We wake up in beautiful Hunter Valley, surrounded by the Blue Mountains and head off for a hearty breakfast. We pack up and say goodbye to our fabulous abode. We’re heading to Sydney today, but are first heading to the Hunter Valley Zoo. A local had told us (at one of the wineries- Hannah is pointing out over my shoulder) that you could get close to and feed the animals there. We’re thinking that isn’t the case at the Sydney Zoo, so off we go.
The closer we get to the zoo, the more rural our surroundings. The pavement turns into a dirt road and the bridge we cross is one lane only. We almost pass the Zoo. You can see why by the photos! It may be a bit backwoods, but the Hunter Valley Zoo ends up being just what we had in mind. There are peacocks running free, along with a few roosters and other unnamed birds. We get to see a wombat up close, monkeys, dingo, wallaby, and goats. There are numerous creepy reptiles that give us all the willies. Unfortunately, we can’t read half of the posted signs because they’ve been smeared by the elements. Who cares- we get to go in with the kangaroos! They’re very approachable and docile. What a treat to be so close to them. We get up close and pet Lil’ Joe the Koala Bear. He’s snoozing in the tree without a care. His fur is unbelievably soft and he’s even cuter than the pictures you always see. Tatum is thinking of her friend Kamryn when she pets him. The zoo is a hit!
The rain is a distant memory, as the Blue Mountains are being kissed by a brilliant blue sky. Two days ago we were wearing sweaters and today we’re in shorts and T-shirts. Now that we’ve been properly educated on local viticulture, it is time for the sights and sounds of Sydney.
The closer we get to the zoo, the more rural our surroundings. The pavement turns into a dirt road and the bridge we cross is one lane only. We almost pass the Zoo. You can see why by the photos! It may be a bit backwoods, but the Hunter Valley Zoo ends up being just what we had in mind. There are peacocks running free, along with a few roosters and other unnamed birds. We get to see a wombat up close, monkeys, dingo, wallaby, and goats. There are numerous creepy reptiles that give us all the willies. Unfortunately, we can’t read half of the posted signs because they’ve been smeared by the elements. Who cares- we get to go in with the kangaroos! They’re very approachable and docile. What a treat to be so close to them. We get up close and pet Lil’ Joe the Koala Bear. He’s snoozing in the tree without a care. His fur is unbelievably soft and he’s even cuter than the pictures you always see. Tatum is thinking of her friend Kamryn when she pets him. The zoo is a hit!
The rain is a distant memory, as the Blue Mountains are being kissed by a brilliant blue sky. Two days ago we were wearing sweaters and today we’re in shorts and T-shirts. Now that we’ve been properly educated on local viticulture, it is time for the sights and sounds of Sydney.
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WOW! How cool! Hey Jocelyn, it's Kim M. What a fantastic time you are having with the girls. I take it the little boys are at home? What special memories you are creating! I'm having fun vicariously visiting Australia through your blog!
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