Ok, where is the time going, could someone tell me please?
This is my first update here in "General" for some time so none in the "Greens Lake" section now.
Well, another week has gone by here at Greens Lake Central VIC and a few more GN have left the building, leaving, as this update goes to press 5 members of the GN's.
The last week has seen the weather gods turning up the temp knob a little and we have been getting some very high 30's and one day even hit 41. Wind? Well a few days of very little wind so that has been very welcome by us all. The weather gods are saying we are in for some more hot days ahead so that will be good. Friday night and it tried very hard to rain but just some drizzle really, it also tried very hard again Saturday morning but no go. The sun was out by midday and heated up very quickly and today, Sunday is looking to be a bit on the hot side.
Most people here at the lake are spending time in the lake itself to cool off. It's great to just stand out in the water up to your neck with hat and sunnies on just looking back at all the different set ups lining the water's edge and further back. We really are lucky to have such a range of choices. There is everything here from a person sleeping in a car or swag next to a car right through to huge 5th wheelers and massive buses either built as a motor home or converted school buses. Just great to see them all doing and enjoying the same things. Well done happy campers.
Last weekend had the usual weekend warriors arrive and all enjoying their boats, jet ski's, kayaks, sail boards etc and just mucking around at waters edge. One thing you really notice here at the lake is the number of families that play together and the number of young and some are real young, like around 4-5 year olds learning for the first time how to ski. I have seen kids start for the very first time, falling off as they try to stand up etc to doing the full length of the lake out further a few days later, Great stuff! This weekend has been no different.
Back to GN's, there has been many happy hours as usual and many world problems solves as always happens when a group of people gather chatting over a drink or three. More friendships have been formed and I'm sure contact details exchanged for future reference.
Things are now starting to slow a little here but will soon pick up again in time for the next long weekend in a few weeks then in readiness for Easter. Shut the front gate! EASTER already, bugga, wont be long and the Xmas crowds will be arriving.
Me, well I am starting to think forward a little as time is getting close to my annual northern migration to Townsville to see my daughter and grandchildren. My grandson keeps telling me he will see me tomorrow, mmm, he has a couple of months to wait still but I am missing them and I tell you that for free.
I have a house sit to do over on the South NSW Coast first so from here I head back to the dealer in Melbourne I got the van from for it's service and get the final things sorted that need sorting, visit my other daughter and try and work in a visit to GN friends for a couple of days as well. Then over to the coast then hit the highways and byways to Townsville. I plan to leave Townsville about mid September at this stage and from there, mmmmm, you tell me cos I the heck don't know, way too far away to even think about.
For those that don't read the "Greens Lake" section of the forum I have been having a few teething problems with the new van, the major one was the fridge. When on gas and the wind blowing from that side of van the gas flame got blown out every time. This started in November 2014 and only got fixed two weeks ago. I say fixed as they fitted a new modified flu system to my fridge they are now fitting to the new model. That has worked so back to having a cold fringe again.
I am now enjoying my new home as it should be. It certainly makes a big difference when everything works as it should.
I was about to post this update, shut the front gate! Speed skiers arrived early to test out their prop etc. What can I say, FAST, SPEED and very bright coloured ski suits to boot. What a way to start the day.
I made a dash myself and the big beast (camera) was quickly set up and snapping away.
The posting of this update was delayed as I then had to down load pics onto the laptop and downsize so I could add a couple. Unfortunately still camera's don't do much for fast moving speed boats and very fast skiers.
Well, that's about it for this update so until next time, keep safe everyone.
A few pics as usual are included below.
As I said, different set ups to be seen.
Not another sunrise......sorry but this is most days this time of year......sad aint it.
Just a quick pic of busy Aussie Day weekend.
The boat and the skiers might be nuts but sure is great to watch
Faster, faster, faster.
I said faster
If you can't go faster I'm finished.
Edits.....sorry kept knocking wrong button
-- Edited by Dougwe on Sunday 15th of February 2015 10:45:20 AM
-- Edited by Dougwe on Sunday 15th of February 2015 10:57:27 AM
-- Edited by Dougwe on Sunday 15th of February 2015 10:58:55 AM
aussie_paul said
10:53 AM Feb 15, 2015
Thanks for that Doug. Well done Mate. Great pics.
Aussie Paul.
KFT said
10:58 AM Feb 15, 2015
you did very well Dougwe,
Imagine you being able to put all those words together and add pics as well.
All on topic too.
No seriously mate, thanks for the report. Appreciate you taking the time to keep those of us who aren't at Greens up to date. The weeds look nice and greens oops Green.
catch up with you mate
take care
frank
Dougwe said
10:58 AM Feb 15, 2015
Have another look Paul. I had problems sorry. You you too quick for me.
rockylizard said
11:33 AM Feb 15, 2015
Gday...
Looking good Doug. The Chief will wonder what happens when ya get it on the road
Cheers - John
Nelly said
12:24 PM Feb 15, 2015
Thank you Doug for a great report - great photos too. Looks like a great place to have on the bucket list. Where are you housesitting on the South Coast?
villatranquilla said
12:27 PM Feb 15, 2015
loved your update, thanks Doug
copper1 said
12:33 PM Feb 15, 2015
Was that a Teepee set up in the bush are you creating a cult following mmmmmmmmmmmm good report mate makes us even more jealous.
ken thomas said
01:33 PM Feb 15, 2015
Great report Doug
Heading to your old nest on Taralgon on Friday to visit old school friend, then Lakes on sunday for 5 days, then Eden for 5 days and back to Bairnsdale for 5 days
Having break with Brad and boat so hoping to catch some reddies and tuna and ???? maybe nothing
Ken
Dougwe said
02:09 PM Feb 15, 2015
Nelly wrote:
Thank you Doug for a great report - great photos too. Looks like a great place to have on the bucket list. Where are you housesitting on the South Coast?
Just a little north of Batemans Bay Nelly. Late March to late April.
Happywanderer said
02:20 PM Feb 15, 2015
Great report Doug.
Was good catching up with all my friends at Greens over the summer, always an amazing place.
Sorry I missed Patty this weekend, your setup was all there, was told you were away for the weekend. I did go to Stanhope today for a pork roast on my way out.
See you all next year if I don't meet somewhere out there.
gregnshas said
04:47 PM Feb 15, 2015
Thanks Doug, I love your reports, and pics, so old mate but your going to have to keep doing this as I love to watch your travels.
cheers
Greg
Dougwe said
06:00 PM Feb 15, 2015
copper1 wrote:
Was that a Teepee set up in the bush are you creating a cult following mmmmmmmmmmmm good report mate makes us even more jealous.
Yep, sure is C1. Not sure what tribe they are from though as I don't recognice the flavour. I will send the twins over later to sneak a peek. Mmmm, no I won't cos KFT might be hiding behind the bushes up there, can't trust Frank He will change the topic
C ya soon C1,2&3. Oh! and C3.1 & C3.2 Say hi to C4&5 for me as I will see them soon also.
Cruising Cruze said
10:36 PM Feb 15, 2015
Is that Orange one an UFO Doug ????
Cheers John
Dougwe said
12:04 AM Feb 16, 2015
Nup John. The twins found out they were their cousins mate. Nice girls too and I tell you that for free.
pondsmob said
03:40 PM Feb 17, 2015
Enjoyed reading your update, may get up there one day soon. Beaut photos also.
Hydeeeho said
04:17 PM Feb 17, 2015
Thanks for the update Doug, much appreciated, a pleasure to meet you, and may our paths cross in the future
Dougwe said
07:12 AM Feb 19, 2015
Maybe a chat over a lemonade for a little longer next time Dave. Can't offer a red cos Glenelg has all the red in the district.
I said faster
If you can't go faster I'm finished.
Edits.....sorry kept knocking wrong button
-- Edited by Dougwe on Sunday 15th of February 2015 10:45:20 AM
-- Edited by Dougwe on Sunday 15th of February 2015 10:57:27 AM
-- Edited by Dougwe on Sunday 15th of February 2015 10:58:55 AM
Thanks for that Doug. Well done Mate. Great pics.
Aussie Paul.
Imagine you being able to put all those words together and add pics as well.
All on topic too.
No seriously mate, thanks for the report. Appreciate you taking the time to keep those of us who aren't at Greens up to date. The weeds look nice and greens oops Green.
catch up with you mate
take care
frank
Gday...
Looking good Doug. The Chief will wonder what happens when ya get it on the road
Cheers - John
Thank you Doug for a great report - great photos too. Looks like a great place to have on the bucket list. Where are you housesitting on the South Coast?
Was that a Teepee set up in the bush are you creating a cult following mmmmmmmmmmmm good report mate makes us even more jealous.
Heading to your old nest on Taralgon on Friday to visit old school friend, then Lakes on sunday for 5 days, then Eden for 5 days and back to Bairnsdale for 5 days
Having break with Brad and boat so hoping to catch some reddies and tuna and ???? maybe nothing
Ken
Just a little north of Batemans Bay Nelly. Late March to late April.
Was good catching up with all my friends at Greens over the summer, always an amazing place.
Sorry I missed Patty this weekend, your setup was all there, was told you were away for the weekend. I did go to Stanhope today for a pork roast on my way out.
See you all next year if I don't meet somewhere out there.
cheers
Greg
Yep, sure is C1. Not sure what tribe they are from though as I don't recognice the flavour. I will send the twins over later to sneak a peek. Mmmm, no I won't cos KFT might be hiding behind the bushes up there, can't trust Frank
He will change the topic 
C ya soon C1,2&3. Oh! and C3.1 & C3.2 Say hi to C4&5 for me as I will see them soon also.
Cheers John
Thanks for the update Doug, much appreciated, a pleasure to meet you, and may our paths cross in the future