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IN THIS ISSUE:
Committee Reports!!!! Oh yeah!
Tasmanian Economic Stimulus Proposal
Kayaking Tips
For Sale Section
August 2012
Committee Members
New Member Contact
Lynn Parker 0406 428 331
[email protected]
President
David Barlow
0418 447 890
([email protected])
Vice President
John Maddox
Treasurer
George Cowan
0434 930 702
([email protected])
Secretary/Public Officer
Lynn Parker
0406 428 331
([email protected])
Web Master
Roland Handel
0416 000 507
([email protected])
House Officer
Markus Bisping
0402 186 611
([email protected])
Safety/Training Convenor
Tim Sindle
([email protected])
Flatwater Convenor
Nell Graham
[email protected]
Open Water Convenor
Andrew Mathers
[email protected]
Non-Committee Contacts
Whitewater Trips Convenor
Andrew Love
([email protected])
Editor
Jim Rimbaud
([email protected])
Club Meetings- Normally the first Friday
of the month commencing at 8:00 pm
promptly, at the Clubhouse: Richardson
Crescent, Tempe- opposite Tempe Railway
Station. Check calendar as the date and
venue can change.
New Members are welcome to come along
to our club meetings or beginner paddles;
contact Lynn Parker.
Mailing Address:
SPLASH, Newsletter of the RCC of N.S.W.,
c/o 13 Centennial Avenue, Lane Cove,
N.S.W., 2066
Prices for use of RCC Equipment
Kayak* Use
Evening club paddle:
Club event for a single day:
Weekend club event:
Price includes the following items:
• boat
• PFD
• spray deck
• paddle
Note: Club policy requires all members to provide their own
helmet that fits comfortably and meets relevant standards.
Helmets are required for whitewater and surf trips.
Money is payable to the trip leader prior to club
event (See note on EFT below). To make a booking
for equipment phone the trip contact.
Marquee Use (when not used by club; members only)
$30 per day
$50 per weekend
Also payable, a $200 refundable deposit upon return
To make a booking for the marquee, contact any
committee member. Money is payable at the time of
pickup (See note on EFT below).
All money will go towards repair and replacement
costs of equipment.
*Available for use by RCC members during club events only
Payment via Electronic Funds Transfer: If you wish to pay
by EFT, advise the trip contact/committee member. Payments
must include surname and reason eg:‘marqueesmith’ or
‘boatsmith’ in the payment comment. RCC account details:
Account Name: River Canoe Club of NSW Bank: St George
BSB: 112 879 Account No: 017455888
Front cover: Tasmanian Devils on Goat Island doing willow
whacking.
Next Splash Deadline:
23rd August 2012
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copyright is acknowledged. Splash is published monthly without any
spelling or grammar mistakes [they are randomly introduced
inconsistencies].
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A Word From The Jigglesmasher by President Barlow
There are two events in July that deserve mention this
month. The first is the Club's annual Christmas in
July in August weekend. Surprisingly, this year we
had it in July!
This event is one of the most fun and relaxing
weekends of the year. It is a great way to just
socialise! We had a good turn up for the weekend
with over 20 people eating a roast dinner and chatting
with Santa Claus - and yes - there was some paddling
too! The river was at a good level.
I have attended this weekend for the last 10 years and while we get the odd new member coming along it is generally the usual suspects. So here's my challenge to you. We are at a loss as to understand why
we are not attracting more people to these events. They are designed to be low key, fun and a great way
to meet your fellow paddlers. If you have a view on this - perhaps you could email Lynn or myself on
what we can do to attract our many new members to these great functions.
And so to the biggie for this month, it is Olympic showdown time. Our Australian whitewater paddlers
will be competing at the end of the month in London; three-time Olympic veteran K1 paddler Warwick
Draper leads them. And Warwick’s coach is none other than Robert Parker!
So - let's get
behind them
both and cheer
them onto gold!
Rob and
Warwick on
the London
WW course
(right). Rip in
lads!
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News and Gossip
Easter Shoalhaven Trip Video
Greg Turner has produced a fine video of the Easter trip down the Shoalhaven Gorge. Visit it here:
https://vimeo.com/45960817
Pre-AGM Paddle
Before the AGM there will be a Doll's Point paddle to Kurnell and return run by David Page.
This will be a gentle meander rather than a sea shepherd-like pursuit of Japanese whaling vessels. The
emphasis will be on a friendly social paddle to investigate the shoreline rather than a strenuous session.
Meeting 1200 for a planned1230 launch and a 1600 return, to be off the water in time for a short trip to
the club house before the AGM.
Bring water and nibbles to be had on the way. Could all those intending to participate please email David
on [email protected] with your details including phone number to facilitate communications.
Video of the Month – Riders of the Year 2011
Extraordinary kayaking on display here. Voted on by kayakers in different categories such as best drop,
best line, best trick, best carnage…..if nothing else go to 10.10 to view a shocking incident of someone
going through a sieve on a seemingly innocuous drop, and to 6.48 to see Evan Garcia run two massive
drops with such perfection that his deck didn’t look to get wet!
Swimming Duck Motorcycle Club heads to the Oxley Hwy
On Aug 18/19 SDMC will be heading out to scout rivers along the best motorcycling highway in
Australia – the Oxley Highway. If you would like to come along visit the Register Now link at
www.swimmingduckmotorcycleclub.com and register. If you’d like to hire a motorcycle for the weekend
you can do that on the Register Now site. A reminder that all participants at SDMC events must have a
helmet and motorcycling license (license unnecessary for pillion riders).
FOR SALE - MEDIUM KOKATAT DRY TOP – Double Helix $175.
This is a new dry top that I have had sitting in storage for the last 3 years & want to get rid of.
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Latex wrist and neck gaskets with superstretch neoprene, self-draining cuffs and collar
Self-draining, zippered chest pocket with key lanyard
Factory sealed seams
Call or Email Greg Turner if interested: [email protected] 0416 928 902
August 2012 Splash
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RCC/Tasmania Economic Stimulus Package 2013 Proposal
The Tasmanian economy has long been in the doldrums, as the graph below indicates. In a recent debate
former Victorian Premier Jeff Kennett described the Tasmanian economy as, ‘ratshit’, and proposed that
the states of Victoria, South Australia and Tasmania merge to give greater strength to our southern
friends. I find these comments and figures distressing, and have been recently been doing my bit to help.
Now, I believe, it is time for RCC to step in!
I propose that in 2013 the traditional Victorian Safari be moved to Tasmania, and that the safari
take place in July. ‘Why Tasmania?’, I hear you ask, and, ‘Why July?”
Why Tasmania?
1. Economic Stimulus: On
my recent trip I spent,
over a 10 day period,
approximately $1000 enough to feed a
Tasmanian family for
several months. Imagine
the effect on the
Tasmanian economy if we
had 20 RCC members
heading down to spend
their cash!
2. Whitewater Paddling:
Incredible rivers of all
grades, all within a couple
of hours of major cities
(see left).
3. Sea Kayaking: Extraordinary sea kayaking along amazing sea cliffs, rock formations, islands….
4. Hiking: Once again, close to capital cities there is hiking that is truly magnificent.
5. Flatwater Paddling: I’m sure it is there, but buggered if I’ll be doing it.
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Why July?
Yes, it is cold, but it is also a pretty reliable time for rivers to be running, and the weather systems at that
time of year are conducive to sea kayaking.
The stunning sea cliffs at right seem endless and can
be viewed via beautiful hikes or sea kayaks.
Did you know?
Tasmania is a part of Australia,
despite not being connected to
the mainland!
Tasmanians speak the same
language as the rest of
Australia, so no need to practise
‘Tasmanian’!
Tasmania uses the same
currency as us, so no money
exchange problems when
visiting!
The picture at left
shows 2 RCC members
being hosted at a
friendly Tasmanian
pub by an actual
Tasmanian!
If you like the sound of this proposal, discuss it with friends, keep it in mind, pencil it into your 2013
diary……email Andrew at [email protected]
August 2012 Splash
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Kayaking Tips for the Month
1. Get a Swiss ball at home and practice sitting on it with
your feet off the ground and in a strong paddling
position, ie. shoulders down and back, torso slightly
forward and straight. Feel your core working to stabilize
you? When you can do this progress to practicing
paddling in this position on the ball.
2. Ever have trouble getting your deck on when it is bone
dry? Try letting it dry in the shade – it seems to make it
easier to put on next time!
Both of the above tips were picked up in…….Tasmania!!!
Deck problems? Let it dry out in the shade or paddle in
cold enough climates that it freezes overnight….. like the
nerd at right!
Committee Reports for 2012
Safety and Training
By Tim ‘Doinky’ Sindle
As another year draws to close we look back with fond memories on the life and times of “Safety and
Training “at Rivers Canoe Club. It’s been a year when the recently qualified instructors of last year got to
practise their skills on the newer members. I also can’t remember a year when we’ve had so many well
supported beginner trips. The Barrington has been a favourite and seeing 20-30 paddlers camping at the
steps has been common place. But it hasn’t only been the Barrington where we’ve unleashed the RCC
paddlers, in a year where there’s been a good amount of rain the Shoalhaven, Wingee, Kangaroo, and
Murrumbidgee have all been run by
paddlers increasing their skills.
After a number of years in this position I
think it’s time to hand over the
responsibility of looking after RCC
Safety and Training to a new paddler who
can inject renewed enthusiasm and
direction into the committee. I like to
think we’ve developed a ‘safety culture’
within the club where paddling and
rescue skills are continually developed,
exciting rivers are run in well managed
inclusive groups, and safety conscious
decisions are made both on and off the
water. I can only think of one picture
which sums up this ethos...
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President’s Report
By David ‘Big Beauty’ Barlow
Another year passes and the club continues to grow. New paddlers continue to join RCC - this is great
but it does present a problem. A club that has been in continuous operation for over 75 years would be
considered to be in its dotage - meaning - its "old age" phase. And truth is - we probably are. It remains
a constant challenge to reinvent ourselves and remain relevant to new paddlers. As many of us have been
there and done that - it is all too easy to forget the fun, inspiration and sheer joy that being new to our
sport brings each time we get in a boat.
Your current executive has worked hard over the last year to bring you events and opportunities to
paddle. Led by Lynn and ably assisted by Tim, Andrew, Marcus and George, the Barrington beginners’
weekend goes from strength to strength. This initiative is an excellent way to learn white-water paddling
and is open to new and prospective members.
On the oceanfront - sea kayaking has experienced resurgence with keen new members who are
experienced in this type of paddling. David Page, Andrew Mathers and Adrian Clayton bring enthusiasm
to this area and many of us "jaded" white water paddlers are enjoying salty waves and breaking water in a
new environment!
Flat-water paddling has developed a keen new member group who have taken the initiative to set up
regular paddling events. Look out for the "bare foot" paddlers, as they like to be known!
When it rains the rivers get paddled, with multiple descents of the Snowy, Shoalhaven, Wingecarribee,
Wollondilly, Murrumbidgee, Murray, Thredbo, Eucumbene, Nymboida, Glenbrook, Grose, Colo,
Nepean, Kangaroo, Goodradigbee, Goobraganda, Mitta Mitta, Cobungra and Barrington to name a few.
It's fitting to finish another year by saluting our living legend.
At 88 years of age - El Patron - Basil Slaughter continues to serve our club in the only way he knows how
to - by being smiling, supporting, laughing, hardworking and caring.
Long live the King.
Webmaster’s Report
By Roland ‘Workbuddy’ Handel
2011-2012 has been a year where all things Web have been tracking well.
The RiverCanoeClub.com website has averaged 200 new and unique users visiting the website every
month. 90% of all visitors are from Australia, 6% USA, 1%UK, 4% the rest of the world.
Updates/improvements to our online presence include:
1. Further 'first-time' and instructional links, videos and help guides added to the website
2. Members FAQ added to the site, allowing common questions/answers to be posted online
3. A new FACEBOOK page added. This allows all users to post comments, videos and events online
(https://www.facebook.com/groups/RCC1935/)
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Whitewater Convenor’s Report
By Andrew Love
Both of the safaris, Easter and winter, went well last year. The Snowy releases provided an opportunity
for many and should do again later this year. Yahoo was the usual place for the running of trips to be
advertised.
I will not be standing again as whitewater convenor and would encourage someone fresh, with new ideas
and enthusiasm, to have a go at the role.
Editor’s Report
By Andrew Love
It was a controversial year for Splash. Jim Rimbaud, a fictional character, was elected to the Editor’s
position, and this was perhaps a mistake. Jim proceeded to produce editions filled with items that had
nothing to do with kayaking, and an all-time low was reached when he proposed that RCC merge with the
Swimming Duck Motorcycle Club – a fictional motorcycling club. This proposal caused uproar; the
eventual exit of the Sperm Germ from the club and the removal of Rimbaud from his position.
Pauline helped out on an edition before I was left to clean up the mess Rimbaud had created. Most will
have noticed that the standard of Splash has lifted enormously since he left. This edition, for example, is
quite brilliant.
I hope that despite the controversies of the year and despite the inadequacies of Splash under the Rimbaud
reign, people still believe in the integrity of Splash. A free press is vital for our democracy and we must
fight to keep it alive. With Fairfax falling prey to the mining billionaires Splash is perhaps the last bastion
of editorial independence and fearless investigative journalism.
Secretary’s Report
By Lynn Parker
Another fantastic club year has passed with good water and lots of paddling. Even though there were less
face-to-face meetings, clearer pathways for new members to the Club were developed to ensure paddler
skills better matched the grade of the trips. And that the Club would continue to support the registration
of qualified guides and instructors, the Club leaders, for maintaining safety standards for all members.
All policies and guidelines are published on the website. Some of these are in the form of Q & A.
The yahoo group is working pretty well, predominantly for trip announcements, as was the aim.
However, we do hope the new Facebook page provides a better vehicle for social, story telling and
sharing of views and photos.
The traditional first Friday night Club meeting has been poorly attended on the whole, even with the
addition of a new large flat-screen monitor for showing films and pics of the trips. The greater traffic
problems and time for travelling across Sydney on a Friday night is seen to be deterring attendance. The
Club is now trialling other days and events for Club meetings. The AGM will be held on a Saturday for
the first time in recent history. Low numbers are definitely not reflected in Club trips, with sometimes 30
people attending an event.
It was really terrific to see that RCC had the greatest representation of any club at the recent PNSW
Educators Conference, with our President sharing his professional coaching knowledge, 7 Instructors
adding to their skills and Basil Patron heading the Catering – they all made our Club proud, it was a great
effort. I continue as a PaddleNSW Board member and focus on the training of coaches and instructors.
During the year another 7 RCC members gained their Whitewater Instructor Awards.
Membership is stable, with over 100 members, 4 life members, 2 honouree and many social members.
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And it’s really great to report, that the past members continue to meet on a regular basis – testament to the
bonds that paddlers make after sharing truly great experiences. Whilst most members paddle for strictly
recreational purposes, there are others who represent our sport at the top end. Helen continues to head
NSW Olympic Committee and representation on the International front, especially this year, the London
Olympics and Rob is the Coach for the K1 slalom representative. One of our juniors is off to the States
representing Australia in freestyle. Nineteen members state that flatwater is their preferred interest, 3 sea
kayaking, 3 touring and expedition kayaking, with the rest declaring whitewater is their major interest.
The rain and high tides brought some floods back to the Clubhouse – but nothing that a good working B
couldn’t fix. Unfortunately we could not fix the state of the river, with many local paddles and the
Marrickville Sport a month cancelled because of poor water quality. The Wolli Creek Preservation
Society tours continue to introduce locals to a paddling experience. And we can’t forget how we have
special groups within the Club, some “barefoot” chasing moonlight paddles, others perfecting their roll in
the pool or midweek paddles or surfing at Long Reef.
Penrith Whitewater Stadium is still the preferred whitewater training ground and Xmas party venue.
Santa and Swiss ball races and dodging rafts with Markus this year coming off second best. There have
been a number of shoulder injuries and repairs, hopefully the last for a long time.
The Willow Warriors, especially Jeff, have cleared many rivers of its weeds. The upper Wingecarribee is
now debris free leaving clear fun rapids. They have attacked the Deau, the Tuross, the Snowy and now
Goat Island is providing one of the best weed control jobs in the world.
Members are continuously using equipment while they decide just what boat they would like to buy,
whilst other members store the boats at the Clubhouse. Another 2 whitewater boats have been purchased
with 2 more on order and a trailer being organized. We are finding with this increased call for beginner
whitewater training, the equipment needs to be in good order and ready for easy transport.
Willing people to assist behind the scenes is paramount to any functioning Club. All members should ask
what the Club has done for them, and what they may be able to do in return. Committee members need to
turn over to get new ideas and new vitality. Please consider any position yours, and if not on the
Committee this coming year, perhaps stepping up to lead trips, organise social events, or provide some
good ideas. I have found that the return, great paddling, great scenery, comradeship far out ways the
effort – mostly stirring the committee – but that’s what Secretaries are for.
Treasurer’s Report
By George ‘The Manager’ Cowan
This year the club spent a lot on kayaks and gear (almost $8000) and a huge TV set ($1550) for the
clubhouse. It avoided social unrest by engaging in retail economic stimulus rather than using fiscal
austerity measures. The cheque account is still above $7000 and the term deposits are now worth $16827
so our monetary conservatives need not be concerned.
INCOME
memberships
caps
boat storage
boat hire
hire of clubhouse
2010/2011
6774.98
180
475
720
940
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2011/2012
5767.82
0
450
2606.7
1210
Flatwater Tours
donations
temp memberships
beginners w/e
bank interest
wine
chocolates
raffle (sweepstake)
DVD sales
tankards
75th magazine
sale of dancers
Xmas in July
1393.46
2500
80
655
0.32
199.4
178.2
1230.5
1235
862
55
0
0
17478.86
804.88
100
420
0
0
0
0
180
195
0
195
150
32.56
12111.96
82
48
315
49.3
453.65
365.65
564.38
75
1757
0
0
66.55
0
238.49
97
1774.1
1168.18
139.18
1429.19
24
0
8646.67
164.5
49
0
60
843.5
743.5
466.4
175
6215.64
1549.56
75.5
81
237.6
343.86
0
0
0
0
0
0
480
11485.06
surplus
8832.19
626.9
cheque account 30/06
unbanked chqs
petty cash
term deposits
TOTAL
7180.73
-536
35
15865.66
22545.39
7266.63
0
40
16827.55
24134.18
EXPENSES
club meetings
Dep of Fair Trading
Paddle NSW
bank fees
electricity
sydney water
Marrickville Council
Donations
purchase kayaks & gear
TV
locksmith
postage & stationery
spraydecks
insurance
Xmas in August
DVD manufacture
buy tankards
75th dinner
75th magazine
cap refunds
whitewater awards
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Open Water Convenor’s Report
By Andrew Mathers
This year the club saw a growing number of members interested in Open Water paddling. David Page
and John Jacko assisted interested paddlers develop open water skills by putting on a number of beginners
days and training opportunities.
(Launching in the
basin at Pittwater
– Introduction to
Sea Kayaking)
Thanks also go to
Michael Taylor
and Jeff Cottrell
who gave
members an
opportunity to
join them on
paddles in Botany
Bay and to Goat
Island in Sydney
Harbour.
(Kayaking in
Sydney Harbour
National Park –
Be Natural
Conservation
Kayaking –Goat
Island)
The highlight on
the Open Water
calendar was a
trip put on by
Dave Page to
Broughton Island
that a few
adventurous RCC
members
attended.
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Flatwater Convenor’s Report
By Nell Graham
Paddlin’ on the Cooks River was fraught with danger this year with rain a plenty and ecoli levels for ever
rising. None the less there were a few locals who thru caution to the wind and managed to squeeze in 7
paddles between showers.
One recent paddle was in partnership with the Wolli Creek Preservation Society where we took 9 novice
paddlers up Wolli Creek and landed at Turrella Reserve. The group then walked up Nanny Goat Hill
through the bushland for a 360 degree view of the area and returning to the club house for a nice hot bowl
of soup.
Another highlight of the year – spurred on by Basil, was a moonlight paddle in May when the moon was
full and at its closest to the earth. We enjoyed this so much we did it again on the full moon in July. It was
a 2 metre hightide so we were able to paddle into the mangroves, where our lights made eerie shadows
and ghost stories were told. It was a little chilly on the way back but we were warmed at the club house
with lovely mulled wine supplied by Pauline. Thanks to all the Cooks River Paddlers. We held 7 paddles
with 36 participants, 20 of which were single event paddlers.
Mid-week Cooks paddles will recommence in October when daylight savings resumes – see you then!
RIVER CANOE CLUB- CALENDAR July 2012
NOTE: Because of the unpredictability of river levels most whitewater trips are organised using the Yahoo group. Impromptu
flat and moving water trips are also arranged via the Yahoo group. If you are not on this group contact Lynn Parker via email
(lparker[at]netspace.net.au) and she will include you.
Sat Jul 28, 2012 – Sun Jul 29, 2012
All day Coolongolook Overnight Flatwater Trip
Description:
The trip I have planned is from Coolongolook and involves paddling in the Coolongolook, Wallingat and possibly
Wang Wauk rivers which enter into Wallis Lakes. They are tree-lined rivers and the Wallingat river now enters
into National Park at Sugar Creek.There are not usually many boats in this area and it is possible to see black
swans and sea eagles.The camping would be bush camping at Crown Land reserves on the river side with pit
toilets so it is a trip suited to a smallish group (4-10 ?) preferably in flatwater kayaks or sea kayaks. It is
approximately a 3 hour drive from Sydney to Coolongolook and the put is not far from the highway. If at all (even
possibly) interested please let me know by 7th July. Deb 9858 1039
Sat Aug 4, 2012
Annual General Meeting - Tempe
Where: Richardson Crescent opposite the Tempe Railway
Description:
See item in News and Gossip for pre-AGM paddle details. Return to the Clubhouse for a Club Barbie and then
actively participate at the Club Annual General Meeting which should commence around 7.00. Bring your
refreshments, and favourite paddling photos and videos to entertain while dinner cooks.
Sat Aug 4, 2012
All day Be Natural Conservation Kayaking - Goat Island
Where: Goat Island Sydney Harbour
Description:
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2km paddle from Birchgrove Park, Birchgrove to Goat Island then spend 4 hours on the island removing Lantana
and African Olive from the island. Then paddle back to Birchgrove Park finishing about 3:30pm. See google Map
http://g.co/maps/pk4y4
Contact: Jeff Cottrell P: 0418210347
E:[email protected]
For more info: http://www.willowwarriors.org.au/images/stories/adventure/Goat.pdf
Sun Aug 5, 2012
Be Natural Conservation Kayaking - Grose River
Where: Navua Reserve Grose Wold NSW
Description:
Remove environmental weeds in Navua reserve with the community group and then go for a paddle on the Grose
or Hawkesbury River.
Contact:Jeff Cottrell P: 0418210347
E: [email protected]
Sat Aug 11, 2012 - Sun Aug 12, 2012
All day Overnight camp at Colo Merroo Colo river Wollemi NP
Where: Colo Merroo - Upper colo NSW
Description: The overnight activity will start with a 2km walk into Colo Merroo from the end of Upper Colo road
to camp at the Colo Merroo camp site. The volunteers will walk through the area where contractors have been
treating Lantana with splatter guns and hand pull any new seedlings, hand pull or poison any tobacco bush and
re-treat any Lantana that survived the original treatment. The Colo Merroo camp site has a shelter shed and
toilets. If volunteers would like to go for a paddle over the weekend we will take the groups kayaks and organise
a paddle on the Colo. There may also be the opportunity for a group of up to five volunteers to walk into Bob
Turners track and pack raft down to Colo Merroo, stopping along the way to check a Lantana site upstream of the
Camp site.
Contact: Jeff Cottrell P: 0418210347
E: [email protected]
Sat Aug 18, 2012 – Sun Aug 19, 2012
Swimming Duck Motorcycle Club – The Oxley Highway
Contact The Controller
Sat Sep 1, 2012 - Sun Sep 2, 2012
Be Natural Conservation Kayaking - Goat Island
Where: Goat Island Sydney Harbour NSW
Description:
2km paddle from Birchgrove Park, Birchgrove to Goat Island then spend 4-5 hours removing Asparagus fern and
doing follow-up on previous Lantana and African Olive control on the island. Staying on the Island overnight,
sleeping on the floors in one of the buildings. On the Sunday spend another 4 to 5 hours removing Asparagus and
then paddleback to Birchgrove park finishing about 3:30pm.
Contact: Jeff Cottrell
P: 0418210347 E: [email protected]. au
Thu Sep 6, 2012 - Sun Sep 9, 2012
Hawkesbury Source to Sea Journey - Windsor to Barrenjoey Beach
Where: Hawkesbury River Windsor to Barenjoey Beach
Sat Sep 15, 2012
Be Natural Conservation Kayaking - Nepean River
Where: Nepean River Penrith to Devlin Road
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Description:
9km kayak paddle from Russel Street Emu Plains to Devlin Road Castlereagh stopping to poison black willows
growing along the river. The group meets at Devlin Road at 9am and finishes up back at Devlin
road at 3:30pm
Contact: Jeff Cottrell P: 0418210347 E: [email protected]
Sun Sep 16, 2012
Be Natural Conservation Kayaking - Nepean River
Where: Nepean River Penrith to Russel Street
Description:
9km kayak paddle from Penrith Weir to Russel Street Emu Plains stopping to poison black willows growing along
the river. The group meets at Devlin Road at 9am and finishes up back at Devlin road at 3:30pm.
Contact: Jeff Cottrell P: 0418210347 E:
[email protected]
Sat Sep 29, 2012 – Mon 1 Oct , 2012
Be Natural Conservation Rafting - Murrumbidgee Catchment
Where: Canberra ACT
Description:
Rafting trip on either the Murrumbidgee, Deua, Goodradigbee, or Goobarragandra River to do follow up
maintenance of the black willow control program. The Murrumbidgee river is the most likely as it is the
highest priority for follow up. If the Goodradigbee river is monitored the trip will be an overnight trip otherwise
the trip will be a fixed camp with day trips
All day Be Natural Conservation Rafting - Murrumbidgee Catchment
August 2012 Splash
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