Just a quick report- I took my 6 year old son on his first overnight hike. He did a great job with his little pack- he only carried his clothes & killer whale while I carried the rest (yes that is why I am trying to become more lightweight ). We drove to the end of Jacks Corner Road (past Bendeela pumping station) and walked the fire trail for a few km's, then onto a bush trail which he loved- obstacle course as he put it! It was quite steep and took us to the creek with a few stepping stones- he managed to slip in (but I can't talk- I did too on my recon mission the week before ). Then it was along fire trail to the ruins of the old farm- took us about 2hr 45mins including a lunch break. The old farm has a huge flat grassy camping area beside a creek. It is great for afternoon frisbee + wombat chasing- that was the little mans favourite activity. He's an early riser so we were on the track this morning by 6.45am and after crossing the creek we had to tackle the big hill. A bit of moaning and groaning- but really he did great we got to the top[ and then back along the firetrail to the car.
A great first overnight hike with a great camping spot all to ourselves.
Cheers
Lizzy