Advance Notice Activities

Tue - 01-Sep-2026
4 - Pack Walk
Yet Update Another Test Walk
Another Test Pack Walk to confirm Update Log Event
Map: Capertee
Wed - 01-Jul-2026
4 - Day Walk
Some Big Test Walk Update
Another Test Day Walk to confirm Update Log works
Map: Glen Alice
Fri - 15-May-2026
5 - Pack Walk
Lee Fortress and Tal Tal Range
A 4-day pack walk. Park at Benjang Gap, walk up Lee Creek till Lost Chord Ravine, GR 327 904, about 5 km, and establish a camp. We will stay at this camp for two nights and do two day-walks in this very complex and spectacular area. This part is partly exploratory. It is fully exploratory from here on. On Day 3, we will strike the camp and find a way up through the cliffs to the north west and to the pagoda-studded tops. After establishing a camp at around GR 335 910, we will explore the ravine to the north with day packs only. The aim will be also to find water. On Day 4, we will traverse the Tal Tal Range northwards till GR 321 930 or GR 310 941, where I expect to find passes back down to Lee Creek and the vehicles. About 30 km. Mostly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure.
Map: Not Specified
Sat - 02-May-2026
5 - Day Walk
Point Green and Wolgan Falls
Find out why this spectacular area must be better protected for future generations. We will visit Point Green and the Wolgan Falls, starting and finishing on Sunnyside Ridge Road. About 9 km. Scrambling and exposure.
Map: Cullen Bullen
Sun - 19-Apr-2026
5 - Day Walk
The Ultimate Mugii Murum-ban
Find out why this spectacular area must be better protected for future generations. Park near Airly Mountain and walk up on trail to about GR 249 320 below the cliff line. Traverse under the cliffs south until a pass up at GR 250 314. Walk to Ultimate View and then visit The Citadel. Next, find a way down on the eastern side of Citadel Spur. Walk north east under the cliff line and ascend Ultimate Chute. After spending some time on top of the cliffs to enjoy the views, head north via Genowlan Trig and visit (depending on the available time) the Valley of the Dinosaurs and/or Ultimate Slot. Make our way down via the road network to the cars. About 8 km. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure.
Map: Glen Alice
Sat - 28-Mar-2026
4 - Canyon
Banks Canyon
Banks Canyon is a fantastic canyon on the northern side of Dingo Creek close to the exit of Hole in the Wall Canyon. It involves exposure and rock scrambling, 5 abseils up to 20m, distance around 14km and elevation gain of around 350m. Must be able to swim well. Wetsuits and all the usual abseiling gear is needed.
Map: Rock Hill
Sat - 28-Mar-2026
5 - Pack Walk
Pinchgut Creek-Tambo Creek Loop
This 5-day Colo wilderness pack walk starts and finishes at the end of Grassy Hill Trail. Once down at the Colo, walk downstream and enter Tambo Creek. Walk upstream till about GR 682 150. Ascend northwards, enter Pinchgut Creek and follow it downstream to the Colo. There will be a number of side trips. Detailed plans for each day to be advised. No water needs to be carried. About 30 km. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure.
Map: Colo Heights
Sat - 21-Mar-2026
3 - Day Walk
UBMBC 40 years Anniversary Walk (*note SECOND change of date*)
In March 2026 UBMBC will reach 40 years since its formation. Members and former members are invited to celebrate this important milestone with a walk to Centennial Glen Blackheath, followed by refreshments at Gardeners Inn Blackheath. The walk will follow the same route at the clubs 25 year celebration which was attended by more than 50 walkers. The walk is around 4 km on track and has steep sections. Family members are welcome. Bookings with foxes9@westnet.com.au are essential for catering.
Map: Katoomba
Sun - 15-Mar-2026
5 - Creek
Wollangambe Three
Swim/float/walk and scramble down this scenic gorge till the exit at GR 583 925. Must be able to swim well. Lilo flotation devices recommended. Bring dry bags. Wetsuits highly recommended, helmets mandatory. Distance around 11km, elevation gain of around 200m, on track and off track.
Map: Wollangambe
Sat - 14-Mar-2026
5 - Canyon
Ranon Brook Canyon and Ranon Canyon
Ranon Brook Canyon and Ranon Canyon are off the Bells Line of Road near Mt Bell. Both are very pleasant canyons. Ranon Brook Canyon has abseils up to 10m, while Ranon Canyon has abseils up to 35m. Ranon Canyon is a 10/10 according to the Tom Brennan scale. Exit is via the usual Claustral exit. It involves exposure and rock scrambling, distance around 10km and elevation gain of around 500m. About 10 hours. Wetsuits and all the usual abseiling gear is needed.
Map: Mt Wilson
Sun - 08-Mar-2026
3 - Day Walk
NSW Women’s Week walk - Lost City (*note change of date*)
In conjunction with Bushwalking NSW, Women's Week, which is a statewide bushwalking event, I am leading this trip. This will be open to visitors as well. The Lost City walking track offers a unique and stunning outlook relatively close to Lithgow. Within the Gardens of Stone State Conservation Area, you will experience sandstone pagodas, tranquil creeks, and historic mining relics all on a well formed track. The highlights are two heritage dams that were constructed in the 1920s to supply water to Lithgow until the late 1980s and the chance to explore the distinctive pagodas up close, all with most incredible pagoda scenery that the mountains. Also we will also be on the lookout for gang gang cockatoos, scarlett robins or south-eastern glossy black cockatoos.
Map: Lithgow
Sat - 07-Mar-2026
5 - Canyon
Claustral Canyon
Claustral Canyon is one of the most impressive canyons in the Blue Mountains. Three abseils up to 15m through the dark black hole of Calcutta are followed by 700m of high-quality canyon. Distance around 9km and elevation gain of around 500m. Wetsuits and all the usual abseiling gear is needed
Map: Mt Wilson
Wed - 04-Mar-2026
5 - Creek
Wollangambe Three
Swim/float/walk and scramble down this scenic gorge till the exit at GR 583 925. Must be able to swim well. Lilo flotation devices recommended. Bring dry bags. Wetsuits highly recommended, helmets mandatory. Distance around 11km, elevation gain of around 200m, on track and off track.
Map: Wollangambe
Sun - 01-Mar-2026
5 - Day Walk
Howling Arch, the Pool of Diana and the Pool of Aphrodite
Find out why this spectacular area must be better protected for future generations. Drive to GR 467 057 on the Deep Pass Trail. Head down a spur and visit Howling Arch, an amazing natural feature. Cross Dingo Creek and progress downstream for about 1.3 km, stopping at the scenic Pool of Diana on the way. At GR 476 048, walk up a north, north west trending ravine and visit the spectacular Pool of Aphrodite. Continue ascending and reconnect with the trail and the vehicles. Scrambling and exposure. About 6 km.
Map: Rock Hill

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