Yes, you guessed it--Australia is all about buxom cowgirls and kangaroos. Actually, this sign is on a side road near the cottage in which we spent a couple of days on Philip Island (about two hours outside of Melbourne). The cottage belongs to Liz's family (John's stepmother).
A number of members of Liz's family we spent some time with at the cottage. We played lots of games, including a few perfected by Liz's family over the years. We did not stand a chance, but it was fun anyway.
Mac (nephew) and John at the spanking new ping pong table. John went easy on us.
Some caves on a beach on Philip Island you can only get to at low tide. Mac and James (John's brother) and Benny the dog check out a cave.
Ollie (niece) sees the light.
Ollie surveys the rocks at the same beach with caves.
A bull ant. We did not have to use a telephoto lens, it was so big. You get close to these creatures at your peril!
We ventured onto a trail at Woolamai beach on Philip Island, a lovely place for a hike
Speaking of hikes, who's up for a three and half hour bush walk to get to a campsite at the beautiful Wilson's Promontory? Carolyn, Tony (taking the picture), Mac, Mary, and Ollie are--that's who! Yes, after Philip Island, we did a backpacking trip to our campsite at this national park about 3 hours outside of Melbourne.
Wait--there are hazards! Along with a 3.5 hour hike to get to our campsite at Sealer's Cove, you have to cross a stream with your backpack to get the camp, which can be negotiated (with elegance) at low tide only.
Mac is ready for our hike the next day. Surgite! (Onward!)
Our lunch spot on the way to Refuge Cove. A lovely spot to consume some vittles and ale, to be sure.
After lunch, it is siesta time!
Back at Sealer's Cove, we discover the baby jelly fish have moved in with the tide. Despite the rumour, these are not Tony's painted toes.
Our fern-enclosed camp at Sealers Cove.
Tide is out at the beach at Sealer's Cove.
Ta da! On the third day we finished and rested.
Now back to work!
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