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The following is a list of trips proposed by club members. If you wish to participate in a trip, please have the courtesy to register as far in advance as possible as trip leaders have to organise equipment and transport and deal with lots of people at once. Some trips may be forced to change dates, leaders, or details as unforeseen things crop up. Keep a lookout on the web site and email list for the most up to date info. Note that many of the activities listed are inherently dangerous, and you could be seriously injured or even die - please be careful.

The Spring Pubgaine: Friday 5th September Friday, 5 September 2008
Rockclimbing - Advanced Level - This Sunday Sunday, 7 September 2008
Abseil Skills 1 Trainiing Sunday, 7 September 2008
Indoor Climbing: UTS club night at The Ledge Monday, 8 September 2008
Blue Lake Ice Climbing Trip Friday, 12 September 2008
Navigation and Rogaine Skills Workshop Saturday, 20 September 2008
Whatever Canyon Sunday, 21 September 2008
Abseil Skills 2 Training Day-TRIP FULL Sunday, 28 September 2008
Montrail Penrose 24 Saturday, 1 November 2008
Advance - Multipitch Climbing - Bunny Bucket Butress Saturday, 29 November 2008
The following list has Activities which aren't run by the OAC but as private Activities run by members for members... Join at your own risk.
Netti MTB Enduro 2008 Saturday, 6 September 2008
CLIMBING AT ARAPILES Saturday, 4 October 2008
ARAPILES/ GRAMPIANS OCT 4TH - 27th Saturday, 4 October 2008
 
Nav   Walking - 2 hours on flat path with daypack Huh?
The Spring Pubgaine: Friday 5th September      Friday, 5 September 2008        Marty Middlebrook    Limit: 100

The Spring Pubgaine

Pubgaine 2007

Friday September 5th 2008: 6pm at UTS

The UTS Outdoor Adventure Club Pubgaine goes to the Inner West!
Commencing at 6pm Friday 5th September. Starting at UTS Glasshouse Bar - this is a team event (2 people minimum) where you race for 3 hours to see as many of Sydney's Inner West Pubs as you can!

  • Combining navigation with Pub Crawling - teams are provided with maps on the night - indicated are all the possible pubs you can visit. Each pub has a score associated with it - and you need to figure out which pubs get you the most points!
  • There are extra bonus points to be gained: buy a round of drinks for the team, double your points (any drinks except water is fine)
  • The team with the most points at the end of the 3 hours wins!
  • The race ends after 3 hours, but you can finish earlier if you like!
  • Maps will be provided at UTS Glasshouse Bar at 6pm on Friday 5th September
  • The PubGaine is based on the rules of Rogaining team orienteering races
To register a team - visit http://www.utsoac.org.au/pubgaine. For safety reasons - we ask that you have at least two people in your team - if you don't have a team - Contact pubgaine@utsoac.org.au and we'll find you a team!


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A fantastic night out!  I haven't laughed so much, nor run so far or fast after five shots of Sambuca in a long, long time." - 2007 Pubgainer


Satisfied customers: Spring Pubgaine 2007

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Event starts at 6pm - finishing late.
Wear appropriate attire for walking a lot.
We take no responsibility for your behaviour and if you are not permitted into any of the venues.
We strongly advise you eat  before the event.
Over consumption of alcohol is not encouraged and you will not win if you try.

Costs:

$5 for maps & entry. You will need to budget for a few rounds of drinks if you plan to win.

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Climb   Abseiling - 4 - Good technique and confident on most abseils Aus 14-15 / US 5.6 / Fr 4 (only 10% of first timers get to this level on their first attempt but the majority make it after 5 or 6 climbing sessions) Aus 21-22 / US 5.10c-5.11a / Fr 6b+ to 6c Walking - 4 hours on flat path with daypack Huh?
Rockclimbing - Advanced Level - This Sunday      Sunday, 7 September 2008        Marty Middlebrook    Limit: 8

One for the climbers:
Sunday 7th September

My preference will be to go to the Blue Mountains, depending on who is around and available, this will define the trip.

This trip will not be for beginners - you need to be a serious climber with a good knowledge and skills.
Please only join the activity if you have:
  • your own gear
  • know your way around cliffs
  • abseiling
  • and leadclimbing
Otherwise, more beginner activities will be coming soon.

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Climbing Shoes
Harness
Helmet
ATC & Biners

Costs:

Take around $20 to cover petrol or other costs

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Abseil   Huh?
Abseil Skills 1 Trainiing      Sunday, 7 September 2008        Sharon Swanson    Limit: 10

Trip Full but taking standbys
ABSEIL SKILLS 1 TRAINING DAY
 
This will be a training day for those wanting to learn the basics of abseiling, which is a pre-requisite for doing many of the canyons in the Blue Mountains. The topics covered include:

- Maintain personal safety near cliffs.

- Prepare for an abseil activity.

- Get on and off rope

- Conduct pre-abseil safety checks.

- Communicate between cliff top and bottom.

- Perform a variety of abseils.

- Negotiate common abseil hazards.

- Perform bottom belays.

We'll be meeting at Wahroonga train station at 9am and then heading over to Wahroonga Rocks for the day. You'll need to bring your own food, water, warm clothing, hat, sunscreen, first aid kit, comfortable clothing that you won't mind getting dirty (shorts, track pants or tights - not jeans) and joggers with good grip.

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Climb   Aus 21-22 / US 5.10c-5.11a / Fr 6b+ to 6c Huh?
Indoor Climbing: UTS club night at The Ledge      Monday, 8 September 2008        Harry Hayashi    Limit: 40

Indoor Climbing: UTS Club night @ Sydney Uni (The Ledge)
 
The Ledge Climbing Centre 
 
Every Monday night UTS Outdoor Adventurers converge at the Ledge to catch up, meet  learn, teach and climb.
 
We normally arrive at 6pm and finish up around 9.30pm, followed by a quick dash to the Lansdowne for the $5 meal!
 
Everyone is welcome from hard core boulderers to curious first timers. If you don't have equipment, a climbing partner or have never climbed before it's not a problem.
 
 

Costs are $5 for UTS Outdoor Adventure Club Members (you must present a card, if you dont have one you can pick one up on the night)

 UTS harnesses are available behind the counter - so if you need one, show your card and ask for a UTS Club Harness.

If you cant find me when you get there, ask the staff to point out Harry or Marty.

 
 
If you have any questions feel free to email me hhayashi@gmail.com
 
If Mondays aren't convenient or you just want to meet other climbers join our Google group http://groups.google.com/group/UTSOAClastminuteclimbingpartners

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   Abseiling - 4 - Good technique and confident on most abseils Aus 14-15 / US 5.6 / Fr 4 (only 10% of first timers get to this level on their first attempt but the majority make it after 5 or 6 climbing sessions) Aus 14-15 / US 5.6 / Fr 4 (only 10% of first timers get to this level on their first attempt but the majority make it after 5 or 6 climbing sessions) Walking - 6 hours on undulating bush track Navigating - Navigation Skills 1 course - Distinction grade Huh?
Blue Lake Ice Climbing Trip      Friday, 12 September 2008  till  Sunday, 14 September 2008      Max Pagnin    Limit: 4

This trip is for people with previous experience in ice climbing/mountaineering, or those with solid rock climbing skills who would like to try their hand at ice climbing.
 
The best location for Ice Climbing in NSW is Blue Lake, in the Kosciusko National Park. Blue Lake can be reaced on skis or snowshoes, and a trip from the overnight carpark at Guthega to the lake takes around 4hrs in good weather.
 
Weather in the Snowy Mountains can change rapidly. People heading out to Blue Lake should have experience in alpine/back country travel and be sufficiently equiped to handle servere weather conditions including high winds, cold temperatures and poor visibility. Ideally you should have your own technical ice climbing tools (adze and hammer) as well as crampons and snow shoes (or cross country skis). You should also have experience in camping in the backcountry and have all the necessary clothing to keep you warm if the weather closes in.
 
We will likely be leaving Sydney early on the Friday morning with a view of heading out from Guthega around lunch time. We should be back in Sydney late on Sunday night. This is a serious trip and only suitable for those with previous experience, not beginners. Please only sign up if you are definitely coming. If you're not sure about your experience, please call me on 0414 818182 and I'd be happy to discuss it with you.
 
Cheers,
 
Max
 
 

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Crampons, 2 technical ice climbing tools, snow shoes, 4-seasons tent, 4-seasons sleeping bag, stove, first aid kit, goretex jacket and pants. I have 3 ice screws and can also borrow a few more from the club. We will also need a few quickdraws and slings, as well as a 50m climbing rope (all available from the club).

Costs:

Petrol, National Park entry fee, food, hire of any gear you require e.g. snow shoes

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Canyon   Abseiling - 4 - Good technique and confident on most abseils Walking - 8 hours on undulating bush track Huh?
Whatever Canyon      Sunday, 21 September 2008        Sharon Swanson    Limit: 6

Trip Full but taking standbys

Whatever Canyon

Saturday 21st September

 

 I have two different trips in mind for this day and which one we end up doing will depend on whatever transport we end up with.  My preference is to do Coachwood canyon in the Blue Mountains.
If we don’t have a car suitable for taking off-road then we will do a canyon combo of Better Offer and Birrabang canyons. 
Either way, both trips are of an intermediate level so you need to be a competent abseiler and to have done a canyon or two before.  These are all dry canyons but there are sections that involve knee-deep (or in the case of Better Offer, a waist-deep) wades in freezing cold water.
 

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Costs:

Contribution to petrol

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Nav   Walking - 4 hours on undulating bush track Navigating - Have used a map and compass a number of times Huh?
Navigation and Rogaine Skills Workshop      Saturday, 20 September 2008  till  Sunday, 21 September 2008      Marty Middlebrook    Limit: 5

Navigation and Rogaine Skills Workshop

20-21 September 2008

(This event is run by Rogaining NSW)

Do you compete in rogaines, but would like to do better? Would you like to increase your confidence and contribute more to your team? Are you comfortable navigating in the dark?

How about improving your skills so that you can take your mates rogaining and not get lost too often?

NSW Rogaine Association will be holding a Navigation and Rogaine Skills workshop at Rydal (near Lithgow) on September 20-21. The program includes:

  • 3 practical navigations sessions in small groups with an instructor (including one at night)
  • targeted sessions on route planning and what to pack and eat when rogaining
  • lots of fun
  • a short rogaine to practice all of the new tricks

The instructors are all experienced rogainers who are keen to share their knowledge. As this is an inaugural workshop, the entry numbers will be capped to 50. This is to ensure a low participant to instructor ratio (target is 4:1) and to provide a flexible format.

Entries are now openfor the workshop and will close on Friday 12 September. Entry costs $57 per person ($40 for concession) or $110 for a household.
 
http://www.nswrogaining.org/AboutEvents/Events/08RW/08RW.htm for more information

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The entry fee includes:
* lunch on both days
* dinner or a contribution towards dinners (to be confirmed)
* maps for the navigation exercises
* access to land for the exercises
* camping on Friday and Saturday nights at Rydal Showground
* use of facilities at Rydal Showground

The entry fee does not include breakfast on Sunday.

To participate, you need to bring all of the items that you would expect to use in a rogaine:
* backpack
* safety whistle
* compass
* space blanket
* contact
* ruler, scissors, pen, paper and stationary
* torch
* clothing and footwear suitable for spending many hours walking in the Australian bush.

If camping isn't really your thing, then you may find accommodation at the Alexander Hotel in Rydal (phone 02 6355 6208).

If you would like to volunteer to help at the workshop or would like more information, please email Phil Whitten at nswravc@gmail.com.

Costs:

Entry costs $57 per person ($40 for concession) + Travel fees as required

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Abseil   Huh?
Abseil Skills 2 Training Day-TRIP FULL      Sunday, 28 September 2008        Max Pagnin    Limit: 10

Trip Full but taking standbys

This will be a training day for those aspiring to become a potential seconder or trip leader within the club. Accordingly, preference will be given to local club members or international students staying for more than 12 months. You must have done Abseil Skills 1 or have previous experience abseiling (including having been a participant on a club canyoning trip). Please contact me if you'd like to discuss you're previous experience. The topics covered include:

 

�� Select rigging equipment for basic abseiling activities
�� Manage rigging equipment
�� Tie knots
�� Rig basic abseils
�� Move up and down a rope with a variety of constraints
�� Abseil without assistance

We'll be meeting at Wahroonga train station at 9am and then head over to Wahroonga Rocks for the day. You'll need to bring your own food, water, warm clothing, hat, sunscreen, first aid kit, comfortable clothing that you won't mind getting dirty (shorts, track pants or tights - not jeans) and joggers with good grip.  Please call me on 0414 818182 if you have any questions or are running late on the day. Places are limited, so first in best dressed!

 

Cheers,

 

Max Pagnin

 

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Walk   Walking - 6 hours on undulating bush track Huh?
Montrail Penrose 24      Saturday, 1 November 2008  till  Sunday, 2 November 2008      Diane Chanut    Limit: 999

This event is a fun 24 hours team relay trail running event in the Penrose State Forest, in the NSW Highlands. 


Teams of 4, 8 or 12 relay each other over 24 hours to complete as many laps as they can or want: the winner is the team which can run the more laps in the 24 hours period! 
Because of its short format (the circuit is shaped like a figure-of-eight double-loop of 4km or 8km), this event is extremely versatile: it will give the option for competitive club teams to log in heaps of kilometres and go for the podium, while more laid-back teams (families, mates, etc.) can just step out there and give it a go. 
Companies who enter the Corporate category will be in the run for the Corporate Cup, and the Monday morning bragging rights that go with it.  Participants camp at the event hub and choose to run through the night or kick back, enjoy the entertainment, music and food, and cheer the other runners on! And you only need a pair of trainers to do it!

For more information and to enter online, go to: 
www.arocsport.com.au

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Entries now open

Costs:

Teams of 4 Teams of 8 Teams of 12 $380 ($95pp) $640 ($80pp) $780 ($65pp)

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Climb   Abseiling - 4 - Good technique and confident on most abseils Aus 18-20 / US 5.9-5.10b / Fr 5+ to 6b Aus 18-20 / US 5.9-5.10b / Fr 5+ to 6b Navigating - Have used a map and compass once or twice before Huh?
Advance - Multipitch Climbing - Bunny Bucket Butress      Saturday, 29 November 2008  till  Sunday, 30 November 2008      Harry Hayashi    Limit: 4

Trip Full but taking standbys
Advance Multipitch Climbing - Bunny Bucket Butress
 
This is an advance climb, we will be climbing Bunny Bucket Butress next to Hotel California. This is a 275m, 9 pitch, 18 sport climb.
 
I will be taking a maximum of 2 groups of 2. This climb will take an entire day, and I am planning on staying at the Blue Mountains the night before and starting the climb early (At the crack of dawn). You must have enough stamina to be able to climb the entire 275 meters with limited breaks. Due to the size of the climb speed is of the essence. Please only join this trip if you are confident with your ability to lead a solid 18. You must be able to setup an anchor.
 
The route is as follows:
Pitch 1: 20m 18
Pitch 2: 20m 18
Pitch 3: 40m 18
Pitch 4: 30m 8
Pitch 5: 40m 8
Pitch 6: 40m 17
Pitch 7: 25m 17
Pitch 8: 20m 17
Pitch 9: 40m 13
 
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If your interested and want to know more information send me an email hhayashi@gmail.com
 

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Costs:

Petrol, fees or whatever?

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Climb      Netti MTB Enduro 2008      Saturday, 6 September 2008   till  Sunday, 7 September 2008

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Climb      CLIMBING AT ARAPILES      Saturday, 4 October 2008   till  Saturday, 25 October 2008

PLEASE NOTE I AM NOT THE ORGANISER OF THIS ACTIVITY.  IF INTERESTED CONTACT SHARON TSETONG: sharontsetong (at) hotmail (dot) com

Anyone interested in a couple of weeks of trad climbing at Araps? 
October 4 - 25 (approx)

Must be a confident trad climber and have your own gear.  This is a private non-club trip.

Please contact Shazz if you are interested - Do not sign up online or 'reply' to this email.

Thanks
El


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Climb      ARAPILES/ GRAMPIANS OCT 4TH - 27th      Saturday, 4 October 2008   till  Sunday, 26 October 2008

I am heading to arapiles about weekend of oct 4th for 3 weeks and climbing climbing climbing!
feel free to come on down and join.
this is a premier area to learn trad or get better at trad- im working onboth!
a trip to the grampians may be on the cards as well.
 
if anyone wants to come down for part or all, get in touch.
im also looking to carpool w as many people as possible to share fuel and save the environment (aka the world)
 
 
get in touch only if you are seriously interested (seriously:)
 

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