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[JeffH]

I have never heard of cherabin and had to investigate. I think I would like them - I am very keen on eating yabbies (and other crustaceans) so these should be in the same league.
So early today I have fulfilled my aim of learning at least one new word or fact every day. Thanks trout.

[Basil]

I have never heard of cherabin

Jeff,..you didn't watch enough TV as a youngster,first Mal Douglas and now Harry Butler has passed on.

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-12/conservationist-harry-butler-dies-of-cancer-at-85/7023708

[JeffH]

Where we lived there was no TV when I was a youngster.

[Triggersmob]

We have enough equipment to be self sufficient for a couple of weeks at a time so we don't have to rely on crowded Caravan parks and can set up just about anywhere we take a fancy to.

I don't think crowded caravan parks will be a problem this time of year, it's not tourist season. Too hot and wet. Be careful of road blocks due to flooding. Our rep drives up there every month, but due to the possibility of flooding, he doesn't go in December or January. Have fun.

[trout]

The Monsoon usually doesn't kick into full roar until late January But we may have to put up with the odd thunderstorm and associated downpours.
I Love watching a good storm and the light shows in the far north can be absolutely spectacular at times :yahoo:
I lived in Darwin for 5yrs and have spent about 20yrs in the Pilbara so driving in wet/flooded conditions is not a drama as long as you are careful and don't take any stupid risks, I would rather camp up and wait for a creek/river to go down instead of trying to ford it when in full flood.
We will be carrying enough provisions gas and fuel to last us for at least 3-4 weeks so if we do end up getting flooded in it wont be a huge problem, if things get a bit tough I will always have the .243 to go "Shopping" for meat with

I haven't done a good "Road Trip" for at least 10yrs and I am really looking forward to this.

This is me and "Doggy" checking out the annex.
 

I am off to Meekatharra today for work and will be home on Saturday.
I have arranged to have a Month off so we have plenty of time to have a Good look around.
We should be heading off Sunday/Monday, That should put us in Derby by Wednesday/Thursday :yahoo:
So look out Muddies i'm on my way

[Triggersmob]

Have fun and say hi to all my customers in Derby for me.

[Unicorn]

So look out Muddies i'm on my way

Have a great time Trout!  Catching crabs sounds most enjoyable. :mocking: (Remember to take some pics!).

[robbiegal]

The Monsoon usually doesn't kick into full roar until late January But we may have to put up with the odd thunderstorm and associated downpours.
I Love watching a good storm and the light shows in the far north can be absolutely spectacular at times :yahoo:
I lived in Darwin for 5yrs and have spent about 20yrs in the Pilbara so driving in wet/flooded conditions is not a drama as long as you are careful and don't take any stupid risks, I would rather camp up and wait for a creek/river to go down instead of trying to ford it when in full flood.
We will be carrying enough provisions gas and fuel to last us for at least 3-4 weeks so if we do end up getting flooded in it wont be a huge problem, if things get a bit tough I will always have the .243 to go "Shopping" for meat with

I haven't done a good "Road Trip" for at least 10yrs and I am really looking forward to this.

This is me and "Doggy" checking out the annex.
 

I am off to Meekatharra today for work and will be home on Saturday.
I have arranged to have a Month off so we have plenty of time to have a Good look around.
We should be heading off Sunday/Monday, That should put us in Derby by Wednesday/Thursday :yahoo:
So look out Muddies i'm on my way

is that your new van set up? very nice and homely

[trout]

Everything is loaded up Fuel, water food etc etc for the trip away :yahoo:
We have spent a small fortune at the camping shop and the tackle shop so we have at least 2 of everything now :angel:
We are to old to be "roughing it " so we got all the knick knacks , even bought a little microwave to take with us
First stop will be the mouth of the Fortescue river, great little camping spot about 5-600m away from the mangroves so them nasty little sand flies don't eat you alive :good:
This place is crawling with Mud crabs and fish and there are a few islands not too far off shore as well.
We will probably spend 4-5 days there then head off to the Derby area and explore the Fitzroy river, I'm looking forward to a big feed of Cerabin Yum.

[Unicorn]

Have a great trip Trout, stay safe and have a Merry Christmas! (Don't forget the pics, especially of the muddies!!!!).

[robbiegal]

have fun
I am jealous
always wanted to go to Fitzroy crossing for work ... years ago
the factory probably isn't even there anymore  

enjoy your Christmas holiday (complete with mod cons!) xx robbie

[Goldseeker]

Photo of the crabs please and of course the fish.

[Triggersmob]

always wanted to go to Fitzroy crossing for work ... years ago
the factory probably isn't even there anymore  

That's a first. Most people want to get out of Fitzroy Crossing.

[robbiegal]

long time ago when I lived & worked out west

[Basil]

Enjoy your Holiday,sounds great but no mention of the Elephant in the room,bloody Crocs.