Activity Notification
Leura to Jenolan King Scout Journey
29 January to 1 February 2026

Event Summary

Date	29 January to 1 February 2026
Time	7:00am, 29 January 2026 3:00pm, 1 February 2026
Location	Cliff Top Walk & Six Foot Track Leura, Katoomba, Megalong Valley, Six Foot Track Click here for a map and directions
Cost	$25 - to cover cost of camping fees (payable to Sam)
Registrations Close:	Wed 28th Jan 2026 9:00pm
Event Registrations:	Note: - This event is enabled for E-Permission with online registration and electronic signatures. - Please retain your electronic tickets for this event. This is your copy of the participant's registration and consent. - Registration must be received for each person attending this event. - Attendance will not be accepted without registration. - No cash or EFT will be accepted unless organised with your leaders prior.

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General Information

Dear Parents and Venturers,

At the end of January 2026 the plan is to hike from Leura to Jenolan along two scenic walking trails, the Cliff Top Walk and Six Foot Track. The journey will be over 4 days and 3 nights and WILL NOT have any leaders in attendance. The journey will contribute towards the King Scout Award for Sam.

Activity Plan:

Day 1: (0700HR) - Meet at the Scout Hall, leaders/parents will transport participants by car to Gordon Falls, Leura. Walk on Cliff Top Walk to Scenic World Katoomba, 8km. Camp at Katoomba Caravan Park.

Day 2: Walk from Katoomba Caravan Park via roadway to Explorers Tree and then on Six Foot Track to camp at Old Ford Reserve, 13km

Day 3: Walk from Old Ford Reserve to Alum Creek Reserve Campsite, 14km

Day 4: Walk from Alum Creek Reserve to Black Range Campground, 13km

Whilst the hike is on a marked track, this a multi-day walk with no leaders. 

Participants will have an in-Reach mini-Garmin GPS/Personal Locator Beacon in case of emergency.

Transport:

Make your own way to:

1st Balcombe Heights Scout Hall, 7am, 29/01/2026
Col Sutton Reserve Baulkham Hills
Click here for a map and directions.

 

Food and Drinks:

Venturers should come prepared with at least 4 days worth of food, adequate water and purification tablets. 

Wet Weather:

Barring severe weather, this event will run in the rain. Bring wet weather gear!

The event will be cancelled in the event of severe weather. Cancellation will be advised by WhatsApp.

What to Bring:

Participants will need to bring suitable equipment and clothing for a 4 day journey in the Blue Mountains. A separate packing list will be sent and a pre-meeting will occur to check equipment and packs. 

Feeling Sick?

Please don't come if you're feeling sick.
Our immuno-compromised youth members are at risk of serious illness if they contract 'simple' viruses or infections.
Regardless, it's not nice to spread your germs with other kids or volunteers.

You should stay home and DO NOT attend if:

• You have an illness (or even mild symptoms) such as fever, cough, sore throat, rash, or runny nose, even if you think you 'feel fine'.
• You have vomited anytime in the last 24hrs for any reason.

Attendees to any event with signs of illness such as fever, coughing, sore throat, runny nose, etc may be sent home immediately.

More information:

This activity:

• will NOT be under direct adult supervision
• will involve both male and female youth members
• will have both male and female adult leaders present

Activity Contacts:

	General Enquiries: This information page, notification emails and booking confirmations are designed to adequately inform participants & parents so that you can give a fully informed consent. If you have any questions regarding this event, please contact the activity co-ordinator below: Activity Coordinator: Matt Cruickshank Activity Contact: 0419-121-626 Contact Event Organiser
	Emergency Contact: If you feel that the participant is overdue in returning from the activity, you should contact the nominated emergency contact person below: Emergency Contact: Tim Uidam (Techie) Emergency Contact: 0414-405-445

 

 

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Hope you can make it!

Matt

1st Balcombe Heights Scout Group Contact us:   Mobile: 0414 405 445   Email: Group@1stBalcombeHeights.org.au   Website: http://www.1stbalcombeheights.org.au   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1stBalcombeHeights Col Sutton Reserve, Baulkham Hills Rd, Baulkham Hills [Map Link]