Walks every Wednesday and Saturday SEE PROGRAM BELOW

Lake Macquarie Bushwalkers Inc.

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About Us

Lake Macquarie Bushwalkers Inc. has been engaged in bushwalking since 1998. The club walks primarily in the Hunter Valley, Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Central Coast and occasionally in the Sydney Area, and is a member of Bushwalking NSW Inc.


CLUB OBJECTIVES

  • To organise bushwalking through day walks on a regular basis
  • To foster an appreciation of and respect for unspoiled bush land, natural scenery and wildlife and to enjoy the  social aspects of bushwalking
  • To operate within the scope of the Club’s Risk Management Policy


DAY WALKS

The Club meets Saturday and Wednesday for day walks. The walks program, available below, indicates

  • the scheduled walk
  • walk grade (degree of difficulty for each walk)
  • the name of the walk leader and contact  details


Visitors should phone the leader at least two days before the scheduled walk.


Please familiarise yourself with the walk grading descriptions, the guidelines for walkers and the equipment advice sections on this web site, for further information.

Current Walks Program


WALKS PROGRAM No 2  -  2025


Wednesday 26th March (Lake Macquarie)

Booragul to Bolton Point return

Grade 3, 12kms

Max and Olga – 0431 268 596 / 0401 176 402


Saturday 29th March (Sydney Nth Shore)

GREAT NORTH WALK – Section 4

Hornsby – Crosslands Reserve

Grade 4, 14kms

Colleen – 0427 460 069


Wednesday 2nd April (Lake Macquarie)

Fassifern to Toronto return

Grade 3, 10kms

Sandy – 0401 199 472


Saturday 5th April (Lake Macquarie)          

Myuna Bay

Grade 2/3, 10kms

Brian S – 0404 094 048


Wednesday 9th April (Port Stephens)

Lakeside Leisure Centre, Raymond Terrace to 

Medowie via Grahamstown Dam

Grade 2/3, 11kms

Margaret – 0407 078 563


See Walky Talky

Saturday 12th April (Northern Sydney)         

GREAT NORTH WALK – Section 5

Mt Kuringai – Berowra

Grade 4, 10kms

Clay – 0400 109 020


Wednesday 16th April (Newcastle)

Raspberry Gully

Grade 3, 11kms

Jutta – 0405 033 550


Saturday 19th April (Newcastle)

Wallsend Heritage and Old Tramway return

Grade 2/3, 12kms

Ilona – 0491 703 508


Wednesday 23rd April (Lake Macquarie)

Point Wolstoncroft

Gade 2/3, 14kms

Seppo and Therese – 0412 410 253


Saturday 26th April (Port Stephens)

Fingal Bay to Samurai Beach Loop 

via Jump Rock and inland tracks

Grade 3, 13kms

Brian C – 0427 888 966       


Wednesday 30th April (Lake Macquarie)

Wyee Point Reserve

Grade 2/3, 9kms

Colleen 0427 460 069


Saturday 3rd May (Northern Sydney)  

GREAT NORTH WALK – Section 6

Berowra – Cowan

Grade 4, 13kms

Brian C – 0427 888 966


Wednesday 7th May (Lake Macquarie)

Belmont, Belmont Lagoon, Pelican Loop

Grade 2/3, 14kms

Margaret - 0407 078 563


Saturday 10th May (Watagans)

Gap Creek Falls, Rainforest & Hidden Arch

Grade 4, 11kms

Colleen - 0427 460 069


Wednesday 14th May (Lake Macquarie)

Redhead Surf Club to Dudley return 

Grade 3, 11kms

Ilona – 0491 703 508


Saturday 17th May (Northern Sydney)

GREAT NORTH WALK – Section 7

Cowan – Brooklyn

Grade 4, 13kms

Pam and Bob – 0431 811 540


Wednesday 21st May (Sydney)

Meadow Bank to Parramatta

Grade 2/3, 11kms

Brian S - 0404 094 048


Saturday 24th May (Port Stephens)

Tin City

Grade 3/4, 12kms

Jutta - 0405 033 550 

     

Wednesday 28th May (Watagans)

Onley State Forest

Grade 3/4, 12kms

Nardi – 0438 731 684


Saturday 31st May (Central Coast)

GREAT NORTH WALK – Section 8

Patonga – Staples Lookout

Grade 4, 14 kms

Gordon – 0476 463 875


Wednesday 4th June (Central Coast)

Shelly Beach to Forresters Beach return

POSSIBLE WHALE SIGHTINGS

Grade 3, 12 kms

Margaret – 0407 078 563


Saturday 7th June (Hunter Valley)

Corrabare and Watagan State Forest nr Millfield 

Grade 4, 16kms

Sue – 4990 2320        


Wednesday 11th June (Lake Macquarie)

Tingira Heights Reserve

Grade 2/3, 11kms

Colleen - 0427 460 069


Saturday 14th June (Central Coast)

GREAT NORTH WALK – Section 9

Staples Lookout – Mooney Mooney Creek

Grade 3/4, 12kms

Nardi – 0438 731 684


Wednesday 18th June (Newcastle)

Minmi Loops

Grade 2/3, 10kms

Ilona – 0491 703 508


Saturday 21st June (Lake Macquarie)

Mt Sugarloaf Ramble

Grade 2/3, 10kms         

Colleen - 0427 460 069


Wednesday 25th June (Lake Macquarie)

Woods Point, Morisset Peninsula

Grade 3, 12kms 

Nardi – 0438 731 684


Saturday 28th June (Central Coast)

GREAT NORTH WALK – Section 10

Mooney Mooney Creek – Somersby

Grade 3/4, 13kms

Brian C - 0427 888 966

*Conditions of participation in walks*

  • Please do not attend if you are feeling unwell in any way, or have cold-, flu-, or Covid19-like symptoms.
  • The Walk’s Leader can ask any intending participant not to start the walk, should the intending participant appear or present unwell.
  • All intending participants should ensure they follow recommended personal hygiene practices and provide their own personal hygiene products. Neither the club nor leaders can supply hygiene products (e.g. hand sanitiser)

 


*Walk Grades*

*GRADE 1 (Very Easy) Short walk with flat even surface, no steps or steep sections. Walk should not exceed 5kms.


*GRADE 2 (Easy) Opportunity for large number of walkers, including those with reduced walking ability to walk on well marked and even tracks. Tracks are man made and may have a few steps. Should not be too steep. Suitable for beginners. Distance should not exceed about 10km


*GRADE 2/3 (Easy/medium) Easy walk, mostly on tracks of low gradient. Opportunity to walk easily in natural environments on well marked tracks. Tracks should not be steep. Distance should not exceed about 15km


*GRADE 3 (Medium) Medium walk with some hilly sections and/or rougher terrain. Opportunity to walk on defined and distinct tracks with some steep sections requiring a moderate level of fitness. Suitable for fit beginners. Distance should not exceed about 20km


*GRADE 4 (Medium/hard) Steeper, rougher terrain and may have off-track sections (no more than one quarter of the walk) or a longer distance track walk. Opportunity to explore and discover relatively undisturbed natural environments mostly along defined and distinct tracks. Tracks can be steep. There may be short sections of rock scrambling involved. Leaders should have map reading abilities and/or ability to use a compass. Distance depending on circumstances. Not suitable for most beginners


*GRADE 5 (Hard) Off-track or difficult terrain. Opportunity for walkers with advanced outdoor knowledge and skills to find their own way along often indistinct tracks or off track in remote locations. May include steep sections of unmodified surfaces. There may be rock scrambling, creek walking & crossing involved. Distance covered is unlimited, but may be short & difficult. Only for experienced walkers and not suitable for beginners.



Bushwalking Equipment



FOOTWEAR

This is the most important part of your equipment. Whether shoes or boots are your personal choice, footwear needs to be comfortable, closed and have effective tread. 


CLOTHING

Should be loose and comfortable and preferably constructed from a strong fabric. Long sleeves and long trousers are recommended for sun protection and walking through thick scrub. A wide brimmed hat is essential for sun protection.


WET WEATHER GEAR

Light plastic raincoats or poncho and umbrella are recommended. 


BACKPACK

A backpack is required to carry your gear as it leaves your hands free.


WHAT YOU MUST CARRY

Ø Ensure you carry enough water for the expected conditions, length of walk and personnel preferences. It is recommended that a minimum of 1-2 litres is required for a bush walk.

Ø Sufficient food for your needs.

Ø Adequate supply of required medication. Advise the walks leader if your medical condition is likely to affect your walking.

Ø First Aid Kit. The kit should include adhesive strips or Elastoplast for blisters. A snake bandage, triangular bandage, safety pins and antiseptic lotion. Paracetamol for personal use can also be useful.

Guidelines for Walkers

Prior to the walk

Prior to the walk

Prior to the walk

The walker must contact the leader 1-2 days before the walk to confirm and check the walk details, weather conditions, start time etc. The Leader has the right to decide an upper limit regarding the number of participants for a walk, taking into account factors such as terrain, safety and organisational difficulties.


Ensure that you are fit enough for the degree of difficulty of the walk. If in doubt discuss with the Leader prior to the walk. The Leader has the right to refuse participation to any persons they consider may present a risk to themselves or other participants or do not have the necessary skills for the activity.  Temporary members’ walks will be grade 3 or below, unless approved by Walks Leader after they have assessed the capability of the temporary member.


Arrive at the starting point at least 10 minutes before the starting time provided by the Leader.


Carry sufficient water for the conditions of the walk. Generally, a minimum of 1-2 litres, or more in hotter conditions.


Ensure you are suitably equipped with a first aid kit and completed medical form, sunscreen, hat, food, rain gear, whistle, torch and appropriate clothing and footwear. A map and compass may also enhance your enjoyment of the walk.


Ensure you complete the Sign on Sheet after reading the Risk Waiver and noting any risk warnings.


Remember to bring a sense of humour and adventure. Our Leaders are all volunteers so please remember to be patient and kind.


A walker must accept that a walk can be cancelled or varied for many reasons and that the Leader’s decision is final.


If you have a medical condition that may affect your capability during the walk, ensure that you inform the Walks Leader and if medication is required ensure you carry enough for the duration of the walk.


Pets or children under 18 are not allowed to participate in walks. 

During the walk

Prior to the walk

Prior to the walk

Follow the Leader’s instructions and remember your Leader has your welfare at heart. Be courteous, co-operative and helpful to other walkers in the group. Follow the Bushwalker NSW INC. Bushwalker’s Code.


Generally, you should not leave the walk early, unless pre-arranged, but if it is necessary, you must advise the leader and sign off on the activity Sign on Sheet. If the Leader deems it necessary, you must accept their decision to send someone with you to accompany you out.


Do not allow yourself to become separated from the group. If experiencing any difficulty such as pace, blisters, shortage of water, advise the leader immediately. Participants should maintain a line of sight with people in front and behind them.


Car-pooling is recommended. Contribute to car costs if you are a passenger in another member’s vehicle.


It is your responsibility to allow sufficient distance between yourself and the walker in front so that you are not injured by branches flicking back.


Do not leave the track, if on a track walk, or fall behind the person appointed ‘tail’ for any reason without advising the ‘tail’.


During the walk you should always have visibility of the Walks Leader and if in front you should stop at junctions until given directions from the leader on correct path.


Keep Australia beautiful, take all rubbish home.

After the walk

Prior to the walk

After the walk

Ensure the leader is aware you have made it to the end.


Remember to thank the leader.


If you had an accident or incident during the walk ensure that the Walks Leader is informed (preferably during the walk), and that paperwork for the accident/Incident including witness statements are completed.

  

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