Name: Bogong High Plains Weekend .
Start: 2025-11-14T06:00:00.000Z
Location: Howmans Gap Discovery Camp

Due to the large number of people on the waiting list, Im running a shortened 8km version of Anakie Gorge walk starting earlier @ 9.15am
This is an 8km hike through Anakie Gorge to Lower Stony Creek Reservoir and return. We will visit the 1st Concrete Gravity build Dam wall in Australia and the 3rd of its type in the World .

The walk is basically flat with a slight climb to the reservoir and will take approx 2 and half hours.

Lets meet at the Anakie Gorge picnic Area at 9.00 AM for a 9.15am start .

There are drop toilets near the car park meeting spot. Also drop toilets at Stony Creek Campground during the hike.

I will organize lunch at The Park Hotel Werribee for around 1.00 .Let me know if the messages below if you would like to attend.

Over 40s Bushwalking and Hiking

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Colleen D

Mary S

Zhou 

Christina

Alison Kip

Michael Mercuri

Deepti

Monique

Anna Fulop

Joe S

Alice Luu

Jenny Emms

Carly

Amelia

Stephen Fulop

Barry

Cindy

Natasha Erbs

David R

Anakie Gorge  to Lower Stony Creek Reservoir return 8km Brisbane Ranges

Anakie Gorge Picnic Area

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A highlight of Brisbane Ranges National Park the Anakie Gorge walk is a 11.3km hike which meanders through a unique dry gorge and will take about 3 hours. We will hike in a clockwise direction to get the steep, rocky climb out of the way first. From the Anakie Gorge picnic area we'll venture south on the Ted Errey Nature circuit where you can catch glimpses of treecreepers and robins flying in and out of the eucalypt forest. 2.5km into the circuit you’ll arrive at Nelsons Lookout which on a clear day provides sweeping views of seemingly endless forest. The track continues north and then a gradual descent will bring us back to the picnic area and car park.

Walk is graded moderate although there is a steep climb to begin with which will get the heart started

Lets meet at the Anakie Gorge picnic Area at 915 AM. Boots a must and poles will be handy.

Ill organize lunch at The Park Hotel Werribee for around 2.00 .Let me know if the messages below if youd like to attend.

Duncan Ford

Meredith

Deanna

Nicholas

Yoko

Tania

carmen

Trina

alexandra

Sally

Geena

Craig 

Catherine McKenzie

Mary

jeffrey watts

Gabi

Julie Gittus

Christine

Fiona

Anakie Gorge Walk Brisbane Ranges National Park

An early start for this 12km up and back hike on an old rail line which follows a direct route from Historic Trentham station, cutting through the Wombat Forest to Lyonville and return . It is a reasonably flat walk.
MEETING PLACE : The Historic Trentham Train station 8.30 am for 8.45am start . Entrance to car park is near corner of Market St & Victoria st
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We will stop half way at Lyonville for a break and then return to Trentham and if time permits have a short browse through some of lovely gift shops/ boutiques before heading off to Lunch at the Iconic Country Pub Pig & Whistle Hotel. This hotel opened in 1887 and has plenty of Vegetarian, Vegan & Gluten-Free food options as well as the pub classics.
What to Bring
Rug up with layers , bring Beanie and Gloves as it can be very chilly early morning in Trentham. Raincoat in case of rain. Water and snacks

LUNCH : approx 1pm
https://pigandwhistlehotel.com.au/
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Nurul

Lina

Marie

Nikki

Simone

Kim  Taylor

John  Caspar

Dan Mac

Philippa

Domino Rail Trail from  Trentham to Lyonville return

Historic Trentham Railway Station 

Looking for expressions of interest at this stage for a once in a lifetime experience hiking the Rockie Mountains in British Colombia. At this stage an RSVP is just an expression of interest, not a commitment . If we get enough interest I could organize an information night for a more in depth preview.

As alot of you would know, I recently did this trip with friends and it was far and away the most spectacular scenery I have seen .

I propose leaving on or around 1 August for an 11 night stay, which will give us the time we need to cover the greatest hits.

Itinerary would include

Aug 1 Depart Australia

2 Nights Vancouver Hotel on arrival to get over jetlag ,plan and prepare

4 day/3 night hike Diamond Head via Rampart Ponds and Elfin Lakes

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/british-columbia/diamond-head

1 Night in Hotel Pemberton

2day/1 night Hike Joffre Lakes

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/british-columbia/joffre-lakes

1 Night Hotel in Squamish

2day/1 Night Hike Panorama Ridge

https://www.vancouvertrails.com/trails/panorama-ridge/

1 Night Vancouver

August 13 Depart Vancouver to Arrive Australia 13 August

I've estimated the Land cost to be $4890 per person which would include

\- Welcome Dinner
-6 Nights Hotel Accommodation (Twinshare) as above
-Ground Transport throughout
-6 Night Camp fees
-Park Fees
-All meals while camping
-Bear Spray
-Local Guide and drivers

Airfare and Travel Insurance not included but I can assist with this, Airfares start at around $1690 return (Im a Registered Travel Agent covered by the Travel Compensation Fund)

You would need bring your own camping gear or you cant rent on arrival in Vancouver- a pack, tent and poles.

The trip involves pack hiking for several days so a level of fitness is required

Realistically we would need a minimum of 6 starters to make this happen. Feel free to get in touch with me either by DM or phone 0403 035 463 if you have any queries

Regards

Duncan

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Sue Caldwell

Wendy

Elle

sandra

Anna

British Colombia (Canada) August 2025

This is a 2 day / 2 night trip to Falls creek to do some great hikes on the Bogong High Plains

Accommodation is at the Howman's Gap Discovery Camp in 3 x 6 bed dorms ,each with twin en-suites. The Centre is very modern with terrific facilities.

https://camps.ymca.org.au/howmans-gap-discovery-camp

Price per person is $390 which includes 2 nights accommodation 2 x dinners and 2 x breakfast.

Rough Itinerary. Arrive Friday 14 Nov night .Dinner

Saturday 15 Nov

**0700** Breakfast

**Falls Creek to Mount Cope via Wallaces and Cope Hut.**

**0830** This is a 20 km loop (graded moderate to hard) ,starting at Langford West Campground, we hike past Wallace's Hut (Victoria's oldest Alpine Hut) continue to Cope Hut the head to the summit of Mt Cope.(1837 metres) for panoramic views We return back via the Alpine Walking track to complete the loop. Hike will take 6-8 hours.

BBQ Dinner

Sunday 16 Nov

0700 Breakfast

**Watchbed Creek to Mt Nelse**.

This is a 12km approx out and back hike and is described as moderately cha;enging. Starting at the Watchbed creek trail head and follows the Big River Fire Trail and meanders through Snowgum woodlands alongside Watchbed creek. The trail emerges into grassy plains and intersects the Australian Alps Walking Track. From here we depatrt the main trail to the Summit of Mt Nelse.

Please note, walks are classified as moderate to hard so please keep in mind when RSVPing.

Participants will need bring their own lunch for both walks, although there is usually plenty left over from breakfast to cobble a lunch together.

Please try to carpool where possible.

Organizers reserve the right to change itinerray at their discretion.

As usual, first in best dressed with payments will secure the spots. Money is non refundable if we cant find someone to fill your spot. Please note in case of late cancellations

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Carmen

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Stewart

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