VIDEOS NOW IN 1080P FULL HD Thanks to the support of my Patrons. Part 2 of 2 of my solo trip exploring Culgoa Floodplain National Park. Another out of the way gem that's great for solitude and enjoying the Aussie bush. Grab a cold beverage, sit back, and take a sip every time I say "old". To prepare your vehicle ready to explore Outback Queensland, visit the Expedition Centre for all your 4x4 touring gear. www.expeditioncentre.com.au
Felt so sorry for all the animals struggling with that little water. Just to think one morning they get over there and all the water will have evaporated :(.
Again you manage to evoke the spirit of the places. The visuals and the sounds of the birds are amazing. Thank you for doing (and sharing) your travels.
Those crested pigeons look like they'd be good eating. I think you found your passion. Your videos are excellent, and I've seen a heap of travel, 4x4, RV living, etc. videos. I LOVE that you don't try to "enhance" yours with any music!! I've unsubscribed from several who ruined good channels with music.
Thanks mate, and thanks for the snakes name. I just assumed from the banding it was a small python! Although only mildly venomous, it's a good thing I didn't get too close. I should have pulled out my snake book while I was there.
Would've been fine, the venom is meant to be less than a whip snake, just used to knock of frogs. Speaking of which, if you get some rain out that way, have a look around sandy, termite abundant areas at night for Holy Cross Frogs. They're an absolute treat to see!
Hi It's great your getting out and about we have a great country and I never get tired of it, I started to travel back in 1970 and am still at it any time I can, keep up the great birds video's and above all have fun
Thanks Jim.. I can't imagine what it must have been like back in the 70's before everyone had 4x4's. I'm too dependant on my gps to get me around.. trying to carry enough paper maps to get you around must have been difficult. Malcolm Douglas films give me a glimpse at least of those early 4wd pioneer adventurers.
he he we had to read maps you remember those paper things that got ripped and fell apart, now a day's I'm still a bit of a loner in the early days you could not buy anything you needed so you had to make it and I think that has stayed with me I still make all my gear and don't like some of the new bee's who know nothing about what to do when they break down or get stuck, or may be I'm getting tone a grumpy old man with so many people on the tracks.
Yep they were the ones that got me to to the top end in 1979 and boy was that a trip no one up there in those days if you got into trouble you were on your own
A magical experience... another reason for me to travel now... meant to be 9 billion people on earth by as early as 2035.. won't be too many places left to get away from everyone with prime solitude.
yep that's it I spent a week at Ooldea Station in South Australia this year and had no one else there and it was great I walk down to the train line a few times to watch the trains and the rest of the time I sat watching birds etc that is the only way to go
Thanks mate. Yes I was impressed just by the sheer weight and density. Strong animals. I had a piglet once that despite only being a foot tall, did a pretty good job at pushing me back.
Thanks Brett for sharing your travels with us, your simple approach to these trips should inspire more of us to embrace the harsh and fragile beauty the outback is. I hope you inspire the younger ones to get off their electronic devices and breath what life offers away from the madding crowd in our wide brown land.
That wild life photography is first class. Very impressive. The textures and gnarling of the trees too...Another interesting image was the old hut with the finely corrugated tin cladding. Also, those old cars were probably open diff, so not even two wheel drive! Great vid - thanks very much.
Thanks Benny, I was eager to see what was around so an early morning for me paid off. haha very true about the cars.. they were all tough men back in those days... me with my front and rear limited slip diffs can't compare.
Well done 👍 I’ve been out there a few years ago and it was just beautiful in my eyes I see things in the remote areas that most people just say omg there’s nothing out in the Bush, but if you take it all in you see things that are just magical and beautiful, I came from around the Hay, Balranald, Carrathool area and grew up in what my brother and I call (Gods country) I get back there as much as possible, Well done cheers Amos
G'day mate,had to wait all day to get in front of a screen to watch you today,but well worth the wait.Some really good reminders of yesteryear out there to be found,and you are finding your share 👍 All the best to you as you follow your now freed up life😊
Hi I've just found your channel and am enjoying it. I'm older than you, 57, but have done the same, jacked my job in, sold my house. I usually work in Motorsport but hope to eventually find a new passion. In the meantime I'll be travelling on a mountain bike! Next stop Arizona or Australia. Good luck in your travels and finding something you love 🤘
There is a cure for feral pigs. BBQ! Yes they are good to eat. Several of the southern states here in the US have problems with said pigs. So they are hunted year round, with no limits. Also for bread. Try tortillas or other flat bread. Easy to store and wont squash. I carry bread like that when I'm on long bike trips.
Thank you for your videos Brett, you are an inspiration to me and hope to 'some day' do what you are doing. Keep up the excellent content. Safe travels sir.
yo - Brett. in several videos you’ve driven in much dust but not mentioned changing your engine air filter. isnt it necessary ? here in Texas it sure would !!
No, don't have much issue with the dust filling my filter. The snorkel does a pretty good job. also travelling solo, so not as much up front hitting the intake. To date an occasional tap out is sufficient.
you would be surprised where a two wheel drive can go.i used to go places in a old HG Holden sedan that once a 4 wheel driver ask me how in hell did you get here
1) You can learn a lot about preservatives and chemicals in beer by looking at an old bottle dump. What you learn is that the earlier you go back, the thicker and darker the bottle. That's to stop sunlight reaching the contents and making it go off. As you move forward to today and modern times you see how the glass is less tinted and thinner. This is because modern commercial beer has loads of chemicals and preservatives in it. It is not true that they manufactured bottles back then "stronger" to withstand the journey. Glass blower's have always been able to make thin glass. But I digress..... 2) Made In Australia - something you don't see these days.....sad :-( 3) I bet the neighbouring farm is illegally running cattle in the park. I wouldn't be surprised. 4) Sus scrofa - The Eurasian feral pig. 5) Coconut in the damper means one thing - It's a MD recipe. :-) That damper looks very fine. 6) Lovely to see the python. It's out hunting small marsupials, rats and the like. 7) That windmill was disengaged. I guess its not in a working condition. Would be nice to know if it still works and pumps. 8) Don't miss out on overseas travel. As Walter said, "It broadens ones' horizons" There's a big world out there. As Arthur Daley said "The world is your Lobster" Never stop travelling, learning and educating. You become wise by Travel, Reading Books and asking loads of Questions.
Interesting to hear about the preservatives, although like my friends back in the day found out when they had home brew, they could drink all they wanted and not get a hangover. never know what corporations put in stuff today. Turns out the snake is a De Vis' banded snake. The windmill rod which connected up top had bent and disengaged from the gears. Otherwise it appeared to still operate fine. Just need a new connector rod. I'm still yet to go overseas, will see how the next couple years go they maybe take a trip.
True. I make my own beer. No hang over. Cheap as chips and better for you. You'll find the windmill and gearbox are fine but down inside the bore / well casing the plunger valve will be stuck because the leather cups dried out from lack of water. Overseas travel makes you love and appreciate your own country even more.
I specifically search your videos because they are lovely and greatly edited. Keep them coming in natural way just don't become money hungry for youtube money and spoil what you love, nature. And at least add one video a week.
Cattle and sheep outcompete most other native herbivores, and destroy the understorey, making life for smaller Aussie mammals or reptiles very difficult. They are needed as an oasis to protect these creatures, a place where they can proliferate. My video only shows a small piece of what's in the park that I saw during 8 days. There's hundreds more species that are nocturnal that you haven't seen. Then in the flora world, there are numerous species of herbs driven to near extinction because larger hoofed animals trample them, eat them or compact the soil making it impossible to survive. I've driven around half of Australia now, and we are truly one large cattle farm with little pockets of national parks to protect the remaining species that haven't already been sent extinct.
@@RoamingTheOutback Thanks for the reply. I have no problem with protecting stuff, but I have a big problem with National Parks and the complete BS and lockouts that goes along with them. I'm sure a state park for this area would be more than sufficient. Happy travels and keep the camera rolling!
VIDEOS NOW IN 1080P FULL HD Thanks to the support of my Patrons. Part 2 of 2 of my solo trip exploring Culgoa Floodplain National Park. Another out of the way gem that's great for solitude and enjoying the Aussie bush. Grab a cold beverage, sit back, and take a sip every time I say "old".
To prepare your vehicle ready to explore Outback Queensland, visit the Expedition Centre for all your 4x4 touring gear. www.expeditioncentre.com.au
Don't look now, but I think you've already found your passion..... keep 'em coming mate.
Thanks mate.. full time youtuber probably won't pay the bills, but perhaps outback cinematography guy for corporate/wildlife doco work might.
The beautiful birds alone are worth the trip.
Felt so sorry for all the animals struggling with that little water. Just to think one morning they get over there and all the water will have evaporated :(.
Again you manage to evoke the spirit of the places. The visuals and the sounds of the birds are amazing. Thank you for doing (and sharing) your travels.
Once again you nailed it mate
Thanks mate!
Arid, dry, remote. Just perfect Brett
Indeed, David.
Alli can say mate is WOW.
Yes a beautiful place. Thanks.
Good for you
Brett, here's I am three months later, watching it again. Yes, I love these!
Thanks mate, great to hear! Enjoy!
Another outstanding production Brett, first class! I wish you every success in the future.
Thanks mate. The future looks bright.
My favourite video, really!
Fantastic ... your films just keep getting better.
Thanks mate, I'll keep pushing my skills now I have more free time.
Brett... Wildlife Paparazzi Extraordinaire 👍
They ain't seen nothing yet.. just bought a 200-500mm lens so eager to try it out in the next few months.
love your videos. your attitude towards living life is very inspiring. If you are coming down to Adelaide, beers on me.
Thanks for following along Duncan.
Those crested pigeons look like they'd be good eating. I think you found your passion. Your videos are excellent, and I've seen a heap of travel, 4x4, RV living, etc. videos. I LOVE that you don't try to "enhance" yours with any music!! I've unsubscribed from several who ruined good channels with music.
Thanks mate. yes, music has its place at times, though when not needed to carry the story, the sounds of the Australian bush can't be beaten.
Really enjoyed parts 1 and 2 of this video Brett. Its a beautiful harsh country we will in. Happy and safe travels
Thanks Todd. Probably some of my best work to date. Indeed it is.
Nice cinematography.
Thanks Bernard!
Nice
Enjoying these videos Brett! Really highlighting how bad the drought is at the moment. That De Vis' Banded Snake was gorgeous!
Thanks mate, and thanks for the snakes name. I just assumed from the banding it was a small python! Although only mildly venomous, it's a good thing I didn't get too close. I should have pulled out my snake book while I was there.
Would've been fine, the venom is meant to be less than a whip snake, just used to knock of frogs. Speaking of which, if you get some rain out that way, have a look around sandy, termite abundant areas at night for Holy Cross Frogs. They're an absolute treat to see!
storm passing over now, though not much in it.. will take a look around tonight
Awesome Video , .... good luck on your new adventures
Thanks Roger
Hi It's great your getting out and about we have a great country and I never get tired of it, I started to travel back in 1970 and am still at it any time I can, keep up the great birds video's and above all have fun
Thanks Jim.. I can't imagine what it must have been like back in the 70's before everyone had 4x4's. I'm too dependant on my gps to get me around.. trying to carry enough paper maps to get you around must have been difficult. Malcolm Douglas films give me a glimpse at least of those early 4wd pioneer adventurers.
he he we had to read maps you remember those paper things that got ripped and fell apart, now a day's I'm still a bit of a loner in the early days you could not buy anything you needed so you had to make it and I think that has stayed with me I still make all my gear and don't like some of the new bee's who know nothing about what to do when they break down or get stuck, or may be I'm getting tone a grumpy old man with so many people on the tracks.
Yep they were the ones that got me to to the top end in 1979 and boy was that a trip no one up there in those days if you got into trouble you were on your own
A magical experience... another reason for me to travel now... meant to be 9 billion people on earth by as early as 2035.. won't be too many places left to get away from everyone with prime solitude.
yep that's it I spent a week at Ooldea Station in South Australia this year and had no one else there and it was great I walk down to the train line a few times to watch the trains and the rest of the time I sat watching birds etc that is the only way to go
Great stuff cobber. Thank you for sharing. Hooroo for now.
Thanks mate
very nice!
great storytelling and narrating!
Thank you mate.
As a pig hunter who has bow hunted some big pigs that was a decent sized head mate. Good video and another great adventure. Keep it up Brett 😀
Thanks mate. Yes I was impressed just by the sheer weight and density. Strong animals. I had a piglet once that despite only being a foot tall, did a pretty good job at pushing me back.
Thanks Brett for sharing your travels with us, your simple approach to these trips should inspire more of us to embrace the harsh and fragile beauty the outback is. I hope you inspire the younger ones to get off their electronic devices and breath what life offers away from the madding crowd in our wide brown land.
Thanks Peter.
That wild life photography is first class. Very impressive. The textures and gnarling of the trees too...Another interesting image was the old hut with the finely corrugated tin cladding. Also, those old cars were probably open diff, so not even two wheel drive! Great vid - thanks very much.
Thanks Benny, I was eager to see what was around so an early morning for me paid off. haha very true about the cars.. they were all tough men back in those days... me with my front and rear limited slip diffs can't compare.
You’ve done really well with good balance of the narration and video. Steve
Thanks Steve!
Excellent video!
Thanks for watching
got to love a good damper great video cheers mate
great stuff as usual... Thanks Brett, Nice to see the Aussie wildlife.
Thanks Brian, I'm glad there was still water around, otherwise it would have been pretty quiet.
Another great video, feel bad for all the wildlife.
Thanks Marc, hopefully they'll migrate out to surrounding stations before the parks all dry.
Well done 👍
I’ve been out there a few years ago and it was just beautiful in my eyes I see things in the remote areas that most people just say omg there’s nothing out in the Bush, but if you take it all in you see things that are just magical and beautiful, I came from around the Hay, Balranald, Carrathool area and grew up in what my brother and I call (Gods country) I get back there as much as possible,
Well done cheers Amos
Thanks Amos. Yes beauty is in the eye of the beholder. So much to see if you're willing to look into it, not at it.
@@RoamingTheOutback thank you for that yes we are very lucky to have a beautiful country called Australia
G'day mate,had to wait all day to get in front of a screen to watch you today,but well worth the wait.Some really good reminders of yesteryear out there to be found,and you are finding your share 👍
All the best to you as you follow your now freed up life😊
Thanks Wayne, plenty to see... the little details in the relics make them special.
Some great wildlife in this video, well done
Thanks John. Hopefully the next few parks are as giving.
Hi I've just found your channel and am enjoying it. I'm older than you, 57, but have done the same, jacked my job in, sold my house. I usually work in Motorsport but hope to eventually find a new passion. In the meantime I'll be travelling on a mountain bike! Next stop Arizona or Australia. Good luck in your travels and finding something you love 🤘
Thanks mate. All the best with your roamings and safe travels.. There's a passion out there somewhere with your name on it. ;-)
Awesome work again. Superb wildlife shots. Remember I warned you about getting into bird watching, highly addictive.
Thanks mate, yes I was quite the birdo back in my early 20's.. been there before.
Well done again.
Thanks mate.
good stuff mate
Thanks for watching Ben!
There is a cure for feral pigs. BBQ! Yes they are good to eat. Several of the southern states here in the US have problems with said pigs. So they are hunted year round, with no limits. Also for bread. Try tortillas or other flat bread. Easy to store and wont squash. I carry bread like that when I'm on long bike trips.
Thank you for your videos Brett, you are an inspiration to me and hope to 'some day' do what you are doing. Keep up the excellent content. Safe travels sir.
Thanks Clint. That day will come when you're ready for it.
good stuff again mate
Thanks Paul.
Thanks for sharing, i like your vids. Are you coming to WA, good 4wding here, interesting deserts. Good to get out and explore
Won't make it there in 2018 now, but likely aim for a 2019 exploration.
yo - Brett. in several videos you’ve driven in much dust but not mentioned changing your
engine air filter. isnt it necessary ? here in Texas it sure would !!
No, don't have much issue with the dust filling my filter. The snorkel does a pretty good job. also travelling solo, so not as much up front hitting the intake. To date an occasional tap out is sufficient.
you would be surprised where a two wheel drive can go.i used to go places in a old HG Holden sedan that once a 4 wheel driver ask me how in hell did you get here
1) You can learn a lot about preservatives and chemicals in beer by looking at an old bottle dump. What you learn is that the earlier you go back, the thicker and darker the bottle. That's to stop sunlight reaching the contents and making it go off. As you move forward to today and modern times you see how the glass is less tinted and thinner. This is because modern commercial beer has loads of chemicals and preservatives in it.
It is not true that they manufactured bottles back then "stronger" to withstand the journey. Glass blower's have always been able to make thin glass. But I digress.....
2) Made In Australia - something you don't see these days.....sad :-(
3) I bet the neighbouring farm is illegally running cattle in the park. I wouldn't be surprised.
4) Sus scrofa - The Eurasian feral pig.
5) Coconut in the damper means one thing - It's a MD recipe. :-) That damper looks very fine.
6) Lovely to see the python. It's out hunting small marsupials, rats and the like.
7) That windmill was disengaged. I guess its not in a working condition. Would be nice to know if it still works and pumps.
8) Don't miss out on overseas travel. As Walter said, "It broadens ones' horizons"
There's a big world out there. As Arthur Daley said "The world is your Lobster"
Never stop travelling, learning and educating. You become wise by Travel, Reading Books and asking loads of Questions.
Interesting to hear about the preservatives, although like my friends back in the day found out when they had home brew, they could drink all they wanted and not get a hangover. never know what corporations put in stuff today.
Turns out the snake is a De Vis' banded snake. The windmill rod which connected up top had bent and disengaged from the gears. Otherwise it appeared to still operate fine. Just need a new connector rod.
I'm still yet to go overseas, will see how the next couple years go they maybe take a trip.
True. I make my own beer. No hang over. Cheap as chips and better for you.
You'll find the windmill and gearbox are fine but down inside the bore / well casing the plunger valve will be stuck because the leather cups dried out from lack of water.
Overseas travel makes you love and appreciate your own country even more.
What brand are your sunglasses Brett?
Mako Explorer. They don't make them any more, unfortunately.. probably not cool enough ;-)
That's a shame. Thanks.
I think I would have tried to catch that fish, put it out of its misery then ate it ;) Also what is that antenna on the front of your truck for?
Front antenna is UHF radio, rear one HF.
Do you drive your car in Flip Flops or barefoot?
wear shoes when driving. Just strip off around camp or flip flops if there's too many burrs or glass/wire.
@@RoamingTheOutback have you ever tried driving barefoot?
yes, the pedals hurt my feet and I don't have good grip, so wear shoes when driving.
@@RoamingTheOutback ok.
I specifically search your videos because they are lovely and greatly edited. Keep them coming in natural way just don't become money hungry for youtube money and spoil what you love, nature. And at least add one video a week.
Thanks mate! I try and produce what I can.
disgusting should be all cleaned up
Kangaroos, Cockatoos, and Cattle. Why is this place a National Park? The whole NP thing is a complete joke.
Cattle and sheep outcompete most other native herbivores, and destroy the understorey, making life for smaller Aussie mammals or reptiles very difficult. They are needed as an oasis to protect these creatures, a place where they can proliferate. My video only shows a small piece of what's in the park that I saw during 8 days. There's hundreds more species that are nocturnal that you haven't seen. Then in the flora world, there are numerous species of herbs driven to near extinction because larger hoofed animals trample them, eat them or compact the soil making it impossible to survive. I've driven around half of Australia now, and we are truly one large cattle farm with little pockets of national parks to protect the remaining species that haven't already been sent extinct.
@@RoamingTheOutback Thanks for the reply. I have no problem with protecting stuff, but I have a big problem with National Parks and the complete BS and lockouts that goes along with them. I'm sure a state park for this area would be more than sufficient.
Happy travels and keep the camera rolling!
Decided to live on unemployment aye? Good choice. Dole money plus a little UA-cam money is enough for fuel and tucker! Keep making decent videos.