The Monster From the Black Swamp

Yesterday we drove to Currency Creek, 10 kms north-west of Goolwa and about 30 kms from home. Here, we did the Black Swamp walk, a one-hour loop walk through native bush, around the swamp,  and alongside the Currency Creek vineyard. It was peaceful, quiet and, in contrast to our recent overseas jaunt, very Australian.

And no, there was no monster (that was just to grab your attention). Instead, the swamp is home to many rare and endangered species. Not being into bird watching, I am not sure if any of the many birds I saw flying overhead, swooping into the swamp or darting into the trees were actually rare; I could only identify a pink and grey galah!  

There being no actual monster, I had to improvise.

It was extremely hot and humid, so a post-walk sauvignon blanc at the winery was most welcome.