RV MAIL

BOGGED IN THE BUSH

I was in outback New South Wales near Broken Hill not long ago and came across a man in his 4WD completely stuck in some sand . His caravan was still attached and he was really just digging himself a bigger hole . I was also surprised when he told me that he didn ’ t have any recovery devices … which explains why he was just digging himself in deeper .

No one should be hitting the road or , really , offroad areas without understanding the fundamentals of vehicle recovery . If this gentleman was in a less trafficked area , he could have been in real danger . Fortunately , we were able to get him unstuck and on his way again by letting some air out of his tyres and using the traction boards I carry .

I always carry an air-compressor , tyre pressure gauge , a snatch strap and a variety of different shackles . My 4WD doesn ’ t have a winch so when it comes to self-recovery , my setup isn ’ t perfect , but I am always mindful of

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magazine , we ’ d like to hear it ! Email your feedback to info @ gorv . com . au becoming bogged when I travel . If I can avoid a particularly sandy stretch of track , I will . Just because you think you can do something , doesn ’ t mean you should – the consequences can be disastrous .

David Preston

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I noticed your review on the Point Leo Foreshore Reserve camping ground . I used to work for the foreshore ; it is probably one of the busiest and most popular places to stay on the Mornington Peninsula . Quiet , peaceful sites , surrounded by natural bush and beach settings , views of spectacular sunrises as well as nearby French and Phillip islands in Westernport Bay .

It is essential to book for all long weekends , Christmas holidays and Easter school holidays but other times throughout the year , not so much .

I loved the photo of the creek as it winds down to the beach .

Susan Cook

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