Walks every Wednesday and Saturday See program below for details.

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

Upcoming walks ...


WALKS PROGRAM No3, 2024

 

Wednesday 3rd July (Hunter Valley)

Bayswater Power Station & Singleton Army 

Infantry Museum

Grade 1, 2 kms 

Jim – 0422 209 832


ONLY FOR WALKERS WHO REPLIED TO JIM’S ORIGINAL EMAIL

Saturday 6th July (Watagan Forest)

Congewai Valley West to Flat Rock Return

Grade 4, 15 kms

Colleen 0427 460 069


Wednesday 10th July (Newcastle)

Adamstown Fernleigh Track to Glenrock Reserve Ret.

Grade 2/3, 12 kms

Phil – 0428 275 849


Saturday 13 July (Hunter Valley)

Boorangong & Girriwa Loops, Dungog Common        

Grade 3, 10 kms

Ilona – 0491 703 508


Wednesday 17th July (Sydney) 

Fish Market to Hawthorne

Grade 2/3, 11 kms

Brian S – 0404 094 048


Saturday 20th July (Central Coast)

Shelly Beach to Forresters Beach Return

Grade 3, 12 kms

Margaret 0407 078 563


Wednesday 24th July (Lake Macquarie)

NOTE  CHANGE!

Bush and Lake Circuit, Sunshine Park

Grade 3, 12 kms

Nardi – 0438 731 684



Saturday 27th July (Central Coast)

Kincumber Mountain / Greenpoint Loop

Grade 3/4, 16 kms

Gordon – 0476 463 874      


Wednesday 31st July (Lake Macquarie)

Edgworth – The Weir Bridge Return via Cockle Creek

Grade 2/3, 10 kms

Colleen -  0427 460 069


Saturday 3rd August – AGM (Lake Macquarie)

Belmont SCC, 7 Glover St Belmont 

Followed by Belmont Lagoon Spit Walk

Grade 2, 8 kms

Colleen -  0427 460 069


Wednesday 7th August (Central Coast)

Strickland Forest

Grade 3/4,  12 kms

Nardi – 0438 731 684


Saturday 10th August (Pt Stephens)

Corlette to Shoal Bay via Nelson Bay plus optional extras!

Grade 2/3, 13.5 kms

Maria – 0448 126 196

See Walky Talky


Wednesday 14th August (Sydney)  

NOTE CHANGE

Botanic  Gardens, Circular Quay and the Harbour Bridge

Grade 2, 12kms

Nardi – 0438 731 684


Saturday 17th August  (Lake  Macquarie)  

NOTE  CHANGE

Catherine Hill Bay  (South  &  North)

Grade 3,  11kms  

Colleen -  0427 460 069    


Wednesday 21st August (Newcastle)

Fern Bay Circuit

Grade 3, 14kms

Ilona -  0491 703 508


Saturday 24th August (Mid North Coast)  

Day walk in conjunction with North Haven week away

Return walk around Queens Lake, starting at Lakewood  

Grade 2/3, 10kms

Brian S -  0404 094 048


Wednesday 28th August (Port  Stephens)  

Anna Bay to Fingal Bay  

Grade 3, 18km

Shorter  Option:  to One Mile Beach

Grade 3, 8km

Jutta – 0405 033 550


Saturday 31st August (Hunter Valley)

Pelaw Main Loop. Fire trails and old railway line.

Grade 3, 10-15 kms

Pam and Bob – 0492 896 216 / 0431 811 540


Wednesday 4th September (Lake Macquarie)

Awaba Bush Tracks & Fire Loop

Grade 3, 10-15 kms

Pam and Bob – 0492 896 216 / 0431 811 540


Saturday 7th September (Lake Macquarie)

Catherine Hill Bay to Fraser Park Return

Grade 3/4, 13 kms

Jim – 0422 209 832


Wednesday 11th September (Hunter Valley)

Greta Branxton Heritage Walk

Grade 2/3, 14 kms

Museum Entry $2

Jim – 0422 209 832


Saturday 14th September (Lake Macquarie)

NOTE  DISTANCE  CHANGE!

Green Point Reserve Loop, starting at Valentine BC

Grade 2/3, 10.5  kms

Nerida – 0402 531 993


Wednesday 18th September (Sydney)

Barrenjoey Lighthouse

Grade 3, 9 kms

Margaret - 0407 078 563

See Walky Talky


Saturday 21st September (Mid Coast)         

Hawks Nest

Grade 2/3, 12kms

Nardi – 0438 731 684

See Walky Talky


Wednesday 25th September (Lake Macquarie)

Wangi

Grade 2/3, 11 kms

Brian S – 0404 094 048


Saturday 28th September (Central Coast)

Mount Alison Reserve

Grade 3, 10 kms

Jutta – 0405 033 550


*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 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, 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 or two litres of water, or more 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 suitable alternative)  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.

Downloads

2023.08 LMBW Constitution (pdf)Download
2024.04.19 membership application (pdf)Download

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