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4 January Barbecue

4 January Barbecue

CANBERRA BIJSHWALKING aIM INC NEWSLETTER P0 Box 160, Canberra AG 2601 Registered by Post: Publication number NMB 859

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VOLUME 30 JANUARY 1994 NUMBER 1

4 t JANUARY BARBECUE /. URIARRA CROSSING Wednesday 19 December 1994, 6.00pm onwards This barbecue has become our regular January get-together and will be held as usual under the huge Casuarinas at liriarra Crossing (East). Follow the road to Uriarra Crossing but turn off to the left before you get to the ossing - Club signs will probably be in place but if not just look around till you find u Wood fuelled barbecues are available, there will also be opportunities for swimming. Bring your own everything including plates and cutlery. For further information phone Sue Vidler on 212 3553(w) or 254 531

4) . SOUTH ARM OF B OWENS CREEK ly opened our packs to see what was dry and hoped that our sleeping bags weren't wet. Rene L's was damp in places but Map: Mt Wilson 1:31,680 the rest were dry. 4 and 5 Decemeber 1993 Sunday saw those with sore backs and thumping heads rise Taking part: Ally Street, Ian 1-lickson, Rene Davies, Rene slowly. Even slower was the attempt to crawl back into Lays, Graham Muller, Ann Gibbs-Jordan. yesterday's wet clothing. Once done, however, movement was quick. Within 20 metres of the campsite, we encoun- "I think I'm gong to go home and mark all the car camping tered a 5 metre jump. Although Ally and Ian dashed at it trips on the program in coloured texta so I can remember with glee, the two Renes. Graham and I looked at thejump, to go on them." Graham. the grey sky sprinkling rain and shivered. Graham smartly discovered a log leading from a nearby rock to the bottom "The top cennmetre of water actually feels warmer." Rene D. of the pool and shinned down it into the water. He was quickly followed by Rene Land me. Rene D threw caution "The rest is just fflffreezing." Ann. to the wind followed her pack which gave a resounding "This is definitely a rock-hugging creek." Rene L. thud as it hit the water.

"J-u-m-p. This is fun. This is a really interesting creek and When looking at the map before the trip, I thought there I'm very glad we came." Hickson. must be a good block-up section downstream of our campsite. Sure enough there was - one cracker of a swim. "I'm enjoying this trip. It's wonderfhl. It's fun and it's taking As Graham put it "This leaves the Shoalhaven block-up for my mind off everything." Ally. dead." It was very similar to sections of the Wollangambie which Graham hasn't seen. Some of the sentiments expressed by those who stumbled over slippery boulders and logs, fell, swam, abseiledjumped I had spoken tojim Hand from the Newcastle Bushwalking and occasionally walked down the south arm of Bowens club before the trip and he had indicated that there was a Creek, central Blue Mountains on December 4 and 5. large camping cave at CR 397 575. The creek widened into a small forested area with a large sheltered overhang that A couple ofus had been down the north arm to thejunction would probably sleep 50 people. Large dry branches littered with the south arm but not the south arm and further the ground as overhang protected quite an extensive area downstream. Programmed as a rough trip, it lived up to my making it an excellent campsite. expectations. Throughout the morning the creek opened up and when Hickson's pre-trip comment "You'll be in the water from possible we found it preferable to struggle through what are your balls to your eyeballs all day" sums up both days aptly. commonly known as "water gums" than to continue We started walking at CR 359532 at 8.00am on Saturday walking directly in the creek. Thrashing through "water and finished at 600pm and spent the whole day in the gums" isn't one of life's pleasantries. At least we were watercourse. At times we were greeted by hot little puffs of walking downstream and not fighting against them as they wind and sunshine but both had disappeared by mid- tend to bend and grow with the flow of a stream. aftçrnoon and were replaced by rain showers. A few more swims saw us at the junction of Mill Creek The creek's changeability absorbed our attention: flat sandy around noon. More rock-hopping on super slippery rocks, sections where we disturbed large numbers of red crayfish this time upstream bought us to a fork in Mill Creek, lunch which dashed for shelter; canyon formations ofwavedwalls; and a fire. long block-ups necessitating sustained swimming; huge log jams; walls decked with lacy ferns; brilliant green mossy "It says something about the trip when we're all huddled rocks decorated with delicate white flowers; dropsjust big around a fire literally in the middle of the stream1" Ally. enough to warrant an abseil and drops that insistedyoujump into the inky depths of the pools below. A quick exit up the ridge between the two äeeks bought us back to the car which was parked near Mt Tomah Our campsite at the junction with the north arm was just Botanic Gardens. sufficient. Limited in space, surrounded by towering cliffs, the creek below full of massive blocks of sandstone, a Ian's previous comment wraps the trip us "a really interest- canopy of tall rainforest trees above, it provided a refuge for ing creek." Would I go again? Yes. It offered a lot of variety six tired people. and I'll be fitter next time. But where were the adventurous young? Three ofthe women were 41 years, the other 52 and Although rainforest timber doesn't burn well, Ally got a the men were 38 and 50? magnificent fire blazing within halfan hour - a godsend for tired cold people. This was also the time when we cautious- Ann Gibbs-Jordan Page 2 paper (small notes will get lost) and fax or post to me. Postal address is 8 D'Hage Crt, Melba ACT 2615. Fax (06) Ala/Sr 2391369. AlaJile Finally! do not really find it satisfactory to have trips dictated over the phone. Iffaxing or posting a walk is a problem give Thanks to every one for your assistance in my settling in me a call. I can usually collect the details from you. My job period. It has taken a few ITs to get the format and system is pretty 'mobile'. organised. In addition I have started a newjob and blown- Some folks have said that it is difficult to contact me. Whilst up two computers ... I am however confident that the this may have been the case I now have two message learning curve is pretty well over and I have a system facilities. established. In order to make myjob easier however please note the following: Contact details are:

The walks programme is typed using Microsoft Word for H: (06) 2588890 - Answering machine attached. Windows. Ifyou have a number of walks, a disk injust about any IBM format would be great. Best of all please use Word, B: (018) 488893— If no answer you will be diverted to an but don't worry if this is not available. answering machine.

Not everyone has access to a computer. If you are writing Finally thank you for all of those walks. the programme is out trip notes please do so on a reasonably sized sheet of looking pretty good. Maurice Wicks

ACTIVITY PROGRAM

TRANSPORT

Costs are presently 25 cents per 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 othe factors. The figures given for individual trips are rough estimates only,based on four people per car, and other factors - the 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 close at 200pm on Thursday.

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The Check-in/contact Officerforthe Club isMichael Pedvin 2885751(h), 2775177(w). He (NOT the police or other bodies) should be the first point ofcontact for worried relatives ifyou are late returning from a trip. Leaders must also report the safe return OR cancellation of their trip to the check-in-officer.

GRADING OF WALKS (5) Short - under 12km/day (E) Easy - firetrails, tracks, beaches etc. (M) Medium - 12-20km/day (M) Medium - bush tracks, alpine areas, some scrub (L) Long - over 20km/day (R) Rough - much scrub, steep climbs, rock scrambles (W) Wet - compulsory swims, many crossings NOTE: In calculating distance 1 km is added for every 100 metres climbed.

Page 3 Saturday January 15 - Molonglo below Coppins - MIM A walk for a hot summer's day mainly down the gorge with frequent swimming stops. Bring bathers and children if you wish. Start mid-morning, finish by tea time. Maps: Canberra and Cotter 1:50000. Leader: Keith Sayers 2583268ç'h) 295 7774(w), Sunday January 16 - Tuross Cascades Bludge Trip - SIE The length of the walk down the road will depend on how far we can get the cars; normally it is about 3 kim. lfthe rock pool with the waterslide is unpopulated, we will spend most ofour time relaxing, swinmiing and sliding there, otherwise we will look for a pool further downstream. There will be an optional side trip to view the spectacular Tuross Falls ifsomeone else will lead it. Maps: Cobargo 1:100000, Belowra 1:25000. Leader: Vance Brown 251 3997(h). Transport costs: about $18. January 15-16 - Belowra Creek - SIRIW Drop into the Belowra Creek from the Western Distributor near thejunction with SugarloafCreek and walk to the then back up the fire trail with a short car shuffle ifpossible. Will camp somewhere on Belowra Creek hopefully near a good swimming hole. Map: Corong 1:25000. Leader: Murray Dow 2574371(h). Transport Costs: about $20. January 15-16 - Blue Lake Circuit - M/E Jindabyne for coffee and pastries, followed by a stroll from Charlotte Pass to Blue Lake. Camp will be made on the eastern side of Mt Twynam. Sunday will entail a walk along the Main Range to Mt Kosciusko and back to Charlotte Pass. Fuel stoves only. Map: Kosciusko 1:25000. Leader: Richard Bain 2574816(h) 2994422(w). Transport Costs: about $25, plus park entry fee. Monday January 17 - Molonglo Gorge Evening Walk - S/E An evening walk starting at about 600pm through Molonglo Gorge and Kowen Pine Forest. We will stop for a meal beside the river and if it is a warm evening there will be plenty of chances to cool off in the river. The return will be ifter dark so bring a torch. Map: ACT 1:100000. Leader: Allan Mikkelsen 254 0764(h) 264 3472(w). Note: Meet at Molonglo Gorge carpark at 5:55pm or phone leader before midday Monday. Wednesday January 19 - Uriarra BBQ The Club's traditional January BBQ will be held again starting at 600pm at Uriarra Crossing. Saturday January 22 - - M/E A repeat of Vance's December walk from Kambah to Cotter. One of the most under-rated tracks in the ACT, with lots of swimming and great scenery. Much of the track is through long grass so long trousers or gaiters are recommended. Car shuffle required. Joint walk with NPA. Map: A CT 1:100000. Leader: Murray Dow 2574371(h). Sunday January 23 - Ravine View, Three Mile Dam and Mt Selwyn - L/E From we will head west across the snowgrass to Wallace's Creek Trail, then follow it south along the cusp of the to make Three Mile Dam for lunch, where we'll boil a billy. We'll then continue past Mt Selwyn as far as the Tabletop fire trail, and return to Kiandra via Dunns Hill. Map: Yarrangobilly 1:100 000 or Ravine and Cabramurra 1:25 000. Leader: David Truman 2546700(h), 2724632 (w). Transport Costs: about $23. Sunday January 23 - Micalong Creek - SIRIW An opportunity to explore the Micalong creek. We will try to get to Mt Wee Jasper but this will depend upon conditions going up the creek. We will finish the day with a swim at the . Map Couragago 1:25000 Transport and bookings to : Maurice Wicks 2588890 h) 018 488893(w) Leader Nick Clarke 2991301 (Ii). Transport Costs: about $10. Note: Originally in November programme, but due to the high river we aborted the original plan.

Page 4 January 22-23 - Pretty Plain Hut/Wheelers Hut - L/E From Round Mt carpark we shall proceed south via fire trails and open grasslands to Pretty Plain Hut to camp. On Sunday We shall exit via Wheelers Hut and the Dargals Range all on track providing excellent views. Map: Kosciusko 1:100000. Leader: Gerald Dodgson 2549452(h) 2633089(w). Transport costs: about $28. January 22-23 - Water Race & Tail Race Creek - S/R/W Descend into the Tonga and Tail Race creek from the Shoalhaven, return via the Water Race Creek. Mostly along riverbeds with several waterfalls, some ofwhich will require detours up steep loose hillsides. Mountain goats will enjoy this trip. Map: Tonga & Nernga 1:25000. Leader: Norm Becker 2316061 (It). Transport Costs: about $20. January 22-24 - /Yankees Creek - M/M/W One ofmy favourite two day trips converted to three days so we can soak in the atmosphere. Both the Brogo and the Yankees are set in deep valleys, characterised by small cliffi on the bends and several good pools (some with sandy beaches). Crossing the water head involves a 400m climb and provides some good views. Map: Puen Buen 1:25000. Leader: George Garter 2512130(h) 2633 579(w) Transport Costs: about $25. Note: Limit of 8 people. January 22-26 (or March 18-22) - Ettrema Gorge and Cabbage Tree Creek - M/R A five day walk in this interesting and remote area with rock scrambling and magnificant views. Dates are flexible For further details and to discuss preferred dates please phone Eric or Pat Pickering 286 2128(h) as soon as possible. Take a mortgage out for the maps: Touga, & Burner 1:25000! Tuesday 25 January - Committee Meeting/IT Closing 8pm at the home of Michael Pedvin 25 Burrinjuck St, Dufir. Tuesday January 25 - Full Moon Dinner/Gourmet Supper Walk We will meet at the rear of War Memorial carpark. Departure will be at 5.30pm sharp. No need to book. This year I intend to miss out Mt Majura, find a shorter route up (from near Mt Ainslie transfer Station), find a vantage spot and have a shared gourmet meal (scroggin not acceptable). After dark we will dontinue on to Mt Ainslie, down to the carpark, retrieve our cars and proceed to Jan Armour's place at 37 Holmes Cres, Camjthell (the house on the corner) for a delectable supper. Any questions ring me. Leader Rene 2664368(w) 2417862 (It) Wednesday January 26 (Australia Day) - Angle Crossing to Tharwa - SIM Walk along the Murrumbidgee River close to Canberra through a very attractive little gorge (Gigerline) with frequent delightful swimming spots. We may start a little downstream from Angle Crossing this time to miss the brambles. Be prepared to cross the river if necessary. Map: ACT 1:100000. Leader: Vance Brown 2513997(h). Note: Bookings by Sunday, 23 January. Saturday January 29 - Watsons Crags - MIM Stop atJindabyne for coffee and cakes then walk from Charlotte Pass past Blue Lake out to the Crags. The view of the Main Range and Geehi Valley should be spectacular and wildflowers should be at their best. Map: Kosciusko 1:50000. Leader: Alan Levy 2315093(h) 2666543(w). Transport Costs: about $25 plus park entry fees. Saturday January 29 (pm) - Kambah Pool to Pine Island - S/M-E Starting at about I .3Opm, we will follow the walking track for a pleasant stroll from Kambah Pool to Pine Island. If conditions are suitable we maydo part of the walk along the river - that is, off the track. There are several good swimming spots along the way. The walk will be followed by an optional barbecue near Page 5 the cars at Pine Island. Map: ACT 1:100000. Leader: Vance Brown 2513997(h). Transport Costs: Informal (I normally ask people to find their own way to Kambah, but I will try tofix up ljfts for those who need them). Sunday January 30 - Canoe Trip Murrumbidgee River - Wet A lazy day starting from above Cavan and paddling to Tameus Bridge Beach. There are lots of opportunities to swim and enjoy the sandy beaches. This is a good introductory trip for beginners. BYO canoe or hire in the ACT. Map: Natmap Brindabella 8627. Leader: Chris Bellamy 2497167(h). Transport Costs: about $12. Sunday January 30 - from Warri Bridge - SIE.-M Walk downstream on the Shoalhaven River from Warri Bridge near Braidwood. Interesting rock hopping and numerous poois suitable for swimming. Map: Braidwood 1:100000. Leader: Allan MikkeLcen 2540764(h) 2643472(w). Transport cost: about $10. January 29-30 - Big Horseshoe BendllilockuplMt Ayre— Lilo Trip. After a car shuffle we will descend to Big Hoseshoe Bend. Here we will inflate our rubber/canvas (not plastic) lilos and start liloing, arriving the next day at Mt Ayre after camping above the Blockup. We will then climb back tothe can at Bungonia. Map: Touga & Caoura 1:25000. Leader: Alan Vidler2545373(h). Transport Costs: about $20. February 1994 - CYCLE TRIP North Island, New Zealand At this stage we propose to cycle from Auckland to Wellington visiting Rotorua, Taupo, and the Tongariro and Egmont national parks. While most days riding will be short (ie under lOOkms), there could be a few hard days as we would like to cycle, push or walk most of the way up Mount Egmont, Tongariro and Ruapehu. Leaders: Roger & Rosemarie Edwards 288 7863(h). PS: Plan for some great downhill runs Saturday February 5 - Tidbinbilla Mtn & The Pimple M/M Climb Mt Tidbinbilla from Mountain Creek to see the alpine daisies then over to the Pimple for more views and a sighting of the rare Tinigringi Gum; a graceful and small tree. Return via a spur offsouth Tidbinbilla Peak. Map: Tidbinbilla 1:25000 Leader: Murray Dow 257 43 71(h). Transport Costs: about $10. Sunday February 6 - Bundanoon Creek - S-MIE-M We will explore the rainforest gully near the entrance to the old Erith coal mine before taking in some of the famous Bundanoon lookouts. The gorge and cliffs are like miniature Blue Mountains. We will then descend to an excellent swimming hole in Bundanoon Creek for lunch where I will show you a little waterfall hidden in a cave. We will returi by the Fairy Bower F,alls. Map: Bundanoon 1:25000. Leader: Vance Brown 2513997 h). Transport Costs: about $18. Sunday February 6 - Blue Lake Circuit - L/E One of the classic day walks in the Kosciusko National Park. Start from Charlotte Pass, out to Blue Lake, over Carruthers Pass and down to lunch overlooking Lake Albina. Return to the cars is via the Kosciusko Sunmrit. Map Kosciusko 1:50000. Leader: Ian Sinclair 2547034(h) 216253 1(w). Transport Costs: about $25 plus park entry fee. February (4)5-6 - Nadgee Nature Reserve - M/M Take a day's leave to efljoy some ofthe best coastline Southern NSW has to offer! Opportunity for a leisurely coastal walk, swims and wildlife. Easy walking and great fishing. Trip restricted to 8 people so book early. Map: Nadgee 1:25000. Leader: Bill Brown 2489948(h) 2764704(w). Transport Costs: about $40. Note: Friday Night departure

Page 6 February 5-6 - Vickery's Hut//Caves - M/W Saturday will involve a long drive via coffee shops etc to the above area. We intend walking from the cars to Vickery's Hut for a rather up market dinner and camp. Sunday will be different - with a walk back out to the cars and a day walk exploring the Yarrangobilly River from Yans Crossing to the caves (lots of swimming opportunities in this beautiful limestone gorge concluding with the thermal pool near the caves). Map: Kosciusko 1:100000. .0 Leader: Gerald Dodgson 2549452 (h) 2633089 (w). C Transport Costs: about $26. =0 0 0 C Tuesday February 8 - IT Collation 0 8.00pm at the home of Rene Lays, 57 Shannon Circuit, Kaleen preceded by a BBQ starting at 600pm. Sunday February 13 - Majors Creek - M/E This is an easy walk to the waterfall on Major's Creek. Blackberry bushes are passed on the way so ample opportunity to load a bucket with swim at the end. Leader: Barbara Slotemaker De Bruine 2583531 (ii) 2055586 (w). Transport Costs: about $10. Sunday February 13 - Umpteeth Annual Ettrerna Day Trip - S-M/R A chance to see why weekend walkers rave about this area. After an early start, a short steep descent, there will be several hours spent lazing near or in crystal pools. We will exit via a differentroute. Due to the fragility of the area there is a limit of 8 people, but if I can get another leader, I can arrange for a S/R version with another group of eight people, while I lead the S-M/R version (including Myall Creek). Map: Touga/ Nerriga 1:25000. Leader: Alan I/idler 2545373(h). Transport Costs: about $25. February 12-13 - Ettrema - Myall Creek, Jones Creek, Sentry Box Canyon - M/R Enter Ettrema via the spectacular and scenic Myall Creek. A Saturday afternoon side trip downstream to Jones Creek where we walk to the base of the top waterfall - a 2-3+ hour trip depending on the allure of the many swinmiing holes. On Sunday we will to Sentry Box Canyon and meet up with the day trippers for a return to the cars up Rock Slabs Creek. Maps: Nerrga and Touga 1:25000. Leader: Allan Mikkelsen 254 0764(h) 264 3472(w). Transport cost about $25. February 12-13 - Mt Manjar/Mt Black Jack/Wheeler's Hut —L/E Two vantage points in the western (actually, the northern end of the Toblong Range) looking 1300 metres down to the lowlands. We'll camp Saturday night by Ogilvie's Creek (3km west of Round Mountain) and on Sunday walk a circuit to Snakey Plain and Wheeler's Hut before returning via Tongue Bend to Tooma Dam. Map: Yarrangobilly 1:100000 and 1:50 000. Leader: David Truman 254 6700(h), 272 4632(w). Transport Costs: about $28. February 12-13 —Jacobs River - M/M/W From the I wish to walk upstream to have a look around plus some swimming. Return will be the reverse on Saturday. Since this is a summer trip, a relaxed slow pace is the order of the day. Map:Jacobs River 1:100000. Leader: Richard Bain 25748116(h) 2994422(w). Transport Costs: about $25. Monday February 14 - Walks Planning Evening Maurice is hosting a walks planning session/BBQ (BYO everything) at 8.00pm, 8 D'Hage Court, Melba. The session will be preceded by a briefing for new/novice leaders at 700pm, so if you would like to find out what is involved in leading a walk this is a MUST!

Page 7 Wednesday February 16 - Monthly Meeting 8pm at the Dickson Library. Dinner at 6pm at O'Connor Vietnamese Restaurant. Saturday February 19 - Marble Arch - S/E Drive out to and wade through the Shoalhaven to commence the climb up to Big Hole (a limestone sink formation) and then on to Marble Arch for a gourmet lunch - bring something to share. If the day is hot there will be an opportunity for a dip in a deep pool after exploring the fasinating Marble Arch (a limestone cave so bring a torch). Suitable for beginners but be prepared to climb to the Big Hole and then a steeper climb after lunch out ofMarble Arch. A pleasant thy. Map: Kain 1:25000 Leader: Debi Williams 2581645(h) 22506200(w). Transport Costs: about $14. Saturday February 19 - Canoe Trip Clyde River (wet) Ride the morning incoming tide from Nelligen up to Shallow Crossing and camp there overnight. Dawn start on Sunday to ride the outgoing tide back to Nelligen. Canoe based camping. BYO canoe or hire in the ACT. Suit fit beginners. Map: Natmap 8926. Leader: Chris Bellamy 2497167(h) Transport Costs: about $20. Sunday February 20 - Paddy's River, Bullen Range, Murrumbidgee River - M/E- M We will walk upstream on Paddy's River from the Cotter/Murrumbidgeejunction, climb the Bullen Range and follow the fire trail south. Then descend and cross the Murrumbidgee via a wade or swim depending on water levels, and return along the east bank. Opportunities for swimming and perhaps blackberrying. Map: ACT 1:100000. Leader: Allan Mikkelsen 254 0764(h) 264 3472(w). Transport cost about $3. Sunday February 20 - Walk Wanted. Phone or Fax Maurice with details. February 19-20 - Cooleman homestead/Cave Creek -M/E A fascinating area in the northern part ofKosciusko National Park. It includes limestone caves, a picturesque gorge and waterfall, swimming for the very hardy, panormic views, and a chance to see the largest extant 19th century high cotry homestead. We will camp at the junction of Cave Creek and the Goodradigbee River - an excellent spot for trout fishing. Maps: Peppercorn and Rules Point 1:25000. Leader: Gerald Dodgson 2549452(h) 2633 089(w). Transport costs: about $25.. Saturday February 26 - Shoalhaven Block-up - S/M The old flying fox track is the shortest way into the Shoalhaven, the descent is only 300 metres not the usual 590. There is then a short walk along the river to the famous block-up gorge, with its sheer walls on both sides. A ho is handy if you want to float through the gorge. Four wheel drive vehicles (even toy ones like my Subaru) would be useful for this trip. Map:.Caoura 1:25000. Leader: Vance Brown 2513997 (h).. Transport Costs: about $16. Sunday February 27 Currowan Creek & Falls S/M/W An exploration of attractive temperate rainforest. From the base of Mt Budawang near Mongarlowe, we will proceed down Currowan Creek to the top ofthe spectacular Currowan Falls. Due to the thick rainforest travel will be in the creek. Map: Braidwood 1:25000. Leader: an Sinclaiy 2162531 (w) 2547034 (h). Transport Costs: approx $10.. Sunday February 27 A day walk would be great here. Fax details to Maurice 2391369. February 26-27 - Ginini/Goodradigbee/Cave Creek - M/R/W One group will start at Ginini, off Mt Franklin Rd, the other from the start of the Goodradigbee at Pocket Saddle. The route will follow Harry's Spur Fire Trail, Dunns Flat and Goodradigbee River and camp at Cave Creek. On Sunday we return to the can via the Goodradigbee River, Cave Creek or Cooleman Pools. This trip will require two parties of 4 or 8 as a car swap is necessary. You will get your feet wet in a lovely area! Map: CoHn Darn, Peppercorn &Rules Point 1:25000. Leader: Maurice Wicks 2588890(h). Transport Costs: about $25. Page 8 February 26-27 How about a weekend walk please. Something not too rough! Phone orfax Maurice 2588890 (h) Fax 2391369. March (4) 5-7 - The Six Foot Track - Katoomba to Jenolan Caves - M/E Take a long weekend to do this famous walk along the historic track which follows the route travellers used in the 1880s to reachJeholan Caves. Length is 42kms and commences at Katoomba with a descent into Megalong Valley. Maps: Katoomba, Hampton and lenolan 1:25000. Leader: Gerald Dodgson 2549452(h) 26330894v). Transport Costs: about $35 plus $20 for the bus trip back to Katoomba. Tuesday 8 March - Mount Ainslie breakfast walk - VS/E This is a pre-work walk to enjoy the early morning and mark the end of daylight saving. We will meet at 5:30am behind the War Memorial at the base of Mount Ainslie and walk up to the summit with the sunrise and enjoy a chicken and champagne breakfast. Those needing to get to work early can return to the cars by track while the rest will use a longer and more interesting return route. Map: Canberra street directory or ACT 1:100000 . Leader: Allan Mikkelsen 2540764(h) 2643472(w). Please contact leader by 8.30 pm Monday if you are coming. Sunday March 13 - Long Point to Badgerys Spur - M/M/W This is a classic walk along one of the most beautiful parts of the Shoalhaven Gorge. We descend the track from Long Point to the warmest river in the area, and at the end ofthe walk, ascend the Badgerys Spur track. It is necessary to cross the river which may be best done by a swim so waterproof your pack. The stretch along the river is mainly easy going but with some fairly gentle rock-hopping. Lunch (prolonged) is at an idyllic spot with a wide sandy beach, magnificent views and a good swimming hole. Map: Caoura 1:25000 Leader: Vance Brown 251 3997 (home). Transport Costs: about $18. A car shuffle is necessary. Sunday March 13 - Blue Gum Creek - M/R After walking up to Booroomba Rocks I propose to drop down into Blue Gum Creek and follow it down to Bushfold Flats. The afternoon will be spent traversing Mt Tennant. A short car swap will be required. Map: A CT 1:100000. Leader: Roger and Rosernarie Edwards 288 7863(h) 295 4598(w). Transport Costs: about $10. Note: Limit of 10. March (11) 12-14 Barrnah Forest and Launch at or below heading for picnic point and Barmah. Enjoy camping from canoes on the best of the Murray. Lovely sandy beaches and red gum forests en route. Paddlers should enjoy fast moving water. Suit fit beginners. BYO canoe or hire from Echuca. Combined NPA/CBWC trip. Map: Natmap 7826. Leader: Chris Bellamy 249 7167(h). Transport Costs: about $80. March 12-13 - Mt Hoddle - M/M From the Nerriga entrance to the Budawangs we will proceed past and around Mt South to visit Mt Hoddle and Hoddlle's Castle Hill. Saturday night's camp and the return path will be established en route. Map: CMWBudawangs. Leader: Richard Bain 2574816(h) 2994422(w). Transport costs: about $18. March 18-22 or 22-24 January - Ettrema Gorge and Cabbage Tree Creek - M/R See January 22-24 entry. Ring Eric or Pat for information. March 19-21 (Canberra Day) —Jagungal/Brooks Hut - M/M From Round Mountain carpark we will follow the fire trail to Mtjagungal to camp at the sunmit (weather permitting) - water is available near top. Sunday over to Brooks Hut via the fire trail to camp. Return via Table Top Mountain and fire trail to Mt Selwyn. Maps: Kosciusko, Tantangara, Berridale and Yarrangobilly 1:100000. Leader: Harriette Wilson 24 74284(h) 2495994(w). Enquiries & Transport Co-ordinator: Richard Bain 2574816 (h). Transport Costs: about $25.

Page 9 March 26-27 - - M/E Two contrasting day walks in beautiful sandstone country, after Friday night spent in or near : (1) Otford to Wattamolla (along the coast), and (2) Uloola and Karloo Tracks (Waterfall to Heathcote via Blue Pools, Uloola Falls and Karloo Pool). Take your swimmers and camera. If time and enthusiasm permit, we could also walk part ofthe Bullawan-ing Track in Heathcote National Park (fromWaterfall). Map: Royal National Park. Leader: David Truman 2546700 (h), 2724632 (w). Transport Cost: about $35. April 1-4 (Easter Weekend) - The Cobberas - M/M-R The Cobberas are a collection of volcanic peaks situated in far north-eastern Victoria adjacent to Mt Kosciusko, ie south bfThe Pilot. They consist ofCobberas No I and No 2 and several minor peaks including Cleft Peak and Moscow Peak. These peaks are quite isolated and hence seldom visited compared to other peaks in the . Access for this walk will be via the Barry Way and Black Mountain Track to Native Dog Flat. The walk will follow Tin Mine road to Cowombat Flat and then back over The Cobberas to Native Dog Flat. Map: Jacobs River 1:100000. Leader: Harriette Wilson 247 4284(h) 249 5994(w) Transport Co-ordinator and Enquiries: Richard Bain 257 4816(h) 2994422(w). Transport Costs: about $30. Sunday April 10 - Bungonia Gorge, Shoalhaven River - M/M-R We will descend into the spectacular Bungonia Gorge via the steep red track. Our route then proceeds through the sheer rock-walled gorge to the famous "boulders". To get past these it is necessary, in places, to go round, over, under and through them; so be prepared for some scrambling (this is the rough bit). Then there is a straightforward walk along Bungonia Creek to the Shoalhaven and a little gentle rock-hopping to reach a delightful sandy lunch spot with the inevitable swimming hole. The return to the cars is via a direct route, rather steep at the start, past Mount Ayre. The total ascent is about 500 metres. Map: Caoura 1:25000. Leader: Vance Brown 251 3997 (Ii). Transport Costs: about $17 (including a contribution to the park fee). April 9-10 - Hume and Hovell Track: Brindabella Road to the Snowy Mis Highway - LIE This is a beautiful section ofthe track, taking in sedgeland and snowgumwoodland ofMicalong Swamp Flora Reserve, Mt Nimbo, The Hole, waterfitlls and wet forest through to Thomas Boyd Trackhead at Goobarragandra (where we'll camp), then over a metal swing bridge and through more wet forest to reach the south ofTumut. Map: Brindabella and 1:100 000, or fiobbys Plains, Lacinalac and Blowering 1:25 000. Leader: David Truman 2546700(h), 2724632(w). Transport Costs: about $35. April (22) 23-25 ANZAC DAY Long Weekend - The Viking (2nd Attempt) - MIM The October long weekend was without doubt a weekend not to be forgotten by the party of 8 who went to the Viking. Only 4 made it to the summit. Half of the party didn't know where the other half was for half of the trip, along with the worst floods for many years. The universe was out to get me! This attempt will not fail and the sun will shine. The trip in short, somewhere near Catherine Station to the Viking and back. Camp on the tops with breathtaking views. Map: Howitt 1:100000. Leader: Richard Bain 2574816(h) Transport Costs: about $55. April 23 - 25 ANZAC DAY Long Weekend- Mt Cloudmaker/Ti-WillalGingra Range - LIM Superb views from Kanangra Tops and the ridges between the Walls, Ti Willa Plateau and the Kowmung. Friday night we'll camp at the Boyd River campground, and Saturday we'll follow the Gangerang Range over High and Mighty, Stormbreaker, Rip, Rack, Roar and Rumble to a little beyond Cloudmaker, to camp at Dex Creek. Sunday we'll traverse Ti-Willa Plateau and descend via the spikes of Compagnoni Pass to the Kowmung. Monday we'll ascend the Sixth, Fifth, Fourth etc Tops along the Gingra Range to return to Kanangra Walls. Map: Kanangra and Yerranderie 1:25000. Leader: David Truman 254 6700(h), 272 4632(w). Transport Costs: about $38.

Page 10 April 30 - May 1 - Byangee Walls - M/M-R Leave Canberra at about lunchtime Saturday and drive via the Western Distributor to Yadboro for a car camp. We will share a (relatively) gourmet Saturday Evening meal. An early start on Sunday for a scenic. walk with day-packs to the base of the Castle, through Castle Gap, and onto Byangee Mountain via an easy scramble up a steep gully. We will explore the top of Byangee with a walk out towards Pickering Point. There will be great views of the Castle, Shrouded Gods, Clyde Gorge and other Central Budawangs. Limit of 12. Joint walk with Family Bushwalkers. Please book by Tuesday evening. Maps: Corang 1:25000 or CMWBudawangs. Leader: Allan Mikkelsen 254 0764(h) 264 3472(w). Transport cost about $22. May 7-8 - The Kerries/Mawsons Hut - M/M From Guthega power station up the aqueduct track to Schlink Pass and then across The Kerries to Mawsons Hut. Sunday will be back across The Kerries and down Disappointment Spur. Map: Kosciusko 1:100000. Leader: Richard Bain 2574816(h) 2994422(w). Transport Costs: about $25 plus national park entrancefees. Sunday May 15 - Mt Clear - M/M We'll leave cars at the Mt Clear campground, head southeast to Mt Clear, then north through splendid snow gums and snowgrass before dropping back down and heading cross country back to the cars. Tea or coffee and a cup essential! Map: and Colinton 1:25000 or ACT 1:100 000. Leader: David Truman 2546700(h) 2724632(w). Transport Costs: about $11. May 28-29 - The Grose Valley - M/E We'll camp Friday night above Perry's Lookdown and on Saturday morning, starting from near Mount Victoria, we'll take the track past Victoria Falls down to the Blue Gum Forest, and camp at Acacia Flat. On Sunday we'll ascend to Evans Lookout and continue through the Grand Canyon to the trackhead above Neate's Glen. Map: Katootnba and Mt Wilson 1:25 000 or Blue Mts-Burragorang. Leader: David Truman 2546700(h) 2724632(w). Transport Costs: about $40. PREVIEWS

JUNE LONG WEEKEND June 11-13 - Danjera Creek to Twelve Apostles Spur and Possibility Point. 'This walk presents a range ofterrain from open forest and creek bed to semi-rainforest with the ultimate reward ofa magnificent lookout over Ettrema Gorge' - from Fitzroy Falls and Beyond. Leaders: Genevieve Aiken and Harriette Wilson 2495994(w) 2474284(h).

CHRISTMAS 1994 - NEW ZEALAND: MT ASPIRING NATIONAL PARK & SURROUNDS A number of years ago I organized a four week trip that included tramps in the Matukituki, Wilkin, and Beans Burn . Along with these rivers different parties went over Rabbit Pass, Cascade Saddle, Fiery Col, The Routeburn, Greenstone/Caples etc. Iffinances allow I plan to visit the area again next Christmas/ New Year. I would also like to put a party through to Neils Beach starting from Ram Flat. This would be a major 3-4 week trip through and over some of the best country N.Z has to offer. Because of the popularity of N.Z at this time of the year I need to make flight bookings in the first quarter of 1994. 1 can organize the trip so all types of trampers (Aussies use the word Bushwalker) are satisfied. Withjet boats, food drops, local and international transport to organize please indicate your interest at the earliest opportunity by calling Maurice Wicks 258 8890(h) Initially Map: Mount Aspiring National Park Map 1:150000 will give a good overview. Approx Cost $1000.00

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Work Home Fax PRESIDENT: Gerald Dodgson 2633089 2549452 2633868 VICE PRESIDENT/TREASURER: Janet Edstein 2058033 288 1398 2058026 C SOCIAL SECRETARY: Sue Vidler 2723553 2545373 2723765 CORRESP6NDENCE SECRETARY: Paul Edstein - 271 4514 2881398 2714555 WALK SECRETARY: Maurice Wicks (018) 488893 2588890 2391369 ASSISTANT WALK SECRETARY: Michael Pedvin 2775177 2885751 MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY: Roger Edwards 2954598 2887863 MINUTE SECRETARY: Ann Gibbs-Jordan 2802105 241 5775 EDITOR: Harriette Wilson 2495994 2474284 2571433 PUBLISHER: Gate Byers 2926989 CONSERVATION OFFICER: Vacant

David Campbell 272 2025(w) 254 1511(h) is the Search and Rescue Officer, Michael Pedvin 2775177(w) 288 5751(h) is the Check- in Officer, Margaret Cole 288 6947(h) and Mike Morriss 288 6947(h) are the Conservation Council representatives, Paul Edstein 271 4514(w) 288 1398(h) is the Public Officer, Alan Vidler is the Club Record Keeper, Doug Wright is the Club Archivist and Maurice Wicks 258 8890(h) is the Equipment Officer.

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