Category Archives: Canyoning

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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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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Hat Hill Canyon

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Dave Noble

A return visit to Hat Hill Canyon. It was supposed to be a trip down Claustral Canyon but recent rain made this unwise. None of the others had been down Hat Hill Canyon so this made it a good alternative. … Continue reading →

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Canyoning at Newnes

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Dave Noble

Newnes in the Wolgan Valley is a great place for a lot of outdoor activities. Its good place for bushwalking, mountain biking, rock climbing and canyoning. Earlier in January I spent an enjoyable weekend camping at Newnes with a group … Continue reading →

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New Dunlop Volleys – Fail

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Dave Noble

For a long time Dunlop Volleys have been the shoe of choice for a lot of bushwalkers and canyoners in NSW. They are particularly good for canyoning. The sole, favoured by roofers for a long time, has very good grip. … Continue reading →

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Empress Canyon – Revisited

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Dave Noble

After the Boxing Day canyoning trip, John was staying in the mountains with his wife Claire and kids. Other friends – Sarah and James were also around. It was a good chance to meet up, do an easy canyon and … Continue reading →

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Canyon Exploration – Northern Blue Mountains

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Dave Noble

For many years now, I have been fortunate to be able to leave on Boxing Day for an extended canyoning trip in the Northern Blue Mountains. Some of these six day trips have been visiting known but remote canyons, others … Continue reading →

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