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 Basic cycling course 25th Nov Camden Cycleway |
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MacBUG cyclists / Macarthur Bushwalkers are a group of individuals who accept responsibility for themselves. We have gone back to basics by eliminating club membership fees and most committee meetings. We are a safety conscious, informal, no frills, family friendly outdoors group located in the Macarthur region of New South Wales (NSW) Australia. MacBUG is affiliated to Bicycle NSW and supports the goals and activities of that organisation. Bushwalking Guidelines have been obtained from the Confederation of Bushwalking Clubs NSW Inc, bushwalking clubs, overseas organisations and the experience of our members. The guidelines can be found on: FAQ - becoming involved.
Children are eligible to ride with MacBUG providing they are accompanied by an adult / guardian. Come along to our regular informal "Meet & Greet" evenings held on the Campbelltown RSL premises at 7.00pm on the 1st Monday of each month. Meet fellow cyclists, talk about cycling and your adventures, help plan rides over a drink. |
 Brown hill Loop Road - Regular Ride - Macarthur Region |
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The objectives of the group are:
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 Hidden Gem - Brown hill Loop Road - Regular Ride - Macarthur Region |
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| MacBUG is a South Western Sydney based cycling group / club located in Campbelltown / Camden on the fringe of Greater Sydney in the Macarthur District of New South Wales (NSW) where most of our group live. The groups intention is to service the people of the Macarthur District and anybody else who would like to engage in outdoor activities.
The Macarthur District includes the following townships, many of which are located in the Southern Highlands: Bargo, Thirlmere, Camden, Campbelltown, Cobbity, Glenfield, Ingleburn, Hill Top, Minto, Narellan, Leppington and Picton in the Wollondilly Shire, the population is approximately 225,000. The Macarthur District is approximately 50 kilometers from the centre of Sydney and north of the Southern Highlands with Liverpool to the north and Mittagong to the south. The area is easily accessed by public transport (NSW State Rail). Campbelltown itself sits astride the Hume Highway guaranteeing good access by road (M5 & Hume Hwy). |
 On the way to Cobbity - Regular Ride - Macarthur Region |
| Or would like to ride and socialise, maybe improve your health and fitness? If the answer is YES! Call MacBUG. We provide cycling coaching / tuition. Cycling is great for making friends and socialising. It's restful because we are never in a hurry. Some riders might want to stop for a coffee, take a photograph or look at the scenery. We ride as a group at an easy pace to suit all. Get your bike down from the garage wall, blow up the tyres and check that it works. What next? Visit the Calendar /Bushwalk Calendar to see what we are doing. Then join one of our Saturday groups by calling 4628 2528 and book in. |
| MacBUG Rides |
| Campbelltown is not a cyclist friendly city with little being done in the way of safe cycling promotion or the development of cycleways or cycle friendly routes in the last twenty years. Therefore MacBUG rides are mainly held in the Blue Mountains, Illawarra and the Sydney cycleways. Many rides are also held in the low traffic areas of the Southern Highlands. see MacBUG Cycling Events Calendar. |
| Insurance |
| Cycling insurance is your responsibility, it is available throughPedal Power and we strongly urge you to take it. Member benefits
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| MacBug Links | |
| Macbug Group Guidelines: Guidelines obtained from Bicycle NSW for the operation of a Bicycle Users Group. | Macbug Pre Ride Checklist: A list of items under the headings of Route, Meeting point and What to Bring, all essential stuff. |
| Macbug Ride Leaders Info: Bicycle NSW advice for the running of an enjoyable, safe and successful ride. | Bicycle NSW : The Bicycle NSW Web Site for events and cycling issues. |
| MacBUG Calendar: MacBUG rides programme. | PushOn Calendar: PushOn rides programme. |
| MacBUG Advocacy: Bicycle safety, cycleways, legislation, cycling promotion. | Campbelltown Cycleways: MacBUG evaluation of Campbelltown's bicycle planning. |
| MacBUG - Purchasing a touring bike, the personal side Do your research, establish your requirements then go for it, I eventually chose a Bike Friday. | |
| The Pushbike Factory Beginners Buyers Guide Types of bikes. Which one will meet your requirements? Best place to buy. What accessories and clothing do you require? It's all here. | |
 Bargo River above Mermaids Pool |
| The Macarthur Region is in close proximity to the Royal National Park (second oldest to the US Yellowstone NP), Blue Mountains National Park and the Southern Highlands of NSW to name a few.
It is an easy run from Campbelltown to the Snowy Mountains and New South Wales (NSW) South Coast (Wollongong, Illawarra). Bushwalk's are regularly held in the "World Heritage" Blue Mountains National Park including the Upper Blue Mountains and Lower Blue Mountains, Snowy Mountains, Wollemi National Park, Royal National Park, Barrington Tops National Park, Morton National Park, Kanangra Boyd National Park, Nattai Wilderness, Nattai National Park, Gardens of Stone National Park, our own Georges River National Park and more. These are just a few of the many notable National Parks in New South Wales (NSW) and Canberra (ACT). |
 Georges River - Campbelltown - Brown Acres |
| If you are a bicycle owner or bushwalker and not sure where to ride or walk, join us. You are welcome on our rides, walks and social activities. People of all religions and nationalities are welcome to join us, help us create a truly multi-cultural cycling / bushwalking group / club. If you would like to improve your fitness, even lose weight or just enjoy a ride or bushwalk we have something for you, Email or phone 02 4628 2528 Information on how to become involved with the 'MacBUG or the Bushwalkers' ie - liability, personal costs, travel, bushwalking, cycling etc is found using this link (Group), therefore it is essential reading. |
 Georges River - Campbelltown - Freres Crossing |
| Those of us who choose to bushwalk NSW and Australia often find ourselves in some very beautiful yet hostile environments. Many of our easier local bushwalk's are in the same challenging type of terrain. Walkers should be prepared to meet the challenges they may encounter on their journeys. Even easy bushwalk's are more challenging than walking in the streets or local parks. Although we aren't a club with club formalities, we do promote safety and protection of the environment. Safe Bushwalking is essential, don't know how? Let us teach you. Walk with experienced bushwalkers, walk with the group and benefit from our experience. |
 Mermaid pool - Bargo River - Macarthur Region |
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