We will be walking through the Reef Hills. The area covered will depend on the wildflowers. We will leave Benalla at 10am.
Vaughan
|
|
|
A fine sunny day saw five walkers complete the 4.1 km circuit starting from Wenham’s Camp in the Warby Ranges. As usual, we started by having morning tea at a picnic table, then taking the northern arm of the Friends' track, we found a great display of wildflowers. There was also a “bush shanty” which had been constructed by some energetic people beside this track. The track followed the creek (which leads to Brian’s falls) for a short way before heading north to a ridge. We took the left fork at a track junction and headed south. This track follows another ridge which gives a good view of Wangaratta, and we had lunch on a bare granite outcrop surrounded by Spur-wing wattles in full bloom. We were trying to find a grass tree that was flowering on the way back to Wenham’s, but only saw one as we drove out! It was such a great day that we were wondering how we could get some more walkers in the future. The walks are not hard, a change from walking round the lake. Easy Walk - Wednesday November 1
We will be walking through the Reef Hills. The area covered will depend on the wildflowers. We will leave Benalla at 10am. Vaughan Comments are closed.
|
About Easy BushwalkingThis is a group for those who have enjoyed 'Serious Bushwalking' in the past who now need to moderate their walks, but any member of U3A is welcome to join.
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, the group has enjoyed many memorable times exploring our local area. Meeting on the first Wednesday of each month, the walks are limited to 8kms, generally on well-defined tracks, occasionally with a short easy climb. The day's 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. Ride sharing is usually available at a small cost: $5 or $10. ConvenorBev Thornell
0447 193 244 Meeting times1st Wednesday of the month from March.
The meeting place is the car park behind the Benalla Seniors and Community Centre building in Fawckner Drive.. Meeting times vary, according to the distance driven, but usually between 8.30 am to depart at 9.15 am, depending on distances covered, Please note - *It is important to notify the Convenor of attendees at least three days prior to the day: *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. Previous ConvenorJulie McNeill
Thank you, Julie, for co-convening Easy Walks with Glen Chesselss in 2021-2; then convening the group in 2023-4.
Categories
All
Archives
January 2026
|
|
U3A Benalla Flier 2026
Membership Application/Renewal Semester 1 Program Guide 2026 Semester 1 Timetable with Dates 2026 Developed and maintained by members, this website showcases U3A Benalla
|
Photographs - U3A members; Benalla Art Gallery website; Weebly 'Free' images;Travel Victoria and State Library of Victoria
|