Three days notice must be given to the Leader if you want to participate in any of the events.

Club cycling events are held on many days each week. See the Cycling Page for further details. See the Qigong Page for details of regular Qigong sessions in Byron Bay and Ballina.

Saturday August 1 Mt Barney SE and S Ridges

First light 6.05, sunrise 6.30, sunset 5.19, last light 5.43. Moon 95% full.

Meet at Yellowpinch Carpark, Mt Barney 4.45 am & start the walk in to SE Ridge at 5.00 am. Ascend SE Ridge to East Peak grade 5, estimated time 5 hours (with plenty of breaks). Elevation gain 1000m. Descend via Rum Jungle & S Ridge grade 4, returning to Yellowpinch 4 hours after starting our descent.

Please note this walk will only proceed in good conditions, namely clear blue skies or near to. It will not proceed in rain or if the peak is covered in cloud. Please also note that the ascent & descent times are estimates only as it depends on the ability of the group and how long we take to enjoy various rock scrambling areas (no ropes needed). Limit 6 capable members only.

Some people may prefer to camp overnight at Mt Barney Lodge (Nb. The Mt Maroon – Paddy’s Peak group will be staying 2 nights here 31/7 & 1/8) or Bigriggen campground before driving to Yellowpinch while others may prefer to only meet at Yellowpinch. For more information please see ‘Bushwalking in South-East Queensland.’

Leader Karl S 0417 549 791

Sunday August 2 Broken Head to Whites Beach Walk

It is a 7 km circuit, initially walking along the road with morning tea either at Snapper Rock or Whites Beach. The return hike is via the coast with lots of rock hopping. Lunch will be either somewhere on the way back or back at the park, depending on the time. Grade 3/4 (mostly not on track) with just the one climb up from Whites Beach. Meeting near the toilet block at the end of Broken Head Reserve Rd at 8:30 (park outside the park and walk to the toilet block). Group size limit 15.

Leader Ruth D 0427 846372

Saturday August 8 Mt Barney Logans Ridge

Logans Ridge is a challenging ridge of Mt Barney that is suitable only for fit experienced rock scramblers and bushwalkers to get over rocks and up chimneys and has several sections with exposure and culminates on the East Peak. We will then descend the SE Ridge. It is a long hard day with 1000m elevation gain/loss and so an early start will be required. Meet 6am at the junction for Barney Lodge and Yellow Pinch. I will travel up on Friday and stay at Bigriggen Campground and have a beer and dinner in the Rathdowney Pub for those that wish to do likewise. Grade 6. Group size limit 6 members.

Leader Gary White 0421359024 or gazdwhite@hotmail.com

Saturday August 8 Boggy Creek and Peates Mountain

Boggy Creek Track and Peates Mountain Circuit, Whian Whian SCA. Approximately 11km return and 5 to 6 hours. Start and finish at Minyon Falls carpark. Grade 2/3. Group size limit 15. Meet 8.30am at Minyon Falls picnic area.

https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/visit-a-park/parks/whian-whian-state-conservation-area

This is a good introduction to the loveliest area in the shire and to real bushwalking. Perfect for those who want to get back into the joys of walking in the bush and learning a little about the history of the area AND have a chance to see some wonderful birds eg Paradise Rifle bird.

All walkers will be quizzed on what a trig point is - so get ready

Bring: Snack, lunch, first-aid kit and emergency contact information, plus afternoon tea to share after the walk.

Leaders call (not text) Mark 0457788300 or Karen 0400247599

Saturday 8 August - Kayak - Simpsons Creek, Brunswick Heads

The paddle begins at Mona Lane and it's a short paddle on the Brunswick River to the Simpsons Creek entrance. This is a relaxing and beautiful paddle that follows the creek as it makes its way south from Brunswick Heads through the Tyagarah Nature Reserve. We will have the benefit of incoming then outgoing tides to assist us as we glide along. Please bring morning tea & lunch as we will have stops along the way.

Don’t have a kayak? No worries. You can hire a single kayak for half day for $50 ($55 for double) from Brunswick Buccaneers (contact details: 0414 300 012, www.brunswick-kayks.com/services.html)

Distance from 10km to 17km - Leader Required

Sunday August 9 Tuntable Falls FULLY BOOKED

A pleasant walk down through rainforest along the Nightcap track from Mt Nardi to a T intersection where we turn right. A short distance on we again turn right and follow an old track to the creek - will involve some bush bashing following an overgrown track to the top of the falls, returning the same way. A pretty walk of about 12 -14 km. Grade 3. Group size limit 12. Contact Heike K. 0438 218 201 or email heikekerber@yahoo.com.au

Sunday August 16 North Chowan Trail, Mt Jerusalem NP

This walk follows the North Chowan Fire Trail from Smith’s Creek Rd towards the peak of Mt Chowan. Grade 3.

https://byrontrails.com/mt-chowan-northerly-ascent/

Leader Linda B lkbrannian@gmail.com

Saturday 22 August - Kayak - Marshalls Creek

Starting at Mona Lane we head across the Brunswick River and into Marshalls Creek. Paddling upstream we have our first stop at the Yum Yum Tree Cafe for a nice hot cup of coffee. From here we head upstream to Billinudgel under the M1 and old railway bridge. We will stop for lunch along the way before heading back with the tide. Distance 18km - Medium. Leader - Graeme M on 0410 667 090 or email graeme7090@gmail.com

Saturday 22 August 6.30pm to 10.00pm VARIETY NIGHT at Moller Pavilion, Bangalow Showgrounds. CANCELLED

Featuring your resident club band, Gone Bush

There will be something for everyone:

• Dancing

• Sing Along - for everyone to join in

• Trivia Quiz

• Open mic segment - please book your slot with the Social Secretary before 22 July

Bring a plate of finger food to share with your table.

Access to Moller Pavillon is via Market Street. We hope to see you there.

Please register by 8 August with the Social Secretary social.nrbc@gmail.com

August 28 to September 1, Girraween NP Camp FULLY BOOKED

Limit 16 (two groups of 8), members have the flexibility of staying for only some of the days. Walks will be mostly off track including rock scrambling, negotiating large boulder outcrops and steep sections of rock. Shoes or boots with good grip are mandatory. It may be necessary to use a short rope or tape to negotiate exposed sections at some locations.

There are many places to visit however most likely some of the destinations will be Arrow Rock, Wallangarra Ridge, Valley of the Winds, Slip Rock, Pyramids, Mt Norman, Mallee Ridge, Billy Goat Hill. It will be cool on the Granite Belt so take warm gear. Please book your own campsite at Castle Rock https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/girraween/camping/castle-rock-tent

Organiser Peter W please call 0429 950352

Monday August 31 to Saturday September 5 South West Rocks– Group size limited to 20 FULLY BOOKED

Monday 31^st August – South West Rocks – STAY 5 nights

Drive to South West Rocks – 344km from Byron

STAY Ingenia Holidays, Gordon Young Drive, South West Rocks Tel 02 6566 6264. There are options for camping / vans and accommodation in villas.

WALKS are mainly Grade 2/3. This will be the first time I do these walks – so any assistance with leading is welcome. There should be spare time for swimming, whale watching, bird-watching etc.

National Park entry fees apply $8 per vehicle - at some locations.

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