Activities Program
The main club activities are day walks and take place in a large number of different areas ranging from suburban parks to the nearby mountains. Historic walks around the suburbs of Melbourne are also on offer.
Basecamps, cycling and a range of social events are also offered. Trips within Australia, overseas and locally are also undertaken periodically.
Grading of Walks
It is most important that before you consider going on any walk, particularly those graded medium or more strenuous, you should consider whether you are sufficiently fit and experienced and have the necessary equipment.
Easy Walking on gently undulating terrain, mostly on formed tracks. Suitable for most people. Walking time 4 to 5 hours, 6 to 12 km.
Easy/Medium Gently undulating terrain, mostly on formed tracks with some short climbs. Walking time 4 to 5 hours, 10 to 15 km.
Medium Some of the walk not necessarily on formed tracks, with some sustained climbs (1km or more). Walking time 5 to 6 hours, 10 to 20 km.
Medium/Hard As for medium but includes rougher terrain, ie. heavy scrub, rock scrambling or longer climbs or descents. Walking time 5 to 6 hours, 10 to 20 km.
Hard Consistent walking in difficult terrain, rock scrambling, thick scrub, steep ups and downs, creek crossings. Experienced and fit walkers only. Walking time 6 to 10 hours, 10 to 20 km
Activity Booking - Once you have registered as a visitor or prospective member (which is free) you can use our online booking system to book. Click Membership or Visitors for more information.
These are our upcoming activities:
Description:A circuit walk through Currawong Bush Park, Mullum-Mullum trail, Buck's track and return to Beasley's Nursey.
Length kms:9 kms
Uphill meters:
Downhill meters:
Meeting place & Melways ref: Beasley's Nursery M 34 F2
Please bring: Morning tea, water . Opportunity to eat lunch when finished and/or to buy a coffee at the teahouse.
| Activity Date | Wed 10 May 2023 9:30 am |
| Finish Date/Time | Wed 10 May 2023 12:30 pm |
| Capacity | Unlimited |
| Bookings | 3 |
| Bookings OK until | Tue 09 May 2023 6:00 pm |
| Meeting Place | Beasley's Nursery |
| Categories | SHORT WALK, Easy/Medium |
Meet at Eltham Lower Park (Mel 21 H10) at 0930 for a 0945 start. Park near the new facilities block).
The walk will proceed along the Diamond Creek to the junction of with the Yarra River, then follow the Yarra to the footbridge which we will cross into the Candlebark reserve and take a left to follow the boardwalk on the Main Yarra track towards Petty’s Orchard.
After a brief stop at the Tikalara lookout (opposite Sweeney’s Flats) we will take a sharp left over the Mullum Mullum Creek, to take a well-worn track upstream along the Yarra (avoiding the paddock in which there may have grazing bulls). When we come to the power lines that cross the river from Reynolds Road we will climb the hill near them until we reach The Ridge, Then we walk down the former Templestowe Hill climb into the Domain Wetlands and into Sanctuary Place to begin our return. About 7.8 km.
| Activity Date | Wed 17 May 2023 9:30 am |
| Finish Date/Time | Wed 17 May 2023 12:30 pm |
| Capacity | Unlimited |
| Bookings | 1 |
| Bookings OK until | Tue 16 May 2023 5:00 pm |
| Meeting Place | New Toilets |
| Categories | SHORT WALK, Easy |
From Mullum Mullum this is a 30 minute drive down Eastlink to an area of remnant bushland in the Lysterfield Hills. A 13 km circuit walk through natural forest with a variety of terrain some quite hilly. Morning tea at the lookout with 360 views across to the city skyline.
Bring morning tea lunch and poles if you use them.
Carpooling from Mullum Mullum at 8.30 if that suits you or you can meet the group in the carpark at the start of the walk at 9.15. This is opposite the toilet block on Army Rd MEL 82 B9
Please indicate in comments where you will meet the group
| Activity Date | Sun 21 May 2023 8:30 am |
| Finish Date/Time | Sun 21 May 2023 2:30 am |
| Capacity | Unlimited |
| Bookings | 4 |
| Bookings OK until | Sat 20 May 2023 2:00 pm |
| Meeting Place | Mullum Mullum Reserve, Melway 34H7 |
| Categories | WALK, Easy/Medium |
Medium 10.5k circuit in Werribee Gorge starting at Meikles Picnic Area. Visiting Needles Beach, Eastern & Western Viewpoints. Decent climb but will get some great Views. IMPORTANT - there is a rock wall edge to be negotiated before Needles Beach which you have to hold on to chain embedded in the rock so not for the faint hearted. If you are unsure ring me. Car pooling from Greensborough KFC cost will be $17.
| Activity Date | Sun 11 Jun 2023 8:00 am |
| Finish Date/Time | Sun 11 Jun 2023 1:00 pm |
| Capacity | Unlimited |
| Bookings | 3 |
| Bookings OK until | Sat 10 Jun 2023 4:00 pm |
| Meeting Place | Greensborough Car Park (near KFC) Melways 20 J2 |
| Categories | WALK, Medium |
Meeting place is Bundoora Park (19 F4) at 0930 for a 0945 departure. There are toilets near this carpark
This 8.5 km walk starts by heading across the parkland to Waters Way and following the walking tracks through the Woody Grasslands to Darebin Creek (750M) at Chenies Street. Then follow the Darebin Creek to Alphington Station. From there we take the train to Westgarth and return to Bundoora Park on the 86 tram. Bring your Myki card..
| Activity Date | Wed 21 Jun 2023 9:30 am |
| Finish Date/Time | Wed 21 Jun 2023 1:00 pm |
| Capacity | Unlimited |
| Bookings | 1 |
| Bookings OK until | Tue 20 Jun 2023 5:00 pm |
| Meeting Place | Bundoora Park 19F4 |
| Categories | SHORT WALK, Easy |
Walk details to follow.
Walks will generally be graded EASY-MEDIUM to MEDIUM, with perhaps an easier day.
| Activity Date | Fri 27 Oct 2023 12:00 pm |
| Finish Date/Time | Tue 31 Oct 2023 1:00 pm |
| Capacity | 24 |
| Bookings | 24 |
| Available places | 0 |
| Waiting List | 1 |
| Bookings OK until | Mon 04 Sep 2023 12:00 am |
| Meeting Place | Saltbush, Balnarring Beach |
| Categories | BASE CAMP, Medium |
Cumberland River (Lorne) Basecamp - Thursday 16th to Sunday 19th November 2023, ie a three-night stay.
Walks will be over the four days with a short walk on the Thursday and two medium walks Friday & Saturday, either heading off from the park or driving to visitor areas of the waterfalls in the Lorne coastal area.
Camp will be limited to 18 walkers staying in shared cabins or optionally on unpowered sites for camping/caravanning.
| Activity Date | Thu 16 Nov 2023 12:00 pm |
| Finish Date/Time | Sun 19 Nov 2023 2:00 pm |
| Capacity | 18 |
| Bookings | 18 |
| Available places | 0 |
| Waiting List | 3 |
| Bookings OK until | Mon 16 Oct 2023 12:00 am |
| Meeting Place | Cumberland River Holiday Park |
| Categories | BASE CAMP, Medium |
Our Club's Christmas dinner will be held in the Walter Withers Gallery at the Eltham Community & Reception centre Pitt Street Eltham.
More details closer to the date.
| Activity Date | Thu 07 Dec 2023 6:00 pm |
| Finish Date/Time | Thu 07 Dec 2023 10:00 pm |
| Capacity | 60 |
| Bookings | 0 |
| Available places | 60 |
| Bookings OK until | Mon 04 Dec 2023 6:00 pm |
| Meeting Place | Eltham Community Centre |
| Categories | SOCIAL EVENT, Easy |
Our Christmas picnic will be a combination event with a ramble, a bike ride, a short walk and or simply enjoying a picnic.
Details of the various activities will be posted closer to the date.
| Activity Date | Wed 13 Dec 2023 9:00 am |
| Finish Date/Time | Wed 13 Dec 2023 3:00 pm |
| Capacity | Unlimited |
| Bookings | 0 |
| Bookings OK until | Mon 11 Dec 2023 6:00 pm |
| Meeting Place | Porter St Westerfolds Park |
| Categories | SOCIAL EVENT, Easy |
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| distance | duration | date recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 11.6 km | 04:44 | 09-05-2018 12:05 |
| altitude range | lowest point | highest point | uphill | downhill |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 214 m | 150 m | 364 m | 358 m | 369 m |
| Activity Date | Fri 29 Dec 2023 8:00 am |
| Capacity | Unlimited |
| Bookings | 2 |
| Categories | WALK, Easy/Medium |