Portland Paddocks

A port on the land - burning off  night on the farm

We were lucky to be able to stay for almost two weeks at Linda’s nephew’s farm just out of Portland. Michael and Leah had only recently moved from the Claire Valley in SA to Portland to a lovely green seven acre hobby farm and were the perfect hosts when we visited – thanks Guys!

And who's not looking Dusty?

By coincidence and good planning we also caught up with Linda’s oldest brother and wife, oldest sister and hubby and some old friends from Perth. Linda’s brother and wife have built a small chalet on the farm that allows them to pull their caravan in level with the chalet floor and use the van for cooking and sleeping whilst having the comfort of a full sized lounge and bathroom at the van door.

Michael's first ever bream on a lure

Now let’s get to the important part of the story – the fishing! Unfortunately only got out twice – once in my tinnie with Michael chasing that elusive Estuary Perch up the Fitzroy River and an evening at Snapper Point beach fishing. The EP’s remain elusive (next trip a week on the Glenelg River is mandatory!) but surprisingly we caught snapper at Snapper Point – not large but my first snapper off the beach!

Taking terns on the beach

Took in some of the local attractions with the gang while we were in Portland.

Ancient cave people!

Had several outings to Cape Bridgewater lakes and caves, The Enchanted Forest, and a beaut dog beach for lunch.

Little Red Riding Hood and handsome Prince

Nice country, nice people and nice stay.