Category Archives: Bushwalking

Blue Mountains Weekend 8-9 November 2014

Posted on November 14, 2014 by Dave Noble

This was a pleasant and relaxing weekend in the Blue Mountains. I headed up with John, Chuin Nee and their young son Jasper. At Wentworth Falls, we met up with Su Li, Brent, Roscoe, Martin and Stephanie. Most of the … Continue reading →

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Royal National Park – 7 November 2014

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Dave Noble

I spent a very pleasant day with Digi Dave in Royal National Park. We started out at Flat Rock Crossing. This was one place I had never had a look at before. We parked and set off along the track … Continue reading →

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Blue Mountains Weekend 25-26 October 2014

Posted on October 27, 2014 by Dave Noble

Su Li wanted to take her cousin Michelle down a canyon, and she chose Empress Canyon at the head of the Valley of the Waters at Wentworth Falls. I had travelled up the mountains with John, Chuin Nee and their … Continue reading →

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Vale – Graant Benett

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Dave Noble

Graant Benett was riding his bike last week on one of his usual training rides when he was knocked down by a turning car. He had nasty injuries including major brain damage and he sadly he passed away a few days … Continue reading →

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Blue Gum Forest 18-19 October 2014

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Dave Noble

It was a great weekend to be in the bush. The wildflowers were magnificent as was the weather. It was warm enough for a (quick) swim in the Grose River. This was a walk to Blue Gum Forest. I went … Continue reading →

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Kameruka Bushwalking Club – Reunion – Blackheath 15-16 October 2014

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Dave Noble

I was an active member of the KBC – the Kameruka Bushwalking Club from the mid 1970’s to the early 80’s. Last week I attended a reunion of the club held at Blackheath. It was a great opportunity to catch up with … Continue reading →

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Dawn – Govetts Leap, Blackheath 16 October 2014

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Dave Noble

I was in Blackheath for the Kameruka Bushwalking Club reunion, and I was staying up there at a friend’s place. On the second day of the reunion, I got up early and went to Govetts Leap for the sunrise.

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Deep Pass – Birthday Weekend 11-12 October 2014

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Dave Noble

A large group of friends headed up to Deep Pass. We had three birthdays to celebrate – and Deep Pass is not only a great campsite – it has many interesting places nearby to visit. Wildflowers, birds, canyons, cracks and … Continue reading →

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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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