Sunday 2nd January -what a perfect way to start the New Year. Never expected to see so many swimmers at this popular swimming spot in Cardingmill Valley. It is a good uphill walk to reach the reservoir which means you are nice and warm by the time you get to the water. This is just as well as the water is always chilly. Not sure of the water temp this time but I had a full wetsuit on and around the 10 minute mark was enough for me. Unfortunately there was quite a strong and chilly wind blowing straight down the valley which made for rather an unpleasant time trying to get dry and warm afterwards. There are some trees over to the right of the reservoir which offer some shelter. Entry and exit is achieved by the ramp at the front end of the reservoir and this provides a good footing.

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