Karijini Eco Retreat for six nights to gorge ourselves on gorgeous Gorges, then southward bound.Our camp ground for the weekFirst sunset. Lots of dust in the air.Our “welcome to Karijini Bird”First hike accessible from the Eco resort KarijiniStart of beautiful hike to kermit’s pool in Hancocks GorgeShoe change from hikers to rock pool shoes.A few seconds after this photo I slipped on a rock and went straight onto my left shoulder. I knew straight away I had dislocated it and there was no way I could negotiate the track back up with one arm, pain and nausea. Some other hikers went up to phone access area and called the ranger who assessed me and immediately called in the State emergency services to rescue me. Seven hours later I was sitting up in Tom price hospital with a relocated shoulder thanks to terrific Doctor and Nurse. The volunteer hikers who assisted, Michael the ranger, Saints John’s ambulance and Paramedics and The SES team directing the rescue were incredible. I will be forever grateful for their expertise and compassion. Below are some dramatic photos Steve took to remind me to wait for him next time, as I may have chosen the safer rock shelf on the right with his insight.This emu ambled across the road in front of us .At Fortescue falls we ran into a couple of the Hikers who helped in my gorge rescue. “Pat” a student Nurse was one of them. Lots more wild flowers emerging.Dales gorge area – Fern PoolBack on the road south bound through the PilbaraFirst night free camping in a beautiful spot on the Gascoyne River south branch. The bird show was incredible and lots of cows wandering around.
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Hope everything goes well with your recovery Kathleen and you continue your terrific holiday soon – one of the hikers/volunteer rescuers for a day
Oh dear Kathleen so sorry to hear about your stumble, hope it didn’t spoil the rest of your time in Karijini.
Aside from the fall hope the park lived up to your expectations. X
Hope everything goes well with your recovery Kathleen and you continue your terrific holiday soon – one of the hikers/volunteer rescuers for a day
Oh dear Kathleen hope you are feeling much better now, what a dramatic experience! Thinking of you! Loving your photos Steve xx
Hey Steve,
I just caught up on your travel blog… what an adventure you two are having!
I’m sorry to hear about Kathleen’s shoulder, but glad to learn that she is on the mend.
Wishing her a smooth recovery and the two of you safe travels as you continue your travels.
Looking forward to your return and to hearing all about the adventures firsthand!
Take care mate 🙂
Regards
Oh dear Kathleen so sorry to hear about your stumble, hope it didn’t spoil the rest of your time in Karijini.
Aside from the fall hope the park lived up to your expectations. X
Oh dear Kathleen so sorry to read about your stumble. Hope you are recovering well and hope it didn’t spoil the rest of your stay.
Hope Karijini lived up to your expectations xx