Next Walk Sat 25 June Newcastle - Stockland Jesmond Mystery/History Walk

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 ...


Wednesday May 4     13 kms     Gr 3

Swansea  Murrays Beach Caves Beach loop

Susanna 4972 0048 / 0405 558 682


Saturday May 7     10.5 kms     Gr 2/3

Valentine (Bennetts Park) – Green Point Circuit

Max & Olga 5619 0680 / 0431 268 596


Wednesday May 11     12 kms     Gr 2/3

Summerland Point/Gwandalan loop

Gordon 0476 463 874


**WALK CHANGE**

Saturday 14th May     14kms     Gr 3/4

Congewai Valley Trackhead (East) to Georges Rd GNW Rest Area (return).

Colleen     4946 0069 / 0427 460 069


**Change to walk leader**

Wednesday May 18     11 kms     Gr 2/3

Wangi Point Circuit

Brian Slavin       0404 094 048


**WALK CHANGE**

Saturday May 21     8-10 kms     Gr 3

Glenrock State Conservation Area

Colleen     4946 0069 / 0427 460 069


**WALK CHANGE**  

Wednesday May 25     11 kms     Gr 2/3

Myuna Bay Circuit

Nardi 0438 731 684

(SMS/text Nardi for walk details; ensure your reply mobile is included)


**WALK CHANGE**

Saturday May 28     13 kms     Gr 4

Kurrara Hill (Nelson Bay) Exploratory (some off track walking)

Short car shuttle required

Jutta 0405 033 550


Wednesday June 1     10 kms     Gr 2

Budgewoi Circuit (optional Fish & Chips for lunch)

Brian Slavin 0404 094 048


**WALK CHANGE**

Saturday 4 June     14 kms     Grade 3/4

Samurai Beach dune access trail to Birubi Point

Some sand walking, short sections of uneven rock, several very short steep sections & one loose sandhill to walk up. Car shuttle required

Brian Carter 0427 888 966


**WALK CHANGE**

Wednesday June 8   12kms   Gr 2/3

Speers Point - Marmong Point - Teralba Loop

Brian Slavin  0404 094 048  


Saturday June 11     18 kms     Gr 3/4

Yellow Rock (view of Broke. High clearance vehicles required to get walkers to start of walk)

MUST RING BEFORE 5pm FRIDAY

Sue Lett 4990 2320


**WALK CHANGE**

Wednesday June 15     10 kms     Gr 3

Charlestown - Kotara - Kahibah via Raspberry Gully, Fernleigh and GNW Tracks

Colleen 4946 0069 / 0427 460 069


Saturday June 18     15 kms     Gr 3/4

Aberdare State Forest (includes old rail alignment and lookout with 360° views)

MUST RING BEFORE 5pm FRIDAY

Sue Lett 4990 2320


Wednesday June 22     9 kms     Gr 3/4

Piles Creek Loop from Girrakool Rest Area

Brian Carter 0427 888 966


Saturday June 25     17 5 kms     Gr 4/5

Newcastle to Stockland Jesmond (Public Transport) Mystery/History Walk

Jim 4971 2740


Wednesday June 29     12kms     Gr 3

Shelly Beach to Forresters Beach return

Margaret 4948 6504 / 0407 078 563

*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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