MAC - Drop Bear. Northbound Traditional Cache

Mythical Australian Creatures- A series that will take you face to face with possible locations of infamous Australian Creatures, good luck, we hope you don't get eaten on your Quest.  Although not necessary a screwdriver may help protect you. 

The best description of a drop bear is to liken them to giant carnivorous koalas.  They are said to live in the tops of eucalyptus and gum trees and hunt by dropping from trees onto the heads of their victims, knocking them unconscious, and then devouring them.  They are equipped with sharp teeth and razor-like claws.  It is said that they prefer to hunt at night and are not afraid of attacking creatures that are much larger than them.  In all likeliness, they are fake creatures that were invented with the sole purpose of scaring tourists and outsiders.  Children are frequently told stories of the deadly koala cousins and how they should avoid them.  There are some utterly absurd methods of deterring them, like spreading toothpaste or vegemite behind your ears and your neck.  Although the best method of protecting oneself from a drop bear attack is to hold a screwdriver above one’s head.  If a drop bear attacks, it will accidentally impale itself on the tool.  Campers beware!  The drop bears are out to get you!

GZ is a short walk from the first parking area at this northbound rest stop on the Hume. Please always be careful at rest stops as cars and trucks often exit at high speed.  Stay of the road and stay in the Freaky Australian Bush, for a good leg stretch.