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.

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 Karloo Pool - Royal National Park.
Karloo Pools, a set of natural waterholes, lies at the junction of Kangaroo Creek, Heathcote Brook and the Karloo Walking Track. The track is a maintained mix of sandy bush track and some steep sandstone sections. Just before you start to descend, the walk offers fantastic views of the surrounding bushland of the valley below and to the south east from the ridge. The rock ledges near the pools (especially after a swim) can sometimes be slippery..		 Lorraine
0458 313 410		 Dist: B
Ter: 3
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

March 2019

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 3 Manly and Markets.
Visit Manly for morning tea, a short beach stroll & Manly Art Gallery. Then head to Rozelle Collectors Markets. After Rozelle Markets our final stop will be Harold Park Tram sheds with many lunch options. Stay & eat in or head to the park. Easy day out. Public transport don't forget your Opal cards.		 Kerri
After 5:00pm on
02 4625 4537		 Dist: A
Ter: 1
Mon 4 Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
All welcome to attend our monthly meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Sun 10 Historic Explorers Roads near Mt York.
Walk along some of the original roads in the footsteps of pioneers allowing passage across the Blue Mountains. Learn more about the colourful history of this important historic area. Pretty area with great views.		 Phil
0452 274 564
(after 6pm)		 Dist: C
Ter: 2,3
Sun 17 Homebush Bay to Olympic Park Station.
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...		 Phil
0452 274 564
(after 6pm)		 Dist: B
Ter: 2
Sun 24 Dharawal NP.
Four Mile Ck area and the western side of Stokes Ck. Approx 13km loop walk around north western part of Dharawal NP. Rarely visited area so tracks and trails will be overgrown.		 Michael
0411 234 217		 Dist: C
Ter: 3
Sun 31 Mill Creek, Alfords Point.
A 7km walk on fire trails and tracks. Rock ledges, angophoras, ferns and mangroves. Lookout across Georges River.		 Kevin
02 4628 6974		 Dist: B
Ter: 2

April 2019

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Mon 1 Club Meeting - Catholic Club 7.30pm.
All welcome to attend our monthly meeting.		 John
0419 275 313		 Social
Fri 5
to
Sun 7		 Overnight Friday and Saturday in Canberra.
Two (2) fascinating and scenic walks in the Namadgi National Park to an indigenous art site and a spectacular lookout over Canberra. Plenty of time to see galleries, museums or other attractions in the Capital. Range of accommodation options are available.		 Andy
0468 901 435
6-8pm or TXT message.		 Dist: A
Ter: 2,3
Sun 7 Brooklyn and Dangar Island.
Arrive at Brooklyn then catch the private ferry. Fare for adults $8.10 and concession is $4.10 EACH WAY to Dangar Island. Walk around this small island or sit at the waterfront cafe and enjoy the view. Head back on the ferry to Brooklyn for lunch. Afterwards a wander around town before heading home. A few hilly bits. Public transport don't forget your Opal card.
Please Note: Contact Kerri by the Friday as she needs to confirm the number of persons with the PRIVATE FERRY company.		 Kerri
After 5:00pm on
02 4625 4537		 Dist: A
Ter: 1
Sun 14 Vacant.
Any one who can put an activity on this weekend please contact John.		 John
0419 275 313		 Dist:
Ter:
Sun 21 Easter Sunday.
Vacant.
Any one who can put an activity on this weekend please contact John.		 John
0419 275 313		 Dist:
Ter:
Fri 26 Winter Activities Program.
Deadline today if you wish to lead an activity. Please consider contributing. Contact John.		 John
0419 275 313		  
Sun 28 Garrawarra Farm to Garie Beach, RNP.
Interesting walk in the Royal National Park. Garrawarra Ridge Trail - Coastal Track - Burning Palms - Era - Garie Beach. Several hilly points to go over, steep sections, lots of steps, some boardwalks and bush tracks. Walk past unique cabin communities. Short car shuffle. Bring NPWS Pass if you have one.		 Michael
0411 234 217		 Dist: D
Ter: 2,3

May 2019

Date Activity Description Contact Details Grading
Sun 5 Pyrmont Bay to Wentworth Park.
A 10km walk mostly on footpaths with some stairs & 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 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		 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.
Up to Oxley Mew, Jellore and Mittagong lookouts. Then down to return on Gib West trail.		 Kevin
02 4628 6974		 Dist: B
Ter: 2
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.		 Rosslyn
02 9618 3964		 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



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
June 2 Circling and Summiting Mt Kembla Natalie  
June 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  
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