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Thursday, January 26, 2012

Camper Thru The Living desert Reserve

By Anton Maverick


If you have travelled out of the city from Broken Hill with Campervan Hire Sydney to go to the Sculpture Symposium, you may very well enjoy staying on a bit longer and explore another area of the Living Desert Reserve. This reserve actually covers about 2400 hectares of attractive country in the Barrier Ranges and has some lovely landscapes. You should potentially plan to spend at least half a day exploring.

The Living Desert Flora and Fauna Sanctuary is also located with the Reserve and comprises a total area of 180 hectares which is encircled by an electric fence which is designed to keep no local predators out of the reserve and preserve the natural integrity o the area. It is for natural, native wildlife only.

Some of the inspiration for the design which is on view in Broken Hill also comes from this area and the area can be reached by one or two walking trails. The walking is easy and relatively flat so if you go at a time which avoids the heat of the day, it is a nice way to spend 2 hours. The light really does do enchanting things to the landscape, so enjoy the walking.

There is rather a lot to work out if you take the Refuge Cultural Walk Trail, which is around 2.5 kilometres. It is often best to take your time so you do not miss anything as there are a lot of Australian wildflowers as well as the Sturt Desert Peas. You'll also go through the Nursery of Australian endemic plants in your wanderings. Lots of research and care has gone into developing the sanctuary as a uniquely saved area.

Apart from Red Kangaroos and Wallabies, there are also engaging Aboriginal cultural displays which portray ancient culture. There's also some truly fascinating story pole artworks which are far more contemporary of course. If you're artistically inclined, take along your pencils and paint because the area really is extremely pretty and your day will pass all to swiftly.




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