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- | THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER | + | THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER |
- | A monthly bullet in of matters of interest | + | A monthly bullet in of matters of int crest to the Sydney Bush Wal ker s, Box 4476, G. P.O.- Sydney, N. S.W. 2001. Club meetings are held every Wednesda y evening |
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EDITOR: NEVILLE PAGE 14 Brucedal e Ave Epping | EDITOR: NEVILLE PAGE 14 Brucedal e Ave Epping | ||
- | Telephone | + | Te eply.Yne |
- | BUSINESS | + | BUSINESS |
- | DUPLICATOR | + | DUNI CA TOR OPERATORS: Peter Si. andr et t, Owen Marks, George Gray |
- | **************** | + | ** *44 :44****** |
Typist: Kath Brown | Typist: Kath Brown | ||
FEBRUARY 1977. | FEBRUARY 1977. | ||
Obituary | Obituary | ||
The January General Meeting Paddy' | The January General Meeting Paddy' | ||
- | In Search of Ancestors Glen Davis — The Red Rocks | + | In Search of Ancestors Glen Davis The Red Rocks |
Up and Down Exploration Mountain Equipment Ad | Up and Down Exploration Mountain Equipment Ad | ||
The Year of the Colo | The Year of the Colo | ||
Federation Notes | Federation Notes | ||
- | Social | + | Sotial |
Walks Notes | Walks Notes | ||
- | 2. | + | 2. |
- | Barry Wallace 3. | + | Barry Wallace 3. |
- | 5. | + | 5. |
- | Owen Marks 6. | + | Owen Marks 6. |
- | David Rostron 9. | + | David Rostron 9. |
- | 12. | + | 12. |
- | Jim Brown 13. | + | Jim Brown 13. |
- | Len Newland 16. | + | Len Newland 16. |
- | Ian Stephen 16. | + | Ian Stephen 16. |
- | Len Newland 17. | + | Len Newland 17. |
- | Page 2. THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER February 1977. | + | Page 2. THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER February 1977. |
- | OBITUARY | + | OBITUARY |
It is with profound regret that we record the death recently of one of the Club's senior Members: | It is with profound regret that we record the death recently of one of the Club's senior Members: | ||
MR. R.W. (BOB) SAVAGE | MR. R.W. (BOB) SAVAGE | ||
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Bob joined the Sydney Bush Walkers in 1930 | Bob joined the Sydney Bush Walkers in 1930 | ||
- | and was active in Club affairs for many years. He was also a Foundation Member of the River Canoe Club. A keen photographer, | + | and was active in Club affairs for many years. He was also a Foundation Member of the River |
- | 1st Australian Corps Ski School in Lebanon. He was active in the Boy Scout Movement, as well as being a Life Member of the Royal Australian Historical Society, Concord Historical Society, and the Parks and Playgrounds Association of Australia. He will be sadly missed by many. | + | g |
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- | THE .JANUARY GENERAL MEETING. | + | i Canoe Club. A keen photographer, |
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+ | appeared in a number of the Bushwalker Annuals, | ||
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+ | _ together with articles on photography. His 1 | ||
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+ | , military career spanned many years and included | ||
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+ | service in the Middle East, Greece and New I | ||
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+ | Guinea. He is famous for having started the | ||
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+ | let Australian Corps Ski School in Lebanon. f | ||
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+ | _ . He was active in the Boy Scout Movement, as | ||
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+ | , Society, and the Parks and Playgrounds Association | ||
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+ | : of Australia. He will be sadly missed by many. | ||
+ | Page 3. THE SYDNEY | ||
+ | THE JANUARY GENERAL MEETING. | ||
by Barry Wallace. | by Barry Wallace. | ||
- | It was about 8.20 p.m. with 40 members scattered around the hall discussing whatever, when Gordon Broome rang the gong and quickly called the meeting to order. We had appologies from Helen Gray and Spiro Hajinakitas and (gasp!) no new members. | + | It was about 8.20 p m. with 40 members scattered around the hall discussing whatever, when Gordon Broome rang the gong and quickly called the meeting to order. We had appologies from Helen Gray and Spiro Hajinakitas and (gasp!) no new members. |
The reading and receiving of minutes passed without serious incident. | The reading and receiving of minutes passed without serious incident. | ||
Correspondence in, apart from the flock of magazines, consisted of a copy of an N.P.A. letter of objections to the applications for mining leases in the Jones Creek area, a notice from the same body about a Mountain LecAership Workshop planned for Camp Chakola for the weekend 29th April to 1st May (see separate notice in the January magazine for | Correspondence in, apart from the flock of magazines, consisted of a copy of an N.P.A. letter of objections to the applications for mining leases in the Jones Creek area, a notice from the same body about a Mountain LecAership Workshop planned for Camp Chakola for the weekend 29th April to 1st May (see separate notice in the January magazine for | ||
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$2.50 each. They are not as glossy or colourful as the original submitted, but are rumoured to be good value for money. Federation is | $2.50 each. They are not as glossy or colourful as the original submitted, but are rumoured to be good value for money. Federation is | ||
writing to N.P.W.S. to protest the extent of uncontrolled camping on the Upper Grose. The feeling is that they should either effectively enforee restrictions on camping in the area or abandon them. There are rumours | writing to N.P.W.S. to protest the extent of uncontrolled camping on the Upper Grose. The feeling is that they should either effectively enforee restrictions on camping in the area or abandon them. There are rumours | ||
- | about a Power Station for the Newnes plateau' | + | about a Power Station for the Newnes plateau' |
inside Australia. As a footnote to this correspondence it was mentioned | inside Australia. As a footnote to this correspondence it was mentioned | ||
(possibly by the writer of the original accusation, it wasn't clear) that if you want the best grip buy the Volleys with two bars of ripples around | (possibly by the writer of the original accusation, it wasn't clear) that if you want the best grip buy the Volleys with two bars of ripples around | ||
- | Page 4. . THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER February, | + | Page 4. THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER February, 1977. |
- | the welt, not three. (The suggestion that you buy anything other than Volleys was not.canvassed. Surely that is good for another 10% off when Spiro gets back.) | + | the welt, not three. (The suggestion that you buy anything other than Volleys was not canvassed. Surely that is good for another 10% off when Spiro gets back.) |
.Last month these notes covered the walks report in exhausting (to me anyway) detail. This month they do not. | .Last month these notes covered the walks report in exhausting (to me anyway) detail. This month they do not. | ||
- | In General Business it was decided to write a letter of congratulation to Miles Dunphy on the occasion of his being awarded an MB0E0 in the New Year Honours. . | + | In General Business it was decided to write a letter of congratulation to Miles Dunphy on the occasion of his being awarded an MB0E0 in the New Year Honours. |
The Coolana Committee reported back on matters referred to it by the | The Coolana Committee reported back on matters referred to it by the | ||
December meeting, recommending that we not apply for an extension to the area of our present application for leasehold land adjoining Coolana, and | December meeting, recommending that we not apply for an extension to the area of our present application for leasehold land adjoining Coolana, and | ||
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ccmmittee also recommended that persons using Coolana close both the wire-panel gates on the access way that we check for a suitable indemnity clause for users of the land, and that we turn over to the committee all | ccmmittee also recommended that persons using Coolana close both the wire-panel gates on the access way that we check for a suitable indemnity clause for users of the land, and that we turn over to the committee all | ||
correspondence pertaining to Coolana for inclusion in a single central file. | correspondence pertaining to Coolana for inclusion in a single central file. | ||
- | Alastair | + | Alastair |
notes which had been prepared for printing and distribution to prospectives. The magazine editor advised that these were to be printed in the magazine | notes which had been prepared for printing and distribution to prospectives. The magazine editor advised that these were to be printed in the magazine | ||
at a suitable time, with additional copies for prospectives. | at a suitable time, with additional copies for prospectives. | ||
Peter Harris noted that the Tasmanian N.P.W.S. will issue 150 shooting licenses for Cape Barren geese this season. | Peter Harris noted that the Tasmanian N.P.W.S. will issue 150 shooting licenses for Cape Barren geese this season. | ||
The club has received a renewal notice for its membership of the | The club has received a renewal notice for its membership of the | ||
- | Nature Conservation Council. A motion by Jim Vatiliotis that we not renew got the nod after a brief discussion. The Conservation Secretary is t• explaining the move. | + | Nature Conservation Council. A motion by Jim Vatiliotis that we not renew got the nod after a brief discussion. The Conservation Secretary is t explaining the move. |
It was reported that the rooms available in the new Environment Council premises are too small, and no further action is intended. | It was reported that the rooms available in the new Environment Council premises are too small, and no further action is intended. | ||
..Then it was a matter of walks announcements and some gentle chiding | ..Then it was a matter of walks announcements and some gentle chiding | ||
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wandered off for coffee and bickies. But one still wonders about the | wandered off for coffee and bickies. But one still wonders about the | ||
rumours concerning the couple cuddling in the back row during the meeting. | rumours concerning the couple cuddling in the back row during the meeting. | ||
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- | 121 19e 5. THE | + | 121 19e 5. THE ,SYDNEY BUSHWALKER Februry 1977. |
Lilhtweight bushwalkin | Lilhtweight bushwalkin | ||
and camping gear. | and camping gear. | ||
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Our new ' | Our new ' | ||
Kiandra model: Pillow flap, Looded bag. Well filled. Compact, warm and lightweiglt. Excellent for warmer summer nights and tines when carryint weight can be reduced. Apprcx 3%lbs. | Kiandra model: Pillow flap, Looded bag. Well filled. Compact, warm and lightweiglt. Excellent for warmer summer nights and tines when carryint weight can be reduced. Apprcx 3%lbs. | ||
- | Hotharn model: Superwat.m hooded bag made for coid sleepers and high altitudes. 'Box quilted' | + | Hotharn model: Superwat m hooded bag made for coid sleepers and high altitudes. 'Box quilted' |
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BUNYIP RUCKSACK | BUNYIP RUCKSACK | ||
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Supplied with nylon cords and overlapped doors. | Supplied with nylon cords and overlapped doors. | ||
Everything for the bush- walker, from blankets and air mattresses, stretchers, boots, compasses, maps, books, stoves and lamps to cooking | Everything for the bush- walker, from blankets and air mattresses, stretchers, boots, compasses, maps, books, stoves and lamps to cooking | ||
- | d f.- 6fi ci and dehydrated foods, | + | d f.- 6fi ci and dehydrated foods, |
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- | 69 LIVERPOOL ST. SY LAMY — 26-2686 61-7215 | + | 69 LIVERPOOL ST. SY LAMY 26-2686 61-7215 |
- | Page 6. THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKM February, | + | Page 6. THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKM February, 1977. |
- | IN SEARCH OF ANCESTORS; a by Owen Marks. | + | IN SEARCH OF ANCESTORS; a by Owen Marks. |
- | When looking for ancestors make sure they are in handy places. Rockwood Cemetery should 'be the farthest anyone should have to go to look for fl,ded writing on tombstones and wading through long weeds, stumbling over broken ground and getting hot and cranky., At Waverley Cemetery, not far-from where I live, I have no ancestors. But if I had any buri-oci there, it would always be a pleasure going there. Beautiful ocean and cliff views, with family vaults of the famous: Marcus Clarke, Henry Kendall, famous organists of last century, marble angels with Rajput Cupolas dotted everywhere and Governors of the State when Pt .-was a mere colony. There is a marble memorial to the P511en Irish in their Glorious Struggle against the Oppressors. This monumer', | + | When looking for ancestors make sure they are in handy places. Rockwood Cemetery should 'be the farthest anyone should have to go to look for fl,ded writing on tombstones and wading through long weeds, stumbling over broken ground and getting hot and cranky., At Waverley Cemetery, not far-from where I live, I have no ancestors. But if I had any buri-oci there, it would always be a pleasure going there. Beautiful ocean and cliff views, with family vaults of the famous: Marcus Clarke, Henry Kendall, famous organists of last century, marble angels with Rajput Cupolas dotted everywhere and Governors of the State when Pt -was a mere colony. There is a marble memorial to the P511en Irish in their Glorious Struggle against the Oppressors. This monumer', |
But as the heading states, this article is how I went looking for my ancestors. | But as the heading states, this article is how I went looking for my ancestors. | ||
- | I.was.in Southern India, in Madras State in 1963, when it came to my knowledge that forebears were buried not too far away outside Rameshwaram. If you open your atlas, look for the atrip of land that juts out from India towards Ceylon. On the 11th March I set out by 3rd class train to investigate. India at this time was reeling emotionally under the | + | I.was in Southern India, in Madras State in 1963, when it came to my knowledge that forebears were buried not too far away outside Rameshwaram. If you open your atlas, look for the atrip of land that juts out from India towards Ceylon. On the 11th March I set out by 3rd class train to investigate. India at this time was reeling emotionally under the |
- | attack from China. Notices with simple drawings were on railway st,5,tions showing all about the incursions. Newspapers had propaganda snaps of bejeWblleIladies giving nose rings and diamond ear studs to the war effort. Little boys 8 years old were having parade drill with bits. of sticks. Educated middle classes when finding out I was Australian always thanked inc because Australia at that time gave moral suppOrtto our Indian ' | + | attack from China. Notices with simple drawings were on railway st,5,tions showing all about the incursions. Newspapers had propaganda snaps of bejeWblleIladies giving nose rings and diamond ear studs to the war effort. Little boys 8 years old were having parade drill with bits. of sticks. Educated middle classes when finding out I was Australian always thanked inc because Australia at that time gave moral suppOrtto our Indian ' |
- | The train finally choofed.and I was off, across the hot,steamy plains to the coast, with eternal Indian scenes passing by. Trains | + | The train finally choofed and I was off, across the hot,steamy plains to the coast, with eternal Indian scenes passing by. Trains travel slowly and as I had taken a slow allstation |
I vtiould arrive at Ramehwaram by evening, the passing vistas were always | I vtiould arrive at Ramehwaram by evening, the passing vistas were always | ||
- | ! practically stationary. Canals dotted with palms, the everlasting:' | + | ! practically stationary. Canals dotted with palms, the everlasting:' |
runs on money too. It seems a shame that an everlasting deity sitting in outer space just past Andromeda, non smoking, non eating, just can't exist without rupeps. Is this the time and place to expound my theories on religion? I think not. Often when asked my religion I-would say I was a tree worshipper3 and as this would seem quite ordinary to | runs on money too. It seems a shame that an everlasting deity sitting in outer space just past Andromeda, non smoking, non eating, just can't exist without rupeps. Is this the time and place to expound my theories on religion? I think not. Often when asked my religion I-would say I was a tree worshipper3 and as this would seem quite ordinary to | ||
- | Page 7. THE SYDNEY BUSHWALICER February, | + | Page 7. THE SYDNEY BUSHWALICER February, 1977. |
- | Indians, the subject was closed But to say "I have no religion" | + | Indians, the subject was closed But to say "I have no religion" |
be to invite arguments and theological discussions and I am not equipped | be to invite arguments and theological discussions and I am not equipped | ||
brainwise to argue on suchlike. India is the home of religion the home of philosophies beyond reasoning. | brainwise to argue on suchlike. India is the home of religion the home of philosophies beyond reasoning. | ||
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Next month the Epicurins ore having a very special dinner prior to the Club's Annual General Meeting. The food will be Japanese, so if you yearn after a good helping of Kuruma-Ebi followed by Kaibashira and Matsutake, topped off with Kotamenegi and Mitsuba, join Peter Miller and the other Epicurians at: | Next month the Epicurins ore having a very special dinner prior to the Club's Annual General Meeting. The food will be Japanese, so if you yearn after a good helping of Kuruma-Ebi followed by Kaibashira and Matsutake, topped off with Kotamenegi and Mitsuba, join Peter Miller and the other Epicurians at: | ||
10 MARTIN PLACE SYDNEY (Challis House) | 10 MARTIN PLACE SYDNEY (Challis House) | ||
- | where the Japanese restaurant is located. Meet at 6 p.m. and everyone is welcome. Cost will be about $5 per person. | + | where the Japanese restaurant is located. Meet at 6 p m. and everyone is welcome. Cost will be about $5 per person. |
- | Page 8. THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER February 1977. | + | Page 8. THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER February 1977. |
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- | Everyone knows that Autumn offers some of the very best of weather each year for bushwalking activities | + | Everyone knows that Autumn offers some of the very best of weather each year for bushwalking activities and Autumn is just around the corner. |
. Take advantage of our prompt and efficient mail order service NOW, to upgrade your walking gear and so make the most of Autumn | . Take advantage of our prompt and efficient mail order service NOW, to upgrade your walking gear and so make the most of Autumn | ||
1977 | 1977 | ||
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WRITE TO ALP SPORTS | WRITE TO ALP SPORTS | ||
BOX 533 P.O. CHRISTCHURCH NEW ZEALAND. | BOX 533 P.O. CHRISTCHURCH NEW ZEALAND. | ||
- | Page 9, THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER . February, 1977. | + | Page 9, THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER . February, 1977. |
GLEN DAVIS - THE RED ROCKS | GLEN DAVIS - THE RED ROCKS | ||
AN UP c",. DOWN EXPLORATION | AN UP c",. DOWN EXPLORATION | ||
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Subsequent map study revealed an interesting ridge on the western side of the Wolgan Valley, from about Point Cornell and running north to the Red Rocks and Point Anderson. The sta-ting point was chosen as about the junction of Barton Creek and the Wolgan River - about 7 miles before Newnes. It was the intention after comple 'lig the ridge on Saturday to descend to Red Rock Creek and then climb tiu ridge leading to Mt. Harvey and. return via Wolgan Gap or Hughes Defile - in that general area anyway. | Subsequent map study revealed an interesting ridge on the western side of the Wolgan Valley, from about Point Cornell and running north to the Red Rocks and Point Anderson. The sta-ting point was chosen as about the junction of Barton Creek and the Wolgan River - about 7 miles before Newnes. It was the intention after comple 'lig the ridge on Saturday to descend to Red Rock Creek and then climb tiu ridge leading to Mt. Harvey and. return via Wolgan Gap or Hughes Defile - in that general area anyway. | ||
On the Wednesday evening before the weekend there were about 8-10 possible starters but come Friday only four brave souls remained Spiro Hajinaketas, | On the Wednesday evening before the weekend there were about 8-10 possible starters but come Friday only four brave souls remained Spiro Hajinaketas, | ||
- | A lethargic start ensued the next morning on account of the cold - the sun remained behind a high cloud cover. The western skyline in the area of Wolgan Gap was most impressive, serrated ,and with numerous gendarmes. We left the vehicle at about 9.00 F,0T. near the junction of Wolgan River and Barton Creek, then headed west, | + | A lethargic start ensued the next morning on account of the cold - the sun remained behind a high cloud cover. The western skyline in the area of Wolgan Gap was most impressive, serrated ,and with numerous gendarmes. We left the vehicle at about 9.00 F,0T. near the junction of Wolgan River and Barton Creek, then headed west, |
We followed three watercourses - all of which led into overhanging, | We followed three watercourses - all of which led into overhanging, | ||
We proceeded north along the broad plateau towards Mt. Dawson - a prominent rocky outcrop standing about 200' above the plateau. Over the last mile to this point the vegetation was of the low heath type, typical of the Kanangra Tops. There were expansive views to the west and north over the Glen Davis valley with Pantony' | We proceeded north along the broad plateau towards Mt. Dawson - a prominent rocky outcrop standing about 200' above the plateau. Over the last mile to this point the vegetation was of the low heath type, typical of the Kanangra Tops. There were expansive views to the west and north over the Glen Davis valley with Pantony' | ||
Whilst enjoying morning tea, the views and solitude on tor of Mt. Dawson, suddenly eight members of the Springwood Bushwalking Club appeared from the east. They had come from Newnes, via Little Capertee Creek. They intended to spend the night in the vicinity of the Red Rocks and were carrying water for the high camp (one of the party had. been there before). | Whilst enjoying morning tea, the views and solitude on tor of Mt. Dawson, suddenly eight members of the Springwood Bushwalking Club appeared from the east. They had come from Newnes, via Little Capertee Creek. They intended to spend the night in the vicinity of the Red Rocks and were carrying water for the high camp (one of the party had. been there before). | ||
- | Page 10 THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER February, | + | Page 10 THE SYDNEY BUSHWALKER February, 1977. |
- | With some trepidation we surveyed our route ahead along the ridge to the Red Rocks — a jumbled. mass of cliffs and. vegetation. It had the appearance of a maze with no clearly defined way being apparent. To the end of the ridge, Point Anderson, the distance was 6-7 kilometres and we estimated this would take 3-4 hours, allowing us to camp in the valley to the west, Red Rock Creek, by about 4.00 p.m. | + | With some trepidation we surveyed our route ahead along the ridge to the Red Rocks a jumbled. mass of cliffs and. vegetation. It had the appearance of a maze with no clearly defined way being apparent. To the end of the ridge, Point Anderson, the distance was 6-7 kilometres and we estimated this would take 3-4 hours, allowing us to camp in the valley to the west, Red Rock Creek, by about 4.00 p m. |
- | Progress to the Red Rocks became quite slow — up and down gendarmes, across miniature chasms, and through defiles | + | Progress to the Red Rocks became quite slow up and down gendarmes, across miniature chasms, and through defiles but always fascinating. |
One never knew what to expect around the corner. The vegetation was open, eucalypts and ferns in the gullies and defiles, virtually no sera. Views | One never knew what to expect around the corner. The vegetation was open, eucalypts and ferns in the gullies and defiles, virtually no sera. Views | ||
along this route were magnificent. Before reaching the Red Rocks we were | along this route were magnificent. Before reaching the Red Rocks we were | ||
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We were then contronted with a 200 ft. vertical drop to a saddle. The formation on the other side of the saddle also had a vertical 200ft. | We were then contronted with a 200 ft. vertical drop to a saddle. The formation on the other side of the saddle also had a vertical 200ft. | ||
face. Investigation from above revealed no completely feasible route, having regard to our paltry 50 of rope. Retracing our steps we event- | face. Investigation from above revealed no completely feasible route, having regard to our paltry 50 of rope. Retracing our steps we event- | ||
- | ually found a route down a :'.imney—cum—gully | + | ually found a route down a :'.imneycumgully |
between the two formations to the creek, but this appeared difficult from above and would have dbviou_ly been time consuming. | between the two formations to the creek, but this appeared difficult from above and would have dbviou_ly been time consuming. | ||
Back to the saddle and at this time the Sp.-, | Back to the saddle and at this time the Sp.-, | ||
sighted negotiating the formation, around the wombat parade at the cliff base on the eastern side. Large camping caves were formed by the overhangs of the next formation and they intended to spend the night there. | sighted negotiating the formation, around the wombat parade at the cliff base on the eastern side. Large camping caves were formed by the overhangs of the next formation and they intended to spend the night there. | ||
- | We also decided to stop, being optimistic about finding water. There was a slow drip from the cliffs above and theY valley-below on the east was filled with ferns — surely there would be water 200-300 yards | + | We also decided to stop, being optimistic about finding water. There was a slow drip from the cliffs above and theY valley-below on the east was filled with ferns surely there would be water 200-300 yards |
down there, particularly as it had rained uring the week. What optimism! Having decided to stop, Tom and I foolishly volunteered to go for water. | down there, particularly as it had rained uring the week. What optimism! Having decided to stop, Tom and I foolishly volunteered to go for water. | ||
After a mile with a drop of about 500 ft0 we found two pools, the first | After a mile with a drop of about 500 ft0 we found two pools, the first | ||
stagnant, but clear water was in the second. Carrying two water buckets for a mile up a dry creek at dusk was an experience I do not want to repeat. | stagnant, but clear water was in the second. Carrying two water buckets for a mile up a dry creek at dusk was an experience I do not want to repeat. | ||
- | Some compensation was provided by a very convivial evening with the Springwood walkers. It rained and blew that night — we would have become | + | Some compensation was provided by a very convivial evening with the Springwood walkers. It rained and blew that night we would have become |
very wet on top with only a tent fly. | very wet on top with only a tent fly. | ||
- | The next morning saw us away at 7.30 a.m to the complaints of the | + | The next morning saw us away at 7.30 a m to the complaints of the |
- | otherparty whose beauty sleep we disturbed. We-had decided to return via Glen Davis and Pipeline Pass — the route previously envisaged was out | + | otherparty whose beauty sleep we disturbed. We-had decided to return via Glen Davis and Pipeline Pass the route previously envisaged was out |
- | Page 1 1 . THE SYDNEY ' | + | Page 1 1 THE SYDNEY 'MOJA= February, 1977. |
- | of question because of lack of time. The route was acin fascinating | + | of question because of lack of time. The route was acin fascinating up, down, around more rope work. We attempted at all times to stay on or near the crest of the ridge. Views were agin. ,...onificent |
greens of vegetation and the,oranges and browns of the cliff, highlighted | greens of vegetation and the,oranges and browns of the cliff, highlighted | ||
on that bright clear morning. | on that bright clear morning. | ||
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appropriate manne2 at the Newnes Hotel. A lift back to our vehicle by | appropriate manne2 at the Newnes Hotel. A lift back to our vehicle by | ||
Land Rover followed and we were then en route for home. | Land Rover followed and we were then en route for home. | ||
- | This area is well worth further visits | + | This area is well worth further visits there is. more terrain variety than in the Blue: Breaks. However water and 50-80 feet of 2ope should be carried whilst estimates of travelling time need to be conservative. |
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- | The Annual General Meeting of the Sydney Bush Walkers is fast approaching The date for this year's AGM is .set down as Wednesday 16th., March 1977, PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE THIRD, NOT THE SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH. | + | The Annual General Meeting of the Sydney Bush Walkers is fast approaching The date for this year's AGM is set down as Wednesday 16th., March 1977, PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS THE THIRD, NOT THE SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH. |
This is an important meeting it does presentation of the A Statements, and eleotion of 0 ensuing twelve monchs. | This is an important meeting it does presentation of the A Statements, and eleotion of 0 ensuing twelve monchs. | ||
Prospective Members are remil to attend the AGM, but are no or vote on motions, or partic bearers. | Prospective Members are remil to attend the AGM, but are no or vote on motions, or partic bearers. | ||
for the Club, including as nnual Report and Financial frice Bearers for the | for the Club, including as nnual Report and Financial frice Bearers for the | ||
:led that they are welcome t permitted to speak to ipate in election of office | :led that they are welcome t permitted to speak to ipate in election of office | ||
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17 Falcon Street, Crows Nest2065 ph. 439.2454 | 17 Falcon Street, Crows Nest2065 ph. 439.2454 | ||
JUST ARRIVED: | JUST ARRIVED: | ||
- | • SCARPA BOOTS — MODEL HERCULES (Lightweight) $ 33.50 MODEL 904 TRECMIA | + | SCARPA BOOTS MODEL HERCULES (Lightweight) $ 33.50 MODEL 904 TRECMIA |
- | (Medium weight with stitched sole) 44.5 | + | (Medium weight with stitched sole) 44.5 |
- | KA.STINGER BOOTS – MODEL DLES Light eight) .50 | + | KA.STINGER BOOTS MODEL DLES Light eight) .50 |
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- | OILSIMT PAT' F including some heavy du loth) from f e Boys Sizes to XXOS | + | OILSIMT PAT' F including some heavy du loth) from f e Boys Sizes to XXOS |
DON MAR (D T VESTS) | DON MAR (D T VESTS) | ||
WOOL SHIRTS | WOOL SHIRTS | ||
NYLON PARKA | NYLON PARKA | ||
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ILISHWALKING LIGHT-WEIGHT CAMPING SKI-TOURING CLIMBING | ILISHWALKING LIGHT-WEIGHT CAMPING SKI-TOURING CLIMBING | ||
- | Just abo everything | + | Just abo everything |
ET from New Zealand Y") | ET from New Zealand Y") | ||
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THE YEAR OF THE COLO, | THE YEAR OF THE COLO, | ||
by Jim Brown. | by Jim Brown. | ||
- | For a few Club members 1971 was the Year of the Colo. In September and November of that year there were two car—swap | + | For a few Club members 1971 was the Year of the Colo. In September and November of that year there were two carswap |
- | anyone game to tackle both walks to cover practically the whole of the . Colo River system from Glen Davis down to Angorawa Creek, missing only a couple of miles immediately upstream from Boorai Creek. | + | anyone game to tackle both walks to cover practically the whole of the Colo River system from Glen Davis down to Angorawa Creek, missing only a couple of miles immediately upstream from Boorai Creek. |
- | I remember thinking at the time that was the sensible way to do the Colo — in a couple of bites instead of fronting up to a series of days of the Oonotonously hard walking which is associated with the Colo. I was also slightly envious of the parties who sallied out on the two trips because they included the two sections (totally about 16 miles) of the Colo/ | + | I remember thinking at the time that was the sensible way to do the Colo in a couple of bites instead of fronting up to a series of days of the Oonotonously hard walking which is associated with the Colo. I was also slightly envious of the parties who sallied out on the two trips because they included the two sections (totally about 16 miles) of the Colo/ |
In the intervening years, whenever I had the time available, high water in the rivers made it an unattractive prospect, and finally, I had to wait for 1976 to be my Year of the Colo. In the meantime I did at least make a repeat trip down the Wolgan from Newnes and up the Caper-tee | In the intervening years, whenever I had the time available, high water in the rivers made it an unattractive prospect, and finally, I had to wait for 1976 to be my Year of the Colo. In the meantime I did at least make a repeat trip down the Wolgan from Newnes and up the Caper-tee | ||
to Glen Davis to consolidate my knowledge of that area | to Glen Davis to consolidate my knowledge of that area | ||
- | The spring and early summer of '76 were reasonably dry, and at length I felt the rest of the Colo was within my reach. Like the Club walkers of '71, I decided it should be attempted in two stages; unlike the Club groups of '71, however, there would not be any oar—swap, and the | + | The spring and early summer of '76 were reasonably dry, and at length I felt the rest of the Colo was within my reach. Like the Club walkers of '71, I decided it should be attempted in two stages; unlike the Club groups of '71, however, there would not be any oarswap, and the |
trips had to be arranged to bring me back to the car. Plainly there | trips had to be arranged to bring me back to the car. Plainly there | ||
- | would be some duplication of ground. In fact, I decided Trip nr1C -,760,1C1 be a "there and back" project | + | would be some duplication of ground. In fact, I decided Trip nr1C -,760,1C1 be a "there and back" project Culoul Range Colo River Capertee River |
to Wolgan Junction and return the same way, tying into the Wolgan Capertee area I already knew. | to Wolgan Junction and return the same way, tying into the Wolgan Capertee area I already knew. | ||
During a short spell of holiday leave at the end of September the chance came to try out this first jaunt. The road along the Culoul Range was in reasonably good shape and I was able to drive out to within a mile | During a short spell of holiday leave at the end of September the chance came to try out this first jaunt. The road along the Culoul Range was in reasonably good shape and I was able to drive out to within a mile | ||
or so of the Colo/ | or so of the Colo/ | ||
- | near Crawford' | + | near Crawford' |
Colo valley one felt one was being extremely intrOpid. | Colo valley one felt one was being extremely intrOpid. | ||
Soon after lunch on the Saturday I was heading generally west of the Caper-tee above the Wollomi Junction and within an hour I had taken a spill off a rock in midstream, scraped a knee rather unpleasantly and thoroughly soused myself. If the contents of the pack had not been enveloped in two layerw of independently tied garbage bags my gear would have been equally sodden. | Soon after lunch on the Saturday I was heading generally west of the Caper-tee above the Wollomi Junction and within an hour I had taken a spill off a rock in midstream, scraped a knee rather unpleasantly and thoroughly soused myself. If the contents of the pack had not been enveloped in two layerw of independently tied garbage bags my gear would have been equally sodden. | ||
- | By 5.30 p.m., when the light began to fail, I had reached a sand•' | + | By 5.30 p m., when the light began to fail, I had reached a sand' |
bar and a rather inadequate overhang near reference 503958 -(E.ellong 160,000 map) and called it a night, assessing my rate of progress at slightly better than iHmile per hour. I knew the 1971 parties had odvered | bar and a rather inadequate overhang near reference 503958 -(E.ellong 160,000 map) and called it a night, assessing my rate of progress at slightly better than iHmile per hour. I knew the 1971 parties had odvered | ||
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the 7 miles or so between Wolgan Junction and Wollemi Junction in the | the 7 miles or so between Wolgan Junction and Wollemi Junction in the | ||
period between lunch on Saturday and lunch on Sunday, and I was hopeful | period between lunch on Saturday and lunch on Sunday, and I was hopeful | ||
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my kilometre per hour or thereabouts. There wasmore water and colder | my kilometre per hour or thereabouts. There wasmore water and colder | ||
water in the river than I had hoped for, but it now became shallow enough for me to splash up along the bed of the stream for fairly long stages, treading carefully in case of quidksand. After the bend at reference | water in the river than I had hoped for, but it now became shallow enough for me to splash up along the bed of the stream for fairly long stages, treading carefully in case of quidksand. After the bend at reference | ||
- | 469963 the going improved. I was able to make about a mile an hour, and at 12.30 p.m. came to terra cognita at the Wolgan Junction - just under .) one day from the Wollemi as budgeted. Over lunch I studied the network | + | 469963 the going improved. I was able to make about a mile an hour, and at 12.30 p m. came to terra cognita at the Wolgan Junction - just under ) one day from the Wollemi as budgeted. Over lunch I studied the network |
of scratches on my shins and decided I could get back in only a slightly ruined state: I also contemplated the possibility that I might be the oldest walker to do the 7-mile stretch between Wollemi and. Wolgan twice in two days elapsed time, | of scratches on my shins and decided I could get back in only a slightly ruined state: I also contemplated the possibility that I might be the oldest walker to do the 7-mile stretch between Wollemi and. Wolgan twice in two days elapsed time, | ||
I was convinced, of course, that the way back would be easier and therefore faster. After all, the vegetation bowed over by past floods | I was convinced, of course, that the way back would be easier and therefore faster. After all, the vegetation bowed over by past floods | ||
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would not be thrusting against the current. Well, that was the theory. | would not be thrusting against the current. Well, that was the theory. | ||
In fact, I camped that night buck at the creek entering from the north at reference 483965: I passed the first night' | In fact, I camped that night buck at the creek entering from the north at reference 483965: I passed the first night' | ||
- | 9.30 a.m. on Monday, and arrived back at the Wollemi Junction at 12.30 p.m. The actual walking time in each direction had.been almost exactly ten hours. | + | 9.30 a m. on Monday, and arrived back at the Wollemi Junction at 12.30 p m. The actual walking time in each direction had been almost exactly ten hours. |
As I took lunch at Wollemi Junction that Monday, | As I took lunch at Wollemi Junction that Monday, | ||
relaxed sense of having achieved what I set out to do., Stage One of my Colo project was accomplished, | relaxed sense of having achieved what I set out to do., Stage One of my Colo project was accomplished, | ||
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So I turned down the Colo, and about an hour and a half later started up the side creek. There' | So I turned down the Colo, and about an hour and a half later started up the side creek. There' | ||
I don't quite know what happened. Maybe I mislaid the usual way. | I don't quite know what happened. Maybe I mislaid the usual way. | ||
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for other Colo walkers, but as the sun got low I came up against the upper cliff line, and found it a disconcertingly difficult pitch for a solo walker with no head for heights. At any rate I quested back and forth, and. when the light was almost gone, squeezed my waj- up a little chimney into a generous sandstone overhang, and decided this would have to be the camping spot for the night. It promised to be a rather cheerless night, for there was no water and I was already thirsty from climbing. | for other Colo walkers, but as the sun got low I came up against the upper cliff line, and found it a disconcertingly difficult pitch for a solo walker with no head for heights. At any rate I quested back and forth, and. when the light was almost gone, squeezed my waj- up a little chimney into a generous sandstone overhang, and decided this would have to be the camping spot for the night. It promised to be a rather cheerless night, for there was no water and I was already thirsty from climbing. | ||
What prompted me to look out the other end of the cave I don't know - sheer curiosity, perhaps, to see if I could,get out by an easier way than I,had entered. Anyway, I took one look, went back and picked up my pack, and went on: the climb into the overhang had put me above the cliff and it was nothing wore than a steady rising grade to the ridge top, to a broken down fire trail, and finally along that to the | What prompted me to look out the other end of the cave I don't know - sheer curiosity, perhaps, to see if I could,get out by an easier way than I,had entered. Anyway, I took one look, went back and picked up my pack, and went on: the climb into the overhang had put me above the cliff and it was nothing wore than a steady rising grade to the ridge top, to a broken down fire trail, and finally along that to the | ||
- | car at 7.35 p.m. | + | car at 7.35 p m. |
I turned in that night on just a biscuit and a can of grapefruit juice - too weary to want anything else - and woke to a brilliant, cool Tuesday morning with birds calling their spring songs all around. Apart from a lot of scratches, a stiff and swollen left knee, and a | I turned in that night on just a biscuit and a can of grapefruit juice - too weary to want anything else - and woke to a brilliant, cool Tuesday morning with birds calling their spring songs all around. Apart from a lot of scratches, a stiff and swollen left knee, and a | ||
ravening appetite I felt wonderful - provided I didn't have to do any | ravening appetite I felt wonderful - provided I didn't have to do any | ||
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A Field Guide to the SE122.yBushland by Alan rairley, | A Field Guide to the SE122.yBushland by Alan rairley, | ||
This book, published by Rigby is recommended to sell for $11.95. An excellent review by Paddy Pallin of the book appeared in "The Sydney Morning Herald", | This book, published by Rigby is recommended to sell for $11.95. An excellent review by Paddy Pallin of the book appeared in "The Sydney Morning Herald", | ||
- | 1119.1.< | + | 1119.1.< |
Published by $6.95. This b it deals with | Published by $6.95. This b it deals with | ||
c'it may be of interesting t and the U.S. | c'it may be of interesting t and the U.S. | ||
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the fundamentals of walking (backpacking) | the fundamentals of walking (backpacking) | ||
interest to Australian walkers. Has some humbnail hints on walking trails in Europe | interest to Australian walkers. Has some humbnail hints on walking trails in Europe | ||
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FEDERAT aa NOTES.. - | FEDERAT aa NOTES.. - | ||
by Len Newland. | by Len Newland. | ||
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SOCIAL NOTES FOR MARCH. | SOCIAL NOTES FOR MARCH. | ||
- | by Ian Stepher | + | by Ian Stepher March 9th s Cambodian talk and slides Bob Jilson. |
Bob worked for some time in Cambodia and Laos and hearing of his experiences and seeing his slides will make an interesting evening. | Bob worked for some time in Cambodia and Laos and hearing of his experiences and seeing his slides will make an interesting evening. | ||
March 16ths Annual General Meeting. | March 16ths Annual General Meeting. | ||
- | March 23rd; " | + | March 23rd; " |
Ian is a fairly new member but has already accummIc-ted a wealth of practical experience on this subject which he is anxious to impart to members. Will be entertaining. | Ian is a fairly new member but has already accummIc-ted a wealth of practical experience on this subject which he is anxious to impart to members. Will be entertaining. | ||
ha2L.1.12L12s Card evening. A new idea and should be lots of fun. Please 'bring playing cards and, if possible, a card table. | ha2L.1.12L12s Card evening. A new idea and should be lots of fun. Please 'bring playing cards and, if possible, a card table. | ||
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WALK NOTES. | WALK NOTES. | ||
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WALKS FOR MARGEs | WALKS FOR MARGEs | ||
TEST WAKJS | TEST WAKJS | ||
- | 5th, 6th — Katoothba to Wentworth Falls via IR. Solitary. Overnight camp in Chinaman' | + | 5th, 6th Katoothba to Wentworth Falls via IR. Solitary. Overnight camp in Chinaman' |
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- | 25; | + | 25;26;27 Bat's Camp, Barrallier Pass, Oolong Station, Yerranderie, |
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RE-UNION | RE-UNION | ||
- | 191 20 - Coolana. The Club's annual get-together, | + | 191 20 - Coolana. The Club's annual get-together, |
LOAF TRIPS | LOAF TRIPS | ||
49 59 6 --Mapping instructional and blackbarry picking. Newnes, with fixed camp. Leaders Owen Marks.- Might even do some walking. Know any recipes for quick blackberry nip? | 49 59 6 --Mapping instructional and blackbarry picking. Newnes, with fixed camp. Leaders Owen Marks.- Might even do some walking. Know any recipes for quick blackberry nip? | ||
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Sunday 27 - Church Points Lovett Bay, West Head, Willunga Track, Lovett Bay. Leader: Barry Zieren. Northern area. | Sunday 27 - Church Points Lovett Bay, West Head, Willunga Track, Lovett Bay. Leader: Barry Zieren. Northern area. | ||
SPECIAL NOTE | SPECIAL NOTE | ||
- | On April 1, 29 3, a rock climbing inkructional "for all grades" | + | On April 1, 29 3, a rock climbing inkructional "for all grades" |
- | Bryden advises that those interested should meet at Mt. Piddington Lookout car park at 9 a.m. on the Saturday. | + | Bryden advises that those interested should meet at Mt. Piddington Lookout car park at 9 a m. on the Saturday. |
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