A small surf again this on this warm and cloudy morning.
I drove to Kincumba Mountain But it as closed due to the high fire danger.
Next stop was Brisbane Water National Park.
I parked at the dirt carpark on Woy Woy Road at the start of the Tunnel Trail.
It was a pretty straight forward ride along the trails - Tunnel and Tommos. I stopped now again to take in the bush views or to look at the wildflowers. I heard a number of birds but no clear sightings.
I finished the ride via Woy Woy Road which had a lot of fast traffic.
A pleasant 7 km ride.
After the ride, I had an ocean swim off Terrigal Haven Beach. The water was very brisk but
bearable. My seasonal swim baptizing.
Sunday, September 24, 2017
Thursday, September 21, 2017
BOUDDI LOOP MTB - 22 SEPTEMBER 2017
A surf check revealed smaller waves of poor shape. Maybe later.
I drove to Bouddi National Park and had a mountain bike ride along the Turkey, NW ridge, unknown, Allan Strom and unknown tracks.
It was a fun ride. I felt I had improved on all the runs. The first unknown run has a number of difficult sections being boulder obstacles and the sheer drop over the escarpment. I managed them better and actually made it over a number of obstacles that dwarfed me previously.
The second unknown track leads off the Strom track and it was very pretty. It wound its way through ferns and grass trees.
A fun 7 km ride.
A second surf check revealed no improvement.
Late morning, Kara, Mr Archibald and I drove down to Wamberal Beach for a sit and chat in the sun.
A warm day today.
I drove to Bouddi National Park and had a mountain bike ride along the Turkey, NW ridge, unknown, Allan Strom and unknown tracks.
It was a fun ride. I felt I had improved on all the runs. The first unknown run has a number of difficult sections being boulder obstacles and the sheer drop over the escarpment. I managed them better and actually made it over a number of obstacles that dwarfed me previously.
The second unknown track leads off the Strom track and it was very pretty. It wound its way through ferns and grass trees.
A fun 7 km ride.
A second surf check revealed no improvement.
Late morning, Kara, Mr Archibald and I drove down to Wamberal Beach for a sit and chat in the sun.
A warm day today.
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
BRISBANE WATER NP - WARRAH TRACKS HIKE/MTB - 20 SEPTEMBER 2017
I checked a couple of nearby beaches but the swell had increased and the sandbanks weren't handling the waves.
I decided to check Umina Beach and The Box. unfortunately, they weren't too good either.
Next choice was a cycle around the tracks at Warrah Trig in Brisbane Water National Park.
I parked at Warrah Trig and had a short hike enjoying the wildflowers. I wandered into the bush and followed a series of sandstone boulders. The boulders were slightly above the vegetation so I had some good views north over Box Head and Bouddi National Park.
I drove back down the road and parked close to the main road.
I was testing the new gel bike seat. It was so good that I didn't need the bike pants.
My first track lead to a massive relatively flat series of tessellated sandstone. It was heaps of fun cycling over the rough surface and finding a path through the clumps of bushes. The views over the spoon shaped depression were rugged and pretty. I found a plant I haven't seen before - Drosera Spatulata of the sundew family.
Next, was a fun short track that followed the main road.
I crossed the main road and followed the service roads to a couple of smaller tracks that lead to wide areas of sandstone that I had a cycle/play on.
Returning back along the main road, I spied a track to the left. I followed it and had a fun time meandering around boulders and vegetation until I reached a series of huge sandstone platforms. It was excellent riding over them and finding a at down and up to all the different levels. There was also a great view across the spoon shaped depression to where I was in the beginning of the ride.
A fun and adventurous 5km ride.
After the ride, I drove to Ettalong for a coffee and a bite to eat at 'The Box on the Water Café'. A great place to sit in the sun while watching the slow boating view across the exit of Brisbane Water.
I checked the waves on the way back home but still a no go.
Later in the afternoon, I had a walk with Jacinta from Terrigal surf club to and around the Haven. A nice finish to the day.
I decided to check Umina Beach and The Box. unfortunately, they weren't too good either.
Next choice was a cycle around the tracks at Warrah Trig in Brisbane Water National Park.
I parked at Warrah Trig and had a short hike enjoying the wildflowers. I wandered into the bush and followed a series of sandstone boulders. The boulders were slightly above the vegetation so I had some good views north over Box Head and Bouddi National Park.
I drove back down the road and parked close to the main road.
I was testing the new gel bike seat. It was so good that I didn't need the bike pants.
My first track lead to a massive relatively flat series of tessellated sandstone. It was heaps of fun cycling over the rough surface and finding a path through the clumps of bushes. The views over the spoon shaped depression were rugged and pretty. I found a plant I haven't seen before - Drosera Spatulata of the sundew family.
Next, was a fun short track that followed the main road.
I crossed the main road and followed the service roads to a couple of smaller tracks that lead to wide areas of sandstone that I had a cycle/play on.
Returning back along the main road, I spied a track to the left. I followed it and had a fun time meandering around boulders and vegetation until I reached a series of huge sandstone platforms. It was excellent riding over them and finding a at down and up to all the different levels. There was also a great view across the spoon shaped depression to where I was in the beginning of the ride.
A fun and adventurous 5km ride.
After the ride, I drove to Ettalong for a coffee and a bite to eat at 'The Box on the Water Café'. A great place to sit in the sun while watching the slow boating view across the exit of Brisbane Water.
I checked the waves on the way back home but still a no go.
Later in the afternoon, I had a walk with Jacinta from Terrigal surf club to and around the Haven. A nice finish to the day.
PATONGA CREEK KAYAK - 19 SEPTEMBER 2017
A beautiful day.
I checked the
surf which was a bit small and full. I drove over to Patonga Creek to paddle
around the mangroves.
Being high tide, I was able to
paddle amongst the mangrove trees. It was a nice feeling, paddling over the crystal
clear water and around trees with a canopy of green above me. Peaceful and serene.
There were a lot of birds about.
I could hear them but it was difficult to see them as they blended in so well
in the environment. When I managed to spy one or two, they were quick to fly off
or hop out of sight.
After my paddle, I drove the short
distant to Patonga Beach and enjoyed a cappuccino in the warm sun while looking over the
awesome view of Broken Bay.
Later, I had a middle of the day walk along
the Haven Beach and much later still, I had a sunset walk with Jacinta around
the Haven.
A nice day.
AVOCA LAGOON KAYAK - 18 SEPTEMBER 2017
I checked the surf but it was
random and mono banked.
I decided on a kayak at Avoca
Lagoon.
The wind was a little strong but in the sheltered areas there were a
number of birds. I watched and admired them for awhile.
A black swan was in the reeds and
on a closer but not too close inspection I realised that he/she was nesting. The swan left the nest and stayed close to me trying to encourage me to follow
it and so move away from the nest. I obliged took a couple of photos and all were happy.
Tuesday, September 19, 2017
BOUDDI NP - DALEY TRACKS HARDER - 17 SEPTEMBER 2017
A morning surf check showed wild
waves. I continued driving to Bouddi National Park to cycle along the Daley
tracks. I tried this a short while ago but didn't do too good as the virus sapped me.
Today, I had a much better ride
and managed to ride a long a number of tracks. Some of them were a bit hard
for me in parts with big drops. I walked or slid down on these sections.
Overall, I had a much better ride
but I think I can do better. Next time! :)
Afterward, I went down to
Terrigal Beach for a cappuccino and a sit in the sun.
Saturday, September 16, 2017
TUGGERAH LAKE CYCLE - 16 SEPTEMBER 2017
In the early afternoon, We drove over to ride the cycle path at Long Jetty around part of Tuggerah Lake.
Jacinta's bike had remained unridden for a few years but the other day I cleaned it up, lubed the chain and pumped up the tyres and all seemed good.
Jacinta and I cycled for 13 km and the bike went well with no problems. the cycle track is easy and has nice views over the Tuggerah Lake. A strong wind was blowing so there were a lot of birds along the lakeside in the sheltered areas.
I had a bit of fun riding along a couple of piers.
Back at the start, I took Mr Archibald for a ride on my bike. He loved it.
Jacinta's bike had remained unridden for a few years but the other day I cleaned it up, lubed the chain and pumped up the tyres and all seemed good.
Jacinta and I cycled for 13 km and the bike went well with no problems. the cycle track is easy and has nice views over the Tuggerah Lake. A strong wind was blowing so there were a lot of birds along the lakeside in the sheltered areas.
I had a bit of fun riding along a couple of piers.
Back at the start, I took Mr Archibald for a ride on my bike. He loved it.
Thursday, September 14, 2017
TOOWOON BAY HIKE - 13 SEPTEMBER 2017
A hot day predicted for the
beginning days of Spring.
Still with this virus, I decided
on a short hike/meander around Toowoon Bay.
It never ceases to amaze me on
how different this place looks every time I visit. The shape of island and
changing swells cause the sand to move in a variety of directions. Today, there
was a shallow sandbank on the end of the beach towards the island plus a deep
channel between the beach and the island.
The sun was twinkling on the
water, the swell was small. the weather was warm and it all added up to a
pretty and scenic walk.
After the walk I had coffee at
the Toowoon Bay surf club.
Later, Kara, Mr Archibald and I
had brunch at the Cove Café at Terrigal Haven.
The wind had increased
dramatically so we only had a short walk. We amused ourselves watching a
pelican trying to land on the top of a lamp post. It took four attempts before
it as successful.
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