Stranded on an Island! by gilbertwood

Stranded on an Island!

Well this is how I felt all weekend as yet again I had computer problems - this time the internet connection crashed! Anyhow, I;m back now with a story to tell :)
On Saturday 4 of us set off on an organized tour of Middle Island where the Maremma dogs guard the penguins.We had so much fun as we had to cross the ocean at the river mouth and then climb up on top of the island with the dogs. Unfortunately we did not see any penguins :( The parents were out to sea and the chicks were hiding in their burrows! This view is looking back over Warrnambool.
I must also thank everyone for the great comments on my moon and sunrise shots last week. I have read them all, thanks. Now to try and catch up yet again :)
must check your island out next time i pass through...usually get stuck at the chinese shop for lunch..great shot
February 9th, 2015  
Great shot, looks an interesting place to visit
February 9th, 2015  
What a fun adventure! Hope the internet issues clear up soon.
February 9th, 2015  
Great shot...looks a bit cold there.
February 9th, 2015  
Sam
Sounds like you had quite the adventure!
February 9th, 2015  
What a fabulous adventure Denise, pity about the lack of penguins :)
February 9th, 2015  
@tellefella What Chinese shop?? And you are only allowed on the island now on these tours. When are you heading this way?
@oldjosh @mbemis @gigiflower @hermann We certainly made a great adventure out of it! The Island is a terrific spot but unfortunately we are only allowed there now on tours. i was VERY disappointed not seeing a penguin - I now have plan B!
@leestevo Although it was cloudy, it actually was quite warm and humid - got to 32 degrees!
February 9th, 2015  
Kat
Great capture. Shame you didn't get to see the penguins, maybe next time. :) Looks like a great day out in any case.
February 9th, 2015  
@gilbertwood ...the shop is opposite a church I think..in town on a hill and they do an all u can eat lunch deal...
February 9th, 2015  
@tellefella Yep! Know the one! only 3 blocks from my place - better let me know when you're next there! Think i could tell you some better places to eat too :)
February 9th, 2015  
Lovely scenery. It is SO annoying when one has internet or computer problems!!!
February 9th, 2015  
Great shot with lots of interest. Shame you didn't see the penguins. Is this island near where you live?
February 9th, 2015  
Neat capture, comp
February 9th, 2015  
Nice shot! Sounds like a real adventure!
February 9th, 2015  
Oh what a shame missing the penguins. Lovely beach capture.
February 9th, 2015  
Sounds like a great place to visit. Great capture.
February 9th, 2015  
A great pov on this scene!
February 9th, 2015  
I love the composition and the pops of colour
February 9th, 2015  
@susiemc Yes Sue. My town Warrnambool is right on the coast and this is one of the many places within walking distance around town. This is stringray bay and on the other side of the road is the breakwater site.I spend a lot of time around here :)
@darthkitty @lynnilou @seattlite @fjmom @ladymagpie @anazad511 @quietpurplehaze @ceilidh Thanks everyone :) It is a wonderful place and we had a lot of fun! Pity no penguins in sight though.
February 9th, 2015  
Wonderful capture.
February 10th, 2015  
Nice composition. Love the pops of color.
February 10th, 2015  
No Penguins...good excuse to go again.
February 10th, 2015  
What a great place...looks so interesting. Sorry you didn't see any penguins. They are favorites of mine. Best wishes on getting your computer back on line!!
February 10th, 2015  
Nothing more fun than seeing penguins on their home territory! It sounds as though you're close enough by to return when you wish...lucky you!
February 10th, 2015  
Nice shot Denise.
February 10th, 2015  
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