October 9 Walk

There is no walk scheduled for October 9 due to the Bendigo camp. Our next walk will be on October 23.

 Walk Report September 25

We were fortunate to have cold but good weather for walking yesterday when 12 of us gathered at the Dementia Trail to walk into the Woowookarung Park. First we walked up to the Lookout, from where we had good views and a chance for a banana break, before heading off on the Grasstree Trail for the rest of our 7.3 km walk. Chris gave us some interesting historical and environmental information along the way which added to the experience.

On arriving back to the car park we met up with Maria and made our way to La Miette Patisserie which met all our expectations of good coffee and fantastic cakes.

Thanks to Chris and Greg for a really good outing in Woowookarung.

Next Walk Thursday Sept. 25 Woorookarung Leaders Chris C and Greg A.

 

Meet at the pavilion in Katy Ryan Rd at 9:20 for a departure by 9:30

To reach the pavilion, turn easterly along Elsworth St off Main Rd and then a short distance to the bush as it becomes Katy Ryan Rd. Parking is on the left.

We will walk along the Dementia Friendly Trail, shortcut to the Grasstree Trail, then back westerly towards Dozed Rd.and our return. 

Gravel tracks, some undulations so walking poles could be useful. About 7k so a rating of B.

Bring morning tea stop provisions. 

Refreshments after at La Miette Patisserie, Main Rd.

Walk a report September 11

 

A dozen of us set out along Humphray St South , past the enormous pipes leading to the wastewater plant. We found our way uphill through the pines beside the Ballarat Gold mine. 
A view looked out over the dam so opposed by Dora Pearce and the Tailings Dam Community Safety Action Group.
We met a fine Bernese Mountain Dog and her informative owner/breeder.
On the way down Whitehorse Rd we met John’s bus driver friend who kindly took pity on us old people with walking sticks and offered us a ride. 
Perhaps because we were then going downhill, he had no takers.
Then back upstream beside the Yarrowee River and home. Some of us took the option of refreshments at the Beechworth Bakery

 BUSHWALK - September 11

Yarrowee Trail - Mt Clear Loop

Length: approx 9 kms

Category: B

Led by: John and Dot

Travel instructions: Walkers park outside Formosa Gardens Nursery, cnr. Leith St & Campbells Cres, for a 9.30am start.

We start on a main road before turning off to walk through pine plantations around the Water Treatment plants. After that, we join the Tinworth Ave trail, then walk down Whitehorse Rd to join the Yarrowee Trail, go past the wetlands, and return to the Nursery. 

Other: bring a morning snack.

Good walking shoes are necessary and walking poles may be useful for part of the way.

Coffee afterwards at Beechworth Bakery.

WALK REPORT AUGUST 28

On a cold morning last Thursday, 16 people gathered to explore some of the interesting tracks and streets of Insignia and Alfredton. We began at the Botanical Gardens and cut through beside the Tramway Museum to Insignia Blvd where we walked beside some very attractive waterways and noticed the very good planning that has been put into this area.

After crossing Sturt St we walked some lesser known areas in Alfredton, stopping at the Recreation Reserve for a banana break, before making our way to Cuthberts Rd and then up to the Arch of Victory and the Garden of the Grieving Mother. This memorial, inspired by World War One, acknowledges the suffering of those left behind, waiting for news of loved ones serving in foreign lands in times of war.

Crossing Sturt St once more, we walked beside the lake before reaching Piper’s, where coffee was enjoyed by the large number of people who stayed on.

Many thanks to Libby and Linda for a very enjoyable walk, and for ordering up some bonus sunshine!

WALK - THURSDAY AUGUST 28

Meet at Main Gate of the Gardens opposite Pipers 9.20 for 9.30 walk

A brief walk through the Gardens, across Gillies Street and through Insignia with a nod to good urban planning. We cross Sturt Street to Alfredton and make our way to Victoria Park and back via the lake.

This is an easy flat walk, 7-8 kms.

Coffee at Piper’s following 

Led by Libby and Linda

WALK REPORT AUGUST 14 

We were so lucky to have a perfect day for a very picturesque walk yesterday. Nine of us enjoyed a tranquil walk from Daylesford Lake to Tipperary Springs and back, with the sound of Sailors Creek in our ears as it coursed its way over rocks. The track has been very well repaired after storm damage but we could see its results in the numbers of downed trees along the way. Unfortunately we were unable to do the loop return as only one track has been reopened but good views were to be had from both directions. This is one of the prettiest walks out of Daylesford and on reaching the Springs, we all enjoyed the morning tea break in the  sun.

Afterwards we repaired to Frangos for coffee and cake before heading off for home. We were also very pleased to welcome Penny Barkas to the group.

AUGUST 14 BUSHWALK - Daylesford Lake to Tipperary Springs & return

Meet at Llanberris at 9.20 for a 9.30am departure, or at the Daylesford Lake carpark at 10am.

Llanberris is the carpark immediately on your left as you turn left off Main Rd into Eureka St, coming from Buninyong.

Distance: 7.5kms

Grade: B 

Bring morning tea.

We will walk from the lake via Twin Bridges to Tipperary Springs on the western side of Sailors Creek and return, as the east side is still closed due to storm damage. This is an easy walk but at times the track is single file and could be slippery if it has recently rained. It is a pretty walk, with lovely views down to the creek. Morning tea at Tipperary Springs and coffee/lunch afterwards in Daylesford. Toilets are available at both Lake Daylesford and Tipperary Springs.

Led by Helen & Tim B.

 A very brief walk report - July 31

A cold but sunny day brought 14 walkers out this morning to circumnavigate Lake Wendouree. A very pleasant time, walking and chatting, was had by all.

It was lovely to see Marlene, Helen McD and Maria join us for coffee at The Yacht Club, which very efficiently had us seated and coffeed in no time.

Thanks to Libby for the photo.

 July 31 Walk

Meet at The Yacht Club for a 9.30am departure to walk around Lake Wendouree.

Coffee at 10.45am at The Yacht Club on Wendouree Parade.

 July 24 Walk Report

A lovely sunny day brought nineteen people out to enjoy a walk that took us through some urban areas but mostly along made tracks beside the Kensington Creek. Once having left the busy Delacombe Town Centre, it was a pleasant surprise to find ourselves in the natural beauty of the creek and its quiet surrounds. 

We stopped at a spot beside the water that was made for a banana break, before looping back towards DTC. Crossing Glenelg Hwy, we walked up the back of the shopping centre and made our way to Wildseed Cafe for coffee.

Many thanks to David R and Helen McL for a very interesting and enjoyable walk, and for ordering up perfect weather for us.

 

 Bushwalk -- 24th July - Winter Valley.

This walk is partly in town streets and partly on well constructed walking tracks beside the Kensington Creek in the Winter Valley area. It is generally flat with a few minor ups and downs. The length of the walk is approx. 7km.

The walk starts and finishes at Delacombe Town Centre. Meet in car park at front of Dan Murphy's for a 9.30am start. Bring morning tea for a stop along the way.

Toilets are available at Delacombe Town Centre but not along the track.

The walk will be led by David Radcliffe & Helen McLean.

 Walk Report July 10

Thursday morning was cold and wet but 10 intrepid people braved the elements to complete a very enjoyable walk. Apart from some rain at the beginning, it was clear, and not too cold if we kept moving.

From the rotunda in the Botanical Gardens we made our way to Strawberry Glen Lane which soon became a single file track through some pretty bush land. This opened up to a very attractive vista of hills to the south of the Midland Highway. We continued walking mainly on unmade roads which had become impassable to cars due to the rain and then back to the Gardens via the Fasham Rd track and some suburban streets.

Coffee was enjoyed at Espresso Depot and we were all glad to have taken on the challenge. Often if the weather looks a bit grim, it can be surprisingly enjoyable to get out walking.