This was a Sunday afternoon picnic that we all went on. All being Nancy and myself, Andy, Candy, Cathy, and Christian. Candy thought we would all enjoy seeing Awoonga and doing a few “Snags” (a special hot dog type sausage that Australians love grilling) on the grills they have in the day use areas around the lake. So, we loaded up the cars and drove out. The lake is beautiful with a very nice drive around it. It also hosts a Fishery where they grow many of the fish they stock Awoonga Lake, and other lakes, with. We didn’t take many pictures this time but in the near future I’m sure we will go out again and I will supplement this post with new pictures. These pictures are of two types of birds that have come to love picnickers (Like Yogi and Boo Boo Bear). The first is the Kookaburra. Yup, the one that sits in the old gum tree. They are a carnivorous bird and enjoy eating picnic snacks … and snags I guess. I had never seen more than one or two at a time but on this trip, we had at least five stop by, all at one time, in hopes we would feed them. They really do have an unusual song. Try googling Kookaburra and see if there is a sound recording of them. The other bird that came by was the Blue Faced Honey eater. We see them every so often but not commonly, quite beautiful. Lastly, as we left the lake we came across a couple Wallabies beside the road to see us off.
Wallabies are significantly smaller than Kangaroos
It was a pleasant outing. Thanks for the idea Candy. Awoonga Lake is quite large and offers many camping and outdoor opportunities. I have no doubt it will become a favorite.
