M&G !!! 21 - 23 NOV at BP Dam !!!

[craigie]

Hi Crew,

The last 'Meet and Greet' for the year has now been finalised.
It's set down for the 21st to the 23rd of November out at Bjelke-Petersen Dam (10 min drive from Murgon, 3 hr drive from Wynnum).

Some of us will be up there early on the Friday to set up camp and claim the prime real estste for this Ausfish Shindig.

At this stage 'Sav' and myself have worked a few things out (Tarps, tent posts, prime fishing dates ) but any help or suggestions would be welcome. Still trying to figure out how to get a B-B-Q up there .

The camp site is located at Yallakool Tourist Park which sits on the northern end of the Dam (I think ???). Contact phone number for Yallakool is 41684746. Cabin Accom is available for those that are scared of the bugs but you may need to book early to secure one of these.

Remember Stock Impoundment Permits apply to this location and they are available on site.

Will post more information as it comes to hand.

It would be great to see a huge roll-up for this M&G, you won't be disappointed, the location is excellent and at times the fishings world class . Be carefull, if the fishing is as good as it has been (Oct to Jan) like previous years, you will become a convert to the fresh !!

Cheers
Craigie.

[gruntahunter]

BP dam? Only electric outboards or is petrol ok?
Are the ramps alright for launching boats with 2 wheel drives?

Maybe my soft plastics might catch a fish up there.

[stevo]

It was OK for outboards last time i fished there. the cabins are quite good to stay in as well. so should be a great place to finnish the year off [smiley=thumbsup.gif] [smiley=thumbsup.gif]

steve

[Lucky_Phill]

I'll be there with family as a cabin thingie sounds good.

Now for some Skiing, swiming, fishing, drinking, that'll be one busy weekend.....might have to go up Friday to check the coldness of the beer ?

Have invited others, with families etc. As long as we can get away from the family and have a good chat ( read drink ) at night round a fire, maybe not a fire........just a fluro or sit by the light of Brett's beaming smile from donging a 10lb Yella !

Yes craig, we'll be there. Let's show some support for the last M & G of zero three. ( shoot that sorts ryhmes ), now don't get me started ???

costs for the stay are as follows, well I won't post them, just the link. makes it easier for all.

www.murgon.qld.gov.au and follow the prompts to Bjelke-Petersen Dam. The accom prices are in a PFD file and only one page long.

And bugger me Peter,,,,,,,,pets ARE allowed !

Phill

[peterbo3]

Yes, Eva & I plus the Afghan Hound will be there.

[sav]

Did I see Skiing in your post Phil, I think we'll send you down to the timber at the end of the dam so you don't scare the fish.
Will be a great M&G location, even if it is fresh water. Bring those deep diver lures. I've seen 55cm + yellas pulled out of BP. Make sure you get Webby there, we need to set him right after the Cressy trip.
I think the camp fire will be out at this stage but with a bit of rain (here on Wednesday they tell me) who knows.
And Craigie - should have a small BBQ - as long as we are all patient should all be fed by midnight.
More later.
Regards
Sav

[craigie]

No worries about the Ramps Grunter, Good cement ramps that suit your 2 wheel drive family saloon.

The water level in the dam has dropped quite a bit since my last visit (New year 2003) but I have not been told of any difficulties with launching and retrieving boats.

Cheers Craig

[bugman]

So electrics and outboards are allowed ... what about jets

I'm in and will see if the better half will grace me with her presence as well. I think we'll pitch a tent if there's just the two of us. (Given the drunken lout(s) will probably not be around the campfire this time.

Are there any rangers at BP Dam?????

Craigie I'll get onto Luc and grab some more of the vipers before the weekend. Should come in handy.

Everytime I take Leanne freshwater fishing with me she always catches the biggest fish. Maybe I should leave her at home.

Can't wait.

Bugman

[michael_Brewer]

sorry but could someone please copy and paste the prices from the file, I can't seem to find them. And I have never been to an M&G, is all welcome or am I likely to feel outkast because I haven't met any of you in person. I'm, sixteen yrs old with a 3.7 m tinnie and happy to take others out. I would probably come up with my dad and step mum in our world war 2 jeep hehehehe for the camping and fishing side.
tight lines
michael

[Lucky_Phill]

bugger, all cabins are booked out for that weekend.

big suggestion, BOOK NOW for your camp site.

I will post prices after 5pm today. and ph nos.

Phill

[imported_admin]

Will not be able to get to this one.

Wedding Anniversary and Birthday on the 23rd.

Have fun.

[craigie]

That's a shame Steve, I'm sure you would have had a wild time !! No "Rangers" this time around

What's going on Phill ??? Cabins are all booked out
It's not School holidays, there are no Bass Pro etc Fishing Comps, sounds like the "Grey Nomads" have found our slice of heaven.

I'll ring tomorrow to book some Camping space.

Cheers
Craig.

[Lucky_Phill]

C:\eudora\attach\Yallakool Price List 2003.doc
YALLAKOOL TOURIST PARK
BJELKE-PETERSEN DAM
Managers - Allan and Elaine Walters
Ph 07 4168 4746/0427 101 357
Email: yallakooltp@burnett.net.au Web Site: www.murgon.qld.gov.au
FISHING, SAILING, SWIMMING, BOATING, SKIING
TENNIS COURTS, PICNIC FACILITIES AND SALT WATER POOL
Caravan and Camping Area
Powered Sites - per night – 2 persons $17.60 per night
- plus each additional person $4.40 per night
(children under 5 years – no charge)
Unpowered Sites - per night – 2 persons $13.20 per night
- plus each additional person $4.40 per night
(children under 5 years - no charge)
Ensuite Powered Sites
Ensuite Site – 2 persons $24.20 per night 1 night only
Ensuite Site – 2 persons > 1 night $20.90 per night > 1 night
Ensuite Site – 2 persons > 28 nights $17.60 per night > 28 nights
- plus each additional person $4.95 per night/person
Accommodation
ALL ACCOMMODATION HAS NO PILLOWS, BLANKETS OR LINEN PROVIDED
Self-contained Cabins (9 – with TV – sleep 5 – 1 d/bed + triple bunks
Low Season - per night – 2 persons $55.00 per night
- + each addnl person $5.50 per night
- per week $330.00 per week
High Season - per night - 2 persons $60.50 per night
- + each addnl person $5.50 per night
- per week $363.00 per week
3 Bedroom House - per night $60.50 per night
(sleeps 6) - per week $363.00 per week
2 Bedroom Cottage - per night $33.00 per night
(sleeps 4) - or per week $231.00 per week
2 B/rm Cottages 1&2 (sleep 4)
- per night - 2 persons $46.20 /2 person night
- + each addnl person $4.95 + extras/night
- per week $277.20 /2 person week + extras/night
Bunkhouses
18 rooms each containing two double bunks (sleeps 4)
Total
Adults - per night $10.45 person night
Children under 16 $6.05 person night
Special Rate for School Camps
- Supervising Teachers No charge
- Primary Students $4.95 person night
- High School Students $5.50 person night
A camp kitchen is available for persons using bunkhouses at no extra charge. This consists of 1 cooking area with stoves,
sinks and a fridge and dining room. (There are no cooking or eating utensils provided).
(Prices as from 1st February 2003)
PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE- ALL PRICES INCLUDE GST
Fishing Charters Available
By Professional Guide.
Full Range Of All Fishing Tackle
KIOSK WITH SIT DOWN OR TAKEAWAY MEALS
AND PARTY ICE
TENNIS COURT HIRE
Not staying in park
Daily $2.75 per hour
Nightly $5.50 per hour
If staying in park
- No Charge
HIRE BOATS
3 X 12' boats with 4 HP motors at Kiosk
(no boat licence required)
Phone: 07 41684811
PO BOX 40 MURGON QLD 4605
PETS WELCOME – BOOKINGS ESSENTIAL

[Lucky_Phill]

To make this simplier, camp site is $13.20 for 2/ nite

powered camp site is $17.60 for 2/nite

powered site with ensuite is $24.20 for 2 / nite but if you stay more than one night it's $20.90 / nite

And basically it's about $5 per extra person / nite on your site. So it may pay to get together with others.

Finding out more info tomorrow.

Phill

[Lucky_Phill]

So Craigie or Sav will post more info. No need for everyone to book campsites, the boys will let youz know what's doin.

I will be taking the big bbq for all cooking.

keep an eye here for those details.

Phill