Thursday, Apr 11, 2013 at 08:01
Hi Sandman,
Couldn't agree more, but houseboat hirers shouldn't underestimate the extra time needed on an upstream run, as opposed to a downstream one. It may not look as though the river is running strongly but, just for interest's sake, toss a poly float or empty plastic bottle into the water and watch its downriver progress! Making certain you recover the object, of course.
Just one other thing Drifters, if I can make the comment without coming across as a cranky old goat, when you're having that great time on our great river, PLEASE remember there are other river users, even maybe some distance away on a clear night, who may not share your taste in music, either in genre or volume. One of the worst nights I ever experienced along the Murray was from a group of people who very kindly moored their houseboat overnight a few k's outside a small town (about 20 metres from a sign that said,"Strictly Private", clearly enough for me to read from the other side of the river without any artificial aids) and then proceeded to play their "music" until 1.00am. Definitely "Not happy, Jan!" Conversely, of course, we've experienced other occasions when nearby houseboats were quieter than mice and you truly couldn't ask for better neighbours.
That said, enjoy the experience and the tranquility which most of us seek in such
places. You'll be so glad you did.
It's a truly great place.
Regards,
Charlie
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