Olsen's Tours and Training Blog

From Kalpower we journeyed through the Lakefield National Park across Hann crosing where we stopped for morning tea and a bit of exploring. Across the Nifold Plains where the magnetic termites mounds abound, we continued, eventually to Musgrave where we had a lunch break.

Now on the PDR we travelled northwards. This is perhaps the most boring part of the trip, travelling long dusty miles on a gravel road. Still we made our fun along the way, arriving at Moreton telegraph Station campground in time to set up relax, have showers and enjoy a cold beverage. A few went fishing in the Wenlock while others did some exploring of the history of the telegraph station. The grassy campsite was welcome, and we had a good campfire in the big fire circle.

Next morning we were off again up the PDR to Bramwell Junction, the beginning of the OTL. We made a short stop for photographs before setting off on the famous track. Palm Creek is the first creek crossing and often has a difficult entry. we did some earthworks to ensure no vehicle damage and all negotiated it easily if tentatively. Ducie Creek was her usual self. Deep and dark, but all negotiated it easily despite bonnet deep water.

We continued up the track negotiating washouts and creeks all the way until I, playing silly buggers with my hat and a termite mound, slipped into a washout. A short recovery operation ensued, using a high lift jack and a hand winch to pull the car sideways.

Once moving again we wound our way to our camp site on the Dalhunty River. A nice little swimming hole provided some entertainment while others fished.

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