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 2018

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 6 Two Creeks Track - Garigal National Park.
Good track around Gordon and Moores Creeks and Middle Harbour. Interesting forest, great water views sandstone outcrops and heritage works in sandstone. 8.5km approximately. Public transport. Don’t forget your Opal card.		 Kevin
4628 6974		 Dist: B
Ter: 2
Mon 7 Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
All welcome to attend our monthly meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Sun 13 Mothers Day.
Happy Mothers Day to all the mums.		    
Sun 20 Parramatta River Walk - Huntleys Point to Meadowbank Wharf.
10km on paths and tracks from Huntleys Point Wharf near Gladesville Bridge, along the northern side of the river, Gladesville Hospital grounds, Banjo Paterson Restaurant, Glades Bay, Aboriginal rock carvings and interpretive signage, Putney Park and Shepherds Bay to Meadowbank Wharf. PUBLIC TRANSPORT - Train and Rivercat.		 Lorraine
0458 313 410		 Dist: B
Ter: 1
Sun 27 Thirlmere Lakes N.P. - A Different Way.
Visiting Nerrigorang Picnic area through ancient forest, past various lakes and ruins. Approx. 8km of undulating tracks.		 Jenny
0447 185 128
or 4681 9992		 Dist: B
Ter: 2,3

June 2018

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 3 2018 World Press Photo Award Exhibition.
At Sydney Library see over 150 finalist photos by professional photographers from around the planet in this touring exhibit. Categories include nature, daily life and sport. May continue to the Art Gallery. FREE. Public transport, Opal card required.		 Kerri
after 5pm
4625 4537		 Social
Mon 4 Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
All welcome to attend our monthly meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Sun 10 Fitzroy Falls, Western Rim track.
Leisurely stroll along the breathtaking scenic rim of Yarrunga Valley escarpment.		 Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm (or text message)		 Dist: C
Ter: 2
Sun 17 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: C
Ter: 3
Sun 24 Starlights Trail - Nattai NP.
It's been several years since we last did this challenging walk in Nattai NP. 500m elevation change over 3km. Morning tea on Point Hill then descend to Emmetts Flat on the Nattai River, then a long climb out. Approx 14km.		 Michael
0411 234 217		 Dist: C
Ter: 2,3

July 2018

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 1 Blackheath - Evans Lookout to Neates Glen via Grand Canyon.
Picturesque walk along the recently upgraded Grand Canyon track. 200 metre descent and 200 metre ascent.		 Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm (or text message)		 Dist: C
Ter: 2,3
Sun 8 Hyde Park to Kirribilli Markets.
An easy and enjoyable 10km city walk crossing the Harbour Bridge to finish at the monthly Kirribilli Markets. Some stairs, stroll around or head home. Public transport, Opal card required.		 Kerri
after 5pm
4625 4537		 Dist: B
Ter: 1
Mon 9 Club AGM - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
All welcome to attend our AGM. Club members are encouraged to attend this important meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Sun 15 Bargo River to Picton Weir.
An 11km return walk , mostly level, on fire trails through shady forest and ferns by the Bargo River.		 Kevin
4628 6974		 Dist: C
Ter: 2
Sun 22 Sunday Social Picnic at Mt Annan Botanical Gardens. Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm (or text message)		 Social
Fri 27 Spring Activities Program.
Deadline today if you wish to lead an activity. Please consider contributing. Contact John.		 John
0419 275 313		  
Sun 29 Glenfield to Liverpool.
All on paths through bushland and beside the Georges River.		 Rosslyn
9618 3964		 Dist: B
Ter: 1
Sun 29 Bargo SCA, Hill Top.
Exploratory walk. We will attempt to follow old, abandoned fire trails in the upper Little River area of Bargo SCA. Rough/overgrown trails, possible off-track sections. Limited numbers, experienced members only. May also do some investigating of trails off Long Nose Ridge Road if we have time.		 Michael
0411 234 217		 Dist: D
Ter: 3,4

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:



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
3 - 7
Sept		 Warrumbungles Car Camp
5 day car camp in the Warrumbungles. 3 day walks. Details to follow.