Read about the amazing road trip to 'The Tip' AKA 'The Cape' AKA Cape York Peninsula
There are plenty of National Parks to visit along the way too. This info will help you experience a very memorable trip of a lifetime.
There are plenty of National Parks to visit along the way too. This info will help you experience a very memorable trip of a lifetime.
Queensland walks and hikes to consider.
Sunrover Tours is offering a 5 day guided group walking trip on Fraser Island to bushwalking clubs and their members this winter for $990.00 per person (camping) all inclusive. That's a $250.00 discount on the regular price and includes tent, sleeping bag, camp mattress and all meals on the island.
The camp site is privately owned, fully dingo fenced, has generator power, hot showers and flushing toilets.
Valid from June 1st and August 31st 2024: http://www.sunrover.com.au/
Phone: (07) 3203 4241 to book.
Cooloola BioBlitz 2024 is on 2, 3 and 4 August 2024 from 3:30 Friday to 3:30 Sunday at Rainbow Beach. Tickets are available now and usually sell out quickly.
Wonderful scientists and expert naturalists will lead small groups into the Cooloola natural environments and we'll all become "Citizen Scientists" as we record every plant, animal and fungi we can observe. Leaders will help with the identification.
Rainbow Beach Community Hall will be transformed into the headquarters for learning, photography, making IDs and examining interesting discoveries. We'll have workshops and training in the use of the free iNaturalist App on your phone.
In the evening, fascinating presentations or nocturnal excursions will be on offer.
Check out the Cooloola BioBlitz website for details and to meet some of the leaders who have confirmed their participation.
The club has a PLB available for loan to Bushwalking Adventures Qld Inc. members. To borrow the PLB email outings@bushies.org.au
Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) Information Summary Sheet.
A PLB is a portable emergency distress beacon which uses satellite networks to alert search and rescue authorities to send help. A PLB is intended to be a ‘last resort’ option, when someone is in dire risk of serious injury or death and no other communication method is possible. Carrying a PLB is recommended for any activities that could potentially be out of mobile phone coverage areas.
Our club has an ACR ResQLink 400 PLB available for members to use. It will not work underwater, in caves, or if there is any obstruction to the sky, such as overhanging trees.
Lie device flat, with a clear unobstructed view of the sky. Position the antenna pointing skywards. Uncover and press “ON” for 2 seconds until the STROBE light blinks. A RED light will blink until GPS signal is acquired; then it will blink GREEN.
Stay put and prepare to survive. Assume it will take several hours or longer to be rescued. Be as visible as possible. If you need to move, the PLB will transmit your new location if it can be determined. DO NOT turn off the PLB until rescue authorities arrive/you are instructed to do so.
See also additional information on RISK MANAGEMENT at the bottom section of the Activity Types & Grades tab.
Be sure to check National Parks alerts and other sources before heading out on the tracks.
Some ideas for your through walking trips.
You want to get away from it all and spend a few days 'chillaxing' in nature, but packing can really take the enjoyment out of it. Nothing puts a dampener on your camping getaway more than forgetting a key accessory.
Queensland National Parks have put together Camping Packing Hacked to help out.
Link for dates, library locations and bookings
Are you interested in developing practical knowledge and skill in cardiopulmonary resuscitation? This free workshop will give you the confidence to help keep someone alive using CPR while the ambulance is on its way. Presented by qualified trainers from the Queensland Local Ambulance Committee, in partnership with the Queensland Ambulance Service.
Queensland National Parks have published an article to help prepare for a great day walk - Click here to read about the importance of boots, weather and track fitness.
There's nothing like going bush with reliable and experienced bushwalkers to brush up on your skills not to mention the social benefits! To help you on the way here are two websites offering thorough guidelines to restart or start your bush adventures.