Melbourne Bicycle Touring Club

If you're a MBTC financial member you're welcome!
An easy, if somewhat, long ride skirting some creeks & rivers in central Victoria.
First day: 40.0 ks; second day: 80 ks. (no major climbs)
We'll take the 7.40 am train to Swan Hill arriving at 12.24 pm, we'll go for a coffee/early lunch and buy provisions before we set off to Mystic Park, right in front of Lake Boga, for luxury glamping accommodation: https://kangaroolakehotelmotelaccommodation.com.au/
Overnight accomodation fee is $ 189.00 so we'll divide this amount equally between the riding group. They provide 6 double beds bunks.
The next day, we'll have an early breakfast and make some food to carry for the day, although Merribit has a general store that closes at 2.00 pm, further down there is another possibility to get food at Koondrook/Barham towns.
We'll be following the N S W/ Victoria border (along Murray River) as close as possible.
We need to get to Kerang, on the second day, before 5.20 pm as this is the last train to Melbourne, arriving at 9.15 pm
Check route here (give or take a couple of wrong turns): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53048568
The route is 70 % paved, so there is some gravel to contend with.
So bring your in good condition bike, we suggest 32+ mm tires, also bring warm clothing as temperatures could be low.
We'll keep a steady pace, stopping often to regroup.
No one left behind policy applies, but you need to keep yourself properly fueled and hydrated through the ride.

RIDE REGISTRATION FORM
This is to be completed when you RSVP and can be found at:
www.mbtc.org.au/registration-forms-rider.

ESSENTIAL ITEMS
Functioning front & tail light, spare tube and a puncture kit
MYKI card, ATM card/cash, basic tools, rain gear, etc.
Suncream; sunglasses; lip balm; hat brim; etc.
Plenty of water, food, grains and fruit.

Check your app for any changes the day before a the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
If you can not make it to the ride, please change your RSVP to 'NO' at your earliest opportunity.

When I RSVP for this event/activity I acknowledge that the activity of bicycle riding can be dangerous and that I may suffer loss or injury or death and I agree that in consideration of my participation in any event conducted by the MBTC that I will absolve from liability the MBTC, its officers, and any event organiser from all claims, demands, or suits whether for personal injury or property loss suffered whether by negligence or breach of contract or otherwise, save for any right I may have pursuant to the Australian Consumer law. I acknowledge that photos may be taken of me during MBTC rides and social events, and that it is club practice that these photos will be published on Meetup, Facebook, and the club website. I will notify the ride leader and other riders if I wish to not be photographed. MBTC cannot guarantee that my photo will not be published and will promptly honour requests to be removed from MBTC controlled sites.

This is a 2-3 day ride and walking tour . We be staying at Polana Camp near Healsville Sanctuary.

"Polana" Camp, is a historic camp set up by post WWII polish migrants, within 4.1 hectares of a native bushland. Located at Badger Creek, it is just 3km away from Healesville town centre with a number of unique cafes and restaurants, supermarkets and more. It is also a walking distance (1.5 km) from the famous Healesville Wildlife Sanctuary. There are a number of tourist's attractions in close proximity and a short drive to the Victoria Yarra Valley wine region with tens of wineries having open cellar doors for visitors.
The camp is known for its rich bird life. Very often a laughing kookaburra can be heard, and a number of parrot species would come to the ground (eg. Rosellas, King and Cockies incl the black ones), that are friendly enough to seat on your shoulder or hand for feeding (the camp staff can provide seeds on request).The forest is still a large part of the camp, with a native Australian bushwalking track throughout the property if one would like to explore.
Leaving 11:00 from Lillydale Station via the rail trail to Woori Yallock
then on back roads to the Polana Camp.

The first day will be easy ride around 40km. Arrive at the camp around
3.00 pm . Then can do a walk around the property .

Second day ride to Maroondah Dam for a view then on to Yarra Glen for lunch then returning back to Polana.

Third day. Into Healsville for late Breakfast at Beechworth Bakery then onto Lilydale Station.

Saturday's Route: Saturdays
Sunday's Route: Sunday Route
Monday's Route : Polona to Lilydale

You will need.
A sleeping bag, pillow case as there are bunks, You can also pitch a tent.
Insect repellent.
Walking Shoes.
Spare tube,repair kit,water
There is plenty for food options in Healsville and Yarra Glen .
Saturday night there will be a late night BBQ as its a tradition at this camp .

Cost: $90.00 for the weekend. Payment David Kuttner CBA bsb 067167
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It's your responsibility to check the temperature and distance for the day and carry an appropriate amount of water. When riding outside suburbia remember that carrying too much water is better than not enough as the distances between water availability may vary greatly from the planned route due to road closures or other unforeseen circumstances.
Check Meetup for any changes the day before the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
If you cannot make it to the ride please change your RSVP to 'NO' at least one day before the ride day.
This ride is for MBTC club members, or those who have not yet done 3 days riding with us. To join our club check out https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership
The MBTC Refund & Cancellation Policy can be found here
When I RSVP for this event/activity I acknowledge that the activity of bicycle riding can be dangerous and that I may suffer loss or injury or death and I agree that in consideration of my participation in any event conducted by the MBTC that I will absolve from liability the MBTC, its officers, and any event organizer from all claims, demands, or suits whether for personal injury or property loss suffered whether by negligence or breach of contract or otherwise, save for any right I may have pursuant to the Australian Consumer law. I acknowledge that photos may be taken of me during MBTC rides and social events, and that it is club practice that these photos will be published on Meetup, Facebook, and the club website. I will notify the ride leader and other riders if I wish to not be photographed. MBTC cannot guarantee that my photo will not be published and will promptly honour requests to be removed from MBTC controlled sites.

Portarlington, Queenscliff, Bellarine Trail to Sth Geelong Station.
We will depart Docklands on the 9.30 ferry arriving Portarlington 10.40 am.
We will follow the coast to St Leonards then Queenscliff for lunch.
Return will be ack along the Bellarine Rail Trail to South Geelong Station for the train home. Subject to weather on the day we may choose to spend some more time in Queenscliff and ride to South Geelong later and get some dinner before a late train home.
Details regarding the booking of a ferry ticket to follow.

The ride from Portarlington can be viewed on RwGPS HERE.

Open to MBTC members and visitors that have not completed three previous rides with the club.
If visitors like what they see they can join our club for an annual fee of $25, you can join here:
http://www.mbtc.org.au/membership/
RIDE REGISTRATION FORM
This is to be completed by the day before the ride and can be found at:
www.mbtc.org.au/registration-forms-rider.
preferably when you RSVP.

ESSENTIAL ITEMS

• Functioning tail light,
• Spare tube and a puncture kit
• MYKI card, ATM card/cash,
• Basic tools, rain gear,
• Food/snacks, etc.
• Suncream; sunglasses; lip balm; hat brim; etc.
• Bathers & towel if you want a quick swim at Queenscliff
• Plenty of water.

Check your app for any changes the day before a the ride, as the ride may be cancelled in the event of extreme weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
If you cannot make it to the ride please change your RSVP to 'NO' at least one day before the ride day.

This ride is for MBTC club members, or those who have not yet done 3 days riding with us. To join our club check out https://www.mbtc.org.au/membership

When I RSVP for this event/activity I acknowledge that the activity of bicycle riding can be dangerous and that I may suffer loss or injury or death and I agree that in consideration of my participation in any event conducted by the MBTC that I will absolve from liability the MBTC, its officers, and any event organiser from all claims, demands, or suits whether for personal injury or property loss suffered whether by negligence or breach of contract or otherwise, save for any right I may have pursuant to the Australian Consumer law. I acknowledge that photos may be taken of me during MBTC rides and social events, and that it is club practice that these photos will be published on Meetup, Facebook, and the club website. I will notify the ride leader and other riders if I wish to not be photographed. MBTC cannot guarantee that my photo will not be published and will promptly honour requests to be removed from MBTC controlled sites.