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July 2008 Kangaroo Valley Voice Page 40Level 2 bushwalkers explore The GrottoOnce again, in the face of storm cloudsand light rain when we left the Valley,Level 2 bushwalkers bravely faced theelements and explored the lovely Grottotrack along the northern bank of theShoalhaven River.The day turned out to be windy and cold,but sunny.What beautiful conditions to view the riverfrom the four lookouts along Yurunga Reserve.We took our bearings at the first lookout, fromwhere you can see the Nowra bridge and thenwalked the grotto loop, which involves a steepzigzig path down rock steps for about 45metres to the bank.Once down, there is a largegrassy patch where a farm andorchard were situated in the1920s.John Hanson with his wifeAnnie and ten children farmedthe land here and we couldstill find some persimmontrees and a lemon tree,although it was too hard to seethe remaining grape vines, asthey would have been leafless.Their main access was by boatbut they also had a woodenladder to climb up to the top ofthe hill we had just come down. By the river are the remains oftheir water tank and the house.The walk is named after theenormous cave opposite inwhich John had his workshopwhere today you can see thewonderful rock formations thathave been formed overthousands of years by the windand rain.We had our morning tea hereand then climbed up the hill tocontinue the walk.Fran had obtained permissionfor us to walk through theAboriginal Reserve, so we wereable to do another loop, calledthe Waratah Walk, before lunch.This involved a short section along the road tothe end of Yurunga Drive where we crossedover the paddocks belonging to the water skipark and back to the track beside the river.This walk is through a beautiful rain forest withenormous birds’ nest ferns, small streams, cavesand wonderful views of the escarpment.Along the way there is even a sandy beach bythe river with large rock formations, well worththe extra kilometres.The walk was about 8 kilometres in all and onan easy track, with just the steep sections toreach the riverbank.We ate lunch at the end of the trek on theconveniently placed picnic table with a view ofthe Shoalhaven through the trees.If this sort of morning sounds delightful to you,why not join us on our next bushwalk.Lee SharamMARK WINCH101 MOUNT SCANZI ROADKANGAROO VALLEY NSW 2577FIREWOODUTE LOAD * TRUCK LOADTREE REMOVALSMOBILE AXE SPLITTERPH. (02) 44 65 1448 MOB. 0432 223 571
July 2008 Kangaroo Valley Voice Page 41Something old and something blueThe Nostalgia Factory is alwaysproducing new items scoured fromauction rooms and private dispersalsfrom around Australia.Each month another new corner of the treasuretrove reveals an amazing selection ofemphemera and mementos of past times.The proprietors of the Nostalgia Factory arelooking forward to the first winter festivalwhen their shop will remain open, like therest of the retailers until 8 pm.And you never know, some real old timersmight turn up!Buskers are welcomeAh Ha!Look what Ihave foundin K.V.Newthisarrivalsmonth!surprises bargainsAntiques, gifts,collectibles, old books,antique furniture,jewellery, etc. etc.44 651 022The Nostalgia FactoryFrom the village drive across the famousHampden Bridge to see an amazing range ofPotteryHampdenAustralianaCottage CraftGift ware and furniture4465 1350The nostalgia factory167 Moss Vale Rd K. V.44 651 022For gifts, antiques, old books, ephemera, records,children’s clothes, jewellery, Spencer & Rutherfordladies handbags, old post cards, etc. etc.Plus some lovelyantique furniturefor saleOpen 7 daysStationery: Office—School—HomeCards & wrapGiftsCash out: over 70 financial institutionsWe appreciate your local support44 651 199K. V. Post OfficeSculpturesWatercolours, oilsK. V. Landscapes44 651 621Open 10-4 pm dailyThe Gallery 149 Moss Vale Rd
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