Entries for 'Monica'

November 08, 2011 10:59 in Newsletters by Monica

Check out our November Newsletter here!

October 11, 2011 15:39 in Events, Exploring Mt Barney Area, News by Monica

The wave is building... Protestors on Peaks has achieved its first mission - mainstream media preview coverage the main event is THIS Sunday Oct 16 We need your help to hold a banner for this unique media helicopter fly-over, to help stop coal or coal seam gas mining impacting on our lives We need a sea of banners everywhere: 5 people ar...

August 29, 2011 14:32 in Events by Monica

SATURDAY 10th September. 10am- 3pm “The Rim” is a series of painting and poetry workshops where the region’s forests, mountains, rivers, creeks and fauna to speak, through the creativity of everyday people. The project is led by a team of Scenic Rim regional artists – nature painter Dave Groom from Binna Burra, geological ...

August 12, 2011 12:12 in Events by Monica

September is 'save the koala' month!! Mt Barney Lodge is supporting the Australian Koala Foundations education and conservation actions, as well as doing something active for National Threatened Species Day. From the 1st to the 15th September, every childs camping fee will be donated to the Australian Koala Foundation. *Each child will receive ...

June 21, 2011 12:08 in General Mt Barney Lodge, News by Monica

Dear friends of Mt Barney Lodge, Innes and I very much need your active support to protect the Mt Barney valley from a proposed industrial helicopter landing pad.   Reference: Development Application  Number: MC.Bd211/00014 Application Type: Material Change of Use - Beaudesert Planning Scheme Proposal: Industry - General (Industri...

June 08, 2011 13:58 in Events by Monica

Check our our June 2011 School Holiday Activities Plan!

April 13, 2011 14:27 in Events by Monica

Click the above link for our April 2011 newsletter!

February 16, 2011 15:17 in Events, Exploring Mt Barney Area, General Mt Barney Lodge, News by Monica

Yes, it's that time of year again to get together with family and freinds and bring them to the beautiful Mt Barney to discover the hidden tastes Mt Barney Lodge has to offer. For those who visit 3 of the 5 destinations on the list, we are offering the chance to win over $600 in prizes. Just think, your next trip to Mt Barney could be free! Visi...

January 21, 2011 11:35 in Events by Monica

Mt Barney Lodge will be host to the 'Mumatopia' retreat on the 27th and 28th May 2011. These retreats will give mums from all over Australia a much needed break to rejuvenate, re-energise, connect with nature and connect with other mums so they can go back to their families or prepare for a new arrival refreshed and ready for anything! For mo...

January 20, 2011 15:39 in Newsletters by Monica

Click the above link for our January 2011 Newsletter!

November 25, 2010 12:59 in General Mt Barney Lodge, News by Monica

Mt Barney Lodge have received a finalist award from the Queensland Tourism Awards for another year! Well done to Innes and Tracey for all your terrific work!

October 27, 2010 12:29 in Newsletters by Monica

Click the below PDF link for our October newsletter! Volume 3- Updated October 2010

October 04, 2010 09:49 in Events by Monica

Mt Barney Lodge recently welcomed 16 participants to the 2nd annual Mt Barney Lodge Birdweek. Birdweek was held during National Threatened Species week, and so there was a focus on the local species that are struggling, with an opportunity to view the birds in their natural habitat, and workshops to address what can be actively done for c...

October 01, 2010 14:35 in General Mt Barney Lodge, News by Monica

Want your chance to WIN a voucher valued up to $200, which you can spend on any accommodation or adventure activies (or both!) at Mt Barney Lodge? Here is your chance! Follow the below link for more information on how to WIN! MT BARNEY LODGE COMPETITION

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 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 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...