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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 gchess@hotmail.com.   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 gchess@hotmail.com. 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 Easy Walks

    Easy Walks are aimed at maintaining fitness by introducing people to bushwalking and giving previous bushwalkers the opportunity to continue bushwalking on shorter, easier and well defined 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 & be able to carry a backpack containing snack, lunch, adequate water, water-proof jacket, and personal items. Members are asked to notify walk leaders of
    attendance at least 3 days prior to the walk to enable carpooling,travel costs, and other arrangements. 

    Convenors and contact details

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    Julie McNeill 0407 832 031 
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    Glen Chessells 0431 201 077  

    Meeting times

    1st Wednesday - 9:00/10:00 start - All Day - from March
    Easy Walks are held on the first Wednesday of the month 
    recommenc-ing in March 2022 and leave from the carpark behind the Seniors Complex (U3A), Fawckner Drive, Benalla.  Meeting times are usually around 9-10am depending on the season and weather conditions or as deter-mined by the walk leader.  Check the monthly U3A Newsletter and confirm any details with the walk leader.

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