Silverton Part 2

TAMING THE WILD

Just out of Silverton we came across some wild Brumby. These beasts were grazing along the old rail line. We were quite surprised how inquisitive they were. This mare approached Matt with great care. There was a large black stallion in this herd. It was real good to see these as it was something that Dane had often spoken of prior to our departure; he wanted to see the desert & some wild brumbies: ” What a hoot !”

STURT DESERT PEAS

Prior to our arrival Central Australia had received its greatest rainfall in many, many years. Yeah, some of the tracks might have been washed out, but the other result is the almost immediate bloom of grasses & wildflowers. 

We met a local couple whom had decided to come up to this location to have a look at the peas. It was the first time in 16 years that they had seen them. They are a very distinct flower & were surprisingly delicate. As it was to turn out we only saw these flowers in one other location; the arid Red Centre.