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Desert Dweller


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We hadn't been to The Forest Camp in Warby-Ovens National Park for about 6 years. Nothing had changed, it was perfect, particularly as a quiet location to avoid the ''madness'' of the unofficial Melbourne Cup long weekend. We highly recommend this free camp to anyone who enjoys nature based camping but in a not too remote location. The wildflowers, wildlife & birdlife are fantastic. Formally the Killawarra State Forest, it was incorporated into the NP in the early 2000's. Access to The Forest Camp is via the unsealed but well maintained Camp Rd off the sealed Thoona-Boweya Rd. The other campground in the NP, Wenham's Camp is also good, we've stayed there as well in the past.

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After 5 relaxing nights we packed up & headed for Milawa skirting around busy Wangaratta. As on the outward leg of this trip we revisited Brown Bros Wines, Milawa Mustards & Milawa Cheeses, stocking up extensively at all 3 locations. Brown Bros now have a free overnight RV site in their staff car park for self contained setups, convenient for some folk after a few too many wine tastings. Moving closer to Melbourne we again stayed at the delightful free camp on the outskirts of Tatong. We couldn't resist having dinner at the Tudor style Tatong Tavern just a short stroll away. Life can be tough sometimes can't it?

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The North East of Victoria is a fantastic region to visit at any time of the year. We had a great trip, our last one for 2017. We stay home over the December-January period, too busy for us. All up we've spent slightly over 6 months away in 2017. We're now planning our travels for next year, so many options in our great country. Thanks for reading.

 

 



 



 



-- Edited by Desert Dweller on Thursday 9th of November 2017 07:00:00 PM

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STRETCH ARMSTRONG


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good post, enjoyed reading them. Your trip is similar to many of my own, love that area. Tatong Tavern is a great spot. What are you using to take the photos? Stretch

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STRETCH ARMSTRONG wrote:

good post, enjoyed reading them. Your trip is similar to many of my own, love that area. Tatong Tavern is a great spot. What are you using to take the photos? Stretch

Nikon & Sony SLR cameras with Tamron 150-600mm telephoto lenses for the creature images.

Lumix Panasonic TZ70 travel cameras for scenery & general photography.

We've done quite a few trips to the area over many years, haven't even scratched the surface, so much to do & see.



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Not wrong about there being alot to see. The forest camp area is very similar to Whroo forest. Thought you must be using a SLR or something. My shots with the phone camera just dont do the flora fauna justice. stretch

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STRETCH ARMSTRONG wrote:

Not wrong about there being alot to see. The forest camp area is very similar to Whroo forest. Thought you must be using a SLR or something. My shots with the phone camera just dont do the flora fauna justice. stretch

We love Whroo as well. Ironbark forest in Victoria is pretty special.

 https://www.wilderness.org.au/articles/big-win-victorias-box-ironbark-woodlands



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I never miss one of your picture postings. Think you should watermark them. One day I look forward to seeing Eclectus in the wild, tuff call considering where they live. 

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Thanks DD for your post. A few more spots for my "list". Tatong Tavern looks like a great character building. Large dining area for a small town pub. Generally means the food is top class.

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Thank you so much for sharing your trip around North East Victoria, we enjoyed it so much. I was born and raised in Albury and regularly went to most of the locations you visited. Haven't lived in the area for over 22 years and your trip made me home sick for the area. We might have to just head down that way again soon, thanks.



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