Surely what was to be the biggest disappointment for the new year was the shutting down of one of the most comprehensive sites on the web for bushwalking. It is so non-commercial, with scope for the inexperienced and adventurous and inexperienced adventurers. They are NOT closing down! Send in your appreciation after finding detailed descriptions of walks, photos, advice on all things relative to bushwalking, and great links at : www.galactic.net.au/bushwalking/
Bushwalking barefoot would surely be for the under fives and other socially challenged people, but no, this site begs to differ. For a laugh and podiatry persuasion try: www.lisp.com.au/~daven/barefoot.html For something more touristy but with historic tidbits: www.info.mountains.net.au/activity/walk.htm Follow the links for a nice tour of the mountains.
Another well researched site belongs to John Chapman at www.ozemail.com.au/~johnchapman/index.html John writes for WILD magazine and has a lot of experience to pass on through this site.
For a well linked and interesting set of features and current issues try: www.bigvolcano.com.au/stories/feature3htm So what is a Caldera? And do you agree with the politician’s views? Of course all these sites and more can be accessed at www.bushwalking.org.au