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Quorn-Dutchman’s-Eyre Depot

Walking from Quorn to Eyre Depot on the Heysen Trail.

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What to expect

“””””PLEASE NOTE – DUE TO WEATHER SATURDAY’S WALK NOW BUCKARINGA TO CALABRINDA . “”””””
WEEKEND BASED IN QUORN- ******PLEASE NOTE WALKS BEING DONE OUT OF ORDER*******

SAT17TH-This is a deceptively tough walk with a bit of everything.Undulating firetracks,a long rocky gorge and a gibber strewn floodplain to end the days walking .Once again the scenery is fantastic but walkers need to be on the ball to tackle what the trail has install.The bus will drop us off at Dutchman’s and pick us up at Eyre Depot at end of day .A  LONG BUS  DRIVE BACK OF 1;5HRS WILL SEE US BACK AT QUORN RAILWAY STATION .This is a long day so please carry plenty of water and snacks .PLEASE NOTE -IF WET THIS WALK COULD BE CANCELLED WITHOUT ANY NOTICE.IF SO WE SHALL ENDEAVOUR TO WALK ANOTHER SECTION WITH EASIER ACCESS.

SUN 18TH- We shall walk this section in reverse due to limited space at Dutchman’s Stern.Weather dependant we shall walk the 6km loop to Dutchman’s Stern,which delivers some of the best scenery in the state.After returning to the the trail we follow old tracks and fencelines while slowly ascending into the outskirts of Quorn.

Please ring the office to register if you only want to walk one day .

Please sanitise hands and wear mask upon boarding the bus

GROUP MEAL SAT NIGHT -7PM -EMILY’S BISTRO.PLEASE FIND DETAILS UPON REGISTERING.

THEME – AUSSIE MOVIES

BIOSECURITY MEASURES – Please ensure you thoroughly clean your footwear, clothing, walking poles and other equipment before and after each walk to remove all seeds, dirt and other debris. Removed seeds should be bagged and disposed in a ‘to landfill’ garbage bin.

Walk leaders: Adam Matthews
Suzanne Matthews
Robin Sharland
Kara Turner
James Wenzel
Registrations close: 4:00pm 15 September 2022

Cost

Adults: $20.00

Golden Boots Pass accepted

Bus: $60.00

Emily’s Bistro 7pm

$35 Head – Roast Pork or Chicken & Vegies

Vego or vegan catered on the night.

Variety of desserts .

Full bar ,no BYO

Dates

Saturday 17 September 2022 – Sunday 18 September 2022

Walk difficulty: End-to-End 12

These walks are for those wishing to walk some or all of the Heysen Trail. There are approximately sixty day walks involved, spread over six years. The southern walks, from Cape Jervis to Kapunda, are held on one Sunday per month during the walk season. Due to the greater travelling distances involved, from Kapunda northwards, the walk is held over a weekend.

Walk details

Start time:
815am

Finish time:
3;30-4pm

Walking from:
Dutchmans

Walking to:
Eyre Depot

Distance:
20kms

Hazards

Lots of rough trails ,rocky and uneven ,possibly muddy.walking in a gorge ,fallen branches etc etc .Exposure to the Elements .Hot or Cold .

Requirements

Morn tea ,lunch,plenty of energy snacks,2;5-3ltrs water min .Personal first aid kit ,APPROPRIATE CLOTHING AND FOOTWEAR.Poles if you please .This is a tough day ,be prepared ,

Experience

TRAILWALKER

Start time:
8;30AM

Finish time:
1;30-2PM

Walking from:
Dutchman’s

Walking to:
Quorn outskirts

Distance:
11kms or 17kms depending if we walk the loop

Hazards

old fencing wire.loose uneven tracks .rd walking ,weather .Mud and slippery surfaces .

Requirements

Morn tea,lunch,min 2ltrs of water.Appropriate clothing and footwear,Poles if you please .Personal first aid kit .ALWAYS CARRY A GOOD RAINCOAT .

Experience

TRAILWALKER

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Registration terms and conditions

All walks are subject to you wearing appropriate clothing. Prime considerations are warmth and weather protection. Your safety and the safety of the walking group can be jeopardised by you wearing inappropriate clothing. In an emergency situation it can take hours to evacuate a sick or injured walker. Leaders may not accept people for a walk who have not come appropriately dressed or prepared.

View details of appropriate clothing at heysentrail.asn.au/appropriate-clothing

In the event of hot weather, the decision to proceed with or cancel a walk is made by the Walk Leader(s), having regard to risk factors such as local weather conditions, trail accessibility, vehicle support, and the physical capabilities of walkers in the group. In some circumstances, the Walk Leader may decide to amend, modify or shorten a scheduled walk. If a single-day End-to-End walk is cancelled, walk fees will be refunded. Refunds do not apply to weekend-away walks and multi-day events.

If unforeseen circumstances arise and you are no longer able to participate in the walk, please cancel your registration as soon as possible using the Manage Walk Registrations facility on your Account page.

Alternatively you can notify the office by 2.15pm on the last business day before the walk. Walk leaders do not have access to messages left on the answering machine after this time. If your Walk Leader has provided their mobile phone number you may be able to contact them prior to the walk (subject to phone service availability).

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