2023- Calendar of Group Walks.
Group Walks
An important function provided by the Friends is the organising and conduct of Group Walks. These are invariably pleasant and popular and one is planned for every month with the exception of the three hot summer months (Dec. Jan. Feb) These walks are intended primarily for members, however, any non-members who would like to join us are welcome but should contact the appropriate leader to ensure that space is available. Participants park their cars where the walk finishes. They are transported, as a group (by bus) to the start of the walk and then walk back to their cars. Please note that you partake in these walks at your own risk. These walks are led by Volunteers. All care will be taken to ensure the route is as safe as a natural environment can be, but participants are required to take all possible care to ensure their own safety. Grading of the Cape to Cape Track The Cape to Cape Track overall varies considerably in difficulty. It is classed as a Grade 4** Walking Track by Trails WA. Grade 4 Explanation: Bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep. Directional signage may be limited. Difficulty: Moderate to difficult depending on section of the trail. Most sections of the C2C Track contain beach walking, sand dunes, soft sand and little protection from the elements. A 7km walk along the capes can be testing. This is especially so if it is a warm day or a cold front is passing through. The weather conditions have a huge impact on the difficulty of the walk. Below is information about the Grading System used in WA from Trails WA: Australian Walking Track Grading System How a track gets its grade The grading system assesses a walk’s difficulty based on several criteria, including: experience required, steps, gradient, path quality and signage. The walk’s final grade is based on the most difficult of these 5 criteria, rather than an average. So some walks will have criteria that meet an easier grade. Take a look at our guide below, and before your next adventure ask yourself ‘is this walk suitable for me?’ Grade 1 No bushwalking experience required. Flat even surface with no steps or steep sections. Suitable for wheelchair users who have someone to assist them. Walks no greater than 5km. Grade 2 No bushwalking experience required. The track is hardened or compacted surface and may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps. Walks no greater than 10km. Grade 3 Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Some bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may have short steep hill sections a rough surface and many steps. Walks up to 20km. Grade 4** Bushwalking experience recommended. Tracks may be long, rough and very steep. Directional signage may be limited. Difficulty: Moderate to difficult depending on section of the trail. Grade 5 Very experienced bushwalkers with specialised skills, including navigation and emergency first aid. Tracks are likely to be very rough, very steep and unmarked. Walks may be more than 20km. Please note: Cost: Suggested donations of $5 minimum for members over 12 and $10 for visitors. Donated monies help offset the cost of bus driver and public liability insurance. We are incredibly grateful to Lloyd and Anne Shepherdson for providing the bus at a discount cost for these events. *Walks start at 9:00am, but please be at the meeting point by 8:45am. We try to leave promptly! *Bring raincoat, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, snack and drinking water! N B. Bookings are essential - by phone or e-mail - bus seats are limited! Always check - walk venue or contacts may change during the year! WALKS CALENDAR 2023
March 12th (Sun) Rainbow Cave Rd to Redgate 7 km Park: Redgate Beach carpark Leader: Alice Stubber Bookings: Alice Stubber Ph. 0417 920 370 E-mail: ecila@westnet.com.au April 1st (Sat) Wilyabrup Rd to Moses Rock Rd (north branch) 7 km Park: Moses Rock Rd North (lower carpark) Leader: Jenny Kikeros Bookings: Jenny Kikeros Ph. 0419 966 338 May 14th (Sun) Contos to Redgate 7 km Park: Redgate Beach carpark Leader: Lyn Hellier Bookings: Lyn Hellier Ph. 0427 792 488 E-mail: lynhel@westnet.com.au June 10th (Sat) Smiths Beach south to Injidup 6 km Park: Injidup carpark Leader: Kevin Lange Bookings: Kevin Lange Ph. 0417 968 172 E-mail: langek@bigpond.net.au July 23rd (Sun) Cosy Corner Rd to Hamelin Bay 5 km Park: Hamelin Bay Beach carpark Leader: Jenny Kikeros Bookings: Jenny Kikeros Ph.0419 966 338 Aug 26th (Sat) AGM Walk! Margaret Rivermouth to Surfpoint Resort 5 km Park: Surfpoint Resort Leader: Jane Scott Bookings: Jane Scott E-mail: janescott@westnet.com.au September 17th (Sun) Kilcarnup Road to Ellensbrook Homestead 7.5 km Park: Ellensbrook Homestead Leader: Jane Scott Bookings: Jane Scott E-mail: janescott@westnet.com.au October 7th (Sat) Boranup Circuit 11 km Park: Anchor Rd / Boranup Drive ( 6.8 km from N end of Boranup Drive) Leader: Jenny Kikeros Bookings: Jenny Kikeros Ph. 0419 966 338 (This beautiful circuit walk has a few hills and some uneven ground. It will take 3.5 to 4 hrs) November 12th (Sun) Boranup Lookout to Hamelin Bay 12 km Park: Hamelin Bay Beach carpark Leader: Alice Stubber Bookings: Alice Stubber Ph. 0417 920 370 E-mail: ecila@westnet.com.au |
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