Great Barrier Reef: Going Walkabout on the Water
Hi subbies! Don’t worry that you won’t see me on for calls for a while–I’m on my way to the other side of the world for the vacation of a lifetime with my fiance James! We’ll be gone for just over two weeks, so if you missed talking to me before I logged out this morning, you’ll be able to catch up with me when I get back. 🙂 We’re going on a Scuba diving pilgrimage to the Great Barrier Reef, and will be having a few land-based adventures in the land Down Under while we’re there. This post is all about the Great Barrier Reef portion of our trip.
Scuba Diving on the GBR
The Great Barrier Reef: I’ve been aching to go to this World Heritage listed Natural Wonder for years! Seriously, the hope of diving here one day is what inspired me to become a licensed scuba diver. It stretches across thousands of miles and thousands of reefs, and it’s home to an amazing variety of gorgeous species. It’s also critically threatened by climate change. James and I will be exploring and diving in about 14 different sections of the Ribbon Reefs and Outer Reefs locations over the course of 10 days.
The Outer Reef: Located between the edge of Continental shelf and the abyss, these chains of reefs tend to be the most pristine, with the healthiest ecosystems, the best visibility…and the biggest sea life. Including sharks. Lots of sharks. I’m a little nervous about that since we’re free diving, but they’re mostly reef sharks and apparently harmless to humans unless provoked. The days we spend here are also our best chance to see a few early bird dwarf mink whales and Humpbacks who are migrating a little early, and maybe a tiny bit of coral spawning.
The Ribbon Reefs: Located in shallower waters, these chains of reefs are the ones most vulnerable to climate change. Many of them have already started showing signs of coral bleaching and death. Our trip takes us to the ones not as affected, but the Ribbon Reefs are living on borrowed time unless conversation efforts are successful.
More Details on My Australian Adventures are Coming Soon!
I’ll be sharing more details of our trip itinerary over the coming days–including thrilling adventures white water rafting, rainforest trekking, and hiking through waterfalls several thousand feet above sea level. In the meantime, feel free to check out my tumblr blog if you’d like to feel connected—I’ve queued up some gorgeous pics & naughty free audios for you to enjoy while I’m away. 🙂
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Great Barrier Reef?
That’s beyond belief.
And you’re suitably stunning.
Wow! That looks like a great vacation Miss Lilly! *squirm*
It is troubling that the Great Barrier Reef is in such danger.
N.B. – I have to inform you that this is one of a series of Mistress blog comments I’m having to make, in order to earn a release.
Ms. Lilly, I’m utterly jealous! How wonderful for you to be scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef! Your poor pets will miss you like mad, but I’m sure thoughts of you enjoying yourself while wearing a sexy wet suit will keep them warm!