Contact Us:
Boroondara Bushwalkers Inc.,
P.O. Box 355,
Kew Vic. 3101
MOBILE: 0403 721 451
Visitors since Feb 16, 2005:
Contact Us:
Boroondara Bushwalkers Inc.,
P.O. Box 355,
Kew Vic. 3101
MOBILE: 0403 721 451
Visitors since Feb 16, 2005:
Boroondara Bushwalkers
Date: Feb Mar Apr May Jun Future
| Sat 19 Feb | FIRST AID COURSE | - |
Level I Outdoor Special first aid course will be presented by First Aid Management and Training Pty Ltd from 8.30 to 5.00 pm. If you would like to register for this course please contact Robyn by Friday, 11 February. The cost for this one day course is $80.00 for club members, and reimbursement through the club and Bushwalking Victoria is available on completion of the course. If you would like to do the Level II course, please Robyn know, as this is also possible.
| Sun 20 Feb | SUMMER SUNRISE #4: COASTAL ARTIST TRAIL CONTINUED | E |
''Walk area: Coastal Bayside Distance/direction from Melbourne: Max walkers 25
Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure: No''
Meet on the foreshore at the end of Bay Road Sandringham (Melways 76G10) in time for a 6.45am start (note: the sun rises later in February!). Free parking on the street at the end of Bay Rd on Sundays. We follow the path around the bay to just past Ricketts Point, completing our views of the signboards showing paintings of famous artists, in the locations that inspired them. Return via the same route, stopping for a light breakfast on the way.
| Sun 20 Feb | WESTBURN PARK TO MT DONNA BUANG | H |
''Walk area: Yarra State Forest / Ranges National Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 75km NE Max walkers
Walking distance: 13 km Overdue Walks Procedure: Yes''
This will be a hard walk due to an ascent or decent (depending on direction of travel) of over 1000m. Walk combines the dry forests of Mt Little Joe with the wet rain forests of Mt Donna Buang. Mt Donna Buang offers panoramic views over Melbourne, the Yarra Valley, Dandenong and Cathedral Ranges, Mount Baw Baw and the Alps. Car Shuffle required.
| Sun 27 Feb | MARIBYRNONG RIVER BOAT TRIP | E |
Walk area: Suburban Distance/direction from Melbourne:120km NW Max walkers
Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure: No
Public transport to Footscray station. We shall then take the Blackbird for a trip on the Maribyrnong River with some walking along the adjacent paths (all flat). Trainers will be suitable footwear: all on paths. Fare payable on boat, but usual free Met trip for Seniors. Others need a lower price Sunday ticket in advance.
| Sun 27 Feb | BLOWHOLE - BALD HILL |
Walk area: Daylesford Distance/direction from Melbourne: 120km NW Max walkers 15
Walking distance: 17 km Overdue Walks Procedure: Yes
This circuit walk includes hill country west of Daylesford and passes two mineral springs. The latter part of the route is through areas that appear little used by walkers.
| Sun 6 Mar | SUMMER CHALLENGE | H |
Walk area: Baw Baw Distance/direction from Melbourne: 170km E Max walkers 8
Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure: Yes
This walk will be IN a river in the Baw Baw area. Current plans are for the West Branch of Tyres River, rising East of Rawson, crossing the South Face Road and rising on the slopes of Mt Baw Baw. We will spend the day walking in and out of the water (mostly in). Wear sturdy footwear and have a waterproofed pack (ie pack all gear inside a plastic bag inside rucksack). The challenge includes walking in water, over rocks and navigation. There might even be the odd waterfall to negotiate. Meeting time 6.45am.
| Sun 6 Mar | CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA DAY | - |
Walk area: Dandenong Ranges NP Distance/direction from Melbourne: 40 km E
Max walkers: - Walking distance: - Overdue Walks Procedure No
Part A
In conjunction with Parks Victoria Help to clean up a popular training area for bushwalkers at the Ferntree Gully National Park. Lots of small tracks to
cover. Those of you who are feeling energetic can scour the 1000 Steps circuit. 12.00 pm Barbeque lunch.
Bring study boots, gardening gloves, comfortable clothing and jacket, sun-hat, water bottle and snacks and lunch to share. Please note that if it is a total Fire Ban the activity will be cancelled.
Part B
Visit to Woolrich lookout and the world-famous Cloudehill Gardens at Olinda $5. Join us for afternoon tea in the very popular cafe with a delightful panorama at 3.30pm. To facilitate cafe bookings and logistics please telephone/email Marian by February 27th
| Wed 9 Mar | RIVER WALK & LA LA FALLS | E |
Walk area: Warburton Distance/direction from Melbourne: 70km E
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 10 km E Overdue Walks Procedure: Yes
A pleasant walk along the banks of the upper Yarra River, then along quiet roads and a moderately steep path to the La La falls Meet at Victoria Park Kew 8.45 am.
| Mar: Labour Day Sat 11 - Mon 13 | BASE CAMP:HALLS GAP ECO LODGE | EM -M |
Walk area: Grampians National Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 250 km W
Max walkers 25 Walking distance: Var Overdue Walks Procedure: Yes
The YHA lodge is booked for the Fri, Sat and Sun nights, or find your own alternative accommodation. Full day walks will be arranged for Saturday and Sunday, with a shorter walk on Monday morning. Probable walks (subject to conditions): Wonderland Loop. 10km M; Mt Rosea Loop 12km M; Chatauqua Peak Loop 6km EM
There are many other short walks in the area that could be done individually by those who want something a little easier.
| Sun 13 Mar | MAROONDAH AQUEDUCT TRAIL | E |
Walk area: Eltham Distance/direction from Melbourne: 20km NE
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure No
This is a newly completed bike / walking trail (cost quarter of a million dollars) in the leafy suburbs of the north east.
| Wed 16 Mar | CLUB MEETING | - |
Phyllis Hore room, adjacent to Kew Library, Cotham Road.
The meeting will be followed by a slide presentation by Joslin Guest: Seven days of adventure and beauty in Tasmania—from Lake Mackenzie to Cynthia Bay
| Sat 19 Mar | BIRDWATCHING | E |
Walk area: Melbourne Botanic Gardens Distance/direction from Melbourne:
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: Overdue Walks Procedure No
Meet at gate F of the Melbourne Botanic Gardens (off Birdwood Ave, Melways 2L A1) at 8.30am. Please bring binoculars and a snack. We can possibly lunch at the café.
| Sun 20 Mar | CURRAWONG FALLS | EM |
Walk area: Aireys Inlet – Otway Ranges Distance/direction from Melbourne: 112km SW
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
Noted for its outstanding botanical diversity, the forests and heathlands that hug the coast between Anglesea and Aireys Inlet are a bushwalker’s paradise. This walk passes through a variety of vegetation types, and visits the only waterfall near Aireys Inlet.
| Sun 20 Mar | BIG PATS CREEK CIRCUIT | MH |
Walk area: Yarra Ranges State Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 80km E
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 19 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
Starting at Big Pat’s Creek Reserve we follow the “Walk into History Walking Track to Starlings Gap. Return via Smythe Creek Rd., Mississippi (fire) Track and Richards Tramway Walking Track.
| Sat 26 Mar | DANDENONG SHORT AND STEEP SHERBROOKE FALLS | M |
Walk area: Dandenong Ranges NP Distance/direction from Melbourne: 45 km E
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 7 km Overdue Walks Procedure No
Starting at the tavern on Monbulk Rd at the bottom of the hill, we go up via Ridge track and Wattle track to Sherbrooke picnic ground, then back down again via Hillclimb track. View the falls from both sides of Sherbrooke Creek. See mountain ash, tree ferns and perhaps a lyrebird.
| Sun 27 Mar | CORONET BAY TO CORINELLA | E |
Walk area: Westernport Bay Max walkers 20 Distance/direction from Melbourne: 100km S
Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
A blend of rural grazing and farming land, along with serene seaside walking tracks, the Corinella Peninsula is the jewel of the Western Port region! This is an easy walk with some excellent views towards Phillip Island, French Island and the picturesque mangroves.
| Sat 2 Apr | IAN ARNOTT WALKS REVISITED BLACK SPUR | M |
Walk area: Narbethong Distance/direction from Melbourne: 100km NE
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 18 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
This walk will explore the mountain ash forest of the Great Dividing Range in the Black Spur area, descending to Narbethong for dinner. The return trip to the cars will be a night walk so bring a torch. Depart Kew 13:00 hours
| Sun 3 Apr | CAPE WOOLAMAI & CHURCHILL ISLAND | EM |
Walk area: Phillip Island Distance/direction from Melbourne: 135km SE
Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
We plan to walk along the spectacular Woolamai Ocean Beach then on tracks in the Woolamai Fauna Reserve and up to the lighthouse at approx 110m above sea level. From here we see panoramic views of Phillip Island. The second part of the walk is around the historic Churchill Island.
| Sat 9 – Sun 10 Apr | Nest Box Checking Weekend | NA |
Walk area: Lurg Hills, near Benalla Distance/direction from Melbourne: 200km N
Max walkers Walking distance: n/a Overdue Walks Procedure No
Part of the Regent Honeyeater Project. Work in small groups to check nest boxes for evidence of use by Sugar Gliders, Squirrel Gliders and Phascogales. Involves helping to carry extension ladders through bush/farmland, locating the nest boxes, climbing ladders to check the nest boxes (optional) & recording findings.
Travel arrangements: requires an early start (about 6am on Saturday morning) to arrive at Benalla by 9.15am. Food/water: BYO lunch etc Sat & Sun, BYO BBQ
on Saturday night at Old Lurg School or dinner at pub. Accommodation options: free accommodation (matress only) at Benalla Scout Hall or camp outside the hall; otherwise as arranged by Joslin Guest. GPS useful. Car rack useful.
| Sun 10 Apr | ANTIMONY MINE | EM |
Walk area: Lerderderg State Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 70km NW
Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
A new walk in the southern part of the Lerderderg State Park. Great views and interesting vegetation at the top of Mt Sugarloaf, and a chance to explore relics of an historic antimony mine site dating from 1872 to 1947. All on track. Some steep sections.
| Wed 13 Apr | HOCHKINS RIDGE FLORA RESERVE AND CROYDON HILLS | E |
Walk area: Croydon/Croydon North Distance/direction from Melbourne: Outer Suburban
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 11 km Overdue Walks Procedure No
Hochkins Ridge Flora Reserve was created to preserve indigenous flora and fauna and includes box and stringybark, wattle, orchids and various members of the lily family. The walk continues through quiet streets in the Croydon Hills area to Yarrunga Reserve.
Some hilly sections. Meet at Victoria Park, Kew at 8.45 a.m.
| Sun 17 Apr | FOUR BROTHERS ROCKS | MH |
Walk area: Bunyip State Park - Gembrook Distance/direction from Melbourne: 65km E
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 17 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
A walk through the forest at Bunyip State Park. The main feature is the 4 Brothers rock outcrop which provides sweeping views of the park. Walk includes a steep climb and some off track.
| Wed 20 Apr | CLUB MEETING | - |
Phyllis Hore room, adjacent to Kew Library, Cotham Road.
| Fri 22 - Tues 26 Apr Easter + Anzac Day | MOUNT BULLER BASE CAMP |
Walk area: Alpine National Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 237 km NE
Max walkers 35 Walking distance: Various Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
Four night stay at Mitre Lodge Mt Buller Village with beautiful views over the valley. Easter is 5 days long in 2011 because of Anzac Day holiday on the Tuesday. Plenty of short or longer day walks. Cost to book whole lodge is $250 per night – sleeps approx. 35 people in different room configurations. Final names required by February club meeting 16/2/11.
| Sun 24 Apr | SCOTCHMAN’S CREEK | E |
Walk area: Eastern Suburbs Distance/direction from Melbourne: 15 km east
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 12 km Overdue Walks Procedure No
From Darling Station on pathways along Gardiners Creek and Scotchman’s Creek to Glen Waverly Station. Return by train to Darling.
| Sat 30 Apr | DANDENONG SHORT AND STEEP SILVAN TO OLINDA | M |
Walk area: Dandenong Ranges NP Distance/direction from Melbourne: 45km E
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 8 km Overdue Walks Procedure No
From Silvan Reservoir, the walk will pass through the Dandenong Ranges National Park and finish at Olinda where we will stop for a well-earned cup of coffee. The walk will involve steep sections and an ascent of about 350m along tracks and foot pads through this lovely national park.
| Sun 1 May | IAN ARNOTT WALKS REVISITED OTWAY WATERFALLS | M |
Walk area: Lorne Distance/direction from Melbourne: 150km SW
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 14 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
This walk will include the Sheoak, Upper Kalimna and Lower Kalimna Falls and much more. All on track.
| Sun 1 May | KOONUNG CREEK | E |
Walk area: Metropolitan Distance/direction from Melbourne: 20 E
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure No
A pleasant walk through parkland along the Koonung Creek Trail. All on paths. We will use public transport from Kew so bring your Seniors Pass or purchase a Sunday Met ticket in advance. Meet Kew Library car park 8.45am.
| Sun 8 May | SKETCHERS WALK East West Walk | E |
''Walk area: You Yangs Regional Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 60 SW
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 4.5 km Overdue Walks Procedure: No
Bring paper and pencils to sketch features along the walk. This is ideal sketching country with open forest and large granite outcrops.
| Sun 8 May | PYRETE RANGE | H |
Walk area: Lerderderg SP Distance/direction from Melbourne: 80 km NW
Max walkers 12 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
The area is to the east of the main Lerderderg SP. It is interesting geologically because river erosion has cut through lava to expose older underlying rock . Circuit walk in very rugged terrain. Lots of short, steep gravelly ascents and descents, which can be very slippery in winter. 2 off-track sections.
| Sat 7 -Sun 8 May | PACK CARRY Alpine NP | H |
Walk area: Mount Speculation Distance/direction from Melbourne: 370 km NE
Max walkers 8 Walking distance: 30km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
The plan is to leave the cars at the Howitt Plains car park (a 370 km drive from Melbourne) and set out on the walk early on the Saturday morning. Our route will take us past the Vallejo Gantner Hut and Macalister Springs before heading west along a ridge at the top of Devil's Staircase. A highlight of the walk will be the Crosscut Saw, a narrow ridge that offers magnificent views in all directions. We will then steeply descend 200 metres into Horrible Gap before ascending Mt Speculation (for a great sunset/sunrise) where we will camp (weather permitting) or if necessary proceed to a more sheltered spot 500 metres further on. We will then retrace our route back to the cars the following day.
| Wed 11 May | IVANHOE-DAREBIN AND SOME HISTORY | E |
Walk area: Ivanhoe-Darebin Distance/direction from Melbourne: Suburban
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure No
Area covered includes Rockbeare Park, Darebin Creek path, Wilson Reserve and the Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital memorial garden. All on walking paths. Afternoon tea will be provided. Meet at Victoria Park at 8.45 a.m.
| Sun 15 May | EASTERN VIEW | EM |
Walk area: Great Otway National Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 135km SW
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 13 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
This walk starts and finishes at the Memorial Arch on the Great Ocean Road and includes Coalmine Track and Moggs Creek Track. There is a short circuit walk at lunch time for those who wish to add a few extra kilometres. Walk includes a stretch along the beach.
| Wed 18 May | CLUB MEETING | - |
Phyllis Hore room, adjacent to Kew Library, Cotham Road.
Annual General Meeting
| Sat 21 May | ST. ANDREWS MARKET/ SMITHS GULLY | E |
Walk area: Christmas Hills Distance/direction from Melbourne: 50km NE
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure No
Walk will commence at St. Andrews Market where we can spend an hour or so browsing and having morning tea before commencing with a short walk along the Heritage Trail to the old Queenstown Cemetery, then along rural roads and tracks to the northern end of One Tree Hill Reserve. About half the distance is steadily uphill. An alternative section of the return trip can be taken which will involve a steep uphill-downhill section. Note 8.45 a.m. start at Kew Library.
| Sun 22 May | SPRING CREEK | EM |
Walk area: Brisbane Ranges Distance/direction from Melbourne: 75 km W
Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 13 km Overdue Walks Procedure No
There is much variety in this walk on the northern edge of the Brisbane Ranges National Park. Mainly level but with one steep descent to the creek and then an even steeper climb on the opposite side of the valley. Walk through she-oaks and eucalypts, and grassy meadows where there are usually numerous kangaroos.
| Sat 28 May | DANDENONG SHORT AND STEEP: EASTERN SHERBROOKE FOREST | M |
Walk area: Dandenong Ranges NP Distance/direction from Melbourne: 70km E
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 7 km Overdue Walks Procedure No
Follow Lyrebird walk and Neumann track before the steep descent of Paddy track and the even steeper climb up Welch track, then a gentle finishing climb on Coles Ridge road.
| Sun 29 May | GEELONG BOLLARDS | E |
Walk area: Geelong waterfront Distance/direction from Melbourne: 45 km E
Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 10 km Overdue Walks Procedure No
Walk along the Geelong waterfront from Rippleside Park, admiring the bollards (carved and painted to represent figures from history). Explore the botanical gardens at lunch, before retracing our steps.
| Sun 5 Jun | IAN ARNOTT WALKS REVISITED WHROO | M |
Walk area: Rushworth State Park Distance/direction from Melbourne: 180km N
Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 14 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
The walk will include a tour of what remains of the old gold-mining town and cemetery, the mines and the surrounding iron-bark forest. Some parts of this walk take on a desert like appearance.
| Thur 9 - Mon 13 June: Queens Birthday weekend | ADVANCED NOTICE PORT CAMPBELL & GREAT OCEAN WALK | EM & M |
Walk area: South Coast Distance/direction from Melbourne: 190kms SW of Melbourne
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 10 - 16 km per stage Overdue Walks Procedure: No
This is to complete the last 4 days of the Great Ocean Walk – from Aire River to Glenample. We will stay at the Port Campbell Youth Hostel for 4 nights. We will use our own cars for part shuttle, however will also use a professional shuttle service to minimise driving – there will be a cost of approx. $50 per person for this.
It is possible to only come for 3 nights and still do most of the walk so also let me know if this is your preferred option. Final bookings now being done so contact Carmel urgently.
| Fri 4 - Tue 8 Nov: Cup weekend | TARA BULGA NATIONAL PARK BASE CAMP | E to EM |
Walk area: Tara Bulga National Park, Gippsland Distance/direction from Melbourne: 200 km E
Max walkers 20 Walking distance: Up to 14 km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
Nestled in the Strzelecki Ranges, Tarra Bulga National Park is home to mountain ash, messmate, blackwood, beautiful fern gullies, ancient myrtle beeches and cool temperate rainforests. Rustic cabins at Fernholme, Tara Valley Tourist Park have been booked.
