After packing a picnic, cameras and our Russian army binoculars, we set off.
The first stop was the Shorebird Centre where we consulted a map of the area.
The top track looked interesting - you could drive in on it. We did; so had lots and lots of camper vans. What a lovely spot for 'freedom camping'. Most of them were stretched out on their campstretchers enjoying the sunshine. We went to the very end, then set off on a short walk. Unfortunately black clouds swept over, and soon we were all scurrying for shelter.
Two signs gave more information about the area - click on photos to enlarge.
We then drove around to where there was access to walking tracks and 'hides'. There were quite a few people there with serious camera gear, telescopes and binoculars. You really needed the binocs or telescope as the birds were a fair distance away. There were plenty of birds to see.
Closer to the water's edge, we came to a 'hide'. There, one of the Trust members had set up a telescope so we could observe the birds that were further away. I was very intrigued to spot some wrybills hiding at the back behind the pied oyster catchers and godwits. (I had never seen one before.) Other observers mentioned spotting turnstones and a reef heron
These are the birds that we viewed through the telescope.Rain threatened again so once more we retreated to the Landrover.
I'm pleased to report that the Landrover started again beautifully after each stop. Unfortunately fuel economy did not improve.
We're really looking forward to camping out again once the weather settles.
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