200407 Newsletter

QUEENSLAND BUSHWALKERS CLUB Inc. Newsletter

74 Kallista Rd. Rochedale South QLD 4123 Email [email protected] Phone No (07) 3341 7509 www.geocities.com/qldbwc

July 2004

Bushwalkers Bushwalking Bushrangers Cave

Club News Walks Planning Day

Campsite Monitoring

A Walks Planning Day and BBQ was held at Dave Kenrick’s place on June 5th.

There was a campsite monitoring training weekend at Mt Barney held by the rangers. Three members attended from QBW out of about twelve campsite monitors and five rangers

Even though only 8 people attended, the Club gained 3 new leaders in Chris B., Maria L. and Jenny W. Many thanks to them for volunteering. The Club is losing some leaders due to injury/illness or work taking them interstate or overseas. The Club desperately needs more members to become involved as leaders. We know that there were many members who could not attend the planning day due to work and other commitments. The 8 members who attended the planning day did a great job in organizing the Walks Calendar for the next six months. This has been circulated to members with an email address and the proposed calendar will also be available for perusal at Club meetings. Walks which require a leader have been put on the Calendar. Any member who can lead that particular walk should contact Dave on 3349 8238. If the member has not led a walk before, an experienced leader will be able to help and accompany the new leader. If no member volunteers to lead that walk, then the walk will NOT go ahead. Beginning in the Newsletter this month, there will be a series of articles on what a leader does and helpful hints for anyone considering leading a walk. Remember that anyone leading a walk for the Club is entitled to some benefits. These include reimbursement of reasonable expenses for doing a pre-outing, reimbursement of up to $50 for the costs of doing a First Aid Course and access to brochures, maps and notes held by the Club.

29-30 May 2004

Campsite monitoring has now been going on for 13 years with bushwalkers being involved in it for the last 6 years. Campsite monitoring involves quantitatively measuring the area of a campsite and over the years, changes can be assessed to see what impact camping has on the campsite. Some of us arrived the Saturday night to camp at Barney Lodge. The weekend was fine and clear and that night we had a campfire with a starry sky above. The next morning we met with the rangers and piled into their 4 wheel drives for the drive over the Yellowpinch road. The deep ruts in the road made for a bit of a bumpy ride. At campsites 8 and 9 we were shown by Rodney Anderson, the ranger from Binna Burra, how to fill in the site plan. An important aspect of this is the transect line which is drawn between the two steel pegs permanently inserted at campsites being monitored. With these two as a base we could accurately measure the size of a campsite. Other things to be noted down were soil type, vegetation type, topography of the site, canopy cover, number of tracks leading to and from the site and any evidence of vandalism, litter or site modification by campers. There are still some campsites which require a monitor. If you would like to contribute to this important project and give something back from bushwalking, contact Ann Tracey the coordinator on 3391 3334. Thanks to rangers Rodney, Andy, Brett, Justin and Dave for their valuable time.

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General Information

The Management Committee

Membership

President

Trevor Cox

Membership is still only $20. Please note that the financial year of the Club has changed. The present Club financial year finishes on the 30th of June 2005. However members who have paid st their $20 for 2004 will be financial till 31 January 2005.

Vice President

Bob Gur

3345 3971 (H)

Secretary

Patricia Kolarski

3341 7509 (H)

Treasurer

Gary Woodward

3245 2695 (H)

Before a visitor can go on a walk, he/she must become a Probationary or Ordinary Member or be a member of an affiliated club. Members of another bushwalking club affiliated with the Queensland Federation of Bushwalking Clubs or another State Federation are covered for Insurance.

Outings Secretary

David Kenrick

3349 8238 (H)

Membership Officer

Nadeen Larkin

0405 022 757

Editor

Richard Kolarski

3341 7509 (H)

Probationary Membership

Social Secretary

Evelyn Campbell

3809 2354 (H)

To become a Probationary Member, a person pays $10.00 to a member of the committee or to a walk leader. Walk leaders are authorized to collect the $10.00. The committee member or walk leader will note the name of the person on the Walk Sheet and that he/she has paid the $10.00.

Training Officer

Nadeen Larkin

0405 022 757

A Probationary Member must become an Ordinary Member by their second walk. A Probationary Member can become an Ordinary Member by filling out a membership form and handing it to a committee member or walk leader and paying a further $10.00.

Campsite Monitors

Ordinary Membership

Ratatat Hut

Barbara Makepeace Ed Thistlethwaite

Running Creek Falls

Richard Kolarski Gary Woodward

Throakban

Kerry de Clauzel Trevor Smith

Mt Superbus & Spicers Peak

Christine Harrison & Cliff Harrison

A person who is not a member may become an Ordinary Member straight away by filling out a membership form and handing the form to a committee member or walk leader and paying $20.00.

Other Voluntary Positions

Equipment Officer

Steve Moyle

3800 3963 (H)

Supper Convenor

Danuta Gur

3345 3971 (H)

Federation Rep

Richard Kolarski

3341 7509 (H)

Federation Rep

Trevor Cox

3273 3484 (H)

FMR Rep

Richard Kolarski

3341 7509 (H)

FMR Rep

Trevor Smith

0407 062 381

Meeting Place Club Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at the East Brisbane State School, corner of Stanley Street and Wellington Road, starting at 7:30pm.

3273 3484 (H)

New Members

There is parking within the school grounds off Wellington Road. Consult a street directory, as there are a number of one-way streets in the area. There is also parking in Wellington Road.

Scott Blanch Ann Kemp Asta Toven

Tea/Coffee and cake/biscuits provided after the meeting. A coin donation would be appreciated

James Jolliffe Maria Lenari

No of Ordinary Members

Equipment for Hire The Club has a backpack (suitable for use as a day or through pack) for hire at $5.00 per week. QBW is also looking at purchasing further equipment in the near future. Any suggestions for equipment to buy would be appreciated. Also any person who has surplus equipment and would like to donate or sell to the Club, please contact one of the Committee members or Steve Moyle on 3800 3963.

110

This is the number of renewals and new members since 1/2/2004

Comings and Goings Helen M. was in Vietnam a few months ago while John M has just returned from a trip to the same country. Fran M. is leaving for 6 months as she has obtained a job in NZ. Tina K. is returning home to Germany after a one-year stay here in Australia. She has been an active walker in the Club doing some pretty tough walks which would be unheard of in her native country.

Bivy Bag/Pack Liners for Sale The Club has purchased a quantity of pack liners from VicWalk suitable for through packs. They are 2 metres by 0.9 metres in a bright orange colour. The packliners can double as an emergency bivvy bag and have helpful information printed on them.

Editors Pic

They are available from the Club for $3.00 each or 2 for $5.00.

Club Shirts The club still has a number of Club polo shirts for sale. They are available in XL, L, M and S size. $20.00 each

EPIRB Available for Members The Club has purchased an EPIRB. It will be available to any member of the Club at no charge for use on weekend or weekday walks. If you would like to take the EPIRB on a walk, ring 3341 7509 on where to pick up and return the EPIRB.

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Oyster Catch

Special Coming Events

Past Walks

Medical Emergencies on Bushwalks and Old-Time Bushwalking Movies Evening DATE:

15th July 2004

TIME:

7:30 PM

PLACE:

Norwegian Hall, 23 Parker Street, Newmarket (Just off Kelvin Grove Road)

COST:

$5.00

Bushrangers Cave

We started walking up a dirt road on the Qld side of the border fence but found we had to cross over to the NSW side. So like a band of refugees we crawled under the fence into NSW, hoping no one saw us. The track along the fence became steep as we approached Mt Wagawn. There were good views to the south of Mt Warning and to the east of the Cougals.

PROGRAM:

As we reached the cliffs of Mt Wagawn we came to Bushrangers Cave. Here we had morning tea and took a few photos. Then the really steep climbing began. The earth was slightly wet from recent rain and we had to scramble up hanging on to tree roots and tree trunks.

Medical Emergencies on Bushwalks. A presentation by Dr Frank Bowling Interval and Refreshments. 16mm Films from the Archives of "Walk with Safety" It has valuable safety hints for your walks and familiar SE Qld scenery. "Walk the Vertical" the classic film on the ascent of the East face of Coonowrin (Crookneck). This could be your last opportunity to see these wonderful old films in their original medium. This is a combined FMR/BBW activity for the entertainment and benefit of all bushwalkers.

2004 Federation Pilgrimage

4 April 2004

Fourteen people drove down to Numinbah Valley and parked at the Queensland/NSW border on a sunny Sunday.

13-15 August 2004

Toowoomba Bushwalkers invites you to the 2004 Federation Pilgrimage among Girraween's gigantic geometric granite and festively flowering flora for: Treks, talks and tea + Bopping to the beat of the "Band 'O' Coots" Bush Dance band +

At just past the half way mark, Karen found that her mobile phone had fallen out of her backpack and nowhere to be found. After a short search, we decided we would look for it later as we came back down. Near the summit we came upon 20 scouts resting in a sunny spot. They were walking down to Bushrangers Cave from Binna Burra. Karen had a talk with them and asked them to be on the lookout for a mobile phone. We had lunch on the Mt Wagawn track and then made a slight detour to some lookouts close by. We could see the ridge we had just walked up on. On the descent we thought it would be a good idea to ring Karen's mobile with another mobile in case we could hear it ringing. Much to Karen's surprise someone answered her phone. A scout had heard the ringing and found the mobile! Karen was triumphantly reunited with her mobile back at Bushrangers Cave. Many thanks to my fellow walkers who came out to enjoy this beautiful day. Richard

Wear your winter woollies, wend your way by wineries + Bring your best bushwalking buddies, boots & baggage. +

The Ballows T/W

Commencing Friday afternoon until Sunday at Castle Rock Campground Girraween National Park

Seven of us met at Mt May campground early Saturday morning. We drove up the newly graded road to Windy Ridge and made final adjustments to packs and boots before setting out at about 8am.

A range of walks to suite most walkers is being planned. The Bushdance, with music by Band O' Coots, will be held at the nearby town of Wallangara on the Saturday night. It will be held in a lovely local hall and sheltered from the elements.

3-4 April 2004

Enquiries Loretta van der Drift 07 4634 8417 [email protected] If you have not seen Girraween NP now is the time. See you there What is the Pilgrimage? The Pilgrimage is an annual gathering of all the bushwalking clubs in Queensland. History of the Pilgrimage Pre 1970 - Bushwalkers from the Brisbane Bushwalkers Club walked up Mt Barney and decided the "pilgrimage" should become an annual event. As its popularity grew it was decided to hold the Pilgrimage at another site, as there was concern with so many people on Mt Barney. 1971 - Queensland Federation organized the first official Pilgrimage to Girraween.

The Ballows

1973 - 2003 Each year a member club has organized the event on behalf of Federation and invited all member clubs to participate.

Canberra Saturday 18 September – Sunday 3 October 2004 Day walks and/or 3-4 day throughwalks in the Brindabellas near Canberra. Nominations need to be in by early July so that arrangements can be made re accommodation and any pre-outings done. If interested, ring Patricia on 3341 7509.

Initially it was an easy wander along the ridge but soon enough we were faced with a steep uphill to the top of Mowburra Peak. It soon became apparent that our weekend walk was going to be a steep uphill followed by a steep downhill repeated numerous times. After descending into the saddle it was up Durramlee for a welcome break with great views, another descent then up Double Peak for even better views. Dave had been told of an alternate way off Double Peak that didn’t need the use of ropes so he went off to investigate while the rest of us caught our breaths and relaxed. His search proved successful and we moved off towards Mt Ballow, our destination for Saturday night’s camp. The forest on Mt Ballow was beautiful with the most Antarctic Beech trees I have ever seen.

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The next morning we woke to a thick mist but by the time we had breakfasted and packed up it had lifted. Sunday proved to be no different with a downhill then up to Big Lonely. From here it was going to be easy, just a big (1000m) descent then a rock hop down the creek to the Upper Portals and return along the road to Windy Ridge. Of course things never go according to plan. I made a comfort stop and then could not locate the rest of the group. I am mentioning this so that others can learn from my mistakes. It doesn’t matter how experienced you are, it is always possible to make a mistake and become separated while walking. I should have stopped and returned to where I last saw the group. By not doing this I put the others through an hour or so of worry and searching.

Easter Sunday

11 April 2004

The morning was mild but not mild enough to entice all of the walkers- some "went fishin". Speaking of fish - that's where we started, at the DPI Fish Farm at the base of the Cania Dam spillway. It was a rocky mountain climb up the northern ridge: the sun blinding our eyes! Searching for wildlife we contoured west at the base of the escarpment until we were satisfied. We found Elephant's Head (a sandstone outcrop resembling, guess what, an elephant just beyond Old Man of the Mountain Tree). We regrouped and took in the view whilst sitting in that timeless yellow amphitheatre.

I guess the lesson to be learned is to stop as soon as you know you can’t find the group, if you can, return to where you last saw them and sit and wait for them to come looking for you. Safety gear that should always be carried includes a whistle which can be heard much further away than your shouts. Don’t be afraid to use it, this was my first time using it and I was very pleased I had it with me and will always carry it in future. It is also important for everyone to carry a map and compass in remote bush. My thanks to Dave for finding me and leading a brilliant but very hard walk. Barbara Makepeace

Cania Gorge

Easter Long Weekend

Steve Moyle led this base camp at Cania Gorge over the Easter long weekend. Several members contributed to the articles below. We would all like to thank Steve for putting on some walks twice for those of us who could not attend the first day or two due to other commitments. Steve has been to this area several times now and knows those special places that ordinary visitors never get to.

Mt Castle

We headed south, bush bashing under the escarpment. Above us out of the rocky cliff face was a massive twenty-metre amphitheatre. A formation carved by wind and rain over 50 million years. The red ochre was in a word Magical. The view of the dam and lake was picturesque; the extended scenic rim clear in the autumn light; but the amphitheatre was what really commanded our attention. There was shared amongst us a deep sense of history and awe. More bush bashing followed. Steve assured us that the summit was near. Still heading south but climbing we contoured the escarpment and made it to the top. Wow! The vantage point from Mt Castle gave us a view that took our breath away. We looked out across the western tablelands; the orange rocky cliff face of the southern wall gave us an appreciation of our own location. You could have walked across the saddle and traversed the southern ridge, but we opted for a swift descent. It was a fulfilling and worthwhile walk. Some spent the afternoon in leisurely repose, while others took the easy graded walk from the Caravan Park up Doc's Gully, to Fern Tree Pool and the beautiful lookout at Giant's Chair Lookout. Rachael Christopherson Easter Monday

On Top of the Escarpment

Easter Saturday

10 April 2004

At 8.30am the group walked to the back of the Caravan Park and went down into Cedar Creek. It was dry and walking was cool and pleasant. 1 1/2 km from the start there was a marker. This led to a cave the ranger had dated as 10,000 years old. We then walked on to a small amphitheatre for morning tea. We returned to the start and then walked up a slope for 200 metres. Caves were explored before returning to the Caravan Park for lunch. After lunch it was up to the caves overlooking the Caravan Park and we had a look at aboriginal art. Then over the top of the hill and by compass to a gorge and then up to a large cave for afternoon tea. We walked back along the main track, down past Giant's Chair before finally heading back to the caravan park after a good day’s bushwalking.

12 April 2004

Ten of us started from the Caravan Park at 8.30am again on a bright clear day. We went past Big Foot turnoff and on to the picnic area. We crossed Moon Creek and made our way to Dragon Cave. Here there was a photo opportunity to remember the many shades of yellow, orange and red of the sandstone cave. We walked on to Bloodwood Cave, another multicoloured cave. Here the group split up. Rita and Betty decided to walk back along the track to the Overhang while the rest of us took the more adventurous route. We climbed up to the top of the escarpment and bush bashed our way along it. We were rewarded with glimpses of views between the trees. After innumerable "Just another 20 metres" by our leader, we descended down to the Overhang where we met up with Rita and Betty. We had lunch there in the cool of the canyon. On the way back to camp we had time to look at Dripping Rock and the Two Storey Cave. Back at camp we had time to relax and mull over the day's events. Richard Kolarski

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Kroombit Tops

Easter 8-12 April 2004

Four-wheel drive vehicles were essential to get us to the main points of interest. To make the trip worthwhile, I had arranged to meet up with friends from Biloela and the general vicinity, to provide us with 4WD support. This provided a delightful blend of characters from the club and country characters who are seasoned adventurers in their own right.

After a bit of a walk, we made our way down to a well-protected rock platform in the major watercourse. Some of the group rested here while a hardy collection swam upstream about 250 metres to waterfalls. Some scrambled about the rocks before jumping back in for the return swim. We had our final feast and social fare about the fire. We might expect to see some of our local friends again in a future outing. We extend our appreciation to those who joined the club members on this excursion for their company and their invaluable assistance. Next morning we said our good-byes and dispersed as each followed their own path home. Trevor Davern

Freycinet Peninsula

30 December 2003 to 1Jan 2004

Five of us had met up in Launceston and caught the bus to Bicheno on the east coast of Tasmania. Here we stayed a couple of days and did short walks in the surrounding areas. A must see were the Fairy Penguins on Diamond Island. We caught the bus to Coles Bay and began our three-day walk on Freycinet Peninsula over the New Year break. The first day was hot with temperatures up to 36 degrees centigrade. We had hoped to refill our water bottles at Hazard’s Beach along the way but the creek had dried up a few days previously. We hurried on to our campsite at Cook’s Beach and luckily there was a water tank with a plentiful supply of water.

Kroombit Bomber

The added generosity of local friends provided the opportunity for some of us to be taken on a tour of the Callide coal mine, and drag line in operation, before we rendezvoused with the rest of the group at Calliope. The road up to the Tops was in poorer shape than on my last visit. We established a base camp at a comfortable location, equipped with flowing creek and good fireplace. Our first port of call was the bomber crash site. This is now well signposted with details of the Liberty bomber and its passengers. Next morning we set out at a casual pace to the top of the waterfalls. A small party of us then made preparation for non-club activities to allow us to abseil to the bottom of the falls about 90metres below. To carry out all necessary safety precautions, a lot of time was spent before only two of us managed to abseil to the bottom. The bulk of the group walked and scrambled down a side access area that allowed them to get to the bottom of the falls. There they enjoyed a swim and lunch in lush surrounds.

We set our tents up but some of us had to shift as the strong breeze blew sand into the tent if the tent was in an exposed area. We spent the rest of the day exploring the rock pools and the old hut nearby. The next day was not as hot and we had a pleasant short walk just carrying daypacks to Bryant’s Beach. If yesterday had been hell walking in the heat, this was heaven. The beach was clean, with gleaming white sand with the blue water lapping gently. Some of us braved the cool waters and had a swim. There had been many people camped with us the previous night but today, New Year’s Eve we had the site practically all to ourselves. Little did they know that we were planning to celebrate with a bottle of champagne one of us had brought along. Thanks Patricia. We greeted the New Year in good spirits.

Mt Freycinet

Kroombit Rock Pools

On the way back to camp we visited the lookout on the eastern escarpment. We then returned to camp and the culinary delights to which we had come to expect. Some of these wonderful friends with us not only travel to many far-flung locations but they do it in style and want for nothing of basic creature comforts and culinary delights. The next day we made our usual relaxed start and moved off in 4WD vehicles to a drop off point into Kroombit Creek gorge.

The third day’s walk took us back partly the way we had come. About halfway back we crossed over to the eastern side of the peninsula to Wineglass Bay. There were many daytrippers here but we found a spot which was fairly secluded to have our lunch. Some of us went exploring along the coast. We marveled at the long thick sea kelp which gently rocked back and forth with the waves. A final climb up to a saddle in the Hazards Mountains and we had a great view overlooking Wineglass Bay to remind us of three glorious days of walking. Thanks to Patricia, Fran, Jenny and David for their company. Richard

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Walk Leader Notes (Part One) Introduction What does a leader do? To a newcomer a leader is the person who knows the way, who can find their way to a given destination and back out again. This is actually only part of what a leader does. In fact, in some cases the leader may not know the track but relies on someone else to find the way. Every leader has his/her own style of organizing a walk. The Club encourages members to become walk leaders. The more leaders there are, the easier it is for all leaders and the more enjoyable it is for walkers. Nobody likes being involved in large groups where some people find progress too slow and others have trouble keeping up. The more walks on the program, the more likely there will be a walk and a date suited to a particular person. The Club has notes available for potential leaders on what to do and some helpful advice in case of any problems. Also the Club has brochures, maps and notes on walks which are available to prospective leaders. Planning The Walk If you are thinking of leading a walk here are some helpful hints. Take note when on other people's walks of where they go and how the walk is managed in order to help you plan what to do, and avoid doing, on your walks. Do not be too ambitious. Start by leading walks with a small limit and no navigational problems - you can expand as your experience grows. The most popular walks on the club calendar are 10-15km with some track and some off-track. Not too easy but not too hard. It is advisable to limit numbers to less than 15 and stick to track walks for the first few walks that you lead. Decide on a location. Most people start by leading a walk identical to or very similar to one they have already been on, then branch out later. Choose a date carefully, with consideration of your own commitments and other walks programmed. Decide on a grade early, as this, plus location etc, determines likely numbers, starting times etc. Consider alternative routes to cope with any weather changes and delays which may occur. Consider the size of the party you are prepared to lead. Limits on numbers and any other restrictions (e.g. fit or experienced members only) should be publicized. Determine map(s) appropriate to your walk. If several different scales exist, decide which to take. The larger scale maps (usually 1:25 000) are usually better but you need more of them. Consider access routes. If crossing private land, you MUST seek permission beforehand, preferably by telephone or letter rather than just turning up and hoping to see the farmer. There may be no one at home, and even the friendliest farmers may have good reasons to refuse access at particular times. Work out distances and times required to intermediate checkpoints. Often you will find that your walk must be modified from your original ideas to be feasible. Having a checklist of expected progress will help to determine whether there is sufficient time to complete the walk as planned from that point. Measure or estimate the drive distance from the Brisbane GPO to the start of the walk so the petrol donation by passengers can be calculated. Consider whether you need to do a pre-outing if you have not done the walk before. The Committee will reimburse leaders for any reasonable costs involved in planning and preparing the walk. An experienced walker may be available to do the preouting with you. Freely ask for assistance on any aspect of the walk. Many new leaders would like to have an experienced walker on their first walk to help if difficulties should occur, and the Outings Secretary will help arrange this if requested. The Outings Secretary and other experienced people can help in the planning of the walk.

Above all, if in any doubt, seek advice and help from "old hands" you trust... but beware that an experienced leader may often do things that a beginner should not - seek advice, rather than blindly following examples set by others! Listing the Walk Get your walk details to the Outings Secretary early. This simplifies the building of a balanced program. The Outings Secretary may not accept a walk if it clashes with walks already programmed or an important Club function. Provide the Outings Secretary with alternative dates if possible. Attend Walk Planning days so that you have a choice of walks and dates to choose from if you are not sure of which walk to lead. Presenting the Walk At the Club Meeting prior to the walk be prepared to give a short talk. If you are unable to be there personally, pass on the notes to some one who will be there. Give a brief description of walk including information such as where to meet, time to meet and approximate finishing time. Make it clear if participants need to bring any special gear, e.g. gloves, lilos, extra water, waterproof bag if swim involved etc. Publicize any limit on numbers, if members need to nominate by a certain date and whether the walk is suitable for beginners or only for experienced members. Accepting Nominations The Outings Secretary or yourself should put out the Nomination Form at the Club Meeting. Members have an obligation to write legibly on the form. Consider when to close bookings. If you decide to close the list before the traditional 9pm Wednesday, make sure this is publicized in the walk preview. Consider how you wish to be contacted e.g. by phone or another person takes the nominations. Question anyone wishing to attend whom you do not know to see if they understand what is involved and that they are capable of completing the walk (unless your walk is other than very easy). If in doubt seek the names of leaders of any other club walks they have been on and check with them. If still in doubt, don't accept the person. Most people find this difficult to do and it should be done politely and tactfully, but it is better to reject someone than risk causing physical distress, embarrassment and possible risk to someone who is not capable of completing the walk. Try and offer alternatives to people - point to easier walks on the program. The leader of a walk has the final say on whether a person can come on a walk. Members and newcomers should be aware of this and accept it. Facilitating Transport Arrange transport by the Wednesday or Thursday evening prior to the walk. Contact the drivers that night so they can contact their passengers. Don't forget to give drivers any special instructions to pass on. Consider where to meet. Make sure all drivers are sure of the time and place of meeting. Ensure they have your telephone number in case they need to contact you regarding any problems that arise. An easy arrangement is to contact drivers who in turn contact their passengers. It is however essential that all new walkers talk to an experienced walker before the trip so they can be told about any special arrangements, equipment, and so on. You may thus choose to ring some walkers yourself or ring an experienced walker who in turn contacts an inexperienced walker. Try to minimise the amount of traveling which needs to be done by drivers. Many passengers have means of getting to the driver's place or to some other convenient point. If possible, try not to use drivers who take their cars every week. (To be continued). (These notes were initially compiled by members of the Canberra Bushwalking Club and have been modified to meet our particular requirements. Any suggestion on how these notes may be improved would be greatly appreciated. Suggestions may be given to any Committee member.)

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