CANBERRA BUSH WALKING CLUB INC NEWSLETTER

GPO Box 160, Canberra ACT 2601

VOLUME 31 JANUARY 1995 NUMBER I

This barbecue again replaces the normal monthly meeting.

We'll. meet under the huge Casuarinas at Uriarra Crossing - East side.

Follow the mad to Uriarra Crossing but turn off to the left before you reach the Crossing. Look for Club signs but if they're not in evidence, JANUAFZV FAREECILIE just look around ti/I you find us. WJ44Iaap1 f,tnøs 4 tI4Lat4iat C4e44.1 Wood fuelled barbecues are available and the temperature should be good for swimming.

Bring your own everything - plates, cutlery, food drink, and swimming costume.

K For further information phone ia A1 Maurice Wicks on 258 8880 (hi.

PRESIDENT'S PRATFLE

A HAPPY 1995 to all our members and theft families. Now is the time for those resolutions! Like leading your first, fifth or umpteenth walk, like adopting an area of park near you and keeping it clean, or just participating more actively in all the Club's activities.

One of the things I wanted to achieve whilst President was to find a home for our small library. We have now been given permission by the Dickson Library to use the cupboards in the meeting room.

During the summer months a number of members meet at Kambah Pool on Monday evenings. We share tea and swim. Please feel free to join us. It's a very ad hoc arrangement.

Paul and I are holidaying at Kangaroo Island and catching up with family in Adelaide. We are walking from winery to winery. What decadence! See you when we return. Janet Edstein TRIP REPORT: THE RAMSHEAD RANGE - 5-6 NOVEMBER 1994 The time had come: should we have breakfast? - of course NO! Should we attend morning church service? - of course NO! Should we debate what LEADER Richard Bain action should now be taken? YES!! Hang on a PARTY: Roger Beddis, Rino, Maurice & Carol second, it's cold out here! Damn stupid author, SITUATION REPORT he's writing this in a nice warm office on a PC back 6 AM Sunday 6 November: High velocity in Canberra, he should get back to the plot. wind, bent tent poles, several billion snow flakes ERROR MESSAGE 101 - PC MEMORY UNABLE upon the ground, sub-zero temperatures, TO COMPUTE. TRY RE-ENTERING WITH members still alive, Roger eating fruit and still, no IF NOT, TERMINATE SESSION WITH USER. frostbite. RE-ENTERING, NO - PLEASE CONTINUE THE NARRATIVE (Part 2) Now with a dear mandate from the PC's memory, As I LAY in the tent, I pondered upon the previous it was really time for action, on the move again days events, the pie shop in , the pastry- with dear orders not to walk in front of the leader. cum-coffee shop in Jindabyne and of course, the coffee shop in the railway station, which has no Some time later, on an icy windy road with trains! This last entry caused a serious Maurice and me hanging onto Carol, Roger and malfunction of the brain's information retrieval Rino were off to Smiggins Holes to collect one of system: how does a railway station have a coffee the cars. The weather could be described as shop but not have a train in it? I pondered further tropical - that is, as long as you come from about this most linhisilal Kiwiland!! Now one might event in the space time ask why the two mentioned continuum, not to mention were holding onto Carol. It the fact that a blizzard had had appeared to me that the been put upon us by a not so concept was a bit odd, of happy God, probably upset reporting to the authorities by missing the last train. that a bushwalker was lost, Not to let this get to me, I last seen flying though the air slipped my warmly toasted (in the high velocity wind!) - feet into the hell of wet but hence the requirement to save partially frozen morning Carol from a Shakespearian footwear, commonly referred tragedy. to as boots. Lonely disused railway At the base of Maurice's tent I stations, cold wet stood. The words that bushwallcers and of course, greeted me were could you the coffee shop. As I got into please bail me out of the tent? I my xth cup of coffee, peered into the tent to see watching the snow slide off Maurice adrift his thermarest in a sea of melted the buildings, tension mounted in the absence of snow. The next face was Carol's, only to greet me Rino and Roger, who were looking for cars. What with when are we leaving? I had a distinct feeling could have happened? Were they living it up at that things were not happy with my colleagues. Charlottes Pass Hotel or even worse, lost in the The trainless railway station seemed to become a blizzard? Well it turns out that car tyres don't more credible realization as the snow engulfed grip too well to ice and snow, hence only after our adventure. borrowing some chains was success achieved, and The orders were posted - be ready to move at the coffee then flowed. 0730 hrs Kilo time jTranslat ion from military jargon: Local time - Ed.) SITUATION REPORT: - SUNDAY AFTERNOON Fruit was flavour of the month in Roger's tent. Rino just looked confused somewhat - (1) that he No frosthite, overdosed on caffeine, all alive and was still alive, and (2) should we really be well. Went home, no more coffee, no more snow. moving? Richard Bain P CBC It January 1995 page 2 • Curry Evening I Walks Planning Evening

Monday 20 February, 6:30pm onwards - at Alan and Sue Vidler's home 56 Woolner Circuit, Hawker - 254 5373(h) This is your chance to keep our great Activity Program rolling. New leaders who emerged at the last, very successful, Walks Planning evening can now share their experience and encourage other members to think about leading walks. We have lots of suggestions of easily navigable walks. Time to pore over the Club's extensive map library and exchange walking experiences. All welcome even ifyou don't intend to lead trip& Contact by phone (includes an answering machine), mail, fax, email, (carrier pigeon,

smoke signal ... ) also welcome at any time before, during or after the event. BYO Curry (or..), or come around 8pm for discussions and planning. Condiments, maps, ideas etc provided

LEn ER TO THE EDITOR EDITOR'S RESPONSE The evil that MEN do lives afterthern; the good is oft interred with their bones ... MAN does not live by RECENTLY, IN AN idle moment, whilst bread alone .... Theres a certain ring to these, dont browsing through IT, my eyes fell upon the you agree? NOTICE TO ALL WALKERS: The leader Political correctness isa pain in the butt humankind (when you HAVE to avoid mankind,), fisherpeople etc. should check ... He may assess ... He should also check Some relatively new, sex-neutral words like flight attendants (instead of stewards and hostesses) may well be an improvement I say sex-neutral rather What quaint, old-fashioned language is than gender-neutral because we only have sex in this? I mused. I checked out the leaders: Janet, English: if we were speaking Russian or French There'd be no issue, Rosemary, Sue, Christine, Jill, Sylvia, Rene. Not a as we'd use the personal pronoun appropriate to the graninatical gender of the leader (masculine in both!), though if we were talking bad line-up of the female sex, I thought; surely about a sentry in French/ia sentinelloJ the pronoun would be feminine!! they deserve some recognition for being there; do It may well be a pity, but the fact is our language IS male-dominated. they really enjoy being referred to as he? M' own surname ends in MAN. It's just too bad English doesn? work like lcelandic, where your wrname ends in -SSON or -DOTI1R - but My mind fell to constructing alternative even then, tacked onto your father's name! I was Executive Officer to expressions: the Mining Working Group on Eco!oglcal!y Sustainable Development during 1991 and told The 'Chair' that he looked no more like a chair • the rather clumsy he or she; alternatively she or than a table. EEQ and all the verbiage that goes with it shouldn't have or (but you get fouled up on her or him); to depend on rules or procedures - the princ4ole has to be internalized he; s/he or it doesn't exist.

• the gender-neutral they; The trouble seems to occur because people distinguish between literary and spoken English. If one of us were speaking • she one month and he the next (let's see how the conversationally about what a leader has to do, I doubt if the speaker fellas like being referred to by the opposite sex (there, I've avoided saying lie'lJ would assiduously check the sex of pronoun); our subject each time! It's much like the plague of offIcialese which has stuffed up The spoken language of people who make their IMng * she for a whole year! from a desk: how many people can no longer use something, but only utilize it; and can? ever e,q,ed something, only say 'it is anticipated? • try the declamatory style, and address the Of course the contribution of competent and excellent leaders like you, leaders in the second person: Leader, have you Meg, is very much valued. I wish more trips were led by female

checked ..., or, since we seem to be into archaic leaders instead of the only 8 in the December program as against 61 language: Leader, hast thou checked .. assessest led by malesl [Numbers in January program are better - 18 : 74.)

thou this follower as capable ... etc; The recital of alternatives you have tabulated underscores the lamentable (yes, I agree!) lack of a commonly used, non-gender- • return to the previous wording which managed specific singular personal pronoun in English. matS tough, I will not to avoid using pronouns altogether. be mangling The language into inelegant 'thefl, nor will 125 times repeat ?e or she' when the generic use of 'he' is intended and obvious. There are times when I can be persuaded to use a circumlocution to There you go; surely you can find some preferable avoid an unfortunate turn of phrase, but 'Leader, have you checked...' wording to what is being published at the is not one of thent moment. I have nevertheless taken on board the dreadfully important issue you Meg McKone have raise4 to avoid being descended upon regularly. David Truman P

C8C It January 1995 p890 3 WALKS SECRETARY'S WAFFLE • Submit your walks well in advance, to allow negotiation time [And submit walks — periodil I HOPE WE all had an enjoyable time between • Look at the already published program for the when I'm writing this (early December) and when period ahead and try and avoid competing you're reading it. The sffly season is now over so with similar walks. There will be enough we can return to serious (not the right word...) dashes to resolve anyway, as several people regular walking! rush to fill the same gap! It is important to try and maintain a varied, full • Provide alternative dates where possible; and balanced program. Some members appear • Look for errors and conflicts after publication to organize their lives around the walks program, and tell the Walks Secretary of any! Self- but most can only go walking when it fits in with interested observers are likely to spot problems other commitments. A ... .-: the Wallcs Sec has missed, balanced program means and if the problems are people can go walking brought to his attention whenever they have the time, .. early enough, they may be rather than when there is also - -' correctable in time for the a suitable walk on the t-.. next IT (see first point); program. Variety is needed Regard other leaders as for those who walk frequently. A full and varied program means more people ... k9. - •...... example, if you think your will look to the program to 1 walk, which will generate . .:. .-.[- :- -. ability to sustain more walks, which will generate your walks dash, talk to the other leader — more variety... together you can probably solve the problem better than the Walks Sec. Many interesting As Walks Secretary I generally try to smooth the walks have been programmed by two leaders program, but this is not always easy, particularly arranging a car swap, by meeting a common when a lot of walks are volunteered for the objective via complementary walks, or by other program at one lime, as happened for example at combined efforts; and near the October planning evening, and as can happen when other priorities intervene, such as Help, encourage, and recruit new leaders. In (paid) work for the Walks Secretary! As a rule — previous ITs I've pointed out the self-interest of this; • I do whatever I have time for - which depends on other commitments and current enthusiasm. • Where possible, provide summaries on disk, in My enthusiasm is affected by factors listed later the style and format used in the published in this artide; monthly program. (Bold/italic type changes are easy, but re-ordering text is less so). The • I try hard to produce a balanced program. But less typing the Walks Secretary for the Edjtor if I cannot contact leaders, or cannot negotiate a has — and re-typing is a particular pain! — the change, I do publish competing walks so 'the more time for negotiating changes and filling of marketplace', can decide. Some leaders have gaps. We can supply floppies on a loan or expressed displeasure at this, but I believe it to exchange basis; be more equitable than unilaterally deciding which walks I will drop — besides, I have few • Accept that sometimes a walk will get enough friends as it is! insufficient starters, particularly until people are used to a full program and start walking on • I try to minimize competition with walks of Cub trips more. You have still contributed a new leaders: a new leader is usually much choice, and the planned trip can be rescheduled more disappointed if insufficient starters later. Most experienced leaders have surface, while our sometimes unadventurous encountered many occasions where a cancelled constituency tends, shortsightedly, to favour trip has been run later, sometimes even leaders they know. But I can't always do this. running into the Club limit of 16 starters. To emphasize the arbitrariness of things, we can Potential leaders can help me also cite cases of full trips one year attracting no do my job for the Club in the interest in a following year. Alan Vidler P following ways: C8C It January 1995 page 4 BARRALLIER - THE FINAL ANSWER? muskets, powder and lead as well as provisions of rice, flour and pickled IN THE EARLY years of the colony there developed pork And they also took about the idea amongst some of the (Irish) convicts that three hours for lunch - my kind of just over the other side of the ranges lay the wallcing! ancient land of China - and sanctuary. Governor The problem is that 'various King decided to refute these ideas by finding a researchers have dismissed way over the hereto impassable Blue Mountains. Barraliler's records of distance and He those a young army officer to lead the way - bearings as unreliable'. Even Caley, who retraced Ensign Francis Barrallier. Barraffier's route in 1806, was highly critical on In all probability Barrallier's these matters. MacQueen, like previous 1802 trip took him from researchers, has simply overlaid Barrallier's route Oakdale, near Picton, down with current maps. He does, however, claim to the Nattai and into the have followed Barrallier's mute where possible, valley of the Wollondilly. and been able to find a consistency in the errors From here hç proceeded with the times. westwards up the Tonalli Valley to Byrnes Gap and then MacQueen, however, does not explain a number over into the . of inconsistencies with the journal: Nearing the end of his Barraffler records a number of wet days - yet supplies he pushed up the Colony was entering into a period of thought; Christy's Creek, eventually Barraffier was taking bearings at 7pm and only to be halted by a high making camp generally by 8pm. My 1994 waterfall. calendar indicates that sunset falls about 6.30pm (standard time) in November; (c) Barrallier Andy MacQueeen has recently published The Life followed a shallow loopy valley, crossing and Journeys of Barrallier. The author reconstructs numerous streams, without either realizing or the circumstances leading to a Frenchman being in marking this as being a river (the Tonalli) on his the British army, sent to the new Colony of New map - especially when he returned by the same South Wales, his role in Sydney's defences against route. It's like cutting bends along the Deua and a possible invasion by Napoleon's forces, his rble noting the crossing of numerous streams. (This as 'ambassador' to the King of the Mountains, his was a man who was hoping to take over as subsequent departure in disgrace, and his later Deputy Surveyor for the Colony.) service in the colonies. As a book The Life and Journeys of Barrallier is a MacQueen is not the first to tackle the vexed good read. As conclusive proof it falls into the matter of Barrallier's route. Cambage, Else Harold Bell Lasseter category. Perhaps we Mitchell and Brownscombe have been there should wait for Val Lheude (the proprietor of before. Each successive investigator has come up Yerranderie) to print her version of the journey. with several new ideas - the short cut back to his Oakdale depot and an acceptable observation According to MacQueen, Barrallier took his point for critical bearings of passes through the bearings of three passes from the hill which he mountain ranges. hoped would lead him finally through the mountains east of the ascent route to Tonaffi Gap. Of interest are Barrailier's observations upon the It was from Gander Head (Byrnes Gap) that lifestyle and customs of Barrallier reputedly the Aborigines he met. saw a gentle plain As Barrallier undertook leading to the base of most of his explorations on the sandstone blocks at foot this makes him one of Kanangra Wails. our earliest bushwalkers. Despite the clear We also learn that his weather he failed to party wore their realize that in between traditional redcoats, blue was the deep valley of trousers and boots with the Kowmung River. nails. They carried Warwick Blayden P CBC It Januaiy 1995 page 5 -- LIBRARY NEWS SARTORIAL SPLENDOUR IN THE BUSH: FROG LOGO TEE SHIRTS FROM THE MARCH meeting members will be The Committee has found a supplier willing to -t able to borrow from the emboss the the Club's frog logo on any round- Club Library on a monthly basis. All our books necked (crewneck) shirt or long-sleeved skivvy for will have cards on which to write the borrower's three dollars. The logo is around 24 cm high. name. A dark black logo on a yellow or other coloured tee We have about SO books and hope to build up the library as a resource for walks planning, as well as shirt will stand out splendidly, making you, the books relevant to bushwallcing and outside proud wearer, the envy of all. pursuits such as mountaineering and rock- climbing. If any members have books they would To get your logo embossed, bring p - like to donate, they'll be gratefully received. in a clean, washed garment (or If (Here's your chance, Allan M., to dean out your garments!) in any colour other bookcase before you leave to move to Melbourne!) than black or navy blue (because a black logo would be invisible on We will shelve some of the conservation them!) to any Club monthly CANBFRRA magazines, as noted in Conservation Notes. The SHWALM meeting. CLUB Club also receives regularly magazines from the different bushwalldng dubs around and the last two years' issues will be available for perusal. LEFT OVER AFTER CHRISTMAS PARfl:

I'd like to thank Alan Davey for putting the Two black-handled serrated-edge knives. See shelves in the cupboard and Mike Pedvin for Janet Edstein to retrieve them - or her husband carding the books. will borrow them for scaling fish! Janet Edstein P

Vice-President / Treasurer

The V-P/Treasurer deputizes for the President and manages J the finances of the Club, maintains the account books, advises the Committee and Club members on Club financial matters, pays accounts, banks moneys, provides receipts and drafts the budget for the following year.

We are still looking! To help, Paul Edstein is willing to do the ...... bookkeeping and bank recondliations if someone else - the official Vice-President I Treasurer - will receive moneys from the Membership Secretary, deposit cheques in the bank, write cheques reimbursing Committee expenses, attend Committee meetings and prepare the annual budget in time for the September Annual General Meeting. Paul is also willing to do the spreadsheet accounting (using Excel, on IBM-compatible).

If you are interested in volunteering for this position, please approach the President (Janet Edstein) or any other Committee member. Contact phone numbers are published on the back page of this It.

CBC It January 1995 page 6 Items of interest appear to the South East Forests, and the pressure from conservation societies to prevent the Federal Minister for Resources from renewing woodchip licences.

There is now a separate committee running the campaign to prevent the raising of Warragamba Dam, which they say will cause massive envfronmental damage to the Kowmung River. THE CLuB HAS recently received the following This is the Kowmung Committee - GPO Box publications, which are now available to members 2090, Sydney NSW 2001. and will later be kept, when appropriate, in our library: In Canopy Senator Coulter reflects on the conflict * Journal of the National Parks Association of between tourist promotion and the energy used in transporting tourists from overseas, and condudes NSW that this form of tourism is incompatible with the • National Parks Association (ACT) Journal need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions arising • Smoke Signal - Journal of the South Coast from burning fossil fuels. So much for Conservation Society ecotourism. • NBC - Journal of the Newcastle Bushwalking dub On a happier note, Sea World, a major Gold Coast tourist attraction, has agreed never again to catch • Canopy and Supplement - The National dolphins and whales from the wild for their Environment Quarterly tourist park The very first time - worldwide - • The Bushwalker - Newsletter of the that an aquarium or marine park has agreed to Confederation of Bushwalking Clubs (NSW) stop this practice - after much pressure, of course. Inc. So it's not all doom and gloom! John Webster P

EQUIPMENT HIRE Take advantage of the excellent gear that the Cub has available for hire - before lashing out on your own equipment.. The Equipment Officer is -q Maurice Wicks on 258 8890 (h). ...

The equipment available and current rates per weekend are as follows. Please note that a refundable deposit of $20 is also required. •: Olympus two person tent $15 + Macpac Microlight one person tent $15 + Assorted packs $5 + 3 season bag, mat and liner $10 + Long bed compass no charge - just a deposit of $5 + Snow sleeping bag, mat and liner $15 • Trangia and fuel bottle $5

CBC It January 1995 page 7 BUSH WALKING

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Boots & 2 pr thick socks Butter tube Water flask Parka Cheese Fuel bottle Tent Continental frankfurts Candles Day pack Powdered milk Wine bladder Spaghetti strainer Cereal Scourer Rice - quick cooking Billy, stove, matches, Toilet paper Spaghetti sprongs, twist ties Bandaids Plate Surprise peas Staminade Cup Dried tomatoes Films Sneakers Tomato sauce Knife, fork, spoon set Camera Honey Spare bootlaces Parmesan cheese Insect repellent ci nil-irs Ryvita or bread Trowel Thermal top & longs Cup of soup Socks, 2 pr short Tea and coffee Wool shirt or Polartec with Freeze dried meals BOTFOM compass. Swiss Dried fruit Thermarest army knife and. Salami and TVP Sleeping bag pencil torch Herbs and dried garlic Gaiters Muesli bars 2Tshirts Chamois towel 2 Underpants Biscuits Tracksuit bottom Potato whip THINGS TO BUY ON [Trousers & shirt] ARRIVAL Wash/medical kit 2 Nylon shorts Hat

UNDER FLAP: TOP POCKET

Keys Balaclava Repair kit for thermarest Gloves Ticket & passport Overtrousers Batteries Storm cover Matches Maps Sno-seal Book Glasses Sunblock

How many times have you worried whether you've remembered to pack everything before that long walking trip overseas or to Tasmania? Here is my list - I print a copy out before each major trip and simply tick off items as I pack them. Naturally it contains some personal idiosyncracies. So will yours! David Truman

CBC It Janua,y 1995 page 8 ACTIVITY PROGRAM

GRADING OF WALKS: (5) Short - under 12km/day; (M) Medium - 12-20km/day; Long - over 20km1day. (E) Easy - tiretrail, tracks, beaches eta; Medium - bush tracks, alpine areas, some scrub; (R) Rough - much scrub, steep climbs, rock scrambles (W) Wet - compulsory swims, many river crossings

NOTE: In calculating distance 1 km is added for every 100 metres climbed.

TRANSPORT Costs are presently 25 cents a kilometre per car, divided equally among ALL participants. This amount is a guide only and can be varied at the discretion of the leader depending on the condition of the roads, the number of passengers per car and other factors. The figures given for individual trips are rough estimates only, based on four people per car, and other factors - costs may rise if cars are only partly filled. Park admission and camping fees are additional costs which leaders should list separately. Members are reminded that bookings normally close at 2 pm on Thursday.

NOTICE TO ALL WALKERS: The leader should check with you that you are capable of completing the proposed trip. He (or she!) may assess this from observation on previous walks or by asking where, when and with whom you have walked previously. Your leader should also check that you are aware of what the trip entails and of any special equipment or skills needed. A leader may reject any applicant whose ability to cope with or fit in with the trip is in doubt

SEARCH & RESCUE ORGANIZATION S&R Contacts are: David Campbell 2722025(w) 2541511(h), Allan Mikkelsen 2540764(h), 2643472(w). Area Coordinators: Belconnen - Pat Miethke 2493085(w) 24 12798(h), Woden - Doug Wright 2814 148(h).

CHECK-lN/ CONTACT OFFICER The Check-in /Ccontact Officer for the club is Michael Pedvin 268 5750 (h), 277 5177 (w). He (not the Police or other bodies) should be the first point of contact for worried relatives if you are late in returning from a trip. Leaders must also report the safe return OR cancellation of their trip to the Checi-in officer.

Wednesday 11 January - Jews Corner - M/E (put'/ishccJ for tivac at 11 Co//a cion,9 Afternoon/evening walk to the big bend on the mid-way between Karnbah Pool and Casurina Sands, with opportunities for swimming along the way. No need to book, just meet on the Canberra side of the Cotter Bridge at 200pm. Note: Walk will not take place if there is a total fire ban on the day. Map: Cotter Dam 1:25000 or ACT 1:100000. Leader: Terence Uren 282 2403(h). -

Saturday 14 January Kambah Pool To Pine Island - StE Start Saturday afternoon. After a car shuffle, amble from Pine Island to Kambah Pool, with numerous opportunities for swimming if conditions and inclination so indicate. This will be followed by a BBQ at Pine Island. This is a repeat of Bill Stock's November trip, for those who like the area, or could not make Bill's trip. Leader: Vance Brown 251 399 7(h).

Saturday 14 January - Blue Lakes - LIE One of the classic day walks in the Kosciusko National Park. Start from Charlotte Pass, on to Blue Lake, over Mt Carruthers Pass and down to lunch overlooking . Return to the cars via the Kosciusko summit. Map: Mount Kosciusko 1:50000. Leader: Ian Sinclair 254 7034(h) 216 2531(w). Transport cost about $25 plus park entry fee.

14-15 January Blue Lake from Charlottes Pass - S-M/E After morning tea at Jindabyne, walk from Charlottes Pass via Blue Lake to Twynani to camp. camp. On Sunday, returt i via Mt Kosciusko. Fuel stoves are required. Map: Mount Kosciusko 1:50000. Leader: Richard Bain 265 5222(w), 257 4816(h). Transport cost about $25 plus park entry fees. CBC It January 1995 page 9 1 Saturday 14 January - Goodradigbee Ulo Day Trip - S/R/W - See the next walk.

14-15 January Goodgradigbee Weekend Lilo hip M/R/W MOW&-

The first day lilo down the Goodradigbee past Macdonalds Flat. Day trip participants ''-• - can pull out and return easily, as the river meanders heavily, but the nearby track does not. On Sunday we continue to Flea Creek. Warning: This trip involves vigorous rapids and is not for beginner liloers. Helmet and wetsuit advisable. Map: Brindabella 1:100000 Leader: Damien Brown 248 9948 (12). Transport cost about $10.

14-16January(3 days) - Freemans Creek - M/R/W Freemans Creek comes down off the Budawangs into the . We proceed upstream from the Yadboro, mainly rockhopping and scrambling around small canyons and falls. Camping spaces are virtually non-existent, so bring bivvy or tent fly only. Map: Corang 1:25000. Leader: Chris Leslie, but bookings to Alan Vidler 254 5373(h) . Transport cost about $18.

14-15 January - Clyde River Canoe Trip - M/W Launching near the Bridge, we will explore the inlets at the mouth of the Clyde Estuary ..L....,*..,. before heading up the Clyde in search of a nice beach to camp on, and return next day. Suitable for fit beginners. BYO canoe or hire in ACT. Leader: Tony Bomford 248 0142(h). Transport cost - $70 per car (usually 2 people).

Sunday 15 January - Mystery Trip to a River - StE This trip will involve gentle walking and optional rockhopping on a river, with much swimming etc as befits the time of year. I know where I intend going, but I'm looking for a co-leader (you?) to actually take the trip after I organise transport etc, and they, if found, may have other ideas! Map: tba. Leader: ?? and Alan Vidler 254 53 73(1z). Transport cost not over $15.

Wednesday 18 January - 'General Meeting' BBQ to be held at Uriarra Crossing - from 6pm. On the eastern side, before the bridge! See notice on front page of this IT.

20-22 January (three days) - Upper and Queens Pound River - M/R Three days in the Wadbilliga wilderness area, taking in two of the most picturesque in our area and crossing over via Wadbilliga trig. One night will be spent at a nice little spot halfway up the ridge to the trig (with running water!) and the other will be by a pool in the upper Queens Pound River. Map: Yowrie 1:25000. Leader: George Carter 251 2130(h), 263 3549(w). Transport cost about $25. Limit 8, and filling - book now!

21-22 January - Base Camp - S/E A leisurely gourmet weekend of fishing, swimming, sketching liloing and walking and, for the really energetic, planning winter walks. The gravel tends to be steep, but the views are spectacular. We'll camp near the after walking a few kilometres to escape the crowd. Map: Numbla Vale 1:50000. Leaden: Janet & Paul Edstein, but contact Rene Lays 241 7862(h), 266 4368(w). Transport cost about $30.

21-22 January - Tuross Gorge to Tuross Cascades - M/R/W Leave Canberra about noon on Saturday and drive on to Tuross Cascades. Walk, mainly via track to the top of the ridge leading to Tuross/Bumberry Creek Junction. Next day, descend the ridge, then spend 4-7 hours of superb scenery, great rockhopping and compulsory swims to cover the 4.5 km to Tuross Falls. Whip along the couple of km back to Tuross Cascades to join Vance's people and impress (bore) them with tall tales about agility and fitness. Map: Belowra 1:25000. Leader: Alan Vidler 254 53 73(h). Transport Cost about $22.

21-22 January - Bumberry Creek & Tuross Gorge - L/R/W An energetic trip involving much rock hopping, scrambling (some with the aid of a rope) and compulsory swims. Fantastic scenery from steep sided river valley to rocky gorge. Will possibly meet up with the Tuross Gorge and bludge trips on Sunday. Maps: Yowrie & Belowra 1:25000. Leader: John I'Ons 231 6326(h) 276 6582(w). Transport Cost about $22.

CBC It January 1995 page 10 Sunday 22 January - Tuross Cascades Bludge trip - VS/E This hardy annual, for which the Walks Sec has already granted exemption to the normal limit of 16, involves a walk of 0 to 4 km depending on the condition of the road, followed by several hours of bludging in a great swimming pool complete with water slide etc. It is only a short (say 1 hour return) walk to the magnificent Tuross Falls, but Vance usually delegates leadership of that side trip. Map: Belowra 1:25000. Leader: Vance Brown 251 3997(h). Transport cost about $22.

Tuesday 24 January - COMMItTEE MEETING / IT CLOSING 7pm BBQ at Maurice Wicks's, S D'Hage Circuit, Melba.

Thursday 26 January (Australia Day) - - S/E-M The trip starts at the bridge on the Braidwood-Nerriga road and will be basically a pool to pool fldp. I haven't decided whether to go upstream or downstream, but who cares? I've never been downstream, and haven't been upstream since 197?. For history buffs, we will encounter the remains of an old water race which follows the river for many km. Map: Corang 1:25000. Leader: Alan Vidler 254 5373(h) Transport cost about $16. Bookings close 7pm Tuesday 24th.

26-29 January - Nadgee - SIE Booked out, with a waiting list! Richard Bain's trip following may interest you. Leader: Bill Brown 248 9948(h).

26-29 January - Mallacoota to Newtons Beach - M/E Note that 27th is not a public holiday. This trip is essentially a beach walk from Mallacoota in NE Victoria, past lakes and Cape Howe into Nadgee nature reserve to finish at Newton's beach. It may be bi-directional (car swap) and may meet up with Bill Brown's fishing trip. There is a limit of 8 people, and the trip route is subject to change. Map: Mallacoota, Eden 1:100000. Leader: Richard Bain 265 5222(w), 257 4816(h). Transport cost S about $40. 26-29 January - Abseiling: Blue Mountains, Kanangra Walls - L/R/W Abseiling and canyoning experience is mandatory. Tenative program is Kanangra Falls Friday, Morong Deep Saturday, Danae Sunday. Small party only. Leader: Nic Bendeli 252 154 1(h), 207 0157(w)

26/28-29 January - Guthega, Blue Cow Mt Mt Perisher, The Paralyser - S-M/E See preview on page 6 of December IT. Note requirement to book for lodge accommodation by 8 January. Map: Mount Kociusko 1:50000. Leader: Chris Roper 287 1243(h), 272 5151 (w). Transport Cost about $25 plus park entry fees.

27-29 January (3 days) - Rainforests of the Upper Bimberamala - M/R/W I plan to investigate further upstream in this glorious area than my previous trips, deciding exact route on the way. Map: Brooman 1:25000. Leadcr: Chris Leslie 251 6123(h). Transport cost about $15:

26-29 January - Canoe Trip - M/W Paddle from Albury to Corowa, camping in red gum forests en route. The Murray oflbrs a good current on this stretch. Near the finish are some of Victoria's best winerith (for good currants7 - AV). This trip is a good introduction to canoe touring for beginners. Ring by previous weekend.. Lea! der: Chris Bellamy 249 7167(h), 203 7682(w). YT" Transport cost about $240 per car.

Wednesday 1 February - Red Rocks Gorge - S/E Evening walk along the Murrumbidgee from Pine Island Rescrve to Red Rocks Gorge with opportunities for swimming. No need to book, just meet at 5:15pm at the western end of Pine Island Carpark (turn right after entering the reserve and travel for about 1 1cm). Note: Walk will not take place if there is a total fire ban on the day. Map: Tuggeranong 1:25000 orACT 1:100000. Leader: Terence Uren 282 2403(h) 269 5422(w).

Saturday 4 February - Shoalhaven from Warn Bridge - StE Walk downstream on the from Warri Bridge near Braidwood. Interesting rock hopping and numerous pools for swimming. This is a repeat of Sylvia's December trip for those who missed it - and those who enjoyed it. Map: Braidwood 1:100000. Leader: Bill Brown 248 9948); Transport cost about $10.

Saturday 4 February - - abeiling A taste of canyoning for first-timers. Easy abseiling for inexperienced people, followed by a barbecue at Woods Reserve. Harnesses will be a help. Ring early to discuss what is involved. Leader: John I 'Otis 231 6326(h), 276 6582(w). Transport cost about $5. Limit of 8. ,4 CAC It January 1995 page 11 3 February - 7 March - Argentina and Chile- LIE A series of track walks taking in Iguazu Falls, Cerro Catedral (Nahuel Huapi), Chilean Lake District, Tones del Paine, Moreno Glacier, Fitz Roy and Cerro Tone. Leader: David Truman 247 6744 (ii), 272 4632 (w). Last minute bookings possible at fare of $1950 which includes Sydney - Buenos Aires return, BA- Puerto Iguazu return and BA - Bariloche.

4-5 February - - M/M I haven't planned this trip in detail yet as its the night before I go to NZ and I'm filling a gap - I hope its replaced by someone else's trip. There will be a descent, a bludge near a good swimming hole, and a climb out. One direction may be on a fire trail, the other probably not. Be adventurous. The area is great, but we don't seem to go there much of recent years. Leader: Alan lid/er 25453 73(h). Transport cost vicinity of $20.

4-6 February (3 days) - Lady Nortt'tcote Canyon - LIR This time, down the ridge between Carruthers and the Sentinel, returning via another

interesting route, ma'be a gully up Carruthers. Visit the falls and other dark features. Lots of stamina required for a big climb out, but always a memorable experience in the Snowy's Main Range. Map: Mount Kosciusko 1 :50000. Leader: Chris Leslie 251 6123(h). Transport cost about $25 plus park éntiy share.

Sunday 5 February - Currawan Creek and Falls - SIE-M From the base of Mt Budawang we will follow Cunawan Creek down to the top of the spectacular Currawan Falls. The vegetation along the creek is stunningly beautiful temperate rainforest. After descending to the base of the falls return via a rainforest gully to the cars. Map: Braidwood 1:25000. Leader: Ian Sinclair 254 7034(h), 216 2531(w). Transport cost about $10.

Sunday 5 February - Lake Googong canoe Trip - EIW An easy day trip, launching from northern end by the dam wall, heading south for Compo Canyon and lunch and then returning to the dam wall. Hire canoes will be available at Googong on the day. Ideal introductory trip for fit beginners. Contact: Christine Higham 238 1391 (12), 280 6566 (w). Transport cost $20 per car.

Tuesday 7 February - IT COLLATION - BBQ from 6pm. After the barbecue, Collation at 8pm. At home of Rene Lays, 57 Shannon Circuit, Kaleen - 241 7862 (h).

Saturday 11 February - Shoalhaven Blockup - S-M/M Descend a track to the river and walk to the gorge for lunch. Lilos would be useful for going through the gorge. 4WD vehicles required for the Trestle track. Map: Caoura 1:25000. Leader: Vance Brown 251 3997(h). Transport cost about $20.

11-12 February - Bolton's Hill Hut Maintenance - SIE Join the work party for an enjoyable weekend carrying out painting and minor maintenance. A chance to visit this area without the long walk or ski trip normally involved. Refer to November IT for further details. Please contact Rod or Janet as soon aspossible so detailed planning can be completed. Maps: Eucumbene, Khancoban 1:50000. Leader: Rod Peters 251 2580 (12) or Janet Edstein 288 1398 (12). Transport cost about $25.

11-12 February - - S-M/E A walk partly on tracks, following the Burrungubugge River to Constance's Hut and then to vicinity of Kidman's Hut (camp). Return by the same route. Bring a fuel stove if you have it. Maps: Berridale, Mount Kosciusko and Khancoban 1:50000. Leader: Helen Stevens 286 4334(h), 274 1942(w). Transport cost about $27 plus park entry fees..

(10)11-12 February - Canyoning, Newnes Area - M/R There will be two separate day trips. You must be a competent abseiler, be prepared to swim, and jump when Hickson yells "jump". Maps: Rock Hill, Mt Morgan 1:25000. Leaders: Ian Hickson & Anr Gibbs-Jordan 241 5775(12). Transport cost $35+. Limit 8.

CBC It January 1995 page 12 Tuesday 14 February Evening Walk - Majura Ridge to Ainslie - StE Meet at 6pm at the car park behind the War Memorial. Leave some cars there, and drive to near the Hackett recycle centre. Follow a track on to the Majura-Ainslie ridge for a leisurely evening meal (communal goodies encouraged) oVerlooking Canberra in the setting sun. From there, walk along the ridge to the Mt Ainslie lookout, then descend via a walking track to the War Memorial. Supper (dessert & coffee) at Jan Armour's place afterwards. No need to book, but be there on time or be left behind! Leader: Rene Lays 241 7862(h).

Wednesday 15 February - MONTHLY MEETING - 8pm at Dickson Library.

Talk by author of Lonely Planet travel books - more details next month.

Saturday 18 February .- Goodradigbee Vegetarian Gourmet - StE Short walk (lilos optional) to Macdonalds Flat for a gourmet lunch, No par of dead animals permitted (boots are OK, provided you don't eat them). Blackberries provided. Map: Brindabella 1:100000. Leader: Bill Brown 248 9948(h), 2764704(w). Transport cost about $10.

18- 19 February - Upper Tuross and Brogo Rivers - L/R This is a walk in the , starting in the headwaters of the . After heading across to the Tuross we will follow it to its source, then take a long spur down to where Greens Creek meets the Brogo. I hope to camp about 2km upstream from here, leaving 10 km of the Brogo for Sunday. Maps: Yowrie and Puen Buen 1:25000. Leader: George Carter 2512130 (h) 263 3569 (w). Transport cost about $25.

- See separate notice. Monday 20 February - CURRY EVENING AND WALKS PLANNING

Wednesday 22 February - Bullen Range - StE Evening walk from Paddy's River crossing towards Bullen Trig. No need to book, just meet at 5:15pm at the Cotter pub/kiosk. Note: Walk will not take place if there is a total fire ban on the day. Map: Cotter Dam 1:25000 or ACT 1:100000. Leader: Terence Uren 282 2403(h), 2695422(w).

Wednesday 22 February - COMMITTEE MEETING I IT CLOSING 8pm at home of Michael Pedvin, 25 Burrinjuck Crescent, Duffy -288 5751 (h).

25-26 February - Bolton's Hill Hut Maintenance - S/E Refer to first trip on 11-12 February for details. This date will be confirmed (or changed!) in the next IT.

25-26 February - Via Harry's Spur - M/M A long climb down from Mt Ginini to a very attractive part of the Goodradigbee, scene of good swimming spots and campsites (and knowing BB, fishing spots? - AV). Map: ACT 1:100000. Leader: Bill Brown 248 9948 (h), 276 4704(w). Transport cost about $8.

25-26 February Yadboro - Newhaven Gap Car Swap - M/R A longer walk than usual in the Budawangs. From Yadboro River car park take the Castle route and on to Darn Pass into Hollands Gorge, where we should meet the other party coming the other way, and camp. Day 2: up Watson's Pass and follow the Coast and Mountain Track on to Newhavcn Gap. Map: CMW Budawangs. Leaders: Mike Pedvin and Adrian PurnelL Contact Mike Pedvin 288 5751 (h). Transport cost about $19.

25-26 February - Lake Talbingo or Tallowa Canoe Trip - E/W A medium or easy flatwater trip depending on venue. Venue will depend on water levels. Each alternativc offers superb beauty and top oveght camping sites for canoeists. Suit fit begiuners. BYO canoe or hire. Contact: Chris Bellamy 249 7147 ---. OV. 203 7682 (w). Transport cost $100 per car. 4~ - ...,_._,,,j,

- - M/R Sunday 26 February - Currawan Creek & Falls Currawan Flats-Leechy Flat Car Swap This is a walk through wilderness in a beautiful gorge near . The day will mostly be spent rockhopping. Only rockhoppers need apply! There will be a car swap in conjunction with the Family Bushwalkers going in the opposite direction, with a 'mix' if needed to balance numbers. The 'down' route is from the locked gate near Currawan Falls, 2km to the top of the falls, 9km down the gorgelcreek (540m drop), then 2km along a fire trail, climbing 160m. 'Up' is of course the reverse. Maps: Braidwood, Monga, Currawan 1:25000. Leader: Rene Lays 241 7862(h). Transport cost about $17.

CBC I t January 1995 page 13 Wednesday 1 March - Mt McDonald - S/E Evening walk through Uriarra Forest to take in the sunset and views from Mt McDonald. No need to book, just meet at 5:15pm at the Cotter pub/kiosk. Note: Walk will not take place if there is a total fire ban on the thy. Map: Cotter Dam 1:25000 or ACT 1:100000. Leader: Terence Uren 2822403(h); 2695422(w).

Saturday 4 March - linderry Twin Peak - M/M Access will be from the Mt Mien fire trail on the eastern side. Not quite as spectacular as Tinderty Peak, but easier! Leaders: Sylvia Flaxman 236 3125 (h), 274 0206 (w) and Lynn Atkinson 2411039 (17), 274 0200 (w). Transport cost about $10.

Sunday 5March - CorangPeak & Admiration Point - M/E The walk is mainly on tracks and features spectacular views of the Budawangs. From we'll take the track to Admiration Point for lunch,. with sweeping views over the Budawangs and Currockbilly. After lunch we'll climb Corang Peak before returning by the same track. Map: CMWBudawangs or Corang 1:25000. Leader: Matt James 2414691(h) 2492591(w). Transport cost about $17.

4-5 March Ortoral to Ginini Car Swap - M-L/E Two parties to walk between Orroral and Mt Ginini meeting in the middle at Cotter Flats. Mostly on tracks but with plenty of climbing. I am told that we can get a camping permit but that it could be withdrawn at short notice if the fire risk is judged too high. (A leader for the reverse group is needed.) Map: ACT 1:100000. Leader: Bill Brown 248 9948 (h) 2764704(w). Transport cost about $8.

March - Monga Forest Saturday walk Around the headwaters of . More details, including precise date, in next month's IT. Leaders: Guy Cotsell & Morag Cameron, 230 3523 (1z).

Tuesday 7 March - IT COLLATION. Venue innextlT.

Saturday 11 March - Endrick Falls - S/R/W Climb down to the river just below the falls and then continue downstream. Return along a track. Plenty of opportunity for swimming. The terrain is rocky but not too demanding. Map: Nerriga 1:25000. Leader: Bill Brown 2489948 (h) 2764704(w) Transport cost about $18.

Sunday 12 March - Mount Nungar - L/M A long stroll south of Tantangara Dam along a rolling range. We will visit Schofield Hut on the way. For those interested in a slightly novel trip. Map: Tantangara 1:25000 or 1:100000. Leader: Arthur Knight 2942966(h), 2421606(w). Transport cost about $25.

11-12 March - Dubbo Falls - MIt? From the start of Broken Cart trail, scrub bash to (Doobagandra Diggings and follow an old bridle trail past Dubbo Falls. Walk out along fire trails and Kells Hut. Map: Brindabella 1:25000 or 1:100000. Leaders: John & Margaret Cooper 288 8093(h), 244 5621(w-John). Transport cost about $28.

Wednesday 15 March - MONTHLY MEETING: Activities and Opening of the Club Library 8pm at Dickson Library.

Sun. 19 March- Compo Canyon & London Bridge - S/E Start at London Bridge and walk via via trails to Compo Canyon. T. Those that wish can climb down to the base (lOOm, steep). After lunch, return to the 1 870s homestead where entry may be arranged with the Btdge Homestead ranger. Return to explore London Bridge. Leader: Ron Waugh. Transport cost about $5.

18-20 March (Canberra Day) - - MIE Day Walks from a base camp at Saltwater Creek to explore the spectacular rocky coast and beautiful secluded beaches. Time for fishing and swimming I surfing and to inspect the lighthouse on windswept Green Cape. Leaders: Janet & Paul Edstein 2714514 (work - Paul), 288 1398 (h).

CBC It Januaiy 1995 page 14 18-20 March (Canberra Day) - Nimmo Hill, Jagungal, Crooks

Raceàourse - M/E Becoming a popular annual tradition. Start from Nimo Hill, follow tracks and open thuntry to cross the main range south of Cesjacks Hut, then camp near Doubtful River. Next day, climb Jagungal (possibly with a short burst of scrub) for great views, descend a foot track to a fire tail, then follow it past O'Keefe's Hut, Farm Ridge and Mackey's Hut. Next thy meander across Crooks Racecourse then down the Gungarton River via tracks and open country, with opportunities for swimming. Leaders: Sue Vidler 254 5373 (Ii) & Rene Lays 241 7862 (h) (they don '(know yet.!)

18-20 March (Canberra Day) - Gingra Creek [Kanangra-Boyd]- M/M Further details in next IT. Leader: Richard Bain 265 5222(w), 25748160').

25-26 March - Ettrema, Myall Creek, Tullangella Creek - M/R This is a classic trip with much rockhopping, great swimming holes and magnificent scenery. If you haven't been to Ettrema you will surely have heard about it if you've been on two or more Club trips. Maps: Nerriga, Touga 1:25000. Leaden Bill Brown 248 9948 (ii) 276 4 704(w). Transport cost about $22.

25 March - 23 April - New Zealand Tracks - LIE See preview in October 1994 It. Walk the superb Wangapeka, Heaphy, Round Mt Egmont and round Mt Ngauruhoe Tracks. Contact Barrie ASAP if interested. Leader: Barrie Chapman 286 4253 (Ii), 297 5822 (w).

Late March or early April - Peppercorn Creek and Hill and

Yarrangobilly Caves - MIEM We'll climb Peppercorn Hill (one of the sources of the Murrumbidgee) from the north and continue south then southeast, to cut Peppercorn Creek, visit Peppercorn Hut and then return up Little Peppercorn Creek to a beautiful campsite by the cars. On day two we'll explore the Yarrangobilly Caves and swim in the Thermal Pool before returning via the gourmet centre. Maps: Peppercorn 1:25 000 and Tantangara and Yarrangobilly 1:100 000. Leader: David Truman 247 6744 (h), 272 4632 (w). Transport cost: about $27.

AND YET MORE TRIPS WELL INTO THE FUTURE! Further details in later 17's April- Mt Tennent from Thai-wa side - Sylvia Flaxman, Lynn Atkinson April - Bendethera Caves, Deua NP - Ron Waugh April - Tin Hut via Disappointment Spur and Finns River - Margaret & John Cooper 8-9 April - Harry's Spur, Cave Creek and Mt Gingera circuit - L/R - George Carter 14-17 April (Easter) - Mallacoota to Wingan Inlet - S/E - Bill Brown 14-17 April (Easter) - Mt Bogong - M/M - Richard Bain 14-17 April (Easter) - Mt Coricudgy - MJR - Meg McKone 14-17 April (Easter) - Tour de Montagnes - bike trip around the Snowies - John IOns 22-25 April (Anzac Day plus 24th flex or rec leave) - Newton's Beach, Ben Boyd NP - Richard Bain May - Old Boboyan Rd & Bobóyan Trig - Sylvia Flaxman, Lynn Atkhion May-June 1995 - Kakadu - MIM - Helen Stevens - Trip filling, ring now 286 4334(h) 6-7 May (date negotiable with other leaders) - Yaouk, Scabby, Kelly - M-L/R - Alan Vidler 13-14 May - Northern Budawangs [Binnari Pass, Quilty's, Styles Cave etc] - M/R - George Carter 10-12 June (Long weekend) - Blaekheath to Mt Victoria via the - M/M - Richard Bain 18 June - Indian Head Mountain - M/M - George Carter 16 July - Rendezvous Creek, Nursery Swamp from Boboyan Road - L/M - George Carter 13 August - The Pimple - M/M - George Carter [alternative: Ben BoydlBoumda NP weekend] 9-10 September - Mt Talaterang photography trip - M/M - George Carter 14-15 October - Mts Scabby, Kelly and Burbidge - M/R - George Carter 11-12 November - Mt Bimberi, Cave Creek, Cooleman - L/R - George Carter

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