On voting day (Victoria State Election), Karen led a very pleasant walk in the local bushland, fresh after long awaited rain. 14 eager walkers completed a circular walk in the Warbies, accompanied by a fresh breeze.
After recent precipitation, the everlastings were abundant, and to our delight many grass trees were flowering.
The group came across a few kangaroos, and there was ample evidence of animals digging, and droppings, along the way.
We also shared the track with several other bushwalkers, and a few mountain bike riders taking advantage of the mild conditions.
From Wenham’s Camp area, The Friends Loop was followed, with a detour to Kwat Kwat Lookout for morning tea.
Then we turned into Alpine Views Track, with some attractive rock shelves and gullie,s and not surprisingly more great views over Wangaratta and the plains.
Salisbury Track saw us climbing to Mt Warby en route back to the Wenham’s Camp, and our ever so welcome afternoon cuppa and biscuits
Coming Events
Saturday, 1st December
Og, Gog and Magog then Eagle Point, Mt Buffalo
Contact Lesley, 0439 77 66 87 for the day walk, which will be a medium loop walk of approx 10kms to Og, Gog and Magog, then onto Eagle Point. Mostly walking on bush tracks in undulating terrain, with rock and ladder climbing. Fantastic views.
Saturday, 1st December and Sunday, 2nd December
Rocky Creek Camp, Mt Buffalo
Contact Cecily, 0490 024 471 for the overnight backpacking walk/camping weekend at Mt Buffalo’s Rocky Creek Camp.
Approx. 6.5km from the Reservoir Picnic Area to the camp ground, along a management vehicle track. The campground has unpowered sites and pit toilets. Fuel stoves only. From the campsite visit Mollison’s Galleries, Eagle Point and Og Gog and Magog via bush tracks. Return walk on Sunday.
A great opportunity to try out the overnight backpacking gear (and legs) on a short walk. We will not be in a hurry, but will be enjoying the experience – come sleep under the stars with us!!
Book early to secure the campsite; five sites, limited to 2 persons per site. Approx. $10 – $13 per person per night, subject to numbers.