Really enjoyed your video ,where you stop for lunch, was a nice spot 👌 and then your camp area was so pretty , near water the pink flowers and the red tails,what more do you want that's my kinda camp ,and nobody around, I especially look for those as i have 2 dog who love bush camping with water,Thanks for sharing and your drone footage was awesome 👌 👏, Thankyou for the effort you put in cheers V By,Wa😊
Mate I'm with you 100% on the mining and same with logging. It is horrid to see and to think what it does to the natural environment but we know it is something that is necessary. Love the little Beardie, sucks about the camp you wanted to show us. Just kicking back at camp doing absolutely F.A but taking in the peacefulness is the way to go. It is nice to explore and do walks but for relaxing nothing beats that.
The spot you stopped at the 6 min mark is one of my personal favourite little camping spots. I've been going out there for years and years, just gotta be careful in winter like you said haha. I also agree with your opinions on the mining industry around the area too, It's good for the economy but they're really starting to take the piss as of recently. I grew up in Boddington and i'm starting to get more angry with the situation, seeing how much of my childhood stomping grounds are being closed off and stripped out.
This was a great video Mat, and many thanks for the waypoints - definitely on my to-do list. Also appreciate your flora/fauna segues too - great to learn about this beautiful place we live in. There is so much to explore.
Love your videos Matt. They have a unique kindness about them and I look forward to your next one. Have you ever thought of holding a camping weekend with some of your followers as I'd love to catch up
Beautiful video mate!! I just wish you blokes down under had the freedom we have here in the US. your government seems to want to close and dictate what and were you can go. You have such a beautiful country, its sad they limit it so strong.
😂😂 The level made me laugh out loud! When I park the lorry (truck) I sit a bottle of water on the dash to get it level 😂🤣😂 I’ve been known to drive around the parking area, (just park Mom! my son used to say when he’d come with me when he was young) trying to find the right spot 😂🤣 Nope! nope! nope!………if I just get that wheel up a bit……..1/2 hour later…….that’ll do 😂🤣 Can’t sleep with my head down hill and sleeping with my head the other end of the bed confuses the hell out of me in the night & when I wake up 😂🤣😂🤣
G’day you look in better spirits now mate. Magic part of the country, we’re coming over in 2027 for a 3 month trip to WA. Can’t beat a td42, such awesome vehicles 😊
Thanks Matt, another great video and to share few tracks to follow. Being from the same area as you and spending a lot of time out that way, I had never been down some of those roads. I retraced the route a couple of days ago and although I got a little lost it just added to the adventure and did end up at the dam for a nice relaxing arvo.
You're doin' it right mate. 4 eggs, living like a king! Mining? Yeh, they rehabilitate, but are they doing the undergrowth? Better than a scar I s'pose
I like watching your real experiences in the Aussie Bush. What do you have up on the barn door windows? I’m doing up a GU Patrol and they look good and different. I was considering mollie panels but they are expensive. Can’t wait for your next trip out.
They’re a product that is no longer available unfortunately. However I am about to work with a local company and hopefully create something similar that will be available.
Shutting down Hoffman Mill is really disgusting. There is no excuse for that. Odds are that it will never re-open now because that is what seems to happen when they shut people out. Goorolong Park got shut down 'temporarily' and never re-opened. I'm sort of amazed that they haven't shut down free camping at Logue Brook, I think they were trying to close it down at one time.
How bad are the flies in WA this season ?!! They are crazy persistent little bastards! I just came back from a weekend up in Sandy Cape, and the only reason it was devoid of flies, is because the wind was an almost constant 35 kph minimum, gusting to 45. Windyest camps I've ever been on ! Great Video btw, and I share you sentiments completely when it comes to Alcoa down there raping the bushland. They will never get it back eactly to how it was before it.
All mining companies have an obligation to rehabilitate their mines. If have ever worked in the industry, you will see that they actually don’t do a bad job of it. While it may not look the same way instantly, it will over time. Remember, all those trees you see out there were small seedlings once too! People are quite happy to bag out mining companies, yet they still use all the down stream products they produce. From the car you drive to your camping spot, to the roof top tent you sleep in, to the all the things you use to cook your food, to the device you use to watch this legend go about his adventures. Don’t believe everything you hear in MSM. Matt - you are an absolute legend. I had the pleasure of bumping into while doing a bit of shopping. For someone to take 10mins out of their day to chat to a stranger rates high in my book. Keep the adventures coming legend, love your work!
I worked in the mining sector in the first half of my life, and I am still mates with people that are assigned to plan the rehab of sites, and even they admit off the books, that the places they rehab are never the same, certain fauna still haven't returned to sites from before the mine started clearing forest, 25 yrs on. So if Rehab is to return the topsoil and revegetate the area, while crossing their fingers that displaced species of birds and mammals " may " return to the area, then it isn't worth a spit if the place looks mostly the same. It clearly isn't the same as it was before. My rant is over, Sorry Matt, for the long reply to this comment, I'll shut my mouth now. @@thatsrite4918
@@destnations5588but you still drive, use a tent, cook etc which come from mining. I’m not so sure the land your house is built on looks the same as it was before it was cleared and the animals are still there. Not to mention all the stuff in your house. More chance of a mine being rehabbed I would think. Any way, I’m not trying to go tit for tat. Just have think about what you use and enjoy before you rag out on mining. Peace out
Hey bud, was at that spot u had lunch couple of weeks back. Is the lil west coast eagles gnome still there ? Was disappointed to see the damage done by mining to. 😊
Nothing wrong with sitting in a chair doing nothing, even better with a coldie in hand and even better at night with a coldie in hand, sit back, look at the stars and look for UFO's hahaha
Don’t believe the dieback signs mate. I once come across one that said road closed due to dieback risk/rehabilitation and beyond the sign and pile of dirt blocking the road they were doing exploration drilling… You can buy anything in this world unfortunately.
Welcome back Matt!
Glad to see you back out and about :)
Nice long episode for us today too
As always thankyou!
That company Pays my bills, keeps food on the table for my family & kids in great schools. It will return
Another great battery recharging trip. Thanks for taking us with you 👍
Doing nothing, chilling and soaking in the majesty of the bush is never time wasted.
Totally agree mate 🤠
legendary as always Matty
Great video, nice Drifta windscreen cover! Hate the destruction of the Darling Range.
Great product that one mate.
Yeah it’s not too pretty is it.
Really enjoyed your video ,where you stop for lunch, was a nice spot 👌 and then your camp area was so pretty , near water the pink flowers and the red tails,what more do you want that's my kinda camp ,and nobody around, I especially look for those as i have 2 dog who love bush camping with water,Thanks for sharing and your drone footage was awesome 👌 👏, Thankyou for the effort you put in cheers V By,Wa😊
Thank you! Appreciate it very much! It was a lovely night.
Mate I'm with you 100% on the mining and same with logging. It is horrid to see and to think what it does to the natural environment but we know it is something that is necessary. Love the little Beardie, sucks about the camp you wanted to show us. Just kicking back at camp doing absolutely F.A but taking in the peacefulness is the way to go. It is nice to explore and do walks but for relaxing nothing beats that.
Cheers mate.
Great spot mate, great to see you back out doing what you love ……..safe travels 🍺🍺
Great camping spot and views thank you🎉🎉
😁
So good to see you back and filming a trip mate!
Hope you’re doing ok and you are getting on top of everything - more positives than negatives!
Thanks mate!
Good to see your out and about again! 😎👍🏼
Great video... Natural and easy to watch👍🏻
Thanks mate that means a lot. Appreciate it.
Great episode mate, good to see you relaxed and chilling out 👍😃
Thoroughly enjoyed this one mate keep up the good work 😊
Thanks mate appreciate it!
Nice episode brother ..looks like you've got your MOJO back 😊
The spot you stopped at the 6 min mark is one of my personal favourite little camping spots. I've been going out there for years and years, just gotta be careful in winter like you said haha. I also agree with your opinions on the mining industry around the area too, It's good for the economy but they're really starting to take the piss as of recently. I grew up in Boddington and i'm starting to get more angry with the situation, seeing how much of my childhood stomping grounds are being closed off and stripped out.
100% mate, taking the piss most definitely!
This was a great video Mat, and many thanks for the waypoints - definitely on my to-do list. Also appreciate your flora/fauna segues too - great to learn about this beautiful place we live in. There is so much to explore.
Love your videos Matt. They have a unique kindness about them and I look forward to your next one. Have you ever thought of holding a camping weekend with some of your followers as I'd love to catch up
He does for Patreons ocasionally
Great video buddy, gotta lov the power naps, burst of energy, yeah logging/mining destruction (hate it , bullshit) take care
Haha love a good nap at camp!
Beautiful video mate!! I just wish you blokes down under had the freedom we have here in the US. your government seems to want to close and dictate what and were you can go. You have such a beautiful country, its sad they limit it so strong.
Great to see you back out there again mate 👍 another great video.
Looks like you had a great weekend
Thanks mate. Catch up soon.
Love hearing those red tails
Too right mate.
😂😂 The level made me laugh out loud! When I park the lorry (truck) I sit a bottle of water on the dash to get it level 😂🤣😂 I’ve been known to drive around the parking area, (just park Mom! my son used to say when he’d come with me when he was young) trying to find the right spot 😂🤣 Nope! nope! nope!………if I just get that wheel up a bit……..1/2 hour later…….that’ll do 😂🤣
Can’t sleep with my head down hill and sleeping with my head the other end of the bed confuses the hell out of me in the night & when I wake up 😂🤣😂🤣
Absolutely awesome vid thank you for sharing👌🏽
Thank you mate!
G’day you look in better spirits now mate. Magic part of the country, we’re coming over in 2027 for a 3 month trip to WA. Can’t beat a td42, such awesome vehicles 😊
Thanks Matt, another great video and to share few tracks to follow. Being from the same area as you and spending a lot of time out that way, I had never been down some of those roads.
I retraced the route a couple of days ago and although I got a little lost it just added to the adventure and did end up at the dam for a nice relaxing arvo.
Stoked to hear that mate!
Another great vid , plenty of you time is good for the sole!
Sure is! Thanks mate.
Great video. Gotta be mid week since it was so quiet and the serenity wasn't ruined by boats 😅
Too right mate! Won’t catch me there on the weekend!
Epic content thanks for sharing
Thanks mate, appreciate it very much. Thanks for watching!
I have the Hema HX1 too.. great little unit :)
Looks like Hoffman has been closed due to mining since Nov 2022. I hope it re-opens again at some point and the surroundings aren’t wrecked.
Correct mate. We will see what happens.
Great Video. Thanks Matt
Love the drone footage!
Also just realised no fires :(
Great video, really enjoyed it
Thanks mate, appreciate it very much. Thanks for watching.
You're doin' it right mate. 4 eggs, living like a king! Mining? Yeh, they rehabilitate, but are they doing the undergrowth? Better than a scar I s'pose
I like watching your real experiences in the Aussie Bush. What do you have up on the barn door windows? I’m doing up a GU Patrol and they look good and different. I was considering mollie panels but they are expensive. Can’t wait for your next trip out.
They’re a product that is no longer available unfortunately. However I am about to work with a local company and hopefully create something similar that will be available.
Best one yet mate👍
Thanks so much mate, that means a lot!!
I'm a bit of a green, the devastation is humbling.
I agree mate.
Shutting down Hoffman Mill is really disgusting. There is no excuse for that. Odds are that it will never re-open now because that is what seems to happen when they shut people out. Goorolong Park got shut down 'temporarily' and never re-opened. I'm sort of amazed that they haven't shut down free camping at Logue Brook, I think they were trying to close it down at one time.
Yeah Mark I won’t be holding my breathe. Seen it all too many times.
We’ll see what happens with the dam.
How bad are the flies in WA this season ?!! They are crazy persistent little bastards! I just came back from a weekend up in Sandy Cape, and the only reason it was devoid of flies, is because the wind was an almost constant 35 kph minimum, gusting to 45. Windyest camps I've ever been on ! Great Video btw, and I share you sentiments completely when it comes to Alcoa down there raping the bushland. They will never get it back eactly to how it was before it.
The flies and the wind combined have been horrific mate. It’s either one or the other at the moment 🤣
All mining companies have an obligation to rehabilitate their mines. If have ever worked in the industry, you will see that they actually don’t do a bad job of it. While it may not look the same way instantly, it will over time. Remember, all those trees you see out there were small seedlings once too! People are quite happy to bag out mining companies, yet they still use all the down stream products they produce. From the car you drive to your camping spot, to the roof top tent you sleep in, to the all the things you use to cook your food, to the device you use to watch this legend go about his adventures. Don’t believe everything you hear in MSM. Matt - you are an absolute legend. I had the pleasure of bumping into while doing a bit of shopping. For someone to take 10mins out of their day to chat to a stranger rates high in my book. Keep the adventures coming legend, love your work!
I worked in the mining sector in the first half of my life, and I am still mates with people that are assigned to plan the rehab of sites, and even they admit off the books, that the places they rehab are never the same, certain fauna still haven't returned to sites from before the mine started clearing forest, 25 yrs on. So if Rehab is to return the topsoil and revegetate the area, while crossing their fingers that displaced species of birds and mammals " may " return to the area, then it isn't worth a spit if the place looks mostly the same. It clearly isn't the same as it was before. My rant is over, Sorry Matt, for the long reply to this comment, I'll shut my mouth now. @@thatsrite4918
@@destnations5588but you still drive, use a tent, cook etc which come from mining. I’m not so sure the land your house is built on looks the same as it was before it was cleared and the animals are still there. Not to mention all the stuff in your house. More chance of a mine being rehabbed I would think. Any way, I’m not trying to go tit for tat. Just have think about what you use and enjoy before you rag out on mining. Peace out
Thanks mat . Nothing like getting away from the rat race and chill .
Too right mate!
I could hear the Red-tails, sounded like a long way off, but maybe it was just the audio pickup
Mate mental is the right word, never makes sense
Absolutely mate!
Hey bud, was at that spot u had lunch couple of weeks back. Is the lil west coast eagles gnome still there ? Was disappointed to see the damage done by mining to. 😊
Didn’t see it if is still there mate. I’ll keep an eye out next time haha.
Cant believe its been 6 months.. half a year since your last video :(
We need more Westralian Offroad in our life!
It’s coming!
Nothing wrong with sitting in a chair doing nothing, even better with a coldie in hand and even better at night with a coldie in hand, sit back, look at the stars and look for UFO's hahaha
Completely agree mate hahaha.
That's what you do in the bush, reset. Close to God and nature.
Cracker vid matt cheers
Cheers Podge!
No vids for a while mate? Everything all good?
Coming mate!
its a joke on what Alcoa are doing to the land down that way but the state government keep taking places from us to camp.
We're they the white tail cocatoos?
Red tails mate.
Don’t believe the dieback signs mate. I once come across one that said road closed due to dieback risk/rehabilitation and beyond the sign and pile of dirt blocking the road they were doing exploration drilling…
You can buy anything in this world unfortunately.
It’s very unfortunate.
I have a level to
Works a treat!
👍👈👉😀