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Duh · Guru

WA Get Together

sufil · Guru

We will try and be there for this one, any day suits us. Currently in Capel til after Easter then we toss a coin and decide where to go next.

villatranquilla · Guru

thanks Vic - would love to say we could be there but have a 2 mth farm job in Three Springs from 1/4 then will be in the goldfields June, July and Aug

Duh · Guru

sufil wrote:
We will try and be there for this one, any day suits us. Currently in Capel til after Easter then we toss a coin and decide where to go next.

Lets hope you will still be around then Sue and Phil, do you have a preference for one in a caravan park (with your rig) or just a meet up in a picnic area or cafe etc? If others could also let me know what they would prefer.

Duh · Guru

villatranquilla wrote:
thanks Vic - would love to say we could be there but have a 2 mth farm job in Three Springs from 1/4 then will be in the goldfields June, July and Aug

Glad you're back in WA Jenny & Barry, looks like we might have to miss out on your awning this time for our CP get together!

I'm waiting for Cathy to get back from Bali as you know she is a shift worker but also a good organiser, so see what she will have up her sleeve, I think she mentioned Dwellingup again, but we'll see what everyone would prefer, just a general meet up somewhere or a CP meet up. Sometimes a general meet up is easier for some if they don't have to bring their RV's along..... smile

tonyd · Guru

Just a thought . . . Guilderton CP?

Close enough to Perth and a lovely spot.

Cheers, Tony

Duh · Guru

I'll put that to Cathy Tony, I have stayed there a couple of times and it is very nice (but not on school/public holidays or weekends) Can get a bit windy at times but a nice location and a good local cafe/shop..... biggrin

spida · Guru

I will be in perth June - Sept if you are thinking around then would love to come

Duh · Guru

Not sure of a date yet Spida, will post further details are available in plenty of time for anyone who is coming this way to see if date/time suits.

Just putting feelers out at the moment, appreciate your feedback on times etc....

sufil · Guru

We don't mind where it is. We can just bring the car or the whole rig if it is at a park.

tonyd · Guru

Vic. I take your point about Guilderton CP at holiday times. We were there once when there was a terrible disturbance caused by . . . teachers from a Montessori school. Police were called (twice) from GinGin (which is a fair drive away). The second time, they were not in a very good mood! The Montessoris were banned.
Cheers, Tony

Duh · Guru

Thanks Sue and Phil smile

Not so hard to book during weekdays/none holiday times, also some parks are cheaper then too Tony.....good spot though!

We did the boat cruise on the Moore River one time when we were there (leaves from out front of the c/p) really enjoyed it.

http://www.guildertoncaravanpark.com.au/activities_and_attractions.htm

Duh · Guru

Hi Gail,

We'll need to look at that unless we pick a Perth cafe or park (Whiteman Park) picnic area, dogs are allowed there on a lead, they also have a large fenced dog exercise area. No overnight camping there, but I was told last time I enquired that those passing through with RV's are welcome to park there during the day. Some at our last one there stayed at a dog friendly caravan park in Middle Swan I think and just bought their car and dog with them, but they weren't too impressed with the permanents there, fighting etc, I think it was an Acclaim park.

See this link for Whiteman Park regards dogs, also read the other tab info's about the park;

http://www.whitemanpark.com.au/facilities/dogpark.aspx

Can you tell me what caravan parks you have around Perth that do allow dogs from your dog book (if you have one) or from Camps 7 please.

Looking at these, Banksia Tourist Park (was a Family Park, now a Top Tourist I think) is near Perth and is dog friendly, I have been there a couple of times and it is quite nice and has good facilities. Good shopping centre not far away and also a short drive to Midland where major shopping centres and shops are for RV stuff etc.

See this link; http://mysticpegasus.com/TRAVEL/MP-Dog-Friendly-Caravan-Parks-in-WA.html

-- Edited by Duh on Friday 22nd of March 2013 12:51:07 PM

scottynbulldog · Senior Member

We are planning trip to Perth from beginning of May and would be great to catch up with people. Looked up Guilderton CP and although looks great does not allow pets and we have 2 Goldens.

Jayco Gypsy · Senior Member

Well hello all and good morning from the one sunning it up in Bali.

Sorry no dates as yet I'm waiting for a new roster to be posted.

Apologies to everyone I have been M.I.A from the forums for a while. Working lots of O/T & have brought myself a new/old toy.

1985 Toyota Hi-Ace campervan. Pics will have to wait until I'm home and I will post on the correct thread.

Hope everyone is well.

Stay safe one & All

The Gypsy.

Duh · Guru

Hope you are having a good time JG, awaiting your return and work permitting looking at a suitable venue.....

spida · Guru

Have you thought of places like Lancelin, Bindoon or a free camp at Marrinup?

Duh · Guru

Some may want power Spida, also Marrinup is a bit tight for some rigs (getting in there) not sure it would suit all, but I am sure that JG (Jayco Gypsy) will look at all the options, she returned recently from a free camp at Hoffmans Mill near Harvey in her campervan, but the road was unsealed and very corrugated all the way in.

But keep the ideas coming in for when JG gets back, ( for info she has both a High Ace campervan and small Jayco caravan).

villatranquilla · Guru

what about Ravenswood b/w Pinjarra and Mandurah - lovely shady spot right on the Murray River - pub and shop a short stroll away.

KerryandBruce · Veteran Member

Yes, sounds fun. Never been with an organised group before so a bit nervy. :)

Kerry

Duh · Guru

KerryandBruce wrote:
Yes, sounds fun. Never been with an organised group before so a bit nervy. :)

Kerry

No need to be nervy, not really an organised group, these are unofficial meet ups, no pressures of obligation to do anything in particular when we meet, just do your own thing or participate in a happy hour if you feel like it.

Main thing is to meet up with fellow nomads, and hopefully you will come across some during your travels that you know (or don't know) makes it better to meet those you know have a similar interest and outlook.

Don't forget it doesn't matter what state you happen to be in during your travels, if some of the GN's are meeting up somewhere in the area you are welcome to head there and join in.

vk6tnc · Guru

KerryandBruce wrote:
Yes, sounds fun. Never been with an organised group before so a bit nervy. :)

Kerry

I hate organised groups too. No president, secretary and treasurer here....just good old informal fun

No need to be nervy, just sneek in and give us a sniff.....

Duh · Guru

Cathy is still in Bali and internet access a bit hit and miss (drop outs etc), but will be back shortly.

Just a point on camping at the closed Visitors Centre at the Railway Station (Visitors centre moved to the old homestead over the highway) the camping overnight is for self contained RV's only, although there is a male and female toilet open day and night at the railway station nearby.

Suggest go with company at night though, a bit isolated.

School holidays in WA start on Friday 19th April and end Monday 6th May, so if a picnic somewhere it would probably be best before the 19th April or after 6th May, a caravan meet up would probably be best after 6th May, looking at maybe Dwellingup Caravan Park or Harvey Rainbow Caravan Park both in the country south of Perth. Both allow dogs on leash. Some have dogs so I think a free camp which would not be suitable if we are to cater to everyone who wants to go.

Other thoughts welcome....

Cathy is the main organiser and I am helping as her deputy.....

-- Edited by Duh on Sunday 31st of March 2013 10:21:44 PM

Jayco Gypsy · Senior Member

KerryandBruce wrote:
Yes, sounds fun. Never been with an organised group before so a bit nervy. :)

Kerry

No need to be nervy we're a very friendly bunch, biggrin all very informal. Just people who enjoy getting out there and having fun.

I head out solo most times as Hubby is not into caravanning at all.( just bit the bullet & did it smile )

If folks feel like a drive south of Perth have a look at Drakes Brook Weir just out a Waroona and maybe camping at Louge Brook Dam( spellings not right) if power isn't an issue or maybe a day meet either Whiteman Park or south, Pinjarra by the river. There are overnight facilities at the visitor centre in Pinjarra as well.

I won't be back for another week yet. Internet access is very hit and miss here. I'm happy to meet where ever is easiest for the majority, be it day meet n greet or couple days out camping or better still both biggrin

Stay safe Happy Easter Every One.

Duh · Guru

Jayco Gypsy wrote:
Thanks Vic. Great links with the above info.
I'm in for the 9th at Whiteman Park. Will be good to catch up & can also plan the great escape then.
( Internet still very intermittent.)

Ok, Whiteman Park from 10AM onwards Tuesday 9th April 2013, suggest when you arrive go to the Vistor Information Centre (see map on left legend on link below, also other info) and get some brochures on the park and also ask where the Grey Nomads are, I will tell them when I get there so you will be able to find us. I will hang an Ozzie Flag near where we are to help find the group, we will be in the main area. Dogs on leash. The map will show you where the dog exercise area is at another spot in the park if you want to let them off (some distance away at another picnic spot).

We will discuss a May caravan park get together while there, for those who can't make it we will post updates on this thread after the picnic.

Please see this thread for Whiteman park, look at the side tabs for further info;

http://www.whitemanpark.com.au/visitorinformation/openinghours.aspx

Here is a couple of pic's of me, one taken at Whiteman park, so you know at least one face to look for (damn, that Wombat has been at my photo's again);

If not booked we may be able to get a shelter there. Suggest bring lunch or there is a nice cafe there also for food, drinks, icecreams etc. Bring chairs, own food and drinks, and meat if you want to use the BBQ's in the picnic area.

-- Edited by Duh on Monday 1st of April 2013 03:15:19 PM

Duh · Guru

At this stage we are thinking maybe a day meet at Whiteman Park, on Tuesday 9th April around 10AM onwards, and for those who can make it discuss a trip away after the school holidays which start 19th April and end 6th May. Here is some visitor info for Whiteman Park also click on Attractions. Dogs allowed on lead, also a fenced dog exercise area to let them run free if you want to;

http://www.whitemanpark.com.au/visitorinformation/openinghours.aspx

Probably best to choose a C/P for the meet as some have dogs and most freecamps don't allow it, also some may want power.

We are contemplating a May gathering at Perhaps Dwellingup C/P or Harvey CP in the southwest, these are the rates for both;

Dwellingup; http://www.dwellingupcaravanpark.com.au/dwellingup-accommodation-caravans

Rates: http://www.dwellingupcaravanpark.com.au/app/webroot/js/tiny_mce/plugins/filemanager/files/2013_tarriff_updated.pdf

Harvey;

These are the rates for Harvey Rainbow Caravan Park;

RATES:
*Unpowered Sites- $18.00 for 1 person per night, $23.00 per couple per night.
*Powered Sites- $26.00 per couple per night. Single $22.00 per night. Extra adult $8.00, Child under 4 free.
*Extra adults- $8.00 each per night.
*Children- $7.00 each per night (children under 4 are free).
*Onsite Vans- $45.00 per couple per night and extra persons- $15.00 each per night
*Unit- Couple $80.00 per night. Extra Adult $10, Child 4-12yrs $5.
*Rainbow Suite- $75.00 per couple per night, $90.00 per night for family.

Also, here is a link for Harvey Dam which is not far from Harvey on the opposite side of the highway, good place for a picnic lunch or morning tea;

http://harveytourism.mysouthwest.com.au/attractions/details?row_id=66798204

Both above CP's allow well behaved dogs on leads, but we are double checking on that, going from past experience at the moment.

Jayco Gypsy · Senior Member

Thanks Vic. Great links with the above info. biggrin

I'm in for the 9th at Whiteman Park. Will be good to catch up & can also plan the great escape then.

( Internet still very intermittent.)

ogre · Veteran Member

Howdy, Ogre here ,My wife and I are newbies and will probably need a little tutoring Lol however we would be pleased to attend your gathering at Whiteman Park, I do love that place as many years ago I was in earthmoving and I had a lot to do with putting in some of the roads to the park.

see you there !!! The Rig 001.jpg

Duh · Guru

You'll both be very welcome Ogre, don't be put off if it rains, I hoping we can get a shelter but other places you can shelter too.

I don't want to book a shelter as they are too expensive and usually mid week at this time of the year you don't have to.

And a very warm welcome to the forum to you both! biggrin