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: May Jun Jul Aug Sep Future
| Wed 20 May | CLUB MEETING | - |
Phyllis Hore room, adjacent to Kew Library, Cotham Road.
| Sun 24 May | Punchbowl to Kilcunda | EM |
Walk area: Westernport Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 17 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 123km Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
Starting from the car park at the end of the Punchbowl road, a wide and well-graded track follows the cliff top eastward to Kilcunda. Views across farmland and beach from Cape Woolami in the west to Cape Paterson in the east. Lunch at Killies Pub and return to Punchbowl by the same route.
| Sun 31 May | Mortimer Circuit | EM |
Walk area: Bunyip State Park Max walkers 20 Walking distance: 14 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 75km E Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
A slight modification of last year’s walk, with the addition of an extra section (more climbing!). Starting and ending at Mortimer picnic ground, the walk is through thick forest with stringybark and banksia, damp gullies with tree ferns, past deep tannin coloured dams (perhaps with bunyips) and exposed granite outcrops. There are some steep ups and downs, but we will do it slowly, so suited for those easy medium walkers who want to stretch themselves, but not necessarily at the pace of the regular medium walkers.
| Sat 6 Jun | SUTHERLAND CREEK CIRCUIT | MH |
Walk area: Brisbane Ranges N.P. Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 9 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 100 km W Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
At the southern end of the Brisbane Ranges, the Steiglitz area has a history of gold diggings and old towns (now mostly gone). This walk leaves the historic Court House and follows a track for a bit over 3km then descends steeply over a short distance into the bed of Sutherland Creek. The remainder of the day is spent criss-crossing the creek and walking along grassy creekside flats on the way back up the valley until a small waterfall blocks the way. A short uphill section back to the road back to the starting point..
| Sun 7 Jun | Kangaroo Ground to St. Andrews | EM |
Walk area: Kangaroo Ground Max walkers - Walking distance: 14 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 45 km NE Overdue Walks Procedure No
A varied walk that caters for all emergencies (we start at a cemetery & pass a second one). We walk from the Kangaroo Ground cemetery along horse trails (rural landscapes), road reserves (very quiet unsealed bush roads), and lovely bush reserves to St. Andrews. Car shuffle.
| Sun 7 Jun | Keilor Pub Ride | M |
Walk area: Maribyrnong River Max walkers 12 Walking distance: 50 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 15 km W Overdue Walks Procedure No
Meet at Southbank near the arched footbridge at 9.15am. We’ll head downstream along Southbank, cross to Docklands then along Footscray Road to the Maribyrnong River. Then it’s upstream to Brimbank Park and on to the Keilor Pub where we’ll have lunch. We’ll then ride back around the top of Brimbank Park and west along the Western Ring Road path before moving onto the Kororoit Creek path and following this to Sunshine. We’ll catch a train back to Flinders Street Station. The ride is almost all on shared paths, some unsealed. There are a few steepish hills but none too long. If there’s work being done on the Sunshine line on the day of the ride another will be substituted and I’ll ring all those on the list with details.
| Wed 10 Jun | Gallery and Lunch | E |
Walk area: City Max walkers - Walking distance: - km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: City Centres Overdue Walks Procedure No
Instead of a walk this month there will be a social outing commencing with a visit to .the Ian Potter Gallery at Federation Square at 10 a.m. followed by a buffet lunch at the Angliss Restaurant, 555 LaTrobe Street at midday. Cost $30.00. Meet at the Gallery at 10 a.m. or the restaurant at 12.00. Final numbers for lunch to be notified by 1st June.
| Sun 14 Jun | DAYLESFORD | M |
Walk area: Max walkers _ Walking distance: 13 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: - Overdue Walks Procedure No
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| Wed 17 Jun | CLUB MEETING | - |
Phyllis Hore room, adjacent to Kew Library, Cotham Road.
| Tue 16 Jun to Thu 25 Jun | LARAPINTA TRAIL | MH |
Walk area: Central Australia Max walkers 12 Walking distance: 96 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne 2000 km NW Overdue Walks Procedure No
Larapinta Trail which extends west of Alice Springs along the West MacDonnell Ranges. The marked trail alternates between high, rocky ridges that afford extensive views and some easier walking over plains and creek beds along the base of the range. Vehicle support will be used each day although there will be one overnight pack carry required. A strong level of fitness will be required by all walkers given the terrain. Allowance has been made for participants to miss some sections if they so wish. Each day’s walking is about 13 to 15 km, with one day of 29 km.
| Sun 21 Jun | Mt Dandenong Circuit | M |
Max walkers _ Walking distance: 15.5 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 30 km E Overdue Walks Procedure No
An energetic walk close to Melbourne through forested and treefern lined tracks. 640m of total climbing in constant ups and downs, with some steep pinches. We pass the TV towers and the Doongalla homestead. All on track.
| Sun 21Jun | ALBERT PARK & HARBOUR CITY | E |
Walk area: City Max walkers _ Walking distance: 10 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 5 km SW Overdue Walks Procedure No
Starting from Kew tram stop.(Bring Sunday Saver) walk around Albert Park Lake and parts of South Melbourne. Harbour City visit to see this new part of our City.
| Sun 28 Jun | MERRICKS TO RED HILL RAIL TRAIL | EM |
Walk area: Red Hill Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 13 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 90 km SE Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
This trail has a long gradual climb to Red Hill, with good views of Western Port, Philip Island, The Nobbies and the Seal Rocks, vineyards and rolling countryside. Returning along the same track.
| Sun 5 Jul | LAL LAL FOREST | M |
Walk area: Nearest town is Ballan Max walkers _ Walking distance: 16 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 115 km WNW Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
Iron ore was mined in this area over 100 years ago.
| Wed 8 Jul | Royal Park - North Melbourne | E |
Walk area: City Environs Max walkers - Walking distance: 8 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: City Environs Overdue Walks Procedure No
The morning will be occupied by a walk in Royal Park and after lunch there will be a visit to the Public Records Office of Victoria (More interesting than you think). Daily Met ticket required. Meet at Victoria Park, Kew at 8.45 a.m.
| Sun 12 Jul | Whiskey Creek circuit | M |
Walk area: Lerderderg Gorge Max walkers _ Walking distance: 10.5 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 72 km NW Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
A short but challenging walk with a number of steep ascents and descents. Part of the walk follows the Great Dividing Trail. There is a descent of 300m over ½km from Razorback North Tk to the Lerderderg River, a climb of 300m over 2km out of the river, followed by another descent of over 200m over 1km only to climb back up again over 3km. There are 3 river crossings, so expect wet feet.
| Sun 12 Jul | The Olinda Circuit | EM |
Walk area: Dandenongs Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 12 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 46 km NE Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
A circuit walk of the Olinda Valley commencing at Woolrich Lookout and then through the R.J Hamer Arboretum. Walking on quiet tracks through native forests and returning on fire trails to Woorich Lookout. Lots of birdlife. 490 metres of climbing.
| Wed 15 Jul | CLUB MEETING | - |
Phyllis Hore room, adjacent to Kew Library, Cotham Road.
| Fri 17 Jul to Sun 19 Jul | BAW BAW PLATEAU SNOW WALK | H |
Walk area: Baw Baw National Park Max walkers 8 Walking distance: 20 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 125 km E Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
One for the beginners perhaps. Hopefully camping in the snow on the Baw Baw Plateau. This year we will start and finish at the Mt. St. Gwinnear car park. Of course it all depends on the snow cover but expect to carry snow shoes, snow shovels, snow pegs and the usual gear involved in snow walking. And remember it is warmer in a tent with someone else.
| Sun 19 Jul | GPS TRAINING | _ |
Walk area: TBA Max walkers - Walking distance: -
Distance/direction from Melbourne: - Overdue Walks Procedure No
Designed for those who want to make the leap into GPS based navigation. Run by a few of our Club experts. We’ll run a theory, kitchen table based session for anyone who’d like that. The practical bit will be run near Melbourne.
| Sun 26 July | Dargile Forest Mt Ida | M |
Walk area: Heathcote-Graytown NP Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 14 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 120 km NW Overdue Walks Procedure No
Walk starts and finishes at the Dargile Picnic Area. There are 280 metres of climbing. Given the short hours of daylight and relatively long distance from Melbourne, the pace of the walk will need to be mostly brisk. The Heathcote-Graytown National Park holds the largest remnant of box-ironbark woodland in Australia. Mt Ida is the highest peak in the area.
| Sun 26 Jul | SHERBROOKE FOREST | EM |
Walk area: Dandenong Ranges Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 12 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 40 km E Overdue Walks Procedure No
Hills, waterfalls, mountain ash, tree ferns, lyrebirds. Plenty of ups and downs. (Total climbing 490 m)
| Fri 31 July to Sun 3 Aug | GRAMPIANS RETRO BASE CAMP & GOURMET FOOD | E - H |
Walk area: Grampians NP Max walkers - Walking distance: km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 350 km W Overdue Walks Procedure No
This base camp will be in the northern Grampians and is to be a bit of fun and nostalgia. The retro theme means we want you to dig out, borrow or steal old bushwalking gear and re-live the early days. Set up your old Paddy Pallin cotton tent, dig a hip-hole (only joking!), make a palliasse, put on the old ‘H’ frame pack, wear your old outfits and bring your damper recipe. Prizes for best retro gear and gourmet camp meals. Oh and we will have a good range of walks from Easy to Hard.
| Sun 2 Aug | KOOYONG & ASHBURTON SUBURBS | EM |
Walk area: Eastern Suburbs Max walkers _ Walking distance: 13 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 15 km SE Overdue Walks Procedure No
Starting at Kooyong Station using public transport again. We shall follow Gardiners Creek to a railway station further down the track.
| Sun 9 Aug | ROYAL BOTANIC GARDENS CRANBOURNE | E |
Walk area: Cranbourne Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 10 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 40 km SE Overdue Walks Procedure No
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Cranbourne, was first opened to the public in 1989. The Australian Garden celebrates the beauty and diversity of Australian Flora, landscapes and architecture in an innovative setting. There are several walking tracks that explore untouched heath lands, wetlands and woodlands. A group discount is available for the Australian Garden.
| Sat 8 Aug To Sun 9 Aug | REGENT HONEYEATER PROJECT PLANTING WEEKEND | n/a |
Walk area: Benalla Max walkers _ Walking distance: n/a km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 200 km NE Overdue Walks Procedure No
Conservation Activity. This year the planting weekend is the culminating activity of Bushwalking Victoria’s 75th anniversary celebrations. Join landholders, bushwalkers and other volunteers in a nationally significant project to plant wildlife corridors on properties in the Lurg Hills near Benalla. The sponsors provide dinner on Saturday night, followed by a bush dance or spotlighting; and a BBQ lunch on Sunday.
(If you cannot attend on this weekend, alternative planting weekends are on August 22-23, Sept 5-6 & September 19-20.)
| Wed 12 Aug | Kurth Kiln Regional Park | E |
Walk area: Gembrook Max walkers _ Walking distance: 9 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 65km NE Overdue Walks Procedure No
There will be a talk by Friends of Kurth Kiln to inform us of the history of the kiln followed by walking around Tomahawk Creek and along one of the many tracks in this area. There are several plant communities ranging from Mountain Ash to shrubby foothills and swamp heathland. Meet at Victoria Park at 8.45 a.m.
| Sun 16 Aug | ANAKIE GORGE | EM |
Walk area: Brisbane Ranges Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 10 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 85 km W Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
A circuit walk with not much climbing (total 280m). Follow part of the Ted Errey nature circuit with interpretive signs, visit lookouts with views over the flat plains to Port Phillip Bay and to the rugged hills of the goldfields, and follow the Stony Creek through the Anakie Gorge. The Brisbane Ranges has great botanical diversity, and we should see orchids at this time of year
| Wed 19 Aug | CLUB MEETING | - |
Phyllis Hore room, adjacent to Kew Library, Cotham Road.
| Sun 30 Aug | WERRIBEE GORGE | M |
Walk area: Werribee Gorge State Park Max walkers 16 Walking distance: 13 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 65 km W Overdue Walks Procedure No
The usual Werribee Gorge circuit but with a new 4 km return track 220 metres up to a basalt capped hill (The Island). Interesting geology and spectular views. Short section of rock scrambling beside Werribee River.
| TBA Aug | MT.FEATHERTOP SNOW WALK | H |
Walk area: Alpine National Park Max walkers 8 Walking distance: 28 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 300 km NE Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
Starting from Mt. Hotham and traversing the Razorback to reach Mt. Feathertop. Fuel stove only camping. This ridge is very exposed. An alternative route is up the Bungalow Spur from Harrietville. Walk to the summit. As usual snow shoes, crampons, ice axes will be carried.
| Sat-Sun 12-13 Sep | Mt Buangor BC | MH |
Walk area: Mt Cole State Forest Max walkers 12 Walking distance: Beeripmo (17 km), Sugarloaf (11 km)
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 200 km W Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
2 walks planned.
Wide choice of hotel & motel accommodation for walkers don’t want to camp.
| Wed 16 Sep | CLUB MEETING | - |
Phyllis Hore room, adjacent to Kew Library, Cotham Road.
| Sun 20 Sep | Bellarine Rail Trail Drysdale to Queenscliff | M |
Walk area: Bellarine Peninsula Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 17 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 94 km S Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
This walk is predominately a gentle descent, passing through a variety of rural landscapes and remnant stands of sheaoks and other indigenous vegetation. A cursory glance around Queenscliff, or enjoy a cuppa, before boarding the 2.45 pm train for the return journey to Drysdale. $12 train fare is required.
| Sun 27 Sep | JOHNS HILL | EM |
Walk area: Dandenong foothills Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 12 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 52 km E Overdue Walks Procedure No
A combination of road reserve, gentle forest walking tracks and very quiet country roads. The walk crosses the Puffing Billy Railway line several times. Views of Cardinia and Silvan Reservoirs. Total climbing 335m.
| TBA - Sep | MT.BUFFALO PACK CARRY | H |
Walk area: Mt. Buffalo Max walkers 8 Walking distance: 20 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 320 km NE Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
This is one of few walks on Mt Buffalo where you can pack carry. An area less visited but just as wonderful as the others. A steady walk along a management vehicle track, to climb up to Mt McLeod. You’ll need to be comfortable rock scrambling. Fuel stove fires only. No car shuffles required. If time permits we can take a side trip to Mt Dunn or Og Gog and Magog.
| Mon 28Sep To Sun 11 Oct | WILD BASE CAMP # 4 NATIONAL PARKS VICTORIA & NEW SOUTH WALES | E - H |
Walk area: North West Victoria and South West New South Wales Max walkers 10 Walking distance: -km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: NE Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
Visit a number of National Parks in North West Victoria and South West New South Wales over a 1 to 2 week period. Wyperfield NP, Murray Sunset NP, Hattah Kulkyne NP and Mungo NP. All with a series of walks with varying distances and grades to suit everyone. Visit the World Heritage area at Mungo NP. Choose your National Park and meet up with others or do the whole trip.
| Sun 11 Oct | CHRISTMAS HILLS: OUT OF THE ASHES | EM |
Walk area: Kinglake Max walkers _ Walking distance: ~14 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 40 NE Overdue Walks Procedure No
OUT OF THE ASHES. This walk will concentrate on the renewal of vegetation/ wildlflowers etc following the disastrous fires. The area of Kinglake we walked early this year (Watson’s Creek & Mt. Everard areas) will be included . Further details to follow nearer the time. Help required at Kew to organise walkers.
| Sun 25 Oct | Green’s Bush and Cape Schank | M |
''Walk area: Cape Schanck Max walkers 25 Walking distance: 16 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 88 km SE Overdue Walks Procedure: ?
A walk commencing in open pasture near the town of Rosebud, then through coastal heath land and the cool forests of Lightwood Creek Valley. Arriving at Bushranger’s Bay the walk then follows the cliff top to Cape Schanck. A car shuffle will be required. There are about 250 metres of climbing.
| Sun 8 Nov | Portsea Ocean Beach to Pearse’s Beach | EM |
Walk area: Mornington Peninsula National Park Max walkers 15 Walking distance: 14 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 100 km S Overdue Walks Procedure No
A walk along the Mornington Peninsula Coastal Track: rugged coastline, jagged cliffs, fascinating rock formations, tidal rock pools, sand dunes, coastal scrub, ocean beaches, historical points of interest, panoramic views. Please note – some beach walking. Car shuttle required.
| Sat 21Nov to Mon 23Nov | Tarra Bulga National Park & Mt Worth State Park | E-EM |
Walk area: Tarra Bulga National Park Max walkers 15 Walking distance: <14 km
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 200 km E Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
Postponed in March, Tarra-Bulga National Park, nestled in the Strzelecki Ranges, was spared the ravages of recent bushfires and is home to mountain ash, messmate, blackwood, beautiful fern gullies, ancient myrtle beeches and cool temperate rainforests; the perfect backdrop for a number of walks, ranging from an easy 720 m Fern Gully Nature Walk, to a full day’s walk on Sunday. Rustic cabins at Fernholme, Tarra Valley Tourist Park have been booked, approximate cost $60; alternatively, camping facilities available. A picturesque walk in the Mt Worth State Park, on the western rim of the Strzelecki Ranges, on our homeward journey on Monday will complete our long weekend.
| Mon-7 Dec To Sun 13 Dec | WILD BASE CAMP # 5: THE COBBERAS | Various |
Walk area: Alpine NP - East Gippsland Max walkers 15 Walking distance: -
Distance/direction from Melbourne: 450 km NE Overdue Walks Procedure Yes
Situated where the straight bit of the Victorian border meets the Murray River, is some of the best walking country in Victoria. The 1800 metre plus Cobberas No 1 and 2,and Moscow Peak, Rams Horn, Tin Mine Falls, Cowombat Flat , nearby McKillops Bridge, Little River Gorge/Falls, Buchan Caves, Snowy River NP beckon. So much to see- so little time.
