Friends of the Heysen Trail

Lavender FederationTrail - Manoora to Mintaro
2017-06-03
Manoora to Martindale Hall Mintaro.

Mt Compass to Kyeema
2017-05-28
Starting from the Old Dairy Factory, 1.5 south of Mt Compass the trail crosses the Victor Harbor Rd before moving through the dairy pastures of Mt Compass and Nangkita. Then it follows undulating back roads past a section of the Finniss River before a climb along the boundary of the Finniss Con. Park and up over more dairy pastures prior to entering into the Mt Magnificent Con. Park, where a short hike off the main trail to the summit rewards walkers with spectacular views over the southern Fleurieu Peninsula.

Upon leaving the park the trail crosses over Blackfellows Creek Rd into a short section of native bushland before finishing the day with a road walk surrounded by open grazing land.

Shepherds Hill/Mitcham
2017-05-28
Enjoying the views from Adelaide.s inner foothills. Incorporating Shepherds Hill Rec park, Waitiparinga and Mitchum trails. Not a long walk, but plenty of leg work. Mostly on well made trail with only one brief off track hill scramble.

Finishing mid afternoon for a debrief at the Tonsley Hotel for those interested.

Willunga
2017-05-28
May is South Australia’s History festival month, and this walk allows us to enjoy the historic township of Willunga. We start at the old courthouse at Willunga. Winding our way through the streets past several National trust buildings before joining the Shiraz trail and into vineyard and farm countryside. This is a circular walk, most of the walk is fairly level until we turn back toward Willunga where a couple of inclines provide a lovely view to the coast.

On our return, the National trust courthouse will be open so that you have the opportunity to visit. Bring $5 for the entry fee to courthouse and slate museum. Morning tea refreshments will also be provided.

Wandallah to Newikie Creek to Dares Hill Summit Road
2017-05-27 - 2017-05-28
Saturday 27th May 2017

This remote section of the Heysen Trail gives walkers their first introduction to the grazing lands beyond Goyders Line. After Wandallah Shelter walking is undulating until turning east toward Sugar Loaf Range. The track then turns to the north where Newikie Creek is reached via White Hill Road and Black Jack Shelter. This is an exposed and undulating walk with some very nice views.

SUNDAY 28th May 2017

This section passes through Caroona Conservation Park and Tourilie Gorge, which is one of the lessor known gems of the Trail. Look out for the remnants of an old bullock cut through the gorge.

SATURDAY EVENING MEAL – Royal Exchange Hotel 6.pm Payment direct to the hotel on the night

THEME FOR THE WEEKEND – Autumn

NOTE – If you wish to walk on only one day, please contact the FOHT office to register for that days walk. The online registering system will only allow you to register for both days.

Warren Bonython Foundation - Walk for the Heysen
2017-05-21
Experience the Mount Crawford pine forest and native scrub and have fun while supporting the Warren Bonython Heysen Trail Foundation’s 2017 fundraising efforts. The foundation supports the improvement of facilities and the environment on the Heysen Trail & other walking trails.

Three Walk Options: 5km, 8km, 15km.

Walks depart from and arrive to the Fromm’s Farm picnic area. Walks are designed to suit all ages and standards of walking fitness. After the walk grab a sausage off the BBQ at the Fromm’s Farm picnic area, or bring your own picnic while enjoying some cool blues with â€œThe Bluesersâ€. The picnic area features a larger shelter shed, picnic tables, toilets and parking.

In Keeping with the tradition of the Warren Bonython Memorial Walk conducted by the Friends of the Heysen Trail in 2013 the theme for the day will be yellow. A prize consisting of a Heysen Trail merchandise pack (value $100) is up for grabs to the best sartorial contribution on the day.

Tickets:

$25 for adults, $5 for children, $50 for families

Book online at: http://bit.ly/WFH-sc-FoHT

Get Tickets

Warren Bonython Foundation - Walk for the Heysen
2017-05-21

Cape Jervis to Cobbler Hill
2017-05-21
E2E12 is the 12th group to walk the Heysen Trail starting at Cape Jervis and finishing at Parachilna Gorge 6yrs later. From the Cape Jervis trailhead, this section follows sandy coastal tracks and exposed coastal hillsides, providing spectacular views over Backstairs Passage to Kangaroo Island.

Walkers are often rewarded with sightings of seals and dolphins. At Blowhole Beach the trail enters Deep Creek Conservation Park to begin the long climb through native bushland to Cobbler Hill.

Mt Crawford Forest
2017-05-21

Wandallah to Newikie Creek to Dares Hill Summit Road
2017-05-20 - 2017-05-21
On Saturday…

This remote and very undulating section gives walkers their first introduction to the grazing lands beyond Goyders Line.

On Sunday…

This section passes through Caroona Conservation Park and Tourilie Gorge, which is one of the lesser known gems of the Trail. Look out for the remnants of an old bullock track cut through the gorge.

NOTE – If you wish to walk on only one day, please contact the FOHT office to register for that days walk. The online registering system will only allow you to register for both days.

Kuitpo Forest Trails
2017-05-14
A loop walk skirting mainly plantation forest, and some native bushland. Parts of the Heysen, Kidman, Forest and Onkeeta Trails are used. Fairly flat walking, with some gently rolling hills. Ideal for those who don’t like steep hills!

Ambers Gully
2017-05-14
We will make our way leisurely uphill on the Yurrebilla Trail to take in the scenic view from the Sugarloaves lookout, then descend via fire track with views over NE Adelaide.

Bowman Park to Mt Zion to Wirrabara Forest
2017-05-13 - 2017-05-14
Application of walk fees paid for cancelled walk in October 2016

The Office is holding credits for many walkers who booked onto the walk in October 2016.

If you are one of these walkers, do not register on line as if you do, you will need to pay walk fees again.

Please contact the office (preferably by email) on or after April 16 and ask the volunteers to make a manual registration for you.

Saturday 13th May 2017

Beginning as a pleasant walk along the Crystal Brook, past the southern most hills of the Flinders Ranges, the Trail gradually climbs to the top of the range to reveal views over Port Pirie and Spencer Gulf.

Sunday 14th May

For most of this section the trail follows gravel roads and a rollercoaster fire track through natural bushland towards the TV tower at The Bluff where walkers are rewarded with spectacular views of the gulf and beyond.

Walk Theme: GOLDEN NORTH

Myponga to Mt Compass
2017-05-07
A lovely walk to start our second year on the trail. Starting along Yulte Rd the trail enters Yulte CP, a small but delightful bushland park with a few testing ups and downs more than compensated by the wonderful views. After leaving the park the trail passes through picturesque farmland before crossing Hindmarsh Tiers Rd and onto Lawless Lane past the Myponga Pistol Club firing range. Entering more farmland the trail continues up to and past Mt.Cone (a short walk off the trail to the summit offers distant views over Victor Harbor to the south)before commencing the downhill road walk on Woodcone Rd to the old dairy factory.

As the bus cannot go along Yulte Rd there is a 1/2 kilometre walk from the Stephens Rd to the start of the trail.

Cudlee Creek to Mewett Road
2017-05-07
A walk through the rolling hills of the South Mt Lofty Ranges, including sections through several blocks of the Mt Crawford Forest. The trail then pasts alongside of Mt Gould (500m) with beautiful views before the descent, with few minor ups-and-downs to the finish.

Mount Lofty Loop Walk
2017-05-07
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 Mount Lofty summit, after admiring panoramic views over Piccadilly Valley and Adelaide City, will walk on the Heysen Trail to Mount Lofty Botanic Garden upper car park.

After meandering through the garden, enjoying its tranquillity, will exit via lower car park, and return to Mount Lofty. The last section of the walk is a bit challenging as you climb St. Michael Hill.

A nice coffee at Mount Lofty Summit restaurant will end up a very pleasant day.

Dutchmans Stern to Eyre Depot, and Quorn to Dutchmans Stern
2017-05-06 - 2017-05-07
Saturday 6th – Dutchmans Stern to Eyre Depot

We do the long day today! After leaving the cars at Dutchmans Car Park, we walk around the Stern, then head down (unexpectly) through a lovely gorgette, and after a climb or two, arrive on the western margin of the ranges. Then a traverse along a fence line to Eyre Depot.

This is a deceptively tough walk with a bit of everything – undulating firetracks with spectacular views, a rocky gorge and a gibber strewn floodplain.

Sunday 7th – Quorn to Dutchmans Stern

From the outskirts of Quorn we head north-west through fields and then pleasant foothills into the Dutchmans Stern Conservation Park. We then divert from the Trail to do the Dutchmans Loop, visiting the summit for superb views in all directions. We should be able to see Wilpena Pound.

NOTE – If you wish to walk on only one day, please contact the FOHT office to register for that day. The online registering system will only allow you to register for both walking days.

Lavender Federation Trail - Webb Gap to Manoora
2017-05-06
â€œApplication of walk fees paid for cancelled walk in October 2016

The Office is holding credits for many walkers who booked onto the walk in October 2016.

If you are one of these walkers, do not register on line as if you do, you will need to pay walk fees again.

Please contact the office (preferably by email) on or after April 9 and ask the volunteers to make a manual registration for you.â€

Webb Gap to Moller Gap along minor roads.

To Quinn Gap we walk adjacent to a wind farm. Great views across to the Tothills. After Waterloo we walk along a road reserve onto a minor road into Manoora.

Kersbrook
2017-04-30
A 20 km walk on walking trails and fire tracks, in and around Kersbrook Native Forest Reserve.

Bridgewater /Mt George
2017-04-30
It is loop of about 8 kms.from Bridgewater to Mount George Conservation Park and then back to Bridgewater oval.Very pleasent walk,ideal to start the year walks and to share a coffee after.

Children are welcome.Weather wont be an issue.

Hiking Expo extended walk: From Heathfield via Mark Oliphant Conservation Park
2017-04-23
This extended hike commences from Heathfield, walking through a mix of residential and primary production areas, and past the historic Manoah House. The walk continues along trails in Mark Oliphant Conservation Park before climbing Warri Parri Ridge to enter the Belair National Park, descending down to Melville Gully before reaching the Expo site.

This hike is one of our walks for the Hiking Expo at Belair National Park.

Opening of the Bushwalking Season
2017-04-23
An expo to celebrate the start of the South Australian bushwalking season. With the arrival of cooler autumn weather, hiking is an ideal outdoor activity. South Australia’s bushwalking clubs and Walking SA are coming together to celebrate the occasion with a unique day in Belair National Park.

– Expo of walking clubs, walking tour companies and outdoor retailers

– Come-and-try bushwalks ranging from 30mins to 3 hours

– Free park entry on the day

Find out more at http://www.walkingsa.org.au/expo/

The Friends will be running several walks:

– some Come and Try hikes (free, register at the Expo on the day)

– an extended walk from Heathfield via Mark Oliphant Conservation Park. Register via http://heysentrail.asn.au/walks/1667/hiking-expo-extended-walk-from-heathfield-via-mark-oliphant-conservation-park/view/

Boot Camp
2017-04-09
There are literally dozens of tracks in the Cleland area that see little use anymore and are now overgrown or closed. This walk links up a number of these whilst having a strong emphasis on climbing and descending. It does involve a little bushbashing and off track walking and includes a visit to a hidden destination.

Carrick Hill
2017-04-09
This area offers a number of pleasant walking possibilities for anyone wishing to walk in a group on designated tracks. I will adapt the walk depending on the fitness level and walking experience of the group and the weather. Comfortable walking shoes,(no high heels), walking poles if needed, water ( about one and half litres), hat, suncream and snacks for morning tea and lunch. I plan to finish the walk by about 1.00 pm.

Annual General Meeting
2017-03-24
Friends of the Heysen Trail and Other Walking Trails Inc AGM 2017

7.30pm on Friday 24th March 2017.

Woodville Bowling Club (Not the 10 Pin Bowling Club)

26 Oval Ave, Woodville South SA 5011

Guest Speaker: Ron Kandelaars, the Friends Ambassador, will talk about his links with the Heysen Trail through the media.

Hear about our Association’s activities in 2016 and plans for 2017.

Meet your council (they are the people who make the decisions) and find out what we intend to do to further develop, maintain and promote the use of the Heysen and other walking trails.

Please bring a plate of supper to share.

Bistro on Hyde Park
2017-03-08
I have booked an evening meal at 7.00 pm at Mulots on Hyde Park, where a small piece of La Douce France has been recreated by AndrÃ© and his wife. They will both cater exclusively for us.

Meanwhile, our appetites will have been sufficiently aroused by a brisk one hour walk along the leafy and gracious streets of Millswood, Kings Park and Unley Park.

Wild Dog Glen
2017-03-01
Joins us for a beautiful undulating walk through the foot hills of Waite conservation area. Also the lovely gardens of Carrick Hill and streets of Springfield. Refreshment optional at the Edinburgh hotel on completion of the walk.

Brownhill Creek
2017-02-22
A relaxing meander along a shaded gully to reach the cool Brownhill creek which is still flowing in early February this year!, There are planted shade trees along the gorge with some magnificent red gums. As this walk is flat and shaded it should still be fine even if the weather is warm. However the walk will be automatically cancelled if the temperature is forecast to reach or reaches 35C in Adelaide.

Optional meal afterwards at the Mitcham Hotel, which boasts a lovely outdoor eating area.

Lynton Mitcham
2017-02-15
A pleasant loop walk on trails through the Lynton and Sleeps Hill Reserves offering some enjoyable little climbs and rewarding views to the gulf & over suburban Adelaide

Walk cancelled due to hot weather - 40 expected
2017-02-08
A loop walk in the Mount Osmond Reserve incorporating part of the Pioneer Women’s Trail and Burnside Walking Trails.

This walk will give spectacular views of Adelaide City and suburbs.
