¿por qué no los dos? Overnight hike AND Navigation adventure

Hello UNSWOCers,

The brilliant Sammy, Mira, Stephen… and also myself will be leading a hiking trip along Causeway Creek in the Jamison Valley for those UNSWOCers who are keen for a well earned study break. There will be plenty of off track walking, and a chance to learn and practice your navigation (OMG yay!) in preparation for the upcoming Rogaine (8th May be there). This will be an INTERMEDIATE walk (But all are welcome! Just message Brendan and ask!) a good level of fitness is required (We’ll be at a relaxed pace but off track) and please pack accordingly for an overnight hike with off track creek walking (If you’re keen please message Brendan and see if you’d like to come)

Trip intentions: Causeway creek is located in the Jamison Valley and will provide stunning scenery and interesting features. Be prepared to love/hate Furber Steps as we descend into the valley, explore the creek off track and then cut back to the Ruined Castle Gully setting camp along the way. Best of all, everyone will get a chance to practice Nav Yahoo!

When? Departing Saturday morning early, staying overnight in the Jamison Valley and then returning Sunday afternoon/evening. Please comment below re car pooling/cars.

Packing List:
(less is more, lighter is better. — Please ensure you have organized all the gear necessary below. Gear Cupboard is available on Thursday from 4-5pm at Sam Cracknell Pavilion for a small deposit bring $$moneyz$$)

– Appropriate footwear (n socks) – joggers/ trail runners (please don’t wear boots – in the creek they’ll become portable puddles)
– Overnight pack (40-50L is perfect)
– Navigation gear – Toppo map (JAMISON/ KATOOMBA), Compass, pencil (essential if you want to practice)
– Appropriate hiking clothing (Think long sleeves, quick drying appropriate to being wet creek walking if needed)
– Warm and dry layers (Jumper, fleece, beanie and dry clothes to sleep in)
– Rain Coat
– Sleeping bag & Matt (if you don’t have these can be borrowed from the club’s Thursday Gear Shed)
– Tent/shelter (if you don’t have these can be borrowed from the club’s Thursday Gear Shed – the lighter the better)
– DRY BAG – you need to keep all your precious gear warm and dry.(can be borrowed from the club’s Thursday Gear Shed)

– FOOD! (Bring your own snacks, breaky coffee/tea etc and lunch but pooling dinners might be a good idea to reduce weight – see the group chat)
– Cooking equipment (lightweight stove if you have, light bowl/cup and a spork)

As always, please be COVID safe. Don’t attend if you’re unwell. Let the leaders know if you have any concerns.

Comment away in the sign ups below!