R - Roads
Driving in outback Queensland is a unique experience. Long distances, changing terrain, hazards such as herds of cattle and road trains can test even the most experienced outback adventurer.
November to March brings summer storms and heavy rain which can cause flooding and degrade the conditions of unsealed roads.
Check driving distances between each town to ensure you have enough fuel and supplies for each leg of your journey. Use apps to find petrol stations and heed ‘last fuel’ and ‘no fuel’ warning signs.
Have your car serviced before your trip and ensure your spare tyre is at the correct pressure.
Ensure you’re prepared for emergencies by packing a first aid kit, a map, tools to change a tyre, food and water.
Ensure you have adequate prescription medication with you, as outback pharmacies may not stock all medications and it may take a couple of days for medications to be delivered to town.
Mobile phone reception may be patchy (or non-existent) the further you are away from town, so download off-line maps to your phone before you head off or pack a paper map.
Road trains and heavy vehicles are a common sight on outback roads. Share the road safely with approaching vehicles by moving as far left as possible or pulling over while they pass.
Kangaroos, emus and other wildlife are most active at dawn and dusk, so it pays to be extra vigilant at those times.
Be patient with any wildlife or livestock on the road and avoid swerving if an animal wanders on to the road.
No matter where you travel, the local Council (LGA/County) will provide you with an updated Road Report. (PDF download)
This Cache
You will find this cache in a rock cairn - a pile of stones marking the location of the cache
This cache is part of the Opal Muster Tail established for the Queensland Outback Geocaching Muster (QOGM) 2021 Paroo - one of fifteen caches each of which contain part of the coordinates for the Mystery Cache "Opal Muster Tail Final"
Each cache contains a logbook for you to sign. In addition, there are some "opals" in each cache which must be opened to discover which "opal" has the clue to the final. Record your clues to discover the location of the cache "Opal Muster Tail Final".
The image below is how the original cairn for this cache was constructed. PLEASE RETURN IT TO THIS STATE AFTER YOU HAVE REPLACED THE CACHE.
Keep the cache covered but away from the rocks Their summertime heat could deform the plastic. Especially the lid - keep the rock cover ABOVE the cache so it is NOT touching the lid. Thank you for helping prolong the life of this cache.
Happy Fossicking!