Two options are offered for our training walk, an easy walk and a medium walk.  To join the medium walk you must have walked with the Blue Mountains Camino group previously - no first timers. 

To join a walk: 

* You must bring snacks.

* You must carry at least 1.5 litres of water. 

WALK INFORMATION

Both the easy and the medium walks start at the Tibbi Whalan Hall, Level 1, 81 - 83 Katoomba St, Katoomba. The hall is above the Town Centre Arcade. Walking up the stairs from Katoomba St towards the Blue Mountains Food Co-op and the Katoomba Village Shopping Centre (Coles), the hall is on your left. Location

There are toilets in the hall, in the Katoomba Village Shopping Centre and at 144 Katoomba St. Free parking is available at Katoomba Station. 

Walk 1 - Easy

Start time: 8:45am for 9:00am start

Distance: About 7 km. About 3 hours including a break.

Description: From the Tibbi Whalan Hall we will head down to Echo point and join the Prince Henry Cliff Top walk. There will be an opportunity to enjoy views from the various lookouts along the way. We will return to the hall via the streets of Katoomba. There will be a coffee stop at Echo Point.

Walk leader: Sharise

Walk 2 - Medium 

Start time: 8:45am for 9:00am start

Distance: About 14 km. About 4 hours

Description: From the Tibbi Whalan Hall, we head to the Ngula Bulgarabang Regional Park (formerly known as Radiata Plateau).  From Katoomba we will walk through The Gully (past Lake Catalina) then along a mix of suburban roads and bush tracks to Norths Lookout and the start of the Six Foot Track.  From here we will go to Ngula Bulgarabang for, weather permitting, great views of Megalong Valley and the escarpment. Poles are recommended and bring food and drinks as there are no shops along the way. No toilets are available on the walk.  

To join the medium walk you must have walked with the Blue Mountains Camino group previously - no first timers.  You also need to be confident of your fitness to walk for 3-4 hours. 

Walk leader: Tony

CAMINO MEETUP

We will hold our regular Camino meetup from 2-4pm in the Tibbi Whalan Hall,  Level 1, 81 - 83 Katoomba St, Katoomba (location above). Join us for lunch at the hall from 12pm. Bring your own lunch or buy from one of the cafes or supermarkets in Katoomba. BMCS will provide tea, coffee and milk. You are welcome to bring something to share for afternoon tea.

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WALKING SAFETY

Please read this before you attempt any of our training walks. 

You are welcome on our walks, but please read the following carefully before deciding to do a walk.

Your safety is your responsibility. You must know your walking ability. 

The walk coordinator on the day has the authority to withdraw you from the walk if they believe the walk is not suitable for you and they believe you may put yourself (and others) at risk. 

1. Read our notes about the walk carefully, and be aware of the difference between the grades of walks.

Easy walks are usually on well-formed fire roads or bush paths, with limited stairs or steep parts. Elevation gains during the walk are typically small to moderate.   Distances 5-12 kms.

Medium walks also include walking on well-formed fire roads and bush paths but are generally more challenging walks and faster pace. People more accustomed to bushwalking trails should consider this option. If you're not experienced on rougher ground, or are not confident about your current fitness level then choose the first (easy) walk to build up your confidence.   Distances typically 12-16kms.

2. Do not attempt either walks if you have any health concerns, have cold or flu symptoms or are otherwise unwell.

3. Wear appropriate footwear and bring ample water (minimum 1.5 litres).  Walking poles can be useful. 

4. Wear and bring appropriate walking gear, the weather in the mountains can change rapidly so always have a rain jacket or poncho. Bring a hat for sun and rain protection.

5. Carry a basic first aid kit including snake bandage, sunscreen, insect repellent.

4. The group is only as fast as its slowest walker.  If you are unsure about being able to keep up with the group for the entire walk, start with the easy walk. 

5. All walkers will meet at the start of the walk.  If you are unsure of the route, make sure you buddy up with someone who does.  An experienced walker will walk at the rear of the group.

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All our Blue Mountains Camino events are subject to severe weather events.  If events are restricted or the organisers determine conditions are not safe for pilgrims to gather together the walk will be cancelled.  Your registration fee will be fully refunded in that case. 

Walkers must be over 18. Exceptions may be made for easy walks where a child over 12 is preparing for a Camino walk and is supervised by an adult who has walked with us previously. In this case, please contact us by email to discuss before registering.

More information about the Blue Mountains Camino Supporters:   https://bluemountainscamino.au

If you have any questions, please email   info@bluemountainscamino.au

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