Very hot weather was forecast for the run up to the new year. I had been invited on a multiway walk, but thought it would be too hot for walking, so was stuck at home. But then Brian invited me to join him and others on his NPA walk to Engadine Lagoon.
This was a short walk from his house to a magnificent swimming hole on the Woronora River, a short way upstream from where it becomes tidal. The plan was to walk to the pool, have a swim and take a few photos and be back at his place by midday.
The walk to the pool was quite pleasant, mainly along a fire road. Along the way we observed some lizards, some loud cicadas and plenty of wildflowers including a number of orchids.
We also saw a few honeyeaters –
New Holland Honeyeater
Yellow Tufted Honeyeater
I had not visited the pool – Engadine Lagoon before. It was about 150 m long, free of reeds and great for swimming. It was reached via a short track from the end of the fire road.
When we reached the pool, we were talking to another party of visitors, and they told us about a nice snake they had observed near the pool. We soon located it – a beautiful Diamond Python.
After swimming, we had a pleasant break and spent time trying to photograph the Dragonflies.
We then walked down a rough track along the side of the river to the causeway and another large pool, known as the Needles. This one had a lot more visitors.
From there, we walked back along the fire road to Brian’s house. A very pleasant morning in the bush and a great swimming hole – perfect on a hot day! Thanks to Brain for organising.