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THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER | THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER | ||
- | A monthly bulletin of matters of interest to the Sydney Bush Walkers, The N.S.W. Nurses' | + | A monthly bulletin of matters of interest to the Sydney Bush Walkers, The N.S.W. Nurses' |
308 AUGUST 1960 Price 1/ - | 308 AUGUST 1960 Price 1/ - | ||
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Paddy' | Paddy' | ||
Some Weekend Walks 14 | Some Weekend Walks 14 | ||
- | Cradle Mountain - Lake St. Clair Reserve - R. CrP,, | + | Cradle Mountain - Lake St. Clair Reserve - R.Craggs |
Flight to London - Ron Knightley 17 | Flight to London - Ron Knightley 17 | ||
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- | SOCIAL | + | **SOCIAL |
Pamela Baker. | Pamela Baker. | ||
AUGUST 17TH | AUGUST 17TH | ||
+ | Keith Renwick will show more of his slides - this time of England and Iceland. | ||
AUGUST 24TH | AUGUST 24TH | ||
- | Keith Renwick will show more of his slides - this time of England and Iceland. | + | " |
- | " | + | |
- | Supper will be served in the Clubroom. | + | |
- | Debate. | + | |
AUGUST 31ST | AUGUST 31ST | ||
+ | Debate. | ||
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SEPTEMBER 21ST | SEPTEMBER 21ST | ||
The Royal Life Saving Society has agreed to bring along one or two films to supplement the talk, which will be on Water Safety. Supper will be available to members. | The Royal Life Saving Society has agreed to bring along one or two films to supplement the talk, which will be on Water Safety. Supper will be available to members. | ||
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- | THE 1960 WALKING TRIAL | + | **THE 1960 WALKING TRIAL** |
Malcolm McGregor. | Malcolm McGregor. | ||
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Snow Brown told us that the Federation was (once again) considering the production of a Federation Annual. It had been ascertained that it would be a reasonable financial proposition. A. production manager had been secured, and there were hopes of an editor from the S.B.W. The matter was put to the vote and all except one favoured the publication of an annual. | Snow Brown told us that the Federation was (once again) considering the production of a Federation Annual. It had been ascertained that it would be a reasonable financial proposition. A. production manager had been secured, and there were hopes of an editor from the S.B.W. The matter was put to the vote and all except one favoured the publication of an annual. | ||
- | Walks Secretary Eric Adcock:told us that: although he had reports on only 5 of the 9 walks in June, they bad been attended by 68 persons, including 38 members. Nearly 3 times as many had attended the Harvey' | + | Walks Secretary Eric Adcock told us that although he had reports on only 5 of the 9 walks in June, they bad been attended by 68 persons, including 38 members. Nearly 3 times as many had attended the Harvey' |
- | After some words from Frank:Ashdown on the desirability of helping Church organisations who formed bushwalking clubs, and sometimes got into difficulties in the bush, the meeting closed, leaving the Club complete with a President and Vice-Presidents, | + | After some words from Frank Ashdown on the desirability of helping Church organisations who formed bushwalking clubs, and sometimes got into difficulties in the bush, the meeting closed, leaving the Club complete with a President and Vice-Presidents, |
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Ski-ing types held a Silicone party at Lyndsey Gray's home recently. About 8 gallons of Silicone solution were consumed in proofing (or so they hope) a wide variety of gear. Superiority or otherwise over old fashioned but effective methods should be known in a few week's time. | Ski-ing types held a Silicone party at Lyndsey Gray's home recently. About 8 gallons of Silicone solution were consumed in proofing (or so they hope) a wide variety of gear. Superiority or otherwise over old fashioned but effective methods should be known in a few week's time. | ||
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- | THE KNIGHTLEY' | + | THE KNIGHTLEY' |
On July 2nd the Sydney Bush Walkers said goodbye to their President, Ron Knightley, his wife Dorothy and their two children, Sharon and Stephen. | On July 2nd the Sydney Bush Walkers said goodbye to their President, Ron Knightley, his wife Dorothy and their two children, Sharon and Stephen. | ||
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AUGUST 19-20-21 | AUGUST 19-20-21 | ||
- | Mittagong - car to Joadja Creek area - Wingecarribee River - Wollondilly River - The Batterie | + | Mittagong - car to Joadja Creek area - Wingecarribee River - Wollondilly River - The Batteries |
Leader: Jim Brown. | Leader: Jim Brown. | ||
Map: Mittagong Military. | Map: Mittagong Military. | ||
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I read in the July Edition of your notable publication of Alex Colley' | I read in the July Edition of your notable publication of Alex Colley' | ||
- | And so they should: for this land is the Nadgee Faunal Reserve dedicated to the " | + | And so they should for this land is the Nadgee Faunal Reserve dedicated to the " |
Now I wonder why Alex didn't stress that point? To an ardent campaigner for Nature Conservation as I understand Alex to be, I would have thought this was the opportunity of opportunities - stressing how jubilant we would be to know that Nadgee is now held in perpetuity for the conservation of fauna and the natural environments in which they live. Perhaps he could have also stressed the responsibility that each and everyone of us - bushwalkers more than most - have to ensure its proper management | Now I wonder why Alex didn't stress that point? To an ardent campaigner for Nature Conservation as I understand Alex to be, I would have thought this was the opportunity of opportunities - stressing how jubilant we would be to know that Nadgee is now held in perpetuity for the conservation of fauna and the natural environments in which they live. Perhaps he could have also stressed the responsibility that each and everyone of us - bushwalkers more than most - have to ensure its proper management | ||
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DAY WALKS. | DAY WALKS. | ||
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AUGUST 14 | AUGUST 14 | ||
- | Parramatta - bus to Rouse Hill - Cattai Creek - Vineyard Station. NOTE:, Owing to time-table alterations train will now leave Central Electric Station for Parramabta | + | Parramatta - bus to Rouse Hill - Cattai Creek - Vineyard Station. NOTE: Owing to time-table alterations train will now leave Central Electric Station for Parramatta |
- | Bus will leave Parramatta Station at 9.0 a m. | + | Bus will leave Parramatta Station at 9.0 am. |
Leader: David Ingram. | Leader: David Ingram. | ||
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8.20 a m. electric train Central to Sutherland. CHANGE at SUTHERLAND for rail motor to Waterfall. | 8.20 a m. electric train Central to Sutherland. CHANGE at SUTHERLAND for rail motor to Waterfall. | ||
Tickets: Return to Waterfall at about 6/-. | Tickets: Return to Waterfall at about 6/-. | ||
- | The walk will be all track walking and easy. New members and visitors will be very welcome. The leader is rarely able to come into the Club. For further information, | + | The walk will be all track walking and easy. New members and visitors will be very welcome. The leader is rarely able to come into the Club. For further information, |
Maps: Port Hacking Military, Port Hacking or National Park Tourist. | Maps: Port Hacking Military, Port Hacking or National Park Tourist. | ||
Leader: Clam Hallstrom. | Leader: Clam Hallstrom. | ||
SEPTEMBER 4 | SEPTEMBER 4 | ||
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Berowra - Waratah Bay - boat to Long Trig - Roach Trig - Cowan Trig - Terrey Hills. 10 miles. | Berowra - Waratah Bay - boat to Long Trig - Roach Trig - Cowan Trig - Terrey Hills. 10 miles. | ||
8.15 a m. Gosford train from Central Steam Station to Berowra. (Leaves Hornsby at 8.48 a m.) | 8.15 a m. Gosford train from Central Steam Station to Berowra. (Leaves Hornsby at 8.48 a m.) | ||
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AUGUST 28 | AUGUST 28 | ||
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Turramurra - bus to Bobbin Head - Cowan Creek - Cowan. 12 miles. 8.10 a m. electric train Central Turramurra via Bridge. 8.52 a m. bus Turramurra to Bobbin Head. | Turramurra - bus to Bobbin Head - Cowan Creek - Cowan. 12 miles. 8.10 a m. electric train Central Turramurra via Bridge. 8.52 a m. bus Turramurra to Bobbin Head. | ||
Tickets: Return to Cowan via Bridge at 6/2, plus 1/11 bus fare. The first 5 miles are track walking, then the pressure comes on. From Waratah Bay to the top of the escarpment is scratchy and rough. There is a very good set of aboriginal carvings in this vicinity, which it is hoped to locate. Should be same good wildflower specimens. | Tickets: Return to Cowan via Bridge at 6/2, plus 1/11 bus fare. The first 5 miles are track walking, then the pressure comes on. From Waratah Bay to the top of the escarpment is scratchy and rough. There is a very good set of aboriginal carvings in this vicinity, which it is hoped to locate. Should be same good wildflower specimens. | ||
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- | THE VAGABOND. | + | **THE VAGABOND.** |
- Clarice Morris. | - Clarice Morris. | ||
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- | SOME WEEKEND WALKS. | + | **SOME WEEKEND WALKS.** |
AUGUST 20-21 | AUGUST 20-21 | ||
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Blackheath - Carlon' | Blackheath - Carlon' | ||
Track and rock hopping down Breakfast Creek. Fairly easy going along this delightful open section of the Cox's with crossings necessary. Pass Kanangra River junction, Kowmung River junction - climb out via Black Dog spur (views up Cox's River), Taro's ladder and Narrow Neck. Views from the Neck of country traversed, of Central Blue Mountains area, Warragamba backwaters, Mt. Solitary. | Track and rock hopping down Breakfast Creek. Fairly easy going along this delightful open section of the Cox's with crossings necessary. Pass Kanangra River junction, Kowmung River junction - climb out via Black Dog spur (views up Cox's River), Taro's ladder and Narrow Neck. Views from the Neck of country traversed, of Central Blue Mountains area, Warragamba backwaters, Mt. Solitary. | ||
- | Maps: Myles Dunphy | + | Maps: Myles Dunphy |
Jenolan Military. | Jenolan Military. | ||
Leader: Roy Craggs. | Leader: Roy Craggs. | ||
SEPTEMBER 9-10-11 | SEPTEMBER 9-10-11 | ||
- | Katoomba - Mt. Solitary - Korrowall Buttress - Cedar Creek - Kat o cmba.. | + | Katoomba - Mt. Solitary - Korrowall Buttress - Cedar Creek - Katoomba. |
Camp on Narrow Neck on Friday night. Then over Mt. Solitary and down the Buttress - steady nerves needed here - rope work possible if wanted. Pleasant camp on Cedar Creek. Rock hopping up the Creek on Sunday - waterfalls and cascades. | Camp on Narrow Neck on Friday night. Then over Mt. Solitary and down the Buttress - steady nerves needed here - rope work possible if wanted. Pleasant camp on Cedar Creek. Rock hopping up the Creek on Sunday - waterfalls and cascades. | ||
Maps: Myles Dunphy' | Maps: Myles Dunphy' | ||
- | Jenolan | + | Jenolan |
Leader: Jack Perry. | Leader: Jack Perry. | ||
SEPTEMBER, 10-11 | SEPTEMBER, 10-11 | ||
Wild Flowers and Scenic Panoramas. | Wild Flowers and Scenic Panoramas. | ||
- | Ferry to Manly - bus to Church Point, - Ferry to Lovett' | + | Ferry to Manly - bus to Church Point - Ferry to Lovett' |
Map: Broken Bay Military. | Map: Broken Bay Military. | ||
Leader: Edna Garrad. | Leader: Edna Garrad. | ||
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Roy Craggs. | Roy Craggs. | ||
- | We left Narcissus at 8 a m. Tuesday Morning, choosing the easy lakeside track in preference to the track which climbs 2,000 ft. up Byron Gap in about three miles. On approaching the lake track a small button grass plain is traversed, but the rangers had done a wonderful job of removing the grass and placing logs- to walk on. You beaut" said yours truly and stepped forward boldly | + | We left Narcissus at 8 a m. Tuesday Morning, choosing the easy lakeside track in preference to the track which climbs 2,000 ft. up Byron Gap in about three miles. On approaching the lake track a small button grass plain is traversed, but the rangers had done a wonderful job of removing the grass and placing logs- to walk on. "You beaut" said yours truly and stepped forward boldly right on to the flat of my back! The logs were nice and wet, as slippery as glass, and extended far a mere 100 yards or so. Our party suffered more bruises and embarrassment here than in Meanwhile, poor Smithy was down, Hans insisted that he maintain his uncomfortable position until a photo was taken. My hat off to Smithy - he endured so much - the rain; fog; old, button grass, mud, leeches and above all, our cooking; but after all, I'm not to blame for the quality of my cooking. I did ask mother to come. |
The lake track proved to be moderate walking through myrtle forest where the light is quite dim, in fact the weather turned fine without us knowing it. At last! We arrived at Cynthia Bay at 1 p m. feeling very hungry (and thirsty). Now we knew that the ranger here sold food, so his residence was our first stop. We asked for meat, bread and beer. Unhappily we received none of these and had to settle for tinned meat ant soft drinks. | The lake track proved to be moderate walking through myrtle forest where the light is quite dim, in fact the weather turned fine without us knowing it. At last! We arrived at Cynthia Bay at 1 p m. feeling very hungry (and thirsty). Now we knew that the ranger here sold food, so his residence was our first stop. We asked for meat, bread and beer. Unhappily we received none of these and had to settle for tinned meat ant soft drinks. | ||
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- | + | **BACK OF THE CASTLE COUNTRY.** | |
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- | 'BACK OF THE CASTLE COUNTRY. | + | |
SEPTEMBER 2-3-4 | SEPTEMBER 2-3-4 | ||
Sassafras - The Vines - Yarmac' | Sassafras - The Vines - Yarmac' | ||
- | The best rock climbing country in the State. Unlimited new climbs on good rocks, to suit all tastes and abilities. If you don't climb, come along for the mighty | + | The best rock climbing country in the State. Unlimited new climbs on good rocks, to suit all tastes and abilities. If you don't climb, come along for the mighty |
- | New, improved approach route. | + | |
Leader: Colin Putt. | Leader: Colin Putt. | ||
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- | FLIGHT TO LONDON. | + | FLIGHT TO LONDON.** |
Ron Knightley. | Ron Knightley. | ||
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Tried the local beer - free, why not? - and found it rather mindful of a good Burning Palms home brew. Quite nostalgic: I imagine you'd like it quite a lot after a few glasses, but I stopped at one - that was all that was free! | Tried the local beer - free, why not? - and found it rather mindful of a good Burning Palms home brew. Quite nostalgic: I imagine you'd like it quite a lot after a few glasses, but I stopped at one - that was all that was free! | ||
- | Two hours later at Singapore, 77 miles north of the Equator. Weather forecast on leaving Djakarta: "Fine and warm. Reticent blokes, these meteorologists. I'd hate to be here when it is hot. Flying over the city I was agreeably surprised at the extent and modernity of the city and the European style settlement with its extensive areas of colourful, contemporary blocks of flats. | + | Two hours later at Singapore, 77 miles north of the Equator. Weather forecast on leaving Djakarta: "Fine and warm". Reticent blokes, these meteorologists. I'd hate to be here when it is hot. Flying over the city I was agreeably surprised at the extent and modernity of the city and the European style settlement with its extensive areas of colourful, contemporary blocks of flats. |
- | Arrived on the concrete and bags of confusion. The hostess announced that production of air restaurant | + | Arrived on the concrete and bags of confusion. The hostess announced that production of air restaurant |
- | "Nor us, either" | + | |
- | Hurried consultation among stewards and hostesses; Knightley blocking the exit waiting for the verdict. "The ground hostess will arrange it", they assured us. Dom the gangway, | + | Hurried consultation among stewards and hostesses; Knightley blocking the exit waiting for the verdict. "The ground hostess will arrange it", they assured us. Down the gangway, |
- | We were then driven to the transit passenger lounge.. Some passports were collected; some were not. Some were handed back; others were retained. Passengers gesticulating and demanding "Why? Pourquoi? Nom de dios:" or anything else appropriate to their native lingo. | + | We were then driven to the transit passenger lounge. Some passports were collected; some were not. Some were handed back; others were retained. Passengers gesticulating and demanding "Why? Pourquoi? Nom de dios:" or anything else appropriate to their native lingo. |
The pretty hostess, unperturbed, | The pretty hostess, unperturbed, | ||
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The pretty hostess by this time was feeding someone' | The pretty hostess by this time was feeding someone' | ||
- | Up and away again in the Comet 4 - up to 35,000 ft. and down again 45 minutes later at Kuala Lumpur. Seven hours d_nce breakfast. | + | Up and away again in the Comet 4 - up to 35,000 ft. and down again 45 minutes later at Kuala Lumpur. Seven hours since breakfast. |
- | Qantas. One cup of coffee made available at airport. I felt it drop through space and hit the bat torn of my stomach. | + | |
- | Off again in the hot afternoon sun; up to 37,000 feet - and lunch! Just nine hoa-s after breakfast::: | + | Off again in the hot afternoon sun; up to 37,000 feet - and lunch! Just nine hours after breakfast. |
Touch down at Colombo - a surprisingly ramshackle airport - and then on to Karachi. The right way to see Karachi is to arrive by night and leave by day, for it is a veritable fairyland from the air in the darkness. By daylight, however, it is about the most dreary, desolute damp of a place I've ever seen. | Touch down at Colombo - a surprisingly ramshackle airport - and then on to Karachi. The right way to see Karachi is to arrive by night and leave by day, for it is a veritable fairyland from the air in the darkness. By daylight, however, it is about the most dreary, desolute damp of a place I've ever seen. | ||
- | Crowds of Pakittanis | + | Crowds of Pakistanis |
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+ | On again - in darkness this time - to a long sleep above the clouds in the moonlight. I shan't describe Teheran. It's indescribable - to me, at any rate, because I stayed on the plane asleep. Athens at midnight and stretched the legs. Went through the door marked " | ||
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+ | Frankfurt at 5 am - modern, clean and busy with an attractive beer garden. Up in the air again for breakfast and the final hop to London. And what would you expect for breakfast, leaving Frankfurt? Frankfurts; but of course: Also leberwurst and pickled cucumber. And then at last, London - miles and miles and miles of high-density. housing and lush green parks. But more of that some other time. | ||
- | On again - in darkness this time - to a long sleep above the clouds in the | ||
- | moonlight. I shan't describe Teheran. It's indescribable - to me, at any rate, because I stayed on the plane, asleep. | ||
- | Athens at midnight and stretched the legs. Went through the door marked " | ||
- | Now, what maid you expect the lay, to be built of in Athens? Marble? You 're right! Quite a quaint affair - a pull-the-chain job, you know; but there' | ||
- | Frankfurt at 5 a m- mcdern, clean and busy mith an attractive beer garden. Up in the PAr again for breakfast and the final hop to London. And what would you | ||
- | expect for breakfast, leaving Frankfurt? Frankftrts; but of course: Also | ||
- | leberwurst and pickled cucumber. | ||
- | And then at last, London - miles and miles and miles of high-density. housing and lush green parks. But more of that spun other time. | ||
+ | The Leyden-Colley group has been further exploring the country North of Mt. Wilson. Bungleboori Creek would appear to be a hard creek to get into and rather harder to get out of. | ||
- | The Leyden-Colley group has been further exploring the country North of Mt. Nilson. Bungleboori Creek would appear to be a hard creek to get into and rather harder to get out of. The leader reports that the August Bank Holiday trip resolved into a "cloud bank holiday", | + | The leader reports that the August Bank Holiday trip resolved into a "cloud bank holiday", |
- | bonkers. Ooh-er. | + |
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