Chambers Gully - Mt Lofty
2020-07-15
A gorgeous walk away from the main Waterfall Gully to Lofty track.

Immerse yourself in wildlife and eucalypts.

The intention is to have lunch at the Mt Lofty summit, before returning back down the hill.

Gilbertson Gully
2020-07-15
We will wander up pretty Gilbertson Gully to O’Halloran Hill Recreation park then explore several trails in the park. Note: O’Halloran Hill is a hill so the walk up will be rewarded with views.

Meet 920am for 930am start (later start to avoid morning traffic) walk approx 2.5hr.

Bring snack, water, hand sanitiser and rain jacket.

Friends Shed Maintenance Day - Cobbler Creek
2020-07-16 09:00 - 14:00, 2020-07-23 09:00 - 14:00, 2020-07-30 09:00 - 14:00, 2020-08-06 09:00 - 14:00 (Australia/Adelaide)
The Shed will be open this Thursday from 9.00 am to 2.00pm.

Volunteers are welcome to join in. You don’t have to be an expert handy person.

If you can attend to help in one of our current projects, please register on-line or contact Colin Edwards.

It helps him plan jobs when he knows how many people to expect.

Microcarpa/ Waterfall Belair National Park
2020-07-19
The walk starts by walking around Playford Lake and we can do some turtle and duck spotting along the way. Then we walk through one of the most diverse and best-preserved woodland areas remaining in the Mount Lofty Ranges. Grey box woodland (Eucalyptus microcarpa) is an endangered ecosystem. Once common across Adelaide, clearing has reduced it to remnants in the Adelaide Hills. We continue on the waterfall loop through Echo Tunnel to the picturesque rock escarpments of the Upper and Lower Waterfalls which is the most challenging trail in the park.Hopefully the falls will be running.

Bring plenty of water, morning tea, a torch/ head lamp (or at least a fully charged mobile phone to use as a torch) for the tunnel.

Note: members must not attend if unwell and this means ANY little sniffle, cough etc. See Risks – Hazards & Requirements below for details

Beaumont and Cleland via Botanic Gardens
2020-07-19 08:00 - 16:00
This walk is ideal for walkers who need to get a few kms into their legs. It is about 26kms and includes a few hills and rough tracks to improve your stamina and walking techniques. Walking poles and boots with good ankle support are recommended. It takes in part of the Pioneers Womens Trail, Mt. Lofty Botanic Gardens and Cleland Recreation Park. The up hills are out of the way by lunchtime leaving a gentle stroll back to the cars after that.
We will probably make Cleland Wildlife Reserve in time for lunch and a coffee (if you feel inclined).

Marion Coastal Walk
2020-07-22
This is a mid week morning walk to help maintain some fitness.

The Marion Coastal Walkway is located in the Marion Coast Park which extends 7.2 km from Marino in the north, to the Hallett Headland Reserve at Hallett Cove in the south.

Its environment is unique in the metropolitan area, with its rugged cliffs, small coves and a rocky coast.

It also features world famous geological formations at Hallett Cove, important sites of remnant coastal vegetation, and the significant cultural presence of the Tjilbruke Dreaming. Discover more in the Coastal Walkway brochure.

https://cdn.marion.sa.gov.au/sp/Coastal-Walks-Brochure.pdf?mtime=20180226123542

About 2km of this walk is still currently closed but a bypass is in place.

Walk will be about 12-14 km in length

Aldinga Scrub
2020-07-26
A flat loop walk around Aldinga Scrub then along the beach for a stunning view of the southern coastal range and into The Washpool. The full walk is approx 12 km and but if the weather is not suited to walking along the beach it will be a few kilometres shorter.

Meet 820am for 830am start. Walk approx 3hours.

Bring snack, water, hand sanitiser and rain jacket.

Mt Lofty Heysen Trail loop
2020-07-26 10:00 - 13:00
A loop walk on the Heysen Trail taking in the Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens, the winding fire tracks of Cleland Conservation Park, and the summit of Mt Lofty.

From our meeting point we walk north west on the main Heysen Trail route towards Mt Lofty. This section of the walk is a bit challenging as we climb St. Michael Hill. But the reward is an morning tea at the Mount Lofty Summit cafe as we admire panoramic views over Piccadilly Valley and Adelaide City.

BYO morning tea or pick up a coffee at the cafe.

We then take the Heysen Trail alternative route to the Mount Lofty Botanic Garden upper car park. After meandering through the garden, enjoy its tranquillity, and return to the cars.

Sturt Gorge
2020-08-02
A walk on the trails at the western end of the Sturt Gorge Recreation Park. We will walk through a lovely grove of almond blossom to get into the steep sided gorge. We may make several river crossings on stepping stones depending on the conditions.

The trail is slippery underfoot and good-grip boots and poles are strongly recommended. There is a few metres of slightly tricky rock scramble at one point but the rest is easy enough.

Start time 9am sharp. The meeting point is tricky to get to now with the South Road upgrade so I suggest you aim to be there at 830am to allow for mistakes. Walk approx 3hr.

Bring water, snacks and rain jacket.

Morialta
2020-08-06
A challenging walk with some ups and downs in the Morialta – Black Hill Conservation Park. We will stop for a morning tea break.

Belair boundary hike
2020-08-09
This is a hike for the serious hiker.

We will walk the boundary of Bel-Air national Park. A distance of approximately 20 klms.

Our hike will take us by the upper Sturt general store, a great stop for morning tea.

Also we will visit both the upper and lower waterfalls.

Mark Oliphant C P
2020-08-09
Walk through the lovely bush of this beautiful conservation park. There are a few steep hills and perhaps even a waterfall …. um…. perhaps water droplet-fall.

Walk start 9am. Expect to finish 1130ish

Bring snacks, water, and raincoat (20% chance predicted) and your own first aid gear.

Newland Head CP
2020-08-09
A slow walk to enjoy the rugged cliffs and bushland of Newland Head C.P.

Starting the walk on a section of The Heysen Trail we reach the rugged headlands of the park, where with weather permitting there will be spectacular views along the coast line. This is the time for whale watching, will we be lucky to spot one? The rocky undulating tracks has us in and out of valleys, surrounded by coastal vegetation to climb again to view the sea. This section of the walk requires the ability to be able to climb up and down steep and rocky hills.

Leaving the coast behind we walk inland, with wide open views of farming land on the right and bushland to the left. A sharp turn takes us into the bush, with wattle trees and many other flowering wildflowers. In this area we will be looking for orchids which are often spotted here. Continuing through the park we return to the Heysen Trail and return to the cars.

If the weather is bad on the day, the walk will not go to the coast, it will stay inland and will only be around 7km.

Blackwood Reserve / Belair
2020-08-12
This is a mid week morning walk to help maintain some fitness.

We will take a short stroll through back roads to Blackwood Forest reserve. The reserve is the site of the old Blackwood Experimental Orchard and details can be found at friendsofblackwoodforest.com.au/history

From the reserve we will make our way up Turners Ave to a fire trail.

From here we climb up Olave Hill to join Olave Hill Road which will lead us into Belair National Park.

We will do a couple of loop walks exiting the park to follow Minno Creek back to our starting point.

Walk will be about 12-14 km in length.

Friends Shed Maintenance Day – Cobbler Creek
2020-08-13 09:00 - 14:00, 2020-08-20 09:00 - 14:00, 2020-08-27 09:00 - 14:00, 2020-09-03 09:00 - 14:00
Maintenance Days at the Friends Shed at Cobbler Creek.

Volunteers are welcome to join in. You don’t have to be an expert handy person.

Please register so we can anticipate numbers and plan jobs.

Brownhill Ck / Belair
2020-08-15
A loop walk commencing along Brownhill Creek before climbing up and into Belair National Park where it will follow a number of tracks up and down in the less trafficked eastern end of the Park before heading westards to exit the Park near Belair Railway Station. From there the walks follows some back streets prior to crossing Old Belair Road and entering Randall Park for the descent back to Brownhill Creek.

There will be a couple of climbs during the time in Belair National Park so be prepared for these.

Anstey Hill Recreation Park
2020-08-16 09:00 - 12:30
A loop walk taking in some of the historical sites of the Anstey Hill Recreation Park.

The walk will be undulating with periods of challenges and views of the city.

Onkaparinga
2020-08-20
A Trail Starter in length, but with uneven, rocky, slippery and undulating tracks.

A circular walk in a small area of the Onkaparinga National Park passing through areas of native bush, including pink gum and grey box woodland. We may see orchids, kangaroos, birds and echidna diggings. {If really lucky an echidna}. As we make our way along some sections of the ridge top there is fabulous views of the gorge.

Mt Crawford
2020-08-23
A loop walk with steep climbs over Mt Crawford and Little Mt Crawford rewarding with excellent views. Then onto tracks through forest areas including a platform walk.

Cleland - Wine Shanty Hike
2020-08-23 09:00 - 12:30
The Wine Shanty Hike is a 10km loop bushwalk through the eastern section of Cleland Conservation Park.

We will walk through Stringybark forest along sections of the Heysen and Yurrebilla Trails. Shortly after the start, we pass Keirs Ruin, an old farm house abandoned in the 1900s.

The walk combines some steep climbs with gentler sections – we will do it in the direction that best suits a Trail Starter.

Morning tea will be a short diversion to the cafe (and facilities) at the Cleland Wildlife Park.

Annual General Meeting 2020
2020-08-28 18:30 - 19:30 | Woodville Bowling Club, 25 Oval Ave, Woodville, SA, 5011, Australia
Friends of Heysen Trail Annual General Meeting 2020- Rescheduled from March

Now that Covid 19 restrictions have eased the Friends is able to convene its postponed AGM.

Meeting will commence 6.30pm at Woodville Bowls Club.

President Report on 2019
Treasurer Report for 2019
Election of Council Members – nominations were called for and received in March
Approval of Auditor for 2020/2021
Nomination of Honorary Members.

Members are asked to register in advance as numbers may still need to be limited to appropriate space requirements as defined by SA Health at that time. Safe hygiene and social distancing will be in place. Please note socialising after the formal meeting will not occur this year. Current Covid restrictions for community groups prohibit sharing of food so members should not “bring a plate” like previous years.

Horsnell Gully with a taste of Heysen
2020-08-29 08:00 - 14:00
This walk proceeds along Coach Road to meet up with the Heysen Trail. This lovely section of the Heysen Trail through to Giles Conservation Park is renowned for its wildflowers. At Giles we visit 3 cottages – “Faith”, “Hope” and “Charity” and the reed beds for morning tea. The cottages were built by Charles Giles and John Horsnell in the 1840s so are in need of some maintenance.

From here we head back to Horsnell Gully Conservation Park with more interesting ruins with helpful information panels that may be perused by those interested in history during a lunch break. After lunch the fun part of the walk includes a clamber up a waterfall (be prepared some crawling on hands and knees).

The walk is about 14 kms and includes a number of challenges. Walking poles and boots with good ankle support are recommended.

Old Noarlunga & Onkaparinga River Loop
2020-08-30
This walks starts off in historic Old Noarlunga and we follow the Onkaparinga River around to the wetlands reserve where you should spot numerous bird life and the odd kangaroo. This walk encompasses a boardwalk and is very easy & flat, the biggest risk is bumping your head if you don’t duck low enough as you walk under the South Road bridge.
Note: members must not attend if unwell See Risks – Hazards & Requirements below for details

Marion Coastal Walk
2020-09-02
This is a mid week morning walk to help maintain some fitness.

The Marion Coastal Walkway is located in the Marion Coast Park which extends 7.2 km from Marino in the north, to the Hallett Headland Reserve at Hallett Cove in the south.

Its environment is unique in the metropolitan area, with its rugged cliffs, small coves and a rocky coast.

It also features world famous geological formations at Hallett Cove, important sites of remnant coastal vegetation, and the significant cultural presence of the Tjilbruke Dreaming. Discover more in the Coastal Walkway brochure.

https://cdn.marion.sa.gov.au/sp/Coastal-Walks-Brochure.pdf?mtime=20180226123542

About 2km of this walk is closed but has bypass route.

Walk will be about 12-14 km in length.
