Category Archives: Bushwalking

A Wet Walk on North Head – 24 October 2022

Posted on October 29, 2022 by Dave Noble

We had quite a wet day on the National Parks Association walk to North Head from Manly. But despite the rain we still had a great outing. The walk was led by Brian Everingham, and the party included Valerie, Sue … Continue reading →

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Sydney Park and Malabar Headland Visits – 21 October 2022

Posted on October 26, 2022 by Dave Noble

This was a full day, starting off at Sydney Park, and then visiting Malabar Headland to photograph the Peregrine Falcons. At Sydney Park, I had two aims – to photograph the Tawny Frogmouths and the Powerful Owl. I first went … Continue reading →

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Kameruka Bushwalking Club Reunion 18 – 20 October 2022

Posted on October 21, 2022 by Dave Noble

Many years ago (1970’s – 80’s) I was an active member of the Kameruka Bushwalking Club, and I was pleased to be able to attend a reunion held at Blackheath. I have outlined some of the highlights of this club’s … Continue reading →

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The Jibbon Loop – 17 October 2022

Posted on October 20, 2022 by Dave Noble

Another nice walk organised  and led by Brian Everingham for the National Parks Association of NSW. Then plan was to catch the ferry to Bundeena and then walk along Jibbon Beach, around the headland, and then continue on the track … Continue reading →

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Coastal Walking – Cape Solander – Cape Baily – 15 October 2022

Posted on October 16, 2022 by Dave Noble

It was beautiful weather and I was keen to head outdoors, so I decided to catch a train to Cronulla and then a bus to Kurnell and visit Kamay – Botany Bay National Park. My plan was open – to … Continue reading →

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Upper Blue Mountains Heritage Walk – 12 October 2022

Posted on October 15, 2022 by Dave Noble

This was a nice day out in the Upper Blue Mountains – looking for heritage sites. The party was Bob, Doug, Pete and myself. During the day we examined a most interesting Aboriginal site – an occupation shelter, which had … Continue reading →

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Wolli Ck and Cooks River Walk – 11 October 2022

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Dave Noble

After the Mudlarks bird survey, I went looking for a Tawny Frogmouth on its nest in Ewen Park. After finding it, I headed to Permanent Avenue and caught a bus to Bexley North. From there, I made my way down … Continue reading →

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Sun Valley – Long Angle Gully Walk – 5 October 2022

Posted on October 6, 2022 by Dave Noble

Growing up in Springwood, I had visited Long Angle Gully quite a few times when young, and camped at the junction of Fitzgeralds Creek with the scouts on one occasion. And I had been to Sun Valley as well, but … Continue reading →

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Visit to Oatley Park – 4 October 2022

Posted on October 6, 2022 by Dave Noble

The day before, I had suggested to Valerie and Sue that we take advantage of the good weather while it lasts and visit Oatley Park. I thought there may be some orchids out, and there is usually good range of … Continue reading →

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Bonnie Doon Walk – 28 September 2022

Posted on September 30, 2022 by Dave Noble

Bob and myself spent a very interesting day walking in the Blue Mountains near Katoomba. The main purpose was to have a look at the waterfalls of Bonnie Doon. The waterfalls were a notable omission on my Waterfalls of the … Continue reading →

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