10/8/2016 – 16/8/2016 Dead Horse Gap to Mount Kosciuszko return, Rams Heads and Horse Flat area
Kosciuszko National Park
Ngarigo country
Distance: 75km Total Ascent: 4770m Total Descent: 4770m
Time: 42 hours Track Info
Participants: Damien Aggio (Leader), George Copeland (3 days), Stephen Davies (Report, Photos), Michael Mieczkowski (4 days)
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11/9/2016 – 16/9/2016 Day trips out of Southern Alps Lodge, Charlotte Pass
Kosciuszko National Park, NSW
Ngarigo country
Distance: 71km Total Ascent: 4100m Total Descent: 4100m Time: 28 hours Track Info
Participants: Angela Barton, Margaret Bat, Jopie Bodegraven, Derrick Brown, George Copeland (12/9-16/9), Helen Cromb, Karen Darby, Stephen Davies (Report, Photos), Trish Elmore, Bill Filson, Jaclyn Fletcher, Bill Fordyce, Geoff Kelly, Tim Hager, John Hardy, Neil Hichson, Gina Hopkins, Bob Horder, Ian & Caroline Houghton, Kathy Husselbee, Tracey Johnson, Sheila McDowall, Merilynl Metzenthen, Bill Metzenthen, Tony Murphy, Gordon Newell, Maggie Pavlou, Colin Ridley (Leader), Marianne Watt, Robert Webber, David Whittle, Peter Whittle, Graeme Wood, Rhonda Wood
SNAKEBITE FIRSTAID 1906 STYLE
My grandmother was bitten by a snake on 2/1/1906. It almost claimed her life.
The scar on her heel from the first aid treatment remained throughout her life, as did an enormous respect for snakes. This respect continues to this day through me, as I remember frequent reminders to watch out for snakes if I were venturing outside on the farm my grandparents ran.
The original letter written by her mother describing the incident
A transcript of the letter highlighting symptoms of envenomation and shock
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From The Castle to Pigeon House Mountain
Morton National Park, NSW
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Looking south from near South Ramshead just after sunset on 6th September 2016
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Looking west from near South Ramshead just after sunset on 5th September 2016
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Looking west from near South Ramshead just after sunset on 4th September 2016
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16/10/2016 Wog Wog – Corang Peak
Moreton National Park, NSW
Distance: 20.5km Ascent: 601m Descent: 601m Moving Time: 5 hours 5 minutes
Participants: Carole Alcock, Stephen Davies (Photos), Sue Davies (Report), Brian Dooley, Alan Hickey, Kay Rogers, Werner Stayer
South Coast Bushwalking Club 20th anniversary walk
A large contingent of SCBWC members camped the night before the walk at Wog Wog camp ground, enjoying perfect conditions on a clear still night.
26/5/2016 – 5/6/2016 Tra Mare e Monti
Calenzana – Cargese, CORSICA
Distance: 176.6km Total Ascent: 9100m Total Descent: 9425m Moving Time: 48 hours
Participants: Stephen Davies (Photos), Sue Davies (Report, Photos)
“The longest-standing and easily the most wonderful long-distance route in Corsica, the Mare e Monti holds true to its name and provides a roller coaster of treats ranging from breathtaking coastline with blue sea and beaches to some awe-inspiring mountainous landscapes” Gillian Price (Walking in Corsica – Long Distance and Short Walks, Cicerone Guides, 2013)
It was an adventure even getting to the start of this walk that involved several days of travel. We flew to Ajaccio, the capital city of Corsica. The following day we caught the train to Calvi, changing at Ponte Leccia. The trip duration was nearly five hours but was very scenic, firstly through the mountainous interior and then to the picturesque coast. Calvi is a gem with it’s commanding citadel and turquoise sandy beaches.
After planning to catch the school bus to the start of the walk at Calenzana, we purchased our tickets ahead of time and waited at the bus stop. No bus. I returned to the store where we purchased the tickets and they sheepishly informed me they neglected to advise the bus company to pick us up! They refunded our money but we had missed the only bus that day and our only option was to catch a taxi (35 euros).
The taxi driver dropped us in the main square at Calenzana so we still needed to find our accommodation. We stayed at a lovely bed and breakfast, A l’Ombre du Clocher. The home made jams with fresh bread for breakfast were amazing.
2/04/2016 – 6/04/2016 Long Gully – The Castle – Mount Cole circuit
Morton National Park, NSW
Yuin country
Distance: 44km Total Ascent: 1955 Total Descent: 1955m Time: 23 hours
Participants: Mandy Creighton (Saturday & Sunday), Stephen Davies (Photos), Sue Davies (Report), Dave Whitelaw (Saturday & Sunday)
Steve and I started at Long Gully campground on Friday afternoon, enjoying the warm afternoon sun with a goanna for company.
Mandy and Dave joined us a bit later, sharing in the ritual of burning Sue’s expired business papers throughout the evening and sampling delicious bakery treats from the Heritage Bakery in Milton. Continue reading
Friday 5/02/2016 Wanaka Mount Aspiring Road – Roys Peak summit return
Wanaka, NEW ZEALAND
Participants: Stephen Davies (Photos), Sue Davies (Report)
As we were due to head out on a multi day walk (rated as “hard”) the next day we wanted a day walk that would stretch our legs without wearing them out. We had underestimated Roy’s Peak.