We were pleasantly surprised with the caravan park when we arrived. Not looking forward to being cramped into a park, during school holidays, but to our amazement it was more of a 1950s style camping area. Very little cement, large sites in no particular order, nestled in natural bushland. Have no idea how many were staying there, as it is spread over about 30 acres. Bec, Steve a friend and the 2 kids were already set up in a comfortable, but basic unit, when we arrived on the 10th.
Rosie and Creed have entered into a surf carnival , so spend a lot of time out surfing each day.
Both of them are now quite competent surfers, gaining places in the days leading up to the finals, both were on the winners platform after the final. A great achievement, after competing against others from all over Australia.
Proud parents, and of coarse Grandparents, watched on from the beach, as these youngsters took on the surf and showed their skill. 
A lot of the week was taken up with surfing, but too cold for Chris and I to go in the water, so we spent time walking the beach, or going for drives around the headlands. 
It’s a very pretty area, although I feel it is a very rugged and unforgiving coastline, and always windy. or Windy Always as they say.
Still some bush plants in bloom, so taking photos and collecting shells, kept me occupied.
It was lovely, especially for Chris, to spend time with Rosie and Creed. We played putt putt golf, cards and scrabble, as well as being there for Creeds 12th birthday.
In the evenings we had BBQs together, which the wildlife also joined in on. The kookaburras will take food off your plate if your not careful.
After dark the kangaroos and possums come in and check out the campsites as well. 
On one of our afternoon drives, Chris and I came across this surfboard fence, at Prevelly, which I thought was rather quirky.
The Margaret River area is very popular for its wineries, so lots for the tourists to see and do apart from going to the popular beaches. Very upmarket shops, eateries and homes, around the area. One very popular place is the Chocolate Factory.
Friends from over east were in the area so we all met there for a catch up and of coarse chocolate. I certainly didn’t need dinner that night !! 
Even the birds were getting a sugar fix in the gardens outside.
In all we had a lovely week in Gracetown. Before we knew it the week was over and was time to move on.
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