Events
For further details on how to attend our events as a visitor, and becoming a member, please contact our secretary at: secretary@essendonbwc.org.au.
Bungal State Forest
This is an interesting 12 -13 kilometre walk that takes in a small pocket of open forest wedged between Bungal Creek and the twisting Moorabool River East Branch. The walk starts on some four wheel drive tracks before following some unmarked trails along ridge tops where you have some good views of the river and nearby farmlands.
Boots, and poles are recommended.
Note : Meeting place for the start of the walk will be near the corner of Fergusons Lane and Egerton-Ballark Road Ballan. Look for cars parked on side of road.
Paradise Mill Circuit
Anglesea Perimeter Walk East
A lovley spring walk following the Anglesea River to the sea then gradually climbing the surrounding hills to scenic lookouts before descending to the outskirts of town. After crossing the main road we climb some short hills and then descend back to the river and follow it back to the cars. Meet at the carpark opposite the general store about 200m past the roundabout on the left. Walking poles could be useful.
Anglesea Perimeter Walk West
This walk is on the west side of the Anglesea River. We follow it to the Coogoorah Reserve then head up the hill till we reach Coalmine Road and views down into the closed mine. From here we head up to the highest point in Anglesea with views down into the town. We gradually make our way down through the forest on the edge of town to the beach where depending on the tide we walk along and around Point Roadnight or cut it short and follow the road a short distance before following the track up the cliffs with great views of the beaches and cliffs of Anglesea. It is then downhill to the cars in the carpark . Poles would be useful Meet at the carpark opposite the general store about 200m past the roundabout on the left.
Monthly Club Meeting
Meeting Held at Moonee Ponds Bowling Club, Mt Alexandra Road, Moonee Ponds
Mount Macedon Walking Trail
This is a full day walk that takes in two distinct peaks: Mount Macedon and Camels Hump. Starting from Douglas Road, we'll follow bitumen and gravel surfaced roads until the start of a short and steep section to the summit of Mount Macedon and the Memorial Cross . We will stop here for a well earned morning tea before following the western flank of the mountain past some picnic grounds, the tea room and arrive at the base of Camels Hump. We then branch off to Days Picnic Ground and walk on to stop for lunch at Sanatorium lake. After lunch we head down Zig Zag Track and join up with Anzac and Mount Macedon roads and return to where we started. There is a cafe nearby for refreshments! Boots and poles recommended.
Senior’s Week Special.
This is advanced notice of the Seniors Week Special trip to the Bellarine Peninsula.The day will involve travel by train, bus ( free for Seniors) and Ferry with a walk on the Peninsula with the option of a paddle along the beach included.
Further information will be given when transport timetables have been worked out and plans have been finalised. Put the date in your calendar /diary so you don't miss out and keep a look out for more details.
Grampians Peaks Trail Stage 3
This part of the GPT
The southward trek continues with some solid medium grade walking.
Monthly Club Meeting
Meeting Held at Moonee Ponds Bowling Club, Mt Alexandra Road, Moonee Ponds
Federation Weekend
Annaul Bushwalking Victoria evant held in the Wombat State Forest near Blackwood and Trentham. Online registrations will open in August through the Federation Walks website.