Lake Illawarra Dapto, New South Wales, Australia
By
Throsbyonchurch on 04-Nov-18. Waypoint GC7ZWZH
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Logs
Find # 12274DAY 3Caching adventures continue and trying to tick off as many on the solved pile as I can. Headed across to the coast for the long weekend to meet up with a few other CBR cachers. The main target is the SES series, having worked on these puzzles last year and gradually made the solves. Some with help and others straightforward. Either way it was an enjoyable series, generally. Now its time to collect. And of course with so many others to choose from in this area, its a busy weekend.Always shenanigans in a group as you never quite know what might happen but its guaranteed to be fun!All caches located, retrieved, signed, and replaced.Thanks for the Earthcache Throsbyonchurch
Shellharbour weekendFound with Joolay, contesta, ispoeda, fitzy_1965 and minniek. We had such a lovely weekend caching and exploring the area. It is so good to see many positive changes to the lake. The lake is cleaner and much nicer now then how I remember it from around 1983. Answers have been sent in for the group. Thanks for the hide Throsbyonchurch
A lovely spot here. Answers sent in for the group my minniek.Looking forward to a warmer weekend enjoying the lovely Wollongong area with Kittykatch, contesta, ispoeda, fitzy_1965 and minniek. Signing as SHI for Shell Harbour Invaders.Thanks for getting me out and about Throsbyonchurch
Day 2: fitzy_1965 and I headed to the Lake Illawarra area to do some caching with friends for the Canberra long weekend.We signed our group as SHI (ShellHarbour Invasion) which consisted of Kittykatch, Joolay, contesta, ispoeda, Tankengine, dty73, fitzy_1965 and myself or if most had already found we signed our own names.Our team has diminished by two now. TE & dty73 had to go home early.It was a great few days away and lots of caches found. Thanks to the CO's for placement.
Found for International earth cache day answers have been sent you Learn something new everyday
Found today for earth cache day.Took a few pics from where the lake main channel drops off into the lake proper.No fish today the water was only 15 degrees, so they were all tucked up trying to stay warm.Pic of Drop off, Kanahooka and PrimbeeAnswers sent to C.O.TFTCIronbark.
Streak Day #3698 - Stopped by with Dave8153 and gathered the required info, answers will be sent tomorrow. TFTC
26 August 2023
This is find number: 8745
Streak Day: 2809
Found Today with Snoopy1976, thanks for the Earthcache. Will send. Answers tomorrow
Thanks to Throsbyonchurch for placing and maintaining this cache.
TFTC
This is find number: 8745
Streak Day: 2809
Found Today with Snoopy1976, thanks for the Earthcache. Will send. Answers tomorrow
Thanks to Throsbyonchurch for placing and maintaining this cache.
TFTC
#7076- Out on international geocaching day with thomo31..We love the lake, often coming down from the mountains and having a seafood lunch while here. An interesting earth cache though neither of us are geological, but we read up and looked around and sent our answers to the CO. Thanks
Done with WaywardWoman while caching in Wollongong this morning. Needing an Earth Cache as part of a Challenge, we ended up at our regular area, when down this way. With research, reading, looking, and getting distracted by Birdwatching, we managed to answer the questions in our usual layman way.
Thanks for the Earth Cache
Thanks for the Earth Cache
Thought I was doing a school assignment again but enjoyed visiting the various co-ords and having a look around.
Thanks for the earthcache Throsbyonchurch.
Answers sent
Thanks for the earthcache Throsbyonchurch.
Answers sent
Now on my way south from Sydney.
I visited the from a few different points, nice to see.
/herrFamaxe from Sweden
I visited the from a few different points, nice to see.
/herrFamaxe from Sweden
I find Earth Caches challenging. But with limited caches available in my area (since I’ve found most accessible ones) and needing to log one for today, I’ve found myself researching like I’m back in school ???. Thanks for the science lesson. I now know what the difference between a Lagoon and an Estuary is if I am ever asked. TFTEC!
#11817 9:50
The second edition of the loop around Lake Illawara to find the SES caches Everest High and I missed or DNF'd during the previous loop. Of course some non SES caches was also thrown in the mix.
A nice Earthcache on the shores of the Lake. Answers have been send to the CO.
TFTC
The second edition of the loop around Lake Illawara to find the SES caches Everest High and I missed or DNF'd during the previous loop. Of course some non SES caches was also thrown in the mix.
A nice Earthcache on the shores of the Lake. Answers have been send to the CO.
TFTC
What a beautiful day for geocaching and a perfect conditions, thanks for the EC
I like Earthcaches, and this location has nice views of the Lake. OCW Brewmaker. TFTEC Throsbyonchurch
Answers sent via Richmond Lad to CO.
Day 20 of Whittlesea Road Trip and it saw us travelling from Gundagai to Dapto collecting quite a range of caches throughout the journey. Many thanks to the COs who have placed caches, vituals and Adventure Labs on the way - it is appreciated.
Day 20 of Whittlesea Road Trip and it saw us travelling from Gundagai to Dapto collecting quite a range of caches throughout the journey. Many thanks to the COs who have placed caches, vituals and Adventure Labs on the way - it is appreciated.
Gathered the information and sent answers to CO. Enjoyed the visit to the Lake. TFTC
Found with EverestHigh on our trip around the lake. Answers sent by EH. Nice location. TFTC
Day 14 of our 2 week road trip south from Brisbane. After overcoming floods, a bogged car and vehicle electrical issues, we finally reached Canberra to spend a few days with relatives before continuing south for a loop around the Snowy Mountains. From there we headed towards Eden to commence the run north towards home following along the coastline.
After spending the night in Wollongong we had to backtrack a bit to pick up a few caches we had ran out of time for yesterday. The grass was pretty boggy underneath as I walked out to the listed coordinates. A large flock of pelicans and shags were perched on the rocks at GZ and took off in a pack as I approached. I then had the place to myself to make the observations. A nice place to enjoy on a fine sunny day. TFTC
After spending the night in Wollongong we had to backtrack a bit to pick up a few caches we had ran out of time for yesterday. The grass was pretty boggy underneath as I walked out to the listed coordinates. A large flock of pelicans and shags were perched on the rocks at GZ and took off in a pack as I approached. I then had the place to myself to make the observations. A nice place to enjoy on a fine sunny day. TFTC
Interesting and very informative earth cache at a beautiful spot. I'll definitely be returning to explore more of this lake.
Visited GZ while on a caching trip south to add a few degrees to my 360 degrees challenge. Nice to add another earthcache to the collection. Thanks Throsbyonchurch and Merry Christmas to you and yours.
What a lovely spot. Have been coming here a bit for lockdown walks. There's a path that goes from here all the way to Tallawarra. The lake sure is a gem with lots of exploring to be done!
TFTC
TFTC
I love a nice easy earthcache. Good location easy to do and something interesting. Answers to the CO.
Spied this Earthcache and a couple traditional's nearby, one of which had a bunch of FP's so made our way here to find them!
Enjoyed working out this EC as a group, although the lookout platform at GZ itself was fenced off for whatever reason so didn't get the best photo standing at the area!
Thanks TOC for the EC
Enjoyed working out this EC as a group, although the lookout platform at GZ itself was fenced off for whatever reason so didn't get the best photo standing at the area!
Thanks TOC for the EC
23,819. Found with DARKSIDEDAN and Loci612 during a caching run down to the coast today.
A slightly delayed trip down the coast today where we were rewarded with great weather, lots of caches to find, and in my case some long awaited gaps filled in cache series - some dating back a long time ! Due to domestics it was a later than normal pickup, but it wasn't before long when we started finding caches. This was the next cache on the list today. We came here for the Earthcache and got a two for one deal after finding the nearby Trad - Yay ! This was a really interesting Earthcache to visit and do - I guess you can teach an old dog new tricks ! DSD will be submitting our answers for the three of us.
Thanks Throsbyonchurch !! Favourite Point !!
A slightly delayed trip down the coast today where we were rewarded with great weather, lots of caches to find, and in my case some long awaited gaps filled in cache series - some dating back a long time ! Due to domestics it was a later than normal pickup, but it wasn't before long when we started finding caches. This was the next cache on the list today. We came here for the Earthcache and got a two for one deal after finding the nearby Trad - Yay ! This was a really interesting Earthcache to visit and do - I guess you can teach an old dog new tricks ! DSD will be submitting our answers for the three of us.
Thanks Throsbyonchurch !! Favourite Point !!
Find 176 for the tribe.
Out caching with the geokid a little a while ago, only getting around to logging and sending the answers now. Thanks for placing, the lake is a special place for the tribe, we enjoy walking and bike riding around it, or if we are feeling adventurous we have been known to get out in the '71 model kayak or '83 model canoe on the lake. A really peaceful place.
Our first Earthcache! We're new to this thing, hopefully we are doing it right.
Out caching with the geokid a little a while ago, only getting around to logging and sending the answers now. Thanks for placing, the lake is a special place for the tribe, we enjoy walking and bike riding around it, or if we are feeling adventurous we have been known to get out in the '71 model kayak or '83 model canoe on the lake. A really peaceful place.
Our first Earthcache! We're new to this thing, hopefully we are doing it right.
In the Illawarra to visit Mr Gaztek's mother and gathering a few geocaches before we return to Sydney. We had a picnic lunch just up from the earthcache. It was a very windy day and the Lake was definitely wave dominated today. We have sent our responses to the CO and learned really a lot about the geography here. TFTEC Cheers... Gaztek
great to be out and about today. The lake has lots of visitors. Thanks for the Earth Cache and information
We had an enjoyable day cycling around this lake whilst caching. At GZ, we had the company of a pair of black swans, some pied cormorants, a large flock of silver gulls with a solitary tern in their midst. TFTC
TFTC Thank you for hiding this cache. You have shown us a new place and have helped make geocaching an enjoyable activity.
Came to find the nearby traditional cache. Not sure why it has taken me so long to grab this one. I love paddling the lake, this side and angle is not one I am particularly familiar with.
Cheers
Cheers
Catching up with late logs
On our way back from the Queensland Outback Geo Muster we decided to head down the coast for a change. With so many caches along here we thought we would concentrate on Earth and Virtual caches as time was short.
We had a great time visiting some fantastic locations, and this was one of them and again we learned more about this great country
We collected the information required whilst admiring the views
Our answers have been sent off to the CO and we have been give permission to log.
Many thanks Throsbyonchurch for setting this up, a favourite point from us
On our way back from the Queensland Outback Geo Muster we decided to head down the coast for a change. With so many caches along here we thought we would concentrate on Earth and Virtual caches as time was short.
We had a great time visiting some fantastic locations, and this was one of them and again we learned more about this great country
We collected the information required whilst admiring the views
Our answers have been sent off to the CO and we have been give permission to log.
Many thanks Throsbyonchurch for setting this up, a favourite point from us
A beautiful day to be out exploring the geocaching game board. Answers sent via the messaging system. Thanks for an interesting and informative Earthcache!
Took the scenic route to Wollongong. I have visited WP2 several times, but today I finally detoured to the Posted Coordinates to record some observations of Lake Illawarra.
Thanks For The Earthcache
Thanks For The Earthcache
After ticking off a FTF nearby that brought me to the area, initially planned to just recon this location and leave the rest of my research until EC day and I needed something close, however once I started writing up my notes and getting caught up in the science, decided to claim it today and use the smiley towards my Museum challenge tally. Answers sent to CO.
Found it as part of Team NZ Mega 2020.. TFTC
***[======== NZ Mega 2020 ========](http://nzmega.com)***
Planning for the [NZ Mega 2020](http://nzmega.com) event is well underway. It will be held in Auckland over Labour Weekend, 23 to 26 October 2020. It's going to be a massive celebration of geocaching:
* 20 years of geocaching worldwide.
* 20 years since New Zealand had the very first geocache hidden outside of USA.
* And it's 2020 - all the 20s!
Talk to your geo-friends and start planning to be part of [this event](http://nzmega.com) - you won't want to miss it!
***[======== NZ Mega 2020 ========](http://nzmega.com)***
Planning for the [NZ Mega 2020](http://nzmega.com) event is well underway. It will be held in Auckland over Labour Weekend, 23 to 26 October 2020. It's going to be a massive celebration of geocaching:
* 20 years of geocaching worldwide.
* 20 years since New Zealand had the very first geocache hidden outside of USA.
* And it's 2020 - all the 20s!
Talk to your geo-friends and start planning to be part of [this event](http://nzmega.com) - you won't want to miss it!
Found this one with team NZ MEGA 2020 as we were passing through the area - while in the area for the GeoMuster mega event. An interesting earthcache here - enjoyed the spot and the chance to have a walk around and stretch the legs a bit. Nice EC lesson. TFTC!!!
***[======== NZ Mega 2020 ========](http://nzmega.com)***
Planning for the [NZ Mega 2020](http://nzmega.com) event is well underway. It will be held in Auckland over Labour Weekend, 23 to 26 October 2020. It's going to be a massive celebration of geocaching:
* 20 years of geocaching worldwide.
* 20 years since New Zealand had the very first geocache hidden outside of USA.
* And it's 2020 - all the 20s!
Talk to your geo-friends and start planning to be part of [this event](http://nzmega.com) - you won't want to miss it!
***[======== NZ Mega 2020 ========](http://nzmega.com)***
Planning for the [NZ Mega 2020](http://nzmega.com) event is well underway. It will be held in Auckland over Labour Weekend, 23 to 26 October 2020. It's going to be a massive celebration of geocaching:
* 20 years of geocaching worldwide.
* 20 years since New Zealand had the very first geocache hidden outside of USA.
* And it's 2020 - all the 20s!
Talk to your geo-friends and start planning to be part of [this event](http://nzmega.com) - you won't want to miss it!
A group of five of us from Auckland, New Zealand have embarked ourselves upon Australian territory to while away the time here at the MEGA and to gather up some old caches and see the country wile we’re at it.
Came along here to do our 2nd EC in 2 days. We mulled around GZ and between us came up with some pretty good answers. Answers have been sent to C.O on our behalf.
All logs while in Australia were signed as NZ MEGA 2020 to save space. We are FMZ, Agazo, rustynz, harisree and myself.
Came along here to do our 2nd EC in 2 days. We mulled around GZ and between us came up with some pretty good answers. Answers have been sent to C.O on our behalf.
All logs while in Australia were signed as NZ MEGA 2020 to save space. We are FMZ, Agazo, rustynz, harisree and myself.
Day 4: A group of Westies (rustynz, harisree, Gorby, FMZ and Agazo - temporary Westie visa holder), are in Australia from NZ to attend the OZGeoMuster MEGA in Wollongong. All logs have been signed NZMEGA 2020
We made the detour to find this cache, I was intrigued by the strong smell of the eucalyptus, I felt I was having aroma therapy, the scent was coming from the piles of bark.
At GZ we discussed the answers which have been sent to the CO for the group.
Thanks Throsbyonchurch for creating this Earthcache, and bringing us here
We made the detour to find this cache, I was intrigued by the strong smell of the eucalyptus, I felt I was having aroma therapy, the scent was coming from the piles of bark.
At GZ we discussed the answers which have been sent to the CO for the group.
Thanks Throsbyonchurch for creating this Earthcache, and bringing us here
Team NZ Mega 2020 found this cache right after the CITO. TFTC.
***[======== NZ Mega 2020 ========](http://nzmega.com)***
Planning for the [NZ Mega 2020](http://nzmega.com) event is well underway. It will be held in Auckland over Labour Weekend, 23 to 26 October 2020. It's going to be a massive celebration of geocaching:
* 20 years of geocaching worldwide.
* 20 years since New Zealand had the very first geocache hidden outside of USA.
* And it's 2020 - all the 20s!
Talk to your geo-friends and start planning to be part of [this event](http://nzmega.com) - you won't want to miss it!
***[======== NZ Mega 2020 ========](http://nzmega.com)***
Planning for the [NZ Mega 2020](http://nzmega.com) event is well underway. It will be held in Auckland over Labour Weekend, 23 to 26 October 2020. It's going to be a massive celebration of geocaching:
* 20 years of geocaching worldwide.
* 20 years since New Zealand had the very first geocache hidden outside of USA.
* And it's 2020 - all the 20s!
Talk to your geo-friends and start planning to be part of [this event](http://nzmega.com) - you won't want to miss it!
On a day out with burgo78.
He wanted to collect as many types as he could today.
I was happy to lug the finds and enjoy the scenery.
Answers send by burgo or us both.
Thank you for hiding this cache Throsbyonchurch
R
He wanted to collect as many types as he could today.
I was happy to lug the finds and enjoy the scenery.
Answers send by burgo or us both.
Thank you for hiding this cache Throsbyonchurch
R
After flying down from Townsville to attend the mega, Karicka and I set about to collect 10 types today and make some interesting finds.
Thanks for organising.
Thanks for organising.
Out and about as the sun goes down! Enough light to see the beautiful Lake Illawarra. Here to visit a ‘Gong’ buddy involved in the local Bush Care group and attend the MEGA Yippee. Seems the Lake ecology is vulnerable to all manner of human impacts and encroaching developments including the recent sightings of blue ring octopus. TFTC and the info - caching always a good reason to detour and pontificate on the wider joys and value of GEOCACHING!
Set out caching around Lake Illawarra with Bonfire7, out to achieve my 300th find and his 100th EC. And that we did!! Such a beautiful day was had. Thank you for the experience Throsbyonchurch
Out caching around the lake on this absolutely beautiful autumn day with Nicolebrgal76 we stopped in too complete this eartcache.
After bouncing a few different ideas on formation we had ourselves a set of answers sending these off to the CO before logging the find.
Today we celebrated a couple of milestones with Ng76's 300th find and this my 100thEC, Woo-Hoo!!
Thanks Throsbyonchurch for the earthcache
After bouncing a few different ideas on formation we had ourselves a set of answers sending these off to the CO before logging the find.
Today we celebrated a couple of milestones with Ng76's 300th find and this my 100thEC, Woo-Hoo!!
Thanks Throsbyonchurch for the earthcache
TFTEC
Great little Earthcache, living in the area all my life, I know how this lake acts.... I’ve been fishing and prawning the lake my whole life... A shame commercial fishing has ruined the numbers of fish for recreational use.
Cheers
Seemyshell
Great little Earthcache, living in the area all my life, I know how this lake acts.... I’ve been fishing and prawning the lake my whole life... A shame commercial fishing has ruined the numbers of fish for recreational use.
Cheers
Seemyshell
What better way to celebrate a birthday than finding an Earthcache in such a spectacular area. Answers sent via message centre. Thanks for placing and bringing me to this different view of such a huge lake.
Came by today for some caching and stopped here, some black swans enjoying a slight breeze.
We collected some answers and headed off for a coffee.
TFTC
We collected some answers and headed off for a coffee.
TFTC
How can I leave a new earthcache this close to home! Wasn't around at the time of publishing, but had all the time this week during work to visit the wp's. I added a picture to show the difference a day can make, taken only 20 meters from were Rats took their picture!
Thanks for putting out the eartgcache and answers have been send.
TFTC Wilbert67
Thanks for putting out the eartgcache and answers have been send.
TFTC Wilbert67
Well this was an unexpected FTF. I stumbled upon this cache cause it didn’t come through on my notifications for some reason so only seen it after trolling GC.
I drive past WP2 everyday so stopped here on my way home today and then made the quick detour to the posted coords where I soon had all the required info. I’ve certainly seen some changes over the years at WP2.
Answers sent to CO. Thanks
I drive past WP2 everyday so stopped here on my way home today and then made the quick detour to the posted coords where I soon had all the required info. I’ve certainly seen some changes over the years at WP2.
Answers sent to CO. Thanks
Saw this one pop up and another nearby EarthCache to find! Took the chance to pop down on the weekend with the family. Always a great spot as the kids played in the park Dad went and hunted this EarthCache. Certainly some interesting reading on the cache page about the local waterbody. Answers sent off. TFTEC!
