We drove to the Picnic Area for lunch before looking for wild flowers nearby. There were quite a few in the area, but the dry winter has had a dramatic negative effect.
Vaughan Cowan
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In early October five walkers enjoyed fine weather to explore the northern part of the main section of the Reef Hills. We had morning lunch at the junction of Indian’s and Johnston’s roads before heading down Indian’s road. This area had a very good display of wattles during late winter, but they were passing their best. At Tower Road, we headed up a track near the Pistol Range to return to the cars. A pleasant walk, with interesting Mine Shafts and dumped rubbish. We drove to the Picnic Area for lunch before looking for wild flowers nearby. There were quite a few in the area, but the dry winter has had a dramatic negative effect. Coming up on Wednesday November 7th - Belles Peak off the Tiger Hill road near Tatong. It is a very attractive area which we have not been to for some time. There is a short stretch of steep climb (which we will take slowly) but otherwise easy. We will leave Barkly Street car park at 9-30am. Please ring 5762 1980.
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About - 'Bushwalking - Easywalks'This is a group for those who have enjoyed 'Serious Bushwalking' in the past but who now need to moderate their walks.
It is a very social group for anyone interested in exploring the amazing tracks, trails and lookouts within an easy to medium drive from Benalla. Even though the occasional weather glitch has challenged us over the past few years, Easy Walks has enjoyed many memorable times exploring our local area. Meeting on the first Wednesday of each month, the walks are generally limited to 8kms on well-defined tracks, occasionally with a short easy climb. Our days outing can include sites of historical or botanical interest and occasionally even a Winery! Even though the walks are labelled Easy Walks, it is important that participants be able to walk at a reasonable pace and be able to keep up with the group. Sturdy shoes are essential! You will also need to carry a small daypack with lunch, drinks, hat, wet weather gear, etc as needed. Meeting times1st Wednesday of the month from March.
*Meeting times in 2025 will be 8.45 am to depart at 9.00 am, depending on distances covered, with the convenor notified of attendees three days prior to the day. We leave from the carpark behind the Seniors Complex (U3A), Fawckner Drive, Benalla. Car sharing is usually available with a small cost. Please note - Meeting times depend on the season and weather conditions or as determined by the walk leader. Check the U3A Newsletter and confirm any details with the walk leader. Convenor 2025Bev Thornell
0447 193 244 Retiring ConvenorJulie McNeill
0407 823 031 Thank you, Julie, for co-convening Easy Walks with Glen Chesselss in 2021-2; then convening the group in 2023-4.
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