[FULL] SATURDAY BL – Intermediate – Bungonia Caving

Hey folks,

Missed out on Bungonia Palooza? Or just want to come crawl around in the dirt? Cindy and I (Gabe) along with Zee and Peta will be running a caving trip through Blowfly at Bungonia on the Saturday of Boree Log.

Blowfly is a super fun little cave with an abseil entry, some interesting squeezes and climbs, and highlights such as the dragons teeth and the kidney squeeze. We will jumar (ascend ropes) to the exit but don’t worry if you haven’t ascended before as we are happy to teach you!

We will drive to Bungonia from Bendeela campground (about 1.5hrs) in the morning and spend about 5 hours underground so make sure you bring plenty of food to keep you going!

*You need to be approved for the main Boree Log event to attend these trips. Please sign
up for only ONE trip per day. If you get rejected you can then sign up for another trip, this just makes it easier for volunteer trip leaders. Please be aware that as the weather is unpredictable, trip leaders may need to alter trips accordingly*

WHAT TO BRING:

• Emergency Blanket
• Headtorch
• Spare batteries (compatible with your headtorch)
• Back up light – this can be another headtorch or a flashlight
• Spare thermals
• Clothes that can get a bit dusty – We will organise coveralls for everyone to wear over your clothes but don’t wear anything too precious
• Shoes with good grip
• Helmet*
• Harness*
• Descender/ Figure 8*
• 2x Safety Sling*
• 2x Locking Carabiners*
• Small backpack
• Crush-proof lunch, snacks and water (2L)
• Any medication/medical devices you need

*BYO if you have one or can be borrowed from the club on the weekend

If you’re keen to come along, sign up and leave a comment telling us any caving experience you have (okay if none!), any abseiling experience and your favourite flavour of stock. If you’ve got any questions feel free to send me a message! Please also comment if you have done an early vote for the Referendum (only applicable to Australian Citizens)

Cheers,
Gabe