Monday, November 1, 2010

36. Alice RFDS & Davenport Ranges NP


RFDS
This visit was really good. The presentation was delivered professionally & really amplified the important role of the Royal Flying Doctor Service. This service was started by Dr Flynn, a true visionary who’s legacy is appreciated by all of the outback.

DAVENPORT RANGES
What a find. 99% of those that travel this land use a book that is referred to as ‘the bible’. Normally it gives a very good description of places that one can stay along the way. In this instance we followed the bible & pulled into what was stated as a great stop off. It was not. We decided to head a little further north a see what might turn up. I spotted a small deviation a said to Kaz that we would follow it for a couple of ‘k’s & see what we can find. With nightfall not too far away we found this little gem. It was to date one of the most beautiful night stopovers. Hre we were smack bang in the middle of nowhere. We had a magnificent sunset & at about 4:00am I woke & looked out my window to see an equally remarkable moon set. Sometimes you just snag it.



DAVENPORT ISOLATION
It really is special to be able to pull up in total isolation. Out here the sun really does set quickly & when it does it is dark, extremely dark. If the moon is out it is like daylight, without it, you cannot see your outstretched hand.