Be out there.. it all adds up for fun in Parkes

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 29^th,,30^th and 31^st May: Rankin Springs Trip. Book accommodation at Rankin Springs Motel, Ph. 6966 1260. Mixed grades. Leader: Martin Bell: 0429346586.

National Parks Association of NSW Lachlan Valley Branch Quarterly Walks Calendar Autumn/ Winter 2018

Grades:

Easy: (5 to 10 kilometres) Mostly flat to slightly undulating topography. Walks are mostly on tracks or fire trails and of moderate distance. Suitable for those with a minimum level of fitness.

Medium: (5 to 8 kilometres) May be over moderate hills or rough terrain. May involve some off track walking. Walk may involve shorter distance overall due to rougher conditions. Suitable for an average fitness level.

Hard:  (5 or more kilometres) Walk may involve hilly or mountainous terrain, rough tracks, a trackless route or an extended distance. Walk suitable for above average fitness level.

All walks are subject to there being no adverse RFS fire warnings at the time and no closure of the relevant State Forest due to Hunting Permits etc.

Walkers are reminded to bring along enough food and water for the entire day as well as suitable clothing, footwear, hat and sunscreen. A pair of good binoculars and a fold up chair is recommended. Please contact the listed walk leader the night before the walk if you intend to come. A $2.00 donation for each walker is appreciated.

“Don’t Keep History a Mystery”, 30 May – 7 June 2018

Opening Night: Thursday 31st May

Members of the public are invited to view the exhibition showcasing both contemporary and ancient Wiradjuri history curated by the Galari -Lachlan Reconciliation Group. The Wiradjuri nation have a rich cultural history in the Parkes area. Evidence of their occupation has been found in many areas in the shire.

National Reconciliation Week started as the Week of Prayer for Reconciliation in 1993 (the International Year of the World’s Indigenous People) and was supported by Australia’s major faith communities. The dates commemorate two significant milestones – the successful 1967 referendum and the High Court Mabo decision.

Please RSVP for the opening on parkes.library@parkes.nsw.gov.au or phone: 02 6861 2309 by 30 May.