Thursday 12 March, 2026

Is that an anchor in the wave???

Morning break at Bingie Point

The group deep in conversation

Bob and Helen descending onto the beach

By the rocks

Interesting fungi

Inquisitive wallaby

Photos courtesy of Karen M, Mary T and Helen.  Walk report by walk Leader Karen M.

Today’s walk was a 6.5 km easy circuit from Mullimburra Point to Bingie Point on the Dreaming Track, returning via the beaches at low tide.

This is an old favourite, and one of the most scenic sections of the Dreaming Track. It was overcast with a cooling south-easterly wind and a big ocean swell which looked spectacular crashing over Grey Rocks. We took our break in the lee of Bingie Point to get out of the wind and watch the big waves roll into Bingi beach.

The walk back on the beaches is through a series of coves separated by interesting rocky outcrops. Back up on the headland we looked down at the distinctive Castle Rock in the last cove before Mullimburra Point which had already been cut off by the incoming tide and big seas.

Lunch was after the walk on Honeymoon Beach, also out of the wind.

Saturday 7 March, 2026

One of Helen’s fungi

Lenore checking out the corkscrew

Morning tea by Brou Lake

Brou Lake foreshore

Tarourga forest tracks

Group pic at the ‘corkscrew’ tree

Tony heading along the forest track

Steve and Tony heading down one of the ‘undulations’

Photos courtesy of Steve, Lenore, Brian, Helen.  Walk report by Walk Leader Donna.

Eight hikers set out on this 12km circuit walk in the Tarourga area of Bodalla State Forest on what was a very humid and overcast day. There was a bit a grumbling about the ‘undulations’ however the Walk Leader made up for these ‘torturous’ geological formations by leading the group to morning tea on the northern shores of Brou Lake. A cool steady breeze was enjoyed and after morning tea it was time to ascend the incline back up to Tarourga Road for some good road walking.

We headed down more forest roads and tracks, passing some lovely spotted gums and dodging a black snake that beat a hasty retreat back into the bush. There was also a lot of fungi along the way which kept Helen very happy, as well as very busy!

We kept our eyes peeled for the ‘corkscrew’ spotted gum and found it conveniently placed next to our lunch spot. This tree had a twisted looking trunk the entire length. This was another opportunity for Brian to whip his tripod out and so it emerged, expertly placed for the obligatory group pic!

Once lunch was taken it was time to head back to the cars where the usual discussion regarding distances measured by various devices was had. Thankfully nobody raised any discrepancies regarding the advertised distance on the program (phew)!

Wednesday 4 March, 2026

Seal putting on a show

Stingray spotting

Little baby stingray

Cormorant drying its wings

Pelican in Narooma inlet

Another bird photo op

James, Tony, Kay and Donna

Photos courtesy of Donna and Mary.  Walk report by Donna.

Fortune favours the brave they say and group of five ignored the forecasted rain to be rewarded with a rare day at this time of the year. Not too hot, not too humid, not too windy and a mild temperature with no rain. With all the desired weather boxes ticked we were just happy with this, however the day only got better. We started from Rotary Park and headed along the inlet and over Narooma bridge to the northern breakwall.

The boardwalk is always a beautiful place to stroll along and it was time to tick off all the marine life boxes. There were many stingarys, including one massive one and one little albino looking baby. We spotted a number of good sized whiting and a very playful seal put on a real show for us.

After morning tea at the breakwall it was soon time to head back to the cars for the highly anticipated fish and chips at Dalmeny. Alas, this box couldn’t be ticked due to an unexpected closure. Luckily our Walk Leader Mary had a very suitable plan B so we all headed to the Dairy Shed at Bodalla which was a lovely way to end a very enjoyable morning. Thanks Mary!

Sunday 1 March, 2026

A great way to spend the morning

Heading past Meringo Lagoon

Tony and Bob

An inquisitive wallaby

The old farm fence

Tony, Pat and Heather enjoying morning tea

Deep in discussion at Meringo lagoon

The lovely Dreaming Track

Photos courtesy of Karen M, Steve and Donna G.  Walk report by Walk Leader Karen G.

Nine walkers set off on an easy gently-paced six kilometre walk from Congo to Meringo and back. Despite the clouds the rain held off although, after all the recent rain, it got a bit steamy as we neared the end of our walk.

The group initially traversed a well-treed section, with plenty of native grasses, before taking a small detour off the main path to take in a splendid southerly view of beaches all the way down to Bingi. Along the way, we spotted a number of swamp wallabies both close to and on the path.

We then followed a good, though partially eroded track, down to the beach, past a small brackish pond, to enter a bushland path running parallel behind Meringo Beach. Several large greys were sighted on the way,

We stopped at the Meringo Headland to enjoy morning tea overlooking the beach, where we observed a few surfers riding good waves. On the way back towards the cars, we encountered just one perceptible undulation. We were glad to finish the walk well before lunchtime as the temperature and, it seemed, the humidity, began to climb in response to the sun now making an appearance.

Thursday 26 February, 2026

Civilised creek crossing

Climbing the figtree staircase

Figtree staircase from the top

A nice smile from Karen G. for the downhill

The strategically placed picnic table

One of the beautiful granite outcrops

Tilba granite slabs

Descending the steps with Gulaga in the background

Photos courtesy of Karen M. and Steve.  Walk report by Walk Leader Karen M.

Thank you to the bushwalkers who braved a rainy forecast to join me at Central Tilba for the Bellbrook Farm Loop Walk followed by lunch.

We did get some misty rain for about 5 minutes, but otherwise it was all good. This is a lovely 3.5 km stroll around a gully behind The Dromedary Pub. The walk has recently been renamed Bungarri-yana (hill-walk) and is now part of Gulaga National Park. Starting with a steep descent down 2 flights of wooden steps which take you through a stand of Moreton Bay Figs, you come to the grassy loop track. Anticlockwise is the least steep option and enjoys wonderful views of green rolling farmlands punctuated by granite outcrops, the forested slopes of Gulaga Mountain and the dramatic small rocky peak of Najanuga.

We had a morning tea break at the strategically placed picnic table about halfway around before continuing down the hill to a bridge across the creek and up to the end of the loop. Then it was a steep climb back up the wooden flights of stairs. Some of us also took the time to climb even higher over a granite outcrop to the town reservoir perched on the highest point overlooking the walk.

Unfortunately the Dromedary Pub was fully booked by a bus tour, so we drove the 15 minutes back to Narooma and sat down to lunch at the Narooma Golf Club.

Friday 20 – Sunday 22 February, 2026

A nice and warm Shoalhaven River

It’s certainly a Big Hole!

Leader Steve

Margaret enjoying the surroundings

Ready to start the walk

Glenn trying not to get her feet wet

Morning walk through the forest

Waterfall at the end of Marble Arch

Photos courtesy of Steve, Glenn and Donna G.  Walk Report by Donna G.

For his first ever role as Walk Leader, Steve jumped right in and held a mini-camp that included Big Hole and Marble Arch on one day and Tuross Falls on the following day. He was joined by four ladies who all camped the night prior and it was soon decided over dinner that the ladies would be collectively known from there on in as ‘Steve’s Harem’. We also decided that what was lacked in quantity of numbers was made up for in quality and, as it turned out, Steve had his work cut out with four harem members!

The next morning we headed off on what was to be a hot day. It was a nice change to cross the Shoalhaven River which was quite warm and pleasant, something that was to be taken full advantage of at the end of the walk!  After a couple of kilometres we arrived at the aptly named Big Hole where a discussion on the pros and cons of abseiling was had, as well as our morning tea. We then continued on towards Marble Arch through some beautiful forest dappled in morning light.

The dreaded stairs were descended down to Marble Arch cave and whilst the water levels weren’t too high it was still slippery and precarious so care had to be taken. The harem leader dutifully looked after his flock and strategically placed down some stepping stones to aid in crossing a challenging water section. Steve, Lenore and Glenn continued along the narrow slot with Glenn doing her utmost not to get her feet wet which, unfortunately, proved to be ultimately unsuccessful!  Nevertheless all three made it to the small waterfall at the end of the slot and were rewarded with some lovely viewing aspects of the arch.

We then made our way back out of the cave where we had lunch prior to tackling the steep steps back up to the ridge above the cave. We retraced our steps back along the track and by now it was becoming quite hot and humid. The Shoalhaven River was beckoning so it was definitely a welcome sight at the end of the walk where a dip was taken by all.

Harem Leader Steve

Donna, Lenore and Glenn

Tuross falls rock pool

Glenn and Lenore rounding a granite outcrop

Tuross Falls

Glenn on the Tuross Falls Track

Lenore contemplating a swim for later

Steve in his element

The following day we packed up and made our way to Tuross Falls. We set off for the four kilometre return walk along a lovely track with granite outcrops along the way. The weather, whilst remaining warm, closed in and raincoats were quickly donned but fortunately the storm soon passed. After checking out Tuross Falls we headed back along the track to The Cascades. Steve made full use of the cascade ‘slippery slide’ having the time of his life. Lenore, not to be outdone, joined in the fun and ended up going for a dip in the rock pool as well.

Unfortunately all good things must come to an end so it was time to head back home. We returned via Belowra to Bodalla and witnessed some magnificent scenery along the drive. It was a great way to finish what was a most enjoyable weekend. Thanks Steve for holding the mini-camp. What a way to start leading walks for the Club and we look forward to many more outings with you.

Wednesday 18 February, 2026

Sun at last

Lin and Max enjoying a relaxing paddle on a calm lake

Ian, Lin and Max

Photos and paddle report by Mary.

Although a small group of paddlers, it was an enjoyable morning on Tuross Lake. It was overcast and a high tide when we launched but by mid morning as we rounded Horseshoe Island, the sun came out and it was quite hot until the wind came up as we headed back to the shore line. A gust of wind took advantage of my complacency and whipped my hat away across the water. Lin came to the rescue to retrieve it. The cool, damp hat was lovely on my hot head! Lunch at the Boat Shed afterwards, topped off the day!

Wednesday 18 February, 2026

Morning tea on the Clyde River

Margaret leading the group

Steve in the river ‘spa’

Helen and Glenn descending down to the river

Batemans Bay still amazing on a hazy day

Group pic and lunch at Holmes Lookout

Photos courtesy of Brian, Steve and Donna G.  Walk report by Walk Leader Margaret.

Eight walkers (including two visitors) set off on what was confidently described as a “pleasant leg-stretcher” down to Chinaman’s Point along the access road. Spirits were high, knees were cooperative and the weather behaved itself.

On the banks of the Clyde River we stopped for morning tea, soaking in the serene views where a couple of brave souls enjoyed a paddle in the river, proving once again that bushwalkers will treat any body of water as a spa if given half a chance!

Energised, we retraced our steps, successfully tackling our first hills of the bushwalking season and sharp eyes along the track spotted our first snake. We were rewarded with magnificent views at Holmes Lookout and enjoyed the perfect setting for a relaxed and well-earned lunch.

Sunday 15 February, 2026

Group pic

A shark egg

Heather and a lovely spotted gum

Brian leading the way

Morning tea on Myrtle Beach

Steve checking out the swell

Photos courtesy of Helen, Donna F, Brian and Steve.   Walk report by Walk Leader Brian.

Eighteen walkers gathered on this Sunday morning for the first club walk for the year.

Starting from the South Durras boat ramp, our course took us south via a little-used inland track featuring tall grasses and the characteristic towering Spotted Gums.
The group emerged at the Coast Road near Richmond Beach, then descended to our morning tea location at the south end of Myrtle Beach.

A large swell was creating a spectacular seascape and made for and interesting and wet crossing of the rock shelf which divides the beach. Swimming plans were put on hold for a more sheltered location.

Climbing the steps, we enjoyed the familiar beauty of the coastal forest as well as great views over Dark and Emily Miller beaches. It was then on to Wasp Head and back to the cars before a picnic lunch and a swim for some on Mill Beach.

This relaxed, nine kilometre stroll was an excellent “loosener” to clear away the Christmas cobwebs and gear up for some of the more demanding walks coming up in this quarter’s program.

February, 2026

Ready to launch

Lenore and Lin

Max and Ian

Photos courtesy of Steve.  Paddle report by Mary.

The paddle group met on the shores of Durras Lake for the first paddle in far too many months. Eight members set out on an overcast, humid morning for a leisurely tour of the lake. The water level, being low tide, was a challenge in a few spots but this did not deter everyone enjoying being out on the water again. We would welcome past and new participants to join us. For further information contact Mary, email: taylormb70@gmail.com who is currently coordinating paddling.