Andy's Work Retreat

Meroo Head Campground was the destination for Andy's work retreat which normally is held around Oct/Nov. Located north of Bawley Point, the campground boasts secluded walk in campsites. We occupied about a third of the available campsites with a central one designated as the communal area for cooking and generally hanging around.

Leaving Canberra on Saturday morning with our jammed packed car (Ella had invited Ryan to join us) we stopped for coffee and snacks at Braidwood. Katy was somewhat put out at being on her own as all the other children there were much younger!

We rolled into the campground just after midday. It was hot humid work setting up camp and we were glad to be heading to the beach by the end of it. Spoilt by choice of two beaches on either side of the headland, we thought given the wind, Shelley Beach on the southern side, would be best for surfing.

Emerging from the bush track we ambled our way over a large section of exposed rock towards the sandy beach. With surfboards under arms, Andy and the girls were particularly hopeful to find some good waves!

Although the sun was shinning and the water was warm, the waves were choppy and not great for surfing. A slow trickle of Andy's work colleagues and families joined us to enjoy an afternoon at the beach.