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The Friends Track, Warby Ranges Walk was postponed due to the BOM weather forecast, the risk of a member slipping on wet rocks or a person floating down the creek that forms Brien’s Gorge and Waterfall!! If members wish, I am happy to reschedule this walk on a fine day. The attached photos were taken on a previous walk. Margaret Walshe Photographs - Wildflowers - Friends Track; Kwat Kwat Lookout; Time for a snack
Margaret Walshe Wednesday 7 October - Warby-Ovens National Park: Friends Track With the lifting of some of the COVID-19 restrictions, walks will recommence on Wednesday, 7 October 2020 whilst adhering to the appropriate COVID-19 protocols. We will walk along part of the changing landscape of The Friends Track, passing by spectacular spring wildflowers; a stand of iconic Grass Trees (Xanthorrhoea) and through forested granite hills. This track is undulating; rocky in parts and could be wet; therefore, sturdy footwear and walking poles/stick (for some members) would be appropriate. Distance 5 - 6 kms, slow walking at times as there is a lot to see. Currently, COVID-Safe regulation allow 10 people at outdoor activities; we will take two groups of 10 (maximum 20 members). BYO lunch and chair or groundsheet. Participants, please contact Margaret Walshe Ph: 0427005202 or mwalshe20@gmail.com by Monday, 5 October 2020. Meet at the Seniors/U3A car park, Fawkner Drive, Benalla, 9.45am for 10am departure. For further information on this nearby interesting area, Safari/Google, Warby- Ovens National Park. Margaret Walshe  Wednesday 21 October: Eldorado – from the historic dredge to town and more On Wednesday 21st October it is proposed to conduct a walk in El Dorado, weather and COVID restrictions permitting. It is proposed to walk from the old historic dredge to the main part of the town near the museum. It may be possible to organise a lunch for the group at Victoria’s smallest pub before completing nearby Reid’s walk to the swing bridge. Please meet behind the Senior Citizen’s centre at 9.30am. I f any of these plans change, we will contact you before the day. On the day group numbers could still be limited to 10 but we may be able to organise two groups. Please notify me on 0403226649 or wendes47@bigpond.com if you wish to come. Wendy Sturgess Wednesday 4 November: Myrtleford - Ovens River Scenic Trail; Myrtleford Historic Walk and the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail.
Myrtleford, nestled in the Ovens Valley with Mt Buffalo providing a dramatic backdrop, offers many interesting places to visit. Julie McNeill will take us on these diverse walks with something of interest to all walkers and abilities. The Ovens River Trail, also known as Myrtleford’s Mosaic Trail, is a treasure cove of hidden art! This sealed path closely follows the Ovens River between Rotary and Apex Parks, passes through native bush and crosses the river twice. The Township Walk of Discovery, highlights the significant historical aspect of Myrtleford’s fascinating life ... settlement, war and industries. The Murray to Mountain Rail Trail - an opportunity to walk a section of this 95km trail that goes through the town! We will be observing the relevant COVID-19 Protocols. Participants please contact Margaret Walshe Ph: 57623906/0427005202 or mwalshe20@gmail.com by Monday, 2 November 2020. Meet at the Seniors/ U3A car park, Fawkner Drive, Benalla, 9.15am for 9.30am departure. Margaret Walshe Photographs: Wendy Sturgess The final interim Easy Walk was attended by 7 energetic walkers on Wednesday 5 August 2020. We walked from the truck stop on Old Sydney Road to the Yarrawonga Road near the DK Henderson factory then returned--a distance of approximately 7 kms. This area is full of bird life and native bushes and has been well regenerated to preserve the creek banks which have significant erosion. The wattle is just coming into its full glory. Part of the route followed the railway line and also went past the concrete cast plant. This is the trail which connects Benalla to the Winton dam wall and then onto the Mokoan Hub. We were lucky that despite a very cold start to the day and an earlier cool wind, it was pleasant enough for the walk. As a result of the tightening of the COVID-19 restrictions from 6 August, this will be the last Easy Walk until possibly mid-September. Please keep up to date on the website for notification of the next walk when restrictions ease. Wendy Sturgess  Photograph: Andi Stevenson
It's on! Wednesday 5 August 2020 - Winton Wetlands #2
We just made it before the Stage 3 restrictions are introduced! On Wednesday, 5 August ‘20 (1st Wednesday) the plan is to walk another part of the Winton Wetlands Trail, this time from Benalla out to the Yarrawonga Road. Meet at Seniors/U3A carpark 9.45am for departure at 10.00 am. As mentioned in the July newsletter, members were asked to notify Wendy Sturgess on 0403226649 or to email her on wendes47@bigpond.com no later than Friday 31 July if they plan to attend as there will be a limit on numbers. To be rescheduled! Reef Hills Walk The Reef Hills walk proposed for Wednesday 19 August will be rescheduled to adhere to Stage 3 Covid-19 restrictions applying from Thursday 6 August. Reef Hills, part of the gold rush era, was worked for reef and alluvial gold and proclaimed a State Park in 2002. Hopefully COVID-19 will allow us to visit this area later in Spring to enjoy the wildflowers. Please keep an eye on emails, the newsletter and the website for updates. Margaret Walshe ph: 5762 3906/ 0427005202 or mwalshe20@gmail.com . Margaret Walshe and Wendy Sturgess  Easy Walks has developed into three interchangeable groups ... the Gentle Amblers; the Medium Pacers and the Brisk Walkers, titles for this report! This meets the varying abilities and the interests of members plus the current COVID19 distance regulations. On a sunny winter’s morning on Wednesday 29 July, 15 members,walked varying distances, with the Medium Pacers and Brisk Walkers walking on the track from the Dam Wall to and around The Hub at Winton Wetlands. The Gentle Amblers walked along part of the track and the woodland area by The Hub. All walkers experienced the striking, stark landscape, history of the area and the Wetlands ecosystem. Lunch was BYO or Takeaway from the Hub Cafe; Manager, Samantha, provided individually packaged delicious hot meals enjoyed by the Boat Ramp observing social distance protocols. Thank you to the leaders, Wendy, Lyn and Glen and to members who contribute in many ways. Suggestions invited for the name of our present U3A title, Easy Walks and the 3 walking groups? Margaret Walshe Photographs: Andi Stevenson and Wendy Sturgess
‘A day out of the box’ greeted 13 walkers who travelled to the township of Dookie on July 15th to walk the 4 km rail trail walk from the township towards Katandra. The beautiful sunny day highlighted the healthy crops, the pretty township and it’s historic church on the hill. Two separate groups followed the trail with its explanatory sign boards. The first group completed 3.5 kms of the trail, then returned via Saddleback Road which allowed closer viewing of St Mary’s Church on the hill behind the town. Photographs: Andi Stevenson, Wendy Sturgess The second group (or 'Gentle Amblers') completed a shorter stage of the trail, then returned back the way they had come. Each group then had a leisurely lunch in the large picnic area in the centre of the town. This park features a tall clock with interesting history and one of Shepparton’s Mooving Art cows. Nearby is the Remembrance Day tree. Dookie sits nicely between Mt Saddleback and Mt Major both of which provide more walking trails. Some people visited the nearby shop and the metal works business before everyone headed home after a very pleasant and enjoyable day.” Wendy Sturgess Photographs: Meg Dillon, Fujii Kyohei, Andi Stevenson, Wendy Sturgess, Marg Walshe "It is wonderful to have so many people contributing to these walks by taking photos, offering to take small groups and assisting in so many ways ... a team effort." Marg Walshe Helen Malone, prepared a very interesting and diverse morning walk in early July for 17 happy members in three separate groups. Then, in the early afternoon, Helen arranged the opening of the Museum and a walk around the Southern Aurora Memorial Garden. In total, a walk of just under 8 km walk recorded by Andi Stevenson GPS. The Honeysuckle Creek Walking Track Loop meanders along both sides of the Creek, with signage and monuments describing historic and past events. The associated features - seating, footbridges, signs and landscaping are a Violet Town community initiative. Over 80 species of birds have been identified including the locally endangered Grey Crowned Babbler, The observant members discovered two Grey Crowned Babbler nests in a tree along the creek and a resident excitedly showed us a nest in her garden. Shadforth Reserve gave us another taste of nature; once an 18 hole golf course, cricket field and a one mile horse training circuit, now also popular with walkers. The areas of remnant indigenous plants are complimented by the Community Forest with initial plantings in 2007 within the racetrack providing habitat for birdlife including the endangered Grey Crowned Babbler. Following a BYO lunch, Helen walked us through the productive and colourful Mary’s Community Garden to the Museum, once a blacksmith, hardware supplies and an undertaker business. We appreciate Brian and John opening the building for our visit and for sharing their extensive knowledge from Major Thomas Mitchell camping by the creek in 1836 to the present day plus the displays. The nearby Southern Aurora Memorial Garden was a poignant reminder of this train disaster on 7 February 1969. In true country spirit, local people flocked to the scene to help and support the nine who died and over one hundred passengers and crew injured. Thank you to Wendy Sturgess for taking a group on a shorter walk. U3A Easy Walkers appreciate the effort by Helen Malone in providing our fellow members with a very informative and varied outing to Violet Town on a pleasant winter’s day. Margaret Walshe Photographs: Wendy Sturgess, Andi Stevenson, Margaret Walshe
Wednesday, 1 July 2020 - Violet Town
Helen Malone is preparing an interesting walk along the Honeysuckle Creek Walking Track and the Heritage Trail around the oldest surveyed inland town in Victoria followed by BYO lunch. Please confirm your attendance by Monday, 29 June ‘20 with Margaret Walshe 57623906/0427005202 or mwalshe20@gmail.com. Meet at the carpark behind the Seniors Complex, Fawkner Drive, Benalla at 9.45am for 10am departure. Wednesday 15 July 2020 - Dookie Rail Trail On Wednesday 15th July (3rd Wednesday) we will explore the Dookie Rail Trail. Attendees need to bring their own lunch to have at the conclusion of the walk as the pub is not open for lunch on that day. Please notify Wendy Sturgess on 0403226649 (leave a message if necessary) or email wendes47@bigpond.com no later than Friday 10 July if you would like to attend as there will be a limit on numbers. Meet at the Senior/U3A Car Park at 9.45 am for a 10 am departure. Wednesday 29 July ‘20 - Winton Wetlands #1 Winton Wetlands is the largest restoration project in the Southern Hemisphere! On Wednesday 29 July (5th Wednesday) two groups will be walking from the Dam Wall to the Mokoan Hub. Lyn Hawken and Margaret Walshe will take two groups of 10, maximum 20 walkers from the Dam Wall to The Hub, distance 5½ to 6½ kms, car shuttle required. Wendy Sturgess has offered to take other walkers on a shorter walk around The Hub including The Woodland Walk. There is interpretative signage explaining the history and features of the area along the tracks. As the tracks will be wet, wear appropriate footwear, walking poles maybe applicable. For further information go to: www.wintonwetlands.org.au Lunch will be BYO or purchase a hot take-away from The Hub Cafe; further details when COVID19 Restrictions are known. Meet at Seniors/U3A carpark 9.45am for departure at 10am. Participants please contact Margaret Walshe by Monday, 27 July ‘20 ph: 0357623906/0427005202 or mwalshe20@gmail.com Wednesday 5 July '20 - Winton Wetlands #2 On Wednesday, 5 August ‘20 (1st Wednesday) the plan is to walk another part of the Winton Wetlands Trail, this time from Benalla out to the Yarrawonga Road. Meet at Seniors/U3A carpark 9.45am for departure at 10.00 am. Please notify Wendy Sturgess on 0403226649 (leave a message if necessary) or email wendes47@bigpond.com no later than Friday 31 July if you would like to attend as there will be a limit on numbers. Wendy Sturgess and Margaret Walshe On Wednesday 17 June 2020 the first Easy Walk since the COVID lockdown was held.
Although sunny in Benalla, it was overcast and cool in Wangaratta when 16 participants walked part of the trail along One Mile Creek. Two groups were formed and they walked separately about 3.5 kms from the Scout Park at Vincent Road to just north of Rowan Street in Wangaratta West then returned to the Scout Park. It was an interesting walk with lots of birds such as Ibis and Cockatoos in particular in the wetland areas. The driveway into the Scout Park was lined with large boulders so the group was able to use them to maintain proper social distancing while having their lunch at the conclusion of the walk. These modified walks will be held fortnightly until other U3A classes resume. The next walk will be in Violet Town on Wednesday 1 July exploring the Honeysuckle Creek Walking Track. The walk on 15th July will explore the Dookie Rail Trail. Depending on Covid restrictions, it may be possible to organise a lunch to follow at the Dookie Pub so numbers attending will need to be known in advance for booking purposes. Further advice will be provided in the lead up to this walk. On 29th July it is proposed to walk a section of the trail out to the Mokoan Hub. Wendy Sturgess Welcome back to U3A Easy Walks! Following the lifting of some of the COVID 19 restrictions, Easy Walks will recommence on Wednesday, 17 June 2020 whilst adhering to the appropriate protocols. During the winter months, walks will be held on the first and third Wednesday’s of the month, close to Benalla and of shorter duration ... late morning walk followed by BYO lunch.
Wednesday 17th June 2020 - Wangaratta Our first modified Easy Walk will be held on Wednesday 17th June at Wangaratta. The walk will start at the Scout Park in Vincent Road and the group will walk along the One Mile creek trail northwards and return for a total of approximately 5-6 kms. We will meet at the car park behind the Senior Citizen’s Building at 9.45am for a 10am departure. Please bring your own lunch to have at the conclusion of the walk. Those wishing to participate are asked to contact Wendy Sturgess no later than Friday 12th June on 0403226649 (leave message if necessary). Maximum numbers will be dictated by the regulations operating on the day and there will be limited car-pooling. Wednesday, 1 July 2020 - Violet Town Helen Malone is preparing an interesting walk along the Honeysuckle Creek Walking Track and the Heritage Trail around the oldest surveyed inland town in Victoria followed by BYO lunch. Please confirm your attendance by Monday, 29 June ‘20 with Margaret Walshe 57623906/0427005202 or mwalshe20@gmail.com. Meet at the carpark behind the Seniors Complex, Fawkner Drive, Benalla at 9.45am for 10am departure. Proposed Walks Wednesday, 15 July 2020 - Dookie Rail Trail August 2020 - Winton Wetlands Walking Track Springtime 2020 - Warby-Ovens National Park Wendy and I look forward to seeing you in our great outdoors enjoying each another’s company. Do you have a walk you would like to share with our group? Speak with Wendy or Margaret. Wendy Sturgess and Margaret Walsh Our first modified Easy Walk will be held on 17th June at Wangaratta. The walk will start at the Scout Park in Vincent Road and the group will walk along the One Mile creek trail northwards and return for a total of approximately 5-6 kms.
We will meet at the car park behind the Senior Citizen’s Building at 9.45am for a 10am departure. Please bring your own lunch to have at the conclusion of the walk. Those wishing to participate are asked to contact Wendy Sturgess no later than Friday 12th June on 0403226649 ( leave message if necessary). Maximum numbers will be dictated by the regulations operating on the day and there will be limited car pooling. Wendy Sturgess Margaret Walshe  The May 2020 U3A Easy Walk was scheduled to take us to the historic town of Beechworth that dates back to Victoria’s gold rush era.
The town offers many nationally significant buildings, magnificent old avenues and a large number of parks and gardens. Plantings of the trees began in the 1860’s, many are protected by heritage regulations. The morning walk would have taken us through this area of the town; the Chinese Gardens and by Lake Sambell, originally the site of The Rocky Mountain Mining site. The afternoon walk plan was to explore the various walks around the precinct of Mayday Hills, a decommissioned State Lunatic Asylum. The main building, which dates back to 1867, has been declared architecturally significant by the Heritage Trust of Victoria as a fine example of Italianate-style; many of the 67 other original buildings remain. The gardens cover an area of 27 acres, planted in the late 19th century as a botanical setting of exotic trees and shrubs donated by the Royal Botanical Gardens in Melbourne. The National Trust (Victoria) has classified over 200 Mayday Hills’ trees as significant. The return drive would have been through part of the rugged Beechworth Historic Park along the scenic Gorge Rd overlooking Beechworth. If you are interested in further information on the History of Beechworth, Walks, Mayday Hills, go to explorebeechworth.com.au then click on menu for sub-headings. If your interest is in the names of the Mayday Hills’ 200 trees classified by the National Trust (Victoria) go to explorebeechworth.com.au click on menu, click on Beechworth Treescape then download Treescape brochure. Gone Missing: A CD of “Wildflowers in the Reef Hills, Benalla” by Vaughan Cowan; contains around 90 wildflowers recorded by Vaughan and Marion Cowan over the decades. If you find this CD, it would be appreciated if you could please return it to Margaret Walshe when convenient. Wendy Sturgess Margaret Walshe On Wednesday 18 March, Benalla U3A asked Convenors to make a decision on future programs. U3A Easy Walks Convenors, Wendy Sturgess and Margaret Walshe have decided to postpone scheduled Easy Walks due to the COVID 19 Pandemic.
This is a precautionary measure as we cannot ensure we can fully comply with the recommended protocols. It has meant the postponement of two previously advertised walks– the first on April 1 along One Mile Creek, Wangaratta, the second on May 6 to see Beechworth’s Mayday Hills and Lake Sambell in autumn splendour. We hope this will be a short term situation and walks can resume on our interesting walking tracks. Take care and stay safe. Wendy Sturgess and Margaret Walshe Thursday 19 March 2020 Please note - on March 21st the Executive of the Committee of Management announced the cancellation of all courses and activities until the end of Semester 1, when the decision will be reviewed. Beechworth offers magnificent old Avenues and a large number of Parks and Gardens with plantings which began in the 1860’s, many protected by heritage regulations. The morning walk will take us through this area by the town and Lake Sambell. The afternoon walk will be around the precinct of Mayday Hills, the main building dates back to 1867. The gardens cover an area of 27 acres; they were planted in the late 19th century as a botanical setting of exotic trees and shrubs donated by the Royal Botanical Gardens in Melbourne; set against a backdrop of magnificent native trees. The National Trust (Victoria) has classified over 200 Mayday Hills trees as significant. For a list of these trees go to explore beechworth/treescape
Wendy Sturgess and Margaret Walshe Fifteen intrepid walkers arrived in light rain at the Yarrawonga Weir on 4 March to walk over the Weir then downstream of the Murray River to Gorman Park NSW. We heard and sighted numerous water and land birds; several curious kangaroos and the marvelled at the spectacular bark on the ancient gum trees. As steady rain had set in, we lunched under cover by Lake Mulwala and made the unanimous decision to cancel the afternoon walk due to inclement weather. Not to be deterred, we proceeded to Rich Glen Cafe for coffee and cake plus the purchased of olive oil and other products. Not entirely a day we had planned but we all welcomed the substantial rain. Margaret Walshe Photographs: Wendy Sturgess and Margaret Walshe
Coming up on Wednesday 1st April, the group will walk the One Mile Creek Trail from the City of Wangaratta towards the King Valley. The walk will start at the Scout Park in Vincent Road and follow the One Mile Creek towards the King Valley for 6 to 8 kilometres. Meet at 10 am in the Seniors Community Centre Car Park.
For further information, contact Wendy Sturgess on 0403226649 . Please let Wendy know at least three days beforehand (29 March) if you will be attending. Wendy Sturgess Wednesday 4 March 2020, Murray River, Mulwala & Yarrawonga
The proposed trip to Bright & Mt Buffalo has been postponed due to the bushfires. The March walk will now be along the Murray River downstream of the Yarrawonga Weir. The walking trails will take us into typical red gum forests with shady statuesque trees along the mighty Murray River. Please confirm your attendance by Monday, 2 March with Margaret Walshe, 57623906/0427 005 202 or mwalshe20@gmail.com Meet at the Seniors Complex, Fawckner Drive carpark at 9.00 am. If new members are unsure of their ability for these walks, please check with the Convenors. There will be an opportunity for a car shuttle on this first walk of the year. In case of an emergency, please add phone numbers of Convenors to your mobile phone contacts: Wendy Sturgess 0403 226 649; Margaret Walshe 0427 005 202 Convenors: Wendy Sturgess and Margaret Walshe The last walk for 2019 was a leisurely stroll along part of the Benalla Walking Track followed by a delicious shared morning tea and a discussion on proposed walks for next year. Convenors, Wendy and Margaret wish members a Healthy and Happy 2020 and we look forward to seeing you on a walking track in March 2020. Watch this space for the program commencing March 2020! Margaret Walshe  Photographs: Margaret Walshe Photographs: Wendy Sturgess And from Andi, some maps and GPS based data on the walk..."by my GPS, the walk was 5.9km (as good as 6) and for Chinamans Island, I clocked up 2.4km, but I did keeping going off-track... The Cumberoona took us 7.9km (so 8km)".   Images: Andi Stevenson
Twelve members plus visitor, Bill from England, walked along the Yarrawonga foreshore of Lake Mulwala to Chinaman’s Island and return on Wednesday 6th November. Interpretative signage along the route depicted Aboriginal history; Early settlement; the construction of the Yarrawonga Weir and Lake Mulwala to the present with revegetation of indigenous plants along the track. The top deck of the restored PS Cumberoona and Paddle Wheeler was the venue for a BBQ lunch and informative commentary of historic and local landmarks; the early Riverboat Trade and the significance of the Paddle Steamers on the Murray River. The day concluded with a visit to the Yarrawonga Weir, 1,992 km from the Murray River mouth. Construction of the Weir and its offtakes began in 1935 and completed in 1939, the water impounded by the Yarrawonga Weir forms Lake Mulwala. A hydroelectric generation facility and fish lift were added to the structure in 1994. A day of walking, historic facts and a cruise! Many thanks to the car owners who have generously offered to drive to our various locations during the year, you are an important cog in the group’s wheels. Margaret Walshe  Photographs: Andrea Stevenson
Photographs: Andrea Stevenson The spring wildflower walk on part of the Sunrise Track, Warby - Ovens National Park on October 2 was our challenging walk for the year. We welcomed our former Convenors, Vaughan & Marion Cowan, thanks to Vaughan for leading the walk. Marion is keen eye sighted & named some stressed indigenous plants in the parched soil due to low annual rainfall. Although steep & rugged in places, the nine intrepid walker endured these conditions ... Congratulations. The rewards were the impressive Xanthorrhoreas, some coming into flower & views east to Mt Buffalo & the mountain range. Margaret Walshe Photographs: Margaret Walshe and Wendy Sturgess
U3A Easy Walk - Wednesday, 6 November - Yarrawonga
A walk along the foreshore of Lake Mulwala to Chinaman's Island. Originally an area used by the Aborigines to hunt for food & to gather fruit & seeds from the Riverine vegetation. Later a market garden undertaken by the Chinese immigrants. The area has been rehabilitated, with walking tracks overlooking the Lake & the Murray River with interpretive signage. Following lunch we will visit the Yarrawonga Weir, completed in 1939; the largest of the 14 weirs along the Murray River downstream of the Hume Reservoir. Lunch on the PS Cumberoona: As this will be our last walk for 2019, we will lunch on the PS Cumberoona departing 12 midday for a BBQ Lunch and 1.5 hour cruise around Lake Mulwala, cost $28.00, payment on boarding at 11.45 am. NOTE: Walkers, please meet at the Seniors Complex, Fawckner Drive, Benalla carpark at 8.45 am; bring water & nibbles. People wishing to join us for lunch & cruise only, meet at the PS Cumberoona, Yarrawonga at 11.45 am. As numbers are required by the PS Cumberoona, all participants please confirm booking with Margaret Walshe, ph: 0357623906/ 0427005202 by Wednesday 30 October ‘19. U3A Benalla “Taster Time” - Come & enjoy the Mighty Murray River. Margaret Walshe A near perfect Spring day was enjoyed in the Euroa area by four enthusiastic participants on September 4th. The morning was spent at the Arboretum wandering along & off tracks. We attempting to identify & compare the numerous indigenous plants coming into bloom, some without labels! This was intercepted by frog croaks & other aquatic creatures in the ponds & waterways. The many colourful native birds chirping & feeding on the nectar rich flowers heralded in Spring. A fascinating morning discovering what nature has to offer. The afternoon was equally as interesting and varied along the northern section of the Seven Creeks Walking Track. This area encompasses the Floodplain Riparian Woodland with areas of revegetation & the creek crossing at The Rockies. We finished at the VC Memorial Park; three bronze statues representing Ted Tubb, Alex Burton & Leslie Maygar stand in pride of place, immortalising the bravery of three local area Victoria Cross recipients.
Margaret Walshe U3A Easy Walks, Wednesday, 2 October 2019 - Spring Wildflower Walk Do come & join us for a walk in the Reef Hills State Park or the Warby Range National Park to discover the local parks & enjoy the display of spring wildflowers. Participants please contact Margaret Walshe Ph: 57623906 or 0427005202 by Monday, 30 September; meet at the Seniors Complex car park, Fawckner Drive at 9.45 am. U3A Easy Walks - Wednesday, 2 October 2019 - Wildflower Walk Spring is not far away, do come & join us in the Warby National Park or the Reef Hills State Park and enjoy our local wildflowers. Participants please contact Margaret Walshe Ph: 57623906 or 0427005202 by Monday, 30 September; meet at the Seniors Complex, Fawckner Drive at 9.45 am.
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About Easy WalksEasy Walks are aimed at maintaining fitness by introducing people to bushwalking and giving previous bushwalkers the opportunity to continue on shorter and easier tracks. Walks will
be approximately 5 - 7 kms without a lot of climbing, usually within an hour’s drive of Benalla. Participants will require sturdy shoes & able to carry a backpack containing snack, lunch, adequate water, water-proof jacket & personal items. Members are asked to notify the convenors of attendance 3 days prior to the walk to enable carpooling,travel costs, and other arrangements. Meeting timesEasy Walks are held on the first Wednesday of the month recommenc-ing in March 2020 and leave from the carpark behind the Senior Complex (U3A), Fawckner Drive, Benalla.
Depending on the season and weather conditions meeting times are usually around 9 -10 am or as determined by the convenors. Please check the monthly U3A Newsletter and confirm details with the convenor. Convenors and contact details
Wendy Sturgess ph. 0403226649; Margaret Walshe ph. 0357623906; 0427005202
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