Organizer:
Toby Horne
Date/Time:
Date(s) - Saturday 09 December, 2023
All Day
canyoning
G’day All,
Susan and I are planning a trip down Bells Creek Canyon this Saturday
This is a very nice tributary of the Wollongambe, with some spectacular canyon formations
https://ozultimate.com/canyoning/track_notes/bell_creek.htm
Bell Creek doesn’t have any abseils, but it’s not without its challenges. There will be plenty of awkward down climbs, and some tricky navigation on the entry track. This canyon also has a reputation for being one of the coldest in the mountains, so it’s a great one to do during a heat wave.
Trip Requirements
– Good Cardiovascular Fitness (it will be 9-10 hours car to car, with a couple of big climbs)
– Able to swim at least 200m unassisted
– Comfortable with scrambling on slippery and steep terrain
– Good tolerance for cold water – Very Important!
Gear (Club can Provide)
– Wetsuit (please indicate size, XS,S,M,L,XL)
– Canyon Pack
– Drybag
– Helmet
– Gloves
Personal Items to Bring
– Headtorch (preferably waterproof)
– Lightweight Rain Jacket
– Emergency Blanket
– Snake Compression Bandage
– Any personal medications
– Snacks and lunch for the day
– At least 2L of water
– Sunscreen and hat
– Grippy shoes (e.g. volleys)
– Swimming shorts to wear over the wetsuit
– Thermals to wear under the wetsuit (recommended)
– Warm dry clothes
When signing up for the trip, please let us know
– What gear you need to borrow from the club
– Previous canyoning/hiking experience
Cheers,
Toby and Susan
