(written by Nancy) Well, the karaoke went on until about 1am last night (singers getting progressively worse, as they tend to do after a few drinks) and the fireworks went on for some time after that so we were a little blurry when we finally got out of the tent this morning a bit after … Continue reading Hot short day on the Stuart Hwy – Pine Creek to Hayes Creek (55/5136k)

(written by Dave) We reluctantly left the Edith Falls campground this morning after saying goodbye to Sue and Ken. We had great luck getting such good neighbours – would be great if we run into them again along the road somewhere. The ride back out to the Stuart Hwy was much easier than going into … Continue reading Officially into the Top End – Edith Falls to Pine Creek (68/5081k)

(written by Dave) (30 June, posted 1 July) Having decided to spend the day here at Edith Falls, we were in no hurry to get up this morning. Still, with all the birds, we didn't sleep much past 7:30. Technically it is a rest day, but we did not have a big pile of fresh … Continue reading Edith Falls rest day

(written by Dave) The bats at Katherine Gorge were not as bad overnight, at least it seemed that way. I remember waking up at 2, 3 and 4, listening for them to wake me up, then going back to sleep. The thought of them waking me up was actually worse than they were. Funny, after … Continue reading Park to Park ride – Katherine Gorge to Edith Falls (92/5013k)