North Curl Curl 28 Jan 2013 - king tide, high seas

This man debated for a long time whether to go in

The man had brought his granddaughters down. In the end, they wisely chose not to go in

North Curl Curl Ocean Pool (9 Jan 2013)

North Curly is an "in-the-know" pool, mainly patronised by locals. It's tucked away on the rock platform. There are warning signs around the rock ledge; several people, mainly rock fishermen have been swept away. On 9 Jan, 2013, North Curl Curl was fairly benign. It was a different story on 28 January, when seas were high. Pictures from that day follow this post.

Taking the plunge; it was a bit cool!



Ann heads down towards the pool



Looking back from pool towards the cliffs and beach at North Curl Curl

The underwater world at North Curl Curl is wonderful

Kicking back and thinking of swimming

Dee Why Ocean Pool (9 Jan 2013)

Collaroy Ocean Pool (8 and 9 Jan 2013)

8 Jan 2013 was one of the hottest days on record in Sydney, and across Australia. Until it was surpassed on 18 January. On that day, Ann and I walked from Mona Vale to Narrabeen as part of our Great Northern Beaches Trek. We then repaired to airconditioning, but I had an afternoon swim at the pool across from where we were staying. Next morining was considerably cooler, and cloudy, as we resumed our walk south. Next stop, Dee Why.