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WHAT ARE EXPEDITIONS?
Oxford Dictionary : Expedition - a journey or voyage for a particular purpose especially exploration
Expeditions will spend considerable time travelling off-track through the deserts retracing the routes taken by our explorers in the 19th century. History is the major focus of these trips. Expeditions are opportunities to explore country few people will ever see.
Facilities may be limited to the extent that fuel and water drops are required during the trips. A travel average off-track of about 40kms a day is normal. Vehicles must comply with several preparation requirements such as; fuel & water volumes, tyres & tyre repair gear and vehicle spares.
If you're interested in an expedition; preparation advice, trip reports and all manner of information will be made available.
** Please note : we require order forms & deposits returned by the end of January **
** Please note -: Final itineraries are dependent on permit approvals **
JOHN FORREST - 1874 EXPEDITION
Expedition – April 1874 to September 1874
John Forrest and his brother Alexander were both Western Australian born. They grew up on a farm so were capable horseman and bushman from an early age. Both men became surveyors, John showed considerable aptitude and under the guiding hand of Surveyor General Roe was given greater responsibilities. In 1869 & 1870 John led expeditions into unexplored country adding considerably to the Colonies knowledge.
The arid interior was the next challenge. John was given leadership of a major expedition to cross the central deserts west to east. The small party left Geraldton in April 1874. Tracing the Murchison River the expedition entered the desert and pushed to the east going from one waterhole to the next. Numerous times they were held up while searching for water. Eventually they broke through to Giles’ Warburton Ranges. From that point they had known waters ahead thanks to Gosse’ 1873 chart John carried. However the year was dry and water was still hard to find. Several of the horse had to be left behind as the terrible conditions continued. In September John led his men onto the Overland Telegraph Line and comparative safety.
John Forrest was a mighty man, in later years he entered politics and was Premier of W.A. for many years. During that period he was instrumental in the expansion of W.A. Forrest went on to become a member of the Federation Parliament as member for Swan, a position he held until his death. He held continuous offices through seven Federal Ministries for the next 18 years, which included Treasurer for five years. The climax of his career was as Acting Prime Minister for four months in 1907. John Forrest was the first native Australian to be knighted for his efforts.
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