Descriptions of Coming Trips & Socials - Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club

Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club Inc

PO Box 31, Red Hill Qld 4059

www.bcbc.bwq.org.au

e-mail: briscathbushclub@yahoo.com.au

For General Enquiries, Phone Greg on Ph: (07) 3351 4092

For Specific Information About Events, Phone The Nominated Leader

COMING EVENTS

WARNING: All persons, adult or child, member or visitor, undertake all activities of the Club at their own risk.

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TRIPS still leave from St Brigid's car park at Musgrave Rd, Red Hill unless the Jilalan Article states otherwise.

WEDNESDAY 19^th JUNE

RBH TO BRISBANE RIVER

Via Breakfast Creek (which began as Ithaca Creek on Mt Coot-tha)

STROLL

This is the final Stroll in the “Source to Mouth” of this creek

Leader: Greg 3351 4092.

Meet at: RBWH Busway Station, Outbound Platform - Stop ID: 000896

Time: 4.30pm

Train: Bowen Hills Station - walk 15min / 1.2km to the Busway along O’Connell Tce

Buses: 310; 321; 330; P331; P332; 333; 334; 335; 340; P341; 346; 353; 363; 370; 375; 376; 379; 393.

Cost: Free.

Distance: 8km @ 2hr

Grade: S11.

Home: Finish at Newstead Park. Some of us will walk to the Teneriffe Ferry Terminal to catch the ferry or bus.

Bus from Newstead Park: Breakfast Creek Rd at Booroodabin, stop 11 - Stop ID: 011240 – Buses: 300; 302; 305

From Teneriffe Ferry: Teneriffe Ferry Skyring Tce - Stop ID: 005029; Buses: 393; 470

From Commercial Rd at Teneriffe Ferry, stop 16 - Stop ID: 005032 – Buses: 60; 199

Web: https://www.google.com.au/maps/@-27.4380344,153.0459938,16z

Emergency Officer: Greg 0418 122 995. Bring this number with you.

Bring a Torch

This is a follow-on of the Strolls from Mt Coot-tha to the Royal Brisbane & Woman’s Hospital.

This time we start at The Busway platform in front of the RBWH and continue along the bikeway and back streets all the way to the mouth of Breakfast Creek at The River at Newstead.

The bike track goes part way, then we have to resort to streets and bridges to stay as near the Creek as possible. It is still a pretty way to spend the end of an afternoon.

Come along to complete your Stroll from the source to the mouth of Ithaca Creek; or just do this one as a walk alone. You certainly have a lot of options to get home afterwards.

FRIDAY 21^st JUNE

THE MILL ON CONSTANCE

JOHN TOOHEY SOCIETY

Leader: Michael 0409 620 714.

Address: 111 Constance Street, Fortitude Valley.

Time: From 4pm till 9ish.

What For: A chat and a beer and a meal.

Web: http://www.themillonconstance.com/

When Karen & I were doing a pre-outing for the Alfred & Constance venue in January we visited this great little bar just down the road. It has a great selection of beers, wines, ciders and food. Whilst their taps are constantly rotating, below is their current selection to give you an idea.

· Boys II the Yard – an IPA

· Howling Gale – an Irish Pale Ale

· Cranachan Killer – a Fruit Beer

· Hawaiian Speedway – a Stout

· Prodigal – a Stout

· The Real Hr. Frederiksen – a Stout

· Apple Cider

Keep an eye on their website closer to the date. See you there.

SUNDAY 23^rd JUNE

BRISBANE SQUARE MILE (combined BCBC/BOSQ)

DAY WALK

Leader: John (BOSQ).

Meet: Corner of Boundary and Vulture Streets, West End.

Time: 9.00 am.

Grade: M23.

Water: 1 litre minimum.

This will be a combined BOSQ - BCBC walk. It will follow the original boundary of Brisbane Town, a distance of approximately 12 km. The route is the perimeter of the original Square Mile surveyed for Brisbane Town, taking in two Boundary Streets and other roads running more or less to the cardinal compass points and crossing two bridges. There are lots of historic points of interest along the way. Participants are welcome to share historic information known to them. Lunch will be at the Howard Smith Wharves Precinct; BYO lunch or buy something. Please wear comfortable shoes. It is a long way, all on pavement and, being Brisbane, many hills can be expected.

WEDNESDAY 26^th JUNE

CAVENDISH ROAD TO CAVENDIAH ROAD

VIA SALVIN’S CRESCENT AND WHITE’S HILL

STROLL

Leader: Greg 3351 4092.

SUNDAY 29^th JUNE

LINCOLN WRECK

DAY WALK

Leader: Richard 3353 2822.

Meet at: St Brigid’s Car Park, 78 Musgrave Road, Red Hill.

Time: 6.00am.

Grade: M44.

Cost: $25.00 (car pool), $2 (private).

Location: Near the summit of Mt Superbus.

Emergency Officer: Michele 3351 4092

Mt Superbus is east of Warwick and, at 1375 metres, is the highest peak in South-East Queensland. On the 9th April, 1955, an Avro Lincoln Bomber was airlifting a sick baby from Townsville to Eagle Farm when it slammed into the side of Mt Superbus in bad weather. The baby, an accompanying nurse and four RAAF personnel were killed. Wreckage was strewn over a large area.

The walk itself is not overly long, but the drive to and from the start of the walk necessitates an early start from Red Hill. The first two thirds of the walk is reasonably flat but the last third is very steep and muddy. The track is lined with stinging nettles so long pants and sleeves are a must. As we get closer to the wreck, we will pass some engine cowling and an engine just before the start of the steep climb. Come and join me for an interesting walk.

FRIDAY 3^rd JULY

COFFEE CLUB MILTON

JOHN TOOHEY SOCIETY

Leader: Graham 3371 9623.

Meet at: Coffee Club Milton, Shop 9, 11/32 Park Road, Milton.

Time: Time: 6.00 pm for dinner or 7.30pm for coffee.

Cost: Your choice.

Web: https://www.coffeeclub.com.au/

As I’m away this month, my trusty sidekick is looking after the Coffee Night for me. We are heading back to Milton, a little closer to the city. We have been here before and always find the venue to be more than suitable. I’m sure it will be the same again this year. Join Graham for either a meal and a chat of just a coffee and a chat.

SATURDAY 6^th JULY

MT GREVILLE

DAY WALK

Leader: Michele 3353 2822.

Meet at: St Brigid’s Car Park, 78 Musgrave Road, Red Hill.

Time: 7.00am.

Grade: M55.

Cost: $20.00 (car pool), $2 (private).

Emergency Officer: Richard 0409 871 641.

Web: https://weareexplorers.co/choose-own-adventure-summiting- mt-greville-qld/

Mt. Greville is part of the Moogerah Peaks National Park and is about 770 metres high. There are three main routes: Palm Gorge, Southeast Ridge and Water Fall Gorge. Our walk will begin at the carpark on Mt. Greville Road. We will ascend in Palm Gorge and return down Southeast Ridge.

The track itself is littered with palm fronds, exposed roots and loose rocks; however, the rewards are worth it with the sheer cliffs and beautiful palm trees. We will stop for a break at the top of the gorge where we can enjoy views to Spicers Peak, Moogerah Dam and Mt Moon. It will then be a short walk to the summit for lunch.

The return will involve retracing our steps past where we came up from Palm Gorge and down to a rocky patch with a cairn. We will follow an open forested ridge with rocky outcrops. The track is mostly easy to follow with some steep sections. It is expected that we will finish walking about 2.30pm. Come and join us in a rarely visited area.

WEDNESDAY 10^th JULY

KEDRON BROOK #2

BROOKSIDE TO STAFFORD

STROLL

Leader: Greg 3351 4092.

SATURDAY 13^th JULY

MT MAROON

DAY WALK

Leader: Phil 5522 9702.

Meet at: St Brigid’s Car Park, 78 Musgrave Road, Red Hill or Beaudesert McDonalds.

Time: 7.30am or 8.40am.

Grade: M34.

Cost: $20.00 (car pool), $2 (private).

Emergency Officer: Sue 5522 9702.

This is a six- kilometre walk over approximately four hours and involves an ascent of 500 metres. It is a lovely mountain walk, especially in mid-winter. It is mainly through eucalyptus woodland with a light covering of shrubs. On the summit plateau there is montane heath with many wildflowers. We will ascend the usual route via the north east ridge. We then sidle across into the gully and there is a bit of a rock scramble at the top of it. We then reach the summit glen where there was formerly a camp site. From there we continue south over rock slabs to the south summit (height 966 m / 3,169 ft). We will visit the northern peak if time permits.

The views from the top are worth the effort. Usually, Mt Lindsay, Mt Ernest and Mt Barney and the Main Range can be seen. It will be interesting to note if Mt Warning can be seen. It might be a bit cool so bring a beanie and jacket. There should be some wildflowers out, especially the scarlet pea (Bossiaea rupicola) plus several yellow pea flowers. Hopefully, the day will be bright and sunny. Be sure to bring the usual requirements of food, two litres of water and rain protection.

Mount Maroon was originally known as Wahlmoorum which is Yuggera language and means sand goanna. It was abbreviated to Maroon. (Steele, J. G., 1984, Aboriginal Pathways in Southeast Queensland and the Richmond River, University of Queensland Press.)

Those who watch the calendar assiduously will notice the leader has been changed as Jonas had another commitment come up.

MONDAY 15^th JULY

MONTHLY MEETING

Contact: Russ 3374 3534

Time: 7.30pm – Doors open & meeting starts soon after.

Where: St Michael’s Parish Hall, 250 Banks St, Dorrington (in the lower carpark behind the church. Drive down the ramp at the left.)

Web: http://www.bcbc.bwq.org.au/page4.html

Come along to hear about what has been really happening at recent club events, as well as our coming events and past walks.

Ask questions of our leaders about their coming events, so that you can make up your mind as to whether to come on the walk.

Nominate for a walk or to lead an outing.

WARNING: All persons, adult or child, member or visitor, undertakes all activities of the Club at their own risk.

KEY – Walk Types

DW	Day Walk	BC	Base Camp
ON	Over Nighter	S&T	Safety & Training
TW	Through Walk	SOC/SW	Social/Social Walk
TRN	Training	SP	Spiritual Event
FMR	Federation Mountain Rescue	Q	Qualifying Walk

KEY – Walk Gradings

Distance	Terrain	Fitness/Endurance
Short Under 10km / day	1 - Smooth reasonably flat path	1 - Basic - Suitable for beginners. Up to 4 hours walking. Flat
	2 - Graded path/track with minor obstacles	2 - Basic - Suitable for beginners. Up to 4 hours walking. Minor Hills
Medium 10-15km / day	3 - Graded track with obstacles such as rock, roots, fallen debris or creek crossings	3 - Intermediate - Suitable for fit beginners. Up to 5 hours walking and/or minor hills
	4 - Rough unformed track or open terrain with obstacles such as rock, roots, fallen debris or creek crossings	4 - Intermediate - Suitable for fit beginners. Up to 5 hours walking and/or up to 300m gain/loss
Long 15-20 km per day	5 - Rough or rocky terrain with small climbs using hands or rock hopping	5 - Moderate - Up to 6 hours walking and/ or up to 450m gain/loss. Agility required
	6 - Steep, rough or rocky terrain with large climbs using hands or rock hopping	6 - Moderate - Up to 6 hours walking and/or up to 600m gain/loss. Agility required
Extra Long Over 20 km per day	7 - Climb/descend steep rock using hands or footholds. May be some exposure. Good upper body strength	7 - High - Up to 8 hours walking and/or up to 750m gain/loss. High fitness. Endurance and agility required
	8 - Climb/descend near vertical rock with exposure. Climbing skills may be required	8 - High - Up to 8 hours walking and/or up to 1000m gain/loss. High fitness. Endurance and agility required
	9 - Sustained climbing or descending of vertical or near vertical rock with exposure. Advanced climbing skills required. Good upper body strength	9 - Challenging - Up to 12 hours walking and/or over 1000m gain/loss. Very high fitness. Endurance and agility required

Example: M48 is a medium walk 10 to 15kms long, over unformed rough ground with obstacles, in which the trip is hard or strenuous for fit walkers requiring agility and endurance

Please Read The Important Notice Below

RELEASE, WAIVER & INDEMNIFICATION

Any Temporary Member (Visitor) who attends an activity of this Club should be aware that any participation in this activity may expose them to hazards and risks that could lead to injury, illness or death or to loss of or damage to their property. In particular when participating in abseiling or above the snowline activities they should be aware that these activities expose them to additional hazards and risks.

To minimise risks they will endeavour to ensure that

1. Each activity is within their capabilities

2. They am carrying food, water and equipment appropriate for the activity

3. They will advise the activity leader if they are taking any medication or have any physical or other limitation that might affect their participation in the activity

4. They will make every effort to remain with the rest of the party during the activity

5. They will advise the leader of any concerns they am having, and

6. They will comply with all reasonable instructions of club officers and the activity leader.

They must read and understand these requirements. They must have considered the risks before choosing to sign an acknowledgement of risk. They still wish to join this activity. They accept that in signing an acknowledgement of risk form they will take responsibility for their own actions and also acknowledge that they have been granted temporary membership of the Brisbane Catholic Bushwalking Club for the duration of the event only.

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