Tucked between the bush and the sea, Patonga is the kind of place that gets under your skin. In this episode, we share all the things we love about this quiet coastal village.
The salty breeze off the bay, the crunch of sand underfoot, long lunches by the wharf, and that slow, easy rhythm that makes time feel like it stretches out forever. But even in a place this peaceful, the past lingers just beneath the surface.
Join us as we explore the natural beauty and charm of Patonga and then dive into the darker waters of its history. Because not far from this picture-perfect shoreline, it's waters once gave up a secret it had been holding onto for years: a man strapped to a steel crucifix, known only as Rack Man. In this episode, we unravel the eerie mystery that ties this unsolved murder to the river’s depths, and to the tranquil little town we thought we knew.
Watching our babies grow...
From year to year...
The song Josh wrote about Patonga, and apparently NOT Megan!
Hannah's Song
(Just to be clear, this was in my imagination, not hers!)
Did we mention that we eat pretty well while we are here?
That's always thanks to Scotty, who does a great job of taking care of us. If you love camp cooking head over and follow him on Insta!
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