Nil Desperandum @ Tidbinbilla

Bernie is in charge of this one!

Meet up at the Tidbinbilla Visitor Centre, then drive a short distance to the start of the walk. The park has a $10 per car entry fee, so we'll probably car pool from the Visitor Centre.

The walk to Nil Desperandum is 9 km return with steep climbs. It'll take around 4 hours.

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  • Ping Xiang

    I enjoyed the walk. Thank you!

    January 14

  • Bernie Sydes

    Thanks Tamzen,but I think the Camel mountain may outdo yesterdays walk, time will tell. So I think we should tackle that next...

    January 14

    • Tamzen

      Not next! But when it is cooler...

      January 14

  • Tamzen

    Thanks for organizing this Bernie, and thanks Doug for the information about the property. This is the toughest walk I've done with the group, but enjoyed it anyway!

    1 · January 14

  • Doug Fitzgerald

    Not for the faint-hearted. This was a tough walk with steep climbs and descents to get to the restored house Nil Desperandum. Wonderful views, and great destination.

    January 13

  • Yad Khehra

    Hi Doug, thanks for ur effort. But unfortunately I will not be able to accompany u, as I just got a call from work. Sorry Doug.

    January 12

  • Bernadette

    Unfortunately I am unable to come tomorrow. Was really looking forward to it, but parenting repsonsibilities overide on this occassion. I hope you all enjoy the walk and stay safe. See you next time.

    January 12

  • Kylee

    0422 470 095 for anyone that can give me a lift. I am in Dickson but can drive to a house or meeting spot. Thanks!

    January 12

  • Bernie Sydes

    Ok Alls good for Tidbinbilla tomorrow, so see you all there.

    1 · January 12

  • Kylee

    Hi! If it is all systems go tomorrow for the walk, can I please get a lift? My car is playing up unfortunately.

    January 12

    • Tess

      Happy to take you if you're on the Belconnen side or anyone else that's on this side...:)

      1 · January 12

    • Kylee

      I am in Dickson, is that convenient? I dont really know which way you are going, since I am brand new to Canberra! Also happy to drive to a house and leave my car there. 0422 470 095

      January 12

  • Bernie Sydes

    The weather report for the park and our access will be released at four this afternoon.

    January 12

  • Nischal

    Im happy to help pickup anyone...i'll be traveling from Kingston

    January 12

  • Bernie Sydes

    Hi all , okay the park is closed today ( Friday ,but will be opened Saturday and for Sunday this will be assessed tomorrow and determine forecast for Sundays walk .I will keep you all Upto date tomorrow once Sundays forecast by the rangers has been done..

    January 11

    • Tamzen

      Thanks Bernie. I'll await your notice!

      January 11

  • Suze

    Hey, make sure you check Tidbinbilla is open. It is currently closed until Sat due to fire risk. I'll sit this one out, as it is probably too hard for me for now, but hope to join something soon.

    1 · January 8

    • Tamzen

      Absolutely. That's what I intend to do! I'm sure at least some people will be up for coffee/breakfast etc post-walk.

      January 10

    • Suze

      No worries at all to join the Lake Burley Griffin walk at the last moment if Tidbinbilla is closed. We have a decent sized group, so the walk is definitely on. Yup, I'm sure people would be happy to have a coffee or breakfast after.

      January 10

  • Bernadette

    I am really hoping to be able to make the walk (if the park is open). If I can attend, I have park membership so am happy to carpool people to the start location.

    January 8

  • Raksha Prasad

    Hi Doug, thank you so much.
    But I will not be able to make it to the event, as the bus service from Woden to Tuggeranong starts only by 8:10 am on Sundays. So I will not be able to reach Hyperdome before 8. I will join next time.
    Cheers,
    Raksha

    January 7

  • Harley Grattan

    Why can't it be 8am:-)

    January 6

    • Tamzen

      Because Tidbinbilla isn't open then.

      January 7

  • Mel

    I have an annual membership to the park -I have three seats in the car if anyone would like them!

    January 7

  • Harley Grattan

    Yeah, no snakes please

    January 6

  • Ping Xiang

    Many thanks, Doug. Will meet you at 7.30-7.40.

    January 5

  • John

    Looking forward to the walk however I hope we don't come across to many snakes! lol

    January 5

  • Doug Fitzgerald

    I will do a pickup from the parking area in front of the Vinnies store next to the Hyperdome. On the basis of the 0830 RV at the Visitor Centre, I will be there about 0740, and leave no later than 0745.

    I only have three places, and it looks like Ping, Yad Kherha and Raksha Prasad will take these. Anyone else wanting to car pool will need to make other arrangements.

    January 2

  • Raksha Prasad

    Hi, I would like to be a part of this event. I am new to Canberra and I use public transport. I stay at Chifley. I was wondering if anyone can give me a lift? Please let me know. Thanks!

    December 24

  • Ping Xiang

    Yes, I would like to go with Doug from Hyperdome. Thanks.

    December 22

  • Yad Khehra

    Hi Doug. I am interested in car pooling from hyperdome. Can any one help ? Thanks.

    December 22

  • Bernie Sydes

    Hi there Doug, Ping was a little worried finding Tidbinbilla and said if she was worried to phone me and I would meet her at the hyperdome carpark.So far she hasn't rsvp but if you want you can pick her up as no one else has indicated they would like to car pool from Tuggeranong.

    December 22

  • Doug Fitzgerald

    Bernie, I am happy to collect up to 3 pax from the Hyperdome. If we set an RV point and departure time, it might be easier to manage. Let me know where and when.

    December 22

  • Bernie Sydes

    Hi Ping ! I can meet you say hyperdome shopping centre and take us from there to the walk..my number is [masked] so give me a call closer to the meet and we can work out a Meetup...cya.

    December 20

  • Ping Xiang

    Hi, Bernie, do you think it is a good idea to meet at a shopping centre car part in southern side, and then make a car pool to drive to the Visitor Centre ? We each can pay a few dollars for the petrol and entry fee.

    December 20

  • Daniel

    hello Mates any one can give to me a lift?

    Thx

    December 17

    • Bernie Sydes

      Hi Daniel I live in Gordon if t,[masked]

      December 17

  • Tamzen changed the date and time from Saturday, January 12, 2013 at 8:30 AM to Sunday, January 13, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    December 14

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