Wombat Wombling (or, now we're off to young)
The run to Wombat has been on the calendar a few times under the very capable leadership of John Chapuis. This time, a change in the organiser with a shorter route to the destination. What we didn't know, of course, is that the pub doesn't open for lunch on a Tueday, so we are now off to nearby Young for feed.
Young is in the heart of the Hilltops Region, less than two hour’s drive from home. It is (self?) described as 'A handsome country town in a deep valley, Young offers the full urban experience, with comfy motels, B&B’s and self-catering accommodation as well as a central caravan park. Its award-winning cafes and boutiques are among grand 19th century buildings. The town shopping strip is surrounded by fine 20th century streetscapes with some gorgeous gardens'. Peter will take us there for lunch so we can decide for ourselves.
Our route there will be much the same as previously advertised. After a coffee at Daughters, the run will take us via Barton & Hume Hwys, Lachlan Valley Way, Cunningar, and Moppity Roads to Young. After lunch, we have a choice of ways home - perhaps a drive to Harden, then Burley Griffin Way to the Hume Hwy. Maybe, back through Boorowa and Rye Park to Yass.
All up, a return trip of around 280 kms on terrific country roads.
RSVP to Peter Wilson petermwilson49@gmail.com.
Run Grade: This is a ‘long’ run, suitable for most drivers. It features generally sound but narrow and sometimes twisty roads. The Club’s Grading System is described at https://nsw.mx5.com.au/events/important-information/run-gradings.
