The Mountain Devils
Bushwalking and
Social Club Inc.
NEWS.
28/10 walk changed due to rail track work.
11/11 walk changed due to track closure.
Details on Activities page.
Activities Program
This page contains information about the Mountain Devils bushwalking and social activities program.
It is essential you book-in by mid-week. Leaders may place limits on the numbers attending and failure to book-in early can result in missing out on a place or the activity not proceeding. Also, if you print this list out and stick it on the fridge please don't forget to check back here for any changes that may have occurred.
Walk Grading Guide.
| Distance: | Terrain: |
|---|---|
| A - 0 to 5km's. B - > 5 to 10km's. C - > 10 to 15km's. D - > 15 to 20km's. E - > 20km's. |
1 - Graded track, some incline. 2 - Graded track, hills, creek crossings. 3 - Rough track, steep sections, creek crossings. 4 - Off-track, moderate. 5 - Off-track, hard. 6 - Rock scrambling, exposure to heights. |
For further information on walk gradings please refer to our "Walk Grading" page, or if further clarification is required then discuss this with the Activity Leader when booking-in.
August 2018
| Date | Activity Description | Contact Details | Grading |
| Sun 5 | Dharawal National Park. Relaxed scenic walk along firetrails to a picturesque secluded lunch spot on O'Hare's Creek. |
Andy 0468 901 435 6-8pm (or text message) |
Dist: B Ter: 2 |
| Mon 6 | Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm. All welcome to attend our monthly meeting. |
John 0419 275 313 |
Social |
| Sun 12 | Curra Moors Loop. Walking track in the Royal National Park offering scenic cliff and coastal views. |
Harry 0428 788 889 |
Dist: C Ter: 1 |
| Sun 19 | Dharawal NP - Darkes Forest. Long, varied walk in Dharawal NP. 3 x creek crossings (one crossing calf deep), fire trail, rough/overgrown tracks, 500m off track section. Over 15km all up, experienced walkers. |
Michael 0411 234 217 |
Dist: D Ter: 3,4 |
| Sun 26 | Vacant. Anyone who can put on an activity this weekend please contact John. |
John 0419 275 313 |
Dist: Ter: |
September 2018
| Date | Activity Description | Contact Details | Grading |
| Sat 1 | Lime Kiln Head - Oatley Park. A 5km circuit walk on tracks around Jew Fish Bay and Lime Kiln Bays. Diverse bushland, some wildflowers ahould be out. Sandstone cliffs and wetlands. Short steep section. |
Kevin 4628 6974 |
Dist: B Ter: 2 |
| Sun 2 | Fathers Day. No walk today. Happy Fathers Day to all the Dads. |
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| Mon 3 | Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm. All welcome to attend our monthly meeting. |
John 0419 275 313 |
Social |
| Mon 3 to Fri 7 |
Warrumbungles Car Camp. Range of walks in Warrumbungles NP. Some walks will be hard some will be easier. Contact Phil for more information. |
Phil 0452 274 564 |
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| Sun 9 | Wollstonecraft to McMahon's Point. This walk includes Berry Island and Balls Head Reserve. Some tracks are steep, narrow, uneven, and rocky with tree roots. Also, creek crossings, lots of stairs, easy footpaths, and flat sandy tracks. Nice scenic photo opportunities of the bush and harbour. Public transport, Opal cards please. |
Kerri after 5pm 4625 4537 |
Dist: B Ter: 3 |
| Sun 16 | Taffys Rock - Ku-ring-gai Chase NP. Challenging walk to spectacular lookout with 360 degree views. Early start. Approx 16km. Undulating walk, includes 2 x 200m ascents (and descents). Vehicle cost $80 per car (includes 2 x M7 and M2 tolls). Medium sized group. Members only. |
Michael 0411 234 217 |
Dist: D Ter: 3 |
| Sun 16 | Hidden in Rookwood. Now in its 10th year this exhibition is set amongst gardens and graves in one of the oldest sections of the cemetery. Sculptures of history, remembrance and love are depicted by the artists. Public transport don't forget your opal cards. |
Kerri after 5pm 4625 4537 |
Dist: A Ter: 1 |
| Sun 23 | Mount Hay Rd to Lockley Pylon lookout. Easy-medium walk across scenic plateau to stunning lookout lunch spot overlooking Grose Valley. Access road slightly rough but considered fine for 2WD vehicles in dry weather. |
Andy 0468 901 435 6-8pm (or text message) |
Dist: B Ter: 2 |
| Sun 30 | Ku-ring-gai Widlfower Garden. Features 8 walks from Easy Senses Track to the 3km hard Mueller Track. Full day out in the St Ives area. Minimum requirement: Must be able to walk 1 kilometre on flat footpath. Public transport opal cards please. |
Kerri after 5pm 4625 4537 |
Dist: A or B Ter: 1,3 |
October 2018
| Date | Activity Description | Contact Details | Grading |
| Sun 7 | Vacant. Daylight Saving starts this weekend. | ||
| Mon 8 | Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm. All welcome to attend our monthly meeting. |
John 0419 275 313 |
Social |
| Sun 14 | Spring Wildflower Walk to Little Marley Beach - RNP. Easy walk along well graded path to delightful lunch spot at Little Marley Beach. Lots of flowers blooming in springtime, great coastal scenery! |
Andy 0468 901 435 6-8pm (or text message) |
Dist: B Ter: 2 |
| Sun 21 | Sculptures by the Sea. The annual exhibition is held between Bondi and Tamarama on the coastal walkway. Start at Bronte, walk to Bondi, then bus to Watsons Bay for lunch and return to city on ferry. Public transport, opal cards please. |
Kerri after 5pm 4625 4537 |
Dist: A Ter: 1 |
| Fri 26 | Summer Activities Program. Deadline today if you wish to lead an activity. Please consider contributing. Contact John. |
John 0419 275 313 |
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| Sun 28 | Sydney Living Museums. A group of 12 museums, houses and gardens fall into this category. The outing includes: The Mint, Hyde Park Barracks and Elizabeth House. Cost for a Pass as below: - $24 adult - $16 concession. Please note that the Pass has a one (1) month expiry date. Public transport so don't forget your opal card. |
Kerri after 5pm 4625 4537 |
Dist: B Ter: 1 |
November 2018
| Date | Activity Description | Contact Details | Grading |
| Sun 4 | Barren Grounds Nature Reserve. 9km circuit through dense heathland around a hanging swamp plateau encircled by precipitous cliffs. Panoramic views across Jamberoo Valley. Natural stone bridge across creek. A wide range of wildflowers should still be out. |
Kevin 4628 6974 |
Dist: B Ter: 2 |
| Mon 6 | Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm. All welcome to attend our monthly meeting. |
John 0419 275 313 |
Social |
| Sun 11 | Kiama to Gerringong Coastal Track. The walk is a scenic stroll along a particularly pretty section of the Illawarra coast. |
Phil 0452 274 564 |
Dist: B Ter: 2 |
| Sun 18 | Bradleys Head - Sydney Harbour NP. Picturesque walk along a lovely and historic section of the harbour foreshore. Transport on trains, bus and ferry. Bring your Opal card. |
Andy 0468 901 435 6-8pm (or text message) |
Dist: C Ter: 2 |
| Sat 24 | Twilight/Night Bushwalk - Dharawal NP. After the success of our night walk earlier this year we will head out to do another one. <10km walk along fire trails and tracks in Dharawal NP. Visit Minverva Pool (may be dark by then). Enjoy the sights and sounds of the bush at night. Must have working torch. No torch, no walk. |
Michael 0411 234 217 |
Dist: B Ter: 2 |
NOTE: Entry fees apply to walks in the some National Parks. Members with an NPWS Exemption Card should bring it along.
Most club activities start from The Catholic Club carpark, access the club carpark from the Camden Rd entrance and park in the first carpark area on the left. Link to meeting spot location map.
Please check with the Leader for the departure time from the designated meeting spot, please don't just "show up on the day" as our Activity Leaders need to know the number of likely participants before the activity.
Future Events
| Date | Activity | Leader | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nothing in the works at the moment. |