HOBART WALKING CLUB INC. Circular 827 March 2017

Club Meeting: Friday, 3 March at 7.30 pm, Philip Smith Centre, 2 Edward St, Glebe Entertainment: Dr John Smith was lost on Mt Wellington on 23 January 1858. Barry Ford will talk about the search for his body and the events leading to the erection of the memorial tablet.

Website: www.hobartwalkingclub.org.au Email: [email protected] Postal Address: GPO Box 753, Hobart TAS 7001 Facebook: hobart walking club

2 MARCH 2017 President’s Report

To improve our Walks & Cycling Program the Club would like your help. The Improvement Project Team set up to identify areas of our activity program that could be improved has launched a survey asking about members’ preferences and suggestions for improving the activities offered. The survey is now online at https://goo.gl/forms/OK5ZlzcD8pUQt59x1. The survey is important to help in planning future activity programs and I urge you to complete it so that we can know your opinion.

The club is looking for volunteers with basic PC computer skills and prepared to be available at the critical monthly Circular preparation dates. The position can be shared so different people can do different months. The task is preparing the trips and events and trip reports data from the website database. It takes about two hours and is a time-critical task, needing to be done each month between the Thursday previews closing date and the following Tuesday Circular closing date. The volunteer can work on their own Windows PC after it has been set up with the necessary files. Macs are not suitable. Please email the Secretary Jane Long at [email protected] to register your interest. Full training will be provided.

The training for new and prospective Coordinators will be on Sunday 28 May 2017. If you have been thinking about making the step to coordinating a walk or if you have already coordinated several walks and would like to learn more then you should attend this training.

It is important to keep growing our pool of coordinators, especially for those who like to walk at the weekend. Our walking program depends on members volunteering to coordinate walks. This training will help you identify the steps to prepare and plan a walk, what to do on the walk and outline the mentoring program to support you during the first walks that you coordinate. See page 8 in the Circular for more details.

Philip Le Grove, President

Editorial Circular Editor: Helen Bethune Moore Trips Data Officer: Jill Finch Front Cover image: Jenny Ford

MARCH 2017 3 Activities Calendar Full details: Trips – page 10 Rides – page 32 Date Day Class Activity Coordinator 1 Mar Wed Executive Meeting 5:30 pm at SLT, 71 Murray St 1 Mar Wed SE Pilchers Hill Judith Holmes 1 Mar Wed MM Mt Wedge Gillian Fitzgerald 2 Mar Thu ME/cyc Acton Park to Sorell John McDonald 2 Mar Thu LR The Thumbs John Kerrison 2 Mar Thu SE/cyc Salmon Ponds TBA 2 Mar Thu Mod/cyc Cremorne/Opossum Bay John Cornwell 3 Mar Fri Club Meeting 3 Mar Fri SNQ Cascades Carmen Walker 4 Mar Sat LM Florentine Peak Jocelyn Darby 4 Mar Sat SE Picket Hill Felicity Walch 4–8 Mar EXT Mod/cyc Fingal Cycle Camp John Cornwell 4–10 Mar EXT MM Port Davey Track Ingrid McGaughey 5 Mar Sun Essential Skills Day Susan Denman 5 Mar Sun MR Ragged Range Chris Rathbone 6 Mar Mon NQ Toddlers Toddle Angela Devine 6 Mar Mon SM Lauderdale to Cremorne Heinz-Jurgen Vojacek 7 Mar Tue Cha/cyc Woodbridge Saddle Chris Ireland 7 Mar Tue MM Marion Bay Heather Hurd 8 Mar Wed MM Gellibrand Circuit Bob Boocock 8 Mar Wed SE Nierinna Creek Track Warwick Risby 8–15 Mar EXT LR Wilson, Norold, Pollux, High Round Circuit Tony Woolford 9 Mar Thu April Previews Closing 9 Mar Thu ME/cyc Salmon Ponds to Glenora Margaret McDonald 9 Mar Thu SE/cyc Judbury Nick Hume 9 Mar Thu Mod/cyc Pontville/Richmond/Tea Tree Sue Hunt 9 Mar Thu MR Mts Hartz & Snowy Alan Wilson 10 Mar Fri SNQ Margate Felicity Walch 11 Mar Sat MM Devils Throne Ian Welch 11 Mar Sat SE South Arm Christine Spry 11 Mar Sat DWNQ Mays Beach David Young 11–13 Mar EXT MM Shadow Lake & Hugel Plateau Introductory Chris Rathbone 11–17 Mar EXT MR South Coast Track Carolynne Smith 12 Mar Sun MM Cape Raoul Pam Powell 13 Mar Mon NQ Montrose Board Walk Helen Dalla-Fontana 13 Mar Mon SE Wellington Lower Slopes Bob Boocock 14 Mar Tue April Circular Closing 14 Mar Tue int/cyc Richmond Richard Whittington 14 Mar Tue MM Shipstern Bluff & Tunnel Bay Kerry Scott 15 Mar Wed MM White Beach to Curio Bay Graham Sargison 4 MARCH 2017 15 Mar Wed SM Taroona and Alum Cliffs Walk Tony Cook 16 Mar Thu ME/cyc l’City Cycleway to Risdon Brook Dam Libbie Davies 16 Mar Thu SE/cyc Berriedale Tony Rae 16 Mar Thu Mod/cyc Cradoc/Glaziers Bay/Drip Beach Maggy Hunter 16 Mar Thu LM Nevada Peak Geoff Morffew 17 Mar Fri SNQ Pipeline Track Sylvia Ledger 18 Mar Sat SE Gretna Joan Cripps 18 Mar Sat MM Cathedral Rock Montagu Circuit Jim Anderson 18–22 Mar EXT MM Tarkine Rupert Manners 18–25 Mar EXT Mod/cyc NW Cycle Tour Linda Cook 19 Mar Sun MM The Watcher Mt Field National Park Helen Daly 20 Mar Mon NQ Toddlers Toddle Dianne Martin 20 Mar Mon SE Acton Park/Roches Beach Margaret McDonald 21 Mar Tue ME Lagoon Bay/Tasman Monument Gill Mosmann 21 Mar Tue int/cyc Geeveston Rick Mills 22 Mar Wed MM Blakes Opening Warwick Risby 22 Mar Wed SE Pottery Road Margaret Gibbs 23 Mar Thu Circular Production 23 Mar Thu ME/cyc Elderslie to Hunting Ground Nick Hume 23 Mar Thu SE/cyc Lachlan Malcolm Barron 23 Mar Thu Mod/cyc North Bruny Island Phil Whitham 23 Mar Thu MM Lime Bay Circuit John Gora 24 Mar Fri SNQ Geilston Bay Rinda Burgess 25 Mar Sat SE Mt Pleasant Christine Wright 25 Mar Sat LM Arthurs Peak Kathleen Mclaren 26 Mar Sun MM Crescent Bay/Mt Brown Lee Douglas 27 Mar Mon NQ Toddlers Toddle John Gora 27 Mar Mon SE Mt Nelson Clodagh Jones 28 Mar Tue MM Bluff River Gorge Roger Hurd 28 Mar Tue int/cyc Cornelian Bay Anne McLean 29 Mar Wed MM Crescent Bay/Mt Brown Ken Chilcott 29 Mar Wed SE Fern Tree to Junction Cabin Margaret Gibbs 30 Mar Thu ME/cyc Barnes Bay, Bruny Island Daryl Stewart 30 Mar Thu SE/cyc Lindisfarne/Wentworth Mary Armsby 30 Mar Thu Mod/cyc Lauderdale/7 Mile Beach/5 Mile Beach Helen Daly 30 Mar Thu MM Tunnel Bay Circuit Ruth Raward 31 Mar Fri SNQ Cornelian Bay Sylvia Ledger 31 Mar – 2 Apr EXT MR Picton Traverse Rupert Manners 1 Apr Sat SE Oast House walk Cathie Sargeant 1 Apr Sat MM Shipstern Bluff Helen Daly 2 Apr Sun MM North Bruny circuit Phil Watson 3 Apr Mon SE Kaoota Tramway Jim Anderson 3 Apr Mon NQ Toddlers Toddle Angela Devine 4 Apr Tue int/cyc Meadowbank Circuit Colin Finch MARCH 2017 5 4 Apr Tue MM Churchills Hut Kerry Scott 5 Apr Wed Executive Meeting 5.30 pm at SLT, 71 Murray St 5 Apr Wed MM Bennetts Road to Lake Osborne Mary Jolly 5 Apr Wed SE New Norfolk Jeanette Brown 6 Apr Thu May Previews Closing 6 Apr Thu ME/cyc Pawleena circuit Gail Friesen 6 Apr Thu LR Wentworth Hills Charles Chadwick 6 Apr Thu Mod/cyc Cornelian Bay/Mt Nelson/Taroona Linda Cook 7 Apr Fri Club Meeting 7 Apr Fri SNQ Blackmans Bay Carmen Walker 8 Apr Sat MM Mount Mawson Jocelyn Darby 8 Apr Sat SE Marchwiel Judy Bond 9 Apr Sun MM Cathedral Rock/Montague Thumbs Kathleen Mclaren 10 Apr Mon NQ Toddlers Toddle Helen Dalla-Fontana 10 Apr Mon SE Lauderdale to Cremorne Mary Foster 11 Apr Tue May Circular Closing 11 Apr Tue MM Ridgeway to Junction Cabin jaunt Jane Long 11 Apr Tue int/cyc Margate Train Bruce Wilkinson 12 Apr Wed MM S Hobart/Ferntree/urban fringes, optional navigation John Street 12 Apr Wed SE Knocklofty/Mt Stuart Ken Chilcott 12–14 Apr EXT MM Cape Pillar Carolynne Smith 13 Apr Thu ME/cyc Tinderbox/Howden Circuit Dianne Stidston 13 Apr Thu Mod/cyc Marion Bay/Kellevie/Copping Helen Daly 13 Apr Thu MM Mt Field East Alan Wilson 13 Apr Thu ME/cyc Orford Daryl Stewart 14 Apr Fri DWNQ Arm End Robyn Everist 14 Apr Fri SNQ Good Friday – no walk 14–17 Apr EXT MM/MR West Coast walks (Easter) Nick Hume 14–17 Apr EXT Var/cyc Caveside Easter Camp Tony & Linda Cook 15 Apr Sat MM Trestle Mountain via Collins Cap Track Carlin Dowling 15 Apr Sat SE TBA TBA 17 Apr Mon NQ Toddlers Toddle Dianne Martin 17 Apr Mon DWNQ Howrah/Bellerive beaches Rob Hill 18 Apr Tue LM Neika/Wellington Falls/Snake Plains Circuit Gill Mosmann 18 Apr Tue int/cyc Cambridge Park David Tucker 19 Apr Wed MM Tarn Shelf Circuit Elizabeth Barsham 19 Apr Wed SE Mt Direction John Cannon 19 Apr Wed MM Mt Field Tarn Shelf Circuit Elizabeth Barsham 20 Apr Thu Circular Production 20 Apr Thu ME/cyc New Norfolk to Lachlan Nick Hume 20 Apr Thu Mod/cyc Wellington Falls Helen Daly 20 Apr Thu MM Lost World Suellen Jones 6 MARCH 2017 21 Apr Fri SNQ Salmon Ponds Bob Wyatt 22 Apr Sat MM Cape Surville circuit Ian Welch 22 Apr Sat SE TBA Carol Howell 22–25 Apr EXT MM/MR North East Highlands Nick Hume 24 Apr Mon NQ Toddlers Toddle John Gora 24 Apr Mon SE Chauncy Vale June Hilder 25 Apr Tue int/cyc Bushy Park Allan Holding 25 Apr Tue MM Tarn Shelf Circuit Denis Mackey 26 Apr Wed MM Stapleton Point Lee Parker 26 Apr Wed SE Lachlan Falls Christine Wright 27 Apr Thu ME/cyc Richmond to Campania David Pears 27 Apr Thu Mod/cyc Blackmans Bay to Tinderbox Grant Hayward 27 Apr Thu LM Lichen Hill John Gora 27 Apr – 4 May EXT MM Penguin Cradle Trail Rupert Manners 28 Apr Fri SNQ Cornelian Bay Rosalie Davis 29 Apr Sat SE/ME Lenah Valley/Priest Fire Trail Circuit Gill Mosmann 1 May Mon SM Attilas Place/Browns River Rob Hill 3 May Wed Executive Meeting 5.30 pm at SLT, 71 Murray St 3 May Wed MM Mt Wellington Margaret Proudlock 4 May Thu June Previews Closing 4 May Thu ME/cyc Grove to Ranelagh Libbie Davies 4 May Thu MM Churchills Hut and Timbs Track Charles Chadwick 4 May Thu MM Cape Raoul Stacy Kirkby 5 May Fri Club Meeting 6 May Sat MM Snowy South Carlin Dowling 7 May Sun MM South Wellingtons Nick Hume 9 May Tue June Circular Closing 10 May Wed MM Adamsons and Creekton Falls Philip Le Grove 18 May Thu Circular Production 18 May Thu MM Whitehouse Point and Mt Stewart Jim Baptist 18–21 May EXT MR Miena Base Camp Rupert Manners 25 May Thu MM South Wellingtons Vicki Martin 15–18 Jun EXT MR Frenchmans Cap Rupert Manners

MARCH 2017 7 Membership News New Members The Executive wishes to congratulate the following members who were elected to full HWC membership on 1 February 2017: Robert Cooper, Andrew Boorman, Daphne Habibis, Deborah Hepburn-Brown, Sue Lovegrove, Malcolm White, and Damien Rixon Welcome to Prospective Members The following Prospective Members have joined the Hobart Walking Club. Please make them welcome on walks. Roger Ge, Paul Sutton, Fiona Harris, Mark Harris, Sue Lovegrove, Jeff Fitzgibbon, Peta Fitzgibbon, Thomas Pagano, Christie Le Goy, Liz Lamb, Bassem ZeinEddine, Dana Byers, Michael Dobbie, Jeremy Nuttall, Will Fletcher, Shaunagh Ninteth, Alice Hooley, Sophia Shih, Marcia Winstead, Claire Lawler, Peter Phibbs, Audrey Miller, Christine Wilson, Sue Headley, Natasha Lakaev, Chantelle Key, Jennifer Tuffin, John Pearce, Michael Saltmarsh, Christina Nebel, Anna Carins, and Helen McArdle. Vale Don Field passed away on 1 February. I am sure that older club members would like us to record the work of Don Field who joined the club in 1958. Don was soon serving the club, being Walks Secretary in 1960, then Executive, President, Vice President. He represented the club on the Cradle Mountain Lake St Clair National Park Board for five years. Don was on the Editorial Subcommittee for eleven years and also contributed articles, photos and poems to The Tasmanian Tramp. Don was a good artist and several of his sketches appeared on our Circular covers in the 1960s. He was responsible for the formation of the Tracks Subcommittee and he was a member of the Steering Committee forming the Tasmanian Conservation Trust. Don looked after the slides that Joe Picone left to the Club and he donated a folder of Joe's photos to the Club. Many members will recall trips with Don in the South West. Bob Wyatt Geoff O’Hara, Membership Officer

Ski and Hut Notes Working Bees & Hut Orientation The January working bee was very well attended. The toilets were emptied and are working. However, at the time of writing we are yet to wire the new toilet fan to the LED panels batteries – so some odour until then. The next working bee is on 27–28 May. All welcome. Bookings To book the Club hut at Lake Dobson, please ring Fred Koolhof on 6225 4216, or myself on 6239 6178 or from 19 March contact Simon Benham, who is standing in for me, on 6239 1104 or email [email protected]. Feel free to ask how to use and look after the hut if unsure – or better, we invite you to a hut orientation. Members $10 per head per night, their children $5 and non-members $15. Please pay online or at a CBA branch to the Hobart Walking Club, BSB 067002 a/c 2804 3645, identifying yourself in the transfer information. 8 MARCH 2017 Please read all the safety instructions on arrival and sign to say you have done so. Please report any malfunction, damage or low stock ASAP. Care for the Hut and Others If the front door does not latch properly, place an item behind it to prevent weather and animal entry during the night. (A fix is planned.) For hygiene please bring your own pillowslip, and under-sheet if you would lie directly on a mattress. Take care not to touch gas mantles when lighting them to prevent so many needing replacement. At departure, please leave a good kindling supply and the hut at least as clean as found on arrival. Andrew Davey, Ski & Hut Secretary

Circular Production Homes Volunteers are required to assist in preparation of Circulars for mailing. This is followed by a sociable cuppa with friends. Work starts at 7.30 pm and usually finishes at about 9 pm. Please bring a small supper contribution. 23 Mar Thu Lyn Reid, 9 Dresden St, Sandy Bay 20 Apr Thu Wendy Ashley, 8 Park Street, Bellerive. 18 May Thu Ted and Jacinta Bradshaw, 2/18 Rose Court, Sandy Bay. Jim Anderson, Circular Coordinator

Search, Rescue and Training Before becoming a full member of the HWC, all prospective members have 12 months from joining the Club to complete three qualifying walks and participate in an Essential Skills Training Day. If you have any general questions about training for prospective members, contact Stuart Whitney, 6234 7871. The next essential skills training day is on: Sunday 5 March at the Bridge Club, 5 Marine Esplanade, New Town Bay. Contact Sue Denman on 0417 566 670. Pam Powell, S, R & T Coordinator

Coordinator Training Program for new and prospective Coordinators If you have been thinking about coordinating a walk or if you have already coordinated several walks and would like some additional information, then read on. The Club Walking Program is dependent on Coordinators to schedule and organise walks for all members to enjoy. It is therefore important to keep growing our pool of coordinators especially for those who like to walk at the weekend. To help you make the step to coordinating a walk, the Club is conducting a training session for members to identify the steps to prepare and plan a walk, what to do on the walk, discuss some of the risks and to learn about the mentoring program to support you during the first walks that you coordinate. The training program will he held on: Date: Sunday 28 May 2017 Venue: Tas. Bridge Association Club Rooms Marine Esplanade, New Town Bay Time: 9 am – 1 pm MARCH 2017 9 To register for the training program please email your details to the Club Secretary Jane Long at [email protected]. If you would like more information about the training please contact Rupert Manners on 6292 1310 or Philip Le Grove on 6224 4280.

Trip Secretary Report The program of activities is one of the Hobart Walking Club's greatest assets. It is run by members for members. To ensure the program meets the interests of members, we are requesting your preferences and suggestions for improving the activities offered through a survey. The survey is online at https://goo.gl/forms/OK5ZlzcD8pUQt59x1. I urge you to fill it out, as your feedback is very important. The survey is open from 13 February to 31 March. In addition to providing valuable information to help improve the program, as an additional incentive, you will have the opportunity to enter into a draw for a $100 gift voucher to spend at Mountain Designs. If you would prefer to do a paper survey, contact me on 6292 1310 or email: [email protected]. Rupert Manners, Trip Secretary

The Tasmanian Tramp The Tasmanian Tramp No. 42 is about to get underway. The committee will re-convene in April. Now is the time to sharpen pencils or warm up keyboards! Submissions can be sent via snail mail to the Secretary. Send electronic articles, photos etc. to [email protected] Helen Daly, Editorial Convener

For Sale We are having a house clear out and found a few boots surplus to our requirements, which might suit someone in the HWC: Rossignol ski boots bc x11, in immaculate condition. Size 48. $110 Brixia size 38, brown full leather (inside and out) Brixia Brianza Italian hiking boots, Vibram sole. New, purchased wrong size. Never worn. $85 Keen leather walking boots, size 39.5. Leather inside and out, well worn in but still a lot of life left in them. Teenager outgrew them already. $40 ONO. Phone or SMS Christina on 0427 305 141 or email [email protected] if you are interested in one or all pairs of these boots.

10 MARCH 2017

TRIPS PROGRAM

Walks Classifications Walk descriptions are estimates only; particularly length, pace and duration.

LENGTH For grade classification purposes only, every 100 metres ascended counts as one extra kilometre

SNQ Short non-qualifying easy walk or stroll with all ages welcome – 5 km or less

NQ Non-qualifying – less than 8 km

S Short – 8 to 12 km

M Medium – 12 and up to 20 km

L Long – over 20 km DIFFICULTY E – Easy On tracks, beaches and open paddocks.

M – Medium May include some off-track walking with limited minor scrub-bashing.

R – Rough Off-track, may include scrub bashing, creek crossings, rocks, etc.

PACE Coordinators may specify slow, medium (moderate) or fast. If in doubt, talk to the coordinator. DURATION Duration of a trip is an estimate and includes breaks such as morning tea and lunch. MAPS Maps are TASMAP 1:100 000, 1:25 000 Series or the Tasmanian Street Atlas.

MARCH 2017 11 Some Walker Responsibilities Previews are not necessarily accurate; measurements are estimates, particularly duration, pace and distance. Those who do not know the Trip Coordinator or are uncertain about any aspect of the walk should contact the coordinator before the day of the walk. Prospective Members and those bringing visitors must contact relevant Trip Coordinators prior to each intended walk for a booking. Any participant under 18 should have a person responsible for them (guardian) for the trip. Before each trip, all intending participants must satisfy themselves that the walk is likely to be within their capability. Check the Preview. If you have any questions, contact the Trip Coordinator before the day of the walk. You must notify them at the time of booking, at least the day before the walk, of any medical conditions (such as allergies or asthma) which may affect your walking ability. Leave details of the trip and a Search & Rescue contact (inside back page of the Circular) with a friend or relative. If the trip is overdue, they should first contact them, not the Police. If you see people who need help, offer assistance. Everyone should help to make the trip safer and more enjoyable for all.

HWC Facebook Group The Hobart Walking Club Facebook group is a closed group where only group members can see the posts. All members can see and add to/comment on the posts associated with the Club. Being part of the Club Facebook group is not exclusive to HWC members — anyone can join the HWC Facebook group.

Visitors A full Club Member may take one visitor on a Club trip with the prior agreement of the trip coordinator. A visitor may attend a maximum of three Club trips. Each visitor must sign the Visitor Waiver for each trip they attend.

Transport Private cars are pooled for trips unless otherwise stated. Cost is shared by car passengers, with a recommended maximum of 10c per passenger per km.

Toddlers Toddles All children must be under the care of their member guardian. All guardians/parents should sign the Club Waiver for minors for each trip. Children shall be kept under watch at all times during a Club trip.

Dog Walks All dog walks shall comply with the rules and regulations of government and local government authorities. Leave No Trace principles apply to official Club Dog Walks.

Cancelling a Trip When taking bookings always get contact details, including telephone numbers, of those interested. If you cancel or postpone, ensure you clearly tell all would-be participants ASAP. For email or telephone messages, ask for and ensure you get an acknowledgement. If not, telephone to restate cancellation. Failing contact, you, or a delegate, go to the appointed meeting place(s) to cancel a trip. For non-booking trips, you, or a delegate, go to the meeting place(s) to cancel a trip. Alternatively, have someone else conduct the trip, notify the Programmer and hand the forms to the new Trip Coordinator before the trip. 12 MARCH 2017 Program 1 Mar Wed Pilchers Hill SE 10 km 150 m 4 hrs Judith Holmes 0407 230 735 or 6243 7148 Hobart Derwent [email protected] A walk in two sections! Meet at Geilston Bay Boat Club car park, De Bomfords Lane, Geilston Bay ready to start walking at 10 am. The first section will be along Bedlam Walls track to Shag Bay and then a walk in Pilchers Hill Reserve will follow. Bring water and lunch. Pace slow/medium to suit all participating. Prospective members welcome, please book.

1 Mar Wed Mt Wedge MM 8 km 800 m 5 hrs Gillian Fitzgerald 6234 4752 or 0438 344 759 Bowes/Wedge For a day walk, this mountain is one of the best for views of the South West. It entails a steady climb up through some lovely rainforest, then out onto rocky alpine slopes. Finally, the summit is reached, where we can enjoy the views while lunching. (All this depends on the weather, naturally!) Full wet weather gear and water. Prospectives, please book. Depart Fitzroy Gardens 7.45 am or Granton by arrangement. Approx. 260 km return.

1 Mar Wed Executive Meeting 5.30 pm at SLT, 71 Murray St

2 Mar Thu The Thumbs LR 20 km 1000 m 9–10 hrs John Kerrison 6228 6427 Adamsfield/Tiger/Wedge The Thumbs is a prominent peak to the east of Lake Gordon. After driving along Clear Hill Rd and the Adamsfield 4WD track as far as is practical, we will start the walk in the vicinity of the abandoned osmiridium-mining town of Adamsfield. The intended route is untracked and will follow Packers Spur. A fair bit of scrub and rock is likely. Pace moderate. Bring full wet weather gear. Meet at Fitzroy Gardens. Suitable for fit prospectives. Please book. Departure 6 am. Return driving distance 270 km.

3 Mar Fri Cascades SNQ 2 hrs Carmen Walker 6227 2108 after 8.30 am Meet at 10.45 am in Anglesea Street. We will have morning tea at the café and then walk down to where the tables and seats are. People who want to walk further can do so. Pace easy.

3 Mar Fri Club Meeting The Club Meeting will be held in the Philip Smith Theatre, 2 Edward Street, Glebe, starting at 7.30 pm. Entertainment: Dr John Smith was lost on Mt Wellington on 23 January 1858. Barry Ford will talk about the search for his body and the events leading to the erection of the memorial tablet. MARCH 2017 13 4 Mar Sat Picket Hill SE 8–9 km 300 m 4hrs Felicity Walch 6229 5391 Meet first, ready to leave at 9.45 am, at the overflow car park at the Kingborough Sports Centre, Summerleas Road. This car park is clearly signed, on the right-hand side of the road into the Centre. There will be a short drive to the start of the walk. We will follow a horse trail through light bush (including a steep, eroded uphill bit), then head up Picket Hill, with its, hopefully, fabulous views, then complete a loop at Leslie Vale before returning to ascend Picket Hill and a track variation back to the cars. (This is the shorter version of the walk I usually do here.) Slow/medium pace. Prospectives welcome. Please book.

4 Mar Sat Florentine Peak LM 16 km 750 m 7 hrs Jocelyn Darby 6239 1187 or 0417 818 369 Mount Field [email protected] This is a walk in the Mount Field area. We will drive to Lake Dobson and follow the Mount Field west track over the Rodways to K Col hut. From there it will be off track to Florentine Peak. The walk will mostly be open and exposed and confidence on rocks is essential. Bring wet weather gear and water. Medium pace. Meet at Fitzroy Gardens for 7.30 am departure. Return driving distance 200 km.

4–10 Mar EXT Port Davey Track MM 16 km Ingrid McGaughey 0402 677 483 [email protected] This iconic track goes from Scotts Peak Dam to Melaleuca and is famous for being a little bit muddy. The route follows valleys and plateaus and goes past the Western Arthurs and the Rugby Range before we have to row across the Bathurst Narrows and walk in to Melaleuca. There are a couple of creeks to cross. A straightforward side trip to Mt Beattie provides the most glorious views of Bathurst Harbour and Port Davey. I have allowed a spare day for bad weather or to climb Mt Brock (MR). Flight cost Melaleuca to Hobart $250 pp. Full wet weather gear required. Portable fuel stoves required. Number limit. Fully booked. Contact leader to be waitlisted.

5 Mar Sun Ragged Range MR 7 km 500 m 4–5 hrs Chris Rathbone 236757 or 0466106222 [email protected] The walk takes in a small peak on the edge of Lake Gordon through rainforest and then some scrub along the summit ridge. Beautiful views if clear. The destination may change depending on weather. The original walk in the last Circular was Mt Wright but access to that appears to be closed off for the time being. Meet at Fitzroy Gardens. Departure 7.30 am. Return driving distance 200 km. Book by 6 pm the evening before.

14 MARCH 2017 5 Mar Sun Essential Skills Day Susan Denman 0417 566 670 [email protected] For prospective members. Pease contact Susan for further details. Meet at Bridge Club, 5 Marine Esplanade, New Town Bay. Start at 8.30 am.

6 Mar Mon Lauderdale to Cremorne SM 9 km 150 m 4–5 hrs Heinz-Jurgen Vojacek 6244 8362 [email protected] We will meet at the eastern end of the Lauderdale Canal at 10 am. After a car shuffle we will commence our walk from the canal. First we will walk along the beach before we will follow a hilly coastline. There will be continuous views over Frederick Henry Bay. After 9 km and an elevation gain of 150 m, we will end the walk at Cremorne.

6 Mar Mon Toddlers Toddle NQ 2 km 20 m 2 hrs Angela Devine 0427 496 589 Meet at the main gate, Botanical Gardens. Walk will start at 10 am and should finish by noon. Slow.

7 Mar Tue Marion Bay MM 14 km 100 m 5 hrs Heather Hurd 0419 565 991 [email protected] Meet opposite the police station in Somerville Street, Sorell, ready to depart at 9 am. We have permission to walk from Marchwiel and will proceed to the blowhole along the coastal reserve and beaches. Those with boundless energy may proceed to the viewing point on Hellfire Bluff Ridge. Carry water and wet weather gear. Suitable for prospectives. Please book.

8 Mar Wed Nierinna Creek Track SE 7 km 50 m 3 hrs Warwick Risby 6225 1711 H'ville/Blackmans Bay/D'Entrec’x Meet at Margate Train to arrange car sharing, ready to leave at 10 am for a short drive to the start of the walk. We follow the Nierinna track through natural bushland and shady fern gullies with some short steepish sections. Lunch will be near the junction with Lawless Road before retracing our track back. Bring food, water and raincoat. Slow considerate pace. Driving 2 km from train. Prospective members welcome. Please book.

MARCH 2017 15 8 Mar Wed Gellibrand Circuit MM 13 km 150 m 5 hrs Bob Boocock 0400 856 456 Taroona/Blackmans Bay A five-beach walk so bring your bathers! Meet at Lauderdale Tavern 8.30 am for a rendezvous at South Arm jetty car park opposite the war memorial. We will do a car shuffle to the start of the walk at the bus terminus at Opossum Bay. From there, along Shelly Beach, around Gellibrand Point to Mary Ann Bay for morning tea. Then along Mitchells Beach to Opossum Bay for lunch, followed by a low tide rock hop around the headlands back to South Arm Beach and the cars.

8–15 Mar EXT Wilson, Pollux, High Round Circuit LR Tony Woolford 6248 5224 or 0418 248 569 Rugby, Federation [email protected] This is a walk to the little-visited area north east of Bathurst Harbour. We fly in to Melaleuca, take a boat to the mouth of the Old River, then over Mt Wilson. From here, we drop back to the Old River and up to Ripple Mtn. With daypacks head out to Mts Castor and Pollux. Head back down the Old River, over Harrys Bluff and High Round Mtn to be picked up by boat from the south side of the Old River mouth. I have allowed an extra day for bad weather. Full wet weather gear and portable fuel stoves required. Suitable for experienced members. Bookings closed.

9 Mar Thu Mts Hartz & Snowy MR 11 km 550 m 5.5 hrs Alan Wilson 0407320766 Huon [email protected] Meet at Fitzroy Gardens at 7.30 am for morning tea on Hartz, lunch on Snowy and a rocky scramble on the ridge connecting them. We shall return via Emily and Arthur Tarns to complete the circuit. Bring water and wet weather gear. Meet at Fitzroy Gardens. Departure at 7.30 am. Prospectives, please book.

9 Mar Thu April Previews Closing Walks and Cycle previews must be in by 12 noon on this date. Please email previews to [email protected] or post to Walks Data Officer, GPO Box 753, Hobart 7001 (post five working days prior to due date) or leave in the HWC mailbox at Sustainable Living Tasmania, 71 Murray Street, Hobart.

10 Mar Fri Margate SNQ 2.7 km 2 hrs Felicity Walch 6229 5391 Meet at 10.30 am at the car park opposite the kiosk at Dru Point Park. We will have morning tea before embarking on a circuit leaving from the park with a bit of road and a bit of track, all quite flat until a brief slight downhill followed by a brief, slight uphill. Lunch will be back at Dru Point. Slow pace.

16 MARCH 2017 11 Mar Sat South Arm SE Christine Spry 6282 5426 Meet 10 am, junction of Rifle Range Rd and South Arm Highway to relocate to Mortimer Bay reserve parking site. Walk along track behind beach; continue along the beach for morning tea spot. Return and beyond to find lunch site, and back to the cars.

11 Mar Sat Devils Throne MM 12 km 400 m 5 hrs Ian Welch 0416 828 744 or 6248 9957 Wellington Walks [email protected] This is usually a pleasant walk with good views. We'll travel over Thark Ridge and return in an anticlockwise circuit so that only about 40 minutes are repeated. Mostly on rough pads with some (generally) minor rises and falls. If the weather is poor, a lower level walk will be considered. Bring water. Moderate pace. Please book by 7 pm Friday 10 March.

11 Mar Sat Mays Beach DWNQ 4 km 2hrs David Young 0449 729 546 [email protected] This is a short walk around some very pleasant coastline. All welcome whether you have a canine companion or not. If you haven’t been on a dog walk yet, it’s worth a try. Meet in the car park at east end of Lauderdale Canal (where North and South Terrace join) in time to leave at 2 pm. We will be driving on from there to the start of the walk.

11–13 Mar EXT Shadow Lake, Hugel Plateau Introductory Walk MM 10 km 500 m 5 hrs Chris Rathbone 6223 6757 [email protected] This walk is for less experienced members and those who want a fairly easy, relaxed overnight camping experience in a beautiful alpine area. The first day is a couple of hours walk to camp at Shadow Lake. Second day, if the weather is particularly good, we will move camp, carrying packs over fairly difficult rocky ground to set up camp on the Hugel Plateau to watch a beautiful sunset with all the peaks of the reserve in view. Climbing Mt Hugel is an option but more rugged. If any member is interested but inexperienced, contact the leader for help with advice and equipment. The Club has some equipment for hire. Full wet weather gear and fuel stoves required. Number limit. Book by Wed 8 March.

11–17 Mar EXT South Coast Track MR 15 km 4–6 hrs Carolynne Smith 0403 914 206 [email protected] Details from coordinator. Walk east to west, fly out. Pace to suit the group. Plenty of daylight to move camp each day. Number limit of 9. Fully booked. Contact coordinator to be waitlisted. MARCH 2017 17 12 Mar Sun Cape Raoul MM 13.6 km 550 m 5–6hrs Pam Powell 6223 5205 Storm Bay Raoul Join the leader for this coastal walk. Recommended for prospective members. Please book. Bring wet weather gear and water. Pace medium. Approx. driving distance 220 km. The group will meet at Fitzroy Gardens for 8 am departure.

13 Mar Mon Wellington Lower Slopes SE 8 km 150 m 4 hrs Bob Boocock 0400 856 456 [email protected] We will walk the Shoobridge/Lenah Valley tracks to Junction Cabin and return via Lenah Valley track to The Springs and North-South Track to Shoobridge Bend. Meet at Shoobridge Bend car park for departure at 10 am.

13 Mar Mon Montrose Board Walk NQ Helen Dalla-Fontana 0408 622 320 Meet by 10 am at Derwent Entertainment Centre at far end car park. Bikes and scooters may be brought along. Bring morning tea and expect to be finished by noon. Visitors welcome.

14 Mar Tue , & Tunnel Bay MM 14 km 600 m 6 hrs Kerry Scott 0409 806 104 [email protected] This is one of the great Tasman Peninsula walks, famous for its wonderful coastal scenery and specular cliffs. Hopefully, we will have an opportunity to walk along the shelf at Shipstern Bluff. We will then walk to Tunnel Bay, returning via the new track. Meet at Somerville St, Sorell, for an 8.30 am departure. Bring full wet weather gear and water. Return driving distance 220 km. Prospectives welcome. Please book.

14 Mar – Tue April Circular Closing Circular items must be in by 1 pm on this date. They can be emailed to the Circular Editor at [email protected].

15 Mar Wed Taroona and Alum Cliffs Walk SM 9 km 4.5 hrs Tony Cook 6228 4986 [email protected] We will meet at 10 am at Taroona Beach (off Taroona Cres) to walk along the beaches up to the cliff track, on to the Shot Tower track, then down to the cliff edge. If the party wishes, we could proceed down to the tessellated pavement for further inspection. Return same way. Recommended for prospectives. Please book. Phone in the evenings, or email anytime. 18 MARCH 2017

15 Mar Wed White Beach to Curio Bay MM 18 km 260 m 6 hrs Graham Sargison 0417 548 379 Port Arthur 1:25,000 [email protected] This walk is around the coast from White Beach to Curio Bay and return, with 260 m of climb and two fence crossings. Meet the coordinator at Somerville St, Sorell, opposite the police station by 8.30 am to depart for White Beach, Nubeena. Approx. return driving distance 200 km. Anyone requiring transport, please contact the coordinator. Bring wet weather gear and water. Pace medium. Prospectives welcome. Please book

16 Mar Thu Nevada Peak LM 12 km 900 m 7 hrs Geoff Morffew 6247 6468 or 0427 232 174 Tyenna/Nevada [email protected] This peak is in the centre of the Snowy Range, west of Judbury. The first section through forest can be muddy in places but the remainder and alpine area below the peak is better. Subject to time and weather, we will return via Wooleys Tarn, with an optional side trip to Wetpants Peak. Some off-track walking and minor rock-hopping is involved. A moderate pace should make all objectives possible. Meet at Fitzroy Gardens ready to leave by 7 am. Return driving distance is nearly 200 km, much of which is on gravel roads, then rough Forestry roads. Prospective members welcome. Please book.

17 Mar Fri Pipeline Track SNQ 4 km 10 m 2 hrs Sylvia Ledger 6228 0410 A pleasant walk on track. Slow pace. Meet at Fern Tree Quarry at 10.30 am.

18 Mar Sat Cathedral Rock Montagu Circuit MM 12 km 600 m 8 hrs Jim Anderson 0418 347 868 Wellington Walks/Longley [email protected] In good weather this trip offers expansive southerly views and a pleasant walk through sub-alpine forest. There is track all the way but some sections are steep and loose, calling for care in descent. By starting at Andersons Road we will make this a gentler walk than the usual steep climb from the North West Bay River. Pace will be medium. Full wet weather gear required. Bring water. Prospectives should contact the coordinator. Depart Fitzroy Crescent at 8.30 am. Approx. driving distance 45 km.

18 Mar Sat Gretna SE 7.5 km 100 m 4 hrs Joan Cripps 6249 1462 This is a pleasant walk in the country by the Derwent. A fairly easy walk. Meet at Granton to move off at 9.30 am. Easy pace. MARCH 2017 19 18–22 Mar EXT Tarkine MM Rupert Manners 0417 921 310 [email protected] The TSO is doing Ode to Nellie Melba at Zeehan on 18 March. So, on that day we drive to Zeehan, climb Mt Zeehan in the afternoon and go to the Gaiety Theatre in the evening. (Make your own booking.) The next day we go north to Corinna and climb Mt Donaldson. We then continue north to Sundown Point and Arthur River. The walks would be day walks and on the shorter side but we would move camp most nights. Full wet weather gear required. Number limit. Suitable for fit prospectives. Please book by 4 March.

19 Mar Sun The Watcher, Mt Field National Park MM 400 m 6 hrs Helen Daly 0428 435 363 Dobson 1:25,000 [email protected] Meet at Fitzroy Gardens for 8.30 am departure. From Lake Dobson, a steep climb to Rodway Range then boulder field to K Col area. Confidence with rock-hopping ability and good fitness essential. Full wet weather gear and all food and drink requirements need to be carried. This area, on a good day, has excellent views of surrounding mountains. In the event of poor weather an alternative destination will be offered. Return driving distance 200 km. Prospective members, please ring coordinator.

20 Mar Toddlers Toddle NQ Dianne Martin 0428 545 450 or 6225 3731 Allum Cliffs walk, Kingston. Turn off Channel Highway at Tyndall Ave and meet at the dog beach car park by 10 am for a toddle up the Allum Cliffs track. Bring a snack and expect to finish at noon. Visitors welcome.

20 Mar Mon Acton Park/Roches Beach SE 8.6 km 200 m 3–3.5 hrs Margaret McDonald 0417 593 681 or 6248 7808 Following Tangara trails through Acton Park we'll walk to Roches Beach for lunch. There's a short, steepish climb up the side of Single Hill; our effort will be rewarded with great views. Pace slow/medium, to suit the group. Meet at the top of Tara Drive (opposite no.185) in Acton Park. Departure 10.15. Prospectives welcome. Please book.

21 Mar Tue Lagoon Bay, Tasman Monument ME 13 km 4 hrs Gill Mosmann 0400 875 771 Tasman National Park [email protected] Meet in the car park opposite the police station in Somerville St, Sorell, to carpool and leave at 8 am. We drive to Dunalley then cross private property, Bangor, to start the walk. Thanks to Vanessa and Matt Dunbabin for allowing us access. We walk along Lagoon Bay and Two Mile Beach to reach Tasman Monument. Bring water and $10 entry fee to Bangor. Bring water. Return driving distance 80 km. 20 MARCH 2017

22 Mar Wed Pottery Road SE 8 km 200 m 4 hrs Margaret Gibbs 0400 069 140 Wellington Walks [email protected] We will meet at 10 am and park in Pottery Rd. Turn left from Augusta Rd into Pottery Rd, and travel 1 km until you are just past Copley Rd. The signpost for Pottery Rd appears to be missing at the moment, but it is the extension of Giblin St. We will walk 1.2 km and then we are in the bush. It will be a circular route on mostly good tracks, with a few bike trails thrown in. This walk offers attractive views of Mt Wellington and views of Glenorchy. Nothing too steep. Wear strong boots. We will be in the Wellington Park at times. Prospectives, please book.

22 Mar Wed Blakes Opening MM 20 km 150 m 5 hrs Warwick Risby 6225 1711 Picton This is an undulating walk along a shady deep valley, at times adjacent to the Huon River. The HWC has recently cleared the track so we will try to have lunch on the river rocks near Blakes Opening. It’s a longish walk, with possible lyrebird sightings. Bring lunch, water and raincoat. Meet at Fitzroy Gardens in time to arrange carpooling to depart at 8 am, or be waiting at Summerleas Road and Huon Hwy, Kingston by 8.10 am, ready to meet the town group for further carpooling. Return driving distance 180 km.

23 Mar Thu Lime Bay Circuit MM 16 km 70 m John Gora 0400 301 290 [email protected] This is a pleasant coastal circuit through some interesting geology. With low tide near noon, I am hoping to walk along the foreshore rocks where possible, so it might be advisable to bring along a pair of surf shoes. There is an alternative route through ferns on dry ground. Bring water. Meet at Fitzroy Gardens at 7.30 am or at Sorell (opposite the police station) at 8 am. Please let me know if you intend meeting at Sorell in case bad weather forces a change of plan. Departure 7.30 am.

23 Mar Thu Circular Production Volunteers are required to assist in preparation of circulars for mailing. This is followed by a sociable cuppa with friends. Work starts at 7.30 pm and usually finishes about 9 pm. Please bring a small supper contribution. This will be at the home of Lyn Reid, 9 Dresden St, Sandy Bay.

MARCH 2017 21 24 Mar Fri Geilston Bay SNQ 3 km 2 hrs Rinda Burgess 6223 3610 Meet at the Geilston Bay Boat Club at the end of De Bomfords Lane. We will have morning tea there, then head around to Anzac Park on Lindisfarne Point where we will have lunch. Return the same way. Pace slow. Bring suitable gear for an autumn walk.

25 Mar Sat Mt Pleasant SE 6.5 km 150 m 3 hrs Christine Wright 0407 730 968 [email protected] A short, pleasant, slow-paced circuit walk with lovely views. After a brief uphill section, we will walk on the Mt Pleasant track and connecting roads until we reach a dead end, which we will explore. There is the possibility of a walk extension if desired. Meet at Kingston View Drive, overflow car park opposite the Kingborough Sports Centre. Departure 10.30 am.

25 Mar Sat Arthurs Peak LM 19 km 200 m 6–7hrs Kathleen McLaren 0407 507 835 Tasman/Storm Bay From Fortescue Bay we’ll walk the Cape Pillar track, which is a gentle uphill and flatish combination, and turn off to Arthurs Peak. This section is mostly flat along button grass plains until the short ascent to Arthurs Peak and ocean views. The return will be along the new track back to the main track, then a gentle downhill return to Fortescue Bay. Pace will be medium/fast. Bring water and wet weather gear. Meet at Sorell, opposite the police station. Departure 8.30 am. Return driving distance 200 km. Prospectives, please book.

26 Mar Sun Crescent Bay, Mt Brown MM 10.4 km 174 m 5 hrs Lee Douglas 6225 5361 A scenic and varied walk on the Peninsula. Beginning at Dog Bark Creek, we will follow the coastline (mostly tracked, with some rock-hopping) around to Crescent Bay. We will have lunch on Mt Brown. Then it is a steep but short walk down to the track and back to the cars. Bring lunch, water and wet weather gear. Depart Fitzroy Gardens at 8 am or meet at Sorell opposite the police station, Somerville St for 8:30 am departure. Prospectives welcome. Please book by 25 March.

27 Mar Mon Toddlers Toddle NQ 2 km 20 m John Gora 0400 301290 [email protected] Meet at 10 am at the car park at Shoobridge Bend on the Mt Wellington Road for a toddle along to the Octopus Tree. Back by noon. Give me a ring if the weather looks bad – we might be able to arrange an alternative toddle. 22 MARCH 2017 27 Mar Mon Mt Nelson SE 9 km 320 m 4 hrs Clodagh Jones 0409 501 976 Street Atlas Taroona [email protected] Meet at the end of Lambert Avenue for a 10 am departure. Up Lambert Gully to the Bicentennial Reserve and follow the track up to the Signal Station on Mt Nelson, returning a slightly different way. Some road walking. Good shoes/boots. Bring wet weather gear, lunch, water and snacks. Suitable for prospectives.

28 Mar Tue Bluff River Gorge MM 15 km 100 m 6 hrs Roger Hurd 0448 296 922 [email protected] Meet at Sorell in Somerville Street opposite the police station ready to depart at 9 am. We will try to walk the full circuit if the river level is kind. It is a hidden gem of a walk with some steep side slopes to negotiate. Carry water and wet weather gear. Fit prospectives welcome. Please book with coordinator.

29 Mar Wed Fern Tree to Junction Cabin SE 8 km 200 m 4 hrs Margaret Gibbs 0400 069 140 [email protected] Meet at 10 am at the Ferntree Quarry. Park nearby if the car park is full. We will walk to The Springs for morning tea and then proceed on a gradual graded track to Junction Cabin for lunch. Be prepared for changeable weather. Prospectives welcome. Please book.

29 Mar Wed Crescent Bay, Mt Brown MM 10.4 km 174 m 5 hrs Ken Chilcott 0458 281 673 or 6228 1673 Great walk on the Peninsula, starting at Dog Bark Creek, around the foreshore track to Crescent Bay and on to the Mt Brown summit for lunch. Magnificent views, birds and their nests and perhaps a ferry or two to spot on the way. Back to the cars via Remarkable Cave. Bring bathers. Meet coordinator at car park opposite the police station at Sorell to carpool and be ready to proceed at 8.30 am. Contact coordinator if transport from Hobart is required. Prospectives most welcome. Please phone coordinator.

30 Mar Thu Tunnel Bay Circuit MM 14 km 600 m 5.5 hrs Ruth Raward 0431 887 354 Tasman NP [email protected] There is now an alternative route to Tunnel Bay, thanks to the landowners, so walkers can now do a circuit. Bring clothing for all conditions and a good supply of water. Medium pace. Meet at Sorell opposite the police station in Somerville St for departure at 8 am. Approximate driving distance 220 km. Prospectives, please book. MARCH 2017 23

31 Mar Fri Cornelian Bay SNQ 3 km 20 m 2 hrs Sylvia Ledger 6228 0410 Two short walks from Cornelian Bay. First uphill, to lookout to the bridge and Government House. We will have morning tea other side of the bay and then walk to boatsheds. Meet 10.30 am at riverside car park at Cornelian Bay.

31 Mar – 2 Apr EXT Picton Traverse MR Rupert Manners 0417 921 310 [email protected] This is a second attempt, the weather being too ordinary on the first attempt. It requires some good weather as we will be camping at altitude in an exposed area. On the first day we will head up Mt Picton and camp somewhere near Steanes Tarn; the second day we will do the traverse to Mt Chapman camping somewhere on the way. On the third day we will go up Mt Chapman and Burgess Bluff and back to the cars. There is a rough track up Mt Picton and down from Burgess Bluff. The bit in between will be off track with a fair bit of scrub. Full wet weather gear required. Numbers limit. Book with the leader by 10th March. If the weather is poor I will choose another walk at lower altitude.

1 Apr Sat Oast House walk SE 4 hrs Cathie Sargeant 6261 1005 Meet at boat ramp – turn right before New Norfolk town boundary. Morning tea before walking to Oast House No. 1 in Tynwald Park. If party agree can walk along Lachlan River path to view community garden. Then walk along Derwent River foreshore to Turiff Lodge and Oast House No. 2. Lunch on the Esplanade. Return the way we came but up the 97 steps this time. Prospectives welcome. Please book. Departure at 10 am.

1 Apr Sat Shipstern Bluff MM 14 km 100 m 5 hrs Helen Daly 0428 435 363 Raoul 1:25,000 Meet at Somerville St, Sorell, for 9 am departure. If needing a lift from town contact the coordinator. This is a great destination on the Tasman Peninsula. We will go to Shipstern Bluff, Tunnel Bay and complete the newly opened circular track. All food and water requirements need to be carried. Wet weather gear also. Suitable for fit members. There is only one decent hill to be climbed. Return driving distance 200km

24 MARCH 2017 2 Apr Sun North Bruny Scenic Circuit MM 19 km 5.5 hrs Phil Watson 6248 5445 or 6245 8619 or 0419 012 162 [email protected] The trail starts from north of Barnes Bay atop the ridgeline overlooking the D’Entrecasteaux Channel and heads down to Nebraska Beach. A circuit along the foreshore of Dennes Point and the track passes over Youngs Hill, which provides a panorama of the entrance to the Derwent River. From there, we drop down into Bull Bay where, over lunch, we can inspect the remains of a former whaling station. The return trip to the vehicles follows a bush track looking over Patricks Bight to Storm Bay and beyond. It’s a 5.5-hr circuit, including stops. On a clear day the scenery from the various vantage points along the route is unsurpassed. There is no water along the way so bring 2 litres. Gaiters are advisable. Lightweight boots will be OK. Include wet and warm clothing in case. Meet at the car park at the junction of Summerleas Road and the Huon Highway at 6.45 am. The cost of crossing is $33, or less if you can show the relevant card. This cost and fuel can be shared by carpooling, say, $15 pp. Estimated return to Hobart at 4 pm.

3 Apr Mon Kaoota Tramway ME 12 km 300 m descent 5 hrs Jim Anderson 0418 347 868 or 6234 7497 Huonville, Kingborough tracks [email protected] We will explore part of the scenic and historic tramway track, which carried coal from Kaoota to Margate between 1906 and 1922. The walk is gently graded through varied bushland. Pace medium. Recommended for prospectives. Please book. Bring water and wet weather gear. Meet at Margate train. Departure at 9.30 am. Return driving distance 35 km.

3 Apr Mon Toddlers Toddle NQ 2 km 20 m 2 hrs Angela Devine 0427 496 589 Please meet at the lower Cascade Gardens car park on Degraves Street for a walk along the rivulet. Walk will start at 10 am and should finish by noon. Slow.

4 Apr Tue Churchills Hut MM Kerry Scott 0409 806 104 [email protected] Contact trip coordinator for details.

MARCH 2017 25 Forward, Overnight and Extended Trips 12–14 Apr EXT Cape Pillar MM Carolynne Smith 0403 914 206 [email protected] The dates were chosen to avoid the Easter crowds. A comfortable two-night walk to enjoy the spectacular scenery of the cape. Base camp about four to five hours from cars. Day return walk to the cape. All on good to very good tracks, though there will be one or two short steep hills for us. Number limited by tent sites. Please contact for details by email, text or phone and book by 2 April. Return driving distance 200 km.

27 Apr – 4 May EXT Penguin Cradle Trail MM Rupert Manners 0417 921 310 or 6292 1310 [email protected] This walk goes from the coastal town of Penguin to the start of the Overland Track at Cradle Valley. It crosses low, forested ranges and then goes through the rugged Leven Canyon and then over the Black Bluff range to Cradle Valley, a total distance of about 80 km. The standard varies from easy to a more difficult section through the canyon. The route crosses the Black Bluff Range, which is best done in reasonable weather. Depending on the forecast we might do the walk the other way from Cradle to Penguin. Suitable for fit prospectives. Full wet weather gear required. Portable fuel stoves required. Number limit. Book with the coordinator by 14 April.

18–21 May EXT Miena Base Camp MR Rupert Manners 0417 921 310 or 6292 1310 [email protected] This is a base camp staying at a fisherman's shack in Miena. The peaks on the agenda are Jilletts Tier, Billop Bluff, Mt Patrick, Mt Penny West and Split Rock. There are also other peaks that could be explored if there is time and inclination. Some of the walks are quite short so we may do a couple to fill in the day. Most of these will be off-track so expect some scrub and rock; hopefully, not too much. The accommodation will cost around $35 per person per night, depending on final numbers. We will go out to the pub for one night. Full wet weather gear required. Number limit. Suitable for fit prospectives. Book with the coordinator by 4 May.

15–18 Jun EXT Frenchmans Cap MR Rupert Manners 0417 921 310 or 6292 1310 [email protected] We will walk to Lake Vera Hut on Day 1. On Day 2 we will walk to Tahune Hut and if the weather is clear climb the Cap. On Day 3 we will climb the Cap if we did not do it on Day 2, and then walk back down to Lake Vera Hut. On Day 4 we will walk out. I am planning to stay in a hut each night. I am hoping for a bit of snow but it might be too early. Full wet weather gear required. Portable fuel stoves required. Number limit. Suitable for fit prospectives. Book with the coordinator by 1 June. 26 MARCH 2017 TRIP REPORTS 8 Dec Montrose, Old Beach, Pontville Kevin Smith Seven determined cyclists battled wind and rain but were not deterred in their quest for a ride and pub lunch at Pontville!

15 Dec Grove to Ranelagh John McDonald John McDonald, Margaret McDonald, David Pears, Les Crompton, Sharon West, Christine Spry, Nick Hume, Tony Rae, Jane Monaghan, Maggie McKerracher, Gill Mosmann

21 Dec Boronia Beach/Hill Jeanette Brown It was a great walk for all but the leader who slipped and injured her knee! Felicity took over the leadership role while Jeanette was driven home. Jeanette’s early departure from the walk meant that afternoon tea was served and ready when the 20 walkers arrived at the end of the walk.

23–31 Dec Cruisy Xmas Escape – South Coast Track Andreas Hack A very luvly Xmas escape with unbelievable weather was had by Susanne, Esther, Tom and Andreas. It often felt like we were in the tropics rather than Tassie. Only one day of rain, which we spent mostly at Louisa Bay. We even briefly thought about camping on top of the Ironbounds. Pics have been posted at HWC Facebook page. The only minor issue was the lack of reliable water at the Prion Beach boat crossing camp. The Milford Creek bypass due to beach erosion near the New River Lagoon outflow was not nearly as bad as many told us. It adds maybe 20 minutes walking time. Thanks everyone for a fab trip. Should do this sort of thing more often!

24 Dec Peter Murrell Res/Tinderbox Hills Midj Jones An enjoyable walk to relax and soak in views before the rigours of Christmas Day and a welcome interlude between the rushed Christmas Eve shopping of Saturday morning and the frantic last-minute shopping of Saturday afternoon. Unusual sightings included a close- up swoop of a wedge-tailed eagle, a flop-eared escapee pet bunny and an incipient sea fog beginning to roll up to the River Derwent.

2 Jan Toddlers Toddle Angela Devine The weather was fine and 24 adults and children enjoyed a leisurely stroll northwards from Cornelian Bay and back through the emery to the playground.

3–12 Jan The Spires Andrew Davey David Young graciously offered help to boat walkers over Lake Gordon – thanks. The trip went well but for some health and heat effects. Dale, Rohan, Grant, Angela & Andrew did most of the scrub-bashing. Day 1: boated over Lake Gordon with help of David Young, walked steeply up Pleiades to camp in a saddle near a stream. Day 2: walked north to first three lakes north of the ridge from Pokana to Shining areas. Day 3: warm to hot walk to Font and ascended the local Abels, camped a little north of Font with splendid views. Day 4: lake to high plateau near Shining overlooking Spires, ascending Conical and MARCH 2017 27 Shining. Day 5: to Font, ascended Flame, Flame Peak and False Dome, then camped near small pool above Font to north. Day 6: (warm) Innes High Rocky and Philps LO. Day 7: (very windy, minor drizzle) returned past Shining to lake of day 2. Day 8: ascended Pokana Peak on the way to Lake Gordon for exit before forecast strong winds for some days. Andrew made three boat trips until just after sunset to transfer as many walkers over Lake Gordon as safe. The first trip was rough in places. Day 9: the few remaining walkers were transferred across Lake Gordon in two trips. All walkers returned home via a late morning tea stop. All found it a hard trip. We were most fortunate to have great weather but for all but a few hours of the trip. The difficulties due to health or fitness were handled without impairing the trip, which eventually exceeded time expectations due to the good efforts of most. (Even the Coordinator suffered a prolonged reaction due to a soy- containing food.) Some reported their best walking trip ever.

4 Jan Shipstern and Tunnel Bay area Bernd Janisch On a fine day with perfect walking conditions, 33 contented walkers completed the first circuit walk in years into the Shipstern and Tunnel Bay area. The recently opened section had nice sections of forest and a good, relatively easy track to follow, made all the more memorable by several steep ascents.

7 Jan MONA Margaret Gibbs A small group on a very hot day enjoyed learning more about the Glenorchy Art and Sculpture Park.

9 Jan Sandy Bay to Hobart Rob Hill I know a loss of 10 per cent of walkers being acceptable is a (untruthful) Club myth, but over 50 per cent is unthinkable! However, leaders of urban walks must accept the attrition of punters. (‘Just going to catch the bus home here!’ is inevitable). A great walk. Nobody took the swim option. A person in a hi-vis yellow coat on the real Blinking Billy (washing off the seagull poo no doubt) made me speculate that a certain member may have taken ‘morning tea at Blinking Billy’ literally – but no. The remaining 5 of the 11 walkers selected to do the optional beach walk around Battery Point. A very low tide made this easy. Again an SE turns into an SM. Ah, well!

9 Jan Toddlers Toddle Helen Dalla-Fontana Seventeen of us walked to the morning tea spot under the pine trees. The male children made a fort (not wanting help from the girls), and then 14 continued to the end of the walk, three returning to the cars early.

10 Jan Cape Queen Elizabeth Jill Andrews After morning tea on Mars Bluff we proceeded to check out the ‘cardboard goblet’. All in order there, we set off to the wonderful views from the cape at lunchtime. A couple of black snakes seen but luckily no close encounters. A bracing swim capped off a lovely day as the low tide allowed us to get around the rocks.

28 MARCH 2017 11 Jan Whalers Lookout Jenny Ford Forty people enjoyed a lovely day on the East Coast. Some went swimming at Cockle Bay. Most of us had lunch on top of Whalers Lookout. We were not able to cross over the lagoon entrance – it was too wide and deep! Thank you very much to the two landowners who gave us permission to walk on their land. We appreciate their kindness.

11–15 Jan Tyndalls and Mt Murchison Rupert Manners The Tyndalls part of the trip was fantastic. We climbed to the Plateau on the Wednesday and on the Thursday, in very atmospheric mist, we GPSed our way to Mt Geikie. We didn't go to the summit. In the afternoon the mist cleared and we went up Mt Tyndall, with its fantastic views. We descended on the Friday in pouring horizontal rain and retired to Mary Cuthbertson's Queenstown cottage – a wonderful relief from the weather. The rain continued on the Saturday so we gave up on Mt Murchison and drove home, visiting Nelson Falls, Donaghue Lookout and an art exhibition at Lake St Clair.

12–14 Jan Teds Beach base camp John Kerrison Cancelled due to weather forecast.

14 Jan Mt Sprent Carolynne Smith Unfavourable forecast. Mt Sprent not an option. Three adventurers had a good 5.5-hour return leg stretch along Holley Rd in search of Gilbert Leitch Huon Pine Reserve. The ‘road’ is being reclaimed by vegetation, and the signage announcing the reserve is not evident. Lunch was had ‘who knows where’ on a log in the forest with friendly leeches. Nevertheless, an outing of mystery suitable for a rainy day. Had a relaxing, therapeutic swim in the pool, then suitable dinner at Lake Pedder Lodge.

14 Jan Dog Walk – Lowestoft Bay to Windermere Bay Dawn Hendrick Despite the blustery conditions eight humans and eight canines set off on a 6 km walk from the now vacant Berriedale caravan park to Windermere Bay. There was much dashing about and jumping in and out of the water (by dogs only!).

14 Jan Mays Beach Mary Foster Three walkers started off in gale-force winds, we were met by two late comers just before morning tea. By the time we got half way the winds had abated, but the tide was very high. We had a leisurely lunch on the northern end of Mays Beach, then back to the cars.

15 Jan Adamsons Peak Paul Geeves This was a trip to one of the iconic peaks of southern Tasmania. Ten walkers formed our party. The mostly fine weather made for an enjoyable trip to the summit. We did not proceed beyond the summit, as it was too windy on top to do so. We did get fairly good views from the top. We were back at the cars by 5 pm.

MARCH 2017 29 16 Jan Roches Beach to Seven Mile Beach Garry Hulme A small but perfectly formed group of four set off from Roches Beach at 10 am. A short amble saw us taking morning tea at 10.30 and arriving at Seven Mile Beach by 11.30. To ease the stress of such exertion we had a refreshing swim followed by lunch. The trip back along the cliff top track was scenic and relaxing. As advertised, SE indeed.

17 Jan Mt Fortescue Circuit Kerry Scott We all had a great walk along this magnificent coastline. Along the way we stopped in at Retakunna and the ranger (Jess) allowed us to have a good look at the site. Had lunch on top of Mt Fortescue and then enjoyed the wonderful forest atmosphere on the way to Cape Hauy junction. Thanks all for your assistance and cooperation on this walk.

18 Jan Two Huts Tasman Peninsula Warwick Risby Eighteen walkers completed the day in 6.5 hrs on a cooler and, at times, very windy day. Highlights were visiting the two huts. At Retakunna, the friendly lady ranger provided helpful info as we inspected the comfortable sleeping cabins and spotlessly clean kitchen and dining area. We then continued to the Munro site with similar facilities, where viewing from the helipad provided rewarding coastal views during our lunch stop. Returning the same way on the Old Cape Pillar track, one member had an unfortunate bloody fall but recovered quickly. We were treated to seeing an echidna, tiger snake and a small flock of yellow-tailed black cockatoos during the day – very exciting for our 14-year-old visitor from WA under the President's responsibility. A late arvo tea was enjoyed at Fortescue Bay before returning home from a great day's walk.

18 Jan Mount Elizabeth Judy Bond In Judy Bond's enforced absence on the high seas, Felicity Walch and Jeanette Brown took on leadership of this walk, hoping that between them they could remember the route. This proved a false hope, but the summit was reached after an impromptu steep uphill bush bash, changing this walk from SE to SM (or SR!). There was brief panic at lunch when only 29 were accounted for but another count made it to the 30 who had signed on. To the leaders' considerable relief, one of our 30 found a track (thank you again!) to get the party from the summit to the cars. Thank you everyone for your patience and humour!

18 Jan Slide Track Working Bee Rupert Manners Six Club members and six Bruny Islanders combined to re-clear the Slide Track. The winter winds and rain had made the section by Haulage Bay particularly bad but the whole track is pretty clear now.

19 Jan Orana Picnic Bob Wyatt Fifty-four members (mostly cyclists!) enjoyed the picnic at Orana with a BBQ. Phyl outlined the history of the camp and reported that the Club had been picnicking there for 34 years.

30 MARCH 2017 19 Jan Orana Picnic Jenny Ford We rode from Lauderdale Canal to Seven Mile Beach, Pittwater Rd junction for morning tea, then back to Orana to join, then picnic and swim. We had a lovely day. Thank you to the Orana organisers – a 25 km ride.

19 Jan Mt Brown, Crescent Bay Stacy Kirkby Delightful walk in a beautiful part of the world on a perfect day. Unexpected meeting of Pandani Club on the summit of Mt Brown meant we found new lunch spot on the cliff edge above the climbers cliffs – gave us spectacular views.

21 Jan Lambert Gully and Mt Nelson Wendy Pearson Twelve walkers completed a circuit on Mt Nelson. We left from Lambert Ave, climbed up steps in Lambert Gully and had lunch at the Signal Station. After lunch we used different tracks to return. Pleasant, cool conditions on this four-hour walk.

22 Jan Mt Wedge Lee Douglas Fabulous summer weather with wonderful views all around. Quite a few trees over the forest track. This was a first visit for some people in the group.

23 Jan Dog Walk Seven Mile Beach Rob Hill Seven people, five dogs, a lovely wide beach and pleasant company. David showed us a nice shady lunch spot in the dunes, complete with table.

24 Jan Bicentennial Park, Mt Nelson Jane Long Despite threats of high winds and showers, a fine walk with some impressive views was enjoyed by the cheerful group of 27 walkers. A couple of solid hills got hearts pumping and lungs puffing!

26 Jan Huonville, Judbury Gail Friesen Twenty riders (a record for the moderate easy group) enjoyed a very pleasant cycle through the Huon countryside on Australia Day. Instead of lamingtons, the highlight of morning tea was Dianne's rhubarb cake.

26 Jan Tinpot Island Jim Baptist Australia Day! Did this in a figure of eight circuit (if you can have such a thing!) to include Pauls Hill and to take advantage of the lower tide for the coastal section. Bit windy but we found sheltered spots for food and drink stops. Adventurous group of 17 completed the walk in six hours covering 16 km.

28 Jan South Arm Josephine Petrov Fifteen walkers and one prospective member enjoyed a pleasant walk on a mild day around South Arm. We were able to climb Ben Hill having garnered permission, which gave us a 360-degree view of the surrounding countryside. No swimming as the day deteriorated at lunchtime! An enjoyable day out. MARCH 2017 31 CYCLING PROGRAM All rides at own risk.

Cycling classifications MOD Moderate – Undulating, but rideable by most people.

INT Intermediate – Steeper in parts, but not excessively difficult.

CHA Challenging – Route contains long steep hills that may necessitate some riders walking.

Bike Type Road (R), Mountain (M), Touring (T), All (A)

DIFFICULTY, RIDES

Tuesday Pace considerate. Generally, longer and suited to a faster paced cyclist. Rides commence at 10 am sharp unless otherwise stated. Riders are asked to familiarise themselves with the route on the day. For those who may be late then they will be able to catch up with the group. No need to book. For more information or if the weather is doubtful please phone the Coordinator. For general information about rides, please phone Chris Howard on 0418 243 200.

Thursday Rides catering for slow cyclists. Short Easy Enquiries to Coordinator for each ride if needed. Rides For general information about rides please phone Chris Schokman on 6225 2213.

Thursday Rides are at a considerate pace and are 25–40 km long Medium Easy approximately. Rides 10 am departure from venue, unless otherwise stated.

Enquires to the ride Coordinator for each ride, if needed. For general information please contact ride programmers David Pears 0409 616 384 or Margaret McDonald 0417 593 681.

Thursday Rides Programmer Helen Daly 0428 435 363 Moderate Meet at venue in time for a 10 am sharp departure. Enquiries to Rides Coordinator for each ride if needed. Moderate pace with morning tea and lunch breaks. Usual ride length from 35 to 50 km.

32 MARCH 2017 Cycling Program 2 Mar Thu Salmon Ponds SE/cyc TBA Meet at Granton Reserve to start at 10 am.

2 Mar Thu Acton Park to Sorell ME/cyc 38 km John McDonald 62487808 Route: via Seven Mile Beach, Tasman Highway, Penna Road, Shark Point Road. Return via both causeways, Seven Mile Beach etc. Meet at Corner Axiom Way and Seven Mile Beach Rd.

2 Mar Thu Cremorne to Opossum Bay Mod/cyc 45 km John Cornwell 0424 674 790 From Cremorne (behind beach) via South Arm to Opossum Bay. Return either direct or via Gellibrand Drive and Rifle Range Road. Opportunity to go for a swim!

4–8 Mar EXT Fingal Cycle Camp Mod/cyc John Cornwell 0424 674 790 or 6247 2231 Fingal Cycle Camp. Free camping, toilets, showers and BBQ. For more info ring John Cornwell. Day rides from base camp.

7 Mar Tue Woodbridge Saddle Cha/cyc 56 km 800 m 3.5 hrs Chris Ireland 0438 809 812 Meet at 4 Oyster Court, Kettering. Route: Woodbridge, Woodbridge Saddle, Deep Bay, Verona Sands. Gordon, return to Kettering. Depart at 10 am. Bring Bikes A.

9 Mar Thu Judbury SE/cyc Nick Hume 6225 5361 [email protected] Meet at Apex Park, Huonville.

9 Mar Thu Salmon Ponds to Glenora ME/cyc 27 km Margaret McDonald 0417 593681 Route: via Salmon Ponds Rd., Glenora Rd. and Gordon River Rd. Return same way. A short but hilly ride. Meet at 10 am at Granton car park. There we'll drive to the start of the ride at Salmon Ponds.

MARCH 2017 33 9 Mar Thu Pontville, Richmond, Tea Tree Mod/cyc 48 km Sue Hunt 0437 707 996 From Pontville rest area (right-hand side if travelling north) via Ford and Tea Tree Rds to Campania. Finger Post and Prosser Rds to Richmond. Return via Middle Tea Tree Rd.

14 Mar Tue Richmond int/cyc 60 km 603 m 3.15 hrs Richard Whittington 0439 777 701 Meet at Franklin St car park, Richmond. Route: Richmond, Prossers Rd, White Kangaroo Road, Estate Rd, Campania, Colebrook, Richmond. Departure 10 am. Bring Bikes A.

16 Mar Thu Berriedale SE/cyc Tony Rae 6224 5675 Contact coordinator for details.

16 Mar Thu Intercity Cycleway to Risdon Brook Dam ME/cyc 35 km Libbie Davies 0408 544 167 Cycleway to Claremont; then road and tracks to Risdon Brook Dam. Return via Montrose to cycleway. Meet at Cornelian Bay car park on left, nearest rail line.

16 Mar Thu Cradoc, Glaziers Bay, Drip Beach Mod/cyc 43 km Maggy Hunter 0417 011 857 From Cradoc (Cradoc Park on right when coming from Huonville) via Glaziers Bay and Lower Wattle Grove to Drip Beach. Return either direct or via Cygnet. Some unsealed sections of road.

18–25 Mar EXT NW Cycle Tour mod/cyc 340 km Linda Cook 6228 4986 [email protected] This is a very popular cycle tour and most of the cycling is on flattish, quiet country roads. We will meet inside JJs Bakery, Campbell Town, at 8.30 am to have morning tea; then depart in convoy to park our cars on private property at Valley Field. Day 1: Valley Field to Bracknell, 51 km. Day 2: to the Cosy Corner Caravan Park at Quamby Bluff, 31 km. Day 3: to Caveside, 50 km. Day 4: Rest day. Day 5: Tour De Caveside, 50–60 km option. Day 6: to Westbury via Deloraine's back roads, 64 km. Day 7: to Longford's Riverside Caravan Park, 50 km. Day 8: returning to Valley Field, 34 km. 34 MARCH 2017 This tour is recommended for fit prospectives, and I'm happy to accommodate anyone with time restrictions. Most of the food can be bought along the way, and the pace will always be considerate. Bring your bathers. Bookings essential. Additional information via email is preferred, or phone in the evenings.

21 Mar Tue Geeveston int/cyc 55 km 900 m 3.1 hrs Rick Mills 0408 233 342 [email protected] Meet at Geeveston (car park behind Forestry Centre). Route: Geeveston, Huon Hwy towards Hobart, Scotts Rd, Main Rd to Dover, Surges Bay, Surveyors Bay, Dover, Main Rd back to Geeveston. Depart at 10 am. Bring Bikes A.

23 Mar Thu Lachlan SE/cyc Malcolm Barron 0418 334 926 or 6243 8082 [email protected] Meet at Granton Reserve.

23 Mar Thu Elderslie to Hunting Ground ME/cyc Approx. 33 km Nick Hume 6225 5361 From Elderslie via Clifton Vale Road to Hunting Ground. Return via Cockatoo Gully Road. Mostly on good dirt road; some bitumen; one moderate hill. Meet at Granton Car Park. Departure 10 am.

23 Mar Thu North Bruny Island Mod/cyc 42 km Phil Whitham 0488123343 Meet at ferry terminal Kettering in time to catch 9.30 am ferry to Bruny Island. From Roberts Point, via Barnes Bay and Killora to Dennes Point. Return via Main Rd or via Barnes Bay. Some unsealed roads.

28 Mar Tue Cornelian Bay int/cyc 62 km 700 m 3.85 hrs Anne McLean 0424 518 327 [email protected] Meet at Cornelian Bay car park. Route: Intercity cycleway, turnoff to Glenorchy Pool, DEC, Bowen Bridge, Grasstree Hill; back Tea Tree Rd, Ford Rd, Pontville, Brighton, Bridgewater, Austins Ferry and return to Cornelian Bay. Depart at 10 am. Bring Bikes A.

30 Mar Thu Lindisfarne, Wentworth SE/cyc Mary Armsby 0427 281 404 or 6224 4479 Meet at Simmons Park, Lindisfarne.

MARCH 2017 35 30 Mar Thu Barnes Bay, Bruny Island ME/cyc 26 km 327 m Daryl Stewart 0427 481120 [email protected] Meet at car park, corner Channel Hwy and Ferry Rd. Kettering, 9.30 am for 10 am ferry. Route is via Lennon Rd, Bruny Is. Main Rd, Church Rd to Barnes Bay; then return via Missionary Rd and Lennon Rd to ferry terminal for 2 pm or 3 pm ferry. Meet at Kettering ferry terminal. Departure 9.30 am. Additional cost: $6 per person for the ferry.

30 Mar Thu Lauderdale, Seven Mile Beach, Five Mile Beach Mod/cyc 38 km Helen Daly 0428 435 363 From Lauderdale Canal via Acton Rd, Roches Beach, Nowra Rd, Axiom Way, Seven Mile Beach Rd, Estate Drive, Acton Rd, Kennedy Drive, Tasman Hwy and Pittwater Rd to Five Mile Beach. Return via Seven Mile Rd, Axiom Way, Sirocco Court and track to Roches Beach Rd and Lauderdale.

4 Apr Tue Meadowbank Circuit int/cyc 68 km 1007 m 3.9 hrs Colin Finch 0418 123 065 [email protected] Meet at Bushy Park. Route: Bushy Park, Westerway, Ellendale, Meadowbank, Hamilton, Gretna, Bushy Park. Intermediate. Depart at 10 am. Bring Bikes A.

14–17 Apr EXT Caveside Easter Camp SE/mod/cyc Tony and Linda Cook 6228 4986 [email protected] The farm-based camp is located under the Great Western Tiers. Easter is serene, and in my opinion, Caveside is the best medicine in a bottle. There are many fabulous walks to do, and the quiet country roads offer champagne cycling. Easter is a little later this year, so please make sure you do have suitable clothing, and a pair of gumboots just in case of the odd shower. The camp is down in dear Joe Parsons' paddock and fresh water is available on tap. Toilets are located inside the Caveside Community Pool Complex, which is adjacent to the paddock (please bring your own toilet paper to avoid embarrassment). There are no shower facilities. I strongly recommend bringing your own portable BBQs etc. to help reduce dear old Joe's workload. Eskies are recommended. Feel free to pursue your own agendas or just relax with a book. The Cooks' Traditional Happy Hour is very popular, so bring your treats to share and enjoy the company of friends around the campfire at night. Bookings are required. Prospectives welcome. Emails preferred or phone in the evenings. 36 MARCH 2017

WHO’S WHO Executive Committee PRESIDENT Philip Le Grove 6224 4280 VICE-PRESIDENT Storm Foulkes 6229 2913 VICE-PRESIDENT Henk Brolsma 0409 238 757 SECRETARY Jane Long 6224 3639 ASSISTANT SECRETARY Lee Parker 0497 808 574 TREASURER John Kerrison 6228 6427 TRIP SECRETARY Rupert Manners 6292 1310 SKI & HUT SECRETARY Andrew Davey 6239 6178 MEMBERSHIP OFFICER Geoff O’Hara 0467 739 913 COMMITTEE Jill Finch 6225 4351 Andrew Furminger 0418 120 096 Kerry Scott 0409 806 104

Subcommittees TRIPS / RIDES Trips Secretary Rupert Manners 6292 1310 Trips Data Jill Finch 6225 4351 Programmers Overnight Paul Geeves 6231 5215 (Trips) W/E SE+ Day Trips Judy Bond 6253 6058 W/E MM+ Day Trips Chris Rathbone 6223 6757 Monday (Toddles) Helen Dalla-Fontana 6228 3718 Monday SE/SM Rob Hill 6247 6537 Tuesday John Dargue 0477 774 205 Wednesday Mary Jolly 6227 8506 Thursday John Kerrison 6228 6427 Midweek SE/SM Duncan Hamilton 6223 1659 Midweek SNQ Rinda Burgess 6223 3610 Dog Walks Dawn Hendrick 043 002 3693 Programmers Thursday SE Cecilia Eriksson 6234 7591 (Rides) Thursday Mod Helen Daly 0428 435 363 Thursday ME Margaret McDonald 6248 7808 David Pears 0409 616 384 Tuesday Int Chris Howard 6225 2670 SKI AND HUT Andrew Davey (Secretary), S Benham, M Benham, J Buzelin, A Holding, L Koolhof, F Koolhof, S Newbold. CIRCULAR If the Circular does not arrive, advise the Membership Officer in writing – GPO Box 753, Hobart 7001 or [email protected]. Coordinator: Jim Anderson (6234 7497), Lee Parker (Exec Rep). Editors: Stephanie Schulz (6223 2366), John Gora (6225 3483), Helen Bethune Moore (0402 354 653). EDITORIAL Helen Daly (Convener 6243 6370), Jill Finch (Exec Rep), J Adams, J Cannon, K Marriott, D Seymour, G Seymour, G Fitzgerald. ENVIRONMENT Paul Geeves (Convener 6231 5215), R Manners (Exec Rep), A Davey, D Jupe, P Watson. SEARCH RESCUE & TRAINING: Pam Powell (Convener 6223 5205 H, 6232 5216 W), MARCH 2017 37 J Cotton, S Denman, I Draper, C Rathbone, S Whitney, A Davey, K Scott (Exec Rep). SOCIAL Gill Fitzgerald (Convener 6234 4752), Storm Foulkes (Exec Rep), Trish Colles, Vonda Kerrison, Vicki Martin, Margaret Williams.

Search and Rescue Contacts In the event of overdue parties: phone Sue Denman (0417 566 670) or Chris Rathbone (6223 6757 H) or Pam Powell (6223 5205 H or 6232 5216 W) or Stuart Whitney (6234 7871 H)

HWC Email Addresses President: [email protected] Secretary: [email protected] Treasurer: [email protected] Membership Officer: [email protected] Trips Secretary: [email protected] Trips Data Officer: [email protected] Circular Editors: [email protected] Publications: [email protected] Delegates and Custodians Bush Walking Tasmania Andrew Davey 6239 6178 Clarence Tracks & Trails C’ttee Barry Ford 6243 8724 Club Archivist Alison Dargue 0474 255 373 Equipment Brian Haas 6228 4891 Gov’t/Parks & Wildlife Liaison Philip Le Grove 6224 4280 Rupert Manners 6292 1310 Hut Booking Officers Fred Koolhof 6225 4216 Simon Benham 6239 1104 Landowners Liaison Book Kevin Hogue 6244 4022 Adrian Jowett 6227 8318 Mail Officer Vicki Martin 6228 3228 Publications Sales Officer Ruth Raward 6244 4467 Southern Tas. Ski Association: Fred Koolhof 6225 4216 Andrew Davey 6239 6178 Liz Koolhof 6225 4216 Tasmanian Bicycle Council Inc. Linda & Tony Cook 6228 4986 Web Manager Chris Rathbone 6223 6757 IT Officer John Rowbottom 0418 144 307 Facebook Administrator Gill Mosmann [email protected]

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MARCH 2017 39 Club Objects The Club objects are to promote, encourage and organise walking and similar outdoor activities; to promote interest in flora, fauna and natural scenery in Tasmania; to provide training opportunities for members in navigation and bushcraft; provide a source of information on bushwalking in Tasmania to members and; to promote goodwill and social interaction amongst members. Joining the Club Persons aged 16 years and over can apply for prospective membership. To become a full member, three qualifying walks and an Essential Skills Day have to be completed within 12 months of joining. For further details, visit the Club website or contact the Membership Officer, Geoff O’Hara (0467 739 913) or email [email protected]. Risk The Club is a group of people who enjoy bushwalks and similar activities, with trips organised on a voluntary basis by and for Club members. Every trip coordinator is an unpaid volunteer who organises the walk for fellow Club members. They are not paid professionals with commensurate training and responsibility. Thus each trip member is responsible for their own safety, suitability of equipment and personal skills. Members and visitors take part in Club organised activities at their own risk. The Club does not offer qualified first aid. Club activities involve inherent risks and dangers. The published Walk Previews grade the level of difficulty and distance, and may indicate some risks. However, unanticipated and unavoidable hazards can occur which result in serious injury or property loss/damage. For example, weather can be unpredictable and change quickly, tracks become treacherous and accidents can happen. Liability Members acknowledge and agree that in applying to become a member (of whatever grade) or renewing that membership of the Club that the nature of the activities carried out by the Club and by participating voluntarily, freely and at their own risk, are such that it would be unreasonable for the Club or any of its members acting on its behalf to be in any way responsible for any injury, or death, to members or to damage to their property and members hereby, to the full extent permitted by law, waive all of their legal rights of action against and fully release the Club for loss, damage or injury or death or loss or damage to property howsoever arising out of or in relation to member’s participation in the activities conducted by the Club including without limitation, liability for any negligent or tortuous Act or omission or breach of statutory duty on the part of the Club, its office bearers or agents. Insurance and Legal Matters The Club insurance covers public liability, excluding member-to-member events, during Club activities. Members' vehicles are not covered. For further information write to the Secretary on constitutional or legal matters and the Treasurer on insurance matters.

If undeliverable, please return to: Hobart Walking Club Inc. POSTAGE GPO Box 753 PRINT HOBART TAS 7001 POST PAID AUSTRALIA Hobart Walking Club Inc. Circular PP 100007636

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