A walk, a wine, and a wood fire! What else could you wish for? It’s not hard to see why winter is a busy time for us. Relax in front of a mesmerizing wood fire after a rewarding walk to the coast overlooking the Southern Ocean. Reflect on the day’s adventure with a glass of good …
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The Starfish Hill wind farm was the first wind farm to be established in South Australia. Constructed in 2003 at a cost of $65m it consists of 23 turbines across two clusters between Delamere and Cape Jervis. They have a combined generating capacity of 34.5 megawatts of electricity to meet the needs of approximately 18,000 …
Ok, yes its true. Fungi don’t quite have the same magnetic appeal of say a furry animal but that does not make them any less interesting. Did you know that fungi are neither plant nor animal. They play a vital role in the breakdown of other organisms and are the great recyclers of our …
Although Deep Creek Conservation Park is characterized by rugged coastal terrain the vast majority of the Park is accessible by conventional vehicle. Yes, the unsealed roads can get a bit corrugated at times but generally, there are no issues with access. There are only 2 exceptions to this rule; the track from Cobbler …
Small communities in rural areas are often described as ‘close knit’ by the media. Perhaps this stems from the high levels of participation in volunteer organizations and sporting clubs through which ties and friendships are formed. Perhaps there is a greater need to work together in order to achieve common goals. Whatever the reason, …
If you enjoy nature you will have a ball in Deep Creek Conservation Park. Did you know there are nearly 120 different bird species that call the Park home? At the moment we have a couple of kookaburras who love using the Hills Hoist at Glenburn Cottage as their lookout. It is a great vantage …
Perhaps you love the thought of a fresh feed of fish. Or maybe you are hoping to take the kids out for their first attempt at fishing. Others simply love being outdoors in the elements and for them catching anything is an added bonus. Did you know that the South Western Fleurieu Peninsula is …
This month South Australia celebrates it’s History Festival from 1-31 May. Did you know that the Talisker Mines located adjacent to Deep Creek Conservation Park form an important part of our State’s heritage? Silver lead ore was mined from 1862 until 1891. At its peak the nearby town of Silverton had 300 residents, …
Did you know Deep Creek Conservation Park is a popular choice for South Australians wanting to showcase their ‘back yard’ to family or friends visiting from overseas? Many marvel at the abundance of wildlife in natural surroundings so close to a capital city. For example, this photograph of two boxing kangaroos was taken …
Perhaps the most overlooked group in the animal world are insects. For sheer diversity and numbers, nothing else comes close. Is it any wonder then that to date no one has found the time or resources to undertake a taxonomy of the different species of insects that appear in Deep Creek Conservation Park. From …
