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NEWS SHEET           June 2006

 

SPECIAL NOTE

MEMBERSHIP FEES 01/07/06-30/06/07

Have you paid yours?????         Now $20.00

This is what you pay for--- Affiliation $5.00, Public Liability $5.85 Personal Accident $3.80 Total $14.65

 

APOLOGIES          Are extended to all club members for the lateness of this current program; we are attempting to become more self sufficient to produce a better and more comprehensive program for the benefit of all members.

 

SPECIAL NOTE  -MEETINGS

 

Meetings are held at the Clubhouse 168 Weston St Panania (opposite Peffer St) on the 1st Wednesday of each month commencing at 7.45pm.

 

NOTE The big one is 12 Day Central Oz Camping Safari.  There has been a considerable amount of interest being shown by students already, get in and book early, $100.00 Deposit.

Compare it with other organisers and see the difference. Includes all meals while camping. Details or itinerary contact Larry Bourne 9774 1797.

 

To all members:      This news sheet is published with this issue of the program I believe it could do with some other details and information what do you think??

Any constructive feed back would be most welcomed.

 

Departure Times

At times we have been getting an increased number of members and friends attending some of our outings, so in future, the departure time nominated on the program will be adhered to, so if you know you may be late ring the contact person to make suitable / alternative arrangements or you may be disappointed and turn up and no one will be at the club.

 

Club Shirts

There are still a few of Club shirts available for any members.

They are in 2 colours Maroon or Emerald Green, they are Bonds Penguin Polo sports shirts with the Club Logo embroidered on the pocket and are available at a cost of $20.00 (the club makes $1.85 on each shirt).

 

CHRISTMAS PARTY

It has been requested our Christmas Party not be held at Star City this year, so were or what do we do about this Christmas; it is being left up to you the members to locate a suitable venue. All suggestions will be considered.

 

“****” Weekend Fri 28/7~Sun 30 Xmas In July Blackheath

Bookings have been made for two x two bedroom units at Blackheath, each will accommodate 6 people so if you were at last years Xmas in July you will not want to miss out on this event, bookings and a $20.00 deposit will secure your place.

 

“****” Weekend Fri 17~Sun19 November Port Stephens

We are going to have a camp weekend staying at Melaleuca Surfside Backpackers 2 Koala Place, One Mile Beach. Camping area covers 5 acres. Following costs are per person per night: Camping $14 (child under 6 $6.00); Dorm (6 share) $25; Cabin (4 share) $30; Cabin (double/twin) $80.

Robert has suggested for those interested a Dolphin & Whale watch cruise with Imagine Cruises Port Stephens 61 ft sailing catamaran can hold 60 people costs $55.00 per adult, child $35.00, Student/concession/YHA/senior $50.

 

CAR POOLING

With the ever increasing cost of petrol if you share a car to get to and from a venue please make sure you compensate the driver accordingly.

 

EMAIL ADDRESSES

Now we have moved into a more advanced world and you have an email address would you prefer that we send your program direct of the press to your computer. Robert has a record, can you advise him to enable him to keep this list current and up to date. I can assure you we will not sell you email address to other organisations.

 

My thanks to all members for being such a great group of people.

 

Larry Bourne

President

UWS Bushwalking & Outdoor Club

PO Box 27 Panania NSW 2213

Email larry.bourne@ato.au ( w )

Email lbourne69@optusnet.com.au ( H )

29/05/2006

 

 



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