Devil's Peak with Russell and Brandon

At last I can say I've climbed to the top of Devil's Peak.  An awesome hike with some challenging bits on a sweltering day with sublime views along the way. The highlight was Brandon taking out a litre of frozen orange and mango juice at the top. Total bliss!!

Reaching The King's Blockhouse

Onwards and upwards!

Reaching the Queen's Blockhouse

Knife's Edge

Last leg of the upward journey

At the top

On the way down

Horses and horse riding

Another of my favourite memories as a child was horse riding at Eight Bells. There was a kind of ecstasy in cantering from the bottom of the paddock back to the top of it.  I remember feeding the horses sugar lumps and rubbing their noses and feeling so much affection for them.  I still love horses. They are such extraordinary creatures and so gentle.