The program for a month usually covers walks from the second Wednesday of the month to the second Wednesday of the following month. This program covers from the second Wednesday of June to the second Wednesday of July.
For more walks, see the Program for last month or next month.
If you are not familiar with the procedures of the Club, please read the Information for Walkers for details of booking on a walk, gradings, our disclaimer, search and rescue procedures, equipment hire etc.
Saturday 24 June The Pimple M/M-R
Viewed from many parts of Canberra, The Pimple is no more significant than
its name as it peaks over the Tidbinbilla skyline. Up close, it deserves a
respectful squeeze and provides magnificent views north down the Cotter Valley,
west to the Brindabellas and east to the close-by flanks of Tidbinbilla Peak and
Camels Hump. An early start can be arranged via friendly Rangers and we can be
walking the Camel Back fire trail by 8am. After a km or so we head bush through
generous regrowth, up a convenient spur to a cairn marking Spot Height 1556.
A short arc to the south and west takes us to another cairn at Spot Height 1555
and we then head down to the NW, then up the back of The Pimple. A little easy
rock scrambling is required. With a relative drop of 92m, you might well imagine
that the views will be fabulous! If time allows, return via Tidbinbilla Peak and
Johns Peak. About 12km and 700m total climb. Further details at http://www.pcug.org.au/~jevans
Map: Tidbinbilla 1:25000 Leader: John E Transport:
~$5 Limit: 8
Sunday 25 June Canberra Hills L/E
Oakey Hill, Mt Taylor, Mt Arawang, Cooleman Ridge, Narrabundah Hill.
Whilst easy terrain there is a several short climbs. Map: Street
Directory Leader: Roger E Transport:
nil, own arrangements to get to start Limit: 8
24-25 June Jervis Bay gourmet weekend
Sat S/E, Sun M/E
On Saturday morning, walk 1½ hrs on the west rim of Fitzroy Falls, then
on to Jervis Bay for a 2hr late afternoon walk from Governors Head with views of
cliffs and sea. On Sunday, 4Ύ hrs actual walking from Steamers Bay to
St Georges Head and Summerland Bay through coastal forest and heath with many
sea views, and morning tea and lunch on beaches. Cabin accommodation. Map:
to be provided Leader: Stan Marks 6254 9568(h), 6274 7350(w), stan.marks@dotars.gov.au Transport:
~$50 (includes park entry) Accommodation: ~$30
Saturday 1 July Mount Clear L/M
We will start at the Mount Clear car park and follow the Naas Valley fire
trail for 3km, then make the way through the forest to Mt Clear summit. After
this I plan to follow the Mt Clear fire trail south for 2-3 km and then
head through the forest in a SSW direction to the north end of Long Flat and
then walk back to the cars via the fire trail. Anyone coming on the trip needs
to realise it is about 25kms long with 5-600 metres of climbing. Leader:
Tim W Maps: Colinton and Bredbo 1:25000 and ACT Region 1:100000 Transport:
~$14
Saturday 1 July Nattai Gorge/Boxvale
Tramway M/M
Traverse the spectacular and beautiful Nattai Gorge near Mittagong. Lunch
at Boxvale Creek then back to the cars along the historic tramway alignment. All
on track but a steep climb out of the gorge. About 4½ hrs actual walking. Map:
to be provided Leader: Stan Marks 6254 9568(h),
6274 7350(w), stan.marks@dotars.gov.au
Transport:
~$30
Sunday 2 July Molonglo Gorge S/E
Enjoy the attractiveness of this nearby gorge. Walk on trail beside the
gorge, returning by a similar route, perfect for a winter afternoon. Be at the
track head (down Kowen Rd which comes off Sutton Road a short distance from the
Piallago Rd/Yass Rd/Sutton Rd junction near Queanbeyan) at 1.45pm. About 2 1/4
hrs actual walking. Map: to be supplied Leader: Stan Marks 6254 9568(h),
6274 7350(w), stan.marks@dotars.gov.au Transport:
drive yourself but ring me if you need a lift
8-9 July Mount Kelly-Mount Scabby
M/R
Boboyan - Mount Kelly - Mount Scabby - Sams Creek. Maps: Yaouk and
Rendezvous Creek 1:25000 Leaders: Rene D and Keith T Transport:
~$20 Limit: 8
Saturday 8 July Bushfold Flats
M/E-M
Follow the new Australian Alps walking track from the Booroomba Rocks car
park to Bushfold Flats. The Flats are a delightful area of open forest and
grassland with several options available. 4½ hrs actual walking, mostly on
track. Map: Williamsdale 1:25000 Leader: Stan Marks 6254 9568(h),
6274 7350(w), stan.marks@dotars.gov.au Transport:
~$10
Sunday 9 July Tinderry Nature Reserve
S/R
South Tinderry:From the Michelago - Jingera Road, a short, slow walk
featuring fine views across to Namadgi and the distant Snowy Mountains, massive
granite rock slabs and boulders - and some thick scrub. Map: Tinderry
1:25000 Leader: Jeff B Transport:
~$15 Limit: 12
9-20 July Parks in Northern NSW
My trip north will include July 9th climbing Mt Warning, 12-14th along the
western end of the Border Ranges NP, 16-17 in an Oxley Wild River, and 18-21st
in Werrikimbe (as a couple of side trips). If youd like to meet us, call me
for details by 28th June. Leader: Rupert B Transport: TBA
Wednesday 12 July Wednesday Walk
The regular mid-week walk series continues, close to Canberra with a
destination to be decided. Contact the leader before 8pm Tuesday to find out
destination and meeting place. Leader: Allan M
For more walks, see the Program for last month or next month.
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