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It’s on again!
Fri 2 – Mon 5 April 2010 (Easter)
Come and celebrate your Easter in the Perisher area with a range
of organised activities including a fun-run, bushwalking,
mountain biking, billycart racing and evening gatherings at the
Man from Snowy River Hotel. The Chalet at
open the bistro, bar and triple chairlift over the Easter period, and
Guthega Hotel will be open for food and accommodation.
See below for more information.
THE BACK TO PERISHER WEEKEND WILL BE HELD OVER EASTER (2ND ~ 5TH APRIL).
There is a lot going on, so much that it is better to plan it ahead.
The fixed events are on
SATURDAY (3RD) 9AM THE FUN RUN FROM PERISHER GAP ( That’s at the top of the hill leading out from Perisher to the Summit) to Chalet at Charlottes Pass. Warning the start will be prompt at 9.00 am so get there earlier. The distance is 6km. Watering station half way and on arrival. Support team sponsored by NPWS. Fully Insured by All Class Insurance.
SATURDAY (3RD) 4PM. The Great Perisher Bridge to Bridge Duck Race with a gaggle of 50 plastic ducks opting to be the first to float from the quad chair bridge to the lower ski tube bridge. Numbered ducks available.
SATURDAY EVENING 5PM A get together at the Man Hotel. Children welcome. Bar prices for drinks, and free finger food sponsored by SLOPES. Prize Giving for Fun Run. Prizes donated by NPWS.
THE WALKS
There are so many to do that its hard to list them all. There are 10 walks listed in Perisher and Charlottes, and 6 walks around Thredbo in page 3 of the Free Kosciuszko National Park Guide Summer 2009-10 at
http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/resources/parks/08448.pdf
Firstly there are 3 SLOPES SPECIAL WALKS accompanied by Dave Woods of NPWS. These walks are free of charge and for those who know Dave, will be terrific. These walks with Dave Woods are
Friday 2nd – Waterfall Track, Sunday 4th Porcupine Track, Monday 5th – Blue Lake Walk. I
Dave will take the bookings directly as attached. Book early or be disappointed. Refer to the attached flyer.
Then there are the NPWS guided walks which have been set out in attachment. BTPW Easter Discovery 09-10 . Each walk has a ranger in attendance and there are small fees for their guidance. They know the country in detail and at least one guided walk each will make the country come alive for you. Don’t underestimate the Sawpit exhibits for the children of all ages 5-50. These must be booked as listed in the attachment
Do it yourself walks
There are 10 walks listed in Perisher Charlottes, and 6 walks around Thredbo. Details are listed in the NPWS web site at http://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/resources/parks/08448.pdf
The walks are : Sawpit track 2,6km round ; Palialbo Track 11.2 km round; Waterfall Track 6km round; Rennix Walk 13km; Rainbow Lake walk 3km; Porcupine Track 5km round ; Perisher Blue Cow 4km one way; Snowgums board walk 500m at Charlottes; Main range Track ; Summit Walk
Illawong 1 hour each way is a special relatively easy do it yourself Start off down the hill from the Village heading south across Farm Creek. There is a flying fox here that is used in high water levels which would be unusual at Easter. So you rock hop over the creek. Don’t try the flying fox. Then up the hill and along to the Illawong Bridge and the Illawong Lodge.
MOUNT KOSCIUSZKO:
After going this far for a summer expedition, it is a natural to go to the top of Australia. From the Thredbo Chair Top to the summit is 6,5Km one way, and from Charlotte pass it is 9Km one-way. Parking is very restricted at Charlottes pass, so pick your day. Not Easter Sunday!! For the keen the trip to organize is match cars up, half to Thredbo and walk back to Charlotte via the summit and vice versa. Take two sets of keys to be certain!!! Plan all Summit trips with water and clothing. The highest toilet in Australia is available FREE,
The relic of Seamans hut is on the way 6km from Charlottes.
HOTELS: The Man Hotel in Central Perisher will be open from Noon to 10pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Guthega Alpine Hotel will be open for Morning Tea, Lunch, Afternoons and Dinners. Suggest Book for the Dinners.6457-5383. Nick is the Owner/Manager
Charlotte Pass Chalet will be open for lunch 12-2 and the coffee and bar until 5pm. The triple chair lift ride will be running for $5 for a top of the range view. The Fun Run ends at Charlotte on Easter Sunday. Easter Sunday is the heaviest day of the year for traffic so if you are just planning a casual visit, maybe one of the other days would be better. Stillwell Lodge at Charlotte is open for lunch and dinner.
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PAPERS AND MILK:
Available with coffees at Gingers in the Ski Tube Building.
FIRE BRIGADE: We are waiting for the Brigade shift change to organize it, but somehow we think we should have a demonstration of lots of water being pumped. Maybe 5.30Pm on the Saturday so we can see it from the Man. Will advise.
CORRECTIONS;
Any corrections to the program will be handed out on gate entry
GATE ENTRY:
NPWS have kindly agreed to a 3 for 2 discount rates for the BTPW attendance for Lodges that have registered with SLOPES as participants.
WE MUST ADVISE TO NPWS THE LODGE NAMES AND NUMBERS ATTENDING. SO YOU MUST REGISTER BACK WITH SLOPES TO GET THIS BREAK.
When you turn up at the gate you will be checked off by names and vehicle registration number.
You must email djread@bigpond.com to receive this cocession (Dave Read one of our vice-presidents will be forwarding eligible names/registration number to NPWS, so send them to him as early as possible and at least 2 weeks before going.)
THE MORE THE MERRIER, SO CIRCULATE YOUR MEMBERS.
Graeme Anderson
SLOPES
Discovery Walks, Talks and Tours Program
Kosciuszko National Park
Snowy Mountains Region
Autumn program
Saturday 3rd to Friday 9th April 2010
The United Nations has declared 2010 the International Year of Biodiversity so join a Discovery Ranger on a guided walk or activity to discover more about the variety of life in the Snowy Mountains.
EXPLORE THE KOSCIARIUM
Dare to touch dinosaur poo, take control of the Threatenator or have-a-go at making fire – the traditional way? Kosciuszko Education Centre is packed with fun hands-on activities and puzzles that will delight the kids. There is also alpine flora, fauna and history displays and the Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan showroom to visit.
In this, the International Year of Biodiversity, the centre is displaying ‘Now You See Us’, a photographic art display featuring some little know mountain plant species. Bookings not required.
Dates: Everyday Saturday 3rd to Friday 9th April 2010
Time: 9.00am - 4.00pm
Grade: Indoors
Cost: FREE
Meet at: Kosciuszko Education Centre, Sawpit Creek
WILD - PLAINS OF HEAVEN RAMBLE
Visit, or view, the ski fields of the past including Mt Sunrise, Plains of Heaven, Kerry View Hill, Devil’s Staircase, Stonehenge and Moon Rock on this 6km off-track walk. We will practice minimal impact walking techniques as we observe this rarely visited sub-alpine area. BYO lunch. Suitable for people over 10yrs old. Bookings essential.
Dates: Saturday 3rd April
Time: 10.00am - 1.00pm
Grade: Moderate
Cost: $4.00 child, $8.00 adult, $20.00 family
Meet at: Rainbow Lake Walk car park.
iLLAWONG ~ window with a view
This adventure takes us past Guthega Pondage and along the Snowy River to the edge of the Main Range. Located beside the Snowy River, Illawong Lodge has spectacular views of the Main Range. Constructed in 1927 to support ski touring high in the mountains it was enlarged in 1956 by the Illawong Ski Tourers and now serves as a remote base for this group. The walk has some short steep and rough inclines to negotiate but the rewards include great views, a refreshing cuppa and a tour of this reclusive lodge. Bookings essential.
Dates: Sunday 4th April
Time: 10.00am - 1.00pm
Grade: Medium
Cost: $4.00 child, $8.00 adult, $20.00 family
Meet at: Guthega Ski Resort Car Park
WILD - WILDLIFE WANDER
Hey kids, this wild world is full of fascinating living creatures. Join this activity-filled wander through the mountain forest and find out about some of the wonderful animals that live in the Snowy Mountains. We might crawl with wombats and fly with kookaburras, we will learn more about life in the forest. Suitable for 6 to 12 year olds but BYO adult friend. Bookings essential
Dates: Monday 5th & Wednesday 7th April
Time: 10.00am - 12.00 noon
Grade: Easy
Cost: $5.00 per child, adults free
Meet at: Kosciuszko Education Centre, Sawpit Creek
SKIING – PAST TO PRESENT
"It didn't matter cos there was a ton of snow there those days" Graeme about skiing in 1939.
Before GorTex and snowboards, and even before ski lifts, the snow attracted revellers and adventures alike. Join a guided tag along tour through the history of skiing in Kosciuszko National Park. Travel in your own car up Kosciuszko Road and hear Graeme talk about the early days of skiing (through your car CD/tape player). We will stop along the way to visit places that bring these times alive. Enjoy inside stories of the old Hotel Kosciusko, Bett's Camp and Kosciusko Chalet. Bring your car and photos, mementos and stories of your own early skiing experiences to share. Bookings essential
Dates: Monday 5th April
Time: 1.30pm - 3.30pm
Grade: Easy
Cost: $3.00 child, $6.00 adult, $15.00 family
Meet at: Kosciuszko Education Centre, Sawpit Creek
Rainbow Colours
Join us for a leisurely stroll through colourful heaths and snow gums in a sheltered sub-alpine valley to picturesque Rainbow Lake. With fun activities for children along the way this is an ideal walk for families with young children and active seniors. Bookings essential.
Dates: Wednesday 7th April
Time: 2.00 pm to 4.00pm
Grade: Easy
Cost: $3.00 child, $6.00 adult, $15.00 family
Meet at: Rainbow Lake Walk car park.
WHAT TO BRING
Wear sturdy shoes with good tread. Carry warm, wet weather gear, a hat, sun cream, food and water on all activities. This is particularly important for all walks.
WALK GRADES
Easy – Suitable for most people but take care with children.
Medium – Some steps or steep areas, suitable for people who regularly exercise.
Hard – Only for fit, experienced walkers. Steps and /or steep sections (Visitors with heart or breathing problems should not attempt these walks.)
BOOKINGS & PAYMENT
For more information, to make a booking or to cancel a booking, please contact:
Kosciuszko Education Centre 02 6451 3700 or
Snowy Region Visitor Centre 02 6450 5600
Payment should be made by cash only when you meet your guide at the start of your activity. All prices include GST.
INFORMATION
It is our aim to run all activities as scheduled. However we may have to cancel an activity due to weather conditions or insufficient participant numbers.
For your safety and wellbeing please discuss any medical conditions you have that may effect your ability to complete an activity at the time of booking or with your guide on the day.
The child rate is for children 4 yrs to 15 yrs. Family rate applies to a family group of 2 adults and 2 children. Child rate applies to additional children. An adult must accompany all children under 18 yrs.
Finishing times printed on the program are approximate only. Circumstances such as the number in the group, fitness levels and weather on the day may delay or cause the activity to finish earlier or later than the printed time.
blue lake walk
This walk will explore one of the most popular glacial features on the Main Range – Blue Lake cirque – carved out of granite and dammed by terminal moraine over thousands of years. After rock-hopping across the Snowy River below Charlotte’s Pass, the track climbs through alpine herbfields past Hedley Tarn Lookout to Blue Lake Lookout. Before descending to Blue Lake for lunch, we’ll side track to the edge of the Main Range to view the western slopes and some of the most spectacular mountain landscapes in Australia.
*Bookings essential – this free guided walk is not part of the Discovery program but being especially provided to members and guests of Perisher clubs as part of the Back To Perisher Weekend activities. Please contact Dave Woods on 64505616 or 0418689250 or email: dave.woods@environment.nsw.gov.au
Dates: Monday 5 April
Time: 10.00am – 4.00pm
Grade: Medium – approximately 12km return
Cost: FREE
Meet at: Charlotte Pass Turning Circle
PORCUPINE WALK
Commencing at Perisher Valley, this walk meanders through a mosaic of sub-alpine vegetation including snowgums, heaths, bogs and herbfields as you head towards the top of the Crackenback Range overlooking the Thredbo Valley. A short scamper up some boulders will reveal 360 degree views including the Main Range and the Monaro Plains – a perfect spot for some lunch. Returning via the same walking track, interpretation will cover flora, fauna and history of the area.
*Bookings essential – this free guided walk is not part of the Discovery program but being especially provided to members and guests of Perisher clubs as part of the Back To Perisher Weekend activities. Please contact Dave Woods on 64505616 or 0418689250 or email: dave.woods@environment.nsw.gov.au
Dates: Sunday 4 April
Time: 10.00am – 3.00pm
Grade: Easy-Moderate – approximately 5 km return
Cost: FREE
Meet at: Perisher Valley NPWS Office (in the Perisher Valley Carpark).
Waterfall track
This forested walk is a nice contrast to the other walks on the Main Range and the open plains of the sub-alpine area. Commencing at Sawpit Creek we’ll observe the regenerating forest of Candlebark, Mountain Gum and Ribbony Gum as we make our way to a cascading waterfall on Sawpit Creek. Crossing the bridge we’ll pass through a stand of Alpine Ash that used to be logged in this area in the late 19th century. Bring your binoculars and count how many species of bird we see and hear by the end of the walk.
*Bookings essential – this free guided walk is not part of the Discovery program but being especially provided to members and guests of Perisher clubs as part of the Back To Perisher Weekend activities. Please contact Dave Woods on 64505616 or 0418689250 or email: dave.woods@environment.nsw.gov.au
Dates: Friday 2 April
Time: 09.30am – 12.30pm
Grade: Easy
Cost: FREE
Meet at: Kosciuszko Education Centre, Sawpit Creek