August 23, 2010 15:03 in Exploring Mt Barney Area by Monica

Blog by Rob Packer of Radiant Glory Photography Climbing Mt Barney 21st June 2010 The South East corner of Queensland has some significant wilderness areas that are protected as National Parks. A number of the mountains in the area are significant by Australian standards in terms of their height. Located in the Scenic Rim region less than two...

August 23, 2010 14:50 in Events by Monica

The spring star-studded sky and Mt Barney massif will be the perfect backdrop for “Picnic Under The Stars” at Mt Barney Lodge. This is a free community event held at Mt Barney Lodge each year, and forms part of the Birdweek activities. It starts at 4pm on Friday 10th September, and it is a family-friendly event. Picnic’ers are inv...

August 23, 2010 10:30 in Events by Monica

  The Glossy Black Cockatoo is gaining recognition and support in the Scenic Rim as an iconic native species. As part of the Mt Barney Lodge Birdweek program, a free workshop on this magnificent bird will take place. This workshop is sponsored through a Scenic Rim Council environment grant to LACA (Logan and Albert Conservation Association)...

July 27, 2010 15:24 in General Mt Barney Lodge by Monica

 Become a 'fan' of Mt Barney Lodge on Facebook! If you would like your photos, from your Mt Barney Lodge getaway, uploaded to our Facebook page...please send them to Monica (email: monica@mtbarneylodge.com.au - Subject line: PHOTOS for Facebook), and i will be more than happy to upload them for you! This is a great way to share your...

July 13, 2010 11:19 in Events, News by Monica

Michael Snedic is one of Australia’s most accomplished nature/wildlife photographers, with a special interest in native birds. His photos have been published in numerous publications and he is a regular feature writer on nature photography for different magazines which include Australian Photography, Wildlife Australia, and Wingspan (Birds Au...

July 08, 2010 09:28 in Events by Monica

Over one exciting week, Mount Barney Lodge will be hosting bird experts who will conduct guided tours, slideshows and structured workshops to extend your birding knowledge. This program is suitable for amateur or intermediate birders. Birdweek Leader Barry Davies from Gondwana Guides (Winner of the 2005 and 2009 Australian Eco Guide of the Year...

July 02, 2010 11:09 in Newsletters by Monica

Please visit the below link for a PDF version of our volume 2 newsletter. Volume 2- Updated 2nd July 2010

May 19, 2010 16:48 in Events, General Mt Barney Lodge by Monica

What a great turnout we received with the Great Aussie Camp Out (GACO) Weekend! This year was the first time GACO was launched, and what fun we had. This event was designed to get kids outdoors and active just once a year and roughing it under the stars, and this year it was on the 17th of April 2010. We had heaps of activities such as ...

May 19, 2010 13:27 in Exploring Mt Barney Area by Monica

This photo was taken by Peter Hegarty   (a recent guest) on the 4th and 5th of May 2010. Beautiful picture of the night sky!  “The object, Omega Centauri, is the largest globular cluster in our galaxy and is mainly a southern hemisphere target and is easily seen from the dark skies at Mt Barney Lodge. A very easy target f...

May 18, 2010 13:14 in General Mt Barney Lodge by Monica

The Visit Brisbane website have recently published a new interactive map and NEED your help! This map has been designed so that YOU can add your favourite place, so others can see recommendations on where to go. Below is a direct link to the map…check it out and why not add your favourite spot! http://www.visitbrisbane.com.au/Travel/mf...

May 07, 2010 13:49 in Events by Monica

A World Apart 2010.... Come and visit Mt Barney on the 23rd- 25th of May and participate in ‘A World Apart’. Six businesses in the Mt Barney area will be showcasing the unique food, wine and experiences their business has to offer. Your FREE ticket allows you to try local wine, olive oil, curry entree’, Bushtucker, Italian gelato...

April 14, 2010 14:28 in General Mt Barney Lodge by Innes

Well Easter has come and gone, and we had some of the best weather in years. With the Campground full of familiar faces we once again saw the Jarrett group fill Moringararah, the Wells Craft crew in Boolamoola, the Nunn’s in the Camper trailers as well as welcoming the Nutt and Seedsman families into the Huts and our Easter clan. Activi...

April 05, 2010 08:03 in Exploring Mt Barney Area by Stafford

What a great hard day’s at work at Mt Barney Lodge. It’s not everyday that I get to go for a walk and check out a new abseil site in the middle of a world heritage national park. So this morning Innes and I decided to head into the lower portals and beyond into the wilderness! With all the rain of late, the creeks are full and the w...

April 01, 2010 15:07 in General Mt Barney Lodge by Monica

EASTER IS HERE…ALREADY! And yes…we are COMPLETELY booked out for the Easter long weekend! From the nights of the 1st- 4th of April we are full. However from the 5th we have vacancies..and we will still be running our adventure activities during this time as well. If you are interested in what adventure activities are on offer p...

February 04, 2010 08:15 in News by Monica

Its not every day you get to see a helicopter wreckage being transferred from the top of a mountain to the back of a truck! On the 28th of January, 3 men from the ‘Chopperline Flight Training Company’ were involved in an unfortunate crash landing of a helicopter on Mt Barney. Don’t worry- the 3 men walked away uninjured! The wr...

February 03, 2010 15:15 in General Mt Barney Lodge by Innes

Need a holiday? Come and visit Mt Barney Lodge! We offer accommodation in: Queenslander Homesteads, Rustic Cabins, Camping or why not try Glamping (Glamorous Camping) in one of our Deluxe Camper Trailers! We don’t just offer accommodation! We can also cater as well as provide many Adventure Activities. Some of which include; Rock Climbing, A...

February 03, 2010 08:25 in Events by Monica

On the 14th- 20th of January I had the opportunity to participate in the Equip Wilderness First Aid Course. This First Aid Course is designed to teach the first aid treatments needed for wilderness survival in rural areas. This event is held at Mt Barney Lodge (which is located within the Scenic Rim) yearly. Not only do we hold the complete 7 da...

February 02, 2010 12:50 in Exploring Mt Barney Area by Monica

Whatever your hiking plans this summer, here are a few pointers to ensure a safe and comfortable stay: • Always tell someone when you are going, when you are going to be back and which way you plan on going up and coming back down (DON’T change plans mid-way). • Hat, sunnies, sunscreen, long sleeved shirt and leave as early as p...

February 02, 2010 12:48 in Events by Monica

On the 25th, 26th and 27th of June 2010, we will be offering a 2.5 day Navigation Course! Our aim is for you to feel completely competent at Navigating in difficult and trackless terrains. The cost of this course is $200.00 per person. It includes theory, a navigation-training manual (for you to keep!) and multiple walks from the lodge, to test ...

February 02, 2010 11:03 in Newsletters by Monica

Please visit the below link for a PDF version of our volume 1 newsletter. Volume 1- Updated 2nd Feb 2010

January 30, 2010 12:52 in Exploring Mt Barney Area by Monica

Take care on the nearby mountains of the Scenic Rim at Mt Barney Lodge (known as the McPherson Range) at this hottest part of summer. Most of the peaks – Mt Lindesay, Mt Earnest , Mt Barney and Mt Gilles are over 600m, and have a high degree of exposure to the UV extremes of the sun as they are without much shade as they are volcanic and ther...

December 08, 2009 12:54 in Exploring Mt Barney Area by Monica

Mt Barney Lodge recently welcomed the 2010 New Year and the much anticipated rain at the same time. The Scenic Rim really has been transformed into an emerald oasis. Combined rainfalls of 100mm+ contributed to some brief flooding of the creeks, and overflowed into all the waterholes along the Logan River and Barney Creek. Waterholes are now at t...