Townsville Bushwalking Club

Castle Hill WWII relics loop (Townsville)
Leader: Luen Warneke
Grade: Moderate (off-track sections, rock slabs, prickly scrub).
Distance / time: ~8 km, ~3.5 hrs.
Ascent: ~380–450 m.
Start/finish: Lower car park at Cutharinga (Cutheringa) Track trailhead, North Ward.
Best for: Fit walkers comfortable with some scrub, boulder-hopping, and short steep pinches.
Essentials: water, hat, sunscreen, head torch, long sleeves/leggings, sturdy shoes with grip, small first-aid kit, phone.
Etiquette & safety: Relics an old, please respect. Expect loose concrete, rusty steel, unfenced edges, snakes, heat. Stay with the group, especially on the off-track legs.

Please RSVP by emailing Luen ([email protected]) and filling out this form: https://forms.gle/Ahf2UdQivEm2hcEd8

Long weekend Mt Spec club activity
Leader: Keith
Number of Participants – 15 maximum.

Meeting at 0900 (9 am) to start walking at 0930. Estimated conclusion on the Monday is 1500 to 1700 (3 to 5 pm).

Tully Gorge
Leader: Luen

Join us for a tough and exploratory hike up Tully Gorge. We’ll hike along the Tully River, clambering over boulders, and swim through cool water (pack swims) to the base of Tully Falls. From here, we'll be steeply ascending the spur into thick rainforest, where technical scrambling skills are required. From here, we'll navigate to the lookout track, around to the other side, and then descend off-track down the ridgeline to our cars.

The Terraces at Palm Creek, Bowling Green Bay National Park, Townsville

Walk leaders - Amanda & Ian
RSVP - Amanda [email protected]
Rating - Grade 5
Short description:
Starting on track this walk quickly becomes off track with rock hopping, steep hills and some scrambling. This walk starts from private property (no public access).

Where - The Blue Gum Circuit

Led by - Cherry Judge

Hi Everyone,

You're invited to join us for a casual committee dinner meet and greet at Tom's Tavern!

🎄 TBWC Christmas Party - Saturday 22 November

Our annual Christmas party will be at a different location this year, as we continue to have access issues with Paluma Range Road.

Time: 6.00 am start, ~3-4 hours depending on group
Distance: ~8 km circuit
Elevation: ~250 m
Grade: Easy/moderate due to heat exposure and uneven terrain

For more information and to RSVP, email [email protected]

Castle Hill WWII relics loop (Townsville)
Leader: Luen Warneke
Grade: Moderate (some off-track, rock slabs, scrub)
Distance/time: ~8 km, ~3.5 hrs
Ascent: ~380–450 m
Start/finish: Lower car park, Castle Hill Road
RSVP: Email Luen [email protected] to secure your spot and receive the meetup details.

A loop linking Castle Hill’s WWII sites with a mix of formed tracks, boulder-hopping, and short scrubby off-track sections. Suitable for fit walkers comfortable with uneven terrain. Expect relics, loose rock, heat, and the occasional snake. Bring water, sun protection, long sleeves/leggings, sturdy shoes, a small first-aid kit, and a head torch. Please respect historic structures.

Combined Christmas Breakfast Picnic — Saturday 6 December
A casual joint gathering with Let’s Walk TSV, Townsville Kayak Club, and TBWC.
• When: Saturday 6 December
• Where: Pallarenda, near the stinger nets
• What: Bring-a-plate breakfast picnic
• RSVP: Cherry at [email protected]
A great way to catch up with the wider outdoor community before the wet season settles in.