Beginners Canyoning

Beginners Canyoning!  Stefan and I are leading a canyoning trip in the Blue Mountains next Sunday. We are heading up to Newnes to do one of the Pipeline/Firefly/Starlight canyons so come join us (these are semi-dry). Currently the plan is to head up Saturday and stay at the Newnes campground, which is an amazing spot, so we can get an early start on Sunday.
There are 6 spots open to beginners for this trip but it is highly recommend you have some rope skills (climbing/belaying, abseiling) and a decent level of fitness.

Gear you will need.

• Harness
• Helmet
• Belay Plate/Descender
• 2 x Carabiners
• Safety Sling
• (The above can be borrowed from Gears)
• Wetsuit (also can be borrowed from the club, alternatively ask around if anyone is willing to lend you theirs)
• Head Torch
• Woollen or Synthetic Socks (spare pair is good too, no cotton!)
• Thermals (bottoms really are a must, there might be some wades)
• Canyon worthy shoes (Volleys are a club favourite)
• A backpack that can get wet or submerged in water
• A dry bag if you have one (these can usually be shared)
• Food (lunch) & Water for the day (snacks as well, also any extra that you feel you can carry)
• Petrol money for those lovely people that get us there and back
• Some spare clothes to leave in the car

If you are camping with us you’ll also need to organise your own gear as well. Including a tent, sleeping bag/mat/pillow, breakfast, water and anything else you might want to bring.

If you have any questions or can offer transport and would like to come along please feel free to contact Stefan or I 🙂

Cheers!
Alex