Noosa National Park - Night 38

After staying in last night we awoke refreshed and ready to do some hiking in Noosa National Park. Located on a large head that sticks into the sea, the park promised great views and, from what we had heard on the street, a chance at seeing koalas in the wild. Only the boys were up for this adventure (with the exception of Sabine who met us at the park); the girls took to the street for a shopping spree.

The park delivered the promised views;

Noosa National Park

however, the koalas proved elusive. It was a satisfying 5 to 6 mile hike through the jungle, not too difficult, but not exactly wheelchair accessible either. With the questionable weather looming, it was a good change of pace from lying on the beach and frolicking in the surf.

The evening consisted of leftovers, some wine and a card game. Around 10 we hit up the main bars in town (Irish Murphy’s, Koala’s, and the Reef), which at this point have all worn a bit thin on us and we were home by 1:30.

What I Learned Today: My diminishing rate of return from partying is beginning to reach a critical level. Translation: I think I am finally growing up – a process which is not, as some think, the end of fun, but rather a transition to elevated enjoyment in whatever form an individual chooses to pursue.

written by

exumenius on November 17, 2007 from Noosa Heads, Australia

from the travel blog: Kiwis and Kangaroos

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It's funny you mention the bit about partying and diminishing returns...I have found myself thinking the very same thing when preparing to head out to downtown Appleton or Oshkosh. Although I firmly believe it has a lot to do with your company and whether you have a reason to go out or you're doing it just because that's what you do on a Friday or Saturday night! It's interesting to see how our preferences and ideals change over the years of our lives.

Cheers, (ironically)
Josh

written by Josh Jackl on November 23, 2007

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