2013 Walking Programme

Enjoy a day walk with us on the first Sunday of the month! Our 2013 schedule of events is below or download a printable copy of the 2013 programme (PDF, 19kb). Unless otherwise specified, meet at 9am outside Alfresco Café, 260 Rundle Street, Adelaide.

Please contact the relevant walk leader for more information, and don't forget to read our notes at the bottom of this page for important information.

FEBRUARY

Saturday 2nd - Sunset Beach Walk - Sempahore - Largs Bay

Casual stroll along water’s edge from jetty to jetty (and return), followed by a drink or ice cream.

Grade: Easy / Social

Walk Leader: David B - 0403 973 848

Saturday 23rd - Mini-Urban Walk 1: Torrens Linear Park Loop - Hackney

Meet at Hackney hotel car park at 6.00pm and then walk along the River Torrens , through the native section of the Botanical gardens and onto the St Peters billabong, returning to the hotel for dinner. RSVP to David B for dinner reservation a must by Monday 18th Feburary.

Grade: Easy / Social

Walk Leader: Keith - 8271 4986

MARCH

Sunday 3rd - Onkaparinga Gorge Reserve

The Onkaparinga Gorge is spectacular with impressive bushland. The walk can be difficult as you walk down the steep gorge to the river. Some boulder hopping at the bottom. Distance 9 kms / time 3 ½ hours.

Grade: Medium - Hard

Walk Leader: Keith- 8271 4986

Saturday 16th - Cycling - Adelaide to West Beach (return)

Starting from the Bicycle SA office in Franklin Street, we travel along Linear Park trail to the beach. Leisurely pace. Free bike hire available at Bicycle SA. Booking recommended.

Grade: Social

Organiser: Gerald (via David B - 0403848973)

APRIL

Sunday 7th - Glenelg to Marino (return)

Tram to Glenelg to walk along the coast admiring sea views, and the mansions.

Grade: Easy

Walk Leader: John D - (via David B 0403 973 848)

MAY

Sunday 5th - Adelaide Hills Autumn Walk - Mylor & Aldgate Loop

Walking along paths and some back streets around this beautiful part of the Adelaide Hills to admire the autumn colours.

Grade: Medium (some small hills)

Walk Leader: Ivan - 0429673712

Saturday 18th - Mini-Urban Walk 2: Belair National Park

Discover the vast range of native and exotic trees in the park along the Brady’s Gully walk. Includes the Echo tunnel.

Grade: Medium

Walk Leader: Peter Nixon Garment - 0414 503 046

JUNE

Sunday 2nd - Mark Oliphant Conservation Park

Walk along the Watrefall Hike trail through stingy bark forest.

Grade: Medium

Walk Leader: Kevin F - 0438013810

Saturday 15th - Dinner Night - Venue to be Advised

RSVP will be required. Check website or email for details closer to date.

Grade: Social

Organiser: David B - 0403973848

JULY

Sunday 7th - Walk to be advised.

Check website or emails for confirmation later in the year.

Saturday 20th - Mini-Urban Walk 3: Historic Walkerville and Gilberton

Guided historic walk around some of our most prestigious suburbs. Meet at 11am at Walkerville Sports Club car park (24 Smith Street, Walkerville). Lunch afterwards

Grade: Easy

Walk Leader: David H - 0417821169

AUGUST

Sunday 4th - Morialta Conservation Park - 3 Falls Hike

Steep hike with good views and opportunities to observe wildlife and vegetation. Takes in the three waterfalls. 7.3km return.

Grade: Medium - Hard

Walk Leader: Darren P - 7226 0290

SEPTEMBER

Sunday 1st - Lavender Federation Trail

Continuation of the Federation trail from the Eden Valley loop towards Keyneton. This is a linear route walking through easy undulating farm countryside in Spring.
For those who have walked sections of the trail you cannot miss the continuing journey to Clare

Grade: Medium

Walk Leader: Warren - 82714986

Saturday 14th - Dinner Night - Venue to be Advised

RSVP will be required. Check website or email for details closer to date.

Grade: Social

Organiser: David B - 0403973848

OCTOBER

Sunday 6th - Mylor Conservation Park

A pleasant walk around Mylor including a stop at the Mylor market. Lunch (BYO) at the home of Christopher and Andrew - with the option of tennis for the energetic!

Grade: Medium

Walk Leader: Paul M - 8341 6496

Friday 19th - Sunday 21st - 2013 Camp - Murray River (Blanchetown)

Two houses on the water’s edge with lots of facilities. Walk ideas sought for this location.

Grade: Social - Medium

Organiser: Keith H - 8271 4986

NOVEMBER

Sunday 3rd - Outer Harbour - Port Adelaide

Grade: Easy

Walk Leader: Mervin - 0405563020

Thursday 21st - 2014 Planning Night

Pizza, discussion and 2014 timetable sorted! Air Apartments Pavillion

Grade: Social

Organiser: David B - 0403 973 848

DECEMBER

Sunday 1st - Christmas BBQ Lunch

A time to reflect on the year that has passed, contemplate the year ahead and just eat, drink and be merry. Venue to be Advised.

Grade: Social

Organiser: David B - 0403 973 848

Gradings:

Social: Social Event. No walking involved.
Easy: Flat landscape. Suitable for all levels of fitness.
Medium: Some slopes or uneven land. Some parts of the walk may be challenging, but most of it should be relatively easy for those with a medium level of fitness.
Hard: Work those glutes! This calorie-burning hike includes steep inclines and/or undulating land for much of the walk!

Checklist for day walks:

Walks often take place in areas where no shops are available. All food and drink should be carried with you on the hike, unless specifically stated otherwise.

Food: Lunch, nibbles
Drink: Plenty of water and any other non-alcoholic liquids required
Clothing: Please check the weather report for the day and wear clothes suitable to the climate. Wear sturdy walking shoes, socks, rain gear and/or other clothing suited to the environment (eg jeans or long pants may be suited to bush walks to protect your legs, but shorts may be more suitable for walks in the city parklands)
Protection: Sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, personal first aid kit, etc

Disclaimer:

Walkers participate in the walks on the basis that they are responsible for their own actions and decisions. The Happy Wanderers are not responsible for the condition of the trail, weather or wild life and cannot be held responsible for any accidents or events that may injure/damage walkers or their property.

The programme is subject to change without notice. Whilst this website will be kept as up to date as practicable, details of the actual walk will be provided on the day or by contacting the walk leader in the week leading up to the walk.The day walks are planned as a full day activity. The walk may finish late in the afternoon.

For further information, please contact the relevant walk leader.