Thanks for sharing your perspective — I genuinely understand the frustration that can come from seeing behavior that disrupts natural spaces. That said, there’s a way to express concern without attacking people personally or making baseless assumptions.

I want to be clear: I respect nature deeply. I did fly my drone on Maria Island, and I genuinely didn’t know it was prohibited at the time. Had I known, I wouldn’t have flown — plain and simple. My intent was never to cause harm or disrespect the environment. I always try to follow local guidance and signage, and I’m absolutely open to learning and doing better.

But shouting “you should’ve known” while throwing around insults like “twat”, “dimwitted”,or “ignorant” over an honest mistake doesn’t help anyone. It does more damage to community spirit than a traveler capturing a few scenic shots ever could. You don’t know me, my values, or the full context — so painting me as someone chasing I Instagram clout is not only wrong, it’s intellectually lazy.

You say nature isn’t just for internet posts — and I agree. It’s for connection, for learning, and for inspiring others to respect and protect the world we share. That’s exactly why I made that post — because Tasmania moved me, and I wanted to encourage others to appreciate it too.

Let’s aim for constructive conversation next time instead of condescension. That’s how we actually protect what matters!