Smugglers of Broken Bay (Bushwalking Skills)

This hike is based on entry level and some medium grade tracks. This includes some moderate ascents and descents as part of the training. This hike is suitable for entry level/beginners. The distance is 16 km over 2 days.

Route

Brooklyn then Little Wobby to Woy Woy via Highway Ridge, Rocky Ponds and Mount Wondabyne in the Brisbane Water National Park. "Board the Brooklyn Ferry bound for Little Wobby and retrace the steps of smugglers up the Highway Ridge Track"

Registrations open on Monday 9th January.

Register on Scout Event, download the form, complete it and send to the Region Office by Friday 24th Feburary.

Costs

There are no costs except for self catering and ferry/train.

Public transport is available to and from this event.

Learning outcomes

Learning to hike with a pack under load

Techniques for ascending and descending

Set up and maintain a temporary overnight site

Identify landmarks in the landscape and locate them on a topographic map

Maps

Broken Bay 9130-1N & Gosford 9131-2S