Prospecting Trip Checklist:

  • A dual battery system on your vehicle
  • Minimum of two spare tyres and a tyre repair Kit
  • A 12V DC air compressor
  • A vehicle mounted two way radio and a hand-held radio as well
  • Well stocked First Aid Kit
  • At least one GPS, preferably two
  • An emergency beacon (EPIRB) or a satellite phone as a minimum
  • A navigation system or hard-copy maps as a minimum
  • 12V DC sockets hooked up to your vehicle for charging mobile phones and accessories
  • 12V DC Inverter (minimum 200W)
  • At least 2 x 20LT Jerry's of Fuel however fuel is available at Palmerville Station. 

 

Tools to Pack:

  • A basic tool set
  • An axe, a shovel and a crow bar
  • A generator with a 12V DC car battery charger
  • A 240V car battery charger
  • A 240V extension leads and a power boards
  • At least one good tarpaulin and some good sturdy rope
  • A rechargeable torch
  • A good penknife or a multi-tool
  • A headlamp
  • 12V DC Lighting
  • At least one solar panel minimum 180 Watts
  • Plenty of matches and lighters
  • A 12V DC fridge
  • Butane gas stove
  • Basic kitchen ware for food prep and eating ( inc. pots, Billy's and cooking pans)
  • A small camping table and a fold up chair
  • A minimum of two weeks worth of food
  • Insect repellent is a must
  • Fly face nets are a good option
  • Both hot and cold weather clothing
  • Sunscreen
  • At least two sleeping bags and an extra blanket.

In the case of an Emergency:

  • We communicate with the RFDS and a stocked First Aid Kit is onsite. Our staff have training in First Aid.
  • Palmerville Station has a fully operational Satellite phone.
  • It is also recommended that you carry your own personal safety and tracking devices too.
  • Please remember your snake bite kit and plenty of water.

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