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.		    
Mon 3 Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
All welcome to attend our monthly meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Mon 3
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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		  
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 & Tamarama on the coastal walkway. Leave the walk at Bronte for home, return to Bondi or continue to Coogee Beach for lunch. 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		  
Sun 28 Brooklyn - Dangar Island.
Arrive at Brooklyn then catch the private ferry. Fare for adults $7.70 and concession is $3.90 EACH WAY to Dangar Island. After a nice quiet stroll around the small island head back on the ferry to Brooklyn for a fish'n'chips lunch. Afterwards a wander around town before heading home. A few hilly bits.
Public transport, don't forget your opal card.		 Kerri
after 5pm
4625 4537		 Dist: A
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 Minnamurra Rainforest Walk.
5 kilometres in length on well graded walkways with some short steep climbs to the upper waterfalls. Great rainforest with some very impressive trees. Bring some lunch or buy a meal at the Cafe/ Kiosk. There is a $12.00 vehicle entry fee.		 Phil
0452 274 564		 Dist: B
Ter: 2,3
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.