Follow the trail to Clevedon Farmers Market

On Sunday we will walk from the quarry entrance on Kimptons Road, Brookby, over the hills on a neglected track to Clevedon, where we will lunch. As we go over the hills, we will experience unparalleled views from the City to the firth of Thames.
If the group want, we can take an extended 45 minutes lunch pause in Clevedon, as it is the day of both the famous Clevedon Farmers Market and the Clevedon Village market. We will need to arrive about noon as it closes at 1pm. Bring some cash and buy up big!
We have negotiated to walk over some private farm land, then we will follow a neglected track to the well maintained Clevedon Scenic Reserve down the Kauri track, quite a lot of steps, and emerge on Thorpes Quarry Rd. We then have about a kilometre or so on the very busy county roads into Clevedon, (the Clevedon Village Market) and then on to our destination (closing soon) the Farmers Market on Monument Rd.
On the way back, we will retrace our steps to the Reserve, then go up the Puriri track climbing up a more than 1000 steps before we get our last views to infinity and see our cars parked in the distance.
This will likely be a new walk for most people, so come and join us for a great day, and experience the markets.

THE DIRT
• Time: Approx. 4 - 4.5 hours plus lunch at the market
• Distance: 12 - 14 km out and back
• Elevation gain: 560m
• Difficulty: Intermediate to Hard (All Trails, but we are not following the AT paper road, which is the hard bit, we are walking through the farmers privately owned paddock and down his driveway). There are steep climbs and descents, and through the Reserve, a lot of steps.
• Terrain: Metal country road, grass paddock, very neglected track, well maintained track, steps and walkway, sealed road and suburban footpath.
• Grade: 3 + neglected track, elevation gain and distance.

Because the grade is above 3, for new members, you will need to reply to a message we send you, where you will confirm that you can complete such a grade. We would prefer you walk with us on an easier walk before you do the harder grade walks.

LOCATIONS

Hike start and finish
155 Kimptons Road, Brookby
https://maps.app.goo.gl/R3Jmj5SX7VwWJLkp7
As the road is narrow, please everyone park on the city side of the road (the city is on your left). Be considerate.

Thorpe Road Quarry toilet these are the first toilets, only 2
https://maps.app.goo.gl/E3DwFq92KPuCGD2P8

There are more toilets beside the Community Hall, where the first market is

Clevedon Village Farmers Market, Monument Road, Clevedon
https://maps.app.goo.gl/gFQC3TWECjo4P9qx6 and more toilets here

The Stables, Whitford
https://maps.app.goo.gl/kvmq4N4EzVM7uRw88

REFRESHMENTS - optional
The Stables, Whitford
https://maps.app.goo.gl/kvmq4N4EzVM7uRw88

SCHEDULE

9.25am everyone arrives, parks near 155 Kimpton Rd, Brookby
9.30am Introductions
9.35am Hike starts
12.00pm Clevedon Reserve toilet stop or walk on to the Clevedon Community Hall, 500 m, more toilets
12.15 pm Arrive Clevedon Village Farmers Market, lunch stop

1. 00 pm Leave for return hike
   3 30pm Arrive cars, depart for refreshments or your home
   3.40pm Arrive The Stables, Whitford
   4.30pm head home

LOCAL INFORMATION
https://www.facebook.com/ClevedonFarmersMarket/

The cost for this hike is $10 as we pay farmer to access the property. Please pay online Moa Outdoors new bank details or pay the host cash on the day.
Noel Keenan
12-3238-0727203-01

If you have enjoyed previous Moa events, please feel free to invite others to attend via Meetup. We welcome your feedback and review.

RSVP QUESTION
1. Have you read the description and disclaimer and are you confident you can complete the hike in the time prescribed?
2. As a driver, can you carpool, and how many seats available Y / N
3. Do you need a lift. We will try to ensure there are enough drivers/ spare seats, but watch the messages if you are a passenger as we don’t know the availability until we see the registration Y / N

HOUSEKEEPING
CAR POOLING:
We suggest passengers pay drivers $10 return for this one.

Because Moa is a small and friendly group, it’s super easy to carpool with us. Our driver members are very happy to bring new people along. Post in the comment area below if you need a lift, include your area and a phone number. The willing driver member will contact you. Drivers, you can also post if you are willing to carpool. As organisers, we will also monitor and help out. Don't be be put off, message us if you need help to find a lift. Please be organised and on time for collection, don't withdraw last minute. Please also don’t expect the driver to go out of their way to collect you. You might have to get to a nearby location on their route.

BRING:

• At least 2L drinking water.
• Lunch or snack food, or cash/card for the market
• Suitable footwear for surfaces described.
  +Sun & rain protection.
  +Bags for wet and dirty footwear & clothing.
• Appropriate clothing for the season and forecasted/possible conditions. Its exposed to wind.
• First-aid items (at least for cuts and scratches).

PREPARATION:
It is important to be well prepared.
Before we meet

• Know how to get to all meeting places.
• Study hike details.
• Prepare everything you need to bring.
• If you are the driver, have car refueled or recharged ready to go.
• Find and confirm your driver(passengers) whether they go to the pub or going home directly after the event.

HEALTH & SAFETY:
Our hiking activities come with some hazard & risks; our organizers are volunteers. By RSVP'ing you accept full responsibilities for your own safety and that you have read the description and are you confident you can complete the hike in the time prescribed?

We walk as a group. If you are too slow, this holds up the whole group. After the first couple of kilometres, if you are not keeping up, we will ask you to return to the carpark and wait for the hike to conclude. If you have not walked with us before, can you walk up Mt Eden at a good pace, without the need to stop? If you are uncertain, message the organisers, and we can help you decide.

Looking forward to a great day outdoors.

Regards

Moa Outdoors