After rain the night before and a prediction of afternoon showers, a group of six Batemans Bay bushwalkers strode out early.
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Forestry tracks and fire trails made up most of the 10-kilometre hike around Ryans Creek, the group crossing the water course three times both in State Forest and National Park.
The leaves of the understorey were still wet with droplets glistening in the sunshine, a pleasant sight after so many dry and dusty walks of late. There were even some puddles of water to be found both in the creek bed and filling up small dips in the surrounding bushland. This obviously met with the approval of local birdlife as, they sang loudly from tree tops.
The first signs of spring were evidenced with many varieties of yellow pea flowers blossoming along the trails. Walkers found the damp forest refreshing and uplifting after such a dry stretch. The forecast, and much needed showers, never did eventuate and the walkers returned home dry.
For details go to www.baybushwalkers.org.au