Blanket Bay Campsite was number one for me 35 years ago even though it did not have quite as many amenities as is does now. Solo in a hired camper I set up with few people around. It was all so magical I tried to extend my time just to stay a bit longer. I've been back several times with my own van and it is just as beguiling now. Thank you for making such an informative and fun video. Blessings and happy days.
Oh wow Jude. Thanks so much for taking the time to share such a lovely memory with us. It sounds like Blanket Bay holds a very special spot in your heart. We're glad to have you along for this video 😊
Hi Victoria! Thanks for your kind words - it really means a lot. And thanks, we're trying our best 😅 We just feel so lucky to have such a great little gal!
Just found your channel, looks pretty good. Nora is adorable. I live in Melbourne and never heard of this campsite. According to the website caravans are not recommended, do you think a tiny one would fit? its basically the size of your van I reckon.
Thanks so much for the kind words Michelle. We're very appreciative. Judging by your comments, it looks like you've watched a lot of our videos 😊 Yeah, I'm pretty sure you'd be totally fine with a caravan - especially a smaller one. There was a mum and a couple of kids setting one up as we were leaving, now that I'm thinking about it. Most of the sites are big enough to park the caravan and still have room to park the car. You should definitely go!
The reason why there is so many empty campsites is because the Victorian Gov made camping at these sites free over Dec/Jan so loads of people booked the sites but didn't cancel and didn't show up. .....I didn't book one of these sites but I did book a completely different site in Late January and needed to cancel and it is not a SIMPLE process.There are free camps that I like but if I told U then everyone would go there. I lived for a few years by the water and the crowds can be crazy in many places so heading to the cool mountains is a big thing for me. There is a free camp in the mountains and U have to go on a well graded dirt track to get there but U have to drive a bit so I thought there wouldn't be many people there and when I got there there was A LOT of tents and campers......Look at The Mansfield area as many spots are near clear rivers for a swim. Also Wiki camps is awesome.
Thanks for your insights Karen. Yep, totally agree. It should be easy. Imagine if they sent a text message where you could reply Y or N to confirm your site a few days before your arrival. Haha, totally fair - keep your favourites close to your chest! And yep, wikicamps is great - we even find searching for 'free camping' on Google maps has been pretty great. Happy traveling mate!
@@mathmasters842 ohhh! That's a great recommendation 😊 Yeah, we stayed there a couple of years ago in our old van. So good! Might have to revisit soon. Thanks for the inspo!
@@Branchingout-tnr Thanks for the video, I planned to go blanket bay this Christmas, but did not go due to lack of bathing and washroom facilities. Now I feel bad for not going after watching your video. 😁😁😁. Instead went to Wilson prom as a day trip. btw it was also great. Never could not get enough of Tidal river
@@mathmasters842 oh, that's so great to hear mate. Thanks for the kind words - it really means a lot. Righto, you've convinced us, we'll keep making them haha. Sounds like you've got your next day trip sorted then 😊👍 And yep, you've talked Tam and I into heading towards Wilson's Prom again!
Yep, my dad's totally the same. The sand, the salt, the wind 😅 We spent some time around the Little Desert area in VIC and that was pretty cool. How about the mountains?
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Blanket Bay Campsite was number one for me 35 years ago even though it did not have quite as many amenities as is does now.
Solo in a hired camper I set up with few people around. It was all so magical I tried to extend my time just to stay a bit longer.
I've been back several times with my own van and it is just as beguiling now.
Thank you for making such an informative and fun video. Blessings and happy days.
Oh wow Jude. Thanks so much for taking the time to share such a lovely memory with us. It sounds like Blanket Bay holds a very special spot in your heart. We're glad to have you along for this video 😊
Omg just noticed your views have gone up heaps - well done!! Cant believe there is an official GOW place in Vic :)
Yeah, I think TH-cam is just testing us out a little; trying to figure out who our audience is. I'm appreciative! You'll have to visit the GOW!
Just found you guys. Really enjoying your videos. What great parents you both are , lucky little Nora 💕
Hi Victoria! Thanks for your kind words - it really means a lot. And thanks, we're trying our best 😅 We just feel so lucky to have such a great little gal!
Your certainly finding some wonderful places xx
We're certainly trying. Hey, we hope you had a wonderful Christmas!
Love it with the TH-cam algorithm delivers 🤙🤙
@@task82 oh, mate, thanks for the positive vibes. Totally appreciate you 👌
I remember when you guys taught at my school Mr Gow was my teacher and Miss branch was my brothers.
@@spicy_jr14 great to see you've found us on here 🤣 We hope you're loving the vids!
Just found your channel, looks pretty good. Nora is adorable. I live in Melbourne and never heard of this campsite. According to the website caravans are not recommended, do you think a tiny one would fit? its basically the size of your van I reckon.
Thanks so much for the kind words Michelle. We're very appreciative. Judging by your comments, it looks like you've watched a lot of our videos 😊
Yeah, I'm pretty sure you'd be totally fine with a caravan - especially a smaller one. There was a mum and a couple of kids setting one up as we were leaving, now that I'm thinking about it. Most of the sites are big enough to park the caravan and still have room to park the car. You should definitely go!
The reason why there is so many empty campsites is because the Victorian Gov made camping at these sites free over Dec/Jan so loads of people booked the sites but didn't cancel and didn't show up. .....I didn't book one of these sites but I did book a completely different site in Late January and needed to cancel and it is not a SIMPLE process.There are free camps that I like but if I told U then everyone would go there. I lived for a few years by the water and the crowds can be crazy in many places so heading to the cool mountains is a big thing for me. There is a free camp in the mountains and U have to go on a well graded dirt track to get there but U have to drive a bit so I thought there wouldn't be many people there and when I got there there was A LOT of tents and campers......Look at The Mansfield area as many spots are near clear rivers for a swim. Also Wiki camps is awesome.
Thanks for your insights Karen. Yep, totally agree. It should be easy. Imagine if they sent a text message where you could reply Y or N to confirm your site a few days before your arrival. Haha, totally fair - keep your favourites close to your chest! And yep, wikicamps is great - we even find searching for 'free camping' on Google maps has been pretty great. Happy traveling mate!
Hi just found you guy's love your videos ill be back❤
Oh, thanks so much for the kind words Sharlene - and yes, we'd love to have you along!
have you camped at wilsons prom?
@@mathmasters842 ohhh! That's a great recommendation 😊 Yeah, we stayed there a couple of years ago in our old van. So good! Might have to revisit soon. Thanks for the inspo!
@@Branchingout-tnr Thanks for the video, I planned to go blanket bay this Christmas, but did not go due to lack of bathing and washroom facilities. Now I feel bad for not going after watching your video. 😁😁😁. Instead went to Wilson prom as a day trip. btw it was also great. Never could not get enough of Tidal river
yours video is the best one I saw about blanket bay, very informative. Thanks again and please keep creating these amazing contents
@@mathmasters842 oh, that's so great to hear mate. Thanks for the kind words - it really means a lot. Righto, you've convinced us, we'll keep making them haha.
Sounds like you've got your next day trip sorted then 😊👍 And yep, you've talked Tam and I into heading towards Wilson's Prom again!
Depends what one enjoys, personally I hate the beach, , the desert is my perfect place
Yep, my dad's totally the same. The sand, the salt, the wind 😅 We spent some time around the Little Desert area in VIC and that was pretty cool. How about the mountains?
I do prefer warmer to hot weather too,it has to be really hot for me to really enjoy the beach.