July 9-10: Stockton beach, Boat Harbour, Anna Bay meet.

[birddog114]

An overnight and day trip for members whom are interested into a photography excursion to the above areas.

Limited number is applied due to the requirement of 4WD vehicles, self driving, or we may do a group booking with one of the local of Port Stephens 4WD Tours.

Stockton beach, Boat Harbour, Anna Bay and surrounded beaches.

Whales & dolphin watching tours
Sunset & Dinner cruise in the evening

"26 kilometres of beach and dune driving to the Sygna Wreck – a Norwegian bulk carrier that ran aground during heavy seas in 1974. Before travelling back via ‘Tin City,’ WWII and historical sites, with beach activities including pipi catch and release and sandboarding."

[Hlop]

Stockton beach, Boat Harbour, Anna Bay and surrounded beaches.

Hi Birddog,

Where it is? How long it takes to get there?

[birddog114]

Stockton beach, Boat Harbour, Anna Bay and surrounded beaches.

Hi Birddog,

Where it is? How long it takes to get there?

2.1/2 Hrs from my base, near Newcastle, the popular name is Nelson Bay via Williamtown (RAAF base).

[Hlop]

Sounds good to me

Any hotel/motel suggestions for overnight staying?

[sheepie]

we're in - there'll be two of us (i think) and the forrester, so room for 2 more on the beach
not sure about accommodation at this moment - will have to sort out the options.

[birddog114]

Sounds good to me

Any hotel/motel suggestions for overnight staying?

Hilop,
Heap of accomodation as motel/ hotel in these areas:

http://www.portstephens.org.au/

[gleff]

I may be interested, but I have to wait for our roster at work to be released before I can be sure.

Geoff

[stubbsy]

Great idea. Count me in - no 4Wd here (don't think my Mazda6 would take too kindly to the sand )

[birddog114]

Great idea. Count me in - no 4Wd here (don't think my Mazda6 would take too kindly to the sand )

Peter,
It's time for a new Tribute V6

[birddog114]

So I got:
Sheepie 02 with two more available seats
Stubbsy 01
Birddog 02
Hilop 03
radar 01
Pls. fill your name in to the list.

[Hlop]

Birddog,

Could you add us to the list (3 ppl) and, yes, we've got 4wd

[radar]

I'm interested, but I would only be able to do Saturday 9th. So if you were doing the expedition on the Saturday, I'm in, but I would need a ride, no 4WD, I won't have the Subary that day . If not much is going on for the Saturday, next time for me

Thanks,

André

[birddog114]

I'm interested, but I would only be able to do Saturday 9th. So if you were doing the expedition on the Saturday, I'm in, but I would need a ride, no 4WD, I won't have the Subary that day . If not much is going on for the Saturday, next time for me

Thanks,

André

Andre,
You can check with sheepie and he may give you an allocation on his Forrester.
I put your name on the list in case, and I would like to do it on Saturday the 9th, leave the Sunday for other activities or DIY.

[radar]

Thanks Birddog.

Sheepie,

if you space on the Saturday, I'll take a seat in your Forrester.

thanks,

André

[Ben]

I would like to come but I will have to run it by the family first. I have a 4wd so transport no problem.

I will get back to you shortly.

Ben

[birddog114]

OK, So I can close this workshop as we reached 10 members due to the limitation of transportation at the point of departure (Anna Bay). If someone can find a 4WD then more members can join the trip.
For members, whom are living in the Hunter Region or overnight in the area, can come to the meet at 9:30am on Saturday 9th July.
- Photography talk
- Evaluation lenses, gears, tripods, heads.
- Coffee & Tea and light breakie will be provided
We can do some bird, beaches, rock shooting until 11:00am, waiting for the arrival of Sydney members, then we will have a quick light lunch prior to heading off to the Stockton beach, sand dunes at 12:00.
It'll take three hours or more to do this trip, BYO your liking so we can have snack, break during this excursion.
Meeting point and parking will be posted early next week.
Your thoughts are welcome.

Edit:
Additional events on Sunday 10th July 2005 in the area:

Sunday 10th
NELSON BAY RSL
Choccofest, 10am- 4pm.
A celebration of all that is Chocolate including live entertainment, demonstrations, sales and tasting stalls, promotions and childrens entertainment.
Contact the RSL on: 4981 1344

Tomaree Markets
Second & Fourth Sunday of every month.
Held at Tomaree Sports Complex, Nelson Bay Rd, Nelson Bay. Enquiries & stall bookings to Elinor (02) 4981 3565

Port Stephens Location and Maps
http://www.portstephens.org.au/portstep ... tion.shtml

[radar]

Hi,

just a note for those taking their 4WD on Stockton beach. You will need a day pass to drive on the beach. See the PDF for selling agents:
http://portstephens.local-e.nsw.gov.au/files/39202/File/Agents2005.pdf

It is $5.00 and it is good for the weekend. More info at:
http://portstephens.local-e.nsw.gov.au/community/1018/6364.html

HTH,

André

[birddog114]

Radar,
Thanks for mentioned this, I forgot about it, I have annual pass btw.

[birddog114]

Apart from Newcastle & Hunter region members, how many Sydney members will overnight in the area? Friday, Saturday night?

So we may gathering for a feast on Friday or Saturday evening at Nelson Bay? I knew few good spots as Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Indian, Thai etc...
and I need the number to do the booking.

[sheepie]

not sure about our plans at this stage - maybe stay in Newcastle rather than Port Stephens, depends on costs. Most probably won't be joining for dinner even if we're staying there

[birddog114]

Accomodation in Anna Bay or many motels, caravan parks in the area are not bad atm, cos it's the low season, you can find something around $55.00/ night.

[stubbsy]

birddog

I think Leon has family in Newcastle so accomodation is free

[birddog114]

birddog

I think Leon has family in Newcastle so accomodation is free

Yes, I knew! but it's not free cos he has to swap few framing for his stay

[birddog114]

Metting point for Saturday 9th July:

For members, who wish to attend the mini meet at 9:00am, pls. PM me for the address.

For members, who wish to join the workshop at 12:00
Mobil Service Station
Gan Gan Road
Anna Bay NSW 2316.

Whomever has the UHF radio, I'll work out with sheepie to see what channel which we can tuned in.

P.S: for member, whom requires daily pass for their car, pls. PM me.

[birddog114]

I would like to remind all members whomever registered for this workshop.
- Pls. re-confirm your interest. Especially people who has 4WD and spare seats to share with other.
- Daily/ wekend pass is selling at the meeting point and it cost $5.00:

Mobil Service Station
Gan Gan Road
Anna Bay NSW 2316.

- I'll standby on UHF channel 21 or channel 20 if we have so much local traffic, on the early morning of the 9th July, so pls. tune in and have a chat, my callsign is Birddog114.

- Pls. note: the area does not have very good reception (signal) of mobile phone, (Anna Bay and Boat Harbour) for some mobile phone carriers, so if you guys want to come to the mini meet at 9:00am, pls. PM me for the address or call me on my mobile phone (try first) or UHF in case you get lost.

[stubbsy]

Stubbsy - reconfirmed

[radar]

Radar - re-confirmed for mini-meet and outing. I'll need to share a ride, no 4WD.

Thanks,

Radar (aka André)

[Hlop]

Confirmed. 3ppl in 4wd for outing

[sheepie]

Confirmed - probably have three seats available for 4wd

[stubbsy]

Birddog - did anything come of the idea of a dinner get together on the Sat night?

[birddog114]

Birddog - did anything come of the idea of a dinner get together on the Sat night?

I'll talk to you on Saturday morning. I have a plan for you.
It seems to me not so many members overnight, I asked this question before but not none of any reply.

[sheepie]

OK we're booked in at Birubi Beach Caravan Park for the Friday and Saturday nights.

[stubbsy]

Birubi Beach is a nice spot Sheepie and damn close to casa del birddog

[stubbsy]

OK

I'm finalising my time for the weekend. I know what's happening Saturday - are there any plans for Sunday eg a dolphin/whale watch cruise or a visit to other areas around the bay?

[birddog114]

OK

I'm finalising my time for the weekend. I know what's happening Saturday - are there any plans for Sunday eg a dolphin/whale watch cruise or a visit to other areas around the bay?

Yes, heap of think to do on Sunday, as visit Tanilba Bay, take a ferry across the Bay to the Tea Gardens, Sunday market, whale watch cruise etc...
We will discuss about it on Saturday for members who still in the area on Sunday

[birddog114]

I'll bring some pure methanol (substitution of Eclipse fluid) for cleaning CCD for members in Newcastle, if anyone needs it, please bring along with you a plastic container, Maximum is 150ml/ each member.
If you do want the Pec Pad, pls. PM me.

[MCWB]

Argh, I was entertaining the thought of coming up just for the day, but now I have a Yum Cha appointment at lunchtime as well as a dinner to go to, so I'll have to pass. Goddamn social life! Enjoy the shoot guys, and more importantly, the company!

[stubbsy]

Just looking at the weather forecast at the BOM. SOunds like a repeat of our last attempt

Friday
Rain developing. Cool. Light west to southwest winds at first, turning moderate to fresh southeast to northeast afternoon and evening.

Saturday
Rain. Cool. Moderate to fresh west to northwest winds becoming strong near the coast.

Sunday
Isolated showers, scattered in the east. Cool. West to southwest winds.

[gstark]

I'll bring some pure methanol (substitution of Eclipse fluid) for cleaning CCD for members in Newcastle, if anyone needs it, please bring along with you a plastic container

Or a straw.

[sheepie]

Just looking at the weather forecast at the BOM. SOunds like a repeat of our last attempt

No worries - we can make our own fun. Already booked and paid, so no pulling out now
The weather may put a little dampener on things (hopefully only a little!), but it can also make for some really nice shots. Don't let it put you off!

[birddog114]

I'm in anyway, enjoying shooting with the D2 series bodies on the windy day with rain and sand.

[Heath Bennett]

Thats the spirit Birdie! And also better traction in the 4WD's.

Man I got to remember to get a pass tomorrow.

[birddog114]

Thats the spirit Birdie! And also better traction in the 4WD's.

Man I got to remember to get a pass tomorrow.

You can get a pass right on spot for $5.00

[stubbsy]

Don't get me wrong - I'll be there even if it's raining cats & dogs (especially if its raining cats & dogs )

[Heath Bennett]

point of departure (Anna Bay)

Is there any need to specify a specific point of meeting at Anna Bay?

[Matt. K]

Peter

casa del birddog

Can we expect Rose Portia to flounce down the staircase? :lol: :lol: :lol: