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.

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
Sun 25 Sydney Living Museums - Part 2.
A group of 12 museums, houses and gardens fall into this category. You will be visiting Vaucluse House and Elizabeth Farm as part of the outing. For persons that wish to join the trip for the first time please refer to the cost of a pass 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

December 2018

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 2 Canley Vale and Heights.
An easy 8km morning walk on paths in reserves by the banks of Orphan School and Clear Paddock Creeks. Then to the impressive District 8 complex in the Cabra-Vale Diggers Club for lunch.		 Kevin
4628 6974		 Dist: B
Ter: 1
Mon 3 Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
All welcome to attend our monthly meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Fri 7 Christmas Function.
The Flower Drum Palace, 2 Allman Street, Campbelltown. 6:30pm onward. PLEASE CONTACT Rosslyn if you intend to join the other members.		 Rosslyn
02 9618 3964
or 0405 017 979		 Social
Sun 9 Seven Mile Beach – Gerroa.
Is this a bushwalk? No, it's a Beachwalk! Sun, sand, surf and seabirds. Walking boots optional.		 Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm (or text message)		 Dist: A
Ter: 1
Sun 16 Manly and Markets.
Visit Manly for morning tea, a short beach stroll and Manly Art Gallery. Then head to Rozelle Collectors Markets for any last-minute Christmas presents. Easy day out. MEMBERS ONLY. Public transport, don't forget your opal cards.		 Kerri
After 5:00pm on
02 4625 4537		 Dist: A
Ter: 1
  Christmas - New Year Break.
Have a good Christmas everyone. See you in the New Year.		    
Sun 30 The Bay Walk - Iron Cove
Delightful circuit walk along inner west foreshore to celebrate the festive season. Plenty of time for a cuppa or a picnic! Public transport, don't forget your opal cards.		 Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm (or text message)		 Dist: A
Ter: 1

January 2019

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 6 Old Ford Road - Kentlyn.
It is an easy 4 to 5 kilometre walk. There is a pretty water hole at the bottom to paddle in. This is an ideal spot for afternoon tea. The walk is downhill towards the water hole and uphill to return to the cars but not steep. The intention is to start the walk between 4 to 6pm during the cooler part of the day. Afternoon tea provided by Carmel and Steve.		 Carmel
0419 296 628		 Dist: A
Ter: 1
Sun 13 Social - Members Only.
Take the ferry to different areas around the harbour for short walks or activities. Any requests considered. Don't forget your ice cream money!! Public transport, don't forget your opal cards.		 Kerri
After 5:00pm on
02 4625 4537		 Dist: A
Ter: 1
Sat 19 Symphony in the Park - Parramatta.
The Festival of Sydney program has been announced thus the invitation to the evening with Phil as your leader.		 Phil
0452 274 564
(after 6pm)		 Social
Fri 25 Autumn Activities Program.
Deadline today if you wish to lead an activity. Please consider contributing. Contact John.		 John
0419 275 313		  
Sun 27 Rose Bay to Watsons Bay.
Fascinating and scenic summer walk around an especially pretty part of Sydney harbour. Public transport, don't forget your opal cards.  		 Phil
0452 274 564
(after 6pm)		 Dist: B
Ter: 1

February 2019

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 3 Heathcote to Waterfall - Heathcote NP.
Relaxed summer walk through a pretty valley featuring a number of natural pools and wildflowers along Heathcote Creek. This walk is a point to point walk from Heathcote to Waterfall. At end of walk we will need to return to our start point on the train. Public transport so don't forget your Opal cards.		 Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm (or text message)		 Dist: C
Ter: 2
Mon 4 Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
All welcome to attend our monthly meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Sun 10 Gordon to Roseville.
The track connecting Gordon to Roseville Railway Station is a surprising scenic walk through remnant bushland. The walk escapes the urban centres to wind through the valleys and along the Lane Cove River with its abundance of water dragons, ducks and other birds.		 Lorraine
0458 313 410		 Dist: C
Ter: 4
Sun 17 Cave Creek Tunnel - Hill Top.
Short morning walk to natural creek cave. Good track to both ends of cave. Bring torch for optional cave explore. One short metal ladder to access western cave entrance.		 Michael
0411 234 217		 Dist: A
Ter: 2
Sun 24 Empire Pass and Dantes Glen - Lawson.
Idyllic summer walk through delightful shaded valley in the heart of the Blue Mountains. Spectacular forest and pretty cascades. 		 Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm (or text message)		 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.