Vic forum meet up 3 - 4th June - Toolangi

[AB]

This might end up being a small little meet up but super keen to meet some more members and have a catch up at Toolangi (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toolangi,_Victoria).

Date of meet up is the 4th of June!

The poll has started again now that we know dates so please poll again if you did last time with a yes or no.

CLICK HERE FOR MAPS AND DIRECTIONS ON HOW TO GET THERE! (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?3447-Vic-forum-meet-up-3-4th-June-Toolangi&p=76570&posted=1#post76570)

WE ARE CAMPING AT THE WATER GUAGE CAMPING SPOT....CLICK HERE ON DIRECTIONS ON HOW TO FIND THE EXACT CAMPING GROUND....VERY EASY TO FIND! (http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/showthread.php?3447-Vic-forum-meet-up-3-4th-June-Toolangi&p=82259#post82259)

For the day trippers....We are leaving the camp for the day run at 9am and will be on UHF channel 18.

There is a great spot to camp on the Melba Hwy side of Toolangi which is easily accessible by basic 4wding, infact probably 2wd would get you to the camp site.

The west side of Toolangi can get full on with steep climbs and extreme muddy areas so fun for everyone.

Would love to get some more Victorians on this mission so let us know if your keen!
Random Toolangi shots...

The last Vic meet up was a blast....More extreme 4wders went on their way, touring and medium 4wders went that way and the senior blokes stayed at camp to catch fish and supply beautiful meals that night but didnt catch anything so it was can baked beans all round...lol...Whatever your skills are then come along for a fun weekend!

http://members.optusnet.com.au/~goodo4x4/images/Vehicles/GU%20Patrol/Toolangi_0310_Glenburn_Tk_Michael_01_1.jpg
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[wildgu6]

Looks like an awsome spot Andy, Bugger I live in SA. Would be great

Great shots by the way Andy,

[AB]

Looks like an awsome spot Andy, Bugger I live in SA. Would be great

Great shots by the way Andy,

Only 9 hours and 3 minutes to Toolangi from your side mate...lol

[Spock]

Dammit, one day I'll have to learn to say no (Jeez if I was a girl people would think I was easy ). Looks like we will be in, just depends on "The Sequel" having the weekend off.

[Sir Roofy]

where in also can we get the camper in if not will have to put up the tarp again

[Sir Roofy]

Put me in AB. Would like to get to this one.

would like to catch up plassy

[AB]

where in also can we get the camper in if not will have to put up the tarp again

Yes mate a camper should be easy to get in there....In the next couple of weeks I'll do another trip out there to check on the best way in, etc and post it up.

I'm 99% sure you could even get a "SMART" car to the camp site...lol

[Sir Roofy]

excellent sounds good

[boggy2006]

sound great, would be good to meet up. Please count me in, but need to fix the date ASAP so work doesn't send me overseas instead!

[Bob]

I am interested as well subject to dates. When a date is settled upon I will give an answer.

[AB]

After Easter we'll work out dates to hopefully suit everyone...Would be good to get everyone onboard!

[boggy2006]

In the next couple of weeks I'll do another trip out there to check on the best way in, etc and post it up.
l

if you need a hand with a recon. trip, track notes, GPS locations etc, let me know.

[AB]

Cheers mate, I think It's extremely easy to find though....Straight off the Melba Highway onto Two Hills Road and at the end of that road is Two Hills Camp Ground.

I wouldn't mind going out there to find other spots as that area has rabbit warrens everywhere for camping...lol

[AB]

Forgot to add a poll too....First 20 members get a free Patrol!!!

*patrol will not be given!

[DX grunt]

Forgot to add a poll too....First 20 members get a free Patrol!!!

*patrol will not be given!

U seen the light and trading up to a GU??? lol

[Maxhead]

I would love to attend if dates allow and if you guys let a Canberran infiltrate the Vic meetup....will keep an eye on the dates

[Pete's GU3]

Pardon my ignorance guys , is this an overnight trip or several days , i would like to come for an overnighter, not to sure how the stock gu will go in the mud ,i heard the toolangi has swallowed many a vehicle... hope someone has a winch , i have an unused snatch strap that needs a work out .... Anyhow...tentatively book me in and try and pick a weekend somewhere...sounds like a good time to be had in the infamous Toolangi..

[AB]

Pardon my ignorance guys , is this an overnight trip or several days , i would like to come for an overnighter, not to sure how the stock gu will go in the mud ,i heard the toolangi has swallowed many a vehicle... hope someone has a winch , i have an unused snatch strap that needs a work out .... Anyhow...tentatively book me in and try and pick a weekend somewhere...sounds like a good time to be had in the infamous Toolangi..

It will be for a weekend Pete, meet up Friday arvo/evening and leave on Sunday.

I wouldn't stress about bringing a stock car mate....I did a fair bit of Toolangi with all stock and it was fine...I was thinking about doing similar tracks as we did last time which was basic and then heading out later on to tackle the mud and Im sure people will just jump in other cars, etc if they don't want to take theirs.

There are chicken tracks on most of the hard stuff too but we can just do different conveys, etc....

Here is a good little basic climb on Wee Track which my stock GQ easily got with no worries....The Yoda in the vid did not but thats only because....It's a Toyota...lol


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RLuP4lX2bGs&feature=related

[AB]

U seen the light and trading up to a GU??? lol

Rossco my man...Again, why would I want to downgrade...LMAO.

[AB]

I would love to attend if dates allow and if you guys let a Canberran infiltrate the Vic meetup....will keep an eye on the dates

I'm sure we can let you cross the border mate and sneak in...lol

[DX grunt]

Rossco my man...Again, why would I want to downgrade...LMAO.

Sorry I mis-interpreted what you said. I thought you said the first 20 members get a free RIDE in a Patrol. lol

Seriously, I wish I could be there too. lol

[Bob]

I would love to attend if dates allow and if you guys let a Canberran infiltrate the Vic meetup....will keep an eye on the dates

If you can come down that would be great.

[AB]

I'm thinking the weekend of the 27th - 29th guys and girls?

I just got abused by the misses that we are booked up until then....lol...All I had to say was "I'm going camping soon and".....Well you can't next weekend and the weekend after that is.....LMAO

My baby is turning 1 year old and ofcourse we have so many 1st birthdays coming up until then....Can't wait for these rocking parties...lol

[boggy2006]

unfortunately, I wouldn't be able to make it that weekend. I'm actually off work that Easter week, but I'm away with the family. Any weekend after would be ok currently.

[AB]

We'll work something out mate, plenty of time to organise exact dates.

[Nissan Kid]

Im Uber Keen to come along :)

Just down the road for me :)

So What month are we talking about May? If so Im so in!!!


What do you think the possability of a mate coming along in a P,P,P,Prado :/ ??

[AB]

Im Uber Keen to come along :)

Just down the road for me :)

So What month are we talking about May? If so Im so in!!!


What do you think the possability of a mate coming along in a P,P,P,Prado :/ ??

No probs at all mate, thats fine.

Yeah we're thinking late May...After Easter we'll work out exact dates.

It's only 15 minutes from my place so I'll shoot up soon and find a camping spot for us and post up directions.

There's a huge camping spot in the Murrindindi area which is next to a creek so I'll head out that way first.

[boggy2006]

We'll work something out mate, plenty of time to organise exact dates.

that's great, still keen to come if it could be another weekend, if that would fit in with everyone else.

[AB]

Ok we need to lock in a date otherwise nothing will happen...

The date for this meet up with be on the weekend of the 4th of June.

Cancel all of your birthdays, weddings and parties and come along to a great weekend!!!

[Sir Roofy]

:band::toot::toot:
OK SOUNDS GOOD COME ON PEOPLE WE NEED YOU TO MAKE THIS A RIPPER W/END

[katwoman]

Why not. Only gives me two weeks to get Katrol 's new radiator etc in. Put me as a maybe. Kids or no kids? I'm easy but she gets bored and annoying when alone.

[katwoman]

Why not. Only gives me two weeks to get Katrol 's new radiator etc in. Put me as a maybe. Kids or no kids? I'm easy but she gets bored and annoying when alone.

Oh and depends on footy

[Sir Roofy]

oh and depends on footy

richmond has a bye that w/end

[katwoman]

richmond has a bye that w/end

You're all over it, thx roofy

[boggy2006]

4th June is fine for me, cheers!

[AB]

Why not. Only gives me two weeks to get Katrol 's new radiator etc in. Put me as a maybe. Kids or no kids? I'm easy but she gets bored and annoying when alone.

Kids are fine Kat, your call?

Annoying how...lol...screaming and slapping people or just the usual "mum, I'm bored"....lol

[katwoman]

Not so much annoying for me. In a group setting she singles out a stranger then annoys the cr$p out of them the whole time.

[AB]

Not so much annoying for me. In a group setting she singles out a stranger then annoys the cr$p out of them the whole time.

No probs, we'll put her onto Bob then the rest of us can reeeeeelax....lol

[Bob]

No probs, we'll put her onto Bob then the rest of us can reeeeeelax....lol

I have rather a large Belt and still believe in giving Kids a good belting now and then even if they dont deserve it. Keeps them on their toes. RAFLMAO

[katwoman]

I have rather a large Belt and still believe in giving Kids a good belting now and then even if they dont deserve it. Keeps them on their toes. RAFLMAO

That'd be nice. Problem is she's her mother's daughter and would prob belt u back !!

[Bob]

That'd be nice. Problem is she's her mother's daughter and would prob belt u back !!

Thats if she could get up. Only Joking

[AB]

Although I do agree on disciplining children with pain Maybe Bobs not the right baby sitter Kat...lol

I reckon Roofy might be a good one instead...lol

[Bob]

Although I do agree on disciplining children with pain Maybe Bobs not the right baby sitter Kat...lol

I reckon Roofy might be a good one instead...lol

yeah he is not a grumpy old bastard like me LOL

[Sir Roofy]

Roofy's boss here. Then how come our front door mat says a grumpy old bastard and a lovely lady live here!!

[Bob]

Roofy's boss here. Then how come our front door mat says a grumpy old bastard and a lovely lady live here!!

I found him to be a perfect gentleman on the Forum Trip. Showing false colours was he ??? LOL LOL

[AB]

Have just gotten off the phone to DSE at Toolangi.

I forgot that we need to pay to camp there. It's $7 per vehicle per night.

Theres a station bridge near the camp site and theres envelopes where you put the money in and write your rego on the envelope and the ranger comes around to collect the money.

If anyone has problem with this then let me know and we can find another camping spot.

It's a good spot along the Murrindindi Scenic Reserve....Huge camping areas, right next to the river, etc...

More info below...

http://www.dse.vic.gov.au/CA256F310024B628/0/E9424A2050BE857ACA25720B000BA3FC/$File/FS0010+-+Murrindindi+Scenic+Reserve+-+Camping+Guide.pdf

There is a free camp spot at the start of Toolangi but It's a small area and would be sharing it with others.

I also think the Murrindindi Reserve has other facilities




Typically campsites will offer basic pit
toilet facilities, picnic tables, fireplaces

[Bob]

Have just gotten off the phone to DSE at Toolangi.

I forgot that we need to pay to camp there. It's $7 per vehicle per night.

Theres a station bridge near the camp site and theres envelopes where you put the money in and write your rego on the envelope and the ranger comes around to collect the money.

If anyone has problem with this then let me know and we can find another camping spot.

It's a good spot along the Murrindindi Scenic Reserve....Huge camping areas, right next to the river, etc...

More info below...

http://www.dse.vic.gov.au/CA256F310024B628/0/E9424A2050BE857ACA25720B000BA3FC/$File/FS0010+-+Murrindindi+Scenic+Reserve+-+Camping+Guide.pdf

There is a free camp spot at the start of Toolangi but It's a small area and would be sharing it with others.

I also think the Murrindindi Reserve has other facilities



I am good with that. How do we change the Poll from maybe to yes

[Sir Roofy]

Which river is it on and are there any fish in it?

[AB]

I will drive out there soon and throw a line in...It's the Murrindindi River that runs along side all of the camping areas.

The river near the camp site wouldn't be all that deep, might be a few holes here and there but a short drive should see it open up and get deep.

Bob, I don't think we can change polls...Ill have to look into that too.

[AB]

Ok, started the poll again with a Yes or No answer.

Please vote again if you are attending or not....Cheers!

[katwoman]

Roofy's boss here. Then how come our front door mat says a grumpy old bastard and a lovely lady live here!!

Haha. I likey !!!

[big_fletch]

U know I will be at the meetup guys, only a short drive down for a awesome weekend lol..

[Sir Roofy]

U know I will be at the meetup guys, only a short drive down for a awesome weekend lol..

be good to catch up fletcha

[Sir Roofy]

Spock,damaverick,xtreme patrol where are you ????
Kat you comming jane will be there

[katwoman]

Spock,damaverick,xtreme patrol where are you ????
Kat you comming jane will be there

I hope to. Katrol still on heat, so if I can fix her next time home, I'll be there. Was gonna suck up to old boy to do it while I earn a living but cos of today's accident he has to fix his own..

[AB]

Bump it up!

Come on Mexicans, come along to a great weekend at Toolangi!

[Sir Roofy]

checking it out AB might see sunday for a chat

[Sir Roofy]

nice area AB flash loo,s little paddocks for every body for tents and campers very busy spot
you,ll need to polish up the shotty to secure a number of positions youll have to get there early friday
the falls both were in full flow this morning very impressive
the first half of blackwood is the best for us bigger places for trailers

[AB]

nice area AB flash loo,s little paddocks for every body for tents and campers very busy spot
you,ll need to polish up the shotty to secure a number of positions youll have to get there early friday
the falls both were in full flow this morning very impressive
the first half of blackwood is the best for us bigger places for trailers


Nice mate, you should have messaged me and we could have caught up for a cold one!

Next time anyway...

Don't worry, I'll shoot off from work early and bring the shotty...lol

So whereabouts did you go, at the Blackwood camping ground?

I havent been to that side in years, I normally go straight into the state park on the west side off Melba Hwy...

Is this where you were at?

Camping map ---> http://www.campertrailers.org/bullcreekmap.pdf

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/16.jpg

http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/images/imported/2011/04/17.jpg

[Sir Roofy]

we were near the self registration station at the start of the site runs,at the moment thats the only place to put trailers or caravans blackwood is the first,the rest arnt suitable and there still working on the rest fs0009 is the section we went to alls good would have rang but no number
just a post on here

[katwoman]

We can get there first thing Friday, if we come, if you need someone to reserve the site!! ( one of the perks of weird job) I can be extremely scary !!

[AB]

We can get there first thing Friday, if we come, if you need someone to reserve the site!! ( one of the perks of weird job) I can be extremely scary !!

Great Kat, thanks that would be handy...

I'll be able to scoot off early arvo to be there about 4pm ish...We'll work out the details, etc later.

[big_fletch]

This trip is sounding good everyone, I'm a little excited about another meetup lol

[Sir Roofy]

This might end up being a small little meet up but super keen to meet some more members and have a catch up at Toolangi (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toolangi,_Victoria).

Date of meet up is the 4th of June!

The poll has started again now that we know dates so please poll again if you did last time with a yes or no.

There is a great spot to camp on the Melba Hwy side of Toolangi which is easily accessible by basic 4wding, infact probably 2wd would get you to the camp site.

The west side of Toolangi can get full on with steep climbs and extreme muddy areas so fun for everyone.

Would love to get some more Victorians on this mission so let us know if your keen!
Random Toolangi shots...

The last Vic meet up was a blast....More extreme 4wders went on their way, touring and medium 4wders went that way and the senior blokes stayed at camp to catch fish and supply beautiful meals that night but didnt catch anything so it was can baked beans all round...lol...Whatever your skills are then come along for a fun weekend!

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ITS NOT REALLY THAT FAR AWAY NOW,SO COME ON PEOPLE LETS GET BEHIND THE VIC MEET UP AND HAVE A REALLY GOOD TIME
COME ALONG AND RELAX HAVE A FISH GET TO KNOW MORE FRIENDLY PEOPLE MILD TO XTREME IM SURE.A.Bs PLAYGROND C,MON DOWN

[Bigrig]

ITS NOT REALLY THAT FAR AWAY NOW,SO COME ON PEOPLE LETS GET BEHIND THE VIC MEET UP AND HAVE A REALLY GOOD TIME
COME ALONG AND RELAX HAVE A FISH GET TO KNOW MORE FRIENDLY PEOPLE MILD TO XTREME IM SURE.A.Bs PLAYGROND C,MON DOWN

Or you can let us backward Queenslanders hold the title for the most active forum members who actually get outdoors and enjoy this great land of ours!!!! Let me think, we hold like first, second and third place for our meetups don't we?? LOL

Go the QUEENSLANDERS!!!! lmfao

Now, if that's not enough to inspire you ...

I actually wished I lived in the best state of Australia called Victoria, those guys down there are so cool and hunky...LMAO

[Sir Roofy]

Thanks scott hope it takes of as we need to catch up with you qldrs lol

[Sir Roofy]

you wont read it if it keeps getting put back come on boys and girls show some spirit
for this one

[big_fletch]

I will still be coming down for the weekend, should be a good meetup.. Had a awesome time at toolangi for the last meetup

[AB]

Full steam ahead from my side too. My neighbour should be coming too which will be great as he knows the area like the back of his hand.

He has a Patrol too so It's all good...lol

[Bob]

I will probably be coming subject to being able to bring Camper Van and Dogs. Can someone advise

[big_fletch]

Full steam ahead from my side too. My neighbour should be coming too which will be great as he knows the area like the back of his hand.

He has a Patrol too so It's all good...lol

You mean with the Q?? I'm Looking forward to this meetup Haha

Everyone else still coming??

[Sir Roofy]

I will probably be coming subject to being able to bring Camper Van and Dogs. Can someone advise

sorry bob no dogs did check the signs this time for you
get in early for the camper

[AB]

Holy crap, I just realised I've double booked this weekend because I thought it was the Queens bday weekend for this trip. Don't worry I'll be changing the other trip because I missed the last forum trip!

You better be coming big guy!!!...lol

[Sir Roofy]

hope to finaly meet you plassy will be a good w/end

[my third 256]

so where is the meet up im a bit lost please ///map as i would like to come along from s.a.

[Sir Roofy]

gday mythird
you will be most welcome to come along
ill see if i can get ab to put up a couple of maps for you and other member
there is a discription at the head of this thread

[Bob]

bump just wanted to get a post above Patch

[Sir Roofy]

Jumping kangaroos
only three weeks to go come one come all

[Bob]

bump again

[Sir Roofy]

Thats the one plassy alls good so far

[Bigrig]

Good stuff lads - numbers building nicely!!! Well done!!

[MichaelDenholm]

sounds like fun, last time I went through Toolangi I was in an X-Trail.... had a great time... if i can get my troll fixed by then I'll be there... see if I can wrangle my old man to bring Ohshi his red patrol, though I think it might still be broken... :)

[Sir Roofy]

Good stuff mate hope you can make it

[katwoman]

Jumping kangaroos
only three weeks to go come one come all

Is that all ? Jeez , better get those damn thermos out tomorrow.

[Sir Roofy]

Hoping ab can post up some maps
there is plenty of would but would be
graet to bring a hand full in case its raining
to start with

[AB]

I'll check the maps and post something up here tomorrow for everyone.

I'll bring a shipload of wood too guys so don't stress.

This place is only about 25 minutes from my house so any essentials can be easily retrieved from the bat cave...lol

[Sir Roofy]

We can get wood from here but may need some to get started

[Sir Roofy]

:clapping::trink13:Lets make this the best before winter sets in

[AB]

Here are some maps for the location of the meet up and how to get there....

Roofy, please just double check that this is the right spot from when you visited.

The easiest way to find this place would be to look up the Wilhelmina Trout Farm at 10 Banbury Road, Murrindindi, vic. You can see the trout farm is pretty much on the corner of Banbury road and Pitmans Road.

Turn down Pitmans Road and take the left at the fork which runs into the camp spot.

Here is Google Maps link with Directions ---> http://maps.google.com.au/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Melbourne,+Victoria&daddr=Murrindindi+Scenic+Reserve+-+Suspension+Bridge+Camp+Spot+Off+Pitmans+Road+%40-37.38847,145.552368&geocode=FT0Ev_0dpPWjCCn3TbrStUbWajGQzYwhdVYEBA%3BF Up_xf0d8POsCA&hl=en&mra=ls&sll=-37.385742,145.55769&sspn=0.022574,0.0527&ie=UTF8&ll=-37.56744,145.47821&spn=0.680328,1.580658&z=10


4496


http://murrindindi.oceanbug.com/murrindindi%20map%20lg.jpg

[Sir Roofy]

Thats the place we where at blackwood its called best loos in the state
the suspension bridge area is walk in only

[AB]

Thats the place we where at blackwood its called best loos in the state
the suspension bridge area is walk in only

Ok no probs, yes so Blackwood camp spot is only 100m or so past the suspension bridge.

[Sir Roofy]

Not even that

[Sir Roofy]

good to see you there

[AB]

I'm not a praying man but I pray for rain whilst we are on the tracks and clear sunshine every time I get out of the car and a barmy 25 degrees in the afternoon back at camp...LMAO...Oh oh and beer will fall out of the sky into my hands and....lol

[Bigrig]

I'm not a praying man but I pray for rain whilst we are on the tracks and clear sunshine every time I get out of the car and a barmy 25 degrees in the afternoon back at camp...LMAO...Oh oh and beer will fall out of the sky into my hands and....lol

Ahhhhh .... sounds heavenly!! lol

[chester]

G'day can anyone tell me how far from warragul it is and where or which map? i know where the pub is does that help.If all goes well might be able to make it up for the saturday night hopefully.Even have a leave pass from the wife.

[Sir Roofy]

its about 2hours mate

[AB]

G'day can anyone tell me how far from warragul it is and where or which map? i know where the pub is does that help.If all goes well might be able to make it up for the saturday night hopefully.Even have a leave pass from the wife.

It's not far from the pub at all mate. I can give you directions from there if you want

[Sir Roofy]

would be good if you would thanks ab

[AB]

http://maps.google.com.au/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=toolangi+tavern+toolangi,+vic&daddr=Murrindindi+Scenic+Reserve+-+Suspension+Bridge+Camp+Spot+Off+Pitmans+Road+%40-37.38847,145.552368&geocode=FeUew_0dquqrCCGu1IV-oVMu4CmFFBXnDtjXajHu08i19LrTlQ%3BFUp_xf0d8POsCA&hl=en&mra=ls&sll=-37.38847,145.552368&sspn=0.001332,0.003087&ie=UTF8&ll=-37.453057,145.534859&spn=0.170342,0.395164&z=12

Not sure if this will work, but here are directions from the Toolangi Tavern to the camp spot...It's actually about 30 minutes away. Basically need to get back on the Melba Highway and follow the same directions as everyone else.

[Bob]

Sorry Guys but I cant make it to this one. Pity because the last one was bloody great. You all have a good time and I will catch you on the next one

[katwoman]

Sorry Guys but I cant make it to this one. Pity because the last one was bloody great. You all have a good time and I will catch you on the next one

That sux, Bob. I'm not going either then !!

[AB]

Sorry Guys but I cant make it to this one. Pity because the last one was bloody great. You all have a good time and I will catch you on the next one
Is it because of the dog Bob?

You can leave it at my place, fully fenced, 25 minutes from the camp, etc...

[Bob]

Is it because of the dog Bob?

You can leave it at my place, fully fenced, 25 minutes from the camp, etc...

Thanks AB but it is Work load that is causing the problem as I have a new Installation starting and I have to upload Data & Programs over the Weekend so it does not interupt my clients.

I would have loved to come but I will be there next time.

Thanks for the Offer Mate

[Sir Roofy]

thats no good bob ill be out numbered by all the young,ns
ah well ill just have to be there for the seniors

[Bob]

thats no good bob ill be out numbered by all the young,ns
ah well ill just have to be there for the seniors

I am quite sure that you will keep those young whipper snippers in line mate. Not sure about Kat though and not sure that she is that young either LOL LOL LOL

[fixer982]

All we got is desert over here :(

[Pete's GU3]

thats no good bob ill be out numbered by all the young,ns
ah well ill just have to be there for the seniors

If your'e talkin over 45s count me in roofy, i'll be there if i dont get lost , although i may show up saturday morning...

What will be the plan for Saturday morning re shootin off for some action....?????

[katwoman]

I am quite sure that you will keep those young whipper snippers in line mate. Not sure about Kat though and not sure that she is that young either LOL LOL LOL

Two more sleeps, and Roofy will be the second to find out !!

[Sir Roofy]

yep well past 45 mate but you wont get lost easy to find hope to see you there

[Pete's GU3]

ITS NOT REALLY THAT FAR AWAY NOW,SO COME ON PEOPLE LETS GET BEHIND THE VIC MEET UP AND HAVE A REALLY GOOD TIME
COME ALONG AND RELAX HAVE A FISH GET TO KNOW MORE FRIENDLY PEOPLE MILD TO XTREME IM SURE.A.Bs PLAYGROND C,MON DOWN

Looks great, who's cars are those ?? i'm not going to get my car dirty am i ?/ { joke } ...i hope im knee deep in the sh#t....i better get onto those mud terrains....gunna need em...

[Sir Roofy]

Two more sleeps, and Roofy will be the second to find out !!

kat your only a young,n yet

[Sir Roofy]

looks great, who's cars are those ?? I'm not going to get my car dirty am i ?/ { joke } ...i hope im knee deep in the sh#t....i better get onto those mud terrains....gunna need em...

a.b and big fletch where there,hope theres enough mud for you to play in then im sure ab will know where it will be

[Pete's GU3]

just printed off the maps AB put up ....nicely done AB.....!!!

[AB]

Yep, there will be plenty of mud!!!

Don't worry though I'm not keen on rolling Bluey, drowing Bluey or breaking "severe" things on Bluey...lol...Well, not intentially anyway so I'm thinking of a casual morning moderate 4wding in the area and then the stupid idiots which will include me can go out and break expensive things later on in the afternoon ont he central/east side...LMAO

[Bigrig]

Yep, there will be plenty of mud!!!

Don't worry though I'm not keen on rolling Bluey, drowing Bluey or breaking "severe" things on Bluey...lol...Well, not intentially anyway so I'm thinking of a casual morning moderate 4wding in the area and then the stupid idiots which will include me can go out and break expensive things later on in the afternoon ont he central/east side...LMAO

Video, video, video .... and did I mention video?? lol

Some footage please lads!!

[AB]

Yep, vids and pics will be coming to a forum near you!!!

Hoping to get out there before the meet up to check how the tracks are because some can be ridiculously muddy with our sunny Melbourne weather...lol

[AB]

I'm hoping someone will be stupid enough to go up Rocky Track with me...lol

I havent actually driven up Rocky Track but been a passanger back in the old days and It's great diff/pumpkin breaking track...lol...Very steep, very rocky....Would be a good tester to break Bluey in thats for sure!!!

Sorry It's a Hilux video...lol...Best video of the track I could find.


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jILJ45PoDqY

[katwoman]

Nope, not me.. All this talk about mud is scary enough..

[Sir Roofy]

its only scary if you follow ab

[Bob]

its only scary if you follow ab

dont worry roofy ab wont get that far in his old gq raflmao

[Bob]

Bump are you ignoring me ab

[AB]

I don't think your too busy with work Bob, I think someones telling porky pies...lol

My guess is a leaf blew into the GU cabin and there are some speckles of dust that have embed into the carpet and you have booked it in that weekend for a full detail...LMAO

What have you started Bob!!!....LOL

[Bob]

I don't think your too busy with work Bob, I think someones telling porky pies...lol

My guess is a leaf blew into the GU cabin and there are some speckles of dust that have embed into the carpet and you have booked it in that weekend for a full detail...LMAO

What have you started Bob!!!....LOL

yOU HAVE TO HAVE A LAUGH NOW AND THEN lol

[Spock]

Spock,damaverick,xtreme patrol where are you ????
Kat you comming jane will be there

Spock + Sequel will be there....

[chester]

Thanks for posting the map AB looks pretty straight forward,will try to make up for the night.

[Sir Roofy]

Spock + Sequel will be there....
excellent cant wait to catch up with you both

[Sir Roofy]

Thanks for posting the map AB looks pretty straight forward,will try to make up for the night.

chester i should know you,5 houses down from me,but for the life of me i cant remember you?

[AB]

Good stuff folks, can't wait to catch up (again for some)!!!

[Pete's GU3]

I reckon there will be a bit of rain between now and then .......could get nice and slippery...think i might wear my togs..go for a wash in the river later somewhere....

[chester]

chester i should know you,5 houses down from me,but for the life of me i cant remember you?I had a red 89 maverick when i lived there.I was the big ugly bald headed one. If all goes to plan mate your memory might be refreshed.

[AB]

Arrggh!!!

I just typed a massive post out about how crazy the weather is down here for Toolangi and the power turned off...lol

Anyways, Melbourne is getting smashed with hail and rain so the tracks are going to be nasty clay, mud and brown lakes of fun up there!

I am going up with my neighbour a week before to check out the camp site and tracks around the area so we can all have a blast and not end up down a muddy track and can't get out...lol

Bring your winter woolies though everyone!!!

I'll take photos of the camp site from the road to help everyone identify the spot too!

Can't wait!

[big_fletch]

Winter woolies be definitely be packed mate lol... Should be a interesting weekend after the weather recently
Still can't wait though lol

[AB]

Winter woolies be definitely be packed mate lol... Should be a interesting weekend after the weather recently
Still can't wait though lol

It will be completely different from last time we went...

That Wee track would be fun now along with the Downies Spur...In fact Downies Spur would be just slippery clay...Not even sure you could get up some certain spots.

Kind of like throwing a frisbee across a frozen lake...LMAO

[Sir Roofy]

thats a good idea mate,we,ll probably be over the day b4

[AB]

thats a good idea mate,we,ll probably be over the day b4

Are you going to be there on the Thursday of the meet up?

[big_fletch]

It will be completely different from last time we went...

That Wee track would be fun now along with the Downies Spur...In fact Downies Spur would be just slippery clay...Not even sure you could get up some certain spots.

Kind of like throwing a frisbee across a frozen lake...LMAO

Haha I'm guessing the mongrels will be going back on mate.. Should make it a trip to remember though

[katwoman]

thats a good idea mate,we,ll probably be over the day b4
Let us know when you're going Roofy.. Might follow you up, unless you and Jane want the "alone' time..
Is there a car wash there?

[Sir Roofy]

Are you going to be there on the Thursday of the meet up?
yes mate where comming out of wonnangatta going to docs 1 day home then be over

[AB]

I'll see if I can finish early on Friday then!

[big_fletch]

I wish I could get there earlier, I will be there about 7pm Fri night..
So you know from the last trip, I'm bringing a different tent Haha

[Sir Roofy]

be great to see you again mate

[Sir Roofy]

I wish I could get there earlier, I will be there about 7pm Fri night..
So you know from the last trip, I'm bringing a different tent Haha
make sure it got all the poles and bring an extra blanket for your swag

[big_fletch]

be great to see you again mate

Thanks roofy, I'm looking forward to catching up with everyone again, and meeting some new faces

[AB]

At least we'll know how to put that tent up a bit quicker...lol

[Sir Roofy]

Let us know when you're going Roofy.. Might follow you up, unless you and Jane want the "alone' time..
Is there a car wash there?
will let you know closer to the time mate no car wash less you go in the river
will be good to catch up kat will the princess be there

[big_fletch]

make sure it got all the poles and bring an extra blanket for your swag

Yep all the poles are in this tent lol, and its a lil smaller... I will be bringing a few blankets as well Haha

[Sir Roofy]

At least we'll know how to put that tent up a bit quicker...lol

haha had enough practice last time

[big_fletch]

At least we'll know how to put that tent up a bit quicker...lol

It's a 3 person dome, so should be a 5minute job lol.. Plus I have put this one up before LMFAO

[Sir Roofy]

It's a 3 person dome, so should be a 5minute job lol.. Plus I have put this one up before LMFAO

youll be ok this time with them new ledlites on the back will be able to see if you lost any poles in the dark lol

[big_fletch]

youll be ok this time with them new ledlites on the back will be able to see if you lost any poles in the dark lol

Too right mate, wait till you see what I have planned involving LEDs on the roof rack!!

[Sir Roofy]

Too right mate, wait till you see what I have planned involving LEDs on the roof rack!!

sounds good mate you better see if them little ones want to fall in your bag (hehe)

[big_fletch]

I hope not, but always possible lol

[Sir Roofy]

[QUO
TE=big_fletch;80358]I hope not, but always possible lol[/QUOT
cant you hear them saying SAVE ME SAVE ME poor little chaps

[katwoman]

will let you know closer to the time mate no car wash less you go in the river
will be good to catch up kat will the princess be there
Not sure about princess, Roofy. Trying to get Nanna to take her. It'll too cold for her.
And old man needs a break.

[big_fletch]

Haha I can roofy, but its fun to torture them lol..
We have just started with a new supplier so I will be testing the new LED lights we will be selling

[Sir Roofy]

[QUOTE=katwoman;80366]Not sure about princess, Roofy. Trying to get Nanna to take her. It'll too cold for her.
And old man needs a break.[/QUOT
good idea might be a tad chilly be good to meet your oldman

[Sir Roofy]

Haha I can roofy, but its fun to torture them lol..
We have just started with a new supplier so I will be testing the new LED lights we will be selling

cool well ill catch you out there stay safe

[chester]

At the moment it will be me and my 9 year old son.won't be there till late saturday arvo.If nothing changes that is.

[big_fletch]

cool well ill catch you out there stay safe

No worries mate, will do

[AB]

At the moment it will be me and my 9 year old son.won't be there till late saturday arvo.If nothing changes that is.

Sounds good mate, look forward to catching up!

[Sir Roofy]

At the moment it will be me and my 9 year old son.won't be there till late saturday arvo.If nothing changes that is.

looking forward to catching up

[AB]

If some of you are heading up on Thursday I might meet you up there on the Thursday evening with a trailer of wood before the Friday.

That's one thing we don't want to run out of and thats wood for a toasty fire...lol

[big_fletch]

If some of you are heading up on Thursday I might meet you up there on the Thursday evening with a trailer of wood before the Friday.

That's one thing we don't want to run out of and thats wood for a toasty fire...lol

Good idea AB, we don't wanna run out of wood now

[Timbo]

Gonna be muddy and freezing. Wooo.

[snicko]

Not fair, can't come, mum wont let me!!

[big_fletch]

Gonna be muddy and freezing. Wooo.

Yes it will, but should make for some good 4wding lol

[Timbo]

You bringing ya 4 hour tent Fletch!?

Can't wait to watch you (with a can in my hand) put up that beast in the freezing cold.. mud, pi$$in rain, snowing, night time.. under headlights.

Ahhh gonna be good lol.

[Sir Roofy]

If some of you are heading up on Thursday I might meet you up there on the Thursday evening with a trailer of wood before the Friday.

That's one thing we don't want to run out of and thats wood for a toasty fire...lol
thanks ab would nice to have some dry wood to start with

[Sir Roofy]

You bringing ya 4 hour tent Fletch!?

Can't wait to watch you (with a can in my hand) put up that beast in the freezing cold.. mud, pi$$in rain, snowing, night time.. under headlights.

Ahhh gonna be good lol.

some people wont let fletcha live this one down pml
hey fletch double check

[AB]

Hang on a sec....Just about the entire forum members who turned up to that event helped Fletch out to put this tent up and it still took us an hour of scratching our heads...lol

[Sir Roofy]

Hang on a sec....Just about the entire forum members who turned up to that event helped Fletch out to put this tent up and it still took us an hour of scratching our heads...lol

thats cause he lost the directions

[big_fletch]

Hang on a sec....Just about the entire forum members who turned up to that event helped Fletch out to put this tent up and it still took us an hour of scratching our heads...lol

Yep and with some teamwork we got it done lol...
Woulda been easier if the poles were joined together as well LMFAO

[Sir Roofy]

so mate did you take it back? and was a good w/end as well

[katwoman]

Does anyone take a generator ? I'll chuck one in to run the electric blankey..

[big_fletch]

Does anyone take a generator ? I'll chuck one in to run the electric blankey..

I like your thinking Kat Haha, least u be nice and warm

[big_fletch]

so mate did you take it back? and was a good w/end as well

Yer took it back and got a full refund so was all good

[Sir Roofy]

yer took it back and got a full refund so was all good

excellent was strange

[Bob]

Does anyone take a generator ? I'll chuck one in to run the electric blankey..

Now that is not Camping. Chuck your Swag on the Ground and act like a Man

[Sir Roofy]

does anyone take a generator ? I'll chuck one in to run the electric blankey..

that concept is just not on noisey dam things should be banned
warm up by the fire and jump into the swag

[Bob]

bump bump for you Kat

[katwoman]

Now that is not Camping. Chuck your Swag on the Ground and act like a Man
Sleep on the ground?? Are you nuts??


that concept is just not on noisey dam things should be banned
warm up by the fire and jump into the swag

Looks like hot water bottle, it is !!

[Nissan Kid]

SWEEEETTTT :)

Cant wait Guys!!!

Now we just need to get Paul to drive across........Or is he already???

[AB]

SWEEEETTTT :)

Cant wait Guys!!!

Now we just need to get Paul to drive across........Or is he already???

Look forward to checking out your Patrol NK and stealing some ideas...lol

[AB]

Ok, I went out to Toolangi this afternoon to check out the best camping spots at the Murrindindi Scenic Reserve.

The best camp spot I found for us is called the Water Guage Camping Ground. This is located 3km down from the Suspension Bridge Camping Ground.

The Suspension Bridge camping ground is the first camping ground on the road. You cannot miss it. The photos below are the Suspension bridge. Don't forget to pay your camping fee. I think It's $5 per car.

This is very easy to find. Simply take the Murrindindi Road turn off from the main Melba Hwy.

Theres a huge green Vicroads sign saying "Murrindindi -->"....Can't miss it!

Then It's just straight the whole way for about 15km....Ends up being dirt road and shiploads of pot holes but It's an easy drive.....The road follows the powerlines....There may be a couple of small "t" intersections but just keep going straight and keep the following the "main" road.

There's orange signs directing you the whole way with each camping ground signed so It's very easy to find the camp spot...

Anyways, I had the road tyres on today and it was very slippery on some of the 4x4 tracks. The facilities here are pretty fancy for camping. After Black Saturday they rebuilt everything so even if there is rain we would be able to use a medium sized pergola with picnic tables, etc. Even the fire pits have rotating grills...lol

[big_fletch]

Nice recon work there AB, rotating grills on the fire pits... Fancy lol
Can't wait, I'm super excited about this meetup

[Sir Roofy]

Ha fletch wait till you get there mate ,flash as

[Sir Roofy]

sleep on the ground?? Are you nuts??



Looks like hot water bottle, it is !!

thats a better solution,jane does the same

[big_fletch]

Ha fletch wait till you get there mate ,flash as

Haha your makin it worse mate, I'm already excited enough LOL

[Sir Roofy]

Stainles steal loos some even have running water wow heaven for the girls

[big_fletch]

Stainles steal loos some even have running water wow heaven for the girls

My god it will be like heaven for them lol

[chester]

Well sorry guys but im out,was looking over the old girl last night and found a few dramas that need fixing,so there goes my trip money.
Have a great trip and post lots of pics for us.

[big_fletch]

Well sorry guys but im out,was looking over the old girl last night and found a few dramas that need fixing,so there goes my trip money.
Have a great trip and post lots of pics for us.

Shame mate was looking forward to it, looks like will have to see you on the next trip

[AB]

Shame mate, thats not good at all!

Keep an eye out for the next one, won't be too long.

Also, I didn't realise that Queens Birthday long weekend is the week after, we should have made the trip then...lol..Oh well!!!

[Sir Roofy]

well sorry guys but im out,was looking over the old girl last night and found a few dramas that need fixing,so there goes my trip money.
Have a great trip and post lots of pics for us.

sorry about that was looking foreward to meeting you

[Andrei84]

Hi everyone. I'm new to the forum but i'd like to attend. What time is everyone expected to be there?

[AB]

Hi everyone. I'm new to the forum but i'd like to attend. What time is everyone expected to be there?

Good to hear mate your more then welcome.

Some people are heading up Thursday night, myself and a few others will be there around lunchtime Friday, most will be there around 7pm Friday night and I think one or two on Satuday.

Hope to see you there mate!

Watch this thread in the next two weeks and we'll choose a UHF channel for communication too, just incase.

Once your on that road you cannot miss the Waterguage camp spot....Big orange sign and the camp spot is only 20m off the road.

[big_fletch]

I'll tell you what guys I'm extremely excited about this meetup, is going to be freaking awesome..
Good to hear your coming along Andrei, the more the merrier

[Sir Roofy]

I'll tell you what guys I'm extremely excited about this meetup, is going to be freaking awesome..
Good to hear your coming along Andrei, the more the merrier

JUST AS WELL YOU ARE YOUNG FELLA IM LOOKING FORWARD TO IT AS WELL
GLAD TO SEE ANOTHER MEMBER COMING ALONG

COME ONE COME ALL TO THE TOOLANGI MEET TRY YOUR RIGS OUT IN A.Bs PLAYGROUND
SEE IF YOU CAN OUT DO BLUEY

[AB]

I actually hope that someone with 35"s will try that as I just got hooked up on the diff with the big right hand drop...Nothing to do with the awesome power and strength of the GQ...LMAO...

Seriously though I want to see if that extra little height will get through that....

Very excited too!!!! 2 weeks, bring it on!!!!!!!!

[Sir Roofy]

I actually hope that someone with 35"s will try that as I just got hooked up on the diff with the big right hand drop...Nothing to do with the awesome power and strength of the GQ...LMAO...

Seriously though I want to see if that extra little height will get through that....

Very excited too!!!! 2 weeks, bring it on!!!!!!!!

fletcha might have the clearance

[AB]

Bump it up!!!

Ive noticed we have a few more Victorians on here so if you want a fun weekend away in 2 weeks then come along please.

Getting excited to meet some old and new faces again thats for sure!

[Sir Roofy]

bump it up!!!

Ive noticed we have a few more victorians on here so if you want a fun weekend away in 2 weeks then come along please.

Getting excited to meet some old and new faces again thats for sure!

where trying boss

come along to the meet up guys and gals
pit your wits against bluey
in his home playground
come and enjoy a camp oven roast on the last evening
and tell your stories of the week-end over a couple of ales

come one come all and enjoy

[AB]

This just means more roast for me Saturday night mate...LMAO

[big_fletch]

Good to see have had a few more members sign up, any more out there want to come to an absolutely awesome weekend?
If so SIGN UP NOW!! HAHA

[AB]

So far so good, touch wood or a do an anti rain dance because it looks like we have nice clear and sunny weather for next weekend!!!

[katwoman]

So far so good, touch wood or a do an anti rain dance because it looks like we have nice clear and sunny weather for next weekend!!!

I've got the sunshine, packed. Ready to go

[big_fletch]

I've got the sunshine, packed. Ready to go

Good to hear Kat, don't want too much more rain lol

[AB]

I have been getting a few PM's from other members who can't stay the whole weekend but want to come up on the Saturday for the day run.

Lets book in that we will be leaving the camp on the Saturday morning for the day run at 9am and for everyone else we will be on UHF channel 18.

If you get lost, need help or anything just try to get us on channel 18.....For everyone else, lets use channel 18 for all communication too.

Even if you can't make it by 9am you will still be able to find us on the tracks in the area. It's not hard to catch up to us during the day as Toolangi can easily be accessed anywhere on the smooth dirt roads going through the forest.

[Cuppa]

Afraid I can't make it. :-( Have a great time everyone. :-)

Cuppa

[Bob]

Water Guage Camping Area

For those of you with GPS Systems the co-ordinates are :-

S:37 24.932 E:145 33.893

I have a small Window that might allow me to attend. Not religious but I am praying

[AB]

Water Guage Camping Area

For those of you with GPS Systems the co-ordinates are :-

S:37 24.932 E:145 33.893

I have a small Window that might allow me to attend. Not religious but I am praying

Shame you can't make it Cuppa, next time mate!

Bob, Open that window up big guy and come on down!!!!!

[Nissan Kid]

Well Provided i get my water pump done by then ill be there Friday night :)

[Timbo]

looking forward to this.. 2 more sleeps! haha.

[Bigrig]

Hope you have a ball guys and girls!! Stay safe obviously, but let's see some Victorian patrol fury unleashed!!!

Wish I could be there ... how sad ...

[AB]

Hope you can make it Matt!!!

Yeah I can't wait either!

[Sir Roofy]

looking forward to saturday but arriving thursday arvo for abit of warmer weather

[big_fletch]

I'm excited guys, will be arriving about Fri lunchtime and I'm pretty much already packed lol

[Sir Roofy]

excellent big fella see you there

[Sir Roofy]

Ok its nearly here toolangi meet
could we have some numbers as to how many are staying from friday till sunday
so we can secure camp spots
please advise before 8am thurs morn 2june
thanks in advance

[AB]

Timbo and Rossco are 100% coming and will need a spot each.

I don't need a camp spot as I will be sleeping in the car and will park the beast in the car park right beside that little pergola area...lol

[katwoman]

Did u know I'm coming ?? Haven't decided on trailer or little camper yet.

[Sir Roofy]

did u know i'm coming ?? Haven't decided on trailer or little camper yet.

what ever keeps you warm no plugs in the gums for genorators
bring your hot water bottle.how could i forget kats crew pml

[katwoman]

what ever keeps you warm no plugs in the gums for genorators
bring your hot water bottle.how could i forget kats crew pml

Hot water bottles - check
Katrol 4x4 works - check
Princess not coming - check
Aeroguard - not check.
See ya in the morning, Roofy. Call me if u need anything on the way.

[big_fletch]

I will be there on Fri as said and need a campsite as I'm bringing a tent, will see you there everyone.. Has a UHF channel been decided yet lol

[Sir Roofy]

I will be there on Fri as said and need a campsite as I'm bringing a tent, will see you there everyone.. Has a UHF channel been decided yet lol

channel 18 uhf big fella

[big_fletch]

channel 18 uhf big fella

Cheers, thanks buddy

[Timbo]

10-4 Big Daddy

[AB]

Alright Roofy and Kat, I'll catch up with ya's both tomorrow night. I'll be there to bring some wood up at around 7pm ish...

My misses and my daughter will be coming along for the ride too so you'll be able to meet the whole family...lol.

[katwoman]

Alright Roofy and Kat, I'll catch up with ya's both tomorrow night. I'll be there to bring some wood up at around 7pm ish...

My misses and my daughter will be coming along for the ride too so you'll be able to meet the whole family...lol.

Excellent.. Ill be down the river washing Katrol !!

[AB]

Excellent.. Ill be down the river washing Katrol !!

We haven't had any rain down here for about 5 days mate so basic dirt roads and tracks willbe dry and won't be flicking any mud up Kat...lol...I'll take you out on Saturday and we can pretty her up in the mud if you want...lol

[AB]

On Friday?....yeah maybe even 7:30-8pm plassy....Whereis says it takes 1hr 37 minutes + traffic, etc so it may be quicker.

[Bob]

Have a good trip people and stay safe.
Sorry I cant make it this time

[katwoman]

Sorry to hear that Bob. Was sooooo looking forward to it.
Got a few pick-ups in Traralgon, Roofy. Should be at your place by 11 at very latest.

[Sir Roofy]

no probs mate

[Sir Roofy]

Bob mate was hoping you where coming
ah well next time cobber take care out there

[AB]

Pffftt nice one andy! Friday night + Monash fwy = Uh-oh!!! Have a miracle beer ready for me at 7,30!

One miracle beer coming up...LMAO...Yeah Monash is no good mate.

Eastern Fwy would be the quickest, then off at Ringwood down Maroondah Hwy to Lilydale, Yarra Glen and up the Melba etc but Port Melbourne to get onto the Eastern would be a nightmare too...

45 minutes from Port Melbourne to Carlton (start of Eastern Fwy).......City Road onto Punt/Hoddle St..WIll be a nightmare on Hoddle, etc so 45 minutes would be about right to travel 9km.

30 minutes from Eastern Fwy to Ringwood..... Eastern Freeway will be 10 times better then Monash...Traffic shouldnt stop for long even at Peak hour.

30 minutes from Ringwood along Maroondah Hwy to Lilydale.

1 hour from Lilydale to camp site....Go to Yarra Glen then up the Melba....Arrival at 7:45pm for the miracle beer...lol

[Timbo]

One miracle beer coming up...LMAO...Yeah Monash is no good mate.

Eastern Fwy would be the quickest, then off at Ringwood down Maroondah Hwy to Lilydale, Yarra Glen and up the Melba etc but Port Melbourne to get onto the Eastern would be a nightmare too...

45 minutes from Port Melbourne to Carlton (start of Eastern Fwy).......City Road onto Punt/Hoddle St..WIll be a nightmare on Hoddle, etc so 45 minutes would be about right to travel 9km.

30 minutes from Eastern Fwy to Ringwood..... Eastern Freeway will be 10 times better then Monash...Traffic shouldnt stop for long even at Peak hour.

30 minutes from Ringwood along Maroondah Hwy to Lilydale.

1 hour from Lilydale to camp site....Go to Yarra Glen then up the Melba....Arrival at 7:45pm for the miracle beer...lol

^ This.

No-way you would take Monash. please don't go Monash unless your a masochist and want to go the rreeeaaalllyyyyy long way haha. ;)

I'd go with AB's directions Plazzy for sure. Hoddle will be a bugger but as soon as you get onto the Eastern FWY you'll be all good.

[SammiGQ]

Hey guys unfortunately I can't make the whole trip but I will come down for a day trip on the Saturday and meet you all! What's a good time/place to meet up with you all on the Sat?

[AB]

Hey mate, if you can make it by 9am on the Saturday that would be great. I think we are all leaving for the day run just after 9am.

If not we'll be on channel 18. You can easily catch up with us on the tracks as there are always main dirt roads running through the area.

[Timbo]

Yep we probably wont be going too far as there's plenty of good tracks around so we should be within range.

If anyone else can't make the full weekend but would like to join in for the Saturday day trip, we encourage you to come along all the same!

[Timbo]

Hey Timbo, how did you know I'm a masochist? Ooo-err!!! Yeah I'll head up the Eastern but getting from Port Melb to Carlton can be as bad as anything else known to man, especially friday nights!

How 'bout we get a road network that actually works?? Is that too much to ask for??

Ahh Plazzy.. you bad boy lolol.

I think we'd be better off having a road network like in LA.. isnt that where they have those crazy roads doing loops in the air on top and below eachother!? I mean, if you going to screw up our roads, at least do it with flair!!

[billy3752]

hope all had a good weekend, sorry i couldn't make it.
Ray

[katwoman]

Just a preview. Will start new thread when there is time !!

[growler2058]

That looks like heaps of fun!!! Muddy good FUN