Monthly Archives: November 2014

Blacks Ladders and Esgate Pass – 26 November 2014

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Dave Noble

Bob and myself finally completed this nice walk. It had been on our list to do for a fair while – and we had set off with it in mind – but thought it wise on those occasions to do … Continue reading →

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Claustral Canyon – 25 November 2014

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Dave Noble

John had organised  a trip to Claustral Canyon and invited me to join the group. In the party were John, a second John, Stephen, Keith, Carl, Alex, Sierra and myself. A fairly large party for the canyon – but this gave … Continue reading →

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Cape Banks – 24 November 2014

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Dave Noble

Thunderstorms were forecast on the afternoon of the 24th so I decided it may be nice to head out to Cape Banks for some photography. On previous visits I had admired the rock platforms out there. It is a short walk … Continue reading →

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Benge Memorial Weekend 21- 23 November 2014

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Dave Noble

There was going to be a gathering of friends of Benge (Graant Benett) on the summit of Mt Hay. We were going to meet there to reflect on his life. Before heading out to Mt Hay, I had travelled up … Continue reading →

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Dunphy Kowmung Adventure – Video

Posted on November 21, 2014 by Dave Noble

Here is the video of the Dunphy Kowmung Adventure Re-enactment.

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Glenbrook Creek and Kanuka Brook – 19 November 2014

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Dave Noble

This was a nice walk in the Lower Blue Mountains. I started from Glenbrook Station and walked to the National Park entrance and then down to the Blue Pool turnoff. It was not far down the track to Glenbrook Creek … Continue reading →

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Back to the Birds – Cooks River 17 November 2014

Posted on November 18, 2014 by Dave Noble

Another pleasant afternoon spent observing the birdlife along the river. Here is a selection of photos – Lots of young birds at this time of the year.

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Barrenjoey Bush Regeneration 15-16 November 2014

Posted on November 18, 2014 by Dave Noble

Stu and Enmoore had organised a weekend at Barrenjoey to do some bush regeneration. This is part of an ongoing program. The party was Stu, Enmoore, Chuin Nee, John, Jasper, Martin, Steffy, Su Li, Brent, Wendy, Don, Ian and NPWS … Continue reading →

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Royal Coastal Walk 11-12 November 2014

Posted on November 17, 2014 by Dave Noble

The Coastal Walk in Royal National Park has been rebranded as the “Royal Coastal Walk” – in a welcome series of new signs. The new signs not only give visitors and idea of what things (e.g. animals and plants) to look … Continue reading →

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Sydney Climbing Guide – Now on Android

Posted on November 17, 2014 by Dave Noble

I wrote earlier about the Sydney Climbing Guide being available for iPhone. This very useful guide is now available for Android. It has lots of new additions – not only new climbs but new crags (such as the Kentlyn Krag)

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