Monday, October 20, 2008

NEXT WALK: 2 November MURRABRINE MAGIC North


Leader: Peter Guthrey
Distance: 6 km
Grade: Moderate/Hard
Terrain: Trails, bush and open farmland, steep in parts
Meeting Point: Quaama General Store (just off Princes Highway)
Time: 9.00 am
Our last full day walk for this our 20th Anniversary year. Peter will take us up and over the Murrabrine Ridge in a circular walk of much interest with several stops at lookout points along the way. There may be a surprise or two as well. Don't miss this special occasion, which will be well remembered.

Friday, October 10, 2008

LAST WALK: 19 October WALLAGA LAKE NATIONAL PARK North

Leader: Robert Lewin
Distance: 10 km
Grade: Moderate
Terrain: Fire Trails and bush
Meeting Point: Cnr. Rileys Road and Cobargo/Bermagui Road
(10 km from Cobargo and 10 km from Bermagui)
Time: 9.45 am
This is Robert's special area and on this walk he takes us into the National Park and through private property to reveal the lovely scenery between Narira Creek and Dignams Creek.









Thursday, October 2, 2008

6 to 9 October HISTORIC CURRANGO West

(4 days/3 nights) Kosciuszko National Park
Leaders: Lynne Evans and Philip Kendall
Walks: A programme of full and half day walks to the Cooleman Plains, Blue Waterholes, Old Currango Homestead and the Upper Murrumbidgee Valley.
Grades: will be advised by the leaders each day
Meeting Point: "The Big Trout" Adaminaby, Snowy Mountains Highway, Adaminaby
Time: 10.00 am on Monday 6 October
Accommodation: Cottage style shared accommodation (limited numbers) must be prepaid to Philip or Lynne – phone them for details and bookings.
Gaiters or leg protection from grass seeds is recommended on all walks.
What a wonderful opportunity to explore part of Kosciuszko National Park over four days with
 experienced leaders like Lynne and Phil. Both have strong connections with the National Parks
 Service and will bring you the very best of walking pleasure during this once only visit. Be prepared for an unforgettable experience.
Many thanks to Lynne and Phil for arranging this weekend!
From Helmut and Fay:

More photos to come.
 Lovely weather on day 1!































Friday, September 19, 2008

28 September ON TOP OF BIAMANGA East

Leader: Peter Guthrey
Distance: 8 km
Grade: Hard
Terrain: Bush and rainforest creek
Meeting Point: Greendale Bridge, Princes Highway
Time: 8.30 am
A challenging walk with beautiful forest vistas and magnificent rainforest on Mumbulla Creek. Experienced walkers only please.

Monday, September 1, 2008

14 September MI MIMOSA East

Leaders Ian Bovill and Ulli Groiss
Distance: 9 km
Grade: Easy/Moderate
Terrain: Forest tracks, bush, beach and road
Meeting Point: Cnr. Nelson Lake Road and Tathra/Bermagui Road
(1.5 km north of Bega River mouth Bridge)
Time: 9.00 am
Saunter through the scrub, wave at the wallabies, exclaim over the eagles, clash with the crabs, stroll along the sand – this one has it all. A variety of vegetation and heaps of habitats will keep your interest as you enjoy Mimosa National Park. Bring sturdy boots, as there may be some wet patches and unstable track surfaces.

Wednesday, August 20, 2008

31 August ON TO GULAGA 2008 North

Leader: Robert Lewin
Distance: 10 km
Grade: Moderate/hard
Terrain: Tracks and bush
Meeting Point: North side of Dignams Creek Bridge, Princes Highway
(10 km north of Cobargo)
Time: 9.15 am
Another of Robert's challenging exploration adventures as we tackle the south face of Mt. Dromaderry and descend down the eastern slope. There is much to see of interest on this trek, which involves a car shuffle.

Sunday, August 3, 2008

17 August AROUND BEMBOKA WITH LEN West

Leader: Len Gazzard
Distance: 8 km
Grade: Easy/moderate
Terrain: Forest tracks, bush and open areas
Meeting Point: Opposite Bemboka Pie Shop, Snowy Mountains Highway, Bemboka
Time: 9.30 am
Len knows this area very well and will take us on a most enjoyable walk along winding tracks and pathways through farmland and forested areas to scenic lookouts over the Bega Valley. Expect a most enjoyable day.










Monday, July 21, 2008

3 August ON TO MIDDLE LAGOON East

Leader: Ian Burns
Distance: 8 km
Grade: Easy
Terrain: Forest tracks, bush and beach
Meeting Point: Cnr. Dr. George Mountain Road and Tathra/Bermagui Road
(near Tanja Bridge)
Time: 9.30 am
Another of Ian's lovely circular walks through coastal forest to Middle Lagoon. Plenty of beach and lakeside scenery to enjoy and a variety of bird life to please all who want to explore this beautiful area. A similar visit last year had a record attendance.