Saturday 23 September The Basin to Warrawolong Road Colleen 0427 460 069
Saturday 23 September The Basin to Warrawolong Road Colleen 0427 460 069
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
DAY WALKS
The Club meets Saturday and Wednesday for day walks. The walks program, available below, indicates
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.
Upcoming walks ...
Wednesday June 28 14 kms Gr 3/4
Tingira Heights/Bangalay Reserve Circuit
Margaret 4948 6504 / 0407 078 563
Saturday 1 July Approx 13 kms Grade 3
Wyee Point to Morisset Hospital Loop Walk
Jim 4971 2740
Wednesday 5 July 12-14 kms Grade 2/3
Killara tracks – Option of Public Transport
Pam & Bob 0431 811 540
Saturday 8 July 12 kms Grade 3
Wallsend Brickworks- John Hunter loop
Ilona 0491 703 508
Wednesday 12 July 11 kms Grade 2/3
Mt Sugarloaf Loops walk
Jim 4971 2740
Saturday 15 July 10-13 kms Grade 3
Becks Rd to Mt Faulk Rd and return – Fire trail and mountain bike tracks
Pam & Bob 0431 811 540
Wednesday 19 July 10 kms Grade 2/3
Cabarita to Abbotsford
Brian Slavin 0404 094 048
Saturday 22 July 10 kms Grade 3/4
Congewai Trackhead East (GNW) to Barraba Trig rtn
Jutta 0405 033 550
Wednesday 26 July 12 kms Grade 2/3
NOTE CHANGE
4 Wetlands Walk (entry fee to Shortland Wetlands $7.50/$5.00)
Ilona 0491 703 508
Saturday 29 July 13 kms Grade 3
Staples Lookout to Mount Wondabyne
Brian Carter 0427 888 966
Wednesday 2 August Approx 10 kms Grade 2
NOTE CHANGE
Eleebana to Speers Point Ramble return
Margaret 4948 6504 / 0407 078 563
Saturday 5 August Approx. 8 kms Grade 2
AGM – 8:00am Belmont Senior Citizens Centre
7 Glover Street, Belmont followed by Belmont Lower Wetlands loop
Jim 4971 2740
Wednesday 9 August 10 kms Grade 2/3
Four Ferries Walk – Public Transport Involved
Brian Slavin 0404 094 048
Saturday 12 August 12 kms Grade ¾
Explore the mountains to Gosford – Travel by train
Nardi 0438 731 684
Wednesday 16 August 12 kms Grade 3
Pearl Beach to Elephant Rock loop
Jutta 0405 033 550
Saturday 19 August Approx 15 kms Grade 3/4
Heaton Lookout & tracks – Fire Trails and optional short off track
Pam & Bob 0431 811 540
Wednesday 23 August 13 kms Grade 2/3
Point Wollstonecroft
Seppo & Therese 0412 410 253
Saturday 26 August 10.5 kms Grade 2/3
Valentine (Bennetts Park) to Green Point circuit walk
Max & Olga 0431 268 596 / 5619 0680
Wednesday 30 August 12 kms Grade 2/3
Dudley Beach, Awabakal, Rock Platform loop
Ilona 0491 703 508
Saturday 2 September 11 kms Grade 4
NOTE CHANGE
Cedar Brush Trackhead to Walkers Ridge Rd return
Colleen 0427 460 069
Wednesday 6 September 15 kms Grade 3
Somersby to Mooney Mooney Creek Bridge on old Pacific Highway
Brian Carter 0427 888 966
Saturday 9 September 14 kms Grade 3
Birubi Beach to One Mile Beach via New Tomaree Coastal Walk (one way option – 7 kms)
Jutta 0405 033 550
Wednesday 13 September 12 kms Grade 3/4
Emerald Pool and Ironbark Creek Reserve-Popran NP
Colleen 0427 460 069
Saturday 16 September 14 kms Grade 3/4
Rocky Ponds
Nardi 0438 731 684
Wednesday 20 September 9 kms Grade 3
Barrenjoey Lighthouse (Lunch at Palm Beach RSL)
Margaret 4948 6504 / 0407 078 563
Saturday 23 September 12 kms Grade 4
The Basin to Warrawolong Road
Colleen 0427 460 069
Wednesday 27 September 10 kms Grade 2/3
Concord Hospital – Kokoda Memorial Track-Cabarita
Brian Slavin 0404 094 048
Saturday 30 September 10 kms Grade 3/4
Richters Cave
Bill & Rose 0417 127 684
*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.
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
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.
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.
Ensure the leader is aware you have completed the walk with the group.
Remember to thank the leader.
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