We went out to Mount Ridley a few weeks back. This is one of the few places you can see Aboriginal rock paintings. It’s about an hour’s drive from town, about a third of the journey is along a four-wheel drive track where you wonder if you’re actually going the right way! There are lots of walk trails out there and there is a spectacular view from the summit. Mount Ridley is also home to Esperance’s own Wave Rock, it is smaller than the one in Hyden, but it is very cool.
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| Awesome view from the top |
As with many people around the globe, we tried to stay up late to watch the Super blue blood moon. Unfortunately, Esperance had other ideas and it was very cloudy. We even had a telescope and everything! We did eventually catch a glimpse between the clouds and I was very impressed with the picture my phone managed to capture!
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| The moon! |
I went to a very unusual show, although I thoroughly enjoyed it…the Katherine Outback Experience! The show is normally run in the Northern Territory, but they decided to take it on tour in the wet season. Tom Curtain’s show included breaking in horses, dog training and it ended in the Golden Guitar winner’s musical performance. It was a great experience where I learned quite a bit and I really liked the music.
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| He's playing a guitar too! |
I spent another day at the Races in Esperance for a work social club do. It was pouring all morning and I was ready to go in my dress and wellies! Fortunately, it fined up and was a lovely afternoon.
I enjoy exploring lesser known parts of Esperance and on one evening at sunset this included the Old Windmill Walk Trail. It is surprisingly close to town and has exceptional views over Salmon Beach. I found it very interesting learning about the way the old wind farm used to work.
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| Looking out towards Twilight Beach |
