New Activities in the Program Added Since 20-Nov-2024
- Sat - 22-Feb-2025
4 - Creek -
Upper Bell Creek
Beautiful creek deep pools, some rocky climb overs. Wet suit essential as water is cold and there are some long swims
Map: Mt Wilson Added: 30-Nov-2024 - Sat - 08-Feb-2025
4 - Creek -
Upper upper Wollangambe
Wet suit compulsory a swim/float/walk down the upper Wollangambe . Canyon sections, deep pools very scenic. Longish walk in and out.
Map: Wollangambe Added: 30-Nov-2024 - Sat - 01-Feb-2025
4 - Creek -
Victoria Creek explore
We'll walk in via the track from behind the truck checking station at Mt Boyce, and descend into Victoria Creek opposite the Rientz Mine for a swim/explore. Exit to be decided on the day. Steep descent into the creek.
Map: Mt Wilson Added: 01-Dec-2024 - Sat - 25-Jan-2025
4 - Day Walk -
Ethereal Canyon
Beautiful Creek off the Wollangambe Fire Trail. Wet feet but wading only. All off track
Map: Wollangambe Added: 30-Nov-2024 - Sat - 25-Jan-2025
4 - Creek -
Hat Hill Canyon in Reverse and Bald Head
Walking to Bald head, dropping packs at junction to walk out to Bald Head and returning to packs. Then we descend to the creek and to the end of Hat Hill Canyon which has awesome views over the Grose Valley. We then head up stream through probably the best part of the canyon, which includes swims and wading to the exit point where we walk up onto the ridge line and returning back to cars. Around 9km in distance.
Map: Mt Wilson Added: 26-Nov-2024 - Sat - 18-Jan-2025
4 - Day Walk -
Middle upper Wollangambe River
We will park cars to the end of the Wollangambe Fire Trail and follow an un-tracked ridge down to the river, at a point that is not far downstream of the exit from Kate Girdwood's excellent Upper Upper Wollangambe River trip. The river is quite small at that point but it has some long, steep-sided pools. We will wade, swim and float down the river for 3-5 km. Confident swimmers only. Some may wish to use wetsuits and/or small flotation devices (lilos not recommended). This trip is exploratory for the leader.
Map: Wollangambe Added: 01-Dec-2024 - Sat - 11-Jan-2025
4 - Day Walk -
Box and Mimosa Falls Kanagra
Impressive red granite falls, unfortunately now usurped by abseilers but still worth a visit.. Mimosa Falls are charming and upstream. We would visit Mimosa Falls then Box Creek; walk to the bottom and come back up the steep slope back Long drive into Kanangra
Map: Kanangra Added: 30-Nov-2024 - Fri - 03-Jan-2025
4 - Pack Walk -
Dargan's Arch to Dumbano Cave, Wollangambe Crater Cave, Bell Station.
Day 1: 10.4km, Dumbano Cave via Dargan's Arch and Gooches Crater, staying in cave overnight. Day 2: 11km, Dumbano Tunnels in the morning then walking to Wollangambe Cave, staying in cave overnight. Day 3: 8.5km, Bell Station via Centre of the Universe Pagoda. On track and off-track walking.
Map: Wollangambe Added: 26-Nov-2024 - Sat - 28-Dec-2024
3 - Day Walk -
The River Caves
The River Caves is a short but spectacular walk-through canyon in the upper reaches of Budgary Creek. Water is knee deep in places. Walking distance is about 3.5km return.
Map: Rock Hill Added: 26-Nov-2024 - Sat - 21-Dec-2024
4 - Day Walk -
Stupendous Slot and the lot
Some walkers may have done the Double Arch Cave, Miracle Slot, Rain Cave circuit on the W side of Carne Creek. However, to the south of this is a long slot passing through some impressive slots. After completing this section we will return to the vehicles via the Rain Cave area. Please don't make bookings until 12th December
Map: Cullen Bullen Added: 03-Dec-2024 - Mon - 16-Dec-2024
3 - Day Walk -
Erskine Creek
Explore a section of the Erskine Creek and depending on the weather as to whether we do lots of walking or more relaxing near the water.
Map: Penrith Added: 04-Dec-2024 - Sun - 15-Dec-2024
3 - Canyon -
Sleeper Canyon
Sleeper is a beautiful, compact canyon which presents a variety of abseiling challenges that would typically be encountered in bigger canyons, but there are no drops greater than 15m. The activity is suitable for canyoners at grade 3 or higher, and preference will be given to those who missed out on the 24th November trip. You will get wet - there are compulsory short swims and wades – so you may choose to wear a wetsuit, but on a hot day it may be nice just to cool down.
Map: Mt Wilson Added: 03-Dec-2024 - Sun - 15-Dec-2024
4 - Day Walk -
Valley of the Dinosaurs
The Valley of the Dinosaurs is a spectacular gorge in Mugii Murum Ban SCA, near Capertee. See why this spectacular area needs to be protected for the future. We will visit the Ultimate Slot first, then enter the Valley of the Dinosaurs gorge from its entrance, then follow it up and exit via an easy side slot. Then view the gorge from the top and visit the top of the Ultimate Slot, nearby. If the gate on the 4WD trail is open, we will drive to the top in my 4WD in 2 trips if no other 4WD is available. Otherwise theres a 1.8 km each way walk from the bottom. The walk is partly off-track with a 4 (MH) grade. About 7km, 6 hours and 200m elevation gain. Add 3.6km and 200m if we walk from the bottom. There is some easy rock scrambling and no difficult parts. There is a description of a variation of the walk in the book Mugii Murum-ban SCA by Keats, Fox and Bolotin.
Map: Glen Alice Added: 02-Dec-2024 - Sat - 14-Dec-2024
3 - Abseiling -
Jugglers Canyon and Rodriguez Falls
Despite its name Jugglers Canyon is more of an abseil trip with 4-6 abseils the last being a nice 20m overhang. We will then proceed down Greaves Creek a short way and abseil the spectacular Rodriguez Falls which has a great outlook down the upper Grose Valley. The canyon is fairly dry, although you will get a bit splashed down a couple of the waterfalls. It is not a long trip and should be back at the cars by early/mid afternoon. So for those going on the Christmas Lights Grand Canyon trip that evening there will be plenty of time for dinner between canyons.
Map: Katoomba Added: 01-Dec-2024 - Tue - 10-Dec-2024
5 - Day Walk -
Wheeny Gap and Green Scrub
Co-leader John Kennett. Early start. Park some cars at GR 813 962 on Mountain Lagoon Trail and drive other cars to the locked gate on the North Wheeny Gap Trail. Walk to the end of the trail and descend to Wheeny Gap and pools. After a quick swim, find a way through the cliffs to the north, aiming at GR 803 930. If time permits, explore a couple high points for views, then follow a north-trending ridge through Green Scrub and to the parked vehicles. About 14 km. Scrambling and exposure. Mostly exploratory.
Map: Mountain Lagoon Added: 25-Nov-2024 - Mon - 09-Dec-2024
3 - Day Walk -
Mt York
About 9 km loop walk descending from Mt York by the original Cox Road and ascending via Lockyers Road (about 250 m climb)
Map: Hartley Added: 03-Dec-2024 - Sun - 08-Dec-2024
5 - Canyon -
Butterbox Canyon v4a2 IV
Butterbox Canyon v4a2 IV Date: Sunday 8th December Time: 7am Meet Point: Front of Sparrows Café Leura – to check everyone's gear Leader: Tim Hewatt (0478 686 775) No Participants: dependant on skill level. The canyon involves: -longer abseils -exposed anchors -off track approach and exit -abseiling in waterfalls and into pools -negotiating difficult overhangs -dark narrow slots -swims -negotiating cliff lines -extended creek walking with wading. Risks - Additional to the usual canyon risks -Abseiling in flowing water -Long day (8hrs+) ending in long ascent (potentially hot) requiring good fitness -Small top roped climb (12m grade 12) -Steep eroded loose rock gully – significant rock fall risk -Exposed traverse Equipment - Additional to usual canyon gear -2 l water carrying capacity -Map and track log on your phone -Wetsuit required Skills - Additional to usual canyon skill -Abseil with a 3rd hand (back up prusik) Limited or no bottom belays will be used – top belays maybe used in some places - good fitness More Information https://ropewiki.com/Butterbox https://ozultimate.com/canyoning/track_notes/mt_hay.htm https://www.gaiagps.com/map/?loc=14.5/150.3986/-33.6271&pubLink=HCGbHlVN6oI89Bnz34psI0ft&folderId=5899e8eb-16df-426d-ba89-e7190f47af06
Map: Katoomba Added: 03-Dec-2024 - Sat - 07-Dec-2024
4 - Day Walk -
Dalpura Ridge and Dalpura Creek circuit.
We will be starting and finishing on Bells Line Of Road not far from Bell. The walk is only about 5.5km and has great views into The Grose Gorge from along Dalpura Ridge. There will be wildflowers, and we will of course visit the stunning canyon section with the waterfall through the roof. There will be sections of creek walking where you may get wet up to the waist so suitable footwear such as volleys is needed. You may wish to change into and out of footwear. We will walk the circuit in the clockwise direction. Plenty of opportunity at the finish to change clothes. We will meet at Mt Victoria Station carpark at 8:40am.
Map: Mt Wilson Added: 27-Nov-2024 - Sat - 07-Dec-2024
4 - Abseiling -
Ropes Practice and Centennial Glen Canyon
Suitable for grade 4 or grade 5 canyoners, working towards leader and leaders.
Map: Katoomba Added: 04-Dec-2024 - Fri - 06-Dec-2024
3 - Canyon -
Fortress Canyon
Fortress is a fun little canyon, the lunch spot's views are breathtaking (and as it is a Friday shouldn't be too busy), and the walk out across the open plateau with views on both sides across the Grose Valley is outstanding. The canyon itself only has one 6m abseil. but makes up for it with a few very attractive swims. Although in December it will still be a tad chilly, so a good wetsuit IS recommended. The canyon isn't one of the most spectacular but taken with the lunch spot and the walkout it it is a great trip and one always worth doing again. And for those who are going to the club's Christmas Party that evening we will be back in plenty of time as it is not a long day out.
Map: Katoomba Added: 01-Dec-2024 - Fri - 06-Dec-2024
Meeting -
UBMBC Social Night - Blackheath Golf Club
Come along and enjoy some social interaction with other club UBMBC members, commencing at 6pm with drinks on the terrace. Normal bar and bistro operations in place plus Fri night raffles. Other activities include local history and geography trivia, a pool table and a darts board. All indoors and suitable for all fitness levels. RSVP to Jim or Ruth by 1st Dec.
Added: 20-Nov-2024
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