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 in the carpark at Lawson Station (Located on Loftus Street Lawson). Location.

There are toilets at rear of the Lawson shops on Staple Cres.

Walk 1 - Easy

Start time: 8:45am for 9:00am start

Distance: About 9km. About 3.5 hours including a break.

Description:  Starting at Lawson Station, we will walk through the streets of Lawson and visit the Honour Gardens then onto South Lawson Waterfall track and visit a few of the scenic spots along the way. Return to Lawson via streets and fire trails. Poles will be useful on the walk. Please bring food and drinks as there are no shops along the way.

Walk 2 - Medium 

Start time: 8:45am for 9:00am start

Distance: About 11km. About 4.5 hours

Description: Starting at Lawson Station, the route will take us through the South Lawson Parklands, a dog and recreation park, to the start of the Lawson Waterfall Loop to the first of four waterfalls on the loop.  This is a single path track and has been subject to minor landslips in the past so watch your footing.  From the Waterfall Loop we take the Lawson South fire trail and Terrace Falls Road/fire trail to Hazelbrook, before heading back to Lawson along Honour Ave. The walk will end with a stroll through the Lawson Honour Gardens. Poles are recommended and bring food and drinks as there are no shops along the way.   

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. 

CAMINO MEETUP

Time: From 12pm - join us for lunch in Lawson.

Location: Joy Anderson Hall, 9 New Street Lawson (in the Neighbourhood Centre). Location

Join us for lunch and Camino chat. Please bring your own lunch or buy from one of the cafes or supermarket in Lawson. 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. 

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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