'Adelaide Meet # 5' - Fleurieu Peninsula...

[fozzie]

Sunday 31 July 2005. Starting at perhaps Myponga Beach and working our way down to Cape Jervis. This area was suggested by 'Big V' at 'Adelaide Meet #4' and also timing from memory. At Second Valley there used to be weathered boat sheds, and certainly ruggered coast line. Perhaps even have a look inland near Second Valley Forest for bird life without walking the trails.

http://www.southaustralia.com/pdfs/Fleu ... insula.pdf

http://www.fleurieupeninsula.com.au/mic ... asp?id=334

http://www.southaustraliantrails.com/tr ... p?id=14000

Expression of interest is sought.

Edit:

Coming: Big 'V', robw25 (from Whyalla: 200-400VR man), Jenko and me (fozzie).

Possible: Marvin (will advise later).


Cheers,

[BBJ]

So this is for next month Fozzie, is there one later this month? Oh well it will be good to get to another meeting 1 day. Will be up at the end of this month the 30th and 1st for docs again so yeh who knows, anyhow hope you all work it out.
Cheers
John

[Big V]

Count me in!!! Yes the sheds are still at Second Valley. here is a pic taken last November..

Also there is the wind farm down at the cape..

[the foto fanatic]

McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula. Shame about the wines!

[fozzie]

BBJ,

So this is for next month Fozzie, is there one later this month? Oh well it will be good to get to another meeting 1 day. Will be up at the end of this month the 30th and 1st for docs again so yeh who knows, anyhow hope you all work it out.
Cheers
John

Sorry about being end of July and not June. June would be just too close to last Meet, Sunday 29 May. If you are still going to be in town (am)Sunday 3 July I can link up with you for some shooting of your choice. PM me either way down the track. BTW: hope things go well with the Doctor's

Looking into the future, I am currently working on a 'Meet' at the end of October at Gluepot, located 1.5 hrs north of Waikerie :

http://www.riverland.net.au/gluepot/


Cheers,

[fozzie]

criketfan/Trevor,

McLaren Vale, Fleurieu Peninsula. Shame about the wines!

Can get the wines anytime.

Just one of the joys of living in SA, so many areas to select from: Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Clare Valley, Adelaide Hills, Eden Valley, Coonawarra ...

http://search.looksmart.com/p/browse/us ... /us920854/

[the foto fanatic]

Can get the wines anytime.

Just one of the joys of living in SA, so many areas to select from: Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Clare Valley, Adelaide Hills, Eden Valley, Coonawarra ...

Yup, I can only agree. No great wines in Queensland (some are acceptable), but we do have the Great Barrier Reef, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast

[robw25]

mmmm .... i might be able to wangle that date as i'm on holidays from the 28th july to the 18th august .... will let you know

cheers rob

[fozzie]

*** a nudge is a good as a ***

[birddog114]

Can get the wines anytime.

Just one of the joys of living in SA, so many areas to select from: Barossa Valley, McLaren Vale, Clare Valley, Adelaide Hills, Eden Valley, Coonawarra ...

Yup, I can only agree. No great wines in Queensland (some are acceptable), but we do have the Great Barrier Reef, Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast

Crickettfan,
Up to Cairns, you can find some good mangos wine

[Marvin]

I'll be there if I can make it. Any other takers or has Big V scared them all off???

[Big V]

May have!!! This time I will be taking a 15mm fish eye plus a 70-200mm 2.8 IS lens to play with...oh and a Canon 20D

[Marvin]

[fozzie]

Big V,

May have!!! This time I will be taking a 15mm fish eye plus a 70-200mm 2.8 IS lens to play with...oh and a Canon 20D

We have two (2) people confirmed, and a 'possible' coming to the 'Meet' at this stage. For those details refer to original post.

Congratulations on your new gear


Cheers,

[Big V]

This is not my gear, It is on loan to try, If I like then it may become mine..

[fozzie]

Big V,

This is not my gear, It is on loan to try, If I like then it may become mine..

Now Tony, not like this, little chance.

Cheers,

[fozzie]

***** BUMP *****

Calling all Nikon, Canon, Pentax etc users to the next 'Adelaide Meet'

[robw25]

fozzie
i will most probably be there ..... are we meeting somewhere ?
i can go see my kids who live in victor harbour afterwards

cheers rob

[fozzie]

Rob,

I have already added your name to original post as a starter.

I am open to suggestions on starting time and where ?

I will probably make a day of it and leave the photo shoot area around 3.30 - 4pm.

[fozzie]

*** BUMP ***

Come along and join in the fun of the day, and also breath some fresh sea air.

[BBJ]

Hope you get a few to turn up Fozzie and for anyone who hasn't been to one of these meets, go and enjoy the day it is good fun, good people and well worth it.

[fozzie]

Suggest meeting at Myponga Beach at 9-9:30am.

I will have the 'D70Users.com' banner drapped across the the back window of the car, can not be missed.

A taste of what is there:

http://www.fleurieuphotos.com/Myponga%20Beach.html

I have also sent an e-mail to the 'South Australian Hang Gliding, Paragliding and Microlighting' to see if they will be conducting any Hang Gliding around Myponga area on 31 July, 2005. I will edit this post when a reply is received.

http://www.hgfa.asn.au/~sahga/

Another stop off point, Second Valley:

http://www.picknowl.com.au/homepages/wd ... 2041cc.htm

Then Cape Jervis. I do not know whether this is possible, but would be a very interesting excursion, plus excellent photo shot opportunities:

http://www.walkabout.com.au/locations/S ... 20to%20see

Deep Creek Conservation Park
Located 120 km south of Adelaide and 8 km south of Delamere and east of Cape Jervis, Deep Creek Conservation Park is a 4030 hectare park. It is an interesting combination of steep cliffs, waterfalls, bush and coast inhabited by western grey kangaroos, blue wrens, yellow-tailed black cockatoos, wedge-tailed eagles and scarlet robins.

[bouyant_clown]

hi fellow south aussies, once again i will be missing the D70 outing. unfortunatly a 'rellie bash' takes precidence (technically not my decision) have an enjoyable weekend. home to see many of you before the year is out!

[fozzie]

bouyant_clown,

Thank you for your post, and noted inability to attend. There is always next time

[bouyant_clown]

Correct!
Roll on outing #6

[fozzie]

bouyant_clown,

Roll on outing #6

'Adelaide Meet # 6' details are here in case you have over looked the post.

[Marvin]

Hi Fozzie!
Once again, you have done a terrific job of organising a meet. I am not sure whether or not I will make it - we have just driven back from Mt Buller and I probably need to get some work done next weekend (although it will depend on how I am feeling!). If not, we'll definitely be at the next one! Not so far to come. If I don't make it, try to be nice to Big V - he's such a sensitive soul!
Marvin

[fozzie]

Hello Marvin,

Hi Fozzie!
Once again, you have done a terrific job of organising a meet. I am not sure whether or not I will make it - we have just driven back from Mt Buller and I probably need to get some work done next weekend (although it will depend on how I am feeling!). If not, we'll definitely be at the next one! Not so far to come. If I don't make it, try to be nice to Big V - he's such a sensitive soul!
Marvin

Hope you and the family had a great time skiing the slopes of Mount Buller.
Where are the shots . Don't want to put you under any pressure

It would be really great if you could make it, but I do understand if you don't. Yes: next Meet is almost in your backyard

Be nice to 'Big V' not likely, as he is big enough to look after himself.
Plus he is from the darkside, C*n*n 300D or may be 20D by now  BTW: I sent another e-mail this morning to the 'South Australian Hang Gliding Association' re possible flying on 31 July. If I do not receive a reply by mid next week, I will ring someone listed on their website.

[Big V]

Fozzie, I will be there and I think Jenko is comming too. Dont worry we will have lots of Canon gooies there!!!

[robw25]

fozzie
will i have to talk to those c...n people ?

cheers rob

[Big V]

Fozzie, another Canon user may be joining us, Robert has just purchased his 300D..soon we will rule the world!!!

[birddog114]

Fozzie, another Canon user may be joining us, Robert has just purchased his 300D..soon we will rule the world!!!

Hahahaha! Breaking News

Canon users is going to take over the population of Nikon users in DSLRUSER.COM/ SA chapter.

Fozzie,
Recruiting strategy: Nikon want you!!!!!!!!!

[fozzie]

Big V,

Fozzie, another Canon user may be joining us, Robert has just purchased his 300D..soon we will rule the world!!!

This is excellent news, Robert is most welcomed.

Now let me see:

Canon Users: Big V, Jenko, and may be Robert.

Nikon Users: robw15, and fozzie.

Marvin we are out numbered, and therefore need your help

I have not been able to get hold of the SAHGA, due to personal reasons and work commitments re hang gliding in the area for Sunday. Although I am a definite starter for Sunday.

[Big V]

Well if we get Munzy to turn up with his trusty Canon 1DsMk11 17 megapixel monster we will definately out number and out gun

[Marvin]

Sorry Fozzie, you'll just have to hold up your end without me. Don't worry, they've only got the equivalent of one brain between them - I'm mostly talking about Robert and Big V. I'm sure you can out think and talk them!
Have a great time!
Marvin

[fozzie]

Marvin,

Sorry Fozzie, you'll just have to hold up your end without me. Don't worry, they've only got the equivalent of one brain between them - I'm mostly talking about Robert and Big V. I'm sure you can out think and talk them!
Have a great time!
Marvin

Hmmm...interesting comment.

If that is so, we have an even number

Irrespective it should be a good day even if the Meet is 3:2 in Canon DSLR favour

[fozzie]

Had a very successful day at yesterday's meet, plus the weather was fantastic

I am currently going through my shots and this one took my fancy:



This is one of our members, robw25 with his 200-400VR waiting for a mermaid to appear

Thank you to:

Canon Users: 'Big V' - Tony, 'Jenko' - Ian and Rob.

Nikon Users - robw25.

Special memtion to 'Jenko' for his navigation skills. Could not have done it without your local knowledge. Also 'Big V' for leading us to the bakery for lunch.

[birddog114]

I had done the same things as Rob yesterday at Nelson Bay.
Gone out with the 200-400VR and the Gitzo monpod 1325 + my friend "stubbsy"

[Big V]

Yesterday was a great day! There was enough variety to keep every body happy and the weather was a bonus and the Nikon users were able to take the flack from the Canon users
Here is the shot of the workings of the wind turbine to settle the argument about how many bolts..


Here is Rob looking for some food for the mermaid..


I would not want to drive down here..


These wind turbines are huge..


We even saw some insects...


You have to love the rustic nature of the beach..

[leek]

Some really great pics there guys... It's nice to see some other states joining in on the mini-meet activity...

[fozzie]

Some more shots from yesterday's meet:

[BBJ]

Great shots fella's, i like the ones of Rob and the monster trying to do macro,LOL. Looks like all had a good daywould have been nice to get there. Oh well i wont be back till the 16th of next month so will see what or where i can terrorise when next i visit.

[DanielA]

Looks like it was a good day.

Big V, that Bee is great!
So is robw25's little lens...

Daniel

[robw25]

well... i'm actually thinking that canon users are NEARLY human ... after meeting three and a half at the meet on sunday... i used to feel sorry for teachers... not any more... capitalistic pigs !!!! but we had a great day ... as usual fozzie brought his arsenal of lenses .... i WANT the 17-55 !... dont forget fozzie we have to tag taem on friday ... well gotta go

cheers rob

[fozzie]

Rob,

Follow the script, plus wine on Friday night and it is as good as in your bag