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Lake Macquarie Bushwalkers Inc.

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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.

Walks Program to June 2022

Conditions apply (but not limited to - see below for more conditions)

  • social distancing requirements apply
  • members must be COVID-19 fully vaccinated
  • vaccination certificate must be sighted by the walk leader
  • carry a mask at all times


Upcoming walks ...


Saturday September 24     13 kms     Gr 3/4

Berowra to Mt Kuring-gai via Apple Tree Bay

Clay 0400 109 020


Wednesday September 28     13 kms     Gr 2/3

Islington to Newcastle Beach Loop

Jutta 0405 033 550

  

Saturday October 1     Gr 2/3

Fun Orienteering at Wangi Wangi

Pam & Bob 0431 811 540


Wednesday October 5     9 kms     Gr 3

Barrenjoey Lighthouse (Lunch at Palm Beach RSL)

Ferry from Ettalong Beach – Adult $13.20 one way Concession $6.60 one way

No Cash – Credit / Debit card only

Margaret 02 4948 6504 / 0407 078 563


Saturday October 8     14 kms     Gr 2/3

Wangi Wangi, Arcadia Vale, Rathmines return

Nardi 0438 731 684


Wednesday October 12     12 kms     Gr 2/3

Sydney Royal Botanic Gardens, The Rocks and Wendy Whiteley’s Secret Garden – lunch at Kirribilli Pub (public transport required)

Leonora 0408 559 168


Saturday October 15     14 kms     Gr 3

Watsons Bay to Coogee (public transport required) Please ring before 5pm Friday

Sue Lett 02 4990 2320


Wednesday October 19     10 kms     Gr 2/3

Awabakal Nature Reserve

Colleen 02 4946 0069 / 0427 460 069


Saturday October 22     14 kms     Gr 3

Beck’s Road to Mt Faulk Road return with side tracks

Pam & Bob 0431 811 540


Wednesday October 26     (tba) kms     Gr 2/3

Taronga Zoo to Balmoral

Brian 0404 094 048


Saturday October 29     12 kms     Gr 2/3

Gosford Station to Point Clare circuit

Nardi 0438 731 684


Wednesday November 2     14 kms     Gr 2/3

Belmont South to Blacksmiths Return

Jim 02 4971 2740


Saturday November 5     14 kms     Gr 2/3

Fern Bay and Stockton Sandspit (birdwatching)

Jutta 0405 033 550


Wednesday November 9     10 kms     Gr 2/3

Coast to Lake Walk, The Entrance

Brian 0404 094 048


Saturday November 12     Approx 15 kms     Gr 3

Killara tracks

Pam 0492 896 216


Wednesday November 16     14 kms     Gr 2/3

Bolwarra Heights to Maitland Park loop

Jutta 0405 033 550


Saturday November 19     11 kms     Gr 2/3

Swansea Loop Walk

Jim 02 4971 2740


Wednesday November 23     12 kms     Gr 2/3

Woy Woy Station to Blackwall Mountain, Rip Bridge and return

Nardi 0438 731 684


Saturday November 26     10 kms     Gr 2/3

Edgeworth to The Weir Bridge return via Cockle Creek

Colleen 02 4946 0069 / 0427 460 069


Wednesday November 30     11 kms     Gr 2/3

Cabarita to Abbotsford (public transport required)

Brian 0404 094 048


Saturday December 3    Zero kms     Gr Zero walking ... but a lot of socialising!

Christmas Party

Hunter Wetlands Centre, Shortland

*Conditions of participation in walks*

  • Members will no longer be required to handle the sign on sheet or pens.
  • The Walk’s Leader will complete the sign on sheet with participant’s details before the start of the walk, read out the risks' waiver and the conditions relating to the walk, including Covid-19 requirements, to the group and complete a roll call.
  • Please do not attend if feeling unwell in any way or have cold-, flu-, or Covid-19-like symptoms.
  • The Walk’s Leader can ask an intending participant not to start the walk, if they look or present unwell.
  • On tracks we should walk single file, and on fire trails can walk non single file. At all times social distancing should be observed while walking and having breaks.
  • All intending participants should ensure they follow recommended personal hygiene practices and provide their own personal hygiene products. Neither the club nor leaders will be supplying any hygiene products (hand sanitiser or gloves).

 


*Walk Grades*

 *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. Footwear needs to be comfortable, be closed (shoes or boots) 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 common items found in a walker’s backpack


BACKPACK

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


WHAT YOU MUST CARRY

*  A minimum of one litre or two litres or more  of water in hotter conditions

*  Sufficient food for your needs

*  If you carry medication, ensure you carry adequate supplies. Advise the walk leader if your medical condition is likely to affect your walking

*  First Aid Kit. The kit should include adhesive strips or elastoplast  for blisters

*  A triangular bandage, safety pins, antiseptic lotion and paracetamol are also useful additions

Guidelines for Walkers

Prior to the walk

Prior to the walk

Prior to the walk

The walker needs to ring the leader before the scheduled 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. It is anticipated that Temporary Members will, during introductory walks, select Grade 3 or less.


Arrive at the starting point on time (at least 10 minutes before the starting time provided by the leader).


Carry sufficient water for the conditions of the walk. i.e. a minimum of one litre, or two litres or more in hotter conditions.


Ensure you are suitably equipped including first aid kit, 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.


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


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.


No pets allowed. No participants under the age of 18 years.

During the walk

Prior to the walk

Prior to the walk

Follow the leader’s instructions. Remember your leader has your welfare at heart. Be courteous, co-operative and helpful to other walkers in the group. Follow Bushwalkers NSW Code.


Generally you should not leave the walk early, unless pre-arranged, but if it is necessary you must advise the leader and when requested, sign off on the activity sign-on sheet. You must accept a leader’s 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.


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.


When walking on a track do not leave it or fall behind the person appointed ‘tail’ for any reason without advising the ‘tail’.


Keep Australia beautiful. Take all rubbish home.

After the walk

Prior to the walk

After the walk

Ensure the leader is aware you have completed the walk with the group.


Remember to thank the leader.

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