Blackbutt 4wd Weekend - Going for Gold!

Arrive Friday and set up camp, Friday afternoon we'll drive down to the river and do a little detecting around where some older gold mines were and possibly a little panning depending on conditions. It's a nice swimming spot also so if time or circumstances dictate we might sit in the river and enjoy a cool beverage 

Friday night there is a distinct possibility we'll visit the pub for dinner( I'll need to book btw)

Saturday morning we'll head down to the "Diggings" for some 4wding and, if time permits, check out some areas for detection or panning 

Saturday evening there will be happy hour and a campfire after dinner 

Sunday can be open and the possibility of a quick easy trip around the Nanango area State Forest with beautiful views over rolling hills.

Even if you're not into dirt fishing this is a great 4wd and camping trip and will challenge your 4wd skills

Blackbutt has the best bakery in south east Queensland and is central to the Brisbane valley rail trail so cycling is a possibility 

Please note if high rainfall is experienced just before or during the weekend, the trip will be cancelled due to the inaccessibility of the areas we plan on visiting. You will be notified 

Date                 11-13th October 

Trip leader.      Tony Richardson 0490918090

Location          Blackbutt showgrounds

Suitable for.    Caravans, campers, tents, swags, slide ons (power may be available, it has been in the past but we are yet to be allocated an area)

Max vehicles  10

Trip grade       Medium 4wd

Car setup.       Vehicle lift, All terrain tyres suggested, traction control, bash plates suggested

Equipment.     The usual recovery gear, a long handled shovel, metal detector if you have one. ( even if it's a cheapie) Any panning gear you may have. Don't worry if you don't have any. That's fine