UBMBC | Activities Program

Sun - 22-Nov-2026 5 - Day Walk: Mugii Murum-ban SCA: The Airly Frustum and Airly Turret Slot
Find out for yourself why this unique area must be better protected for future generations. Park cars at Airly Gap, then climb south east, inspecting historic graffiti and Aboriginal art sites along the way. Negotiate a series of pagodas and slots, including Genowlan Pinch, to arrive at the spectacular Airly Frustum. Continue climbing to the point above Airly Turret Slot and the stunning view. Next, visit Mine in the Sky with its historic infrastructure. From here, proceed to explore the bottom of Airly Turret Slot. Reconnect with the vehicles. About 7 km. Scrambling and exposure
Map: Glen Alice
Sun - 08-Nov-2026 Meeting: UBMBC Annual General Meeting
The 2026 AGM will be held from 11:00am to 1:00pm in the Charles Darwin Room at the Gardners Inn Hotel, opposite the railway station on the highway at Blackheath. All members are welcome.
Sat - 24-Oct-2026 4 - Day Walk: Megalong Ledges
A classic walk along the ledges from Medlow Bath coming out at Pulpit Hill Road Katoomba. All off track, approximate distance 8 kilometres with 250 metres ascent/descent over the day. Involves a small creek crossing and some minor scrubby areas. A car shuffle is involved.
Map: Katoomba
Sat - 17-Oct-2026 4 - Rogaine: Spring Challenge
There's absolutely no information on this rogaine event available at the moment aside from the date. Please feel free to keep an eye on details at https://nswrogaining.org/coming-events/. Feel free to email me to connect with a group of compatible rogainers.
Map: Not Specified
Sat - 10-Oct-2026 5 - Canyon: Barrington Tops Canyoning Traverse Full
Continuing the adventure line from South to North this will be a 10 day canyoning and bushwalking trip in the Barrington Tops. We will start at Lagoon Pinch and spend a few days near Selby Alley Hut. We will explore the Williams River (below the Falls which are presently closed), permit obtained for this bit. We will then head north to Careys Peak and over to Polblue Canyon (permit obtained). Then walk and canyon around Dilgry Creek and Manning Gorge in the adjoining Barrington Tops State Forest. The trip will conclude at Carters Trail Road. The trip is scheduled to last for 10 days but I have asked participants to set aside a few more days in case we get bad weather.
Map: Not Specified
Sat - 10-Oct-2026 2 - Day Walk: Grand Cooee Chorus
Bushies have been asked to take part in the GRAND COOEE CHORUS. It’s being organised by Wyn Jones to celebrate people,country and connection. He’s requested we cooee from the Bushwalkers Lookout - Perry’s.GRAND COOE CHORUS – Celebrating People, Country and Connection October 10th, 11:00am at Govetts Leap https://maps.app.goo.gl/hQt9Cj6o9MrdpJfC7 Parking within 50 metres of the Lookout.PROGRAM:11:00AM GATHER AT GOVETTS LEAP FOR BRIEFINGWELCOME TO COUNTRY AND SMOKING CEREMONYTrish Doyle “Connecting People, Nature and World Heritage”Crown Training for the Cooee12:00 NOON – GOVETTS LEAP GRAND COOE CHORUS12:15 SYNCHRONISED GRAND COOE CHORUS over the Grose Valley from all 15 locationsTime to be advised: DHARUG CHOIR singing in LanguageINTERLUDE: During this time the Cooee teams will return to Govetts Leap — as this takes travel time from the Bells Line of Road, we ask your indulgence to allow these wonderful people to arrive and be received by the host at Govetts Leap.3:00–4:30PM AFTERNOON TEA AT GOVETTS LEAP
Map: Not Specified
Fri - 09-Oct-2026 2 - Day Walk: Wentworth Falls - Darwins Walk - Rocket Point - Cliff Top Walk - Lincoln's Rock - Over Cliff track back to Con Hut
Wentworth Falls - Darwins Walk - Wentworth Falls - Rocket Point - Cliff Top Walk to Little Switzerland - Lincoln's Rock - Over Cliff walk to Con Hut Via - Fletchers Lookout - Princes Rock - Breakfast Point Lookout - Lyrebird Lookout - Queen Victoria Lookout. About 10km
Map: Katoomba
Sat - 03-Oct-2026 5 - Day Walk: Witches Watch, Hecates Cauldron and Tara Point
Find out why this part of the Gardens of Stone must be better protected for future generations. Park the vehicles at around GR 306 175 on the branch road off the Bicentennial National Trail. Follow the Great Dividing Range north to Gordian Knot and then to Witches Watch, a spectacular lookout above Hecates Cauldron. From here, descend into the Cauldron and explore it underneath the cliff lines and also above, amidst “the bubbles”. Visit the Tower of Hope and other features. Descend into the headwaters of Baal Bone Creek, cross the valley and climb up through Tara Slot onto Tara Point. From here, move up to the ridge and re-connect with the vehicles. Scrambling and exposure. About 10 km.
Map: Ben Bullen
Fri - 02-Oct-2026 5 - Pack Walk: Mt Royal to The Corker in Barrington Tops
A chance to walk in rarely visited part of the Gondwana World Heritage Area in Barrington Tops. The plan is to start at Mt Royal. Day 1 walk the Youngs Trail to Boonabilla Creek. Camp near there. Then walk off track (up 500m) to Mt Cabre Bald. Then on to Patterson River. Camp near there. Then over to Lagoon Pinch, the start of the Corker walk, near Williams River (not far from the ruins of the old Barrington Tops Guest House). This trip goes through some wonderful subtropical rainforest, but the elevation is challenging. It is only suitable for fit off track walkers. But if you are able to do that sort of multi day trip you will find it worthwhile. I would highly recommend travelling up on the Thursday, so we can get an early start on Friday 2/10 (and avoid long weekend traffic). Depending on numbers I may be able to organise a camping spot, for a modest fee, on a property near Mt Royal.
Map: Not Specified
Fri - 25-Sep-2026 3 - Day Walk: Victoria Falls to Pierces Pass, Plus Rigby Hill
From the end of Victoria Falls Road, descend to Victoria Falls, then on down Victoria Brook to Burra Korain at the junction with the Grose River and then downstream to Pierces Pass exit. Once at top of Pierces Pass venture out to Rigby Hill to take in the views. Vic Falls to Pieces Pass is about 8km.
Map: Mt Wilson
Sun - 20-Sep-2026 4 - Rogaine: Ferrygaine
The first-ever Ferrygaine is to be held on Sunday 20 September 2026, based at Cockatoo Island, opposite the river’s entry into Sydney Harbour. There will also be an orienteering event at Cockatoo Island on Saturday 19 September. This will be an awesome weekend of navigational sport. We encourage participants to make the most of the spectacular location and stay on the Island for the weekend. This will be the seventh event in the Lane Cove Rivergaine series, which began in 2015. The course will extend north, with controls located from Hunters Hill to Woolwich, and south from Chiswick, to Drummoyne, Five Dock, Lilyfield, Balmain and Birchgrove. The island itself is part of the rogaine, providing intriguing navigational challenges with its multiple levels and complex building and tunnel systems. There are two rogaines to choose from: 6⅓ hour Socialgaine – start at 1008, finish at 1628 (teams of 2-5) 3⅓ hour Minigaine – start at 1108, finish at 1428 (teams of 2-5 or solo). The unusual durations and start/finish times are set to fit in with ferry timetables. What better way of spending a spring day than ferrying around Sydney Harbour as part of a rogaine. Also, the many ferry routes and schedules present numerous options and much head-scratching. If that’s not unique enough, this ‘socialgaine’ will also have some special features: A croquet control at Hunters Hill Croquet Club, with your points determined by how many strokes your team takes to score the hoop. Double points during a nominated hour of the event. Some controls only available for specific periods. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to participate in a rare rogaine combining land and water elements. Please email me if you'd like to form a team with compatible members
Map: Not Specified
Sun - 20-Sep-2026 5 - Day Walk: Gardens of Stone SCA: Waratahs and Pagodas in Holts Heaven
Find out why this unique part of the Gardens of Stone region must be protected for future generations. This walk is a ramble and scramble through the amazing pagoda terrain of Holts Heaven, with a camera in hand and an eye on the Waratahs, which should be out by then. We will access the area through a fire trail at GR 463 965. About 7km. Scrambling and exposure.
Map: Wollangambe
Sat - 19-Sep-2026 5 - Day Walk: Pagodas and cliff lines south of Deep Pass Trail
Park cars at GR 2479 6305, Walk along road till GR 2486 6306 where we descend a southerly ridge with views over Dingo Creek. Then head west exploring tops of cliff lines and pagodas. Descend to the south and walk upstream following Dingo Creek under the cliff lines till GR 2476 6304 where we exit via the Pool of Aphrodite and back to the cars. It involves exposure and rock scrambling, distance of around 9km, ascent of around 450m, mostly off-track walking. May get feet wet. Partley exploratory for the leader.
Map: Rock Hill
Mon - 14-Sep-2026 3 - Day Walk: Narrow Neck Plateau and Carlon Head Full - Wait List
From Narrow Neck Lookout, walk along the fire trail along Narrow Neck Plateau to the former fire tower and check out its new use. Then walk 1.1 km along a track to the top of Carlon Head for the views. Return the same way.
Map: Jamison
Sun - 13-Sep-2026 4 - Abseiling: RP Rescue - grade 4 and 5
Practice rescuing an abseiler who is stuck and unable to self rescue. With the use of releasable rigging, lifts, shifts and converting static rigging to releasable. A full day (8am to 4pm). This session is intended for grade 4 & 5 canyoners who are proficient with rigging and anchor management. SUBMIT YOUR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST BY CLICKING THE PHOTOS LINK BELOW (when logged in) AND THERE YOU WILL FIND A FORM TO FILL OUT.
Map: Not Specified
Sat - 12-Sep-2026 4 - Day Walk: Little Rock Island Full
From the Tiger Snake Canyon car park, walk to Little Rock Island and explore the surrounding area. Guaranteed views and pretty gullies. This will be a short walk and a short day, but there will be patches of thick scrub and some steep rock scrambles.
Map: Cullen Bullen
Mon - 07-Sep-2026 4 - Day Walk: The North Walk, Mount Victoria Full - Wait List
From Pulpit Rock, take the Little Zig Zag turn off to The North Walk and follow the base of the cliff line and exit to Sunset Rock.
Map: Hartley
Sun - 06-Sep-2026 5 - Day Walk: Cliffs and Gullies Above Tootie Creek-II
Park on car at GR 713 920 on Mountain Lagoon Road and drive another to GR 719 928. From the second car, walk north west on a spur and descend below the cliffs overlooking Tootie Creek. Traverse south, entering some gullies along the way, till GR 707 925, then walk to the first car and complete the shuffle. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure. Partly exploratory.
Map: Mountain Lagoon
Sat - 05-Sep-2026 5 - Day Walk: Mid Mountains Wander
From the Linden Ridge Firetrail we negotiate a side ridge down to Woodford Creek before climbing up the opposite side to join another ridge that will take us to Blue Mountain and the start of the Lawson Ridge Firetrail. There are lower mountains views to be had in places and the boronia and other wild flowers should be on display. Roughly 12 kilometers with approx 200m descent and 300m ascent. This is a combined Springwood and Upper Blue Mountains walk. We will need to do a car shuffle.
Map: Katoomba
Sat - 05-Sep-2026 4 - Canyon: Slots North of Rail Motor Ridge
Park cars at Deep Pass South, clime up to Mount Noris and along Rail Motor Ridge till around GR 2517 6301, where we will descend into a long slot. Then head west and then south under the cliff lines to around 2504 6307 where we will climb up to spot height 916 and check out another slot then returning back to the cars. it involves exposure and rock scrambling, distance around 10km, mainly off track. The usual abseiling gear is needed. Exploratory for the leader.
Map: Rock Hill
Sat - 05-Sep-2026 4 - Pack Walk: Snowshoe and Camping – Backcountry Kosciuszko
*** DATE CHANGE *** EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST Snowshoe and camping out the back of Thredbo, most likely heading up Dead Horse Gap to the west side of Kosciuszko and back to Thredbo. We’ll aim to camp high where possible in tents or snow caves. The exact route will depend on weather conditions. If you’re fit and can carry a pack up a hill, you can snowshoe. Snowshoes can be hired on the way down at Rhythm Snow Sports. Use this https://form.jotform.com/42396729192869 to register your interest and I’ll send out more information on minimum gear requirements, hiring options, and shared transport logistics. First-time snow campers and snowshoers welcome if your an experience walker and can organise the gear needed. Use this link to register your expression of interest https://form.jotform.com/42396729192869
Map: Not Specified
Thu - 03-Sep-2026 4 - Canyon: Canyon/slots west of Mt Budgary
Jen C, Andrew (the Tasmanian variant) and I are exploring a likely canyon and some slots near Mt Budgary. Should be a dry trip but you may get your feet wet.
Map: Rock Hill

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