These two last were volunteers on the occasion, on being assured that we should not stay out many days and that we should carry plenty of provisions.

Baneelon wished to go, but his wife would not permit it.

Colbee on the other hand, would listen to no objections.

He only stipulated (with great care and consideration) that, during his absence, his wife and child should remain at Sydney under our protection, and be supplied with provisions.
But before we set out, let me describe our equipment, and try to convey to those who have rolled along on turnpike roads only, an account of those preparations which are required in traversing the wilderness.

Every man (the governor excepted) carried his own knapsack, which contained provisions for ten days.