by Penny Howes | Feb 25, 2019 | newsletter
At last Autumn is with us after what seemed to be the longest, hottest summer and we have a brand new autumn program for you to browse and get back into some activities with cooler temperatures. Thank you to the members who submitted alternative suggestions for our...
by Penny Howes | Feb 25, 2019 | newsletter
Did you know there are more than 50 named islands along the NSW coast and in rivers and estuaries from the Shoalhaven River to the Victorian border? Helen Moody and a colleague from the NPA Milton branch have embarked on a project to examine every one of them. We will...
by Pam Hayes | Feb 25, 2019 | newsletter
MARION FRANCIS It is with deep sadness that we have to advise the membership that Marion Francis lost her battle with cancer on 16 February. Marion had been a committed member of Illawarra Ramblers for well over 20 years. She served on the committee for 8 years and...
by Pam Hayes | Nov 22, 2018 | newsletter
The Summer Program has plenty of great activities as well as forward notices of trips away for next year. Unfortunately there are still a few gaps in the program, and I encourage everyone to consider putting an activity in to fill a gap. This can be done easily via...
by Pam Hayes | Nov 22, 2018 | newsletter
During a recent walk a discussion was held on what leaders’ descriptions of walks really mean. Here is a quick list of Rambler Euphemisms! Can you think of others? When the leader says ……………… he/she means – all on track: if the track is mentioned it means it...
by Pam Hayes | Nov 22, 2018 | newsletter
At the last meeting of the committee some concerns were raised about the safety and health of members embarking on Ramblers activities, especially as we come into summer. Fitness: Members are reminded to check the grade of the activity and if unsure, check with the...
