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it CANBERRA

BUSHWALKING CLUB NEWSLETTER

Canberra Bushwalking Club Inc. GPO Box 160 Canberra ACT 2601 www.canberrabushwalkingclub.org

Volume 53 Number 3

April 2017

GENERAL MEETING

7.30pm Wednesday 19 April 2017

Marie Byles triumphed over the chauvinistic legal profession and a society that viewed women as second-class by establishing a successful legal practice.

A devoted bushwalker and conservationist, Marie was a zealous advocate for wilderness and helped reserve vast tracts of land for national parks.

An avid explorer-mountaineer, Marie climbed Mt Cook and mapped previously unexplored areas of New Zealand’s Southern Alps. Her failure to achieve the summit of a mountain in Yunnan Province in 1938 became the catalyst for a journey into realms not found on a map.

Marie Byles’ life story has powerful narratives about human rights, conservation, ecology, feminism and spirituality.

Anne McLeod’s presentation will be illustrated by Marie’s own photographs of her adventurous life and travels around the world.

In this issue

President’s Report

Training and Safety report

Walks secretary‘s report

Membership

Conservation Report

New Editor

CBC committee members

Help Wanted

Review of March CBC meeting

Activity program

Bulletin Board

Hughes Baptist Church Hall

32-34 Groom Street, Hughes

A Biography of Marie Byles. Presenter: Anne McLeod

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Committee Reports

PRESIDENT’S REPORT

Although it may seem early to be raising the following matter, I would like all members to give some serious thought to assisting our Club by nominating for a Committee Position. Several current Committee members have indicated that they will not be standing again at the 2017 AGM so there will be some vacancies. Also, I will have done two years as President and according to the Club Constitution there will need to be someone else to take on this role. So please think about how you can help our Club. If you would like to talk about what is involved in any of the roles please feel free to talk to me or to the appropriate current Committee member.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank Meredith Hatherly who is our new editor and to express the Club’s appreciation to Alison Milton who was editor for over 10 years.

And finally, I wanted to say it’s great to see the return of Canberra’s wonderful autumn weather that is so good for walking and enjoying the bush. Let’s get out there!

Reporting of Urgent Expenses

According to the Club’s Standing Resolutions 4.5 the Treasurer can pay urgent expenses but it should be notified at the next available Club General meeting with an explanation of the need for the payment. I will be notifying the April 2017 General Meeting of the following payments which were approved by the Committee by email.

On 14 October 2016, the CBC reimbursed David Briese $110 for software when we could not accept memberships via the website.

On 28 February 2017, the CBC reimbursed Rob Horsfield $41.96 for replacement tent poles. On 3 March 2017, the CBC paid $114.99 for software to restore our hacked website.

These expenses and their notification to the April General Meeting will be minuted at the next CBC Committee meeting.

Lorraine Tomlins President

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TRAINING and SAFETY REPORT

Staying sane when camping April – perfect overnight camping conditions. But how can we cope with those long nights in the tent, deprived of all of the distractions that entertain us in our evenings at home? The answer is simple - we should take with us items that will keep us occupied should we be tent-bound for an evening or even longer. Should one not have these distractions, one can become bored, or anxious. Here are some simple, low-weight ideas:

The book. A tent is the perfect place to continue with that long avoided tome by Tolstoy or Joyce. Short stories might be even better, as they can be completed in a short evening, before sleep triumphs over the weary walker. Don't forget to take your glasses, if you need them. Also remember that for reading, you will need a torch. Modern LED head torches can be run for hours, without exhausting the battery.

The transistor radio. A small radio can often pick up interesting AM or FM stations. You can amaze your fellow walkers with your knowledge of current affairs, sports and weather. Don't forget your earphones though, to avoid irritating the other campers nearby.

The deck of cards. Typically you will need more than one person to play most games, and a hut is a better setting than a tent. A great communal activity. For the truly dedicated bush cards player, a crib board might be a fun addition.

A smart phone. These devices have a wealth of entertainment options, including movies.

Talking to your companions. Not strictly a gadget, but more of a strategy. Bushwalking companions can provide hours of interesting anecdotes. Far from the modern Canberra Nature Park walker who can barely grunt a greeting, the typical overnight walker is a raconteur on a par with the late Peter Ustinov.

I wish you all happy evenings camping out in the ACT autumn.

David Dedenczuk

Training and Safety Officer

Committee Reports

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FROM THE WALKS SECRETARY

As you select from this month’s Activity Program you’ll notice that, as well as weekend day and overnight trips, there are weekday walks. Wednesday Walks have been very popular for many years. Conducted in turn by the Canberra Bushwalking Club, Brindabella Bushwalking Club and National Parks Association ACT, they provide excellent mid-week walking and social opportunities. Most Wednesdays there is an easy-medium graded walk and a medium-hard walk. Details of the walks are circulated via email a couple of days prior. To receive the weekly notification, edit your CBC member profile and select to receive Wednesday Walks. Visitors are welcome, but should be accompanied by a member of one of the clubs. First time walkers and visitors should contact the walk leader to discuss the level of difficulty of the walk. These protocols assist the leader to maintain group cohesion. John Danaro coordinates CBC aspects of Wednesday Walks and can be contacted via wednesday.walks@canberrabushwalkingclub.org . CBC also schedules Tuesday Walks. Several different leaders contribute, with Ian Wright planning and leading many of them. Tuesday walks are often exploratory and tend to be Long/Rough grade. Numbers are often limited so that group spread is minimised when off-track. New walkers are most welcome and should discuss their participation with the advertised walk leader. Our Club membership is large and varied and we can sustain multiple walks on every day of the week. If you would like to lead a walk, please contact me via walksec@canberrabushwalkingclub.org . Whatever assistance you need to get going (eg. walk suggestions, maps, co-leader or mentor) can easily be provided. Enjoy your walking and happy feet. John Evans Walks Secretary

Committee Reports

MEMBERSHIP MATTERS

Please keep your email address up to date via your membership page on the website. Contact the Membership Secretary if you need help. New members: Natasha Crook, Shay Simpson, Mike Brett, Andrea Coomblas, Stephen Carter. Roger Edwards Membership Secretary

Membership Fees 2016/17

$33 per person

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CONSERVATION REPORT

Hunting for Hawkweed in Kosciuszko National Park

Three Canberra Bushwalking Club volunteers were part of a 35 strong multi-agency helicopter-assisted survey team that recently discovered a second significant infestation of the aggressive alpine invader, mouse-ear hawkweed (Hieracium pilosella or Pilosella officinarum), on the Main Range of KNP. The infestation area was found on a ridge in between the turn-off points to go to Mt Twynam or Watson’s Crags, adjacent to the old 4WD track. The site has been cordoned off and treated, with further monitoring and survey work in adjacent areas to take place in future.

MEHW is considered a Class 1 Noxious Weed by the NSW Government, given its potential severe impacts on Australia’s alpine ecology and the NSW grazing and agricultural industry: it has had a significant impact on pastoral areas in New Zealand’s high country. It was first reported on the Main Range - at Strzelecki Creek - in January 2015 by a bushwalker who had camped at this location. It is believed to have been possibly (unknowingly) introduced to the site by bushwalkers on clothing, boots or camping gear. MEHW also has been previously found in the Falls Creek

area of Victoria.

CBC volunteers have been involved in MEHW survey work every summer since January 2015, in partnership with Greening Australia (GA) and the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) through the ‘Alpine Weeds Project’. More recently, we have been joined by NPWS (NSW) volunteers who have been engaged in an ongoing orange hawkweed control program in the Jagungal Wilderness Area. ACT Parks rangers also have participated in some surveys, though most are carried out by small NPWS/GA/volunteer teams on foot over 4-5 day periods.

I learned a lot about the identification of MEHW, was very impressed by the organisational ability … of Greening Australia, and enjoyed enormously the company of the other volunteers. I would love to do it again, and recommend the experience to others.

Isobel Crawford

If you are interested in learning more about, or becoming involved in, this important, fun and rewarding work – though we don’t often get to fly around in helicopters! – please feel free to contact me at: conservation@canberrabushwalkingclub.org

Committee reports

The team

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Committee reports

If you want to learn more about MEHW, and how to report possible sightings when walking in KNP, please use the following link:

http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/resources/pestsweeds/150065HawkweedAlert.pdf

If you are interested in volunteering for the orange hawkweed program, please follow this link:

https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/volunteer-activities/hunting-hawkweed

Cynthia Burton

Conservation Officer

A search line—February 2017

GPS trace of an area searched—a thorough

process

MEHW—leaves covered in long hairs, pale un-

dersides

MEHW—yellow flowers with

red stripe underneath

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Track Maintenance

Dear Canberra Bushwalkers,

Conservation Volunteers would love to invite any of your members to participate in our Tidbinbilla Tracks n’ Trails program. We have partnered with Parks ACT to engage in Walking track maintenance work at the Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve. Some of this work includes re-cutting of the Skyline. This track will make some of the incredible peaks in the Tidbinbilla mountain range accessible, allowing keen bushwalkers to safely reach them, and minimise impacts of multiple informal trails. Parts of this track existed before the 2003 bushfires which devastated the reserve, and Conservation Volunteers are fortunate enough to participate in re-establishing these sections.

What you can expect:

Possibility of staying overnight in a stunning remote location Amazing views Walking in adventurous mountainous terrain To get involved in a unique and exciting opportunity to build an iconic track in the ACT region

Essential requirements:

High level of fitness Experience getting out in the bush, e.g. bushwalking, mountain biking, camping etc Strong work ethic and desire to get stuck in to some tough and rewarding activity We have regular projects happening from January 2017 right through until May 2017

To book onto the project go to: http://bookings.conservationvolunteers.org/project/act-tracks-n-trails

For more information please contact the Canberra office on 6247 7770 or Canberra@cva.org.au

Cheers

Brian Butler

Regional Manager—ACT/SNSW

Conservation Volunteers Australia

Volunteers Needed

Technical assistant needed for the general meetings

The committee is seeking a volunteer who would be willing to take on the role of technical assistant, and whose responsibilities would be the projector, PA system and laptop, plus associated stands and leads.

The task each Wednesday meeting would be to set up the equipment ready for use, pack it up after the meeting and store it at home.

If you think you can help, please contact Jenny Horsfield, 6231 4535 or robhorsfield@bigpond.com

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INTRODUCING THE NEW EDITOR

I am taking over from Alison as the editor of this newsletter and I look forward to this interesting learning experience. Alison’s shoes are very big ones to fill so bear with me as I learn the ropes and introduce my own style. Over the last ten years Alison has produced more than a hundred high quality newsletters. She has been very generous with her time helping me to get started. We are all highly appreciative of Alison and her wonderful contribution to the club. Thank you Alison.

I took this chance to volunteer for the position of editor as a way of contributing to a club which has meant such a lot to me over the past ten years. I find it satisfying on so many levels to walk regularly in the bush and enjoy new places and the company of fellow walkers.

As my first offering, this month’s newsletter has been a challenge, but fun to produce. My aim is to keep the newsletter as a tool for communication for all club members. It will greatly help to have contributions each month, whether they be articles, trip reports, pictures, letters to the editor —anything of general interest and relevance to the club will be very welcome. The newsletter can only be as good to read as the contributions it receives. If you send photos please send each image as a separate file. Posted and handwritten items are also acceptable although email is preferred.

The closing date for each issue of it is the fourth Wednesday of each month.

Please send items to editor@canberrabushwalkingclub.org

Meredith Hatherly Editor

Committee Reports

President: Lorraine Tomlins president@canberrabushwalkingclub.org

6248 0456 or 0434 078 496

Treasurer: Julie Anne Clegg treasurer@canberrabushwalkingclub.org 0402 118 359

Walks Secretary: John Evans walksec@canberrabushwalkingclub.org 6294 8232 or 0417 436 877

General Secretary: Cynthia Coppock gensec@canberrabushwalkingclub.org 0408 266 501 or 6270 9010(w)

Membership Secretary: Roger Edwards membsec@canberrabushwalkingclub.org 6288 7863

Training and Safety Officer: David Dedenczuk training@canberrabushwalkingclub.org 0417 222 154

Conservation Officer: Cynthia Burton conservation@canberrabushwalkingclub.org 0488 071 203

Web Manager: Andrew Meers webmanager@canberrabushwalkingclub.org

Editor: Meredith Hatherly editor@canberrabushwalkingclub.org 6154 1513 or 0413 396 258 Assistant Walks Secretary: Keith Thomas awalksec@canberrabushwalkingclub.org +64 27 535 6176

Social Secretary: Jenny Horsfield socsec@canberrabushwalkingclub.org 6231 4535

Publisher: David Williams publisher@canberrabushwalkingclub.org ————————————————————— All members of the Committee can be contacted in one email to committee@canberrabushwalkingclub.org Check in: check.in@canberrabushwalkingclub.org

Web site: www.canberrabushwalkingclub.org

CANBERRA BUSHWALKING CLUB COMMITTEE

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Matthew Higgins needs no introduction to CBC members. He is well recognised for leading popular club walks and giving presentations about our local environment, for his wonderful books, including “Rugged Beyond Imagination,” for his widely recognised environment and heritage work and numerous publications and media exposure over many years in the Canberra region.

At our club meeting on Wednesday 15 March we were treated to a presentation of Matthew’s latest project – the Rosenberg Monitor. Matthew has been studying the monitors on Mount Ainslie for the past three years. He first spotted one on Mount Ainslie in 2013. This was a rare sighting. They are few in number and masters of camouflage.

After this first sighting, Matthew began a project to find and study the monitors on Mt Ainslie. He had some knowledge from reading about field research done on Kangaroo Island.

The end result of Matthew’s three years of study, patience and a great deal of walking, is a fascinating presentation of the reproductive cycle of the monitors. The focus of the talk was on one pair in particular – Rosie and her mate Rex (T-Rex), accompanied by rare photographs and video footage. The findings and photos have attracted wide media attention, and Matthew is presenting this talk at numerous ACT locations for public education and awareness raising purposes.

Australia hosts 25 monitors out of a total of 40 across the world. The Rosenberg Monitor is one of the most southern dwelling monitors in Australia.

It survives by using the stable temperature of termite mounds to incubate the eggs for 8 months during the coldest part of the year. Matthew collected his data, with assistance from Don Fletcher, an ACT Government ecologist, by installing remote automatic wildlife cameras near termite mounds. With the cameras, the activities of the monitors could be closely watched, along with the various predatory visitors wandering within camera range.

There are many threats to the eggs and the hatchlings, particularly in an urban reserve like Mount Ainslie where vehicles, off-lead dogs, cats, predatory native birds and animals, foxes and human interference and habitat destruction significantly affect the numbers. The 14 little hatchlings that emerged from Rosie’s termite mound in September 2016 have a very slim chance of survival.

Matthew’s next steps are to try to estimate the population size in the ACT. Statistical data will help towards gaining a protective conservation status in the ACT. The monitor is already listed as vulnerable or endangered in some other states.

REVIEW OF MARCH 2017 CLUB MEETING—GUEST SPEAKER MATTHEW HIGGINS

Adventures with Rosie: Monitoring Rosenberg’s Monitor on Mt Ainslie 2013-2016

One of Rosie’s hatchlings emerging from

the mound

Rosie laying eggs in the termite mound

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Matthew suggested that we bushwalkers can help with this mission – we can become more attuned to the bush as we walk through, and take more notice of what is around us. The monitors are elusive – they hide under rocks, logs, leaves, bushland litter, and are well camouflaged. But if we do happen to spot one, then we can report it on Canberra Nature Map. Take a photo if possible, try to get a good shot of the face – the markings on the face vary and can be used to identify individuals, and a photo of the tail.

The colour and patterns of the tail are an easy way to distinguish it from the lace monitor which also inhabits this region. You can see detailed pictures of the appearance of both monitors on several websites.

Sightings of the Rosenberg’s monitor are not numerous, but they have been seen in the Naas Valley, Ginninderra Falls, Queanbeyan River, and Googong Foreshores as well as Mount Ainslie.

This project has as one of its goals to raise public awareness of the value of our woodland reserves for native animals. It brings an important message to Canberrans that there is a threatened species, a top predator, living close to our urban area which needs help. By having so much visual evidence to demonstrate the beauty and the behaviour of the monitors, it is hoped to engage the public and to encourage people to become more mindful of how precious and in need of protection is our remaining habitat .

Many thanks to Matthew for this talk. We appreciate his efforts and his inspiring demonstration of how much good can be achieved through citizen science.

Summary: Meredith Hatherly

Photos: Matthew Higgins

Rosie guarding the termite mound

Good at camouflage—spot the two monitors,

Rosie and Rex, in this photo

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Distance and difficulty

Distance: (S) Short – under 12 km/day (M) Medium – 12–20 km/day (L) Long – over 20 km/day Note: In calculating distance, 1 km is added for every 100 metres climbed.

Terrain: (E) Easy – fire trail, tracks, beaches etc (M) Medium – bush tracks, alpine areas, some scrub (R) Rough – much scrub, steep climbs, rock scrambles (W) Wet – compulsory swims, many river crossings

(X) Exploratory

Booking Contact the leader early rather than late so the leader has time to ar-range transport. See walk description for booking deadline. Check with the leader about:

the need to carry water, tents/fly, maps, etc.

appropriate clothing, footwear

any precautions you might need to take for severe weather chang-es.

Ask about anything you’re unsure of, especially if you are new to our Club.

Transport Costs are 38¢/km/car, divided equally among all participants. This amount may be varied at the discretion of the leader, depending on the condition of the roads and other factors. The figures given are for the car as a whole and then, at the discretion of the leader, an estimate or range per person. Park admission and camping fees are additional costs which leaders should list separately.

Duty of care Every person taking part in a CBC activity acknowledges that he/she does so voluntarily and that he/she may be exposed to risks that could lead to injury, illness or death, or to loss of, or damage to property. Each person is required to sign the Club’s ‘Acknowledgement of Risks’ form. Visitors are welcome to join trips. However walkers are strongly encouraged to join the Club after a maximum of three trips.

For further information see: www.canberrabushwalkingclub.org

Check-in after walks Before a trip leaders are to email or phone through the names of their party, and by 10 am the day after their trip report their safe return or trip cancellation, to the Check-in Officer, David Dedenczuk (check.in@canberrabushwalkingclub.org 0417 222 154 leave message if no answer). In the event that you are late returning, worried relatives should contact the Check-in Officer or the Walks Secretary (6294 8232 or 0417 436 877) in the first instance, not the Police or other bodies.

Equipment hire

Take advantage of the excellent gear that the Club has available for hire before lashing out on your own equipment. The Equipment Officer is Rob Horsfield, who can be contacted on 6231 4535(h) or to borrow the northside PLB, Lorraine Tomlins, 6248 0456 or 0434 078 496. The equipment available and current rates per weekend/week are set out below. Hirers are responsible for collecting and returning the equipment. The hiring charge (but not the deposit) is waived for members who are ‘first time’ weekend walkers. A deposit of $20 is required and part or all of this will be refunded, depending on the condition of the items upon return and whether they are returned late. Item w.e./week Olympus two person tent $15 / $40 Macpac Microlight one person tent $15 / $40 Snow tent $15 / $40 3 season bag, mat and liner $10 / $25 Assorted packs $5 / $15 Trangia and fuel bottle $5 / $15 Snow shoes/poles $10 / $25 Snow sleeping bag, mat and liner $15 / $40 Personal locator beacon – nil (see website for conditions) GPS – nil (see website for conditions of use)

Check you have ALL the bits and pieces you need when collecting and returning gear.

Wednesday walks

Two walks one Medium/Easy and one Medium/Hard, are conducted most Wednesdays. Walks are conducted in turn by leaders from the Canberra Bushwalking Club (CBC), Brindabella Bushwalking Club (BBC – Peter wellmanp@iinet.net.au and Kathy khandel@bigpond.net.au) and National Parks Association ACT (NPA - Mike S, 0412 179 907). Destination and meeting place details are emailed a few days before each walk. (BBC and NPA leaders as listed in the activity program).

Control your receipt of Wednesday Walk emails via your membership profile. Contact John, co-ordinator of Wednesday Walks, via wednesday.walks@canberrabushwalkingclub.org for general enquiries. If you are not a member of CBC, BBC or NPA you must contact the leader before the walk to discuss the level of difficulty and must be accompanied on the walk by a sponsoring member. Please note that leaders retain the right to not accept any walker.

ACTIVITY PROGRAM Arrange for your club-related activities to be included in the program with

John Evans (Walks Secretary)

Ph: 6294 8232 or 0417 436 877. Email: walksec@canberrabushwalkingclub.org. Post: Villa 68, 200 Woodcock Drive, Gordon

Information for participants

Map scale is 1:25,000 unless otherwise stated

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(Thursday 13) Friday–Monday 14–17 April: Brogo – M&L/R/W?/X

The Brogo Wilderness lies to the east of Nimmitabel and has a pristine catchment. On Friday we will walk down the ridge between Greens and Robinsons Creeks before dropping into the lower part of Robinsons Creek and thence to the Brogo River. On Saturday we will cross a ridge into Galoon Creek. We will then descend part of Galoon Creek before recrossing to the Brogo River and then climbing westward up to the plateau. Those walkers with a botanical fetish will be excited by the fact that Acacia blayana is endemic to Galoon Creek. Maps: Nimmitabel, Kydra, Puen Buen and Yankees Gap. Leader: Ian Hickson 6251 6858(h), hickson@homemail.com.au Transport: ~$140 per car. Limit: 8.

(Thursday 13) Friday–Monday 14–17 April: Rivers and Ridges in the Blue Mountains – M/M Drive to Dunphys Camp at the end of the Megalong Valley on Thursday afternoon/evening for a four day walk in the heart of the Blue Mountains. Day 1: Fire trail and track to Mobbs Soak, with a side-trip for spectacular views from Splendour Rock. Day 2: Track down Yellow Pup Ridge to the Coxs River, camp at Kanangaroo Clearing. Day 3: Up the Coxs River, with several river crossings, to the vicinity of Breakfast Creek. Day 4: Up Breakfast Creek (lots of creek crossings) and Carlon Creek back to the cars. 200 m climb from Mobbs Soak to Splendour Rock, 650 m drop into the Coxs River, 400 m ascent in stages from the Coxs back to the cars. Total distance ~45 km. Also on the CMW program. Maps: Jenolan, Jamison, Kanangra. Leader: Meg McKone 6254 5902, frankmckone@optusnet.com.au Transport: $236 per car, ~ $59–$78 per person. Limit: 8.

Saturday–Monday 15–17 April: Mt Namadgi via Middle Creek and return – M/R Day 1: Yankee Hat car park– Middle Creek– Big Creamy Flat, ~ 500 m climb and 10 km distance. Day 2: Big Creamy Flat– Mt Namadgi and return, ~300 m climb and 5 km return. Day 3: Return to car park down Middle Creek, ~10 km. Map: Rendezvous Creek. Leaders: Jenny and Rob Horsfield 6231 4535(h) robhorsfield@bigpond.com. Transport: ~$40 per car.

Easter Monday 17 April Booroomba Rocks from Honeysuckle Creek M/E–M Meet at Kambah village to arrange transport then drive to Honeysuckle Creek camping ground. Follow AAWT to Booroomba Rocks car park and thence up the Booroomba Rocks walking track to take in the views at the top. Next head up to the spot height to the south at 1372 m for lunch. Depending on the party, possible side trips to another spot height at 1396 m further south, and/or the one at 1353 m to the north-east. Return to cars at Booroomba Rocks car park. This trip is mostly on footpath but there is a small amount of rock scrambling. A car shuffle will be required. Map: Corin Dam. Leader: Tim Wright 0409 847 534, scouse.tim.in.oz@gmail.com Transport $34 per car or $8.50 per person.

Easter Monday, 17 April: Twin Hills Walk - M/E Discover what is on your doorstep. Meet at 8.30am at the car park on Kellaway St., Hackett for a walk, mostly on track, over and around Mts Ainslie and Majura. Morning tea at the old Ainslie Quarry and lunch atop Mt Majura. About 5 hrs walking. Map: to be provided on the day. Leader: Jenny Stewart 0418 139 102, j.stewart@adfa.edu.au. Co-leader: Stan Marks. Transport: drive yourself but please book. I need to know who is coming and there may be someone in your area needing a ride.

Activity Program

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Monday 17 April (Easter Monday): Legoland family walk - S/M

Legoland is an outcrop of giant granite boulders about 40 minutes drive south of Tharwa. The outcrop contains a maze of cracks, overhangs and viewpoints. After a 700 metre walk along a fairly level track, we will stop in a sheltered area between the boulders. From that point there are several exploring options of 50 to 100 metres in length – easier routes for younger kids and more challenging routes for older kids and teenagers. We will also visit a large cave. Please wear closed-in shoes with good grip and, whatever the forecast, bring a rain jacket and clothes for cool weather. Bring lunch. No need to book. Meet at the end of the bitumen on Apollo Road (type ‘Namadgi National Park – Honeysuckle Creek’ into Google Maps), near the public toilets, ready to leave there at 10 am. From there we will drive together the last 10 minutes on 2WD dirt road, steep in places. We should be back in Canberra by 3.30 pm. Map: Corin Dam. Leader: Linda Groom 6281 4917, 0474 507 259, lbgroom@gmail.com. Transport: Drive yourself.

Tuesday 18 April: Wingello State Forest – L/R/X The forest is located 16 kilometers east of Marulan. Starting in the pine plantation, we’ll head east and spend most of the day in the native forests between Johnstones Creek and Nyes Creek. We’ll also walk in the adjacent Morton National Park and visit a prominent sandstone cliff-top that should provide good views. Much of the walking will be off-track in steep country and some rock scrambling is required. There is a 2 hour drive each way. Bookings by the Friday night before. Minimum distance: 19 km with 735 metres of ascent. Maps: Wingello, Bundanoon. Leader: Ian Wright 2861473, iwri5712@bigpond.net.au . Transport: 322 km return. Limit: 8.

Wednesday 19 April: Wednesday Walks Coordinated by BBC Kathy Handel and Peter Wellman.

Saturday 22 April: Billy Range / Brandy Flat Hut – M/R,X

From the Glendale Depot car park, ascend the steep ridgeline to the Billy Range via SH1288 for views across Gudgenby Creek, Booth Range, and Clear Range to the East and Nursery Hill to the West. Follow the ridgeline south to Brandy Flat Hut, then return via fire trail to the cars. About 9 km off track exploratory, and 6 km fire trail for the return with total ascent of 650 m off track and 125 m on fire trail. Recent Navigation course graduates will be invited to lead a leg of this walk for practice. Map: Michelago Leader: Rowan Peck, rowan.peck@gmail.com Transport: ~$10 per person Bookings: Preferably by email, before 5 pm Thursday 20 April. Limit: 12.

Saturday 22 April: Warking in the Brindabellas – L/E-M From a base at the Warks Camp area on Bendora Road, three short warks to nearby features. First, north along Warks Rd, then south-west up Old Mill Rd to join Pago Break. A short but scrubby entry to Pago weir. Around 6km return. Next south-west along Warks Rd to Bushranger weir with another short but scrubby climb up to the weir. Around 7km return. Then drive 1km down Bendora Rd and a 2km return bush-bash to Bendora trig. Finally, a drive to Bendora Dam and a very short walk. Around 17km and 400m climb in total. There is a geocache at each destination. Map: Tidbinbilla. Leader: John Evans 0417 436 877 john@johnevans.id.au . Transport: ~ $15 per person.

Activity Program

Wednesday 19 April 7.30pm —MONTHLY MEETING

A Biography of Marie Byles; Presenter: Anne McCleod

Hughes Baptist Church Hall, 32-34 Groom Street Hughes

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Saturday-Monday, 22-24 (25) April: Tom Groggin to Top Flat - M/M

Starting at Tom Groggin we follow the Murray River upstream to Tom Groggin Top Flat. Day 1: We walk about 10 km from Tom Groggin (NSW side) via Rileys Paddock to a base camp near the river on the Vic side. Day 2: Day walk to Top Flat - about 12 km return. Day 3: Return to Tom Groggin via the Day 1 route. The walk is mainly on an old undulating miner's track. There is a 140 m climb near the start/end and we wade, about knee deep, the Murray at Rileys Paddock on days 1 and 3. Note that whilst the walk is scheduled for 22-24 April, it could be shifted to 23-25 April depending on weather conditions. Maps: Tom Groggin and Jacobs River 1:100,000. Leader: Mike Bremers 0428923408, mcbremers@gmail.com Transport: ~$220 per car including park entry fee. Limit: 8. Please book by 2 pm on Thursday 20 April.

Saturday–Sunday 22–23 April: S24C#4 – Bushfold Flat Hut – M/E Day 1: An afternoon walk along the Australian Alps Walking Track from the Tharwa Visitor Centre to Bushfold Flat Hut. Approx 12 km, 400 m climb. Dry camping by Bushfold Flat Hut (fire place). Day 2: A morning walk along Australian Alps Walking Track to Honeysuckle Campground. Optional trip to Booroomba Rocks. Approx 12 km, 400 m climb. Ideal bush break for busy people. Suitable as an overnight pack trip for beginners. Map: Williamsdale. Leader: Michael de Raadt michaelderaadt@gmail.com. Transport: ~ $40 per car. Book: Preferably by email before 1800 Thu. Limit: 16.

Saturday–Monday 22–24 April: Shoalhaven Sojourn – M/E Drive down Saturday morning and do the less-travelled East rim of Fitzroy Falls in the afternoon along the way. Sunday will be the coastal walk from Kiama to Gerringong, with stunning cliff and sea views. We will use the train from Gerringong to avoid a car shuffle. Monday morning will be the delightful Bens Walk (and, if time, the Grotto) close to central Nowra. Return after lunch. We will be staying at Michael and Janet’s house in St Georges Basin (accommodation – free if you pat the cats). Maps: Bundanoon, Kiama and Berry Leaders: Stan Marks (Fitzroy Falls) and Michael Sutton (the rest); bookings to Michael Sutton 4443 6734, msutton@grapevine.com.au Transport: 400 km return; ~$150 per car, $60 per person.

Wednesday 26 April: Gudgenby Meadows – M/M A circuit in the grasslands of the beautiful Gudgenby Valley, from the Rendezvous Creek carpark. En route we will visit 3 granite outcrops – climbing them is entirely voluntary – and have morning tea on a fourth area of flattish granite slabs. Lunch will be on a grassy slope above a small swamp on Pheasant Creek. In this largely open country, even a little elevation provides good views of the surrounding mountains. Kangaroos and photogenic isolated gum trees guaranteed. Soaring eagles likely. A 100 m ascent to start and then a few 30 m undulations through the day. 6 km of off track walking on short grass, tussocky grass and about 100 metres of light scrub, plus 3.5 km on track. Part of the Wednesday walks series, easier stream. Suitable for active beginners and baby-wearing (on the back) parents. Meet at Kambah Shops at 8.30 am. Leader: Linda Groom lbgroom@gmail.com 6281 4917. Map: Rendezvous Creek. Transport: $10 each if 4 in car.

Wednesday 26 April: Wednesday Walks Coordinated by CBC John Danaro danaro@bigpond.net.au (E–M leader Andrew Struik) and NPA Mike Smith.

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(Thursday 27) Friday–Sunday 28–30 April: Ti Willa Plateau exploration – L/M–R

I’ve been to Mt Cloudmaker a few times, but I’ve never visited Ti Willa Plateau. Plan is to leave Thursday afternoon, drive out to the Kanangra Walls car park, with a short walk to camp at the old Dance Floor Cave. Next morning, follow the track across Kanangra Tops, then along the bumps of the narrow Gangerang Range to Mt Cloudmaker. Then down to Ti Willa Plateau to camp in the 100 Man Cave. Spend the second day exploring the plateau. I’ve been told there are spectacular views in all directions and I would like to visit the 1000 Man Cave. If time allows, a side trip to Dex Creek Camp and beyond could be a possibility. Return the third day via the same route as the first day. Some scrub and maybe a rock scramble. Approx. 30 km return trip with about 900 m of climbing. Map: Kanangra and the Gangerang sketch map. Leader: Dave Drohan. 0417 181 395 davidndrohan@gmail.com Transport: ~ 500 km return, $190 per car. Limit: 8.

Saturday 29 April: Heritage Festival – Walk to the Orroral Homestead – S/E Meet at the Orroral River campground just inside Namadgi National Park at 1.30 pm, walk approx. 4 km on a well made track into the Orroral Valley, passing signage that interprets the settlement history of this beautiful valley. After afternoon tea at the homestead with a talk from local historian Jenny Horsfield we return the same way. Bookings required, and gold coin payment to MOTH (Minders of Tuggeranong Homestead). Leader: Jenny Horsfield 6231 4535, robhorsfield@bigpond.com Transport: Make your own way.

Saturday 29 April: Mt Foxlow –M/E–M From the car park just off Woolcara Lane at the entrance to the Yanununbeyan Conservation Area, we will head along attractive, open ridges close to Foxlow. Return is along another ridge to end the day at Apple Box Flat. Short car shuffle, about 10 km, 400 m aggregate climb and 4½ hours actual walking. Map: Captains Flat Leader: Stan Marks 6254 9568, smarks@live.com.au Transport: ~$20.

Sunday 30 April: Grassy Creek and beyond – L/M Starting at Brayshaws Hut we’ll walk the first section of the Settlers Track to Waterhole Hut, then leave the track and make our way up Grassy Creek past two vestigial sites. We will get onto the Bobeyan Divide and see several of Harry Mouat’s border survey marks dating from 1915, then make our way back down the valley to Westermans Homestead, and back to Brayshaws. Distance: 17 km, on and off track, including untracked forest Ascent: 300 m Maps: Yaouk and Shannons Flat. Leader: Phillip Starr. 0419 281 096 phillipstarr1945@gmail.com, Transport: $60 per car ($15 - $20 pp.) Booking: Please book by email before 2pm Friday 28 April.

Sunday 30 April - Corin Dam to Pryors Hut / Mt Gingera return - L/M Follow Stockyard Spur from Corin Dam to Pryors Hut. Possibly followed by a further climb up to Mt Gingera depending on the wishes of the party and the conditions. Return the same way down the hill to the cars. Trip around 20 km including the allowance for the 1000m climb. Map: Corin Dam. Leader: David Dedenczuk. Bookings to leader by 27 April. ddedentz@bigpond.net.au 0417 222 154. Transport: ~$22 per vehicle. Limit: 12.

Wednesday 3 May: Wednesday Walks Coordinated by BBC Kathy Handel and Peter Wellman.

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Friday 5 May: Toddlers Toddle – Callum Brae Nature Reserve – S/M

Callum Brae Nature Reserve is a pleasant woodland with lots of birds, a few minutes drive south of the suburb of Narrabundah. Meet at the Nature Reserve entrance, approximately opposite 39 Narrabundah Lane, Symonston, ready to start walking at 9.45 am. We will walk on grassy fire trail, then off-trail through the woodlands, follow a small gully and climb a 1.5 metre high ‘cliff’. About 400 metres total distance. This walk is designed for families with kids up to around 4, who are keen to acquire skills such as walking through grass, log-walking, recognising a gully and following it, and walking around ant nests. Leader: Linda Groom lbgroom@gmail.com 6281 4917. Map: Google Maps. Transport: Drive yourself.

Saturday 6 May: Yankee Hat Ridge ascent – L/R,X From the Yankee Hat car park, fire trails to the start of the spur then we will seek to ascend the steep ridge to Yankee Hat (south), returning via SH1447 (Yankee Hat north) and the Rock Art site. About 14 km, 700 m climb, expect some very tough ridgeline walking for spectacular views. Maps: Rendezvous Creek and Yaouk Leader: Rowan Peck, rowan.peck@gmail.com Transport: ~$50 per car Bookings: Preferably by email, before 5 pm Thursday 4 May. Limit: 6.

Saturday 6 May: Centenary Trail from Goorooyarroo to Mulligan’s Flat We will meet at the Mulligans Flat car park, Amy Ackman St, Forde and car shuffle to the Goorooyarroo entrance to the Nature Park of the same name, off Horse Park Drive. We will walk, all on track, back to the Mulligans Flat car park. The walking is all flat and will probably take around five hours. Map: Hall. Leader: book direct with leader by email, Stan Marks 6254 9568, smarks@live.com.au: Transport: $20.

Sunday 7 May: Booroomba Rocks – M/M Beginning at Booroomba Rocks car park we will follow the footpad to Booroomba Rocks. From there we will walk off track to spot height 1396. The off track section includes some minor rock scrambling, some light scrub and some wonderful granite. We will return via the same route. About 9km, with climbs totalling about 400m. I expect that we will be home for lunch. Map: Corin Dam, Leader: Phillip Starr. 0419 281 096, phillipstarr1945@gmail.com, Transport: $10, Booking: Please book by email before 2 pm Friday 5 May.

Wednesday 10 May: Wednesday Walks Coordinated by CBC John Danaro danaro@bigpond.net.au (E–M leader Mark Peirce and M–H leader Barrie Ridgway).

Saturday–Sunday 13–14 May: S24C#5 – Horse Gully Hut – S/E Day 1: An afternoon walk along Naas Valley Trail passing Demandering Hut to Horse Gully Hut. Approx. 9 km, 100 m climb. Camping by Horse Gully Hut (water tank/fire place/pit toilet). Day 2: A morning return by the same route. Approx 9 km 100 m climb. Ideal bush break for busy people. Suitable as an overnight pack trip for beginners. Map: Colinton. Leader: Gerald Dodgson 0438 119 803 g.dodgson@hotmail.com. Transport: ~$60 per car. Book: Preferably by email before 1800 Thu. Limit: 16.

Saturday–Sunday 13–14 May: Max and Bert’s Hut – M/R South Brandy Flat car park–Dry Creek–Booth Range– hut and return. ~500m climb and 8 km distance each way. Maps: Michelago, Collinton. Leaders: Jenny and Rob Horsfield 6231 4535(h), robhorsfield@bigpond.com Transport: ~$40 per vehicle.

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Wednesday 17 May: Wednesday Walks

Coordinated by BBC Kathy Handel and Peter Wellman.

Wednesday 24 May: Wednesday Walks

Coordinated by CBC John Danaro danaro@bigpond.net.au (E–M leader Jenny Horsfield) and NPA Mike Smith.

Saturday 27 May: Snowy Corner to Tidbinbilla Mountain – M/R Car park-top of Lyre Bird Trail– Snowy Corner–Mt Tidbinbilla–ridge-line–Tidbinbilla Peak–part of the Camel Hump Trail-car park. ~700m climb, 10 km, ~6 ½ hours. Map: Tidbinbilla. Leaders: Jenny and Rob Horsfield 6231 4535(h), robhorsfield@bigpond.com Transport: ~$30 per car.

Saturday 27 May: Harrisons Peak and Ridge with a View- M/M A walk through open forest near Captains Flat, initially on a fire trail to a beautiful open ridge (the ridge with a view) with a spectacular view from Mt Coree to the Tinderries. We then walk largely on track to Harrisons Peak, also with spectacular views, for lunch. A mixture of on and off track to pick up the track to return to the cars. About 12km and 300m aggregate climbing during the day. About 5 hrs actual walking. Map: Captains Flat. Leader: Stan Marks 6254 9568, smarks@live.com.au . Transport: ~$15.

Saturday–Sunday 27–28 May: S24C#6 – Pryors Hut – S/E Day 1: An afternoon walk along Mt Franklin Road to Pryors Hut. Optional trip to Mt Gingera. Approx 8 km 300 m climb. Camping by Pryors Hut (fire place/pit toilet). Day 2: A morning return by the same route. Approx 8 km 100 m climb. Ideal bush break for busy people. Suitable as an overnight pack trip for beginners. Map: Corin Dam. Leader: Michael de Raadt michaelderaadt@gmail.com Transport: ~$40 per car. Book: Preferably by email before 1800 Thu. Limit: 16.

Wednesday 31 May: Wednesday Walks Coordinated by CBC John Danaro danaro@bigpond.net.au (E–M leader TBA) and NPA Mike Smith.

Saturday 3 June: High Hills East of Gibraltar Creek – M/R We drive to the Corin Dam road, near to Woods Reserve. We then walk off-track down to Gibraltar Creek, then up spurs to the unnamed high hills to the east of the creek. We then proceed north east along the tops for a few kilometres before dropping back down to the creek and the road again. This is rough, rocky, scrubby terrain. Around 11 km and 700 m climb. Please advise leader of intention to participate by COB Thursday 1 June. Map: Tidbinbilla. Leader: David D 0417 222 154, ddedentz@bigpond.net.au Meet at Kambah at 8:00 am. Transport: 90 km ($10 per person).

Saturday 3 June: Mundoonen Nature Reserve - M/M This National Park lies just south of the Hume Highway between Gunning and Yass. The area is attractive, open woodland. I plan a day of fairly light walking, about 4hrs, a mix of fire trail and off track. Map: Jerrawa. About 4hrs walking. Leader: Stan Marks 6254 9568, smarks@live.com.au. Transport: ~$10.

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Wednesday 17 May 7.30pm —MONTHLY MEETING

Hughes Baptist Church Hall, 32-34 Groom Street Hughes

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Wednesday 7 June: Wednesday Walks

Coordinated by BBC Kathy Handel and Peter Wellman. Wednesday 7 June – Friday 7 July: Carr Boyds, Drysdale River and Keep River – M/R/X/W

Three trips near Kununurra, WA. The Carr Boyds with rugged gorges, small canyons and high plateaus. Drysdale River National Park, noted for Indigenous art, wildlife, rocky side creeks and Solea Falls, accessed by float plane. Keep River National Park, with its unusual rock formations. Longest pack-carry is 10 nights. Suit people with previous experience of multi-day trips at CBC ‘rough’ grade. Maps: tba. Leader: Linda Groom 6281 4917, lbgroom@gmail.com Transport: in addition to fares to Kununurra – $1200–$1700 per person. Limit: 8. Fully booked; waiting list commenced.

Saturday-Monday 10-12 June – Royal National Park Weekend I have booked a large house at Bundeena, at the northern end of the Park. Leave Canberra on Saturday morning. That afternoon we will walk south along the coastline and back enjoying spectacular views. On Sunday, we will drive to Otford and do the loop to North Era, Burning Palms and back. On Monday, we will walk the Lady Carrington Drive, once a road, through magnificent rain forest. Combined meals Saturday and Sunday evenings. Maps: Otford and Port Hacking. Leader: Stan Marks (h) 6254 9568, smarks@live.com.au Transport: est. $60; accommodation: est. $120.

Sunday 11 June: Devils Peak – 5 km+ M/R We drive to Piccadilly Circus in the Brindabellas, then drive along Two Sticks Road to the north. Park at the base of Devils Peak. It will be a short, but scrubby walk to the summit. Around 5 km (though significantly more if roads need to be walked) and 150 m climb. Please advise leader of intention to participate by COB Thursday 8 June. Map: Cotter Dam. Leader: David D 0417 222 154, ddedentz@bigpond.net.au Meet at Cooleman Court carpark, Weston at 8:00 am. Transport: 120 km ($14 per person).

Wednesday 14 June: Wednesday Walks Coordinated by CBC John Danaro danaro@bigpond.net.au (E–M leader Bob Dewar and M–H leader Philip Gatenby).

Wednesday 21 June: Wednesday Walks Coordinated by BBC Kathy Handel and Peter Wellman.

Saturday 24 June: Serenity Rocks - M/M Park the cars near the junction of the Palerang and Jinglemoney fire trails. After about 20 minutes on the fire trail, head off along a clear footpad to Serenity Rocks for lunch with spectacular views before returning to the cars. A pleasant and relatively easy walk, about 10km, 200m climb, about 4 hrs walking. Map: Bombay. Leader: Stan Marks 6254 9568, smarks@live.com.au. Transport: $20

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Wednesday 21 June 7.30pm —MONTHLY MEETING

Hughes Baptist Church Hall, 32-34 Groom Street Hughes

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Saturday–Sunday 24–25 June: Beginner snowshoe, Kosciuszko NP – S–M/M

Based from Jindabyne 2 nights from Friday evening, we will select walks based on snow conditions and group capability near Perisher, Thredbo, and Guthega. A chance to learn to drive some of CBC’s new snowshoes. After our first day, enjoy a winter BBQ by Lake Jindabyne on Saturday evening while we plan tomorrow’s adventure. Maps: Perisher Valley, Geehi Dam, Chimneys Ridge. Leader: Rowan Peck, rowan.peck@gmail.com Transport: ~$170 per car plus Park Entry fees if applicable. Bring a bottle of wine for accommodation in Jindabyne. Bookings: By email, before 5 pm Tuesday 20 June. Book CBC snowshoes if you need to, rather than hire locally. Limit: 8.

Wednesday 28 June: Wednesday Walks Coordinated by CBC John Danaro danaro@bigpond.net.au (E–M leader Mike Morriss) and NPA Mike Smith.

Wednesday 5 July: Wednesday Walks Coordinated by BBC Kathy Handel and Peter Wellman.

Saturday–Sunday 8–9 July: Snowshoeing, Pryors Hut – M/E Day 1: A morning walk up Stockyard Spur Track to Pryors Hut. We will don the CBC’s new snowshoes and explore the Mt Gingera and Brumby Flats area during the afternoon. Approx 10 km, 600m climb. Camping by Pryors Hut (fire place/pit toilet). Day 2: A leisurely departure and return down Stockyard Spur track. Approx 8 km 200 m climb. Map: Corin Dam. Leader: Sean Sunley 0433 073 959, seansunley64@gmail.com Transport: ~ $40 per car. Book: Preferably by email before 1800 Thursday. Limit: 8.

Wednesday 12 July: Wednesday Walks Coordinated by CBC John Danaro danaro@bigpond.net.au (E–M leader Robin Cayzer and M–H leader TBA).

Wednesday 26 July -Tuesday 8 August: Ridges and gorges of Razorback, West MacDonnells – M/R/part X You will need to be in Alice Springs on Tues 25 July and not leave until Wed 9 August. Two walks (approx 7 days each) over 2 weeks in the West Macs. Week 1: Explore the narrow ridges and gorges on the western side of Mt Razorback from base camps by delightful pools in Crawford Creek. I don’t know what we will find, but it looks spectacular! Off-track walking with steep climbs and scrambles. Week 2: Another off-track walk, possibly along the Chewings Range between Ellery Creek and the block west of Hugh Gorge, including Peak Alone (u nnamed, 1179 metres). Also on the CMW program. Maps: West MacDonnell NP Maps 1 and 2. . Leader: Meg McKone 6254 5902, frankmckone@optusnet.com.au Transport: $ lots – return flights to Alice Springs, bus transport to start and end of walks ~$200. This trip is now full.

Saturday 29 July – Sunday 3 September: Central Australia - M/M Three weeks in the red centre visiting the Western Macdonnells (including sections of the Larapinta Track), Watarrka, Uluru, Kata Tjuta and more, camping beside the cars and doing day walks. We will also spend a week driving there and another week coming back seeing interesting places along the way. Leaders: Linda Stone and Jeff Bennetts jcmbenn@ozemail.com.au There are eight coming so far; a few more could come as long as another vehicle (4WD or AWD) is made available. Please make, by email, an expression of interest without delay if you would like to join us.

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Navigation refresher 2017

Tuesday evening 29 August: Navigation refresher #1 An evening with map and compass

This is at the home of Jenny and Rob Horsfield 62314535(h).

Tuesday 5 September: Navigation refresher #2 An Evening dead-reckoning exercise – S/E This revisits the techniques of navigation for conditions of minimal visibility using a ramble out from Jenny and Rob’s home. 6231 4535(h). robhorsfield@bigpond.com.

Saturday 9 September: Navigation refresher #3 Position fixing – M/M This is a day-ramble in the hills and on the river at the back of Kambah consolidating position finding techniques. ~200 m climb and 15 km distance. Map: Tuggeranong. Leaders: Jenny and Rob Horsfield 6231 4535(h), robhorsfield@bigpond.com

Saturday–Sunday 16–17 September: Navigation refresher #4 Sentry Box Mountain – M/R Off track in the Namadgi. Day 1: Naas car park, Waterhole Hut– Sheep Station Creek–Lutons Hut. ~200 m climb and 10 km distance. Day 2: Lutons–Sentry Box and return as a side trip, Naas Valley to the car park. ~600 m climb and 12 km distance. Map: Yaouk. Leaders: Jenny and Rob Horsfield 6231 4535(h). robhorsfield@bigpond.com. Transport: ~$48 per car.

Tuesday evening 19 September: Navigation refresher #5 Introduction to GPS An evening at the home of Jenny and Rob Horsfield 6231 4535(h), robhorsfield@bigpond.com.

Saturday 23 September: Navigation refresher #6 Use of GPS to navigate – S/E

Revisiting #2 using Waypoints and Routes. Map: Tuggeranong. Leaders: Jenny and Rob Horsfield 6231 4535(h), robhorsfield@bigpond.com.

Thursday evening 28 September: Navigation refresher #7 GPS and PC software

An evening demonstration of PC software and digital maps to plan and analyse trips recorded on a GPSr. 0417 436 877, john@johnevans.id.au to book.

Weeks 3 and 4, October: Sundown, Girraween, Bald Rock, Richmond Ranges NPs - M/M Approx two weeks of car camping with day and overnight walking in a selection of these and possibly other NPs in Southern Qld and Northern NSW. There are two 2-3 day walks in Sundown NP and day walks of different lengths in them all. Spectacular spring flowers in some, rainforest in Richmond Range. Maps: See leader. Leader: Meg McKone, 6254 5902; frankmckone@optusnet.com.au. Transport: $$$. Also on the CMW program.

Advance notice: Australian Alps Walking Track with Mac Kirby I plan to walk the Australian Alps Walking Track in the spring / early summer of 2017. I expect to take about a fortnight for each of the three sections: Walhalla to Hotham, Hotham to Thredbo, Thredbo to Tharwa. I plan to take a couple of days break between sections (i.e. in Hotham and in Thredbo). I will welcome companions for the whole walk or for parts of it. Exact dates and other details to be worked out to suit the party. Expressions of interest to 0422 585 519, mac.kirby@hotmail.com

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BULLETIN BOARD

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bushwalking-related matters. The Club is not involved in, takes no responsibility for, and does not endorse,

the activities or goods advertised here. Hence, if people participate in any activities advertised here, they do

so as private individuals, not as members of the Club, and will not be covered by the Club’s insurance.

Hone your navigation – go rogaining!

Rogaining is bushwalking that emphasises navigation and strategy. You can be as competitive or as relaxed

as you like. The 2017 ACT rogaining calendar is now out at www.act.rogaine.asn.au For further information,

contact Jonathan Miller on 6161 5131

Beautiful open walking country

The 2017 Australian Rogaining Championships will be held 6–7 May near Cooma in beautiful open

woodlands, with views towards the coast and back to the Snowy Mountains. While it is 24 hours long, you

can sleep overnight. You will see the remains of 19th century gold mining activity, and you may even hear or

see the area’s famed bark-eating koalas! CBC member, Jeannie Douglass, is organising. More details:

arc2017.act.rogaining.org.au

World Orienteering Day

Wednesday May 24th. Join 250,000 people around the world in this world - record attempt at any of ten

different orienteering events in Canberra. Choose a local school for your children , a local park at lunchtime

or take up the challenge of navigating in the dark. Or you can even try indoor orienteering. All welcome.

No experience necessary.

http://act.orienteering.asn.au/events/?EventID=3978

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