Mt Rosea - The Grampians

Walks Program.

Note that for reasons of privacy and security, names and phone numbers of leaders are not listed.
If you are interested in any of the following activities and would like to know more, then contact us.

Postal Address.
Essendon Bushwalking Club Inc.
PO Box 32
Moonee Ponds Vic 3039
E-mail to trekker@netspace.net.au
or if the activity is highlighted, then e-mail the leader or check out their web page.
Read about current events in the clubs newsletter under future events.

Current Walks Program.

Future Events.

Previous Walks Programs.

Read about past events in the clubs newsletter under walk reports.

Grade Definitions.

The following definitions are a guide only, and are referenced against the abilities of fit experienced walkers. A grade can be a combination of any individual factors listed. Weather conditions on the day can also affect the grading of the walk.

Easy:Suitable for beginners. Mostly on formed tracks, gently undulating terrain, up to 20 km per day.

Medium: Suitable for fit and more experienced walkers. Some sustained climbs, some scrub bashing, some rock scrambling, up to 30 km per day.

Hard:For fit, experienced walkers. Long steep climbs, heavy scrub bashing, hard rock scrambling ,long distances.

NQE:Non qualifying event.

Booking a walk.

Participants normally book their intention to do a walk at the club meeting prior to the walk, or by phoning the leader. NOTE: All leaders have a "duty of care" to ensure the safety of all participants and may refuse to take any person on any activity if a leader considers that the person or the persons equipment is not fit or suitable for the activity.

Confirmation of bookings.

All participants must confirm their intentions with the leader at least three days before the event. Activities proceed regardless of weather conditions. However, if there is a change to this general rule, the leader will inform all participants.

Activity departure points.

Until otherwise advised, all Saturday and Sunday activities leave at 8.00am from the car park opposite the Moonee Ponds Bowling Club in Mt Alexander Road, Moonee Ponds. (Melways Map 28H6). For all other activities, departure points and time will be advised by the leader.

Transport cost.

A car pooling fee is charged to passengers in vehicles used on club activities.
Extra fees may be included if applicable for entry, parking or e-tag costs where applicable.

Equipment hire.

Maximum hire rate $25 each week. Each additional week a further $25 fee will apply.

Rescue Coordination Centre (for an overdue party).

To notify Police of an overdue party, call the Rescue Coordination Centre (an office of the search and Rescue Squad & Water Police) on 1800 135 729. Have details of the group and their intentions at hand before calling. This number can also be used by leaders to initiate the rescue of an injured walker.

Ambulance Membership.

The Club strongly recommends Ambulance Membership to all walkers.

Becoming a member.

Membership is conditional upon completing 3 Club programme day walks or 2 Club programme weekend walks, necessitating overnight camping or 2 Club programme day walks and 1 club programme weekend walk within a 12 month period.
Application is subject to approval by the committee and payment of the prescribed membership fee is to be made within 28 days. All other activities are NQE- Non Qualifying Events (e.g. Bike rides, canoeing, special events, social events etc).

Visitors and non-financial members.

All visitors and non-financial members will be charged a small fee for each walk they attend.
Visitors are expected to join the Club after the completion of the Club requirements relating to the completion of the 3 qualifying walks within a twelve month period.
Upon completion of the three walks and submission of the Membership Form with fee to the Secretary, a pending member may participate in Club activities without having to pay the visitors fee. However, they still need to complete the "Acknowledgment of Rick" form until their membership is approved.

Participants.

Participants have a "duty of care" to inform the leader in advance of any walk or activity of any condition or disability that may affect their ability to participate safely in the activity. This discussion is confidential.