This walk is between Wondabyne Station and Woy Woy station and is partially part of the Great North Walk. We will meet at 6:50AM at West Ryde Station to catch a train to Wondabyne where we will walk to and camp at sites: Scout Camp Kariong and Mt Wondabyne Campsite. On the third day, we will take a train from Woy Woy back to West Ryde for pickup at approximately 3PM.
The hike will meander through pristine bushland, delightfully secluded beaches, and have many vantage points of the picturesque Hawkesbury River and its islands. Please see the attached Hike Map.
1st Ermington Scouts can provide shared tents, stoves and Emergency gear. A hiking backpack can also be provided if required. Please see the attached packing list.
In addition to the items in the packing list, Wallet with Opal card with at least $10 in it and Additional money to spend for any post hike treats, Phone, 1L Water bottles x3.
Scouts are welcome to register; however, previous lightweight camping, bushwalking experience, and good fitness are required. OAS Camping Stage 3, Bushwalking Stage 4 and above is required.
Attendence at the following preparatory sessions are mandatory:
Note: There is a $20 deposit that will need to made and paid prior to the hike into the 1st Ermington Bank Account via Bank Transfer. Details will be sent in due course. The cost of food and incidentals will be known closer to the event date and will be notified during the Online Theory session. The deposit will be offset agains any such expense.
This hike will be remotely supervised by Scout Leaders.
It should be an awesome hike. Hope you can join us!