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.

May 2019

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 5 Pyrmont Bay to Wentworth Park.
Rescheduled to June due to rail track work.		    
Sun 5 Wild Goat Plateau - Nattai NP.
Return trip to explore more abandoned trails on the eastern side of Long Nose Ridge Rd in Nattai NP. Anywhere from 10 to 20km depends on how far we can explore. Early start. Limited numbers. Members only. Previous off-track experience preferred.		 Michael
0411 234 217
(No TXT)		 Dist: D
Ter: 3,4
Mon 6 Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
All welcome to attend our monthly meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Sat 11 Mt Gibraltar Reserve.
Cancelled due to walking track upgrade works.		    
Sun 19 Painters Walk.
The walk from Zoo wharf to Cremorne wharf past Little Sirius Point, and Mosman Bay with picturesque views across the harbour. Some steps. Public transport don't forget your Opal card.		 Kevin
02 4628 6974		 Dist: B
Ter: 1
Sun 26 Megalong Valley to Coxs River Suspension Bridge.
Traverse a popular section of the historic Six Foot Track from Ford's Crossing in the Megalong Valley. Destination is a remarkable pedestrian suspension bridge over the Cox's River and an especially pretty part of the valley.		 Phil
0452 274 564
(after 6pm)		 Dist: D
Ter: 2,3

June 2019

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 2 Circling and Summiting Mount Kembla.
Enjoy scenic views to the south coast from the 534m summit of Mt Kembla and then complete the track that circles the mountain, passing a number of historic mining features. 180m ascent / descent.		 Natalie
0419 602 117
(6-8pm or text message)		 Dist: B
Ter: 3
Mon 3 Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
All welcome to attend our monthly meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Sun 9 Illawarra Escarpment Lookouts.
Fairly level walk from Sublime Point to Bulli Lookout and back again, and then further north taking in some more spectacular views up and down the coast. This walk does not involve any steep descents.		 Jenny
0447 185 128
or
4681 9992		 Dist: D
Ter: 2,3
Sun 16 Pyrmont Bay to Wentworth Park.
A 10km walk mostly on footpaths with some stairs and inclines. Crossing Anzac Bridge before finishing near Sydney Fish Markets. Light rail trip back to Central Station. Public transport don't forget your Opal card.		 Kerri
After 5:00pm on
02 4625 4537		 Dist: B
Ter: 1
Sun 16 Rocky Waterholes Creek - Nattai NP.
Dome Track - Chasm Lookout - Rocky Waterholes Ck Lookout - Point Hill. Recon walk in Nattai NP to check out this loop for a future club walk. Small group size. All on track. Estimated 12-15km distance.		 Michael
0411 234 217
(No TXT)		 Dist: C
Ter: 2,3
Sun 23 Social Picnic at Chellaston Park, Camden.
Join us for delightful picnic by the Nepean River in Camden. Short walks available from this pretty picnic site.		 Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm or TXT message.		 Dist: A
Ter: 1
Sun 30 Manly to North Head Circuit.
Walk from Ferry wharf at Manly to Shelly Beach, then short climb up onto North Head. Visit Historic Army Precinct then take in the Fairfax lookouts for fabulous views of Sydney Harbour and hopefully spot a few whales. Bring lunch or buy from cafe at the halfway point. Return to Manly via Collins Beach. Public transport don't forget your opal cards.  		 Phil
0452 274 564
(after 6pm)		 Dist: C
Ter: 2

July 2019

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 7 Mt Gibraltar Reserve.
Up to Oxley Mew, Jellore and Mittagong lookouts. Then down to return on Gib West trail.		 Kevin
02 4628 6974		 Dist: B
Ter: 2
Mon 8 Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
Club AGM. All members are encouraged to attend this important meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Sun 14 Permulwuy Loop and Moxham Reserve.
9km scenic walk on tracks and paths around Quarry Branch and Toongabbie Creeks. Turpentine and ironbark forest, ferns and sandstone. Public transport, don't forget your Opal cards.		 Kevin
02 4628 6974		 Dist: B
Ter: 2
Sun 21 Bundanoon Lookouts Walk.
Walk around the scenic lookouts at Bundanoon followed by relaxing cuppa in village. Some steep inclines but flexible walking route.		 Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm (or text message)		 Dist: B
Ter: 2,3
Fri 26 Spring Activities Program.
Deadline today if you wish to lead an activity. Please consider contributing. Contact John.		 John
0419 275 313		  
Sun 28 Heathcote NP.
Long walk in Heathcote NP. Waterfall - Bullawarring Track - Goanna Track - Powerline Track - Pipeline Rd - Girronba Ridge (off-track) - Booberra Pool Track and return (sans off-track section). Approx 2-3km moderate off track section. Lots of hills and some rough track. Medium group size. Experienced MEMBERS only. Quick pace. If we have time we may do a side trip to look for Todd's Hut.		 Michael
0411 234 217
(No TXT)		 Dist: D
Ter: 3,4

August 2019

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 4 Homebush Bay to Olympic Park.
Easy flat 8.1 km walk; The Ferry Journey from Circular Quay to the Olympic Park Ferry Wharf starts off the activity. The walk commences at the wharf, and starts by following the Parramatta River to the Old Navy Armoury at Newington, etc....Public transport don't forget your Opal cards. 		 Phil
0452 274 564
(after 6pm)		 Dist: B
Ter: 1
Mon 5 Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
All welcome to attend our monthly meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Sun 11 Cape Bailey Lighthouse.
Walk from the Discovery Centre in the Botany Bay national park, the walk is on road past Cape Salamanda views across the bay (possible whale sightings), over sand dunes to the Lighthouse and back through bush to the discovery centre. Public transport don't forget your Opal cards		 Roslyn
9618 3964		 Dist: B
Ter: 1
Sun 18 Govetts Leap to Evans Lookout via Junction Rock.
Spectacular but physically demanding classic walk in the Grose Valley at Blackheath. Experienced, fit members only. Limited number, early start.		 Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm (or text message)		 Dist: B
Ter: 3
Sun 25 Maroubra to Bondi.
This 8km coastal walk is mostly on footpaths and includes stairs, inclines and rock hopping. Public transport don't forget your Opal cards.		 Kerri
After 5:00pm on
02 4625 4537		 Dist: B
Ter: 2,3
Sun 25 Royal National Park - Northern Eastern Loop.
Approx 16km walk around the north eastern corner of the RNP. Bundeena - Jibbon Head - The Cobblers - The Waterrun - Wedding Cake Rock - Marley Beach - shorter return to Bundeena. Undulating coastal walk. Aboriginal engraving sites. Spectacular views.		 Michael
0411 234 217
(No TXT)		 Dist: D
Ter: 2,3
Sat 31 Afternoon Tea in the Bush
Picnic and a catch up at a scenic lookout at Mulgoa with option of a short walk. Boil the Billy!		 Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm (or text message)		 Dist: A
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
Late
Sept		 Grampians Get Away in Victoria
4-5 days of walking in the spectacular Grampians National Park in western Victoria. Stunning views, brilliant wildflowers, indigenous art sites.		 Phil