Flinders Ranges: Hidden Secrets - Blinman Pool Alpana Station | Part 4

Flinders Ranges: Hidden Secrets - Blinman Pool Alpana Station- Hey adventurers, welcome to the final episode of our journey through the Flinders. In this episode, we're hiking the beautiful 12km round trip to Blinman Pool. Plus, we'll be comparing the Garmin InReachMini 2 and the Zoleo to see which one can get a SOS signal out in Blinman Gorge. Spoiler alert: I also make friends with an echidna!
But that's not all - we're checking out Alpana Station, which is new territory for me, and tackling their toughest tracks, Mt Samuel and Buggery Gorge. And to cap it all off, we're spending an unforgettable night at the secluded Nugarwutina Hut on Alpana station.
So, let's get this adventure rolling!"
00:00 - Intro
00:44 - Brekky, Mikaelas Rock saying by to Dave
01:31 - Making our way to Anorichina
03:13 - Blinman Pool Walk
04:03 - Garmin Zoleo Emergency Test
09:45 - Echidna Rescue
10:22 - Firewood Stephen Explains his Garmin Watch
11:12 - On our way to Alpana Station
11:53 - Arrival at Alpana, Blnman Lunch getting ready for Mt Samuel Track
13:02 - Mt Samuel Track & Buggery Gorge
18:02 - Angorchina Villa History
18:54 - Alpna and Nugarwutina Hut
24:00 - Sunset Hill Sunset and an interesting Night Drive back to Hut
26:09 - Trying to cook noodles without extra water
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[@funnyeh]

Always interesting & informative, thanks.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Thanks for watching!

[@simonmiles4727]

Really enjoyed watching The Flinders is an amazing place

[@AlloffroadAu]

It really is!

[@trackexplore]

This was an outstanding series, the best I've seen so far on the Flinders Ranges. Very informative and you really show the beauty of it. Thanks for taking us along.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Wow, thanks!

[@GuyRPaxton]

Great stuff Stefan, love the Northern Flinders.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Me too!

[@michaelvilbro7973]

Thanks Stefan, we stayed at @AlpanaStation on our last Flinders trip. Got to see the hut and go for a walk from there to see some ancient indigenous rock art. Will definitely be going back to say enjoy Dave and Sally's hospitality.

[@AlloffroadAu]

we unfortunately didn't have enough time to do the walks around there we will also be back

[@Briansunday-zw8wb]

Great footage with the camera on the front of the car. Gives a good perspective of the terrain.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Thanks 👍

[@robdotcom71]

Fantastic series Stefan....

[@AlloffroadAu]

thank you very much

[@edwright1343]

So inspiring Stefan… thank you!!!

[@AlloffroadAu]

My pleasure!

[@lucasspiros]

unique landscapes as usual exceptional video Stephan👍👏👏

[@AlloffroadAu]

Many thanks!

[@konradfobbe1287]

great tripp...

[@AlloffroadAu]

thank you yes was an awesome trip

[@barbaratimmermans5484]

I just subscribed 🎊 🎉 Love your videos ❤

[@AlloffroadAu]

thank you Barbara

[@turorit]

Thanks mate 👍 Definitely adding this track to my next trip up the flinders.

[@AlloffroadAu]

yes definitely worth it mate

[@1Coolbanana]

Absolutely love your work and fantastic places you take us.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Many thanks!

[@graemetowner7257]

always good content, informative gear reviews and lovely drone shots, thank you.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Much appreciated!

[@AngryTurds]

Great coverage of a great adventure, as usual.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@patroln48]

Your Flinders Ranges episode was great. Are you allowed to cut down trees/branches for firewood on this station? Good on you for assisting the echidna.👍

[@AlloffroadAu]

thank you I'm glad you enjoyed it, yes you can cut firewood at Moolooloo otherwise we would not have done it. I rescued a few Echidna over time but never had one follow me.

[@jedmagoo4943]

Great Episode, Ive always bypassed Alpana stn but next time I'm going to check it out. The Hut looks very relaxing for a couple of days stop over.

[@AlloffroadAu]

yep same here drove past quite a few times but worth a visit I recon.

[@OverlandVagabond]

Hi Stefan - Regarding your test of satellite devices, I'm sure you're aware that having them strapped to the backpack near to your chest may not be the most ideal position. These devices need a clear sky view to connect to satellite(s), and your head or upper body may be of obstruction. This may be the reason you had to wait 10 minutes or so to send the messages, hand-holding them in front of you certainly increases the chances to successfully connect. Else great videos, thanks for that.

[@AlloffroadAu]

Good tip! but I had them lying on a rock in front of me most of the test

[@crispyinasia61]

Thanks again Stefan, as always you give a thorough view of the location and it allows people to make decisions about how the could or not tackle the tracks. Your test in the gorge between the two messaging units certainly brings out some interesting challenges if you had had a fall and were looking for help. Your comment about waiting for a satellite to come into range, had you checked what the movements were for each unit and potentially how long you might have to wait? I suppose what I’m asking is whether for one unit vs the other if this is a relevant scenario or not and the time to wait was plausible in a particular situation? Thanks again. 😁👍🏻

[@AlloffroadAu]

thank you

[@kuducamper9934]

Flinders Ranges is my favourite place in Australia and I've never been there.

[@AlloffroadAu]

well worth a visit mate

[@terrydactyl7708]

Really enjoyed all this Flinders stuff Stefan. If you could recommend 1 track in terms of being most scenic/enjoyable, what would it be?

[@AlloffroadAu]

that is hard I don't think I could say as they all have their different appeals. Merna Mora has some stunning tracks in front of the Pound so I definitely rate them very high.

[@terrydactyl7708]

After watching your series, I had the same opinion @@AlloffroadAu specifically the heritage track. Looks stunning

[@bazza2540]

I reckon that Smarttek, it has an internal battery like a button battery or something that may have gone flat. It powers the led and ignition

[@AlloffroadAu]

not sure what you referring to??

[@bazza2540]

Sorry man the hot water system that wasnt working @@AlloffroadAu

[@AlloffroadAu]

ah sorry yes, yea supposedly worked for the group after us not sure what we didn't get

[@bazza2540]

haha always the way!

[@SwampySi]

How's the Jeep going? planning any more videos with it?

[@AlloffroadAu]

sold but Hilux is ready now and videos coming soon