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Mar
05
Past Event
Cessnock PCYC Indoor Climbing
Cessnock PCYC
18:00 – 21:00
Weekly climbing is on Thursday nights at the coolest gym around!
Cessnock PCYC climbing gym has 18m high walls with top rope and lead climbing options, offering a fun and challenging session for all abilities. There are a range of grades, allowing you to either get comfy on the ropes or project some harder climbs! It is a super fun and supportive environment where you can practice safe lead falls and gain confidence in your rope skills. This is such a great learning opportunity for anyone, surrounded by a wonderful group of people!
If you are keen on learning lead, we are in the process of developing an excellent checklist for you to follow to develop the necessary skills for safe lead climbing and belaying!
Tickets will be released at 8am on the Monday and close Wednesday at 10pm prior to each Thursday session.
The club will provide one rope per car for lead climbing, and if you need a harness you can borrow one from the club too!
Carpooling is available if you meet the group at the NUMC club shed at 5:45pm on the day for a 6pm departure, with a gold coin donation for fuel.
It is a 50min drive from the shed which gives us a generous 2 hours of climbing - enough to feel that forearm pump for sure!
Keen to see you all there!
**note: entry is purchased at Cessnock PCYC. Price is $14.50/person (you will need a PCYC membership to access this - $40.00 one off purchase for 12 months
If you would like some more information please do not hesitate to reach out to Laila Machin, Taylor Cassady or Benjamin Ewin :)
Mar
02
Past Event
Adventure Expo @ Bar on the Hill (with NUDEs)
Bar On The Hill
18:00 – 22:00
Hey Everyone
We're teaming up with the dive club (NUDEs) to deliver some wild and wicked stories of adventure, all the way from the depths of the ocean to the top of the highest peaks.
the 411, the lowdown, whats gonna happen:
kicking off from 6pm in 'the lounge' at BoTH you'll be able to grab a beer and catch up with some familiar faces, and meet a few new! We'll have some stories from NUMC and NUDEs members highlighting a recent/favourite adventure and a sneak peak at our trip calender for 2026!
If you're interested in sharing one your recent or favourite adventures please fill in the google form: https://forms.gle/VbWyd3oJw8RJM6fc7
Feb
28
Past Event
**CANCELLED DUE TO RAIN** Port Stephens Climb & Swim Day Out!
One Mile Beach
09:00 – 16:00
Get your swimmers and climbing kit on for an epic day of touching rocks by a beautiful veiw. With salty swims before and after to cool us down, this little day trip will be one to remember!
- Limited tickets available as it will be a relatively small crew
- Beginner friendly, there is a bit of something for everyone
- BYO lunch & water (more info will be sent out to you)
~ Be ready to slip slop slap that sun cream ~
Feb
26
Past Event
Cessnock PCYC Indoor Climbing
Cessnock PCYC
18:00 – 21:00
Weekly climbing is on Thursday nights at the coolest gym around!
Cessnock PCYC climbing gym has 18m high walls with top rope and lead climbing options, offering a fun and challenging session for all abilities. There are a range of grades, allowing you to either get comfy on the ropes or project some harder climbs! It is a super fun and supportive environment where you can practice safe lead falls and gain confidence in your rope skills. This is such a great learning opportunity for anyone, surrounded by a wonderful group of people!
If you are keen on learning lead, we are in the process of developing an excellent checklist for you to follow to develop the necessary skills for safe lead climbing and belaying!
Tickets will be released at 8am on the Monday and close Wednesday at 10pm prior to each Thursday session.
The club will provide one rope per car for lead climbing, and if you need a harness you can borrow one from the club too!
Carpooling is available if you meet the group at the NUMC club shed at 5:45pm on the day for a 6pm departure, with a gold coin donation for fuel.
It is a 50min drive from the shed which gives us a generous 2 hours of climbing - enough to feel that forearm pump for sure!
Keen to see you all there!
**note: entry is purchased at Cessnock PCYC. Price is $14.50/person (you will need a PCYC membership to access this - $40.00 one off purchase for 12 months
If you would like some more information please do not hesitate to reach out to Laila Machin, Taylor Cassady or Benjamin Ewin :)
Feb
21
Past Event
Beginners Overnight Hike - Barrington Tops National park
Barrington Tops National Park
21-02-2026 07:00 – 22-02-2026 18:00
Missing the mountain air already? Come hiking in the subalpine plateau of the Barrington Tops to remind yourself of winter. Fresh air, stunning scenery, and hiddden water falls.
This hike is around 20km over 2 days and involves some hills. The trip requires a moderate level of fitness and more than anything, an appreciation for some lightweight type 2 fun.
This is a great opportunity to taste test overnight hiking if you're new to it.
TICKET TYPES:
If you have a car and can transport yourself and 3 others please consider buying a 'driver ticket' to help us get everyone there. Fuel is covered by the club and driving comes with DJ rights for the trip.
For those of you who do not have transport, please buy a Non-driver ticket and transport will be provided.
If all tickets are sold out feel free to jump on the waitlist and you will be notified if tickets become available.
The plan:
Route still to be confirmed but likey route is from lagoon pinch up the corker trail to camp at either Selby alley hut or Wombat Creek, with possible sidetrip to Careys Peak.
Saturday: Leave NUMC gear shed early to drive to start, walk into camp.
Sunday: Walk out from campsite then drive back to the gear shed.
For any questions, please feel free to contact me on facebook messenger (Saxon Crockford)
Feb
19
Past Event
Cessnock PCYC Indoor Climbing
Cessnock PCYC
18:00 – 21:00
Weekly climbing is on Thursday nights at the coolest gym around!
Cessnock PCYC climbing gym has 18m high walls with top rope and lead climbing options, offering a fun and challenging session for all abilities. There are a range of grades, allowing you to either get comfy on the ropes or project some harder climbs! It is a super fun and supportive environment where you can practice safe lead falls and gain confidence in your rope skills. This is such a great learning opportunity for anyone, surrounded by a wonderful group of people!
If you are keen on learning lead, we are in the process of developing an excellent checklist for you to follow to develop the necessary skills for safe lead climbing and belaying!
Tickets will be released at 8am on the Monday and close Wednesday at 10pm prior to each Thursday session.
The club will provide one rope per car for lead climbing, and if you need a harness you can borrow one from the club too!
Carpooling is available if you meet the group at the NUMC club shed at 5:45pm on the day for a 6pm departure, with a gold coin donation for fuel.
It is a 50min drive from the shed which gives us a generous 2 hours of climbing - enough to feel that forearm pump for sure!
Keen to see you all there!
**note: entry is purchased at Cessnock PCYC. Price is $14.50/person (you will need a PCYC membership to access this - $40.00 one off purchase for 12 months
If you would like some more information please do not hesitate to reach out to Laila Machin, Taylor Cassady or Benjamin Ewin :)
Feb
12
Past Event
Cessnock PCYC Indoor Climbing
Cessnock PCYC
18:00 – 21:00
Weekly climbing is on Thursday nights at the coolest gym around!
Cessnock PCYC climbing gym has 18m high walls with top rope and lead climbing options, offering a fun and challenging session for all abilities. There are a range of grades, allowing you to either get comfy on the ropes or project some harder climbs! It is a super fun and supportive environment where you can practice safe lead falls and gain confidence in your rope skills. This is such a great learning opportunity for anyone, surrounded by a wonderful group of people!
If you are keen on learning lead, we are in the process of developing an excellent checklist for you to follow to develop the necessary skills for safe lead climbing and belaying!
Tickets will be released at 8am on the Monday and close Wednesday at 10pm prior to each Thursday session.
The club will provide one rope per car for lead climbing, and if you need a harness you can borrow one from the club too!
Carpooling is available if you meet the group at the NUMC club shed at 5:45pm on the day for a 6pm departure, with a gold coin donation for fuel.
It is a 50min drive from the shed which gives us a generous 2 hours of climbing - enough to feel that forearm pump for sure!
Keen to see you all there!
**note: entry is purchased at Cessnock PCYC. Price is $14.50/person (you will need a PCYC membership to access this - $40.00 one off purchase for 12 months
If you would like some more information please do not hesitate to reach out to Laila Machin, Taylor Cassady or Benjamin Ewin :)
Feb
06
Past Event
Social Camp Semester 1
The Steps Barrington Campground
06-02-2026 15:00 – 08-02-2026 16:00
Are you keen to get outdoors, meet new people and harness the NUMC spirit? This is the trip for you!
Join us on 6th-8th Feburary for a weekend of camping, swimming, bushwalks, games and crafts. We will be camping at The Steps Barrington, who have generously provided a discount on camping fees for NUMC! If you are new to the area/haven't camped at this awesome spot, check out the campsite at: https://www.thestepsbarrington.com.au/ This campsite has hot showers, toilets and drinking water.
Important Info
We have to book our spots in advance so there are a limited number of tickets - get in quick before they sell out!
We will meet at the Gearshed at 3pm on the Friday and return on the Sunday at 4pm. If these times do not work for you, please message me so we can discuss possible alternate arrangements. A general itinerary will be provided prior to the trip outlining some fun, opt-in activities during the day!
Dinner will be provided Friday and Saturday night accompanied by a campfire (if fire restrictions allow it). If we have a campfire, it is important that no riverstones are placed around the fire as they could explode.
We will camp by the river so bring swimmers and a towel if you're keen for a dip! The river's current can change quickly so there will be lifejackets if anyone would prefer one!
Packing list:
Camping set-up: tent, sleeping mat, sleeping bag, pillow
Mess kit
Water (2L minimum)
Breakfast and lunch for Saturday and Sunday
Snacks and drinks
Swimmers and towel
Clothes (inc. warm clothes for the evening)
Sturdy shoes (e.g. hiking boots, runners)
Toiletries and medication
Hat, sunscreen, bug repellent
Torch/headtorch
Thermals
Day pack (for a bushwalk)
Rain gear (forecast dependent)
Board games and craft supplies (optional)
Camp chair/ hammock (optional)
If you have any questions please feel free to flick me a message on Facebook!
- Laila Machin
Feb
05
Past Event
Cessnock PCYC Indoor Climbing
Cessnock PCYC
18:00 – 21:00
Weekly climbing is on Thursday nights at the coolest gym around!
Cessnock PCYC climbing gym has 18m high walls with top rope and lead climbing options, offering a fun and challenging session for all abilities. There are a range of grades, allowing you to either get comfy on the ropes or project some harder climbs! It is a super fun and supportive environment where you can practice safe lead falls and gain confidence in your rope skills. This is such a great learning opportunity for anyone, surrounded by a wonderful group of people!
If you are keen on learning lead, we are in the process of developing an excellent checklist for you to follow to develop the necessary skills for safe lead climbing and belaying!
Tickets will be released at 8am on the Monday and close Wednesday at 10pm prior to each Thursday session.
The club will provide one rope per car for lead climbing, and if you need a harness you can borrow one from the club too!
Carpooling is available if you meet the group at the NUMC club shed at 5:45pm on the day for a 6pm departure, with a gold coin donation for fuel.
It is a 50min drive from the shed which gives us a generous 2 hours of climbing - enough to feel that forearm pump for sure!
Keen to see you all there!
**note: entry is purchased at Cessnock PCYC. Price is $........../person (you will need a PCYC membership to access this - $........ one off purchase for the year(?)
If you would like some more information please do not hesitate to reach out to Laila Machin or Taylor Cassady :)
Feb
01
Past Event
Semester 1 Welcome BBQ
Nobbys Beach Newcastle
16:00 – 20:00
If you are a new or seasoned NUMC member, come along for the first social event of the year!
Join us at Nobby's Beach for a fun afternoon filled with beach volleyball, games, snags and chats. This is the perfect opportunity to meet wonderful people, get an insight into upcoming club events, and enjoy the sun!
We will provide snags on the BBQ, all you need to bring is:
Water (minimum 1L)
Towel
Hat, sunscreen, sun-safety
Snacks and drinks (optional)
Games (optional)
Camp chair (optional)
Great vibes!
If you have any questions just flick me a message on Facebook. Looking forward to seeing you all!
- Laila Machin
Jan
29
Past Event
Cessnock PCYC Indoor Climbing
Cessnock PCYC
18:00 – 21:00
Weekly climbing is on Thursday nights at the coolest gym around!
Cessnock PCYC climbing gym has 18m high walls with top rope and lead climbing options, offering a fun and challenging session for all abilities. There are a range of grades, allowing you to either get comfy on the ropes or project some harder climbs! It is a super fun and supportive environment where you can practice safe lead falls and gain confidence in your rope skills. This is such a great learning opportunity for anyone, surrounded by a wonderful group of people!
If you are keen on learning lead, we are in the process of developing an excellent checklist for you to follow to develop the necessary skills for safe lead climbing and belaying!
Tickets will be released at 8am on the Monday and close Wednesday at 10pm prior to each Thursday session.
The club will provide one rope per car for lead climbing, and if you need a harness you can borrow one from the club too!
Carpooling is available if you meet the group at the NUMC club shed at 5:45pm on the day for a 6pm departure, with a gold coin donation for fuel.
It is a 50min drive from the shed which gives us a generous 2 hours of climbing - enough to feel that forearm pump for sure!
Keen to see you all there!
**note: entry is purchased at Cessnock PCYC. Price is $........../person (you will need a PCYC membership to access this - $........ one off purchase for the year(?)
If you would like some more information please do not hesitate to reach out to Laila Machin or Taylor Cassady :)
Jan
18
2025
Past Event
Beginner Mountain Biking Camp
18-01-2025 08:00 – 19-01-2025 18:00
This will be a beginner friendly event. You must be able to confidently ride a bike and have a reasonable level of fitness, but no mountain biking/off road experience is necessary.
We will meet at the club shed at 8 in the morning and drive to our first riding destination in Sydney with bikes in tow!
For our first day we will ride at the Wylde skills park in Sydney and our second we will ride some natural cross country trails in Awaba.
Things you'll need:
Activewear to ride in (long sleeves and pants recommended in case of scrapes)
Closed shoes (skate shoes work well with pedals, or normal running shoes are fine)
Water bottle (we will bring a big container of water for each car for refills)
Snacks
Lunch
Bike gloves (if you have them)
Glasses (to keep twigs and dirt out of your eyes) - we have some safety specs we will be bringing for those who need them, sunnies or normal glasses are also fine
Camping gear
Tent (can be borrowed from the club)
Mat (can be borrowed from the club)
Sleeping bag (can be borrowed from the club)
Eating equipment
Spare clothes for the evening
Breakfast x2
Lunch x2
Dinner is on us Saturday night!
Bikes and helmets are provided. Let's go shred some trails!!