LYREBIRD LOOP WALK
Details
THIS HIKE WILL BE LED BY CHRISTINA - local to the area and has kindly offered to host a hike so come and support her.
Everyone is most welcome to join us at Grant Picnic Ground at 1:45pm for a 2pm start on this popular walk around Sherbrooke Forest.
Towering mountain ash eucalypts, tree ferns, rainforest gullies and lyrebirds - if we are lucky will feature on this walk.
This loop is around 7km and will take us around 1.5 hours to complete and will take us around Lyrebird walk, Neumann, Paddy, Welsh and Coles Ridge tracks.
It is a Grade 2-3 walk with a 294m elevation (some steep slopes). The track is likely to be muddy and slippery in parts, so come prepared with suitable gear (poles if you use them).
We will then have a warm drink at the Grants picnic ground Cafe, for those that can stay.
It is STRONGLY recommended that you have Ambulance cover - ambulance.vic.gov.au
WHAT TO BRING:
• Water & Snacks
• Suitable hiking clothing (rainwear & warm jacket, beanie, gloves etc)
- Check the forecast on the day before you leave
• A friendly spirit :-)
MEETING POINT
Grants Picnic Ground near Cafe.
There is plenty of parking but it can get busy so allow extra time.
TOILETS
There are toilets at Grants Picnic Ground.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
Train to Belgrave station then local bus route no. 694 (to Olinda) or 663 (to Monbulk)
It will take about 5 mins by bus to Grants Picnic Ground from Belgrave.
WEATHER CONDITIONS
If it is RAINING heavily, keep an eye on the App as I will probably CANCEL the day before.
DIFFICULTY GRADINGS
Easy – A general fitness/experience level is required for “easy” events. The distance/course may not be too demanding but must not be underestimated.
Moderate – A solid fitness/experience level is required for “moderate” events. Expect challenging distances/courses. Such events are not for everybody. Build up gradually.
Hard / Extra Hard – An advanced fitness/experience level is essential for “hard” and especially “extra hard” events. Read ALL the details of the event thoroughly before signing up. Participants must have recently accomplished similarly intense events. If you’re not sure do NOT sign up as a misguided choice will probably put yourself and the whole group at risk.
MEDICAL CONDITIONS & SPECIAL NEEDS
If you have any relevant medical conditions or special needs please advise the event leader immediately on arrival.
SAFETY & RESPECT
• During all events everyone has the right to feel safe and respected. If at any stage you experience or witness unacceptable behaviour please advise the event leader immediately.
• The event leader has the right (and duty) to prevent someone from participating in the activity if they do not have the necessary clothing, food/water, equipment or disposition to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for themselves and others.
• Please download the Emergency+ App - https://emergencyapp.triplezero.gov.au/
DISCLAIMER
Our events may sometimes be difficult and considerably hazardous and due care will be taken to make sure that everyone is supported and safe. However, iHike iRide iRun and our organisers will not accept liability for any injury or accident. Participants should take care, wear suitable clothing and footwear, maintain their equipment, and act appropriately in their surroundings and follow the directions of the event leader. You are responsible for your own safety. By RSVP’ing to this event you indicate acceptance of these terms.
We all enjoy participating in iHike iRide iRun events. You may or may not realise, Paul the amazing instigator of all these activities has stepped down and handed over to co-organisers Andrew, Christine, Fiona, Mark, Shaun and Susan. While also enjoying free events you may not realise that being part of MeetUp and using this platform does have a cost.
The organisers will be paying the MeetUp renewal when due and keeping events free for everyone. We will accept donations if you would like to help lessen the burden on volunteers, maintain an awesome active group and progress iHike iRide iRun MeetUp events. Follow the gofundme link if you’d like to help.
LYREBIRD LOOP WALK