Author Archives: marilyn

Terrestrial Orchids – watch where you’re walking!

Posted on October 19, 2020 by marilyn

HUNTER MAIN RANGE – Trip 1 & 2 – 16- 23 October 2020 I knew that Lou was “into” terrestrial orchids, but didn’t have a clue as to what extent!  She’s a walking identification book – probably helps that she … Continue reading →

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Sirens in the Wollemi Wilderness – Trip #1

Posted on October 18, 2020 by marilyn

HUNTER MAIN RANGE – 16 – 18 October 2020 When the Legendary Louise said she was going to head to the northern part of the Wollemi National Park, to do a bit of exploration, I decided to join her, after … Continue reading →

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The Deathly Hallows

Posted on October 17, 2020 by marilyn

HUNTER MAIN RANGE – Trip 1, Part 2 –  17 October 2020 On day two of our exploration into some of the upper reaches of Wollemi Creek, we came across the “inside out” caves (or as Lou christened them The … Continue reading →

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Off Track Bushwalking in Crocs – not a good idea

Posted on October 9, 2020 by marilyn

NORTHERN NSW – 5 October 2020 After we’d finished our caving exploration, Phillip offered to take us to a sea cave later in the afternoon.  I imagined that I’d be just walking down to a beach and then along some … Continue reading →

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Last wild caving for the year

Posted on October 4, 2020 by marilyn

NORTHERN NSW – 2 – 4 October 2020 With all wild caving in National Parks still off limits, we were looking around to do some caving ANYWHERE, and Rod approached a regional caving club who were generous enough to agree … Continue reading →

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