The group gathered on the southern shore of the lake and set off westward on a track through the Eurobodalla National Park.

For a while the lake shore was never far away, and the eucalypt forest provided shade and beauty.

Less agreeably, it also turned the track into something of an obstacle course with many fallen branches and twigs presenting a challenge at times.

Morning tea was taken in a lovely clearing with plenty of fallen logs for sitting on and majestic gums to admire.

One tree in particular intrigued some people: it had no central trunk but many limbs like giant tentacles sprung directly from the earth, branching and twisting fantastically in all directions.

Some walkers had to be almost dragged away from this marvel of nature.

Shortly after this the group emerged onto Brou Beach, a surprisingly short distance from Dalmeny - which meant it was a fairly long trek north to the sandy stretch that separates Lake Brou from the beach.

Beach walking is not for everyone, but with firmish sand and good company and perfect weather the party ate up the kilometres.

Right on midday the walkers reached a pretty picnic spot on the lake shore where a friendly wallaby joined them for lunch, lingering just outside the circle and gracefully accepting the odd apple-core.

From there it was just a hop, step and jump to the cars where Buzz thanked Maggie on the group’s behalf for an enjoyable 7.3km walk with that rare and welcome quality - no hills!

On Saturday eight walkers met at Noble Park for a walk led by Jan Thomas and Heather Ferguson.

They took the pathway, then a short-cut past the industrial area at Dalmeny, then crossed the highway to Bell’s Ridge Road where the Bell Miners were in full song.

From there the walkers took the Spring Creek and Noble Fire Trails in a round walk of 9km.

Most of this area has been logged 2-3 years ago and the new growth is now starting to show. The walkers found a great spot on a high point for morning tea with extensive views.

One walker even found Ned Kelly! Twenty-seven years ago, this walk was part of the first walk the Dalmeny Bushwalkers enjoyed.

For further information about the club, contact Michael McDonagh on 4473 5504.