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 With the election of room stewards the meeting drew to a close.
-BLUE GUM WORKIITI
+=====Blue Gum Working Bee.=====
- Jeck Gentle.
-The mrki ng bee at Blue Gum was most successful. 13 members attended and cleared the area of tins and bottles etc., and buried same in suitable pits.
+- Jack Gentle.
+The working bee at Blue Gum was most successful. 13 members attended and cleared the area of tins and bottles etc., and buried same in suitable pits.
 This was carried out by the ladies Edna Stretton, Gladys Roberts, Kath Brown, Grace Rigg, Nan Bourke, Margaret Wilson and Denise Hull.
-The 120n. Paddy Bourke, Bill Bur'.eB, Ern French, Alan Round, Brian Harding, cut a 5 ft. diameter log in two places. This log was across the river and causing severe erosion of the Northern Bank opposite Govett's Leap Creek.
+The men, Paddy Bourke, Bill Burke, Ern French, Alan Round, Brian Harding, cut a 5 ft. diameter log in two places. This log was across the river and causing severe erosion of the Northern Bank opposite Govett's Leap Creek.
 Time did not permit cutting the log right through but as each cut is 18 inches wide quite a volume of water can pass through.
-The next workirf, bee in March will enable the job, to be completed.
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+The next working bee in March will enable the job to be completed.
-Our thanks must go to Rover 3couts of the 2nd Fairfield and 1st ardtbfield Groups for their valuable assistance in chopping logs and helping to strengthen a diversion wall of river stones.
-An amusing and embarrassing si d eli ght of the weekend was that in the heat of the day when some of the ladies were bathing, a party. of sma,11 scouts, identity unknOwn, appeared through the scrub and the girls suffered a prolonged and enforced immersion.
+Our thanks must go to Rover Scouts of the 2nd Fairfield and 1st Smithfield Groups for their valuable assistance in chopping logs and helping to strengthen a diversion wall of river stones.
-ANGCRAWA BITTERS.
-Stuart Bro oks. Vide two statements.
+An amusing and embarrassing sidelight of the weekend was that in the heat of the day when some of the ladies were bathing, a party of small scouts, identity unknown, appeared through the scrub and the girls suffered a prolonged and enforced immersion.
-Baker: "The law One's are going to the Colo."
+=====Angorawa Bitters.=====
+- Stuart Brooks.
+Vide two statements.
+Baker: "The lazy one's are going to the Colo."
 Colley: "You'll get through, but you won't enjoy it."
-This epic really began with a group of twelve keen S.B..IAT. types huddled raund a pyjant clad woodcutter, poring over the map in torchlight, in the dark yard of a sawmill, far out on the Putty Road. The remaining three members of the Inrty, less takn with the joys of compass marching by night, were earnestly discussing tl-B
--oftness of the ground in the sawmill yard, and the convenience of tank water for Ireparirg breakfast.
+This epic really began with a group of twelve keen S.B.W. types huddled round a pyjama clad woodcutter, poring over the map in torchlight, in the dark yard of a sawmill, far out on the Putty Road. The remaining three members of the party, less taken with the joys of compass marching by night, were earnestly discussing the softness of the ground in the sawmill yard, and the convenience of tank water for preparing breakfast.
-Despite the -woodcutter's glooMy prediction S for those bent on cross country walki_ng (you'll git lorst fel, sure, or fall over a. 'cliff") and the incessant Ivhiteant activities of a mincrity, the leader ha-d a last look at the- mai5, took a rapid compass bearing, bade the woodcutter adieu (yorta go by -the fire trail, tate") ana bashed off into the night followed by eleven keen followers, and three othtecs cursing all advanced map reading aid particularly that dorp by night.
-.
+Despite the woodcutter's gloomy predictions for those bent on cross country walking ("you'll git lorst fer sure, or fall over a cliff") and the incessant whiteant activities of a minority, the leader had a last look at the map, took a rapid compass bearing, bade the woodcutter adieu ("yorta go by the fire trail, mate") and bashed off into the night followed by eleven keen followers, and three others cursing all advanced map reading and particularly that done by night.
-Forsaking all tralle, tracks ,m d. pads, our Bee, map in hand, pressed on, followed by his advising, stumbling, giggling a. compla (as the case taaz,r-b,0) band, along a ridge, dam its rocky side, across a. m.'?.rt-4-3., up another ridge, down its side, and thus, into a thickly wooded flat, complete 74?ith miniature stream. The remark, "this is just vhere we ranted to finish up" was passed Ilith a lea,&r 'a usual aplomb in the full knowledge of never having disclosed  such L.,:formation previously.
-Mcrning saw the hard core map readers, Go4.-lfrw, Wren and Kenway, getting dovirfl to business withcut delay, with var,rizr, a-nrunts of interest from the others engaged in multifarious preparations for the mentz-A_ and plvsical labnurs shortly to follow.
+Forsaking all trails, tracks and pads, our Bob, map in hand, pressed on, followed by his advising, stumbling, giggling or complaining (as the case may be) band, along a ridge, dam its rocky side, across a marsh, up another ridge, down its side, and thus into a thickly wooded flat, complete with miniature stream. The remark, "this is just where we wanted to finish up" was passed with a leader's usual aplomb in the full knowledge of never having disclosed  such information previously.
-With final rites var.-the map concltded, and a promise cif morning' tea at
-eleven fresh in their ears, the party swooped off down the, creek and ere long arrive- ed at the much vaunted Angora-wa.
+Morning saw the hard core map readers, Godfrey, Wren and Kenway, getting down to business without delay, with varying amounts of interest from the others engaged in multifarious preparations for the mental and physical labours shortly to follow.
-Here, Nature had laid a cunning trap for intruders in the form of tangled
-lawyer vines, and blood soon flowed like promises from those -ctiose subs. are overdue. (Sorry - that plus by special request.)
+With final rites over the map concluded, and a promise of morning tea at eleven fresh in their ears, the party swooped off down the creek and ere long arrived at the much vaunted Angorawa.
-Despite vigorous machete work by the vanguard, iarogress was slow, and eleven o'clock came and went lith no respite for tea ("no time - behind schedule").
-'First fall' was passed abcut midday, and thereafter the valley was deeper and rockier, fighting through lawyer vines being replaced by clambering over boulders. A halt was called for lunch at a very pleasant spot there a small creek joined Angorawa.. Because of the slow, albeit strenuous, progress (about mile per hour) i-b was decided that the Colo would be a reasonable target for the day. (Audible comment "Oh brother !")
+Here, Nature had laid a cunning trap for intruders in the form of tangled lawyer vines, and blood soon flowed like promises from those whose subs. are overdue. (Sorry - that plus by special request.)
-Bou lder hopping continued unabated for several holrs after lunch until the gorge deepened and became areal chasm in rock. The last three miles of Angoii-awa. Creek are really delightful, consisting of a series of waterfalls and deep pobls entrenched in solid rock. This was by far the most pleasant Walldng so far, but the elusiveness of the Colo(1-the map must be wrong") , the stinging cuts, and the dragging feet were hardly conducive to the full anpreciation of the spectacle.
-*However, the Colo was finally reached Arcurri 5.30 p m.. and no one had to be restrained from pressing on 7,then it was a.).ecested that camp be made at tha junction; The Colo farms a large lalo at this spot, and despite the lack of fir trees, Indian canoes and cigar butts, was rather like a Canadian calendar scene. A few 1-nrc1y types were even enticed in for a swim, though the majority were more inclined to lick their wounds in front ef camp fires.
+Despite vigorous machete work by the vanguard, progress was slow, and eleven o'clock came and went with no respite for tea ("no time - behind schedule").
-It was clear that the day had taken a severe mental and physical toll, and the prospect of a further 10 miles along the steep roc14-4- sides of the Colo did not seem to laroduce the unconfined joy it thould.
-Wren was around soon after tea conducting his own private Gallup Poll on what to do, for the best. If the criginal Colo bash were to be abandoned, a suitable reason which would bear any future official scrutiny must be found. $11:Bre appeared to be fux credible excuses offering for discussion.
+'First fall' was passed about midday, and thereafter the valley was deeper and rockier, fighting through lawyer vines being replaced by clambering over boulders. A halt was called for lunch at a very pleasant spot where a small creek joined Angorawa. Because of the slow, albeit strenuous, progress (about 3/4 mile per hour) it was decided that the Colo would be a reasonable target for the day. (Audible comment "Oh brother!")
-.
-. Everyone had had river bashing, and th-6 thought of a further 10 miles (at
+Boulder hopping continued unabated for several hours after lunch until the gorge deepened and became a real chasm in rock. The last three miles of Angorawa Creek are really delightful, consisting of a series of waterfalls and deep pools entrenched in solid rock. This was by far the most pleasant walking so far, but the elusiveness of the Colo ("the map must be wrong"), the stinging cuts, and the dragging feet were hardly conducive to the full appreciation of the spectacle.
-. m p.h.) along the Colo was particularly repugnant. (This etcuse was really
-of in jocular vein, as no one would ever believe it. It, however, served
+However, the Colo was finally reached around 5.30 p.m. and no one had to be restrained from pressing on when it was suggested that camp be made at the junction. The Colo forms a large lake at this spot, and despite the lack of fir trees, Indian canoes and cigar butts, was rather like a Canadian calendar scene. A few hardy types were even enticed in for a swim, though the majority were more inclined to lick their wounds in front of camp fires.
-as a form of entree for the real at to follow.)
-. We daould retrace our steps to search for Bill's pipe taich he's dropped Somewhere along'the creek. This four2 spine favour, but as Bill had since borrowed Wren's pipe, he wasn't as forceful in its promotion as one might expect.
+It was clear that the day had taken a severe mental and physical toll, and the prospect of a further 10 miles along the steep rocky sides of the Colo did not seem to produce the unconfined joy it should.
-. We dlouid take the shortest possible rolfe out becAuse of Denise's strained ankle. This 'found wide support except from Denise, vho refused to be used as a scapegoat.
-. The ridges around the upper Angorama offered unlimited scope for advanced map reading.
+Wren was around soon after tea conducting his own private Gallup Poll on what to do for the best. If the original Colo bash were to be abandoned, a suitable reason which would bear any future official scrutiny must be found. There appeared to be four credible excuses offering for discussion.
-With a lot of fast talk by the hardcore failing to produce the unanimity SD essential for an official record, it was decided we would just go back anyway.
-With the urgency of the previous day dispelled, the stroll back up Angoraua Creek was really delightful. The previous day's lurch spot vas reached at about 4 p m. after a leisurely morning tea mith swim, and an even mor leisurely lunch. TIA Public Service types had by now regained confidence in their leader.
+. Everyone had had river bashing, and the thought of a further 10 miles (at 3/4 m.p.h.) along the Colo was particularly repugnant. (This excuse was really offered in jocular vein, as no one would ever believe it. It, however, served as a form of entree for the real meat to follow.)
-On Monday morning, Bdb led the way straight up, out of Aigorawa Creek, and the tangle of ridges above, and map reading began in earnest. The fact that the sawmill was eventually located, via Drip.Rock (as per programme) dispelled any doubts the &believers may have had in the powers of the map and compass.
-The party dispersed in grdaps from the Sawmill, some to the Colo picnic - grounds, some direct to Windsor, each to remove the dust of the day according to his omn inclination.
+. We should retrace our steps to search for Bill's pipe which he's dropped somewhere along the creek. This found some favour, but as Bill had since borrowed Wren's pipe, he wasn't as forceful in its promotion as one might expect.
-Summau: An Oscar to Bob for perserverance and dedication to his art.
-THE CHILDRENS' CHRISTMAS PARTY will be held on December 10th. The location will be the clearing at the site of the oId Ranger's cottage on Lady Carrington Drive about a. mile East of Waterfall Station. Ice Cream will be provided and a good day out is assured.
+. We shouid take the shortest possible route out because of Denise's strained ankle. This found wide support except from Denise, who refused to be used as a scapegoat.
-.20 a m, train from Central Electric Station to Suthenand, where CHANGE for rail 0 motcr to Waterfall. 10.20 a m.Garie Bus Waterftllte site.
-Leader: Clan Hallstrom, -who doesn't get into the Club very often. Give him a ring at LB6495 - he at home most evenings.
+. The ridges around the upper Angowara offered unlimited scope for advanced map reading.
-LLI_NNUAL,161THEEUSHCATALI. Copies are still available. Members Who do not come into the Club regularly may not be avare that thiS excellent magazine has been
-published again after 13 years. Secretary David Ingram has another parcel of the rngazires and will have them available far sale on each Wednesday night until Christmas. Edited tgrGeof Magg, and full of interest.
+With a lot of fast talk by the hardcore failing to produce the unanimity so essential for an official record, it was decided we would just go back anyway.
+With the urgency of the previous day dispelled, the stroll back up Angorawa Creek was really delightful. The previous day's lunch spot was reached at about 4 p.m. after a leisurely morning tea with swim, and an even more leisurely lunch. The Public Service types had by now regained confidence in their leader.
+On Monday morning, Bob led the way straight up, out of Angorawa Creek, and the tangle of ridges above, and map reading began in earnest. The fact that the sawmill was eventually located, via Drip Rock (as per programme) dispelled any doubts the unbelievers may have had in the powers of the map and compass.
+The party dispersed in groups from the Sawmill, some to the Colo picnic grounds, some direct to Windsor, each to remove the dust of the day according to his own inclination.
+__Summary:__ An Oscar to Bob for perseverance and dedication to his art.
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+__The Children's Christmas Party__ will be held on December 10th. The location will be the clearing at the site of the old Ranger's cottage on Lady Carrington Drive about a mile East of Waterfall Station. Ice Cream will be provided and a good day out is assured.
+.20 a.m, train from Central Electric Station to Sutherland, where change for rail motor to Waterfall. 10.20 a.m. Garie Bus Waterfall to site.
+Leader: Clem Hallstrom, who doesn't get into the Club very often. Give him a ring at LB6495 - he at home most evenings.
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+__The Bushwalker Annual 1961.__ Copies are still available. Members who do not come into the Club regularly may not be aware that this excellent magazine has been published again after 13 years. Secretary David Ingram has another parcel of the magazines and will have them available far sale on each Wednesday night until Christmas. Edited by Geof Wagg, and full of interest.
 THIS S CANBERRA.
 - "Taro".