Terrain 1 Smooth , reasonably flat path 2 Graded path / track with minor obstacles 3 Graded track with obstacles such as rock , roots , fallen debris or creek crossings 4 Rough unformed track or open terrain with obstacles such as rock , roots , fallen debris or creek crossings 5 Rough or rocky terrain with small climbs using hands or rock hopping 6 Steep , rough or rocky terrain with large climbs using hands or rock hopping 7 Climb / descend step rock using hands or footholds , may be some exposure , good upper body strength 8 Climb / descend near vertical rock with exposure , climbing skills may be required 9 Sustained climbing or descending of vertical or near vertical rock with exposure , advanced climbing skills required , good upper body strength
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Federation Mountain Rescue
Heads Up for Saturday 25 March 2017 -- Jenny ’ s Water Hole , Mount Barney National Park Walk Description
The walk starts at the Yellow Pinch Car Park in Barney National Park NW of Rathdowney . There are toilets at the Picnic Area . This is a straight forward walk , along the main track to the base of Mount Barney . Although , there is a small hill at the start that leads to a small style / gate . Then it is downhill for a short while and along the flats . There are three Fords to cross which should make it interesting after this rain . The rivers / creeks come up and go down quickly in this area . Jenny ’ s water hole is / was located just passed the third crossing . I say was because the hole itself got washed away in a flood last year . A new water hole has appeared a little further downstream . We will have morning tea at this location . Those that wish can join me in exploring the road ahead of Jenny Water Hole . The return trip is back along the road we came in on . About 500 metres before we get back to the cars those that wish , may take the 5 minuet climb to the Pinch ( Yellow Pinch ) to admire the views of the local mountains . It ’ s well worth the effort . Now back down the hill for a well-deserved lunch either via the road or down the bush track spur . Walk Details
Meeting Time 7 AM Location Beaudesert Jubilee Park next to Fuel Station Grade M – ( 3 fitness ) – ( 3 agility ) Distance About 8 KM Food
Morning Tea , BBQ Lunch see below and BYO Drinks It is planned to have our usual Sausage Sizzle after the walk . Bruce has volunteered to bring his double gas burner . The sausages and salad consisting of tomatoes , beetroot , lettuce bread etc will be provided . Those that don ’ t want sausages may bring what ever that suits them .
Weather Temperature max 26 Deg C from a low of 21 Deg C , it is expected to be mostly cloudy and could have a light shower or two or three . Humidity about 70 %. ( BOM )