Bimbijy Station Scrimmage 3 September

[wightman]

Bimbijy Sheep station ride.

The details for the proposed overnight stay, at Bimbijy in the Shearers quarters are as follows,

Weekend of Sat/Sun 3rd & 4th of September :-

Tent & use of Kitchen & shower facilities = $8.50
Sheds, sleep 2 & some 4.... = $24.00 per person
(total # of sheds is 7)
beds have pillows but NO bedding.
There is plenty of HOT water....provided 'we' keep the heater going.
The Bunk house is a 'riot' ! You'll love it.
Lets see how many 'couples' we can get on this trip.... Hot water, Bunks, Kitchen, pillows !!!!!!!! if the 'other half' won't try out this trip When will they come !

Shooting.
Yes, allowed, But only wild dogs & Kanga's...maybe with the odd John Pollaers thrown in ! (now who's a 'cunny funt'...you coming along mate or what !)
Defo NO cattle, emus, goats or sheep.

100% NO exception, KEEP OFF the runway.
ride along the side only,
if the RFDS is required, he WILL NOT LAND if the strip is cut up.

basic arithmetic suggests a minimum of at least 16 beds, (The caretaker wasn't 100% sure the exact number of beds..LOL) So i think it will be safe to assume there will be a bed for everyone, although I might take my tent 'just in case'
The bunks will be allocated on a 1st to arrive, 1st pick basis.
(including today Sun 14th, it is 4 weekends away, & two W/E before the camp cook-off)

have a look on Map numbers 80/81 in the roads & tracks Western Australia. (Bimbijy is on map 81, A-5)
two approach options from the south, Having been before, I'd say the Bimbijy Rd is the best option for road bikes, (5 kms west of Beacon) the first 30 kms is tarmac, then a further (approx) 60 on a 'good' gravel road..
the 2nd option north along Mouroubra Rd is more dirt orientated from scotsman intersection . At Mouroubra Station turn right towards Bimbijy, but could be a wee bit tricky for some especially if it's been wet.

Fuel.
everyone 'Should' be OK if you fill up in Beacon. Next closest (I think) would be Koorda or Bencubbin, So a 10/11 litre tank on a standard DR 650 might not be enough, especially if you plan to ride north to Paynes Find Sunday morning... but a 5 litre 'jerry' should see you right.

departure. I'd suggest anyone who wants to ride in a group, or groups meet at Gingers Road house which is the GULL petrol station in Upper Swan on the Great Northern Highway, Better menu & toilets than Shell offer close by. (only my opinion)

Ann Nonna Mouse

[GSDisciple]

Looks great to me - I will be there.

Please see important link attached for those planning to be semi-self sufficient.....

http://iga.dynamiccatalogue.com.au/portal/storelocator

[old betsy]

Very funny JIGAP

[reklaw]

Roads and Tracks, page 85, A5 ?

[old betsy]

anyone what to come and get lost with me on the way
No IGA shop in the direction i'm going. BYO everything.
Maybe leave Friday afternoon

[old betsy]

Nigel would like some idea of number of people going on this weekend trip.
As he has to give the owners rough numbers, so if you could please put your names down here
on this forum please.

Oh by the way, Nigel managed to leave Catalanos as a normal person would today.

[GSDisciple]

Count me in ........

BTW, is there a Red Rooster or similar close by for dinner Saturday night? If not, I will go and hunt by own food as per Bear Grills style.

JP

[Robbo]

Yeh count me in as well should be fun.

Ian.

[old betsy]

BTW, is there a Red Rooster or similar close by for dinner Saturday night? If not, I will go and hunt by own food as per Bear Grills style.

The red rooster will be the chook you will be trying to cook. With the blood coming out of it " Bear "

[toni]

Ken & I will probably head out there, too.

[jamie]

Count me in as well ,was speaking to a friend today who was actually on his way back to Perth from a couple of days in Meekathara reckons the wildflowers are bloom,in everywhere and especially thick around Paynes Find

[bill9117]

Is there an organised ride group going. makes sense with getting to the destination and its more fun.
OK we meet at Gingers, then who is in, what time .
Get the ball rolling place your names down so it can be organised.
Lets say meet at Gingers SAt at 10am.
1.Bill and Doris

[wightman]

New Information as follows :-

There will be (approx) 60 litres of Fuel for emergency Sale if required.
But obviously if everyone who has their name down to go takes a ration, It would be 5 litres each at best. So I'm still making provision to be self sufficient.

I have to call through late Sunday arvo' with final numbers.. However,
anyone who wants to come last minute is welcome to do so, But please inform the owner by phone before coming.
Please state 'Bike Club' as we are getting the accommodation at a reduced rate. (can't say fairer than that !)

For those who will be at the cafe on Sunday morning, I will have a list for numbers ...'Camping' or 'Bunk house'.
(you'll still need a sleeping bag either way)
"The water will be nice & hot for the Showers"...!

any queries , or need to contact direct 9963 6699 Judy or John.


Judy is prepared to get Bacon & Eggs in for breaky on Sunday morning for those who want it, But again, You must phone through before hand & let her know,

John informs me that the 1st 400 metres or so is very corrugated after the gate, But 'good as gold' beyond that...no trouble for road bikes.
Apparently the wild flowers are magnificent, & for those interested, He will take us on a mini tour to a cave with an underground Lake !! & other sights ,

I/we Intend to LEAVE Gingers road house (GULL - upper swan Gt Northern) at 7.30 am Saturday morning, (soz Bill, 10am is a bit too late for me)
Vague/basic intention is Toodyay, Goomalling, Dowerin, (towards Cadoux then cut across to) Koorda & Beacon & Bimbijy Rd north. A mixture of Tar & Dirt.
For the best departure time, route intention & re-fuel stop/breaks that suit you, check out other riders suggestions below,



Hope to see you there, Enjoy & be Safe.
Ann Nonna-Moose.

[reklaw]

I don't get to many club activities, but I can get to this one.
Gingers for 7.30 departure it is then, if I can tag along with someone.
Put me down for a tent space.

[McFarkle]

Please put me down for one, a tent spot will be fine.
McFarkle