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<rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content"><channel><title>EveryTrail Feed</title><description/><link>http://www.everytrail.com</link><language>en-us</language><lastBuildDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:39:53 -0200</lastBuildDate><pubDate>Thu, 20 Jun 2013 02:39:53 -0200</pubDate><image><url>http://www.everytrail.com/images/everytrail-logo.png</url><title>EveryTrail</title><link>http://www.everytrail.com</link><description>GPS travel community, geotagging, geotagged photos, Google Maps, GPS tracks, waypoints, coordinates</description><width>144</width><height>41</height></image><item><title><![CDATA[Wallarah Creek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wallarah Creek is a 11Km easy trip displaying wonderful and colourful surroundings. It is decorated by beautiful red Gum trees, Banksias and bird life.I &amp;nbsp;accessed to creek from the boat ramp situated at the end of&amp;nbsp; Emu Dr. San Remo. Creek is tidal but provides deep water for access up to weir under the Motorway Bridge.&amp;nbsp;I could possibly carry my kayak over the weir but&amp;nbsp; it is still very new and not game to damage it.This creek provided a very enjoyable paddle.&amp;nbsp; It is clean, natural and full of wonderful colours. Arguably the best creek in central coast :) <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/249123-Hanging_out_.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/249116-Banksia_Plus.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/249119-Broken_trees.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/249117-Big_trunk_in_water.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=115556</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=115556</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2009 17:48:07 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Myall Lakes Canoeing Trip 2009]]></title><description><![CDATA[While we had a little rain during the trip, it ended with a beautiful sunset and dawn paddle.Awesome trip with great company. <br><img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_a1SSF_vgQ4c/SvfxWkOqjuI/AAAAAAAAAPY/LCVe82gJhM8/s200/IMG_3259.JPG"/> <img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_a1SSF_vgQ4c/Svfxe1wlBtI/AAAAAAAAAPc/XBawrXHz37I/s200/IMG_3260.JPG"/> <img src="http://lh5.ggpht.com/_a1SSF_vgQ4c/SvfyklEjJqI/AAAAAAAAAQY/cdvSFFUXukg/s200/IMG_3284.JPG"/> <img src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_a1SSF_vgQ4c/Svfy80tFgPI/AAAAAAAAAQo/hbOR3BuC3ww/s200/IMG_3288.JPG"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=417021</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=417021</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:32:10 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nerong to Shelley Beach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Overnight trip starting at Nerong and camping at Shelley Beach Campground. The NPWS campground was pretty busy so I found a clearing&amp;nbsp;about 0.5km south for some peace and quiet. <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/436687-B0008148.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/436688-B0008156.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/436689-B0008157.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/436690-B0008161.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=247045</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=247045</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Jun 2009 20:19:12 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Swansea to Spoon Rocks]]></title><description><![CDATA[This was a trip organised by the Hunter Kayak Klan. This was my longest coastal trip yet and it was good to have the security of more experienced Klan members around.It was a calm day and crossing the Swansea Bar was no problems. From there we headed south past Caves Beach to Spoon Rocks for a short break. We then headed further south to look at a large cave. It was decided that entering this cave was beyond our skills (maybe next time). South of the cave was a small rocky inlet protected by two rocky outcrops. While passing the inlet was rough it was calm inside.We then returned to Swansea and caught a couple of waves over the bar before returning to the boat ramp <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/439063-004_edited-1.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/439064-010_edited-1.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/439075-P4130054.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/439065-011_edited-1.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=248627</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=248627</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 04:55:17 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patonga to Cowan Point]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is my second solo into Broken Bay. Departed from Patonga Creek boat ramp all stops to Cowan Point and back, 28kms. I stayed very close to the edge. It is bit like what I would like to call a ‘bush walk by the water’s edge’. I stopped on almost every beach I saw. I was pleasantly surprised to find many small but otherwise very cute waterfalls all the way.
Hungry beach, Little Pittwater beach, Refuge Bay and Cottage Rock are all great stopovers here. I enjoyed the landscape decorated with hanging gum trees and black boys, saw one sea eagle, many water birds and an army of Soldier Crabs at Refuge bay.I had lunch at Cowan Point (near beach with no name on map). I turned back to Patonga via Little Shark Rock Point (I was bit concerned there J), stopping at Fisherman’s Beach and Broken Bay national Fitness Camp. <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/478889-Patonga_ramp_-_departure_point.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/478890-Hungry_Beach_.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/478892-Hungry_Beach_waterfall.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/478891-hungry_beach_from_waterfall.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=279901</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=279901</link><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2009 06:46:47 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Horseshoe Beach to Signet Wreck]]></title><description><![CDATA[<br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/557606-Signet___Kayak_web_.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/557608-06122008129.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/557607-Signet_wreck_web_.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=328508</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=328508</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2009 22:38:20 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Violet Hill - Neromie]]></title><description><![CDATA[A three day trip from Violet Hill around Myall Lake. Some rain and wind but good trip.<br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/1869827-Myall2010_004.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/1869828-Myall2010_005.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/1869829-Myall2010_006.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/1869830-Myall2010_007.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=820116</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=820116</link><pubDate>Wed, 22 Sep 2010 06:35:18 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Berowra Waters to Murramurra]]></title><description><![CDATA[Trip was run by NSW Sea Kayak Club on 13 June 2009 with return trip on 14 June.<br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/434916-Murramurra_001.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/434917-Murramurra_010.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/434915-Murramurra_023.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/434919-Murramurra_029.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=245341</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=245341</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:03:13 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pourmalong Creek]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paddle with Auskayaks paddle group. About 8.5km round trip.6 kayaks  hit the water at Morrisett Hosp with a calm overcast morning. Lots of submerged logs just below the surface most of them we got over no problems. The turnaround spot seemed to be the point where things got harder. <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/2413199-DSCF0234.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/2413190-DSCF0235.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/2413186-DSCF0236.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/2413185-DSCF0237.JPG"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=972650</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=972650</link><pubDate>Sat, 19 Feb 2011 21:52:47 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dutchmans Bay to Corrie Island]]></title><description><![CDATA[I first did this trip with Graeme who is a local. This trip can have everthing form flat water and mangroves to swell and tidal races. As usual in Port Stephens there is a good chance of dolphins. <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/434796-002.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/434797-005.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/434798-006.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/434799-009.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=245224</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=245224</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 22:48:48 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kayak on Woronora River]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kayak from the Woronora Bridge boat ramp to the Needles.<br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/185260-PB150644.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/185240-PB150646.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/185247-PB150648.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/185261-PB150651.JPG"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=81393</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=81393</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 04:05:56 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kayak the Upper Port Hacking to Audley weir]]></title><description><![CDATA[Started out from the Swallow Rock boat ramp at Grays Point from there, headed west to Audley stopping along&amp;nbsp;the way to find a Geocache.Once at the weir, a small opening on the Northern wall allowed us to lift the kayak out of the river, put the wheels on and cart the kayak across Sir Bertram Stevens Drive for a stop over at the cafe and quick read of the Sunday paper.We had planned to continue up the river in to the National Park however there was a sign next to the jetty that stated private craft are not allowed in the river.&amp;nbsp; Most probably to keep the local boat hire place happy. So it was back across the road and on the water again, stopping wherever there was a nice beach area and some shade.&amp;nbsp; Once back at Grays Point, we continued past the ramp and North in to the marsh area for a quick look.&amp;nbsp; Continuing on we rounded the point and pulled up on the huge sand flats and then it was back to the ramp and off home.&amp;nbsp; <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/188892-PB300677.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/188887-PB300690.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/188886-PB300689.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/188885-PB300688.JPG"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=83690</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=83690</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2008 23:11:32 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Narara Creek]]></title><description><![CDATA[
Narara Creek to Railway Bridge&amp;nbsp;in Gosford is an easy 10Km kayaking. In this trip I landed my Kayak from near the Gavenlock Oval. Alternatively beach near the Sailing Club in Gosford can be used for this.Narara Creek is enveloped by Mangrove trees on both sides. Water is deep, allowing access even in low tide up to Showground Rd Bridge near Paddy Clifton Oval. Creek is tidal but waters are safe for beginners.Creek provides very little landing zone, particularly in high tide. However there is a sandy little section near the Gavenlock Oval and also at the back of Bait and Tackle shop in Dell Rd.Narara creek is enclosed by Industrial and Commercial development on&amp;nbsp;Mans Rd side and by recreational areas like Golf course, Gosford Showground and Gosford Racecourse on the other side.Have a nice trip. <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/248654-Sandy_bit_at_Narara_Creek.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/248649-Bird_on_Narara_Creek.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/246587-Narara_Creek.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/248650-Ducks_on_Narara_Creek.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=118026</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=118026</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2009 04:41:01 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Roseville to Scotts Creek Middle Harbour]]></title><description><![CDATA[The starting point for this paddle is inside the Garigal National Park. &amp;nbsp;Access to the starting point from Warringah Road is at the Eastern end of Roseville Bridge and you must be traveling west to get on to it. Go through the park gates and all the way up to the end.&amp;nbsp; There are some wood and gravel steps where we launched our Kayak.The best time to do this paddle is when the tide is high. It is difficult to getinto Scotts Creek at low tide.&amp;nbsp; After launching, head south east along the left hand bank. This is the Southern edge of the Garigal National Park.&amp;nbsp; After about 2.5 km Flat Rock Beach will appear on your left. This is one of the only beaches in the area and it is nice place to have a swim. Just after Flat Rock Beach on the left is Bantry Bay. The red roofed buildings in the bay are what remain of an explosives magazine complex built in 1915 and closed in 1974. Before 1915, the area had a dance hall, swings and merry-go-rounds reachable by pleasure steamer. The Irishman who created it called the area the “Killarney of Australia”, which is how this suburb came to be known as Killarney Heights. Interestingly, the building at Killarney Point, now used by the Mosman Rowing Club, was also once a dance hall.From Bantry Bay head south across the channel to Yeoland Point then round the tip of Castle Cove into Sugarloaf Bay.&amp;nbsp; In the 1870s, this area was another picnic ground where Sunday ferries and boats brought parties of day-trippers. There are actually still remains of the dance hall, a landing jetty, and other facilities.&amp;nbsp; Head to the right of The Sugarloaf to the end of the bay and you will see a dense Mangrove forest and the narrow entry to Scotts Creek. The Sugarloaf got its name because refined sugar used to come in cone shaped “loaves” and the headland on Middle Cove looks like one of them.Wind your way through the Mangroves that line Scotts Creek as far as you can go (which will depend on the tide). The peacefulness of the creek provides a really nice contrast with the open spaces of Middle Harbour.When you leave the creek on the way back, if you look up to the left you willsee a castle. This was built in 1904 and was the home of the first permanent residents of Castle Cove.Making our way back to the start, we stopped in one of our favourite places - the Echo Point cafe and Marina for a quick Cappucino.&amp;nbsp; Whilst in the area, we continued past the bridge and further up the rive to see what was ahead.&amp;nbsp; it was getting realy hot being a heat wave on the day so we called it quits and made our way back to the ramp.&amp;nbsp; The upper river will have to wait another day for exploration.Most of the text for this report came from an excellent site you should check out - http://www.escapology.com.au/guides/scottcrk.pdfDex <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/259022-P2080907.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/259023-P2080909.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/259024-P2080911.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/259025-P2080913.JPG"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=123315</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=123315</link><pubDate>Sun, 8 Feb 2009 02:11:45 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Budgewoi Lake]]></title><description><![CDATA[This is a day trip to Budgewoi Lake on 28 Feb 09.The lake is beautiful but like many areas of Tuggerah Lakes, it is shallow and you must follow the channel. On this particular day, Lake was very calm and flat and there was hardly any boaties on the water.I was disappointed&amp;nbsp;in that &amp;nbsp;I could not fallow the edge of the water on the way back due to shallow waters. It was low tide though. Perhaps on a high tide, one may be able to do a full inner circumnavigation of the lake.Lake provides very little resting areas and not many sandy sections. On a low tide though you could simply park in the middle of the lake which provides ample sand :). <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/540110-Boat_Ramp.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/540119-San_Remo_-_Wallarah_Ramp.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/540114-Budgewoy_Pelicans.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/540118-Pelicans_at_Budgewoy.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=136918</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=136918</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2009 00:28:40 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tallowa Dam to Shoalhaven Gorge Kayak camp trip]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was time to do something adventurous with the kayaks so what a better way to enjoy the outdoors than kayak down a remote river and camp overnight?We started the trip first meeting at a cafe in Kangaroo valley.&amp;nbsp; It was sunny driving down from Sydney however once we were soon engulfed in cool fog as we drove down the mountain in to the valley.&amp;nbsp; Once filled up with cappuccino, it was time to make the 20km drive toward Tallowa dam which is where this trip really starts.Arriving at the dam we were surprised to see there were already about 10 cars parked and then a few family tribes pull in behind us complete with kids!&amp;nbsp; Fortunately they were heading North towards Bendeela camp grounds and we were heading South into the Shoalhaven Gorge along the Shoalhaven River.&amp;nbsp;After about half hour of loading and testing the Kayaks to make sure they weren't going to tip over, we started our journey.&amp;nbsp; Traveling along at about 5km/h the scenery soon changes to sheer cliffs as we enter the gorge.&amp;nbsp; Bell birds echo from the cavernous amphitheater like towers.&amp;nbsp; Soon in to the trip we had a slight problem with the chairs starting to lean over causing the kayak to list to port side.&amp;nbsp; It was time to pull over and fix it before all the gear ended up in the river.&amp;nbsp; Problem fixed and we were back on the river.&amp;nbsp; After about 1.5hrs peddling (we all have Hobie Kayaks with peddle power) the camp site came in to view.&amp;nbsp; On a previous trip I marked out the sites on the GPS so we had some idea of what they looked like.&amp;nbsp; This site which I called campsite 3 was chosen as the place to make our camp for the night.It wasn't long before the fire was going, tents were up and it was time to explore or relax.&amp;nbsp; We decided to head further down the river to see if there were other campsites.&amp;nbsp; About 3.5kms down the river we discovered a large site with sandy beach front and large grassed areas complete with fireplace.&amp;nbsp; I think this will be our site of choice next time we camp out.Night was soon upon us and it was time for cooking up a gourmet camp meal and relax with a few drinks.&amp;nbsp; As the night went on, the wildlife started coming out of the bushes and it wasn't long before a possum decided to wonder around checking out all the camp gear looking for a snack.&amp;nbsp; The possum was interested in the wine bottle and we enjoyed watching him trying to get the lid off.Time for sleeping so we all settled in for the night however I think half the Shoalhaven wildlife took residence at the camp site as there was a lot of noise as the possums and whatever else was out there scratched around looking for something to eat.&amp;nbsp; Morning was soon upon us and although the sun had well and truly risen, the rays of light did not beam down for some time due to the shear cliffs blocking the sun.The adventure had nearly come to an end and it was time to go.&amp;nbsp; We packed the kayaks (a little lighter now all the alcohol had been consumed!) and made our way back to the dam.&amp;nbsp; We made good speed back fuelled by a hearty breakfast of bacon and eggs.&amp;nbsp; Averaging 6km/h it took about 1.5 hrs to return to the dam.&amp;nbsp; Wow, there must have been about 30 people and the same amount of kayaks coming and going from the dam.&amp;nbsp; It sure is busy for&amp;nbsp; such a remote place!Having a last chat on the CB, we said farewell to my sister as they headed off home whilst Janice, Greg, Kerrie and I had another cappuccino at the cafe before heading off back to home where we caught up with reality once again. <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/310860-P3211023.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/310861-P3211026.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/310862-P3211027.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/310863-P3211029.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=156526</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=156526</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2009 07:59:18 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ettalong Beach to Pitt Water]]></title><description><![CDATA[My first time crossing&amp;nbsp; from Ettalong Beach to Barrenjoey Head. Nice and sunny day with some swell. We have seen a bit of activity coming back with Dragon Boat racing and Sail boat racing at the same time.The Basin is a great spot. Journey had the company of John, Owen and Henry, Henry being the trip leader.We stopped at West Head Beach for a cup coffee and had lunch at The Basin. Great spot, great company, great place. <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/422212-Ettalong_Beach.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/422213-West_Head_Beach.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/422214-The_Basin.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=201535</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=201535</link><pubDate>Sat, 9 May 2009 08:28:28 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Woy Woy to Kincumber]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sunny Day but&amp;nbsp; windy. Wind Speeds 20 to 30 Knots W/ SW. I tried my high angle carbon paddle on this day for the first time. High winds and high angles do not go together. I was happy with the new paddle's performance.I also tested my Kovea Titanium Gas burner in the wind. A cup of water in less than a minute, not too bad. Enjoyed my first cup of tea on the sand island near Davistown / Kincumber South.This is a good workout just under 20Kms but visually not so entertaining. Wind made it somehow interesting and hard going today. Photos in this trip were taken on another trip to this area. <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/540126-Boat_ramp_at_woy_woy.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/540131-woy_woy_to_Kincumber.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/540127-Duck_on_a_sunday_drive.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/540128-mirage_at_rest.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=208769</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=208769</link><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2009 06:02:49 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patonga 2 Jerusalem Bay]]></title><description><![CDATA[One great trip from Patonga to Jerusalem Bay with Hunter Kayak Klan &amp;nbsp;members Henry, Owen, Annie, Phil, Deb, Ben, Ted and John.Forecasted Winds were 20 to 30 Knots W/SW westerly but it was much calmer than this. Stopped at Refuge Bay. Had a look at the waterfall. Unfortunately water was 'running out' unlike the week before which was reportedly 'pouring down'.This was my first trip to Jerusalem&amp;nbsp;Bay and it &amp;nbsp;was great.Lovely spot. <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/422204-hide_out.JPG"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/422203-Jerusalem_Bay.JPG"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=235625</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=235625</link><pubDate>Tue, 9 Jun 2009 07:28:31 -0500</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Patonga to Morning Bay plus Lion Island]]></title><description><![CDATA[I launched to water from Patonga Creek and crossed over to Pittwater, following the edge all the way to Morning Bay. I stopped at Resolute Beach for a break (beautiful little beach all for myself). Calm conditions, wonderful sunny day, I took another stop at Morning bay. Checked out the waterfall here but it was not running. Never the less it was interesting landscape at low tide. I had company of a family with a dingy during my tea break. Although I wanted to reach Scotland island, I could have been late to return in time.
On the way back, there was not much to see at Palm Beach side of the Pittwater. I took another break at Palm Beach. It was rather crowded but very relaxed atmosphere.  Following the edge around the Barrenjoey Head, nature reserve area was beautiful but it was wrong planning on my behalf, i should have taken a break here instead of Palm beach. Perhaps next time. With weather holding well,small swell, it was time for me to do the circumnavigation of the Lion Island as I always wanted. As I left Barrenjoey Head on glassy water and came closer to south side of the Island, I noticed the surface of the water on the horizon has changed. Realising that the wind is coming I paddled nervously alongside the edge and sure enough wind picked up and water turn into washing machine. Although conditions were not so dangerous I was by myself and there was not many boats around but I was determined to continue.  As I turned to the north side of the Island conditions even become more interesting but there was a fishing boat not so far and I continued my journey successfully.
This was a long paddle for all means for me at this stage of my experience. Definitely a first 39K in a day paddle. I was tired but content experiencing the beautiful Pittwater and the wilderness of the Lion Island. I guess I needed a long paddle to be on my own in these beautiful little beaches to let go of a long time family friend Geoff who has passed away suddenly two weeks ago at the age of 50. <br><img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/539338-resolute_Beach.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/539340-resolute_beach_waterfall.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/539339-resolute_Beach_top_view.jpg"/> <img src="http://images.everytrail.com/pics/thumbnail/539341-morning_bay.jpg"/> ]]></description><guid>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=318574</guid><link>http://www.everytrail.com/view_trip.php?trip_id=318574</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2009 07:18:10 -0500</pubDate></item></channel></rss>
	