Pittwater Life April 2017 Issue

News
Go bush and help regenerate
Here’s your opportunity to
enjoy a weekend “away”
in one of the area’s hidden
gems – for only $20.
The Pittwater YHA Hostel
is holding its annual bush regeneration
weekend where in
return for two mornings’ work
you will receive two nights’ accommodation,
evening meals,
lunches and morning teas plus
the afternoons and evenings
free to explore, paddle the
peaceful waterways or simply
kick back and relax.
Nestled on the hillside of
Morning Bay in Ku-ring-gai
National Park, the hostel was
originally a 1920s family
home donated to the YHA 50
years ago.
Reached by ferry ride from
Church Point, the hostel serves
as a popular retreat for local
groups-in-the-know and travellers
from around the globe.
Retired physiotherapist Robyn
Hughes of Avalon has volunteered
in the Pittwater YHA
bush regeneration weekends
since they began nine years ago.
“I just love the place, being
out in the bush and spending
the time in that natural setting,”
she said.
Up to 50 people may volunteer
for the weekend, which
typically draws a diverse
bunch from seasoned bushcarers
to couples and groups
of mums wanting a quick
break and international travellers
and young people from
the inner city.
For first timers, Robyn advises
accommodation is clean
and basic and meals are tasty
and generous.
“Be prepared for a 15-minute
walk uphill on the bush
track to the hostel; don’t carry
more than you need, a back
pack is a good idea,” she said.
Also if you like your wine,
cheese and chocolate, treats
are more than welcome!
Reserve your place now.
Bookings essential: $50 nonrefundable
booking fee with a
$30 refund on arrival.
Contact Michael on 9999
5748 or pittwater@yha.com.au
This activity is in partnership
with Pittwater Natural
Heritage Association, the
National Parks and Wildlife
Service, NB Council & supported
by the Greater Sydney
Local Land Service with
funding from the Australian
Government and The NSW
Government Programs.
– Lisa Offord
18 APRIL 2017
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