This was our first opportunity after the 124mm of rain last week to paddle the closed Cuttagee Lake.
The wind forecast meant an early start and arriving at the lake we were suprised to find the water, though tannin stained was remarkably clear.
Whilst waiting for S&V to join us we passed the time being mesmerized by the cloud reflections upon the glassy water.
We headed up the lake and then the creek, keen to see how the bush was recovering from the 2023 fire, along the way collecting a number of plastic tree guards washed down the creek by the rain.
Besides catching up with the neighbours there were two other highlights. Alerted by a noise sounding like a creaky, rusted hinged S and I stopped paddling, searched and spotted a pair of endangered Gang Gangs - the male with his vivid scarlet head and crest and a close up, long look at his female partner. They are a rare sight in this area.
Then upon our return down the creek, near its entrance into the lake we spotted a swan with two cygnets. We stayed well clear of them so no pics or GoPro footage.
Can't wait to head back out for a full explore of the lake.
10.3kms
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