Murrumbidgee River 2023

An attempt to kayak the 'Bidgee from Gundagai to the Murray junction. Lue lisää

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Murrumbidgee River 2023 Matkaaja
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Päivä 30
tiistai 4. huhtikuuta 2023 klo 17.38
☀️ 26 °C
Korkeus: 68 m
Australia Balranald -34.709492, 143.41501334°42’34” S 143°24’54” E
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Days 29 - 30
4. huhtikuuta 2023, Australia ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Distance travelled 958kms
Next town Boundary Bend

A rest day yesterday in Balranald and today is the first day of the final 3 day section to the Murray.
Balranald hasn't got the charm of Narrandera or Hay, not helped by the fact the Sturt Highway runs down the main street.
This section of river downstream from Balranald is super quiet and isolated, with lots of wildlife and birdlife. Probably the best section of river so far.
Just finished an excellent audiobook 'Into the Wild' by Jon Krakauer about an idealistic guy in his 20's who tries to live a hunter / gatherer life in remote Alaska. Very well written and highly recommended.
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Matkaaja 😂
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Matkaaja So knowledgeable about sheep varieties?!!
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Matkaaja 😂😂
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Murrumbidgee River 2023 Matkaaja
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torstai 6. huhtikuuta 2023 klo 14.18
☁️ 27 °C
Korkeus: 48 m
Australia Hopcroft Billabong -34.713498, 143.14594734°42’49” S 143°8’45” E
Day 32 The End
6. huhtikuuta 2023, Australia ⋅ ☁️ 27 °C
Distance travelled 1032kms

Hi All,
After 1000kms of the narrow, twisting, snag strewn Murrumbidgee, it was quite amazing to enter into the Murray with its open expanses and long sweeping bends. As Captain Sturt said "we entered into a wide and noble river".
It has been a great experience. The challenges along the way have made it even more rewarding than the Murray trip I think. Anyone who is looking for some peaceful, remote camping couldn’t do much better than the 'Bidgee.
A few more days paddling down to Robinvale to meet Claire, then a few days r'n'r at Loxton.
Thanks to everyone who has looked at my posts, the human connection certainly helped on some days.
I hope everyone has a great Easter break.
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MatkaajaWell done Mark - another great accomplishment. Enjoyed following your journey again.
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MatkaajaCongratulations Mark!! What an awesome achievement, you must feel on top of the world. We are looking forward to catching up and hearing all about your amazing journey. Enjoy a well deserved rest. Love Elizabeth and Rob xx
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MatkaajaThanks for the book recommendation will check it out. Wishing you a Happy Easter too 😘🐣🐥
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