Walking Mates Australia

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EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBER
0412 987 698 (Paul)

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Attendees further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by their own negligence while a participant on the Event.****

RSVP - no shows & late arrivals: If you are on the "Going" list and can't make it on the day please RSVP "Not Going" at the earliest convenience as a courtesy so to allow others to join who might be on the "Waitlist".
We aim to set-off for each walk at the advertised time and as a general rule, we set off on-time for each walk.

Join us for a picnic after we complete this picturesque walk through the Churchman's Brook valley amongst the substantial eucalyptus forest.
Located in the beautiful hills of Rolleystone we set off from the picnic area, cross the dam and up a steep climb along Westoe's. We reach the top of the valley and walk the crest for a while before we descend a steep and windy track to where the brook converges with the Canning River. By now we are on the Echidna Walk and we slowly make our way up the other side of the valley. A steep dirt road takes us back to the picnic area.
At the right time of the year the creek is flowing and the wildflowers are in full bloom.
We will be walking in mild temperatures from 11°C to 17°C with hopefully sunny, blue skies.
Where: MeetUp at the Churchman's Brook Dam carpark. Click on the map and your GPS will take you to the exact starting point.
Parking: Parking at the MeetUp point.
Difficulty: 12km and 443m elevation gain. This is a fairly challenging walk up through the valley. This walk should only be attempted by regular hikers, if you are new to hiking or recovering from injury you should not attempt this one. The path can be muddy after rain.
Toilets: 3 at the dam.
What to bring: Hat, 1.5L water and wet weather gear just in case. Poles and proper hiking shoes are recommended.
Picnic after the walk: Prepare a tasty morsel for your picnic the night before. There are BBQs to toast that wonderful sandwich. A hot beverage or nice cold drinks later.
All trails maps: Churchman's Brook loop via Westero's & Echidna (12km)
Fun Facts:

1. Churchman Brook was named after local pioneer, Captain Charles Blisset Churchman who was granted 5559 acres in the upper Canning area in 1830.
2. Remains of an old disused airstrip was built in the early 1960s and used for aerial top dressing and seeding of the surrounding hill slopes.
3. The rock wall is a popular climbing site. Folklore has it that the district’s famous bush ranger, Moondyne Joe, camped here in a cave.
4. Churchman Brook Dam was completed in 1928. Construction of the Dam was a great engineering feat for its time. At its widest, the base of the dam wall is 140 metres in length and rises 26 metres above its foundation.

RSVP - no shows & late arrivals: If you are on the "Going" list and can't make it on the day please RSVP "Not Going" at the earliest convenience as a courtesy so as to allow others to join who might be on the "Waitlist".
We aim to set-off for each walk at the advertised time and as a general rule, we set off on-time for each walk.
IMPORTANT
By confirming your attendance attendees agree to "WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY" the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of the Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, even if caused by negligence, in any way connected with Walking Mates Australia.
Attendees further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by their own negligence while a participant on the Event.

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9.45am
Meet in front of Aspects, Kings Park.

10am - 12.30pm
Enjoy a walk in Kings Park before making our way to Northbridge - Approx 10kms. Rain or shine. Thank you, Eugène, for leading the walk.

12.30pm - 1.30pm
Grab a bite to eat in Northbridge; the Old Shanghai Food Court may be a good option for our group. Or do your on thing. Up to you.

1.45pm
Meet at the Perth State Theatre, Northbridge.

SCREENING starts at 2pm, ends 5pm
There will be an interval.

AFTER SCREENING
Happy to have a drink afterwards and then walk back to Kings Park (where most would have parked their car).

GROUP BOOKING
I have secured a group booking, meaning a discounted price (there is no concession) of $34 (incl. booking fee) per person - NOT refundable.

So, what do you think, would you like to join me?

Any queries, please message me directly via Meetup Messaging.

Pascale

RSVP
No shows & late arrivals: If you are on the "Going" list and can't make it on the day please RSVP "Not Going" at the earliest convenience as a courtesy so to allow others to join who might be on the "Waitlist".
We aim to set-off for each walk at the advertised time and as a general rule, we set off on-time for each walk.

IMPORTANT
By confirming your attendance attendees agree to "WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY" the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of the Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, even if caused by negligence, in any way connected with Walking Mates Australia.
Attendees further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by their own negligence while a participant in the Event.