Bushwalkers of Southern Queensland
inc. (BOSQ)
GPO Box 1274 Brisbane
Qld 4001 Ph. 0411 307 171
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Walks Programme |
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Walk Gradings |
Distance |
Terrain |
Fitness |
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S - Up to 10 km |
1 to 3 - Graded track or open terrain. No scrub |
1 to 3 - Easy, suitable for beginners |
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M - Up to 15 km |
4 to 7 - Bush.
Minor scrub,
rainforest,rock,creek,rock-hopping, scrambling. |
4 to 7 - Medium, reasonable fitness required. |
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L - Up to 20 km |
8 to 9 - Bush.
As above + thick scrub, major rocks,
scrambling using hands, technical. |
8 to 9 - Hard, strenuous.
Fit walkers only. |
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X - Over 20 km |
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Activity Type |
Daywalk DW Basecamp
BC Throughwalk TW
Social SOC Rogaine
ROG
Safety & Training S&T
Federation FED
Federation Mountain Rescue FMR |
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Walk Leaders |
WALK LEADERS are
reminded to return Walk Nomination Forms to the Outings Sec. after
walks.
Please ensure the Walk Description
section is completed to assist leaders of future walks to the area.
Forms may be mailed to:
Outings Sec.
BOSQ Inc
GPO BOX 1274
Brisbane 4001 |
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Bushwalkers of Southern Queensland inc. (BOSQ) Walks Programme
SOC Club Dinner Tuesday 20 July 2010
Venue: Bunratty Brasserie -The Irish Club,
Qld Irish Association 175
Elizabeth Street (Ground Level) Opposite Hilton Hotel Brisbane
Time: Meet inside 6.45pm
Contact: Chris Trehearn by Sunday 13th
Car parking close by in Myer Centre Car Park
(discount for Irish Club Patrons) or by public transport.
A popular choice when the last BOSQ dinner was held there several years ago, the
Irish Club has been renovated in 2008.
Long been regarded as Brisbane’s authentic home of Irish hospitality, the club
offers an a la carte menu with traditional Irish meals along with modern
Australian cuisine.
Main meals priced under $20.00 as well as nightly specials.
Guinness and a large selection of quality tap beers and wines available.
Great atmosphere, delicious food and good prices!!
DW Sat 24 July Lizard Point
Grade M 6 7
Leader: Jonas Bernotas
(Keeper of the Bunyip)
Meet: Goodna
6.30am
Petrol $20-00, Water
2L.
Please note early
morning meeting -6.30am.
Lizard Point offers
Magnificient view overlooking the scenic rim. We will leave the vehicles at
Teviot Gap. The walk will take us en-route through rainforest and off track to
our rocky platform & views & Lunch. A great winter walk so bring something warm
Limit of 12 participants apply for this walk.
DW Sun 1 August Dave's Hut and beyond Leader: Di Edwards
Grade M 3 4
Water 2 litres
Meet Lake Manchester
Picnic area 8:30 am.
Road directions on
nomination and if car sharing is required will be arranged by leader on
Friday/Sat.
Lake Manchester is a
short distance north of Ipswich and we will explore the western side of the lake
which is very full at the present.
The walk is on bush tracks, dirt roads, and a short section off track.
There will be some
steep uphill sections but these are quite short and we can take our time.
This walk is suitable for fit beginners who are prepared to try walking
that isn't on graded tracks.
A chance to enjoy
walking in the cooler winter weather and not a long drive away.
LEADER: HEATHER BUCHANAN
MEET: OPPOSITE , GOODNA, AT 6.45AM
WATER: 2L
MAPS: MT SUPERBUS 1:25 000 & WILSONS PEAK 1:25 000
PETROL: $20 APPROX
We will be doing a circuit walk, ascending via the long steep northern ridge,
then descending along the western ridge.
A short car shuttle will be required.
There is a short scramble through a cliff break to reach the summit. Expect
steep terrain with long grass and loose rocks in places, with a vague footpad
for some of the way.
DW Wed 11 August (Show
Day) Mt Goolman
Leader Di Edwards
Grade M 4 3
Water 2 litres
Brisbane has an extra day off mid-week, so come and join me for a day in the
fresh air exploring Mt Goolman which is just north of Flinders Peak on the way
to Boonah. The walk starts in the
spacious Hardings Paddock picnic area and follws a signed track route with some
off-track walking on the final climb to the peak.
Gaiters and gloves may be helpful for the final part.
Folk not wanting to do the final climb colud walk the marked tracks with us and
return to the picnic area from Goolman lookout (this walk would be a grade S 3
2).
Only a short drive from Brisbane for this walk.
Meet at Jonas' place (77 Church St Goodna) at 7:
45 am for car pooling, or 8:30 am at Hardings
Paddock.
**Change of Date**
TW Fri 13-15 August
Moreton Island
Grade M
3 5
Leader: Margaret Keys
Ferry: $50 return Camping $10 (for 2
nights) Car parking: $30 per vehicle
(3 days)
We will walk out along the track to Rous Battery (13 km) where we will camp two
nights at a spot with beautiful ocean views. Bring enough water for the day.
There is good water available at the camp spot from a spear pump (boil or
sterilize to be safe). On Saturday we can do a day walk south along the beach
and across Little Sandhills to see the township of Kooringal.
On Sunday we will walk back crossing the desert near Tangalooma resort (time for
an icecream or cold drink) to catch the return ferry at 4:30 pm.
Mostly easy walking with some soft sand walking for first 2 or 3 km.
Suitable for fit walkers able to carry a through walk pack.
**Please note change of date.**
**Advanced Notice**20-22
August 2010 Pilgrimage 2010 Crows Nest.
It will be held at Crows Nest Showgrounds on 20-22 August 2010, organised this
year by Toowoomba Bushwalkers.
www.bushwalkingqueensland.org.au/pilgrimage.html
The Pilgrimage is an annual bushwalking and social event attracting members of
affiliated clubs from throughout SEQ.
It is usually held at a campground venue and on the Saturday you can join one of
many daywalks through the surrounding areas. A Bush Dance and other social
activities are organised throughout the weekend and it is an ideal time to meet
and renew friendships with fellow bushwalkers. The activity is run on a
non-profit basis.
PLEASE ASSIST LEADERS BY NOMINATING FOR WALKS
BY THE TUESDAY PRIOR TO THE WALK *
DW –
Daywalk
BC –
Basecamp
TW – Throughwalk SOC – Social
S&T – Safety & Training
GTW – Graded Track Walk
ACC – Accommodated weekend
OS – Outings sec. to confirm leader
New or Potential Members and Guests
are asked to come along to our monthly meeting and say Hi.
You can then discuss the walk with the Leader and nominate for your preferred
walk, or social event.
Existing Members:-
If you are interested in nominating to come along to a walk or social event
please contact the relevant Leader, preferably by the Tuesday night prior to the
walk or social.
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