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Walks Program July to September 2022
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August 2022 |
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July 2022 |
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Sat July 2 |
G2 |
Belmont South and Wangi Point Distance: about 10km. Walk the Lake, one side then the other. Some urban walking around the lake to Belmont Baths then a Ferry to Wangi for a walk along Wangi Point and return. Cost of ferry $26.00 return. Meet at Belmont South boat ramp 0n the corner of Paley Crescent and Ethal St, Belmont South. Book with: Michael
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G5 |
Off Track Exploratory Walk - Canada Drop Down Creek Off track exploratory creek walk returning via ridge top. Map: Wyong Book: Greg |
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Wed July 6 |
G3
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Murray’s Beach to Pinney’s Beach & return. Meet at 9.30am on left open area before Murray’s Beach Cafe/ Restaurant. Book with: Lenora
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk. For details contact: Greg |
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Sat July 9 |
G3/4 |
Samuri Beach Sand Dunes to Birubi Point Coastal Walk Approx dist 14km with 50m asc/descent This short walk showcases everything that the Port Stephens coastline offers the walker. Sandhills, beaches, rocks, bush tracks and whale spotting. There are some sections with uneven surfaces and no track. Easy rock scrambling required and a short rock platform to be negotiated at low tide and one steep sandhill to climb. Meet at the Junction of Gan Gan Road and the Big Rocky Access Trail at 9.30 am. Cars can be parked in Big Rocky Access Trail. A short car shuffle to Birubi Beach Carpark will be required. Book with: Brian
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk. For details contact: Greg |
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Sun July 10 |
Bike |
Ride Tuggerah Lake Distance: Approx: 55k |
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Abseil |
Rope Day - Beginner Training Continued (Day 3). Mt Ettalong area. Book: Merrilee
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Wed July 13 |
G3 |
Danny’s Point - Watagan National Park Distance: Approx. 8km Map: Morisset A lovely Watagan forest walk crossing Reedy Creek on old fire trail and track to Carrolls Rd. Book: Christine
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk. For details contact: Greg
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Sat July 16 |
G3 |
Wondabyne and Kariong Brook Falls Distance: 12Km Ascent/descent: 200m. Start from Staples Lookout and head down to Kariong Brook Falls then on to Mt Wondabyne. The return journey will be similar to avoid going out onto the main road Book: David
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk. contact: Greg
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Sun July 17 |
Kayak |
Paddle Stoney Creek, Edmunds Bay and LT Creek. Approx 15 km. Map: Wallsend and Swansea Spare single and double kayaks available. Contact: Margaret & Bill
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Wed July 20 |
G2/3 |
Tanilba Bay to Lemon Tree Passage Distance: 11 km A scenic track walk along foreshore, boardwalks, rock platforms at low tide and some streets. Walk through Tilligerry Habitat, a beautifully restored sand mining site. Map: Street Directory Book: Jenny
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G4 |
Devils Rock, Burrgurra. Sacred aboriginal site and rock engravings in the Yango National Park. Steep climb to top of hill. Map: Wollombi. Book: Merrilee
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Thurs July 21 |
Kayak |
Kayak Day - South Western Lake Macquarie Distance: approx.10 km Map: Swansea Before lunch Kayak from Bardens Bay, Sugar Bay, Sunshine, Silverwater, Balcolyn, Shingle Splitters. After lunch explore Bonnells Bay and entrance into Dora Creek, Return home. Lead by Marilyn assisted by David
Drive down long concrete driveway and can park on waterfront Book: Marilyn
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Meeting |
Club Meeting Teralba Bowling Club 7.30 pm Details Marg Dinner available beforehand at 6 pm in the Bistro.
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Frid July 22 |
Abseil |
Rope Day - Beginner Training Continued (Day 3). Mt Ettalong. Book: Merrilee
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Sat July 23
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G3 |
Catherine Hill Bay, Mooney Beach and Mining Remnants Distance: up to 14 km Ascending and descending over some slippery eroded sections, overgrown in parts, rock platforms, long beach and cave entry at the end of Ghosties Beach if possible. Explore my new home area, passing our coffee van cafe and ending at the historic pub! Map: Catherine Hill Bay Book: Ruth
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk. For details contact: Greg
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Wed July 27 |
G2/3 |
Watsons Bay to Double Bay Foreshore Walk (Stage 2 of Bondi to Manly Coastal Walk) RESCHEDULED after rain cancellation in April. Distance 11km. This walk follows the foreshore between these two bays and provides stunning views of Sydney Harbour, sheltered beaches and remnant bushland in Sydney Harbour National Park and houses of the very rich! We will walk on foreshore tracks and paths, streets and beaches - less arduous than Stage 1. Maps: www/bonditomanlywalk.com/track-notes-printable-maps. Select Diamond Bay Reserve to Bottle and Glass Point AND Bottle and Glass Point to Double Bay. Meet: Morisset Station for 7:30am train to Sydney (second last carriage upper deck for those travelling from other stations). Book: Harwood
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk Toobys Creek Off track exploratory creek walk returning via ridge top. Map: Wyong Book: Greg
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Thurs July 28 |
Bike |
Cycle Tour de Bay Coastline Distance: Approximately 50km, 250 metres ascent A very pretty ride around the cycleways on the coastline from Nelson Bay to Soldiers Point. Plenty of spots to stop and take in the view.
Book: Brian
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Sat July 30 |
G3 |
Exploring the Hunter Coalfields and Railways About 15 km Map: Cessnock 9132-2n. Book: Margaret
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk For details contact: Greg
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Wed Aug 3 |
G2 |
Maitland Heritage Walk Map: Maitland town map from tourist information. An exploration of Maitland's historic buildings and fine examples of Victorian architecture, including Lorn if time permits. Book: Laura
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G5 |
Dubbo Gully Exploratory. Elevation 200m, distance < 10km. Map Mangrove 9131-3n Explore a new creek in the Dubbo Gully area. Book: David
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Sat Aug 6 |
G3 |
Lisarow to Gosford Distance: 12km over 5hrs Map: Gosford Many features to be seen, panoramic views. Train: Newcastle Interchange 6.53am, Fassi 7.17am, Morisset 7.32am change at Wyong 8.05am arrive at Lisarow 8.16am second last carriage upper level. Book: Frank
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk For details contact: Greg
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Sun Aug 7 |
Abseil |
Rope Day Basic abseil standard required. Location TBA depending on weather and tides. Book: Shayne
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Wed Aug 10 |
G2 |
Hunter Region Botanic Gardens Heatherbrae Distance: Approx. 10 km Explore this wonderful 130 ha site on walking trails through the plant collection and natural bushland. There are wetland board walks, rainforest, orchid house, open forest, visitors centre & cafe. Cost: $5 per car Map: Gardens Walking Trails. Book: Jenny
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk Strickland State Forest Mostly off track including Indigenous rock engravings. Maps: Wyong and Gosford. Book: Greg
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Sat Aug 13 |
3 |
Walk Wanted
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk For details contact: Greg
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Sun Aug 14 |
G3 |
Muogamurra Nature Reserve Self Guided Tour. Visit this outstanding Nature Reserve overlooking the Hawkesbury River. Cost: $15pp must book with NPWS. Map: Cowan. Book: Merrilee
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Wed Aug 17
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G3
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Patonga to Pearl Beach Distance: Approx. 10km Lovely views of the Brisbane Water National Park including wildflowers, caves, rock platforms and cascades. Steep climb up and down from Patonga, some scrambling around cascades. on tracks and firetrail. Map: Broken Bay. Book: Christine
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G5 |
Gap Creek Exploratory Walk. North West tributary of Gap Creek. Steep climb down and out. Car shuffle required. Map: Quorrbalong and Morisset. Book: Merrilee
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Thurs Aug 18 |
Meeting |
Club Meeting Teralba Bowling Club 7.30 pm Walks Planning Guest Speaker : TBA. Dinner available beforehand at 6 pm in the Bistro.
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Sat Aug 20
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G3 |
Great West Walk Stage 2. Walking from Toongabbie – a new walk in Western Sydney, reserves and featuring remnant bushland and history. Train to Strathfield and change for Parramatta line. Distance: Approx 15km. Maps: Great West Walk. Book: Margaret
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G5 |
Exploratory Ridge Top Walk - Ten Bob Spur On and off track. Map: Cowan Book: Greg
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Sun Aug 21 |
Abseil |
Rope Day Basic abseil standard required. Location: Dora Pinnacles, Mandalong. Map: 9131-1n Book: Merrilee
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August Mon 22 Tues 23 |
Packwalk |
Royal National Park – Coast Track Otford to Bundeena 2 day packwalk. Maps: Otford and Port Hacking Book: Greg
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Wed Aug 24
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G3
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Glenrock Reserve Map: Wallsend 9232-3s. Walk in coastal bush and historical areas in our local SCA. Book: Sylvia |
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G5 |
Staples Lookout toward Woy Woy Bay. Aboriginal art and wildflowers in the Brisbane Waters National Park. Map: Gosford. Book: Merrilee
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Thurs Aug 25 to Thurs Sept 1 |
Qld Trip |
Townsville and Magnetic Island Itinerary - Thursday 25th August - Fly to Townsville O/N Townsville Friday 26th August - Ferry to Magnetic Island O/N Magnetic Island 5 nights to 30th August. (F.S.S.M.T.) 4 full days of walks & activities; exploring the island Wednesday 31st - Ferry back to Townsville O/N Townsville Thursday 1st September. Fly home. Approx. Basic Costs - Air fares $300 return (make own bookings) O/N Townsville 2 nights $160 twin per night (suggest Grand Chancellor Hotel), Ferry $27 return Magnetic Island 5 nights $700 twin share - suggest Arcadia Village Motel or Magnetic Shores at Arcadia Book: Julie
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Sat Aug 27
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G3 |
Katandra to Rumbalara and Return Distance: 12 km Ascent/descent: 300m Map: Gosford 9131-2s This walk follows the ridgeline from St Johns Lookout to Rumbalara with a few sidetrails - all on track with extensive viewing points plus the bronze sculptures at the turn around point. Good shade. Book: Michael
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk For details contact: Greg
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Wed Aug 31 |
G3 |
Watagan State Forest - Warrawalong Road to Basin Campsite This walk is predominantly follows the GNW from Basin Campsite to Warrawalong Road but in the reverse direction to avoid some long climbs. It passes through some outstanding sections of the Watagans. Involves some steep sections and possible off track walking as well as a 20km car shuffle. Maps: Murrays Run, Morisset. Book: Joanna
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk For details contact: Greg
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September 2022 |
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Activity |
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Sat Sept 3 |
G3 |
Marmong Point Area Map: Wallsend Details coming. Book: Bob
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk For details contact: Greg
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Wed Sept 7
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G2 |
Wildflowers and Views - BWNP (Central Coast) This walk features a wide variety of flowers just off the Patonga Road. It involves a bit of a bush bash through to Elephant Rock (GR 402871) but is all about nature’s flowers, birds, insects, photos and views rather than distance. Map: Broken Bay 9130-1n Book: Ruth
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G4 |
Mount Royal Circuit (6km 5hrs). Map: Carrabolla 91331S Mount Royal 1184m is located one hour drive north of Singleton. It is basically all on track, stunning views on a clear day, with some rock scrambling and a steep descent through open forest back to the cars. For those wanting to do the Mt Carrow circuit the next day we camp at Youngville campground. (Walkers could also do the Pieries Peak, a 1.5 hour return circuit after Mount Royal, from a track that starts from the southern end of Youngville campground.)
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Thurs Sept 8 |
G4 |
Mount Carrow (14km 7hours). Map: Carrabolla 91331S This walk starts at 8am at the Mt Royal carpark. Walk along Youngs road then deviate to the right along a bush track to Mount Carrow, 978m with great views. Then down an old logging track to Carrow Brook and back to Youngville campground. Book: Graeme
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Sat Sept 10 |
G3 |
Greta Coalfields - town and the Hunter River. Map: Greta Book: Margaret
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk contact: Greg
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Sept Sat 10 Sun 11 |
Abseil |
Advanced Canyon Rescue and Single Rope Technique Training. Limited numbers, priority given to abseil leaders and co-leaders. Location TBA. Book: Merrilee
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Wed Sept 14 |
G3 |
Piles Creek to Scopas Peak and return via Girrakool Loop - Brisbane Waters National Park Distance: Approx 11km Map: Gosford. Some steep climbs and descents. Rough and rocky track in places. Lovely views, caves, creek & wildflowers. Book: Christine
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk Wyong Creek Tributaries around McKenzies Road West. A number of waterfalls, may abseil. Map: Morisset. Book: Merrilee
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Thurs Sept 15 |
Meeting |
Club Meeting Teralba Bowling Club 7.30 pm Guest Speaker : TBA. Can come earlier for dinner at 6 pm in Bistro.
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Sat Sept 17
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G2/3 |
Wyrrabalong NP Distance: Approx. 10 kms. Magnificent Angophoras, maybe a great display of Flannel Flowers, Lake views, all on tracks in this N.P. Map: Central Coast Street Directory. Book: Kay
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk For details contact: Greg
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Kayak |
Kayak Special – Mangrove Creek (Programmed to suit the tide) Grade: Flat water Distance: 14 km. Exploring the lower reaches of Mangrove Creek. Starting from Spencer, we will paddle with the tide up Mangrove Creek, Popran Creek and Dinner Creek. Map: Gunderman 9131-3s Book: Trevor
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Wed Sept 21
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G3 |
Royal National Park - Uloola Falls & Karloo Pool via Uloola Trail |
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk For details contact: Greg
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Sat Sept 24
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G3
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Jilliby Conservation Area -Sections 17 (part) and 18 of GNW Distance: 13 km Ascent: 320m Descent: 550m This walk combines two attractive sections of the GNW. Highlights are Dead Horse Creek gully featuring stag horns, rock orchids and bird’s nest ferns scattered amongst moss covered rocks and fallen trees and the Bumble Hill dray track with outstanding under cliff areas and dense moist gullies. Book: Joanna
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk For details contact: Greg
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Sun Sept 25 |
Abseil |
Rope Day. Basic abseil standard required. Location TBA depending on weather and tides. Book: Shayne
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Wed Sept 28 |
G2 |
Redfern and Chippendale (Urban Trails #4) Distance: up to 10km Maps: UBD Street Map A walk through the rapidly changing aboriginal area of Redfern and the micro suburb of Chippendale with its industrial history, arts galleries and ultra-modern development. Much diversity and change in such a small area. Meet: Morisset train station for 8:23am train Book: Harwood
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G5 |
Exploratory Walk For details contact: Greg |