Glenoran

Nannup to Manjimup 84 klms

It rained overnight! It wasn’t heavy rain and there’s something quite relaxing about being warm and serenaded by the beat of the rain on the tent.
Well, that’s all and good until daylight filters through and it’s time to pack and go. Whilst the rain had ceased I was left with a conundrum - lie in and wait for things to dry or just do it. Do it, it was! Fortunately, everything but the tent was dry and yet the daylight was struggling and as I strapped the last few things on the bike it began to sprinkle.
It was 6:30am and time for coffee and breakfast at the local, early opener.
As I parked my bike a local farmer strode in for his regular coffee and two newspapers and we exchanged greetings.
Need this bloody rain - not sure why it’s here or where it’s going but I’ll use every drop he stated.
Wasn’t predicted I chimed in. Not so good for bike riding he quipped and winked. Hope you get wet, have a good ride he chuckled.
I was yet to experience rain on the Munda Biddi Another first, and locals say it helps the pea gravel stick together. Yes!
Misty hues and a constant drizzle stayed with me all morning and once the rain eased it was the clashing and splashing as I made my way through the bushes that became a highlight and challenge. Branches and bushes laden with moisture lashing out made it feel like I was negotiating a drive through bike wash. Wet, wet, wet and lots of fun!
As I reached the village of Donnelly River the rain had all but gone and it was time for lunch. The lamb and rosemary pie with chutney was absolutely scrumptious.
Overcast and a great run towards Manjimup. On the way I ducked in for a quick swim at Glenrowan and paused at one Tree BridgeI. Pedaling on I felt I may well have been part of the nativity. I eventually got a sign and when speaking to the almighty information centre I was informed that there were no rooms in the inns but there may be a space in the caravan park.
Found a plot, pitched my tent, had dinner at the Tall Timbers - a local brewery’s restaurant and hit the hay early. Amen!Read more