Though some suburbs had light rain in the morning we were pleased that this disappeared for the entire time of our circuit walk! Thus our walk was cloudy & pleasant, though gradually becoming hotter!
9 members & 1 visitor set out from the end of Day Rd, Cheltenham.
First we passed Ahimsa, former home of Marie Byles, now a National Trust property.

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Our first crossing of Byles Creek, though a little tricky, was made much easier with Claude standing solidly on a rock helping all the ladies & John to make it safely across!

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We had our morning tea at a convenient, shady table near the tennis courts at Pennant Hills Park sports complex.

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We followed the Pennant Hills fire trail and descended to Devlins Creek where we made 3 creek crossings. Though some had water covering over, we all managed well, despite ending up with wet boots!

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We didn’t delay too long as a few leeches (only about 3) decided to hitch a ride!

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We stopped at Whale Rock for photo opportunities and at the end of the walk sat at a table where John ate half his lunch!

                2023 02 24 Reg ChristineS whale stone  2023 02 24 Reg HelenA 1040 Looking down from Whale Rock                                                                                                                     Looking up at Whale Rock                                                Looking down from Whale Rock

As it was early 9 of us headed to Long Shot Café at Beecroft for a coffee and a good social chat!

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Leaders: - Christine M and Wendy P
Walkers: - Helen A, Robyn Ma, John M, Claude and Margaret, Elizabeth, Christine S & visitor Wendy R                                                                                                                                                              Words: - Christine                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              Photos:- Christine S (5,10,11), Helen A Photos: Helen A(1,2,3,4,6,7,8,12,13), Robyn Ma (9)