Redland Bushwalkers

Albert River Circuit, O’Reillys (LDW T3 F4)
2022-02-13 08:00 - 15:30 (Australia/Melbourne) | Parking lot, O'Reilly, AU
Meet at the main carpark at O’Reillys ready to start walking at 8am.
Albert River Circuit is one of Lamington National Park’s finest track walks, 22km duration past numerous cascades and waterfalls. Walking in the cool rainforest. The extensive views from Echo Point can also be enjoyed on this walk.
Bring Morning tea and lunch, and all the usual day walk gear.
If interested Text Amanda on 0401017941 or signup on Meetup.Co-leader: Michael Jones

Venmans Circuit (SDW T3 F3)
2022-02-12 06:30 - 09:30 | Venman Bushland National Park, W Mount Cotton Rd, Mount Cotton, AU
This is an introductory walk for new club members and a lovely local walk for existing club members. Non members will need to pay $5 on the day (bring the correct change) and sign the insurance waiver.
The walk is mostly along fire trails with some steep sections, covering 10.6 km with 320 m of vertical ascent.
We start following the Venman Circuit which winds along the scenic banks of Tingalpa Creek, through melaleuca swamp and into open eucalypt forests. When we reach the NP boundary we leave the Venman circuit and cross into the adjoining Neville Lawrie Reserve, via a very picturesque billabong which involves a short 300 m section of off track walking before re-joining a fire trail and heading to the old quarry for morning tea.
Bring 2L of drinking water, a sun hat, sunscreen and insect repellent.
The Walk Starts from the car park at the end of Venman Road. Just click attend in Meetup if you are a member of the group and meet me there on the day.
If you are not a member of the Meetup group, I can be contacted on 0418 259 176

Brisbane Koala Bushland Loop
2022-02-11 15:30 - 17:30 | Brisbane Koala Bushlands, 137 Alperton Rd, Burbank, AU
Brisbane Koala Bushland Loop, is a 6.6 Km lightly trafficked trail, rated as moderate on the website, with an elevation gain of 138m. We will start at the Alperton Road entry, where the BBQ facilities are located.

Club Meeting, 122 Shore St North Cleveland from 7pm
2022-02-09 19:00 - 21:00 | Lions Club of Redland City inc., 122 Shore St N, Cleveland, AU
Come along to our Club Meeting at Lions Club Hall, 122 Shore St North Cleveland from 7pm. Meeting starts at 7.30pm.

Kinnanes abseil
2022-02-06 06:45 - 18:00
Kinnanes abseil 6. February.Kinnanes falls is open and exposed. There are 3 abseils, one short one and two about 50meter drops. The walk in is pretty steep but short. Walk out is a short walk along the creek.The views as we descend are breathtaking.Waterproofing the packs is essential. Bring your own abseil gear or let us know if you need club equipment.Bring a wetsuit and warm clothes, peaked cap to wear under the helmet, water, morning tea and lunch. Some abseil experience necessary.Meet at Boonah toilet block 6:45am.

Stairway Falls Rock Hop and Creek Walk, O’Reillys (MDW F5 T5)
2022-02-05 08:00 - 15:30 | Parking lot, O'Reilly, AU
We will follow the West Canungra Circuit down to Blue Pool, where we will leave the graded track and make our way down the creek, rock hopping and wading in the creek, to the fabulous Staircase Falls.At the Falls we will have a cooling swim in the rockpool and some well earned morning tea before heading back upstream to the graded track at Blue Pool. This section will entail a fair bit of wading, so please wear suitable footwear for wet rocks.
On our return to the Blue Pool we will have lunch before continuing along the West Canungra Circuit via Box Forest back to O’Reilley’s. There is an opportunity to head back up the shorter way (the way we came down) should people be short of time or energy.
Bring plenty of water, hat, sunscreen, usual day walk gear.
leave Redlands at 6AM in order to reach O’Reilley’s car park at 8AM.Sign up via Meetup or Text Julie

Mount Cotton (SDW T3 F3)
2022-02-03 05:30 - 07:30 | 712 W Mount Cotton Rd, 712 W Mount Cotton Rd, Sheldon, AU
NOTE EARLIER 05.30 START TIME NOW SUMMER HAS ARRIVED
Want to improve your hill climbing fitness so you are ready to climb Mount Maroon, Mount Greville and Flinders Peak when the cooler weather returns? Then come and join me on my regular walk up Mount Cotton, the only significant high ground in the Redlands. The walk is 7.5 km and 400 m of vertical ascent, and usually takes 2 hours including a short well earned rest on top (Views to Glasshouse Mountains, Moreton Island and Straddie on a clear day)
Start time varies with the season, currently it is a 6.00 am start at Gate 5 (aka the green box). The walk is on fire trails with one small section of track, but its slippery on steep sections so walking poles are advised if you have them, more care required if you don’t.
Dogs are allowed as long as it is kept on a lead and you bring bags to pick up after your dog.
Sign up via Meetup and check your Meetup messages before leaving home, as I will cancel at short notice and rearrange for another day if heavy rain is forecast.
Bring 2L of drinking water, and your day pack, poles if you use them.

King Island Wellington Point Social walk
2022-02-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Wellington Point Recreation Reserve, 2A Main Rd, Wellington Point, AU
We’ll meet near the picnic tables at Wellington Point Recreation Reserve, which is right on the point. 5 PM arrival time will work well with low tide, which is 5.20 PM. We’ll walk out to the Island and back enjoying the sunset and what ever wild life is about. An easy walk with plenty of time to chat. Bring insect repellent (just in case there’s not much breeze to keep the insects away), and a light jacket in case it gets a bit cool. Bring a picnic or buy some fish and chips to enjoy when we finish walking. The cafe at the point closes at 5PM so if you would like fish and chips, you’ll have to drive up to the main shopping strip, which isn’t far.

Mount Cotton (SDW T3 F3)
2022-02-01 16:30 - 18:30 | East Escarpment Conservation Area, 634-640 W Mount Cotton Rd, Sheldon, AU
The walk is 7.5 km and 400 m of vertical ascent, and usually takes 2 hours including a short well earned rest on top (Views to Glasshouse Mountains, Moreton Island and Straddie on a clear day)
start at Gate 5 (aka The Green Box). This walk is on fire trails with one small section of track, but its slippery on steep sections so walking poles are advised if you have them, more care required if you don’t.
Sign up via Meetup and check your Meetup messages before leaving home, in case of any changes.
Bring 2L of drinking water, and your day pack, poles if you use them.

Northbrook Gorge walk/swim DWS F4 T4.
2021-11-07 08:00 - 17:00 | Maiala, D’Aguilar National Park, Mount Glorious Rd, Mount Glorious, AU
Northbrook Gorge and Creek. DWS T4 F4. Very scenic creek walk, rock hopping, mostly flat, will definitely get wet. We have been trying to organise this walk for some time so now’s our chance: Northbrook Gorge is in the D’Aguilar NP northwest of Brisbane city, about 90 minutes’ drive from Cleveland. We’ll walk from the cars down to the creek and then head up the creek until we decide to turn back (about 11km). It will involve at least one swim in the creek, so be prepared to put your pack/gear into a waterproof bag. Generally we swim fully clothed, but feel free to take your shoes/clothes off. We’ll meet at Maiala picnic ground at 8am before carpooling to the start of the walk. Great walk for anyone interested in honing their creek-walking skills. NB: this walk is weather-dependant: if it’s very wet or cold, it will be cancelled, so keep an eye on messages. For more information, contact Colleen on teammerrick@hotmail.com or Tracy theprestonhome@gmail.com
Car pooling, we have set up car allocation via the website below:-(You will still need to come to the drivers residence.) If you are happy to drive and take passengers, click to add another car and the number of passengers you can take.Click the link below to sign in or cut and paste to your browser.http://www.groupcarpool.com/t/oiy2sc

Kayak paddle Coochiemudlo
2021-11-06 08:00 - 12:00 | 38 Orana Esplanade, 38 Orana Esplanade, Victoria Point, AU
A leisurley paddle around the Island to make the most of the morning high tide at 10:40 (2.56). Bring morning tea and swimmers. Meet at 7:30 for a 8:00 am launch. If conditions aren’t favourable, eg windy or rainy this event will be postponed until Saturday 20th, when there is the next favourable morning high tide.Note:- Nominations can only be made via the Meetup App. Upon nomination every one will be waitlisted and once approved by the leader will be given a status of accepted.

Goomburra Base Camp
2021-11-01 10:00 - 2021-11-04 10:00 | Manna Gum Camping Ground, 268 Forestry Reserve Road, Warwick, AU
Base camp at Goomburra Main Range NP, camping at Manna Gum camp ground. Book athttps://qpws.usedirect.com/QPWS/Facilities/SearchView.aspxPossible walks Dalrymple Creek circuit, Sylvesters Lookout to Hole in the Wall. Maximum Number 14Note:- Nominations can only be made via the Meetup App. Upon nomination every one will be waitlisted and once approved by the leader will be given a status of accepted.

Cedar Creek and Love Falls, Samford (MDW F4 T5)
2021-10-29 07:00 - 15:00 | Andy Williams Park, Cedar Creek Rd Cedar Creek QLD 4520 Australia, Brisbane, AU
Cedar Creek, Love Falls, South D’Aguilar National Park.
Meet at John Scott Park, Samford at 7am. From here we will drive 10-15mins to the end of Cedar Creek Rd.
Friday 29/10 is a public holiday traffic should be easier crossing the city.
This walk starts off walking along the side of the creek. But soon turns into rock hopping and walking on and up and around large slabs of rock. Interspersed with more rock hopping and some trails on the sides of the creek and will all depend on the water level as to how much rock hopping is involved. There are numerous rock pools along the way and there are a few places where you will have to scramble up some rocks,most have good foot and hand and holds.
We will make our way to the base of love Falls then to the right we will climb up a fairly steep 50 meter dirt track to the top of the falls. Once we have had a refreshment break we return via the same track back to our cars. All up I expect this to take around five hours as we will take numerous breaks to enjoy the beautiful creek.If it is wet Or has been raining heavily that week the walk will be cancelled and be replaced with something more suitable to the weather Conditions.Bring snacks/lunch. Poles if you use them. Good grippy shoes.Will arrange carpooling once I see who signs up.
If interested signup via meetup or text Amanda 0401017941

Mount Cotton (SDW T3 F3)
2021-10-28 06:30 - 09:30 | East Escarpment Conservation Area, 634-640 W Mount Cotton Rd, Sheldon, AU
Want to improve your hill climbing fitness so you are ready to climb Mount Maroon, Mount Greville and Flinders Peak when the cooler weather returns? Then come and join me on my regular walk up Mount Cotton, the only significant high ground in the Redlands. The walk is 7.5 km and 400 m of vertical ascent, and usually takes 2.5 hours including a well earned rest on top for breakfast/morning tea with a view (Glasshouse Mountains, Moreton Island and Straddie on a clear day)
Start time varies with the season, currently it is a 6.30 am start at Gate 5 (aka the green box). The walk is on fire trails with one small section of track, but its slippery on steep sections so walking poles are advised if you have them, more care required if you don’t.
Dogs are allowed (I take mine) as long as it is kept on a lead and you bring bags to pick up after your dog.
Sign up via Meetup and check your Meetup messages before leaving home, as I will cancel at short notice and rearrange for another day if rain is forecast.
Bring 2L of drinking water, a sun hat, sunscreen and breakfast/morning tea if you want when we reach the picnic table at the top.
