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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230824
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UID:10005965-1692835200-1692921599@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Morialta Conservation Park Walk
DESCRIPTION:A reasonably challenging figure of eight walk in Morialta Cons. Park that treads on some of the less frequented sections of the Park as well as spending some time on the Heysen Trail within the park. There will be a number of testing climbs throughout the walk though nothing “gut-busting” and a few tricky\, rocky and potentially slippery descents. Recommend using walking poles.\n\nThere will be a short break for morning tea and a longer one for lunch.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/blackhill-2022/
CATEGORIES:Trail Walker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230821
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20220809T032736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230819T031545Z
UID:10005920-1692489600-1692575999@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Crafers/Mt Lofty Gdns/Crafers
DESCRIPTION:This lovely 10k walk will take us via the Cleland park reserves\, to the Heysen trail. \nWe will follow the trail down into the Mt Lofty Botanic Gardens. \nStopping at the Heritage rose garden\, before finding a spot to enjoy a rest\, coffee or snack. \nWe will then climb out of the gardens via the Rhododendron Gully\, before dropping down back into Crafers. \nHere my intention is to visit Jimmy’s pizza restaurant\, for a social chat with a coffee. \nPlease indicate if you are joining us for that coffee\, the app says meal\, but coffee is the intention. \nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/crafers-mt-lofty-gdns-stirling-2022/
CATEGORIES:Trail Starter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230819T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230819T130000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221001T045746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230805T060423Z
UID:10005946-1692432000-1692450000@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Black Hill Training
DESCRIPTION:This walk is ideal for walkers in need of a bit of a challenge and to practice techniques for rough tracks\, steep inclines and declines. Walking poles and boots with good ankle support are recommended. You will be rewarded with some lovely views over Adelaide and the wildflowers should be starting to bloom.\n\nThe walk is only about 13 kms. Ideally\, you will learn some new tracks that you can include in your personal training plan.\n\nThe meeting place is at the end of Addison Avenue\, Athelstone at the park entry.  It commences at 8am and should finish by 1:00 so bring morning tea.\n\nContact me on the day on 0400320943 if necessary. \n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/black-hill-training-2022/
CATEGORIES:Trail Walker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230819
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230820
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221030T224535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T111934Z
UID:10005969-1692403200-1692489599@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Mt Crawford
DESCRIPTION:A long walk incorporating North Warren reservoir\, Little Mt Crawford and the Warren Conservation Park. There a few steep climbs\, some excellent views and a variety of interesting walking trails to offer.\n\nThis walk is approx. 28.5 kms. – For experienced trail walkers only\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/south-para-2023/
CATEGORIES:Trail Walker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230816T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230816T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20230202T105003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T010433Z
UID:10006007-1692207000-1692214200@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:FOHT Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Heysen Trail Council Meeting\n\nThe Friends encourages engagement and interaction across our membership/volunteers. Committees and Members are welcome to attend – if interested please register so our Secretary is aware to expect extra people.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/foht-council-meeting-2023-7/
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230813T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230813T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221001T045526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230507T072008Z
UID:10005945-1691913600-1691942400@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Beaumont/Lofty/Cleland
DESCRIPTION:This walk is ideal for walkers who need to test their endurance. It has similar distance and altitude characteristics to the Heysen Trail walk from Melrose to Alligator Gorge Road. It is about 26kms and includes hills and rough tracks to improve your stamina and walking techniques. It covers part of the Pioneer Womens Trail\, Mt. Lofty Botanic Gardens and Cleland National Park. The climbs are out of the way by lunchtime\, leaving a gentle stroll back to the cars after that.\n\nWalking poles and boots with good ankle support are recommended.\n\nWe will arrive at Cleland Wildlife Park in time for a late lunch and coffee. \n\nThe walk commences at 8am from Brock Reserve on Dashwood Road\, Beaumont and should finish by 16:00.\n\nContact me on the day on 0400320943 if necessary. \n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/beaumont-lofty-cleland-2022/
CATEGORIES:Trail Walker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230814
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221109T214724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230721T021642Z
UID:10005260-1691884800-1691971199@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Willunga Basin Trail - Onkaparinga NP to Willunga
DESCRIPTION:The Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland\, forests\, vineyards\, almond groves\, parks and beaches.\n\nWalk the trail over 6 walks or walk any of the individual sections.\n\nWALK 5:  Today the 21km walk leaves from Onkaparinga River National Park\, winding its way through beautiful Hardy’s Scrub\, then travels some road reserves with a swoop across the interesting Gemtree Winery wetlands before a few quiet back roads take us into Willunga.\n\nBring sufficient water for the day\, morning tea and lunch.\n\nPlease be aware of FOHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks. This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/willunga-basin-trail-onkaparinga-to-willunga-2023/
CATEGORIES:Willunga Basin Trail End-to-End
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230814
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20220904T225206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T090631Z
UID:10005936-1691884800-1691971199@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Cobbler to Tappanappa - E2E17
DESCRIPTION:Although relatively short\, this section of the trail offers spectacular scenery as you walk along narrow single file tracks through the dense native scrub. Several steep and slippery sections over rocks are present as you frequently make your way down to\, and up from gullies and creeks and past a waterfall within Deep Creek National Park.\n\nFitness: The Heysen Trail walks are demanding and suitable for experienced walkers who have walked regularly in various terrain consisting of long-distance trails with some steep inclines/declines\, irregular surface with loose uneven\, slippery base. They have a walking time of about 5 to 7 hours and will require a good degree of physical fitness.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/cobbler-tappanappa-2023/
CATEGORIES:End-to-End 17
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230814
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20211101T022532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230806T094938Z
UID:10005874-1691884800-1691971199@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Kersbrook
DESCRIPTION:Come along for a walk along the Anderson Loop through the Bennett’s Forest\, which is part of the Mount Crawford Forestry area. We will walk through areas of commercial pine forest and native scrub with good views across the landscape from the elevated spots along the way. As this walk is challenging in places\, some bushwalking experience and fitness is recommended. Note: if travelling from Adelaide to the meeting location via the SE freeway then Balhannah\, Oakbank\, Woodside\, etc allow extra time for road works on Onkaparinga Valley Road.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/kersbrook-2023/
CATEGORIES:Trail Starter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230821
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20220705T054632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T032717Z
UID:10005908-1691798400-1692575999@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Mt Little Station/ Parachilna Gorge
DESCRIPTION:For our last week on the trail having commenced our journey on Sunday 21st May 2017 \,we will finally finish at Parachilna Gorge Trailhead on Saturday 19th August 2023.Not the usual 6yrs but 7 due to Covid throwing a spanner in the works.\n\nExpect another wonderful week of walking commencing where we left off in June at Mt Little Station. Heading along creek lines past Red Range campsite onto a long though relatively comfortable walk to the finish at Moralana Drive . From there through Black Gap to the climb up and over Bridle Gap and into Wilpena Pound. On the following days we will pass through Bunyeroo\,Trezona and Aroona  all of which are significant geological and historical sites. Many undulations will be encountered along the way before crossing the final stile at Parachilna Gorge where we will celebrate with some well deserved drinks and group photos.\n\nGROUP GET TOGETHER AT 4:30PM AT SHELTER NEAR SWIMMING POOL AT CAMPGROUND. SAT 12TH AUG  .MEET & GREET NEW WALKERS AND DISCUSS WEEK AHEAD.BYO DRINKS AND NIBBLES IF YOU PLEASE\n\nGROUP DINNER ON SAT NIGHT 19TH AUG   7PM AT THE WOOLSHED RESTAURANT [3 COURSE ] DRESS- Neat Casual\n\n6 DAYS OF WALKING WITH A REST DAY ON THE WEDNESDAY\, PLEASE BE AWARE THE REST DAY MAY CHANGE IF WEATHER CONDITIONS BECOME UNFAVOURABLE.\n\nROUGH\,ROCKY\,UNEVEN\,SLIPPERY\,MUDDY TRACKS\,OLD FENCING\,CREEK LINE SCRAMBLES\,EXPOSURE TO THE ELEMENTS { HOT & COLD}ARE ALL THINGS THAT MIGHT BE EXPERIENCED ON THIS WEEK OF WALKING.\n\nPLEASE BRING A BOOT BAG AND SPARE SHOES TO GET CHANGED INTO AT END OF DAY IF WET WEATHER SETS IN. THIS WILL ENSURE THE BUS DOESN’T FILL UP WITH MUD. THIS CAN BE LEFT UNDER THE BUS .\n\nYOU ARE REQUIRED TO BRING \,APPROPRIATE FOOTWEAR AND CLOTHING\,PERSONAL FIRST AID KIT\,MORN TEA\,LUNCH \,SNACKS\,ELECTROLYTES\,MIN 2-3LTRS WATER. ”’ALWAYS CARRY A GOOD RAINCOAT”’\n\n \n\nTHIS IS A MULTI DAY WALK.REGISTRATION REQUIRES PAYMENT OF THE FULL BUS FEE. ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS ARE NOT INCLUDED. ACCOMMODATION MUST BE BASED AT RAWNSLEY PARK .\n\nThose registering are invited to travel up on the bus at no extra cost\, from Adelaide to Rawnsley Park and return to Adelaide. If you intend to travel on the bus please ADVISE IN THE COMMENTS SECTION  when registering.\n\nThe bus is able to take 20 passengers and their luggage. Those travelling on the bus are asked to pack all clothing\, food etc into suitcases eskies cardboard boxes or plastic containers .To ensure that luggage can be stacked on top of each other without fear of it being squashed.\n\nIF YOU CHOOSE TO DRIVE YOUR OWN VEHICLE TO THE BASE AT RAWNSLEY PARK YOU ARE STILL REQUIRED TO PAY THE FULL EVENT/BUS FEE. PLEASE NOTE THERE ARE NO OTHER FEE OPTIONS FOR THIS EVENT.\n\nAn EARLY REGISTRATION LINK will be sent out to regular E2E12 walkers on Mon 26th June 2 weeks prior to this event opening up to the general public on 10/07/23\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/mt-little-station-parachilna-gorge-2022/
CATEGORIES:End-to-End 12
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230812
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230814
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221030T234713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230811T010652Z
UID:10005974-1691798400-1691971199@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Broadview to Woolshed Flat to Quorn
DESCRIPTION:This is a multi day walk. If you wish to only walk on one day\, please contact the office once registrations open.\n\nSaturday: Broadview to Woolshed Flat – This section of the trail climbs through grazing land and natural scrub to Mount Brown\, where walkers are provided with spectacular views of the northern Spencer Gulf from the viewing tower. A pretty single file descent leads down to Waukarie Creek and a classic Flinders Ranges creek walk\n\nSunday: Woolshed Flat to Quorn – A steady climb to start the day takes walkers to the top of the range and views over Pichi Richi Pass. After descending into the pass again\, the Trail follows the historic Pichi Richi railway line\, passing the remnants of deserted sidings and settlements\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.\n\nAccommodation: Quorn
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/broadview-woolshed-flat-quorn-2023/
CATEGORIES:End-to-End 13
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230808
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230809
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221006T042800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230731T012816Z
UID:10005964-1691452800-1691539199@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Summertown
DESCRIPTION:A relatively comfortable undulating walk  in and around some roads and reserve areas in Summertown before and after a foray along some tracks in the north eastern portion of Cleland National Park. Sections of the walk maybe slippery if wet.\n\nTHERE WILL ONLY BE A SHORT BREAK FOR MORNING TEA.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/summertown-2022/
CATEGORIES:Trail Starter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230806T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230806T150000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221203T035240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230803T030408Z
UID:10005998-1691312400-1691334000@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Crafers - Brownhill Creek
DESCRIPTION:This walk incorporates fragments of the Sea to Summit\, the Yurrebilla Trail with sections taken from “Walking in the Mount Lofty Ranges Network B” by National Fitness Council of South Australia (1975) and the UBD Street Directory.\n\nIt is a loop of 17.5km walking from Crafers\, through the Belair National Park to Brownhill Creek and back to Crafers.\n\nThe reward for an assent of around 400m will be views of Adelaide from a unique perspective.\n(There will be other hills besides!)\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/crafers-brownhill-creek-2022/
CATEGORIES:Trail Walker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230806
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230807
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20220927T072506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230624T054626Z
UID:10005215-1691280000-1691366399@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Waitpinga
DESCRIPTION:This is a harder Trail Starter with many ups and downs and rough rocky tracks.\n\nFollowing the Heysen Trail we reach the rugged cliffs of Newland Head Conservation Park where with weather permitting there is spectacular views along the coast line.\n\nLeaving the coast behind we walk inland with wide open views of farm land on the right and bush on the left. A sharp turn takes us into the bush where we should see many flowering wildflowers and maybe some orchids. Time will be given to enjoy this pretty area.\n\nLeaving the bush behind we will see the sea again before arriving back at our cars.\n\nIf the weather is bad on the day the walk will not go to the coast\, staying inland and will be only around 7km.\n\n \n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/waitpinga-2023/
CATEGORIES:Trail Starter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230807
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221104T102033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230805T073507Z
UID:10005984-1691193600-1691366399@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Dares Hill Summit Rd to Hallett to EE George Quarry with E2E14
DESCRIPTION:Dares Hill Summit Rd to Hallett – The trail takes walkers past the historic Mt Bryan East School\, before beginning the climb up Mt Bryan\, which is the highest point of the Mt Lofty Ranges. Walkers are rewarded with panoramic views of the Mid-North from the summit and as they descend through grazing and farming land towards Hallett.\n\nHallett to EE George Quarry – A gently undulating walk\, mainly along rural back roads and road reserves. The seasonally changing hues of the surrounding farmland make this a unique and pleasant walk.\n\nOptional Saturday Night Meal – see below for details\n\n \n\nWalk Difficulty – The Heysen Trail walks are demanding and suitable for experienced walkers who have walked regularly in various terrain consisting of long-distance trails with some steep inclines/declines\, irregular surface with loose uneven\, slippery base. They have a walking time of about 5 to 7 hours and will require a good degree of physical fitness.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/dares-hill-summit-rd-to-hallett-to-ee-george-quarry-with-e2e14-2023/
CATEGORIES:End-to-End 14
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230731
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20230514T111634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230728T083136Z
UID:10006020-1690675200-1690761599@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Mt George Circuit Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come along for an Adelaide Hills walk in the Mt George Conservation Park. Starting in Bridgewater\, we will use the Heysen Trail and other local walking trails to explore the area\, including a short climb to the Mt George Summit and the reward of lovely views over rolling hills toward Mt Lofty.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/mt-george-circuit-walk-2023/
CATEGORIES:Trail Starter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230731
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20220904T225622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T014534Z
UID:10005938-1690675200-1690761599@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Tugwell Rd to Inman Valley - E2E17
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately\, due to ongoing road works at Tappanappa\, and the deterioration of Tunk Head Rd leading into Balquhidder\, we will walk from Tugwell Rd through to Inman Valley.\n\nThis section follows country roads\, farm paddock fencelines\, forest trails and road reserves. Native orchids\, grass trees\, abundant birdlife and classic Fleurieu farmland views make this a pleasant walk to remember.\n\nFitness: The Heysen Trail walks are demanding and suitable for experienced walkers who have walked regularly in various terrain consisting of long-distance trails with some steep inclines/declines\, irregular surface with loose uneven\, slippery base. They have a walking time of about 5 to 7 hours and will require a good degree of physical fitness.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/tugwell-rd-inman-valley-2022/
CATEGORIES:End-to-End 17
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230723T083000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230723T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221203T035006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230716T232436Z
UID:10005997-1690101000-1690111800@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Sturt Gorge
DESCRIPTION:This walk will be in the Stuart Gorge area.  It will include some up and down sections.    Depending on the river water level we will cross the river several times\, and this will include rock hopping.  The walk will include the Magpie Creek Trail\, and a view of the Sturt Dam.  Waterproof hiking boots recommended.   A reasonable fitness is required.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/sturt-gorge-2023/
CATEGORIES:Trail Starter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230723
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230724
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221030T224331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230717T205742Z
UID:10005968-1690070400-1690156799@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Mt Crawford/Warren CP
DESCRIPTION:Starting at Mt Crawford Forest Information Centre\, we skirt around the edges of Warren Reservoir before climbing up into Warren Conservation Park. From there we head in a southerly direction along the Heysen Trail. Joining up with the Tower Loop Trail\, we head back to Tower Hill for panoramic views over the area. We then head along forest tracks to Chalks campground\, then follow  the Heysen Trail boardwalk and forest tracks back to the cars.\n\nThis walk is approx. 20 kms and will take about 6 hours to complete. It is graded as Trail Walker and only register if you have the experience required .\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/mt-crawford-warren-cp-2023/
CATEGORIES:Trail Walker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230724
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20220824T042412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T032334Z
UID:10005199-1689984000-1690156799@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:EE15 Walks 19 & 20 - Tanunda to Kapunda to Hamilton
DESCRIPTION:Saturday Walk Details: Tanunda to Kapunda – 25km\n\nThis section takes walkers along back roads and road reserves past vineyards and wineries of the Barossa Valley\, through the small town of Greenock and into the cropping and grazing land of the Lower North. It is a long but mainly flat walk with only a few undulations. Pleasant vistas and changing seasonal colours make this a pretty walk\, with a finish at Kapunda in easy walking distance to bakeries or pubs.\n\nSaturday Night Function (Optional): Kapunda Trotting Club (when registering Select “RSVP” if you wish to come and then Click on “Event Details”  to see more details).\n\nSunday Walk Details:  Kapunda to Hamilton – 24 km\n\nFrom Kapunda we head northwest along backroads and tracks to Black Joes Road\, then mainly north along fence lines and tracks to the old telephone exchange at the crossroads. The walk is over undulating mainly open country of the lower North Mount Lofty Ranges.\n\nFitness: The Heysen Trail walks are demanding and suitable for experienced walkers who have walked regularly in various terrain consisting of long-distance trails with some steep inclines/declines\, irregular surface with loose uneven\, slippery base. They have a walking time of about 5 to 7 hours and will require a good degree of physical fitness.\n\nBiosecurity 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/tanunda-kapunda-hamilton-2022/
CATEGORIES:End-to-End 15
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230721
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221006T042526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T081412Z
UID:10005963-1689811200-1689897599@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Cleland
DESCRIPTION:An undulating and testing loop walk in Cleland Cons. Park that includes one long steep climb\, two other shorter steepish climbs and numerous other minor undulations There are also some tricky descents.\n\nThere will be short breaks for morning tea and lunch during the walk.\n\nOverall a good walk to test your fitness levels.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/cleland-2023-2/
CATEGORIES:Trail Walker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230719T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Adelaide:20230719T193000
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20230202T104550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T010232Z
UID:10006006-1689787800-1689795000@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:FOHT Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Friends of Heysen Trail Council Meeting\n\nThe Friends encourages engagement and interaction across our membership/volunteers. Committees and Members are welcome to attend – if interested please register so our Secretary is aware to expect extra people.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/foht-council-meeting-2023-6/
CATEGORIES:Other
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230717
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20220927T072200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T102230Z
UID:10005211-1689465600-1689551999@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Kuitpo
DESCRIPTION:Commencing from the oldest timber plantation in The Mount Lofty Ranges\, planted in 1898\, this walk passes through a small section of Kuitpo Forest.\n\nWalking mainly on open tracks the landscape will be a mix of forest\, native vegetation and farmland.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/kuitpo-2023/
CATEGORIES:Trail Starter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230715
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230717
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20220902T023048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T034011Z
UID:10005926-1689379200-1689551999@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Mt Compass/ Kyeema/Dashwood Gully Rd
DESCRIPTION:Note: If you wish to walk on only one day\, please contact the FOTH office (once bookings open) to register for that day’s walk. \n\nThe online registering will only allow you to register for both days\n\nDay 1 Saturday – Mt Compass – Kyeema\n\nThe pretty dairy pastures of Mt Compass and Nangkita provide the backdrop for the first section of this walk. Back roads then lead walkers up a steady incline through to Finniss Conservation Park and into Mt Magnificent Conservation Park\, where a short steep hike off the main trail which will reward walkers with spectacular views from Mt. Magnificent over the southern Fleurieu Peninsula.\n\nA combination of native bushland then back-road walking completes the day.\n\nFitness: The Heysen Trail walks are demanding and suitable for experienced walkers who have walked regularly in various terrain consisting of long-distance trails with some steep inclines/declines\, irregular surface with loose uneven\, slippery base. They have a walking time of about 5 to 7 hours and will require a good degree of physical fitness.\n\nDay 2 Sunday – Kyeema – Dashwood Gully\n\nThe walk starts off in the dense native bushland of Kyeema Conservation Park\, and then the plantations of Kuitpo Forest. The walking here is gently undulating sandy trails.\n\nWe cross over a couple of main arterial roads where care needs to be taken.\n\nWe then exit Kuitpo Forest onto Stagecoach Road for the return to the cars.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/mt-compass-kyeema-dashwood-gully-rd-2022/
CATEGORIES:End-to-End 16
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230714
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20220927T072352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230618T080854Z
UID:10005213-1689206400-1689292799@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Cleland
DESCRIPTION:The walk will start on the Steub walking trail which climbs through forest woodland with wonderful views over the southern ridges and out over the Adelaide plains until we reach the Mount Lofty Summit. From the summit we will take tracks less used until joining the popular Wine Shanty trail and onto the perimeter of the wildlife park. Taking our time we will hopefully see some of the animals before returning to the start. At the completion of the walk you may wish to visit the cafe for a coffee or lunch.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/cleland-2023/
CATEGORIES:Trail Starter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230711
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230712
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221006T042315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230709T221353Z
UID:10005962-1689033600-1689119999@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Sir Mark Oliphant CP
DESCRIPTION:A lovely loop walk in the beautiful Mark Oliphant Cons. Park with its rich variety of stringybark  and eucalypt woodlands\, and diverse wildlife including the southern brown bandicoot. \nThe walk meanders through the park on both sides of Evans Drive and includes a number of steepish climbs and descents\, some over rocky ground which can be slippery if wet. Depending on the weather conditions there may be a short off track section included in the walk. \n \n \nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/sir-mark-oliphant-cp-2023/
CATEGORIES:Trail Starter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230710
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221109T214515Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T104636Z
UID:10005259-1688860800-1688947199@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Willunga Basin Trail - Kangarilla to McLaren Flat
DESCRIPTION:The Willunga Basin Trail winds its way around and across the beautiful Willunga Basin for 130km – taking walkers through a diverse landscape of bushland\, forests\, vineyards\, almond groves\, parks and beaches.\n\nWalk the trail over 6 walks or walk any of the individual sections.\n\nWALK 4:  We start with a good climb from Kangarilla and then meander through Kuipto Forest. A gentle rise to Mt Wilson and descending to McLaren Flat.  21km walking.\n\nBring sufficient water for the day\, morning tea and lunch.\n\nPlease be aware of FOHT weather policies regarding cancellation of walks. This walk will use a bus to take us to the start of the walk and please note you need to pay for the bus whether you are using it or not.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/willunga-basin-trail-kangarilla-to-mclaren-flat-2023/
CATEGORIES:Willunga Basin Trail End-to-End
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230710
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20220904T224848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T035152Z
UID:10005935-1688860800-1688947199@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Waitpinga to Tugwell Rd - E2E17
DESCRIPTION:One of the most spectacular sections of the Trail. Walkers follow sandy tracks through the coastal scrub of Newland Head Conservation Park\, and will have dramatic clifftop views towards Victor Harbor.\n\nHere whales have been sighted\, as well as seals\, dolphins and the endangered white bellied sea eagle. At Kings Beach the Trail leaves the coast following roads and an uncleared road reserve to begin the long journey northward inland.\n\nFitness: The Heysen Trail walks are demanding and suitable for experienced walkers who have walked regularly in various terrain consisting of long-distance trails with some steep inclines/declines\, irregular surface with loose uneven\, slippery base. They have a walking time of about 5 to 7 hours and will require a good degree of physical fitness.\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/waitpinga-tugwellrd-2023/
CATEGORIES:End-to-End 17
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230710
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20220809T032514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230629T061137Z
UID:10005919-1688860800-1688947199@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Bridgewater/Mt Lofty Gdns
DESCRIPTION:This beautiful 12klm return walk takes us through the Mount George Conservation reserve\, using the Heysen trail.\nWalking by the old mill water wheel\, along the old railway embankment\, then passing under the Adelaide Melbourne rail line\, take in the fairy garden as we then walk under the freeway into the conservation park.\nKoala’s are a semi regular sight in this area.\nAs are beautiful reflections in the dam.\nThen by strolling with care\, across the Stirling golf course\, we enter the Woodside Scout camp\, and puff up the hill to the Heysen monument\, Marking the early history- of the trail.\nThen with a little road walking we end up in the Mt Lofty Botanic Garden. Here we will have a lovely rest break\, before returning back to Bridgewater.\nOnce back we finish coincidentally\, just by the ” Little Cog ” cafe\, we will have a coffee and some social time together there.\nPlease indicate if you’re joining us. The question asks re a meal but it’s coffee and a social chat. \nBIOSECURITY 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.
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/bridgewater-mt-lofty-gdns-2022/
CATEGORIES:Trail Starter
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230710
DTSTAMP:20260419T201609
CREATED:20221030T234222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230707T013634Z
UID:10005973-1688774400-1688947199@dev2.heysentrail.asn.au
SUMMARY:Aligator Gorge Rd to Horrocks Pass to Broadview
DESCRIPTION:This is a multi day walk. If you wish to register for only one day\, please contact the office once registrations open.\n\nPlease note: this walk will be run out of the usual order\n\nSaturday: Horrocks Pass to Broadview – Starting with a tough climb out of Horrocks Pass to the ridge\, the Trail traverses exposed\, gibber littered hills and farmland. Walkers are rewarded with views over the Willochra Plain and Spencer Gulf.\n\nSunday: Aligator Gorge Rd to Horrocks Pass – The trail initially leads over Lavender Peak to picturesque Stony Creek campsite. From there\, tracks\, back roads and a walk next to a busy highway take walkers to the memorial to explorer John Horrocks\n\nBIOSECURITY 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.\n\nAccommodation: Melrose\, Wilmington\n\nTheme: Christmas in July
URL:https://dev2.heysentrail.asn.au/walking-the-heysen-trail/walk-the-trail-with-friends/walk-calendar/ali-gorge-rd-horrocks-pass-broadview-2022/
CATEGORIES:End-to-End 13
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