Sunstroke – Moreton Bay and More

Found Dead in the Bush

There were few more haunting fears for the lone traveler than that of becoming ill or injured and of dying alone, in the middle of nowhere. 19th century Europeans had little idea of bushcraft – how to find edible plants, how to locate clean drinking water, even how to dress and when to travel toContinue reading “Found Dead in the Bush”

Hot Enough For You?

english settlers go out in the midday sun “Hot enough for you?” It’s one phrase guaranteed to further raise the temperature of anyone who ventures outdoors in Queensland between November and March. The temptation is to inform the questioner of your unvarnished opinion of their mental state, IQ, standard of personal hygiene, and the questionableContinue reading “Hot Enough For You?”