Stirling Ranges

                        

Now that my blog is working again (thanks to the likes of DarkUFO and Peter McCartney), I can get posting. 

We went camping over the most recent long weekend to the Stirling Ranges. We spent most of the Saturday walking/climbing Mt Toolbrunup which is the second highest peak in the range, but a bit more difficult climb than Bluff Knoll. A great time spent with friends. As it was October, there were HEAPS of wildflowers out. Just near the place we were camping, I managed to spot a few orchids amongst the mass of colour. Here are a few little preview shots of some of the great flower life down there.

Common Dragon Orchids (Caladenia Barbarosa)

Common Dragon Orchid

As you walk around the bush, literally thousands of wildflowers colour the ground with various shades of pink, red, and green. It is absolutely stunning. Another curious visitor gave us some interest (especially around lunchtime). 

Racehorse Goanna or Sand Monitor (Varanus gouldii)

Overall, a fantastic weekend for both camping and for photography!