Good evening Solo G/N'S.I pen this to get off the number 48.Everytime I look at the Forums I see that the Solo posts have not changed.i would think that you guys/gals and pets could tell more tales than a bush poet.Cheers Ibbo.

sorry folks,not Ger,but Get.Keyboards and Happy Hours sometimes just do not mix.

Maybe all the solo's are out having too much fun.

Found out something on my last trip, obviouse now, but took me a few hundred km to work out.

My dog, benji, normally he sits on my lap for travel. I live in the country so no problem, but travelling in the more populated areas, this is taboo

So, off we go, and he is banned to the passenger seat. He spends all his time sleeping, getting up and looking out window and repeats this

I go to the local rubber store at a stop point and get a slab of foam sheet, appox 125mm thick, and insert it, with his mat on top, onto the passenger seat.

For the rest of the trip, he slept (nothing different here) but he only needed to open his eyes to see out and if it was of particular interest (to him) he would raise his head

For me, when bored or tired, I could give him a scratch, and just enjoy the fact we were together. Best thing I purchased on the trip

Hi Ibbo and other solo nomads. Some of us may not be on the road at the moment. I for one would much rather be towing and going, but a health hiccup has grounded me for a while in Cairns. Not that it's a bad place. I have really injoyed the rainforest, the swimming holes and the people I have met. It's just the mud I'm sick of. No matter where I step it's black, soggy mud. And it's bucketing down again, as I write. I am thankful I'm not in Ingham. Safe and happy travels. Cheers Granny

hey Mike, dont joke
I had to buy one of those harness thingies, with the seat belt attachment.

To get going was no longer just whistle him into the car, NO , had to arrange his mat, fit his harness, attach it to the seat belt, ensure his water bowl was filled, and none of the above re acted with each other.

Had to have another cup of tea after he was PROPERLY inserted for travelling. Thinking of getting him some sun glasses next

You can by them at the Vet. Bob. Cheers, xina.

Xina, you have to be joking, as I was, sunnies for dogs???

Maybe, ugg boots next, its getting cooler!

Not joking mate, I've seen them in Rocky.  As for the Ugg Boots, get on the net sometime, and check out the Doggie sites.  You'll be amazed.  While they were here, my sister bought a Dog Stroller on the net.  We went to town and her little dog went in the stroller to the shops, and no one knew it was a dog in the stroller.  I got one too, so that when I get on the road, I can take mine with me, instead of leaving them in the vehicle if I want to go walking anywhere. [They've never had a Collar on, let alone a lead,so that would be a problem at this stage.] 
Cheers,
xina.

-- Edited by xina at 00:38, 2009-02-07

Two bob

So it's like a puppy booster seat for Benji? What agreat idea! I think Clancy would like that too.

Annie

Yes you can get Doggles!  See above, Clancy my Whippet and his new friend that we met on our trip to SA/VIC last year.  We were at an
 Obedience trial in the Riverland and there was another Whippet trialling (unusual in itself!) but because this little chap had permanent damage to his eyes he wore the 'doggles' whenever in bright sunlight!

Annie

Pawsoz
A Whippet with Doggles!!! but no HAT, shame

Your dog looks like he is expecting something similar, in the photo. My dog was more expensive than me to get set to travel, wonder whether his licence must be transferred also after 3 months (see other posts)

Just a side issue, I had to pay a $30.00 deposit for him a one camp, AND they wanted to see his Parvo certificate!!! Was not a good camp, as I was always on watch to see he did not bark, or so, and loose the $30.00

seen a bullterrier in launceston all dressed up in full motorcycle leathers including , helmet, goggles, leather jacket (with spikes and insignia, ( "born to growl" ) and little leather boots

I'm with you, and I have not started travelling yet.  If this posts warrants 121 reads and only 13 replies, surely people could just say something? Like a little smiley for instance, a hello, or even a yawn.

As for dog sunnies and other related expenses, I am thinking bang goes another idea of taking a big dog with me for protection!!

Thank God for this site.  After a year I should be ready to be the perfect traveller.  I am thinking of giving all my furniture away next week to the Bushfire appeal as I am moving in with a friend to save money and she is already furnished.

ahhh!!! nothing like a fully furnished freind, as for the limited replies it drives me nuts, I spend hour after hour placing a post (well it seems like hours) it then gets ten million hits and only 5 replies, Grrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!!

While a pet would be an ideal travelling companion, unfortunately many parks don't accept them. I think it's too hard on the animal, but that's my personal choice. Cheers Granny

Once again, here is me, all very big on replying, communication is how I make my living, but I have to say, I don't think there is another country in the world where people are so cohesive and ready to give one another tips like this. Long live Australia....................... Can't wait to meet you guys on the road. Thank you guys for taking the time out to give me some sound advice based on your experiences. Makes the world of difference, it also cheers me up and spurs me on. I just hope our budgets can run to a good glass of wine. Yahoo.

Hi folks, I finally cut the strings next Monday when I leave my comfort zone of Eurobodalla Shire (didn't know i had one). Have to go to Pakenham in Vic for a couple of warranty repairs on the Avan but then, giving a melbourne a wide-berth, I'll head to the Flinders. Would  like to see Arkaroola etc before heading to the Nullabor. Been having a bit of a slack/fright/panic attack - hopefully it'll pass. Just received Camps 5 - will get a lot of use, I should think Been staying at Easts Narooma on the ocean. Lots of lovely people. Crowded and I suspect, for me, 2 or 3 stars too many. Guess I'm too much of a yobbo/bushy - and no dogs to talk to here...there you are that's my whinge for the day... Cheers, Sue p.s. I stopped trying to mix keboards and happy hour ages ago. It just doesn't seem to work...

sue dont be nervous the world awaits, the panic sessions are normal as the excitement builds, just think positive when you go to arkaroola, take the leigh creek (main) road dont go around through blinman, it would literally shake your motorhome to peices, we did it last year and I am still getting the bulldust out of the camper and still tightening things up I havent as yet placed my greedy little mits on camps 5, my four is still in brand new condition albeit a few drool spots going through melbourne is not that bad, just remeber to pay all your eticket tolls and to jump on the ring road as quick as possible, but I wish you nothing but good luck, fond memories and great times

ibbo wrote:

---

Good evening Solo G/N'S.I pen this to get off the number 48.Everytime I look at the Forums I see that the Solo posts have not changed.i would think that you guys/gals and pets could tell more tales than a bush poet.Cheers Ibbo.

---

G'Day Ibbo.
Long time no hear, how is the dog goin since you yanked the stones out of  him?

Bet he walks on tippy toes now. 

Thanks Dave, at least I've left my comfort zone (Eurobodalla Shire) and am In Orbost Vic.  What a pretty place. Had my first overnight stay without power and I'm impressed, didn't flatten the deep cycle batteries. But then didn't use anything that would. Tonight in Orbost I think I'm in a no-star park next to campers, what a joy! No kids, playgrounds, heated swimming pools, numbers to use amenities, rules etc.  - the relief is immense.
The way it's going, I could be around this area for a while I try to locate the NSW dealer who sold me the van. I'm quite prepared to park at Avan's front gate in Pakenham till I get (two things) fixed - really should be replaced, whilst under warranty. Will avoid civilization for as long as I can but until this is done, well.....
i've been on my own for 12 years, (I think) I know it's never too late but I'm damn sure this bloody thing they call a double bed (King single to me) would only fit me in it...There you are - happy hour and all (half water with my chateau cardboard now, gotta keep my wits about me (what left that is. Keep you posted...but am just as happy with the main forum...
cheers
Sue

Sue you post wherever you feel most comfortable, makes no difference to us as you do more free camping you will feel more at ease within yourself, just be sure and check out the neighbors before you set up completly, especially on the east coast It will get to the stage, like me, that you will avoid c/parks like the plague, but please dont avoid people dont worry too much about overusing the batteries, you would have monitoring gear onboard along with instructions on how to read them, just familiarise yourself with the readings and every now and then push the setup to the limit (power wise) it will recharge again, you will find that the syste is very robust and can stand a fair bit of usage before it gives up the ghost funny thing about beds and getting older, I know for a fact that beds were bigger when I was younger (nothing to do with me putting a little extra on around the girth though LOL!) but keep us posted sue, you are one our success stories and its a big well done from all of us here, love to see more solo girls out there doing exactly what you are doing, life is for living!!

suenami wrote:

---

Hi folks,
I finally cut the strings next Monday when I leave my comfort zone of Eurobodalla Shire (didn't know i had one). Have to go to Pakenham in Vic for a couple of warranty repairs on the Avan but then, giving a melbourne a wide-berth, I'll head to the Flinders. Would  like to see Arkaroola etc before heading to the Nullabor. Been having a bit of a slack/fright/panic attack - hopefully it'll pass.
Just received Camps 5 - will get a lot of use, I should think
Been staying at Easts Narooma on the ocean. Lots of lovely people. Crowded and I suspect, for me, 2 or 3 stars too many. Guess I'm too much of a yobbo/bushy - and no dogs to talk to here...there you are that's my whinge for the day...
Cheers,
Sue
p.s. I stopped trying to mix keboards and happy hour ages ago. It just doesn't seem to work...

---

Hi Sue, Ive just been through the Flinders - It has to be the most beautiful place on earth. Whatever you do, don't miss Parachilna gorge, there is a spot to free camp on just about every bend of the river (no water) and the walks through the dry river bed are wonderfull (assuming that's your thing of course)

 

ah!! my back yard, now you can see why I've chose to live here for over 20 years