Winter brings a quiet beauty to Yorta Yorta Country. Cool mornings and drifting river mist settle over the Dhungala (Murray River) as the Barmah Forest enters a slower season. Sea eagles are often seen soaring above the waterways, pelicans gather on the river, cormorants dry their wings along fallen timber, and kingfishers continue to dart through the forest in search of food. As temperatures cool, many birds conserve energy and gather around the rich wetland habitats that make the Barmah Forest one of Australia’s most important ecosystems. The Yamyabuc Trail offers a peaceful opportunity to experience Country during this reflective time of year.