Hello Everyone, We have received a number of requests for a platform for members to easily communicate with each other and also easily reach trip leaders and committee members in a less formal manner than is currently offered. Our solution to this has been to create a club discord community. We hope that by making it easier to communicate within the club we can promote a greater sense of community, [...]

The days are getting warmer and longer. You know what the means? Sydney Summer Series! Polish your fitness and navigation on Wednesday evenings after work. Find a buddy, rides, or pointers from veterans on the club discord (rogaining channel) or by signing up for this week. Location of the week listed here on the events page: https://sydneysummerseries.com.au/index.php/   "A series of running events timed over 45 minutes that involve visiting [...]

Gday OAC, This year's Aus Champs are happening much earlier in the year, tail-end of summer, in a beautiful section of Kozzie -- set and coordinated by the ACT Rogaining crew. Don't be put of by the "champs" in the title; everyone can enter, you don't have to qualify. However, there is only a 24hr option. There will be ample places on course to suit a more novice team, but [...]

Yall ever wanted to spend an evening by the water, rod in hand, just waiting for that big one to bite? Maybe swap a few tall tales about the monster fish that got away? Well, now’s your chance! Sean and I (Hammy) are taking yall out for a laid-back fishing trip on Friday, March 14th, at 5 PM. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just wanna give it a shot, [...]

Come join us for an afternoon of bouldering at Jannali Reserve. https://www.thecrag.com/en/climbing/australia/sutherland/area/219980973 Please detail your experience in the sign up. You will need at least some experience with bouldering/climbing. Bring: Sun protection (we are starting at the worst time possible) Snacks Climbing shoes Chalk Water(!!) General respect for the environment : ) If you have your own crash pads you are more than welcome to bring those. Cheers, Sam & [...]

The days are getting warmer and longer. You know what the means? Sydney Summer Series! Polish your fitness and navigation on Wednesday evenings after work. Find a buddy, rides, or pointers from veterans on the club discord (rogaining channel) or by signing up for this week. Location of the week listed here on the events page: https://sydneysummerseries.com.au/index.php/   "A series of running events timed over 45 minutes that involve visiting [...]

The days are getting warmer and longer. You know what the means? Sydney Summer Series! Polish your fitness and navigation on Wednesday evenings after work. Find a buddy, rides, or pointers from veterans on the club discord (rogaining channel) or by signing up for this week. Location of the week listed here on the events page: https://sydneysummerseries.com.au/index.php/   "A series of running events timed over 45 minutes that involve visiting [...]

    "Climb Fit St Leonards and Kirrawee are hosting REEL ROCK 19 on our BIG SCREEN CLIMB + MOVIE session - right here under the climbing walls. Here's what's showing: DEATH OF VILLAINS: A former child climbing-prodigy confronts his struggle with disordered eating to attempt his life-long dream of climbing a groundbreaking 5.15 first ascent, with the help of an unlikely, and controversial partner. Featuring: Kai Lightner & Joe Kinder [...]

G'day folks, Zen and I are planning a night time excursion down Claustral Canyon. Who is this trip for: - People with very good cold tolerance - People who aren't afraid of the dark. - People who have done too many canyons and are now seeking new and novel adventures. What to expect: - A lot of glowworms. - The Black Hole of Calcutta looking even blacker than usual. - [...]

Howdy Foodie Folks, It's on again for 2025! Autumn harvest season is about to arrive and we are going mushroom foraging at Belangelo/Penrose State Forest. Want to learn: How do you distinguish between a Saffron Milkcap and a Slippery Jack? To cook them up for a delicious group lunch? Then come along for some Shroomy goodness! Beware, Fungi are sensitive organisms, they appear when the temps and moisture levels are [...]

Picture this. It’s Sunday, 30th of March. You could be lying in bed, scrolling TikTok, or trying to convince yourself that today is the day you finally clean your room. OR you could be out climbing glorious Blue Mountains sandstone at Medlow Bath with us. This trip is for beginner to intermediate climbers looking to get out on real rock. Medlow Bath has it all—solid sandstone, epic views, and a [...]

The days are getting warmer and longer. You know what the means? Sydney Summer Series! Polish your fitness and navigation on Wednesday evenings after work. Find a buddy, rides, or pointers from veterans on the club discord (rogaining channel) or by signing up for this week. Location of the week listed here on the events page: https://sydneysummerseries.com.au/index.php/   "A series of running events timed over 45 minutes that involve visiting [...]

MUST HAVE COMPLETED 10 CANYONS. This trip is for experienced canyoners only as we are going to do hard graded canyons with lots of water. The plan is to camp at Gloucester River Campground Friday night. Do Gloucester Falls(v4a4) with a side trip up Emperor Falls (v4a2). Camp at Gloucester River again and then do Manning Gorge Upper (v4a3) then drive back to Sydney. Camping will cost $25 per person [...]

Classic Kanangra weekend - Kanangra Main and Kalang Details TBA

Hi OAC Members, We are seeking expressions of interest among club members to develop their skills in multi-pitch rock climbing over the course of 2025. Register your interest by completing the google form below === MULTI PITCH === Multi-pitch climbing is climbing on cliffs that are taller than a rope length and require several hours to a whole day on the wall. It's a step toward alpinism, which is to [...]

Skills weekend for members who are part of the Multi-pitch skills pathway. Caping at Mt Keira details TBA

This is a save the date for Easter announcement. If you know, you know 😉 General plan is to camp at Deep Pass for 4 days. This will include group activities and a potential climb day. Details TBA, posting to let people know it's happening again!!

Hi all, On Saturday, the 26th of April, Ollie and I will be heading out to a Blue Mountains classic – Butterbox Canyon (aka Mt Hay Canyon). Featuring epic slot, some cool abseils, and a rock-climbing exit, it’ll be a fun day out. WHO IS THIS FOR? This is not a beginner trip. I would say it lies on the easier side of intermediate. To sign up, you must: – [...]

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Event for Multipitch Skills Pathway participants. May be open to regular club members if there are spaces. Camping at Mt York - details TBA Possible big objective on day 2. Note: in the EOI sent out in JAN a different date was proposed. This is the new date.