The fishing is on the upswing, so locals, travellers and tourists are getting out the rods n reels. Folks have been catching some good barra keepers (55cm t0 80cm), catfish and even a stingray!
Hot weather=Barramundi!
October 21st, 2009 by Alida Woodland | Click to leave a comment »Life around Diggers Rest Station
September 19th, 2009 by Alida Woodland | Click to leave a comment »Wyndham Cup Day, August 15th, 2009
August 12th, 2009 by Alida Woodland | Click to leave a comment »Stay on for live band performances including Dr. Elephant, all held trackside for the ‘Wyndham Race Ball’.
Wyndham Race Meeting, Sunday, August 9th
August 8th, 2009 by Alida Woodland | Click to leave a comment »Enjoy a day out at the Wyndham Race Track. Situated on the edge of the King River salt pans, with the Cockburn Ranges in view, the Wyndham turf club offers a unique racing day experience.
First race starts around 1pm.
Overnight Horse Trek from Diggers Rest Station to Cockburn Creek
July 2nd, 2009 by Alida Woodland | Click to leave a comment »Join us for two days of exhilarating horse riding through the wonderful East Kimberley from Digger’s Rest Station. After spending Friday night at the station, we ride out and spend Saturday night camping out at Cockburn Creek, returning on Sunday afternoon.
All gear is provided, including meals, saddlery, helmets and swags. Price includes complimentary accommodation at the station on Friday July 10th with dinner, and, if required, accommodation and dinner on Sunday July 12th, with breakfast Monday morning.
Cost per person is $660
Bookings essential
BYO alcohol
This ride is for experienced riders only (beginner riders are catered for from the station on request).
Full Moon Ride and Dine
July 2nd, 2009 by Alida Woodland | Click to leave a comment »Wednesday, July 8th 2009
Full Moon Rising – Sun Setting - Relaxing Horse Ride – Delicious Meal
Join us for a relaxing horse ride in the cool of the afternoon as we wind along the valley from Digger’s Rest Station. At our dinner site, we take in a majestic view of the Cockburn Range, unsaddle the horses and let them go.
We’ll serve refreshments while you enjoy the rare view of a rising full moon over the Erskine Range as the suns sets behind the Cockburn Range. If you would rather not ride, you are most welcome to join us for refreshments and a sumptuous camp oven cooked meal.
After dinner, we’ll transport you back to the homestead where you can choose from a range of accommodation types.
Ride and Dine $130pp
Dine only $30pp
Bookings essential
BYO alcohol
Kimberley Horse Trekking in July
April 27th, 2009 by Alida Woodland | 3 Comments - click to view »We then ride up into Speewah Valley for a bit of exploring. We need four more people to make the ride possible, so let us know if you’re interested!
Camp Cooking Kimberley Style
April 27th, 2009 by Alida Woodland | 1 Comment - click to view »Our horses enjoy a good hearty breakfast too.
New July/August horse trekking schedule
March 23rd, 2009 by Alida Woodland | 2 Comments - click to view »We have changed our schedule around a bit to offer a seven day trek at the end of July, from July 26th through August 1st. The trek will begin from Wuggubun Community and head down the Bedford Stock Route into Speewah Valley. This country has spectacular scenery with the sandstone Saw Ranges in view along the way. Numerous fresh water springs flow out of the Saw Ranges, offering many anopportunity for a ’saltie’ free swim. July’s a beautiful time of year in the Kimberley!

Morning at Wuggubun
Kicking back in camp on our horse treks
March 16th, 2009 by Alida Woodland | Click to leave a comment »
Night camp on Dead Horse Creek
Join us on our horse treks and learn how to relax Kimberley style. We set up camp in some beautiful spots, with plenty of basic comforts, even if we are out in the bush. Our camps are set up near water holes, with a camp fire circled by chairs, and the horses’ night yard is always close by.

lunch break at Goose Hill Creek





























