Author Archives: Dave Noble

Canyoning at Newnes

Posted on March 12, 2012 by Dave Noble

Sarah had organised a weekend of canyoning at Newnes and with a good weather forecast (at last!!!) it was easy to decide to join the party. As well as Sarah, there was James, Dan, Kate and Rob and Disco joined … Continue reading →

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Maiden Voyage

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Dave Noble

My New Alpacka packraft had arrived and it was time to take it out for a run. The major rivers were too high I thought. Digi Dave suggested a paddle up the Woronora River. That sounded like a good plan. … Continue reading →

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Tiger Snake Canyon

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Dave Noble

We visited this canyon on a wet day. Despite the continual rain – we had a great time. The canyon was very beautiful – and some water was flowing! Here are a few photos from the day –

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Canyons Near Deep Pass

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Dave Noble

Last weekend I was in a big group that camped at Deep Pass Clearing in Wollemi National Park. The purpose of the gathering was to celebrate the birthdays of James and Sarah. During both days, many in the group visited … Continue reading →

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Dead Tree Canyon

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Dave Noble

Dead Tree Canyon lies in the Wollangambe Wilderness. It is a tributary of the South Branch of Bungleboori Creek. It was first descended by Bob Sault and Ian Wilson of SUBW in early 1982. After being in the party that … Continue reading →

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Greenway Update

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Dave Noble

Despite a massive petition being presented in Parliament, the Minister has failed to act to reinstate the Greenway – walking and cycling track. This is very disappointing. You can read the minister for transport’s answer to a question here. If … Continue reading →

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Dargans Creek and the Dam Cliffs – Access Changes?

Posted on February 18, 2012 by Dave Noble

Dargans Creek Canyon is a nice outing, and can be combined with some climbing at the Dam Cliffs Climbing Area. Access to both these places is currently via a railway access road. The managers of the land – the Crown … Continue reading →

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The 2012 Festival of Canyons

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Dave Noble

The Festival of Canyons is an event organised yearly by the UTSOAC to promote canyoning and to allow members of university clubs to get to know each other. This year is was held at Mt Wilson. A lot of people … Continue reading →

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Splendour Rock Bushwalk

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Dave Noble

Thanks to Helen from SUBW who organised this very nice walk. Summer is a bit hot for bushwalking in the Blue Mountains and better suited to canyoning. But with so much water in the creeks, I thought a bush walk … Continue reading →

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Western Arthurs – Visitation Figures

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Dave Noble

While waiting for  our bus at Scotts Peak Dam after the Western Arthurs walk I had a bit of time on my hands. So I perused the intentions logbook at the trailhead and made a few notes. Back home, I … Continue reading →

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