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April - Jamieson Autumn Walk

6/4/2024

 
​April report: Jamieson
 
With fine weather and the promise of some pleasant exploring, fourteen walkers assembled at Jamieson and set off along the river walk. While the autumn colours were not quite as blazing as expected, there were enough for our photographers to capture the day, and for the group to enjoy just under 5kms of rambling around this historic town-followed by a welcome coffee.
Thank you to Andi and James for some great photos, and to the group for managing the day while I convalesced at home.
 
Wednesday 1st May: Winton Wetlands Orienteering
 
The planned Cherry walk at Bright has had to be delayed, and Bev has offered instead to take us orienteering at the Wetlands, an activity previously done with Benalla Bushwalking Club, and which promises an interesting angle on getting our walk for the morning. We will then enjoy lunch at the Hub cafe, with the chance of a bit more wandering afterwards.
 
Meet at the Seniors’ carpark, Fawckner Dve to leave at 9.30am. I will need confirmation for lunch by Sunday 28/4 - text, email or phone message on 0407823031 or [email protected]. Car sharing is available for a small contribution.
 
Wednesday 5th June: Goulburn River and Shepparton Botanic Gardens
 
This will be the walk previously planned for March, walking along the Goulburn and picnicking at the interesting Botanic Gardens, which offer shorter walks and views across the Goulburn Valley.

Meet, with confirmation to Julie--as above-- to leave at 9.30am.


​Julie McNeill

May report - Jamieson

24/5/2022

 
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After a lovely drive through rolling hills and blue skies, we arrived in the lovely little town of Jamieson.  Our first walk was the Island Walk, where. at the foot of the island, the Jamieson and Goulburn rivers come together before flowing into Lake Eildon.  Once owned by Jamieson’s first doctor, the island later became overgrown with blackberries, but the local community cleared it and planted many native trees.

After lunch in the picnic ground, we began the River Walk, following the Jamieson river through a caravan park and past swimming holes, picnic spots and lovely large autumn toned trees. Crossing Brewery Bridge, so called for the Goulburn Brewery - 1864 - which was located nearby, we walked through the town with its historic buildings and information boards.

Thanks to Wende Sturgess for leading this beautiful walk and for her detailed planning.

Glen Chessells

Photo Gallery - May - 'Jamieson in Autumn'

11/5/2022

 
"Today's U3A Easy Walk was a lovely, leisurely late Autumn stroll beside the Goulburn and Jamieson Rivers, followed by an interesting walking tour of the streets and historic cottages (most now Home Stays) of the little town of Jamieson. During lunch beside the River we were serenaded by the hard working Leaf Blowers of the Mansfield Council. We suspected the imminent cool change would undo all their diligent work. A coffee stop at Mansfield Coffee Merchant on the way home was a fitting end to an enjoyable outing in a picturesque region not far (100kms) from home."   Bev Thornell, Facebook post, 5 May 2022.
Thank you so much to Andi Stevenson and Bev Thornell for the beautiful photographs!  You can check out these photos and more about the day on our Facebook page.

April - Cremona Bridge; coming up - Jamieson, then Shepparton

25/4/2022

 
April - Cremona Bridge
 
With the threatened rain holding off, seventeen walkers set out from the former Cathkin Railway Station for the much anticipated Cremona Bridge. This is an early design of Sir John Monash, and there was much discussion of the history and construction-thank you, Andi, for providing us with newspaper articles and other documents from Trove!

Enjoying morning tea and a lovely view over the Goulburn at the bridge, we then returned to Yarck for lunch. The vanilla slices of the Giddy Goat cafe were especially popular.

All up, a pleasant walk of approx 6 kms, which some of us extended after lunch by a walk to the old Yarck goods siding. Thanks to Andi and to Bev for photos (see previous post), and to Andi for some excellent research!
 
Wednesday May 4th:  Jamieson
 
For this walk, Wende will be sharing her knowledge of the Jamieson and Goulburn river environs.  Walking approx 8km total,lunch will be byo picnic, although the general store may have some takeaway.

We will be ready to leave the Seniors’ carpark, Fawckner Dve, by 9am. Please confirm with Glenys by Monday 2nd May on 0431 or [email protected].   Remember to bring lunch if needed,snacks, a drink and comfortable shoes.
 
Wednesday 1st June: Victoria Lake to Shepparton Botanic Gardens

We have previously explored the amazing Botanic Gardens, but on this walk, with the opening of the suspension bridge, we can walk from Victoria Lake to the gardens.  A total of approx 8kms, we will again leave the Seniors’ carpark at 9am.  Please confirm with Glen by May 30th.

Car sharing for all walks is usually available, with a small contribution.


Julie McNeill

Coming up - Cremona Bridge & Yarck; Jamieson

25/3/2022

 
Wednesday April 6th: Cremona Bridge and Yarck
 
We meet at 9am at the Seniors’ carpark, Fawckner  Dve ,for this walk, which has the Sir John Monash designed bridge as its destination, and an interesting local history. With a rest stop at Yarck, we go on to Cathkin station, walking from there to the bridge for morning tea,where Andi has arranged access to a picnic area on the Goulburn.

Lunch will be at Yarck Recreation Reserve, with both the Giddy Goat cafe and the bakery close by, or byo picnic. Total distance for the morning will be approx 6.5km with additional walks after lunch from the Reserve.

Please confirm with Glen by April 4th on 04311201077 or [email protected]. Remember to bring lunch if needed, snacks, a drink and comfortable shoes.
 
Wednesday May 4th Jamieson
 
Wende will be leading this walk exploring the Jamieson and Goulburn river environs at Jamieson. Walking approx 8kms, lunch will be byo picnic, although the general store may have some takeaway. We will again be ready to leave the Seniors’ carpark by 9am. Please confirm with Glen as above by May 2nd.
 
Car sharing is usually available for all walks, with a small contribution. 


​Julie McNeill

    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 times

    1st 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 2025

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    Bev Thornell 
    ​0447 193 244

    Retiring Convenor 

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    Julie 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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