ENDING 2012 WITH A BANG, NOT A DODDLE

....NOT 5KMS FROM THE CITY

I hope you all enjoyed a very Happy Christmas, and in an attempt to end the year on a high note, we have a grand walk planned around Northbridge and Castlecrag. Who'd have thought there would be so much beautiful bush and such delightful views within a stone's throw of the CBD?

This walk is only about 5kms (we do deviate from the map slightly, found another shortcut!) lots of bush track, some steps (lots actually) and a few hills to climb, and, just cause I can - there are ..........'many rivers to cross' (only 2 really)

Coffee in Castlecrag on our way back to Chez Ramsey for a light brunch to celebrate 6 months of Sunday rambles. Sounding good?

Would you please bring a small plate of something to share? There will be about 14 of us, Sue has offered to bring a plate of fruit, and it would be nice if you let me know what is arriving so I can fill any gaps, thanks. 

Meet at our place at 8am, park in Tenilba Road, looking forward to seeing a lively crew on Sunday.

Here's the link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/workout/215567720

Cheers,

Bernadette

KISSING, BREWING, PUNTING - WHAT A WAY TO END 2012

HOW MANY WAYS???

Just how many ways are there to go from Putney to Mortlake???

Start again in Pellisier Road Putney, this time head for Ryde, through Bennelong Park, (lookout Marg, there is history here), cross the Ryde Bridge and head for Kokoda (easier than the last time, Robert) then a short hop to the punt (via a conveniently located coffee shop).

You might find out why Kissing Point is so named.........very nautical. History and beer buffs might have heard of James Squires, we pass by the sight of his Malt Shovel Brewery.........and loads more.

Don't be put off by the distance, it is all flat track, and there is that vast distance across the river to deduct...........

Thanks everyone for sharing our Sydney Sunday adventures, we have had such fun and made such discoveries, and I am sure we have ended the year fitter than we started.

Here's the link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/159560840

Merry Christmas to those we won't see on Sunday, and cheers for a fit and fun 2013.

Bernadette 

MIXED UP? BEDLAM? JUST ANOTHER SUNDAY MORN

PUNTING TO PUTNEY

Very alliterative this weekend..............park in Pellisier Rd, at the end of Putney Park.

It is a mixed bag - start walking, pick up the Ferry at 9.23 from Huntley's Point to Cabarita, then walk some more and catch the 10.30 Putney Punt aka Mortlake Ferry across to Putney Park.

Discoveries this Sunday will be the old asylum, now Gladesville Hospital, hence Bedlam Bay. We pass a tiny beach where inmates were permitted to swim; some lovely foreshore parks, with good views across the bay, and a bonus view of two bridges, ahhhh. Included for your viewing pleasure are some aboriginal rock carvings of kangaroos - something for everyone!

Don't be deceived by the map-my-run distance of 13kms, that includes the distance over water, coffee stop at Cabarita before a walk to the punt.

Bring some cash for ferries and coffee, see you at 8am Sunday, this looks like a goodie.

Here's the link : http://www.mapmyrun.com/workout/210114531

Bernadette xo

FRENCH CONNECTION

WHO KNEW???

Last week we ended our walk near Hen and Chicken Bay, I was expecting lots of chook references in the blog, but...............

as we continue on the shore we discover some French (Canadian) Connections - Canada Bay, Exile Bay and France Bay. A little known episode in our history is revealed; after the Lower Canada Rebellion of 1838, 60 rebels were deported to Australia and spent their time constructing Parramatta Road and collecting oyster shells for making lime. Bayview Park has a memorial to these rebels, you can read more on Wikipedia.

Starting in Charleton Street, Abbotsford, we follow the shore as far as possible, looking across the bay at the Animal Quarantine Station and other POIs from last week.

A loop is not possible, so the ferry from Cabarita Wharf to Abbotsford Wharf leaves at 10.25am, which should be good timing after a coffee on the point. 

Steve clocks this at over 8kms so just imagine what my ipod will read.

Here's the link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/workout/208069135

Bernadette xo

LOOK OUT - CHISWICK, HERE WE COME

NOT QUITE IN THE CHOOK YARD..................

This Sunday we start our walk on the corner of Kokoda St and Blackwall Point Road, Chiswick. Park the car in Kokoda St, coffee afterwards in Amoretti"s cafe in Bechert Road (bet you've never been to Bechert Rd!!!)

This is a picturesque walk,(only about 7kms); it takes in some familiar territory for those of us whose sons rowed for High. We visit the beautiful old mansion built by the Renwick family, the old animal quarantine station in Abbotsford and we see the Searle memorial, an interesting post sticking up in the middle of the waterway.

Usual start time of 8am, let me know either by SMS or a comment here if you are coming - the weather forecast is good.

Here's the link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/workout/205934295

Till Sunday.........

Bernadette xo

BETTER LATE THAN NEVER!

Apologies for the late post.................things have been a little hectic chez Ramsey.

Tomorrow we rendezvous at 8am in the carpark for the Gunners Barracks in Suakin Drive, Georges Heights.

This distance might seem short but the track includes stairs(yes!!) and some hills and there is an opportunity to lengthen the distance and take in the gun emplacements past the oval - if there is time.

Burnt Orange is the cafe we have in mind, a lovely spot indeed.

Hope to see you bright and early Sunday morn, 

Bernadette

Here's the link:http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/153926119

REMEMBRANCE DAY

11 NOVEMBER

Steve and I won't join you this Sunday so we have the default plan of the Bay Run. Sue tells me there is a new cafe where the Apia Club used to be, now a function centre called Le Montage - 38 Frazer Street, Lilyfield. 

So without knowing anything about parking there, how about you meet at Le Montage at 8am and have a great walk.

Happy birthday Val!

Cheers, 
B

LET'S TRY LIZZIE....AGAIN

IN AN EASTERLY DIRECTION....

For a change of scene this Sunday we will head over to the eastern side. This is an interesting walk with lots of variation. Passing by Garden Island, Elizabeth Bay and Rushcutters Bay, we also discover some interesting steps and hidden shortcuts to historic Elizabeth Bay House and delightful Fred McElhone Park, one of the most picturesque spots you will find.

There are hills and flats, we designed the walk so that we go DOWN the steps(phew!), the distance  measures 7.7kms so it should be a good challenge.

We will meet at 8am in the pedestrian Plaza opposite the Finger Wharf, on Cowper Wharf Road, near pedestrian lights.  On street parking for 2 hours is available if you make a right hand turn after the Shell Service Station on Cowper Wharf Road.

Could you let me know if you will be coming, either by commenting here or by SMS as we have a few scratchings this Sunday.

Cheers,
Bernadette

Here's the link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/142471689

MAGDALA MAGIC

IT'S A BIGGIE.........

As mentioned last Sunday we are extending our walk this weekend, to about 10kms. We might encounter some extra pedestrian traffic on Fig Tree Bridge due to the 7 Bridges Walk, but apart from that we should have the bush tracks to ourselves (almost).

We have decided to start and finish at Magdala Oval where there is plenty of parking, and afterwards it is only a short drive to Boronia Park for a coffee. 

See you on Sunday, 8am.

Here's the link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/146487581

Bernadette .

21 AGAIN.......

To celebrate the 21st October we will take off from the Northern Suburbs Athletics Field  and complete a 5.5km loop. 

This walk was on our early itinerary but it will be new to most of our group. 

Meet at 8am, the field is easy to find - in Mowbray Road, near the intersection of Epping Highway (just up the hill, not far from the intersection).

Steve and I have in our minds an interesting 10km walk ( for the near future ), which we will discuss on Sunday. Maybe we can put aside a little more time one Sunday and undertake this longer route? It really is not that much longer than some of our recent walks.

Look forward to seeing you on Sunday.

http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/102989957

Bernadette

LONGING FOR LONGUEVILLE

This Sundays adventure starts in Dettman Ave Longueville. Plenty of free parking at the end of this cul-de-sac, where the bush track leads us across the park and in front of Iggies. 

We discover a little piece of history in an old well and continue walking along the waterfront as far as the track goes. Then we hit the streets and close the loop - the only thing missing is the cafe at the end of the walk. We will have to travel to the Lane Cove Plaza for coffee, the suggestion is 'Pablo and Rusty's' cafe.

Up the creek without a paddle!

                                                          Anyone for a dip?

Well, well, well!                                                                                                      Ha ha ha!

                                                                 Wildlife in the burbs

Here's the link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/144586739

See you Sunday.

Bernadette  

REVISION FOR SUNDAY OCTOBER 7

Steve and I did a little parking reconnoitre this afternoon and have decided to alter the starting point of our walk on Oct 7th. 

Meet at Harry's Cafe de Wheels at 8am - parking is ok in some of the streets surrounding this ie McElhone, Nesbitt and Plunkett Streets(towards the Tilbury Hotel)

You can make a right turn from Cowper Wharf Road near the Shell servo, park the car - and just make sure you don't try to sneak an early coffee at Harry's.

Looking forward to it,

Bernadette

LIZZIE BAY HERE WE COME!

In an easterly direction.....

For a change of scene this Sunday we will head over to the eastern side. This is an interesting walk with lots of variation. Passing by Garden Island, Elizabeth Bay and Rushcutters Bay, we also discover some interesting steps and hidden shortcuts to historic Elizabeth Bay House and delightful Fred McElhone Park, one of the most picturesque spots you will find.

There are hills and flats, we designed the walk so that we go DOWN the steps(phew!), the distance  measures 7.7kms so it should be a good challenge.

We will meet at 8am at the end of Elizabeth Bay Road where the road loops around a little park, with free on street parking.

http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/142471689

This should be interesting and fun, see you Sunday.

Bernadette

THIRD QUARTER END.........

To mark the passing of three quarters of 2012 this Sunday we will stay west of the Bridge, with a walk around Drummoyne.

Begin at 8am from the Drummoyne Bakehouse Cafe, 150 Lyons Road, near the corner with Gipps Street, close to the fish shop.

We will walk to Birkenhead and around St Georges Cres before crossing under Gladesville Bridge. It is an interesting walk, even though we don't have as much access to the waterfront as one might expect.

This one plots out at 7kms with a few hills thrown in for fun.

Looking forward to Sunday :-)

B xo

The link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/140310143

SPRING FUN

For this Spring Sunday 22nd we will traverse the suburbs of Cammeray, Willoughby and Northbridge.

Meet at the Shell service station on Miller Street at Cammeray, there will be plenty of free parking either on Miller Street or in the council car park behind the servo.

This walk, though only about 5kms, has some hills, stairs, and a variety of scenery; you might be surprised to be walking on a bush track here and there.....it should be challenging enough.

I am looking forward to catching up with everybody, it has been a few weeks for me.

See you 8am Sunday.
B

Here is the link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/137630377

BACK TO THE BAY

BAY RUN

This weekend will see those who are in Sydney take on the Bay Run, starting from the cafe at Nield Park at 8am. Our contingent will be smaller as so many are out of town but it looks like a lovely weather weekend. Enjoy!

Bernadette

ISLAND HOPPING

ACROSS THE SEA.............

We have talked about it...........now it's time to 'just do it'!

This Sunday we are off to Cockatoo (Island, that is). The Biennale of Sydney is still on, so after we walk around the island you might want to stay on and experience the Biennale, or hop on a ferry and return............it's up to you.

Meet at either Greenwich Wharf or Valencia Street  Woolwich Wharf at 8am - don't be late, ferry departs Greenwich 8.01am and Woolwich 8.04am.

We will walk around the island before the official opening time of 10am, then if you want to enjoy any of the many offerings it is up to you how much time you spend. Cafes appear to be open from 8am, and the free ferries start at 10am so maybe we will have to pay on the way over, but maybe not.

Please let me know if you are coming and which wharf you will be departing from. Looking forward to another Sunday morn adventure. 

B. xo

Here are a few links to inspire: www.bos18.com  
                                                      www.cockatooisland.gov.au/events/biennale


Ferry departures: Greenwich 8.01am
                               Woolwich   8.04am


From Cockatoo Island.: 9.17am
                                         9.47am
                                       10.42am

FATHERS DAY

SAME START........

We have a smaller contingent this weekend as we bid bon voyage to Sue & Pete, and Marg & Bruce.

Not daunted, we start our walk in the same place as a few weeks ago, cnr of  Mount Street Walk and Refinery Drive Pyrmont - remember coins for the parking meters. This time we head across the Anzac Bridge after a scenic circuit around the Fish Markets. Should be fun!

See you there at 8am Sunday.

Here's the link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/130527689

NO WAY JOSE

In honour of a special Birthday boy, there will be no Burbnbay meeting this weekend, back on the hoof in the first weekend of September, though our numbers will be depleted due to overseas travels. 

Bon voyage to Sue and Pete and Marg and Bruce, we look forward to hearing all about your adventures on your return.

B.

APRES SKI

I look forward to hearing about last weeks adventures in Balmain.

This Sunday 19th, we have Pyrmont in our sights. This is a fascinating walk, have you ever heard of Darling Island? No, not a tropical holiday destination, right here on our doorstep. All will be revealed on Sunday at 8am.

This is about a 7km walk, not many hills and definitely no bush tracks, some interesting cityscapes and a fascinating water sculpture featuring cantilevered ladders.......

We begin the walk near the corner of Mount Street Walk and Refinery Drive, no free parking around here so bring some coins. We then proceed along the waterfront and see the Bridge from a different perspective, before we get up close and personal with the Anzac Bridge.

Looking forward to catching up, and hoping my legs still work after a week on the snow.

Here is the link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/122612721

WEATHER
Our wet weather policy is : if it is miserable and rainy we will cancel. 

A few showers will not discourage us, use sms if in doubt, but we don't need to put ourselves through nasty weather conditions. This is after all meant to be fun. :-)

Hasta luego,

Bernadette

Missing in Action

Missing in Action


Sunday was a lovely traipse through the Gardens and across the Bridge and back, the walk was over 9km so well done everyone. I am loving the interesting walks, learning more about my beautiful city and spending time in fine company.


Thanks for the donations to Royal Flying Doctor Service, Warwick will deliver them to the Dubbo South Rotary Foundation, who I am sure will be most appreciative.


Steve and I will be schooshing down some ski slopes next week, and Pete and Sue are away for the weekend, so we thought we would recycle a previous walk through Balmain. Trevor and Sharon have done this before but it will be new for everyone else.


Look back at the blog for June 1st to see any notes re the walk, and have a good time.


Here is the link:  :http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/107161731

Cheers,


Bernadette

August Adventures

August is a big birthday month - happy birthday Trevor, who is celebrating with Sharon and the family at Mollymook. Have a great time, we will miss you both on our walk this weekend.


Way back when I proposed these Sunday morning walks as an alternative to the City to Surf I mentioned that Warwick goes on an outback 4WD trip which fundraises for the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Donations are fully tax deductible and the total amount goes directly to the RFDS. If you are interested in making a donation I will pass it on to Warwick, the convoy departs next week. Cheques may be made out to: Rotary Club of Dubbo South Foundation.


This weekend we take on the CBD.

We meet at 8am, Milson's Point Station, on the Kirribilli side, at the base of the stairs leading to....you guessed it ....the Harbour Bridge. We will cross the Bridge, walk through the Domain and Botanic Gardens before fronting the Opera House and returning over the Bridge.
It is a little longer than our previous walks but we have been building our endurance and there are no uneven stairs or bush tracks, and of course, a choice of coffee shops at the finish. 


We didn't check out parking, it may be meter parking near the station, but a few blocks away it could be free.


Let's hope for a lovely sunny Sunday.


Here's the link: http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/119195945

Cheers,
Bernadette