Northern Rivers
Bushwalkers Club
Newsletter
February 2016
PO Box 5155 East Lismore NSW 2480
http://www.northernriversbushwalkersclub.org.au/
In this edition of the newsletter
A few words from the president
Membership fee for 2016
Important club activity information
The club web site
The club on Facebook (FB)
Clarence Valley Bushwalking Club
Activity reports
Ian’s ramblings
The next newsletter
The next club meeting
Northern Rivers Bushwalkers Club walks and other activities program
Walks gradings
Important information about club activities
Office bearers 2015-2016
Walk Leaders Guidelines and Checklist (July 2015)
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A few words from the president
2016, and another fine bushwalking year ahead! It’s going to be a big one for the club, ever more people
joining, more heading up and down mountains, along beaches, creeks, feet, paddles and peddles …
And then there’s Poland, Tasmania, and (almost) all points in between! A great big THANK YOU to all
the volunteer leaders and organisers without which our very active club could not function.
My year started as I hope it will continue. Four days hiking in the remarkable New England National
Park saw the New Year in. I’m look forward to the club’s return there on the ANZAC weekend. If you
haven’t experienced the beauty and wilderness of this area, make plans to come along. Contact Jenny
a.s.a.p! This was followed by a gentle but beautiful and enjoyable stroll around Byron Bay and Suffolk
Park, followed by something else the club does so well, a social event. Good food, good company and
good conversation, well into the evening. Thanks, Mary.
And then there was this weekend just passed. How much rain can fall in the few minutes a bushwalker
takes down his tent??? The club’s weekend at Mulligan’s Hut in the Gibralter Ranges was another
memorable outing to New England. Wet to start, wet to end, and just a wee bit wet in the middle. But
not to be thwarted, our merry band of hikers put in a good 40km plus of walks through this high-level
rainforest and granite woodland and heath. Lunch on the high rocky outcrops, views galore, scrambling
over, under and through the rocks. Ah, this is the life!
We shared the weekend with the Clarence Valley Bushwalking Club, and will be sharing other events
later this year. They have extended a welcome to you to join them, so if you find yourself at a loose end
and there’s nothing on our program
that catches
your interest, visit them
on http://bushwalkingnsw.org.au/clubsites/clarence/.
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Another visitor, Kristy, the new executive officer of Bushwalking NSW, joined us round the campfire and
along the tracks. We were treated to an inside view of the association – Kristy has lots of plans to vitalise
the association – and hopefully now we will have closer links with it in the future. Watch this space!
Aditionally, Kirsty has undertaken to send all future newsletters by e-mail to the Secretary, and they will then
be forwarded on to all members. An archive of Bushwalking NSW newsletters (can be viewed at
http://www.bushwalkingnsw.org.au/newsletter-archive/).
Membership Fee for 2016
The membership fee for 2016 will be $30 (NOT $25) per person and there will be no discount for early
payment. Fees are due to be paid by no later than 1 st March annually. In the case of a new member
commencing from 1st October the fee will be 50% of the full fee. In the case of a new member
commencing in January or February there will be no fee for those two months, but the full fee will be
due by 1st March.
Important club activity information
The club has important information that all members, leaders and walkers, cyclists and paddlers
everyone need to know about. You will be asked to sign that you have read this information before
being allowed to take part in a club activity. You can find all the essential information on the web site,
and there is further information about this and other club activities on last pages of this newsletter.
The club web site
The club web site is an important source of up-to-date information. Activities are being added to the list
on a regular basis, so check out the web site. You may also enjoy the photos posted there.
Don’t forget that there are local bushwalking and other outdoor shops that support the club by giving
members discounts. You’ll find the details on the web site.
http://www.northernriversbushwalkersclub.org.au/
The club on Facebook (FB)
The club FB page can be accessed by either searching for the Northern Rivers Bushwalkers Club or more
easily by clicking on this link: https//www.facebook.com/northernriversbushwalkingclub/free=ts
You can then 'like' the page to get notifications and/or comment on posts and photos.
Anyone who is interested in posting a status or photos on the page can add Carmel as a friend and she will
assign them an administration role. It should be pointed out that anyone with an admin role will then start
receiving all the notifications from the Club FB page unless they change their settings. Her page can be
found by this link: https//www.facebook.com/carmel.anne.h
It is not advisable to open the page for public access to posting because internet trolls prowl these sites
and bombard them with ads, or indeed anything and everything!
Clarence Valley Bushwalking Club
As mentioned by the President in his introduction, the Clarence Valley Bushwalking Club has extended a
welcome to members of the Northern Rivers Bushwalking Club to join them in their activities, so if you find
yourself at a loose end and there’s nothing on our program that catches your interest, visit them
on http://bushwalkingnsw.org.au/clubsites/clarence/.
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Activity Reports
28th November, 2015 – Kayak – Leader: Clancy - Simpson’s Creek, Brunswick Heads
Participants: Graeme & Ruth M, Peter B, Sue P, Faye H, Julian D, Peter D (v), Cath L, Heike M, Winston
L, Karen D, Mark D, Di & Ian N, Jo M (v), Andrew O, Peter F, Clancy B.
An impressive 18 paddlers in 18 kayaks made up this fleet, a tribute to the attractions of Simpson’s
Creek. We met early to catch the high tide and were on the water about 8:00am. The weather was
overcast and cool, ideal for our paddle.
We made very rapid progress averaging almost 6km/hour as we paddled south with the assistance of
a strong tide. The water was crystal clear and fairly shallow. Fish and quite a few stingrays were visible
beneath us. Gradually the water acquired a tannin tinge as we moved through the Tyagarah
Conservation Area. Bird life was abundant – a flock of yellow tailed cockatoos farewelled us as we
started. A number of sacred kingfishers were sighted in the mangroves. The highlight of the day was
the sighting of a group of (not often seen these days) glossy black cockatoos feasting in a tall casuarina.
We stopped for morning tea after about 7km. Here, planes from the nearby Tyagarah airstrip were busy
taking tourists up for skydiving adventures.
Refreshed, we headed further upstream, but found our way barred by fallen trees and other
obstructions. Five hardy souls battled on portaging over the obstacles and paddling around the airstrip
extremities. The other group began the return journey pausing for a lengthy break to rendezvous with
the adventurers and to better take advantage of the falling tide on the return.
Again we made good progress. Some explored mangroves on the way, quiet, still wonderlands with
perfect reflections and sculptured trunks emerging from the water. Then it was across the clear water
to our start point which we reached about 1:00pm. Next time, and perhaps on a regular basis in future,
we will also do some snorkelling! Stand by for further announcements. Thanks to all for a great day.
15th to 18th January, 2016 – Walk – Leader: Steve/Ian - Gibraltar Range Camp
Around 35 bushies turned up for the weekend camp despite a terrible weather forecast. Yours truly
arrived and duly started to pitch his tent and found that the two main bendy poles were missing, must
have been left behind at the last camp.
Steve to the rescue and we survived the weekend in his two man tent under a tarp. The group
campground made the weekend camp very comfortable. We had the large shelter to ourselves and the
amenities were nearby.
A contingent from the Clarence Valley Bushwalking Club turned up and the two groups soon became
the best of friends. Unfortunately Steve, who was down to lead had health problems, could not
participate in the walks so muggins had to take over.
On Friday afternoon we all assembled at Washpool and tackled the Washpool Walk. Lovely rainforest
with noticeably no weeds and lots of coachwood. The rain came down just after we finished. On
returning to Mulligans the newly arrived had to dash out when the rain abated to pitch their tents. All
succeeded. Mind you, Bill and Ruth arrived in the dark and heavy rain and slept in Steve's multi room
tent palace the first night.
On Saturday we trekked along the Tree Fern Forest walk taking the option to view the Needles from
the lookout. The rain stayed away for the entire walk and in the evening we all sat around the campfire.
To our surprise Kirsten, the executive officer of Bushwalking NSW, turned up and then proceeded to
talk about the organisation. Just as we all decided to turn in, the rain started to bucket down!
On Sunday the big group drove to the start of the Anvil Rock walk. We climbed to close to the top of
Anvil Rock to explore the rock warren and have morning tea before returning to the start and then taking
the Dandahra Crag track. We lunched at the top and enjoyed the views all round.
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Some of us then returned to Mulligans by car and some walked back to camp along Surveyors and
Little Dandahra Creeks, checking out the aboriginal knife sharpening grooves on the banks of Surveyors
Creek. As we finished the walk, the rain came.
Those that were left on Monday walked to Murrumbooee Cascades for morning tea and then walked to
Lyrebird Rock, returned to camp, lunched and departed. No rain on Monday!
24th January, 2016 – Kayak – Leader: Clancy - Evans River Mangrove Explorer
Participants: Graeme M, Mark, Karen, George, Ian D, Alison, Catherine, Mary, Di, Ian N, Julian, Graham
P, Anna, Barry, Peter, Tim, Clancy.
Our party of 17 in 16 kayaks left the Evans River bridge approaching 8:00am and began paddling
upstream. A very strong (2-3knot) incoming tide pushed us very quickly along. The water was crystal
clear and conditions ideal. A side trip was taken to explore Bandjalung Creek for 2-3 km of its course.
Here mangroves line the banks and we quickly reached the spot where the bridge on the Gumma Garra
walk track used to be. The bridge has now been down for some time with no sign of any work being
done to replace it.
Rejoining the river, we continued upstream seeing azure kingfishers, rainbow eaters, black-faced
cuckoos, shrikes and sea eagles along the way. About 3km from our starting point we turned off the
river and into extensive mangrove forest. Here the group split with some electing to do a short ‘bush
bash’ through low mangrove growth while others elected to stay in more easily navigable waters.
The first group paddled more than 7 metres from the river proper seeing a huge stingray, mud crabs
and a variety of fish. For the nearby sea eagle, this is obviously a regular beat. After meandering on
foot and afloat through the mangroves we returned to the river and stopped at a nearby sandy beach
for morning tea and a swim. Here we decided to explore a creek further upstream in search of a
rumoured waterfall. This we did, but the waterfall remained a rumour – one for the next trip!
We returned to our start point with the falling tide, but into a fresh south-east breeze which made us
work a little harder than we had expected. A great paddle thanks to all, and to Mark and Karen for bird
identification!
30th January, 2016 – Kayak – Leader: Clancy - Kayak information and skills day: Lake Ainsworth
This was a most successful day with 30 members and visitors participating. We met on the shallower
western side of the lake where we enjoyed the shade of a grove of melaleucas. After some introductory
information sessions, all gathered at the waterside and embarked to put advice into practice. The water
was warm and the shallows enabled us to practice a range of skills before moving into deeper water.
Soon kayaks were being deliberately capsized and confidently re-entered! The huge variety of kayaks
lining the banks provided opportunities for all to try various craft and to ask questions of more
experienced paddlers. Activities were halted for morning tea, after which there was more instruction
before kayaks were again borrowed and tested by prospective paddlers.
The day finished about 12:30. Some departed for home and other commitments while others adjourned
to Peter and Desley’s house for lunch. Thanks in particular to our trainers, John and Peter, whose
advice and experience were invaluable. Thanks also to Peter and Desley for their hospitality.
Planning is underway for another training day which will focus on surf/white water skills in the near
future. An enjoyable and useful day – thanks to all.
Ian’s ramblings
After a busy January of walking, cycling and kayaking there is an exciting February ahead of us.
Remarkably there will be over 60 of us taking part in activities in Tasmania. There are 4 separate events:
the Tasman NP (twice), Hobart and The Overland Walk. All of us going will have great time - I think
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your $30 annual membership offers fantastic value when you take part in multi day club activities. It's
not only the great walking but all the fun of sharing accommodation and joining in all the social activities
associated with weeks away that make these trips so pleasurable and so strongly supported.
For those staying at home there are 4 walks on offer. Tom is leading one of our popular local walks on
Valentine's Day. The walk is going into and along Christies Creek in Mooball NP. A magic place - I (and
others) once saw 2 fairies on this walk. An ideal place to be on this special day.
Heike is leading the Huonbrook Escarpment walk on Saturday February 20. This walk includes visiting
the Flying Fox Lookout and the "Loo with a view" and what a view it is! Do not miss this one. The
following day Bill is leading the Angourie Lake Arragan return walk. It's a long walk around 26 km, mind
you last time it was done, Bill never quite made it to the lake.
Finally on February 27 Shane will be taking us to Eden Creek. This track has been storm damaged and
it feels great that we are now going back there. Of course there are kayaking and weekly cycling events
occurring throughout the month.
The club website has again achieved a record number of hits in January and the club Facebook site
has also received a record number of viewings. Our club Facebook site is open to all members to
contribute - just ask to become friends with "Carmel Anne". Julian, in particular, is doing a fantastic job
filming club events, editing them, putting on a music background and then uploading to our Facebook
site. Others are also doing a great job uploading their photos. Check it out.
I will be away for most of February in Tasmania with the club. Julian will be taking over the website from
the 4th to the 18th in my absence. Please send reports and photos to him during this fortnight. Would
all leaders please continue to email me with offerings to lead future club events.
We have received a message from the President of Bushwalking Queensland inviting us to take part in
a charity weekend to help raise funds for Diabetes Qld on the weekend of March 12/13. There will be a
full programme of activities on Green Mountain including the walk to Binna Burra. For more information
check out http://www.diabetesqld.org.au/get-involved/what's-on/2016/march/border-track-trek.aspx.
Finally, one of the most surprising situations I have experienced as a member of our club happened
one night around the campfire at the Mulligans Hut January weekend camp. Through the smoke a
woman appeared who introduced herself as the Executive Officer for Bushwalking NSW. Kirsten stayed
with us for a couple of days and I am happy to tell you she is moving up from Sydney to settle in the
Tweed Valley. I look forward to her becoming a member of our club.
The next newsletter
The next club meeting
Members are invited to contribute to the
newsletter. News, adverts, witting little
somethings, activity reports, handy hints on
how to hike, cycle paddle, use the GPS, etc.
etc. You get the idea …
A general meeting will be held on Wednesday
24th February, 2016 in the Crawford House
Meeting Room in Alstonville. The meeting will
commence at 7pm. Those wishing to have
items included on the agenda should send
appropriate information to the Secretary at
thesecretarynrbc@gmail.com. Items should
be accompanied by a rationale.
The deadline for input to the next newsletter
is the last day of the month before. The
newsletter will be published as soon as
possible thereafter.
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Northern Rivers Bushwalkers Club Walks and Other
Activities Program
The most recent Walks and other Activities Program is attached with this Newsletter. There are new
events being added continuously, so the best thing to do is check the club web site whenever you want
to take on an activity. Please note that a minimum of three days’ notice must be given to the Leader if
you want to participate in any of the activities.
Cycling events occur each Tuesday and Wednesday. Refer to the Cycling Page on the club website.
For walks, please check the walks gradings below.
Walks Gradings
We suggest that you keep this as a reference so that you can assess whether or not outings in
the program will suit your ability and fitness level.
1. Tracks may have some uneven surfaces. Gradients are slight to moderate. Up to about 12 km.
Suitable for beginners with above average fitness.
2. Tracks may have some rough sections. Gradients are generally moderate. There may be some
steep sections. Up to about 15 km. Walkers should have at least slightly above average fitness
and some bushwalking experience.
3. Tracks are likely to vary from moderately uneven to rough and some sections may be off-track.
Some gradients are likely to be quite steep and there may be some moderate rock hopping or
easy rock scrambling. Above average fitness and some bushwalking experience required.
4. Tracks are generally rough with some off-track sections. Some gradients will be steep and include
rock hopping and/or rock scrambling with some height exposure. Above average fitness and
bushwalking experience required.
5. Tracks are rough and may be mainly off-track. Conditions similar to those described in 4, but more
demanding. A high level of fitness and considerable bushwalking experience required.
6. Generally off-track. Strenuous walking conditions in very steep, rugged and remote terrain.
Includes moderate to difficult rock scrambling with moderate to high height exposure. Suitable
only for very fit and experienced walkers.
7. Off-track strenuous walk in very steep, rugged and remote terrain. Challenging conditions include
difficult rock scrambling and possibly severe height exposure. Suitable only for the very fit and
very experienced walkers.
8. Exploratory walks, for members only, may be conducted to determine conditions on a walk not
previously attempted.
If a quoted grading does not adequately describe a planned walk, the walk leader must ensure that
appropriate additional information is included in the walk description provided in the Walks Program
Important information about club activities
Club meetings
The club holds meetings at 7pm on the last Wednesday of most months at the Crawford House Meeting
Room in Alstonville. A General Meeting is normally held in January, March, June and September. A
social meeting or guest speaker meeting is normally held in February, April, May, July, August, October
and November. Everyone is welcome to both general meetings and social and guest speaker meetings.
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Essential information about club activities
There are a few things everyone should know.
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All members wanting to take part in a club activity should be aware of the essential information
about activities. This outlines our individual responsibilities. It is an important part of running
safe activities. You will be asked to sign the attendance sheet at each activity, and in doing so,
you are saying that you have read the essential information. If in doubt, check out the Essential
Information Document on the club web site:
http://www.northernriversbushwalkersclub.org.au/
Activity leaders are reminded that they need to inform Ian P. about the proposed activity so that
we can advertise it on the activities list and the web site. Your brief activity description should
include any particular feature that may involve some risk, the distance, terrain and a map
reference. Leaders please note any changed venue must be formally advised in writing (emails
are OK) before the activity is run for insurance purposes. Leaders should ensure that all new
participants obtain and have read a copy of the Essential Information Document prior to the
actual walk. The current Essential Information Document is dated January 2011. A copy is
available on the website.
Participants intending on going on club activities should notify walk leaders by mid-week, and
those intending to go on camps or overnight backpack walks a week in advance. Anyone
intending to bring an additional participant on a walk should be sure to notify the Walks Leader
before the actual walk.
Please see below the list of updated club documents. These were adopted at the General
Meeting held on 19 January 2011. All documents are available on the Club Website: Essential
Information Document, Walk Leaders Guidelines and Checklist, Emergency Contact
Procedure, Activity Attendance/Risk Acknowledgement Form, Incident Report, Child Protection
Policy, Application for Membership, Membership Renewal Form.
Club membership
Membership fees are due in March each year, but new members can join at any time of the year. The
membership fee includes cover for Public Liability and Personal Accident Insurance. Membership Fees
of $30 per person are payable by 1st March annually. The Newsletter costs $15 per year per household
mailed, and free if emailed.
Office Bearers 2015 – 2016
President
Secretary
Treasurer
Social Secretary
Walks Convener
Ordinary Committee Members
Designated Roles
Vice-President
Public Officer
Kayak Coordinator
Cycling Coordinator
Membership Officer
Newsletter Editor
Website Manager
Bill B.
John R.
Shane M.
Carmel W.
Ian P.
Julian D.
Bert C.
Stephanie C.
Gillian M.
Beverley R.
Clancy B.
Mary C.
6628 6314
6628 1127
6624 4493
6687 1855
6684 7733
0410663566
6686 8834
0422313090
6628 3032
6628 8911
6621 3896
6686 8834
presidentnrbc@gmail.com
thesecretarynrbc@gmail.com
shane@mse.net.au
carmel.h@hotmail.com
Ianpick2@gmail.com
julian.dimbleby@gmail.com
mb.carter@bigpond.com
christinsteph@yahoo.com.au
David R.
Gillian M.
Clancy B.
Ruth D.
Shane M.
John R.
Ian P.
6629 8339
6628 3032
6621 3896
66 871634
6624 4493
6628 1127
66847733
david.robertson@industry.nsw.gov.au
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rumsbb@gmail.com
clancybenson@gmail.com
mb.carter@bigpond.com
clancybenson@gmail.com
ruth_dare@hotmail.com
shane@mse.net.au
thesecretarynrbc@gmail.com
Ianpick2@gmail.com
Walk Leaders Guidelines and Checklist (July 2015)
Planning a walk
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Familiarise yourself with all Club documents, make an electronic copy if you can, and a hard
copy to carry with you on walks.
Choose areas and walk levels that are within your capabilities as a leader. If you have not
visited the walk area for a long time, discussions with others who know it should be undertaken.
Make use of Club maps if appropriate. Pre-walk the route, if possible, taking note of any
potential difficulties and morning tea and lunch spots. If the walk is ‘exploratory’ plan the walk
from reference to the map or by reference to other information sources.
Have an alternate plan in case of unforeseen circumstances, eg flash flooding, track erosion,
transport changes, etc.
Walk Leaders should provide, for the Walks Program, sufficient information in the description
of the proposed walk, including a map reference, to guide prospective walkers in their decision
making about their personal suitability for the walk.
Walk Leaders should check the fitness of visitors and less experienced walkers (screening),
and decline to take them if there is a possibility they would not be able to handle the walk.
During the initial telephone contact with the walker ask questions, and tell them clearly and
realistically what to expect (see Walk Leaders Checklist for prompts). The number of
participants on a walk should be tailored to suit the length and difficulty of the walk. The
recommended minimum number of participants is 3.
Walk Leaders must ask intending walk participants if they are Club members or not. If they are
not, the Walk Leader must ask if a) they have read and agreed to the Essential Information
Document (EID); b) they have already participated in two walks with the Club. If they have,
advise them they must join the Club in order to participate in any further walks. The non-member
must also be advised that they will be required to sign the Activity Attendance/Risk
Acknowledgement Form prior to the commencement of the walk, acknowledging that they have
read and agreed to the EID. This signed copy is to be retained by the Walk Leader and handed
to the designated committee member for filing. This record must be kept in the event of any
possible insurance claim.
A few days prior to the walk, check transport details, expected weather conditions, fire
conditions, park closures, etc.
Prior to and during the walk
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Carry a First Aid Kit, compass, map and any other equipment appropriate for the planned
activity e.g. GPS, PLB, mobile phone.
Ensure all participants complete the Activity Attendance/Risk Acknowledgement Form
Hold an introductory circle prior to setting out and advise details of the walk, including expected
terrain, distance, possible hazards, expected return time, etc. Remind walkers to take sufficient
food, water and insect and sun protection as required. The leader has the right to refuse
participation by any persons they consider may present a risk to themselves or other
participants, or do not have the necessary skills for the activity.
An experienced responsible member, familiar with the route, should be posted at the rear of the
party. The duties of this person should be explained to the other walkers at the start of the walk.
These duties are to make sure no person loses contact with the group and to assist and
encourage any stragglers. Walkers who need to stop should leave their packs by the side of
the track as a signal that they have stopped.
It is important to have frequent pauses to allow stragglers to catch up and rest before
proceeding, and to control speedsters. Pauses at track junctions are essential, especially with
large dispersed groups. The pace of the group should be tailored to the slower members, and
pauses can be used for refreshments, liquid intake and head counts. Keep the group together,
and monitor any unexpected hazards. Ensure everyone is comfortable with the pace and
conditions. Remember it is easier for faster walkers to slow down than for slow walkers to speed
up.
At the end of the walk
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Ensure that all participants have arrived at the finishing point.
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Forward the completed Activity Attendance/Risk Acknowledgement Form, including reports of
any incidents/accidents, to the designated committee member.
Contact the person (if applicable) with whom trip details were left, to inform them of your return.
Walk Leaders are asked to write a walk report at the end of each walk for inclusion in the
Newsletter for that month. This may be delegated to another walk participant. This report is to
be emailed to the Newsletter Editor. Photos taken on the walk may be sent to the webmaster
or uploaded to the photo gallery on the website.
NRBC Walk Leaders Checklist
The following headings provide Walk Leaders with a guide to information which needs to be given to
and to be obtained from prospective walkers.
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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION DOCUMENT – GUIDELINES FOR WALKERS Ensure this has been
read and understood by first time walkers prior to their first walk with the Club. This document is
available on the Club’s Website.
ACTIVITY NAME Day walk / Car camp / Overnight backpack.
LOCATION OF WALK
DATE OF WALK
MAP(S)
GRADE/DIFFICULTY
DISTANCE OF WALK (estimated)
SKILLS INVOLVED Rock hopping; Scrambling; Abseiling; Creek crossing; Off-track walking; Long
walk; Navigation; Scrub-bashing; Track walking; Swimming; Night walk; Pack walking; Height
Exposure.
FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED Average; Above Average; Endurance
AGE LIMIT Nil OR if children allowed, specify minimum age.
TERRAIN Flat; Undulating; Hilly; Mountainous; Escarpment; Gorge; Valley; Canyon; Cliff; Pinnacle;
Creek; River; Swamp; Rainforest; Coastal; Waterfalls; Rocky; Muddy; Dry; Open forest; Cave
BASIC EQUIPMENT REQUIRED (refer to Essential Information Document for all participants; see
the web site. Raincoat; Water <2L; Water >2L; Food (lunch & nibbles); Daypack and liner; Hat;
Appropriate Clothes; Sunglasses; Medication; Torch; Matches; Sun cream; Zinc cream; Insect
repellent; Swimming costume; Towel; Plastic bags; Spare dry clothes; Compass; First Aid Kit;
Afternoon tea; Thermos; Car Pooling money; Driver’s License; Medicare Card; Emergency Blanket.
FOOTWEAR Hiking Boots; Runners; Volleys; Spare dry shoes/sandals
OPTIONAL ITEMS Mobile phone; GPS; Personal Locator Beacon (PLB); Camera; Binoculars;
Harness; Helmet; Descenders; Carabiners; Gloves; Prussik cords; Backpack; Tent/fly; Sleeping
bag/liner; Bivouac; Mat; Stove; Can opener; Dry bag/Plastic bags; Fee for entry to National Parks.
MEETING PLACES AND DEPARTURE TIMES
MEMBERS ONLY / OPEN TO NON-MEMBERS
GROUP NUMBER LIMIT
INCLEMENT WEATHER (in the event of) Press on regardless; Decide at meeting place; Phone
early AM; Postpone; Alternate activity
NAMES & PHONE NUMBERS OF WALKERS
EMERGENCY CONTACT PERSON/EMERGENCY TIME
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