:4 BUSH WAL KING ii CLUB INC. NEWSLEUER P.O. Boxl6O, Canhe rra, A.0 T. 2601

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VOLUME 27 JANUARY1991 NUMBER 1

JANUARY MONThLY MEETiNG

WHERE? Uriarra Crossing

WHEN? Wednesday 16 January 1991, 5.30 pm

WHAT? Join members and friends for the traditional and informal barbeque in the coolness and shade of Uriarra. Swimming facilities are available as well as wood barbeques and abundant, vibrant conversation!

BYO the lot! Especially matches for the wood barbeques!

See you there any time after 5.30 pm

Drive along Uriarra Road until you come to the yellow ribbon or corroboree frog marking the suprise turn to the left. If you happen to come to the bridge then you have gone about 1 km too far.

Any enquiries, call Debi on 250 6200 (w) or 258 1645 (h).

PRESIDENTS PRATTLE

Summer is with us. As responsible walkers, it is time to take care of heat stress and of fires. In relation to heat stress, you need to drink up to 3 litres of water a day. I find it is a good practice to drink lots of water in the morning before setting out. While we have these tong days, it is also a good idea if you can get away early so that you can rest up during the hottest part of the day. And while it may be appropriate to not use salt at home, make sure you do get some salt when exercising. For more on this I refer you to the article on heat stress in this issue of IT.

As for fires, it is a good move at this time of the year to take food with you that does not need cooking. Check first if there are fire bans, and if fires have to be lit, make sure they are small and well-protected. As dead timber is a habitat for the local inhabitants, both flora and fauna, it is safer to use a choofer rather than light a wood fire. David Campbell

MEMBERSHIP MATTERS

New Members TheClub welcomes the following new members: Bruce Beaumont, Cate Byers, Marc Cattini, Lynn Dalgarno, Renny Horsburgh, Fiona Lynn, Grahame Muller, David Poulter, James Stoney, John Reid, Denis Wright,

MONOLITH VALLEY REPORT

On Sunday 28 October 1990, a group of 10 Canberra Bushies and two NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service personnel laid down the last log, drove in the last spike and in so doing, completed the 1990 CBC Monolith Valley Programme. Great stuff! With a small party, such as we had, it was heads down the whole weekend. The only distraction was Rosemarie's attempt at removing a finger. It was insufficient reason however for her to give up the sledge hammer! Margaret and Kate cooked food for 15. The pay-off for the small party was that we however, having done the work for more than 15, had no difficulty in eating all the food our caterers had supplied - and then some!

(For those of you who were unable to join us on any of the work parties in 1990). In 1989, we carried out path relocation and stabilisation from Nibelung Pass to the bridge we erected over the headwaters of Viney Creek, in the middle of the Monoliths. This year our work continued north from the bridge, between Seven Gods and Mt Cole - through the Green Room and its beautiful ferns and mosses - and west between Donjon and Mt Cole.

Before closing the chapter on our 1990 efforts, we have to submit a final report to the NSW Heritage Commission, the source of our $3000 grant for 1990. It is my intention that the Club should use this document to record all our efforts in Monolith Valley, starting with the Club's initiative in banning camping in, or lighting tires in Monolith Valley. What will be needed are photographs from the respective work trips - and any other photographs which be of historical significance, reflecting the Club's involvement in this area.

Many of you have put an effort into the 1990 programme. In all, the Club contributed 102 work days over three work weekends (there was one day planning trip). This is an impressive effort by the Club and its members and is a case of all of us putting 'our muscle where our mouth is' when it comes to conservation issues.

Over my two and a half years of involvement with the programme there are several people who have stood out, in terms of their intitiative and effort. While the effort and support of the Club as a whole has been important the work of Anton Cook, Barbara Cook, Margo Simington, Doug Wright, Julie Andrew, Mike Morriss, Tessa Segrave and our caterers Margaret Cole, Kate Moore and Carolyn Ho stand out.

Thank you for a great effort

David Campbell HEAT STRESS (HYPERTHERMIA)

While many of the Club's walks in the summer months are mostly along streams, these walks, such as those is the Shoalhaven Gorge, can involve a lot of effort in getting down to the river and getting back up to the vehicles. Awareness by walkers and walk leaders of the characteristics of and responses to the different levels of heat stress is an advantage.

Heat stress is a raised body temperature which can lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke.

Precautlois: in hot humid weather, wear light, loose-fitting clothing have frequent stops at shaded/airy sites avoid walking during the heat of the day drink plenty of water, up to 3 litres per day. A pinch of salt in the water bottle will help.

Heat cramps: Usually because of too low a salt level, not necessarily dehydrated. Involves sudden and painful contraction of a muscle. Respond by stretching and massaging muscle and giving sips of rehydration liquid. eg . mug of water with pinch of salt and a teaspoon of sugar.

Heat exhaustion: Can be exertion, dehydration and low salt induced. Untreated can lead to heat stroke.

Dehydration-Initiated: Involves thirst, restlesness and irritability, fatigue, drowsiness, urine output down, continued perspiration and impaired judgment. Respond by placing the individual in a shaded/airy site, loosen clothing, give rehydration liquid (as above), sponge skin with cold water, and rest. Recovery can take more than 24 hours. Sat-depletion initiated: Involves cramps, lassitude, may involve a frontal headache, giddiness, not wanting to eat, vomiting and diarrhoea, rapid heart rate and pale, moist,clammy skin.. - Respome is as for dehydration-initiated, but make sure that rehydration liquid, not just water is given. If heat exhaustion is not treated it can lead to heat stroke.

Heat stroke: is distinguishable from heat stress by coma, delirium, convulsion. Respond by removing most of clothing, if water is limited, sponge with urine, and fan person. Do not immerse the person in cold water as this will impede cooling through surface blood flow. Then treat as for heat exhaustion. Emergency services will be required to evacuate the person involved.

(Based on notes supplied by Bob Wood of the Alpine Trek and the Victorian Bushwalking and Leadership Cettificate).

CLUB HANGI at Rene Lays', Sattwday 23 March, 5 pm, seMng 6 pm, cost $5.00

For the uninitiated, a hangi consists of traditional Pacific island food, cooked in a pit in the ground, covered in soil. The food is usually a pig, goat, chicken with fruit and vegetables, cooked slowly over a long period of time.

The hangi at Rene's is a repeat of the one we had a few years ago. This menu will be a butt of beef with vegetables - potato, pumpkin, sweet potato and onion.

To ensure this 'do' is a success we need many helpers on the Friday night to: locate the pit we used last time gather some firewood fill the pit with firewood, light and tend the tire some people to tend the fire overnight wrap the meat wrap all the vegetables in little parcels of foil, and on the Saturday:

rake out the coals by 9.30 am and put in the meat and vegetables cover the pit with soil and leave till serving time just before 6 pm dig out the meat and vegetables eat and enfoyl

The above tasks are given in detail to allow all to participate, instead of a very few people doing all the work. So please help! It's great fun as well. The Friday night is a social night on its own, so bring some nibbles and something to drink. People coming on Saturday evening are asked to BYO drinks, cup, plate, knife and fork and also a salad to share. -

ViP! For cate*ig puposes pre-paymen of $5 by 20 March is reqLted. Early payment would also be appreciated. Payments to Debi Williams (Social Secretary) on phone 258 1645 (h).

Slave labour offers to Rene Lays on phone 241 7862 (h).

Come along and enjoy the commotion that goes into a hangi and also enjoy the food and company.

WALK REPORTS

Shoaj'iaqenRfrer - 10-11 November The preview promised a memorable weekend on the Shoalhaven. The hot weather leading up to it gave me visions of splashing in clear water, among shimmering rocks. We got there by driving to Bungonia village and by not taking the gorge turnoff but the next left, 200 metres further. After Hillydale, the road deteriorates. The last 4 km inside Morton N.P. are rough but the two cars made it to Bullion Hill without too much trouble. 4

We got going about 10.30 am with the sun ablaze in a cloudless sky. From the track head we could see a long way up and down stream. Glass green water trickled down the gorge, lazily sliding around the hills and frothing as it poured over the rapids. It was 300 metres down to the inviting haven of shoals. The seven of us hot-footed down the steep Assay buttress and wasted no time in chalking up our first swim. There was no need to test the water, it was painless. We continued upstream over gravel bars with casuarina saplings still bent from the last flood. At Little Horseshoe Bend the strung-out group forded the knee-deep river and trudged along a glaring sweep of coarse sand, bordered by polished pink rocks.

In the shade of the she-oaks we had our sandwiches, then in the heat of the day turned up Tim's Gully to find out what Sparkes Falls were all about. The side creek was dry for the first kilometre, then pools became intermittent. Suddenly I smelt goats and soon after we saw several small ones, their hooves clattering rapidly as they took fright. The falls were all but dried up, but the pool at the base refreshed two of us while the others discussed microeconomics.

About 5 pm we got back to camp. This was an idyllic grassy shelf among tall casuarinas. Below us a sloping beach led to a deep pool while all around, forested slopes reached up to craggy heights. Despite the heat, Damian was peacefully zipped up in his tent. "Where's the tea?" our parched team croaked on arrival. "There's no wood' responded the tent. 'Damien, you are surrounded by trees". "Well, there's none stacked up, I mean". I then realised that this was a less than perfect campsite.

As the sun retreated and the others did their cooking, I went down to the pool to enjoy the quiet gorge. On and on the water ceaselessly flowed, mysteriously fed by these dry slopes. Rumbling of rock falls drifted on the still air. Magpies and kookaburras called and a lone sea eagle sailed over. There were no clouds to paint, so the sky just slowly lost its colour.

(Sunday) The grand plan was to check out Wineglass Tor. This rock is only three and a half kilometres away but 400 metres up and then down again. Instead, four of us went up river as an easier alternative. The other three took it even easier still. We charged out of the shadows and plunged into the river, momentarily destroying the reflections. Washed-away Creek was going to be our exit route so we planted our packs there, in trees, hopefully out of reach of the omnipresent goats.

Hopping along the water's edge, we first came upon a dog, then Chris saw two good-sized fish and then a wallaby splashed across the river. We got to within halt a kilometre of Nerrimunga Creek and then had to turn back. It was soon after in deep shade that I heard something squeal. When my eyes adjusted I saw at arm's length a brown snake wrapped around an bushrat. The snake was frantically biting the rat's throat. I froze. After half a minute they rolled off the ledge and landed near my feet. The snake momentarily lost its grip and the rat darted towards the water. The snake shot after him. Splosh, the rat leapt into the river. I waited for the snake to follow. Instead he doubled back and came towards me. At two metres distance he stopped, looked me up and down and then slid away among rocks. For the next half hour I travelled on full alert.

After a final swim and a cup of tea, we were off, up the stony staircase of Washed-away Creek. The narrow creek offered pleasant scrambling but little in the way of swimming or botanical interest. More goats were encountered at close range. Finally we reached an amphitheatre too troublesome to climb, so we retreated a little and climbed steeply for 200 metres up an open slope. Fujio kept us informed of our ascent with his wrist watch altimeter. Careful navigation by Chris took us back to the road, close to the cars. An hour and a half later we were at Shiu Wah, a Chinese eatery in Goulburn which seems to have changed little since the fifties.

The promise of a memorable weekend and my vision of it have definitely been fulfilled. Something to say about same time next year? Eddy De Wilde

December River Wa&hig

In early December I was fortunate enough to participate in three quite different but excellent river walks with the club. Beside the water and swimming the only other common factor was the flies! Rid, Aeroguard, or some similar preparation is an essential piece of equipment on such trips. Siziday December 2- CtIe Gap and Clyde Gorge

Due to few takers George Carter abandoned his plans tqcamp on top of Byangee Walls and ran his trip as a standard day walk from Canberra. Eight of us (a small party compared to previous years) made the early start for what I consider to be one of the best day walks on the Club program. It has a little bit of everything - a couple of kilometres with 300 metre climb up a partly overgrown fire trail to warm up, a spectacular walk along the base of the cliffs of the Castle and Byangee Walls (including the aptly named Cathedral Cave with its subdued light and tree ferns), and a steep descent down a series of ridges to the Clyde River for lunch.

The afternoon was then spent wandering down the Clyde on an old fire trail sampling the many excellent pools and admiring the views of Pigeon House, Talaterang, Byangee and the Castle. The water levels in the Clyde were quite low this year (a crossing place which is usually chest deep was only thigh deep this time) but there were still ample pools for swimming. There are better rivers for swimming than the Clyde but I know of none that can match the scenery and overall effect. A late return reminded us again that petrol cannot be obtained in Braidwood after 7.00pm on Sunday without a long wait and shelling out an opening fee to the NRMA agent.

December 8-9, EndiicWshoamaven Junction

This walk was to an area not often visited by the Club offering great walking. A party of four, Alan, Tessa, David and Allan set off from Canberra at 600am on a very hot day, hoping to complete an expected track bash to reach the river before it got too hot. Fortunately, we discovered that the road in to the locked gate short of Douglass Paddock (Nerriga 185350) was trafficable in my two wheel drive car and we thus saved about 7 km of track walking. A walk of about 34 km on track, across paddocks, and light scrub brought us to a vantage point high above the junction of the Endrick and Coolumburra Creek. A descent invoMng a bit of rock scrambling and following a goat track (literally -. a family of about seven goats preceded us) down a sharp ridge saw us reach the river for our first swim at about 1015am.

A forty minute walk saw us at the Shoalhaven for another swim in the warmer waters of that river with water levels much lower than remembered by Alan from his previous visit in about 1975. We then began the long rock hop up the Endrick to meet up with Vance's party on Sunday. This river is an absolute rock hoppers' delight with lots of top class pools and camp sites at regular intervals. One bad point is the large number of feral goats, particularly in the lower reaches where we saw and heard numerous flocks. On occasion we had to force our way through casuarinas growing in the rock and sand but at no stage was there thick scrub. A reasonably hard day of about 10km rock hopping including two compulsory swims (and lots of optional ones) saw us camp just upstream from the Titringo Creek junction. There are numerous good camp sites between the Shoalhaven and this creek but relatively few between there and the falls.

After a night which included watching a multitude of fireflies as we played cards by torchlight (it is useful to have four on a trip) we made an early start at about 7.00am, had our first swim in the heat before 7.30 and reached the falls before 10.00, a couple of hours ahead of Vance's party. This is a really lovely river and highly recommended to anyone who enjoys rock hopping. However, access to the gorge other than the route used by us and near the falls appears to be extremely rough or in some place impossible.

December15- 16 Canoe FIaUBUY Btloo's Catwon & Crown

Our party of seven made the usual entry to Canoe Flat down Badgery's Spur and down the Shoalhaven. Water levels were very low and there were no really compulsory swims, unlike the usual access. One benefit was that the river was incredibly clean and clear so that we all used the Shoalhaven water with no side effects. The real attractions of this trip were the side trips planned by Chris and the first, on Saturday afternoon up Tallowal Creek and Billy Bulloo's Canyon dragged five of us away from camp. The creek was almost dry with only occasional shallow pools with the only swimmable pool at the head of the canyon. One memorable event was when we found a feral sheep, heavy with wool and apparently so injured that it could not stand. After much deliberation we decided that we had to despatch it to save it further suffering -. not an experience I would welcome again. 10

The early Sunday expedition to climb Billy Bulloo's Crown saw us reduced to three, Chris Roger and myself. A very steep climb of about 350 metres had us at the base of the cliffs of the Crown. Several routes up looked as if they may be possible but without a rope and not wishing to take unnecessary risks we were soon deterred and returned to the river without actually reaching the summit. I would be interested to hear from any members who have reached the top of Billy Bulloo's Crown which route they used. For the third side trip, downstream on the Shoalhaven, Chris' followers were reduced to one only. This section of river was very enjoyable with a couple of small rapids where we could ride and frolic to overcome the oppressive heat. We returned to the camp site where we collected the others from their rest and ended the day with the long climb up Badgery's Spur to the cars.

I heartily recommend summer river walking to all'members of the club.

Allan Mikkelsen

WALK PREVIEWS

January 26-28 - Snowy RWer Canoe and Raft trip Maps: Jacobs Creek 1:100000 and Murrindal 1:100000 After last October's abbreviated trip we will have another attempt at the Willis to McKillops Bridge section of the Snowy River. To ensure that we make it this time, I would strongly suggest that people not familiar with canoe touring should obtain a raft. If you cannot obtain a raft, do not come on the trip!

February 2-3 - Tomat FaIlls and Bindocic Gorge - M/R Maps: Mittagong 1:63360 and Bindook 2": 1 mile We will drive west of Mittagong to Goodmand Ford. From there we take a yejy rough road to Barralier. The walk will take us down the Wollondilly, 4 km to Tomat Creek/Falls. A swimmer's paradise given the right conditions. Camp will be somewhere between Tomat Creek and Bindook Gorge depending where we find water. Sunday morning we walk to Bindook Chasm and descend a very steep route to Bindook itself. Lunch will be at the junction with Murruin Creek. From there we walk down to the MurruinMollondilly junction and down to Barralier and the cars. Rene Lays February 5- BSkbernjlng at Murray's Corner - S/E During February Doug Wright will again organise evenings to pick blackberries at Murray's Corner. Drive out after work, along the road to Tidbinbilla, past Cotter Dam. Fill your bickets, barbeque your chops and talk over the screeching white cockatoos. Dine in style by candlelight. If you want more - - information phone Doug on 281 4148. First evening 5 February, other evenings will be arranged.

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Jeff and Jan Howe are expected home (and back walking with the Club) in late January after their year in 'Canada. Their spare time was spent in some very interesting walking and touring on the North American continent including Alaska, the Rockies, the Canadian West Coast Trail and of course the famous Nàtional Parks of the US. They sho'uld have some interesting çhotos and tales for fellow members on their return.

To ALL INTENDING IrCONTRIBUTORSI

Please help your Editor by observing IT closing dates!

All information on proposed walks MUST be with the Walks Secretary bStTf'e IT closing date. ActMty Programme

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 other factors. The figures given for individual trips are rough estimates only, based on four people per car -. the cost may re if cars are only partly filled.

Check-in I Contact Officer for the club is Chris Leslie 251 6123(h). He (NOT the Police or other bodies) should be the first point of contact for worried relatives if you are late returning from a trip. Leaders must also report the safe return OR cancellation of their trip to the check-in officer.

Saturday January 12- Goodradlgbee ISo Trip - SIIW Start from the Brindabella Bridge. Good rapids for liloing/rafting towards Flea Creek. When finished, walk back 3 to 4 km by track (the river meanders, the track does not). This trip is usually NOT suitable for first time liloers. Please discuss with leader if you fit this category. Leader Bill Brown 248 9948(h) 276 4984(w). Transport cost about $11.

Janua.y12-13-Thross3óiQe -MR Walk in to Tuross Cascades on Saturday for swimming and rock hopping. We will explore the top of Tuross Falls before walking out along the fire trail to our campsite above the Tuross/Bumberry Creek junction. On Sunday we descend to the river and work back up the gorge to the base of the falls with lots of compulsory swims, rock hopping, and boulder scrambling. Confidence on rock essential. See preview in November IT. Map: Be/owra 1:25000. Leader. A/lan Mikke/sen 254 0764(h), 264 3472(w). Transport cost about $20.

January 12-13-11th Amual Btnnberry Creek, Twoss Gorge - Heaven for dedicated rock hoppers, absolute hell for others. Several short descents with the aid of a rope (not abseiling), numerous compulsory swims, and many hours of constant rock hopping/boulder scrambling. Will possibly meet up with the Tuross Gorge and Bludge trips on Sunday. See preview in December IT. Map: Belowra 1:25000. Leader. Chris Leslie 251 6123(h) 251 3400(w). Transport cost about $20..

January 12-13- Etfremt Duzigeon Canyon - Galows Gully - LIR We will walk down the long and enjoyable Dungeon Canyon with time for swims. Scramble back via Gallows Gully. Some rope work. See preview in December IT. Map: Touga 1:25000. I aa.t,. John /'Ons 231 6326(h), 276 6582(w). Transport cost about $17.

StziØay. Janaaiy 13-7th ArmS Tines Ceecades Bludge - SI! Walk about 3 km down a fire trail to a great swim/bludge spot. Tuross Cascades is a series of rock pools one of which has a natural waterslide. There is an optional side trip (S/M) to spectacular Tuross Falls if someone will lead it, where we will meet up with the survivors of the weekend Bumberry and Tuross Gorge trips. See preview in November IT. Map: Be/owra 1:25000. Leader Vance Brown 251 3997(h). Transport cost about $20.

Wednesday January 16- BBQ at UrWra - SI! The January monthly meeting will take the form of a BYO barbecue at Uriarra Crossing. See Page 1 for details.

Jam.ary 19-20-Folly Pon- IvVM Great walking in the starting from Newhaven Gap and wandering down to Hidden Valley. Visit the aboriginal Bora ground and generally explore the area. If raining we will camp at the Dark Brothers cave. On Sunday more exploring and a climb up Sturgiss Mountain with good views. Map: CMW Budawangs. Leader A/an Davey 281 3545(h). Transpért cost about $22.

Jarwy 19420 - Etifema Myal - Etirema - Jones - Salty Bw Canyon - MR Descend via spectacular and scenic Myall Creek to Ettrema for an early camp near a swimming hole. Next morning we will go downstream to Jones Creek (to me, the pick of the Ettrema system), walk up it to the base of the top waterfall then return - a 2-3+ hour trip depending on the allure of the many swimming holes. We return to the cars via Sentry Box Canyon and up the down route to be used on the day trip in February. Map: Touga 1:25000. Leader. A/an Vid!er254 5373(h) 243 5315(w). Transport cost about $22.

&mday January 20- BfrrIgaI Rock Shaker - Gibraltar Peak Mushmom Rock - M/E This walk takes in the site of the oldest recorded human occupation in the region and other interesting features of the Birrigai area. Map: 7idbinbi/la 1:25000. Leader: Margaret Co/e 288 6947(h). Transport cost about $7.

Sunday January 20- Blue Lake Circuit - L/E One of the classic day walks in the Kosciusko National Park. Start from Charlottes Pass, out to Blue Lake, over Carruthers Peak and down to lunch overlooking Lake Albina. Return to the cars via the Kosciusko summit. Map: Kosciusko 1:50000. Leader Gerald Dodgson 254 9452(h) 263 3065(w). Transport cost about $28.

TuesdayJanuary22-MolongloGorgeEveningWak-S/E An evening walk starting at about 6.00pm 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 after dark so bring a torch. Map: ACT 1:100000. Leader. A/Ian Mikkelsen 254 0764(h) 264 3472(w). Bookings by 8.00pm Monday please. -

Wednesday January 23 - It Closing, the Editor, 56 Woolner Circuit, Hawker. Phone 254 5373.

January 25-28 - Kanangra, Kowmtmg area - MM to LIWW Annual trip to Kanangra, Kowmung area. Abseiling and or cascading involved. Grading depends on water levels. Maximum of 6 people. Leader N/c BendeIi286 1921(h).

January 26-28 - Nadgee Nature Reserve - S/E plus options Features easy walking on beaches, headlands, and coastal heathlands with lots of opportunities for swimming, fishing, rock pool viewing, feasting and bludging. There will be an optional day walk south to Cape Howe with its spectacular sandhills Book early, as the limit set by the Nature Reserve rangers is not flexible. Leader Bill Brown 248 9948(h) 276 4984(w). Transport cost about $40.

January 26-28 - Cycle Trip: Happy Jacks - LIHIIIy Drive to Adaminaby. Cycle Kiandra - Cabramurta - Tumid Pond - Eucumbene - Adminaby'via Happy Jacks Road. Hill&aplenty - low gears required. May be a bit rough. Exploratory trip! See preview in December It. Maps; Various 1:100000. Leader. John iOns 231 6326(h), 276 6582(w). Transport cost about $25. -

January 26-28 - Shoaihaven RWer - M/M An exploratory trip (for me) on the walking downstream from Oallen Ford. We will, as time and inclination allow, explore any interestinglooking side creeks. There will be ample opportunities for swimming. Members wishing to lilo are welcome. Maps: OaI/en & Endrick 1:25000. Leader. Allan Mikke/sen254 0764(h) 264 3472(w). Transport cost aboUt $16.

January 26-28 - Snowy RWer Canoe and Raft Trip Willis to McKillops Bridge section of the Snowy River. For more details including transport cost contact leader. Leader John Kyatt 238 2517(h) 276 3512(w).

Saturday February 2 (PM) - Kambah Pool to Pine Island - S/E A pleasant afternoon stroll along the river with swimming on the way. Bring food for dinner on the river. Map: ACT 1:160000. Leader, Vance Brown 251 3997(h). Transport cost about $4.

February 2-3 - Rtvers and Ralnforests of the Budawangs - MM On Saturday, we will walk in through Monolith Valley and the famous 'green room', follow the magnificent upper Angel. Creek rainforest to the top of Crooked Falls then descend into Hollands Gorge to camp. Sunday will be a swimming day as we follow Hollands Creek to the Clyde River and sample numerous pools and beaches. Map: Corang 1:25000. Leader. George Carter 251 2130(h) 263 3549(w). Transport cost about $22. r] Februaly 2-3 - Tomat Pals and Blidook Gorge - WR The walk will commence at Barralier, down Wollondilly 4 km to Tomat Creek/Falls. Camp between Tomat Creek and Bindook Gorge. Sunday walk to Bindook Chasm to Bindook, lunch at Murruin junction, back to Barralier. See preview this IT. Map: Mittagong 1:63360, Bindook 2' to 1 mile. Leaders: Rene Lays and A/an Vidler254 5373(h) 243 5315(w). Transport cost about $25.

Staiay February 3- Nursery Creek and Fals - WE A pleasant walk on tracks through forest and a high grassland valley to an Aboriginal rock painting site and waterfalls at the head of Nursery Creek. Map: Rendezvous Creek 1:25000. Leader Mike Morriss 288 6947(h), 289 3422(w). Transport cost about $8.

Tuesday February 5- Bckberrykig at Murmys Corner - S/E Drive out to Murrays Corner on the Cotter River (past the dam) after work and join those who will be there picking blackberries in the vicinity. At dusk we have supper by candlelight (still evenings guaranteed!). Barbecue facilities are available. See preview this IT. For further information phone Doug Wright 282 4148(h).

Sattrday February 9- Itree Peaks - lldbthbla - SIE Visit the Pyramid, Gibraflar, and Mount Eliza in the Tidbinbilla area. Much of the walk is on fire trails and tracks with pleasant walking and scenery. Map: Tidbinbi/la 1:25000. Leader. A/an Davey 281 3545(h). Transport cost about $5.

February 9-10 - Monoth Valsy - MIM-R After ascending Kalianna Ridge we will make camp at the Cooyoyo Creek. In the afternoon we will visit the beautiful green room and on Sunday morning climb to the summit of Mount Nibelung for commanding views. This walk is a joint activity with the Family Bushwalkers. Map: Corang 1:25000. Leaders: Margaret Co/e and Mike Morriss 288 6947(h), 289 3422(w). Transport cost about $22.

February 9-10 - Sprbig Guly and Jerara Creek - S/R Two well known abseiling adventures in the Bungonia area. If I can get a co-leader we could have two teams alternating the two descents. Drops of 40 metres are involved so think twice. This is not suited to absolute beginners. Maps: Bungonia & Caoura 1:25000. Leader: Eddy Do WiMe 282 3935(h). Transport cost about $15.

Suiday February 10- uyupteerlh Amual Ettrema Day Trip - S/R A short walk to the cliff line for spectacular views then a short steep descent to Ettrema for several hours of lolling and swimming in the crystal waters of Ettrema before a short steep climb up Rock Slabs Creek about 3km upstream of the entry point. Due to the popularity of this trip and the sensitive nature of the access routes a limit of 12 applies. Map: Nerriga 1:25000. I raIc A/an Vid/er254 5373(h) 243 5315(w). Transport cost about $22.

T"ne"ay February 12- IT Colatlon, Rene Lays, 57 Shannon Circuit, Kaleen. BBQ at 6 pm, christening • of Rene's pergola.

Febnay 16-17- Shoaliaven - Btmgoda to the BIocktp - M/M,W We begin from the Bungonia Lookdown and follow the Mt Ayre track to the Shoalhaven, then following upstream to an area of spectacular walls at the downstream entrance to the Blockup. Optional side excursion inside Fordham Canyon. Return through Bungonia Gorge Sunday afternoon for more neck exercises. Map: Caoura 1:25000. Leader. Chris Leslie 251 6123(h) 251 3400(w). Transport cost about $15.

February 16-17 - Katoomba Smorgasbord - S4JE-FVWIVertical Saturday morning descent of Mt Ray canyon, afternoon climb the Mantleshelf, evening the best iced chocolates on three continents. Sunday morning an early climb up the west wall of the Three Sisters, afternoon plunge in the cool depths of Fortress Creek canyon. Wet suits will be very useful. Canyons are suitable for beginners. Limit of 8. Leader. Nic Bendeli 286 1921(h). Transport cost about $35. 10

Sinday February 17- Mtnnbldgee, Angle Crosshg to Tharwa - SM A short walk down the Murrumbidgee River including a quite attractive little gorge. There will be opportunities for swimming and possibly lots of blackberries. Map: ACT 1:100000. Leaden Rosemarie Pretty 288 6768(h). Transport cost about $7.

Tuesday February 19- Blackberrylng at Murrays Corner - S/E As for Tuesday February 5.

Wednesday February 20- Monthly Meating - Dickson LIbrary, 8pm. Greening of Australia.

February 23-24 - Beginners Weekend Walk to a SwimmIng Spot - S/MN! This trip will be designed for beginning weekend walkers, preferably with at least a little experience with day trips. Others also welcome of course. You are invited to discuss gear etc with me beforehand, and if demand warrants, there may be an evening beforehand to demonstrate equipment and packing. Full details of the destination and so on in next IT! Please contact me early it interested. Map: tba 1:25000. Leader. A/an Vidler 2545373(h) 243 5315(w).

February 23-24 - Goodradlgbee Flettig Trip - Other than the 5 km walk in and out, with the associated 500 metres down and up, this will be an easy weekend. Bring your choofer. Map: Tantangarai : 100000. Leader. David CampbeP254 1511(h) 246 9156(w). Transport cost about $7.

Susiday February 24- Tuggeranong, Lanyon Aboriginal She - SIE We will take in the axe grinding grooves at Theodore and the Canoe Tree near Lanyon homestead with a pleasant walk along the Murrumbidgee with the possibility of some swimming. Map: ACT 1:100000. Leader Mike Morriss 288 6947(h), 289 3422(w). Transport cost about $7.

Tuesday February 26- Bleckberrykig at Munays Corner - SN • As for Tuesday February 5.

Wednesday 27 February - CommIttee MeetIng and IT Closing

March 2-3 - Queens Pound Rker - MIR This is a beautiful and remote river in the Wadbilliga National Park. It flows over pink granite, through pockets of rainforest and has many pools. The descent into the gorge is steep and scrubby but the river is very easy and the track back to the cars is very scenic. Map: Yowrie 1:25000. Leader. George Carter251 2130(h) 263 3549(w). Transport cost about $22.

Saturday Marcttt- CItE, Hangl at home of Rene Lays

See this IT for further important details! Cost is $5. .' H

SundayMamhlo-Bimbetl-vLJR Early start from Orroral Tracking Station. Long walk (over 40km) via Cotter Gap to Coffer Flats. A 900 metre climb to the summit of Bimberi for views of surrounding mountains. Map: ACT 1:100000. Leader Roger Edwards 288 7863(h), 295 4598(w). Transport cost about $9.

Tuesday March 12- It Colatlon

See coming issues of IT for more information (and Corrections) on future activities, including:

March 16-18 - Cyctig Tots ISA - Rosemarie Pretty March 16-18-Wok-Eddy DeWilde March 16-18- Euctanbene - Jagisigal IvVM - Alan Vidler Sunday March 24 - Clean Up AtMrala Day Sunday March24- Mt Jagtzigal LIM - Jack Wise & Rosemarie Pretty

Plus several more walks already programmed for April

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INFORMA110N

Note: The Walk Secretary, Allan Mikkelsen is pleased to accept walks from leaders at any time. Please contact him to put your walk on the program.

Bookings: For trips should be made by telephoning the leader no later than 2pm on Thursday. There is a Club limit of 16 on most walks.

Walkers: are reminded that there can be dangers associated with bushwalking and that they participate entirely at their own risk.

Equipment: for Club walks can be hired from Roger Edwards 2954598(w) 2887863(h).

Library: The Club Library is held at the home of Keith Thomas, 26 Allport Street, Downer 2487816(h) at 6 - 7.45pm on the night of Club meetings.

Grading of walks:

(5) Short -. under 12km/day (E) Easy firetrails, tracks, beaches etc. (M) Medium - 12-20km/day4.' (M) Medium - bush tracks, alpine areas, some scrub (L) Long - over 20km/day (R) Rough - much scrub, steep climbs, rock scrambles (l Wet - compulsory swims, many river crossings

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

NOTICE TO ALL WALKERS: The leader should check that:

Each applicant is capable of completing the proposed trip. This is done by observation on previous walks or by contacting them personally and asking where, when and with whom they have walked previously. Everyone is aware of what the trip entails and of any special equipment or skills needed.

LEADERS MAY REJECT ANY APPLICANT THEY THINK IS NOT SUITABLE FOR THE TRIP.

SEARCH & RESCUE ORGANISA11ON

S&R Contacts are: Dave Drohan 2662728(w)241 3566(h), David Campbell 2469156(w) 254.1511 (h),Allan Mikkelsen 2540764(h), 2643472(w).

Area Coordinators: Belconnen -Frank & Meg McKone 2541311(w) 2545902(h), Pat Miethke 2493085(w) 2412798(h), Inner Canberra - Jim Dick 2702638(w) 2473158(h), Keith Thomas 28194.88(w) 2487816(h), Woden .. Doug Wright 2814148(h).

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COMMI1TEE 1990 -91

Work Home Fax PRESIDENT: David Campbell 2469156 2541511 VICE PRESIDENT/TREASURER: Geoff Wood 2666346 2959558 SOCIAL SECRETARY: Debi Williams 2506200 2581645 CORRESPONDENCE SECRETARY: John Thwaite 2935315 2543193 WALK SECRETARY: Allan Mikkelsen 2643472 2540764 2532405 ASSISTANT WALK SECRETARY: Chris Leslie 2513400 2516123 MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY: Alan VdIer 2435315 2545373 MINUTE SECRETARY: Janet Duncan 2862788 2881398 EDITOR: Sue V'idler 2765317 2545373 PUBLISHER: Eddie De Wilde 2824877 CONSERVATION OFFICER: Mike Morriss 2886947 Ring (w) beforehand

Dave Drohan 2662728(w) 2413566(h) is the Search and Rescue Officer and Chris Leslie 2516123(h) is the Check-in Officer. Rod Dalgleish 2813614(h) and Sandy Lolicato 2515441(h) are the conservation representatives. Vance Brown is the public officer, Alan Vidler is the Club record keeper and Doug Wright is the Club archivist. Roger Edwards is the Equipment Officer 2954598(w) 2887863(h).