Category Archives: Blue Mountains

Dunphy’s Kowmung Adventure 26 September – 6 October 2014

Posted on October 9, 2014 by Dave Noble

One hundred years ago, in 1914, a classic bushwalk took place. Myles Dunphy and Herbert “Bert” Gallop set off from Katoomba for an adventure along the Kowmung River. This walk, in many ways marked the beginning of both the sport … Continue reading →

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Jinki Ridge – Wildflower Walk 22 September 2014

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Dave Noble

This was a lovely day out in the bush. Jinki Ridge is high above the Grose Valley. It is the usual exit path for visitors to Dalpurra Canyon – and it is also one of the best places in the … Continue reading →

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Red Rocks Walk 20-21 September 2014

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Dave Noble

It was time to head out to Newnes and walk up to the Red Rocks for a high camp. In the party, as well as myself, were John, Chuin Nee and Jasper, and also Digi Dave, Stacey and Rik. We … Continue reading →

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Wild Blue Mountains Calendar 2015

Posted on September 14, 2014 by Dave Noble

Ian Brown, not long returned from a climbing trip to Greenland, has again produced his excellent Wild Blue Mountains Calendar. This is the 5th edition. Ian has a great love for the splendour and beauty of the Greater Blue Mountains … Continue reading →

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Sassafras Gully in Springwood – 4 September 2014

Posted on September 6, 2014 by Dave Noble

I had another afternoon in Springwood, and chose to walk around the Sassafras Gully loop. It had been raining and I was hoping the creeks would be up. They were, but not by too much, but things were still very … Continue reading →

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Gardens of Stone 29 August – 1 September 2014

Posted on September 6, 2014 by Dave Noble

This was a four day trip organised by the Colong Foundation for Wilderness. On the trip we went to quite a few sites in the Gardens of Stone area. Most of the sites that we visited are not in the Gardens … Continue reading →

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Wentworth Falls and Leura – Waterfalls and Cascades 27 August 2014

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Dave Noble

The best time to visit the waterfalls of the Blue Mountains is just after (or during) rain. It had been raining for the past few days and the creeks should be up – an ideal time. My friend Roger, was … Continue reading →

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Bylong Labyrinth Walk 23-25 August 2014

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Dave Noble

The Bylong Labyrinth is the remarkable north west section of Wollemi National Park. It is a maze of complex ridges, pagoda rock formations, canyons and volcanic necks. I went on a short three day walk there with Rik and Rob. … Continue reading →

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Birdwood Gully – 20 August 2014

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Dave Noble

Birdwood Gully is a short walk on the north side of Springwood. I was very familiar with this track from my childhood. It was good to see it is still in very good condition. I started from the trailhead at … Continue reading →

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Glenbrook Gorge – Photo Trip – 19 August 2014

Posted on August 20, 2014 by Dave Noble

A few days of rain meant that Glenbrook Gorge should be in good condition for some photos. It was! Water levels were not as high as I had hoped – but they were still quite good. I walked down from … Continue reading →

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