Enjoy a relaxing stroll beside the picturesque Darebin Creek. Travel via public transport is possible. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Moderate, approximately 12 km, point-to-point walk on mainly flat paths with public transport connections.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Catch a Hurstbridge line train from Flinders St, meeting at 10:06am at a leafy Alphington Station (I'll be there to greet and quick takeaway coffee option across the road), or 10:26am, for a 10:30am start to ramble, walking a circuit around greater Alphington Park, before following the Darebin Trail upstream, avoiding cycleways as much as possible, stopping (around midday) on a lawn area for BYO lunch adjacent to Northlands (food options available from the mall's food court inside) but we move on sharp at 12:45pm, back on streamside tracks upstream, passing under Plenty Rd (1:30pm), and following the trail with a mixture of urban and rural vistas, into Bundoora Parklands concluding the walk at the Bundoora Park Farm Cafe at approximately 3pm for well earned refreshments before catching a homeward bound tram in nearby Plenty Road. Optional short walk uphill, to look at the original farm property Homestead before catching the tram back in the direction of the city. BOOKING: By Thursday 17th March. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 220319: Alphington to Bundoora Ramble. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:06am at the Alphington Railway Station for a 10:30am departure.  MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 31 grid C10 | Google map goo.gl/maps/6t4kLP8W9HKnaxFJ8.  PUBLIC TRANSPORT: The Hurstbridge line train that departs Flinders Street Station platform 1 at 9:38am arrives at Alphington Station 10:06am with time for a swift and optional takeway coffee across the road (9:58am for a 10:26am arrival for those not wanting one).  However, we aim to leave Alphington 10:30am sharp, to keep to programme. FOOD: Carry lunch, snacks and at least a litre of water if weather is hot. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable walking boots/shoes and dress according to the weather forecast. LEADER: Michael C. | Email LeaderMichaelC.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Finish off your ChillOut Festival weekend with a circuit walk between the Hepburn Springs Bathhouse and Daylesford via Spring Creek and Doctors Gully. This is a completely different route to that taken in previous years. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Moderate approximately 10 km, circuit walk, mostly on off-road paths, steep at times.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Starting from the Hepburn Springs Bathhouse car park (which has an amenities block), we head through the bush to the old swimming hole, then pass through the Hepburn Springs village to pick up the Doctors Gully track, which we follow to the northern outskirts of Daylesford. There we turn around to head back towards Hepburn Springs via the Spring Creek valley. We'll probably stop at the Hepburn Reservoir for lunch. After lunch we continue along a 4WD track which mostly follows the ridge all the way to a 4-way intersection close to our starting point.  BOOKING: By Saturday 12th March. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 220314: Hepburn Springs to Daylesford circuit walk. FURTHER INFORMATION: This event is part of the Labour Day Long Weekend – ChillOut Camping event, with associated activities: Saturday 10am: The Nomads ChillOut Saturday Morning Community Walk. Saturday 2:30pm: The Nomads Daylesford Naturist Walk during ChillOut. Saturday evening: BYO BBQ at the Jubilee Lake Park, and/or many events around town. Sunday: The ChillOut Festival Street Parade and Carnivale.  Sunday evening: An evening meal at the Spice of India Restaurant, within easy walking distance of the Jubilee Lake Holiday Park. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:30am in the car park at the end of Mineral Springs Reserve Rd, Hepburn Springs (follow the road past the Hepburn Bathhouse and Spa to the car park at the end of that road). We'll meet beside the amenities block. MAP REFERENCE: Starting point: Melway map X909 grid C9 | Google map: goo.gl/maps/8oRRGDQ5MBWmuodx9 The Route: Google map of approximate route: Hepburn Springs - Daylesford circuit via Spring Ck and Doctors Gully The Inspiration: Daylesford to Hepburn Village circuit - www.gdt.org.au/circuit-walks-rides/daylesford.   DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: Via Western Fwy 118 km, 1 hour 25 minutes | via Calder Fwy 117 km, 1 hour 30 minutes. FOOD: Carry lunch, snacks and at least 1 litre of water. You will be able to sample natural spring water along the way. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Face mask, hand sanitiser, comfortable walking boots and dress according to the weather forecast. Depending on recent rainfall, you may get wet feet in some creek crossings. Some sections contain sharp rocks.  FOOD: Carry lunch, snacks and at least 1 litre of water. LEADER: Alan D. | Email LeaderAlanD.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS

** Event sold out - waiting list tickets available ** Enjoy a pleasant clothes-free 2.5-hour walk in the peaceful surroundings of the Wombat State Forest in the heart of Daylesford.  Please note: This is a clothing-free event (not clothing optional) and all attendees will be asked to conform to the nature of the event. This event caters for the beginner and experienced naturist in a friendly, supportive and accepting environment where one can reconnect with nature.   GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Grade 3, Moderate, approximately 8.5 km circuit walk. The country is generally undulating, though there are some rough tracks with obstacles in parts. Some bushwalking experience is recommended. ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: This event is for naturists. Enjoy a pleasant clothes-free stroll through the tall trees and along the picturesque creeks in Wombat State Forest near Daylesford. A good chance for a chat, or just enjoy the pleasure of being in the forest, without clothes. We will pass a natural spring along the way for a chance to sample the local spring water, before heading deep in the forest and disrobing.  A 10–15-minute naked meditation will be provided alongside Wombat Creek at half time. The walk should finish by about 5pm, the starting point in time for preparing for your evening social events.   BOOKING: By Thursday 10th March. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 220312: Daylesford afternoon walk during ChillOut. COVID REQUIREMENTS:  The Nomads Inc. complies with all Covid-19 government regulations for the running of outdoor events. You are encouraged to regularly use hand sanitiser, socially distance during the event as much as possible and wear a face mask whenever it's not possible to socially distance. No shared food or drinks will be provided, please bring along your own snacks (if required) and drinks to this event. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 2:15pm Jubilee Lake Holiday Park. Meet outside the cafe/main office (clothed). Please be on time so we can make the most of our time in the forest. MAP REFERENCE: Google map goo.gl/maps/dAhBF9DD144kfVMR9. DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 114 km | 1 hour 25 minutes. COST: Free for Nomads members, $5 for non-members. FOOD: You may wish to bring about 600ml of water. However, as the walk is relatively short you may just wish to have a drink before we depart, and have another when we return to the cars for a snack and a drink. Food is not required but you can take a snack if you like. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Face mask, hand sanitiser, sunscreen, hat, dark glasses, repellent (maybe). Wear comfortable walking shoes/boots. Shorts for the start and end of the walk.  LEADER: Jason T. | Email LeaderJasonT.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

3 spots remaining for Visitor Hard Walk. Easy Walk Sold Out! Be Quick, ticket sales close soon! Join The Nomads at Chillout for a morning walk through the forest trees and along a picturesque creek near Daylesford. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Choice of two circuit walks. Easy 4.5 km walk or Hard 7.0 km walk with some challenging off-track hills to climb and descend. ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: The easy walk will be done at a relaxed pace, though it does have a couple of short hills to ascend and descend. The harder walk requires a reasonable level of fitness. It will move at a faster pace and has some challenging hills to climb and descend. With a bit of luck we may be able to get to the old Mistletoe Gold Mine site. Both walks will stop for a 15 minute break in the forest. A good chance to make new friends. Bring face mask, hand sanitiser, water, hat, apply sunscreen and wear closed shoes, not sandals. BOOKING: Preferably by Friday 11th March. To register, click on Get Tickets. The ChillOut weekend consists of a number of Nomads events. If you are not a Nomads member but plan to attend more than one Nomads ChillOut Weekend activity, to avoid paying multiple visitor fees we suggest you take out a Temporary 1 month Membership (cost $8) prior to booking. Once you have taken out your membership, select Get Tickets on each event that you wish to attend.  Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 220312 Chillout Saturday Morning Community Bushwalk. FURTHER INFORMATION: This event is part of the Labour Day Long Weekend – ChillOut Camping event, with associated activities: Saturday 2:30pm: The Nomads Daylesford Naturist Walk during ChillOut. Saturday evening: BYO BBQ at the Jubilee Lake Park, and/or many events around town. Sunday: The ChillOut Festival Street Parade and Carnivale.  Sunday evening: An evening meal at the Spice of India Restaurant, within easy walking distance of the Jubilee Lake Holiday Park. Monday 10:30am: The Nomads Hepburn Springs to Daylesford Circuit Walk. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10am at the Tipperary Springs Picnic Area at the end of Tipperary Springs Rd Daylesford. It is 2.5 km and 5 minutes drive from the Daylesford Town Hall. Both walks will start and finish at this point. MAP REFERENCE: Melway map X909 grid C9 | Google map goo.gl/maps/zHY92N6sDrahUqC37. DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 116 km, approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to drive.  PUBLIC TRANSPORT: It is 2 hours 45 minutes by public transport to Daylesford, but you would need to arrive in Daylesford the night before in order to get to the start of the walk in time. From central Daylesford you would need to walk 2.5 km to the start of the walk or catch a taxi. The shuttle bus will be operating again this year, running every 40 minutes between Jubilee Lake, central Daylesford and Hepburn Springs, though it’s no longer free - a weekend bus pass costs $20. Daylesford has quite a good taxi service (03 5348 1111) but no Ubers. If you need a lift to Daylesford, we suggest you contact a Nomads leader a few days before the event to see if we can arrange that for you. COST: $10 for visitors and free for Nomads Members. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable closed shoes/walking boots, hat, dark glasses, apply sunscreen before the walk. Dress according to the weather forecast. Don't forget a face mask and hand sanitiser. FOOD AND DRINKS: Bring drinking water and snacks for the morning break stop. Snacks of a muesli bar etc. and a piece of fruit will be given out to each walker at the start of the walk. WALK LEADERS: EASY WALK: Russell W | Email LeaderRussellW.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. HARDER WALK: Jason T | Email LeaderJasonT.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

We’ll use the Jubilee Lake Holiday Park as our base for a relaxed weekend doing some walks in the Daylesford region whilst also participating in ChillOut Festival. ** Saturday night is booked out: email LeaderAlanD.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you would like to be put on a waitlist for Saturday night **  GRADE: Social - this is a base camp for participating in events during the ChillOut Festival. ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION:  There are many events you can attend as part of ChillOut Festival, and the Nomads have also organised a number of walks to coincide with it. The Jubilee Lake Holiday Park is a great base for your ChillOut long weekend. This park is a little out of the centre of Daylesford, but much nicer and less crowded than the caravan park beside the ChillOut Carnival site. Some activities to consider attending include: Saturday 10:15am: The Nomads ChillOut Saturday Morning Community Walk. Saturday 2:30pm: The Nomads Daylesford Naturist Walk during ChillOut. Saturday evening: BYO BBQ at the Jubilee Lake Park, and/or many events around town. Sunday: Attend the ChillOut Festival Street Parade and Carnivale.  Sunday evening: We'll once again organise an evening meal at the Spice of India Restaurant, within easy walking distance of the Jubilee Lake Holiday Park. Monday 10:30am: The Nomads Hepburn Springs to Daylesford Circuit Walk. The shuttle bus will be operating again this year, running every 40 minutes between Jubilee Lake, central Daylesford and Hepburn Springs, though it’s no longer free - a weekend bus pass costs $20. Daylesford has quite a good taxi service (03 5348 1111) but no Ubers. BOOKING: by Tuesday 8th March or ASAP. Click on Get Tickets to get a ticket for each night you wish to camp.  Do not book your accommodation directly with the holiday park! Get a MEMBER or VISITOR ticket for EACH night you wish to camp. You need to be a financial Nomads member to take out a Member ticket. Visitors who wish to attend any of the other Nomads events over the weekend, are advised to take out a 1 month temporary membership (cost $8) prior to making any bookings. You can then book free member tickets for the events you want to attend (though the camping fee remains the same: $15 per person per night). Everybody (Members and Visitors): Don't forget to also register for any other events you wish to attend.  Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 220311 Labour Day Long Weekend – ChillOut Camping. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 6-10pm on Friday 11th March at the Jubilee Lake Holiday Park, Daylesford (or as arranged with the leader). The leader will provide additional details after you register. MAP REFERENCE: Melway map X909 grid C9 | Google map goo.gl/maps/cXKMzKvqni22. DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: Via Western Fwy 118 km, 1 hour 30 minutes | via Calder Fwy 117 km, 1 hour 35 minutes. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: There is a special ChillOut Festival Bus service between Melbourne and Daylesford. There is also the regular V/Line service between Melbourne and Daylesford. If necessary, contact the leader to see if we can collect you from the bus stop (outside the CFA Station). Alternatively, the ChillOut Shuttle Bus can be used to get from central Daylesford to the Jubilee Lake Holiday Park. ACCOMMODATION: The Nomads “base camp” will be a cluster of four unpowered camp sites. The sites are reasonably large and can each accommodate up to six people (in multiple tents or small camping vehicles) per site. Cars can generally be parked on or beside the sites, with additional parking available in the car park near reception.  COST: The Nomads have booked the sites - you don't need to book individually! The cost is $15 per person per night.  FOOD: there are BBQ facilities and a cafe at the holiday park. Alternatively, you can bring your own food for the weekend and/or dine in Daylesford. APPAREL & EQUIPMENT: You will need to BYO tent and bedding unless you're able to share somebody else's. A chair and table are handy, but not essential. Don't forget a face mask(s) and hand sanitiser. A torch is essential. LEADER: Alan D. | Email LeaderAlanD.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

The Heathcote-Graytown National Park is located in the North Central region of Victoria and is a great place for bushwalks. Viewing Rock provides views of Heathcote and surrounding areas. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Mod-Med, approximately 8.5 km, circuit walk with a rise of 220m (total). ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION:The 12,833-hectare (31,710-acre) national park, which includes sections of the Great Dividing Range, adjoins a number of state forests, including the McIvor Ranges State Forest and is located just outside the town of Heathcote. The park lies within the Rushworth Box-Ironbark Region Important Bird Area, identified as such by BirdLife International because of its importance for swift parrots and other woodland birds. The area was gazetted as a national park by the Victorian Government on 30 October 2002. It was primarily proclaimed to protect Victoria's diminishing box-ironbark forests, crucial in retaining Victoria's biodiversity. The walk is an 8.5 km lightly trafficked loop trail that features a cave and is rated as Moderate-medium. Though shortish, the trail is partly on stony trails, and is a little uneasy underfoot. The track sets off past the Powder Magazine and up the incline through the forest to the rock for a great view of the town. The powder magazine was constructed by the Public Works Department in 1864, built to store explosives used in gold mining, located away from residential areas in case of accidental explosion. A slight deviation close to the top leads to Devil's Cave where Aboriginals, and later, gold miners sheltered. BOOKING: By Thursday 3rd March. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 220306: Heathcote Graytown NP Walk. FURTHER INFORMATION: parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/heathcote-graytown-national-park MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 11:30am at the Heathcote Powder Magazine Carpark, 250 Forest Dr, Heathcote.  MAP REFERENCE: Melway map X909 J5 | Google map goo.gl/maps/PJBb9debPoc9L4TP6. DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 130 km, approximately 2 hours. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Public transport is possible by train to Bendigo, then bus to Heathcote, but takes 4 hours. FOOD: Carry lunch, snacks and at least 1 litre of water. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable walking boots/shoes and dress according to the weather forecast. LEADER: Richard C. | Email LeaderRichardC.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website. HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Our regular monthly social night - this month at the Mt View Hotel in Bridge Rd, Richmond.  GRADE: Social.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Join us for our monthly social evening where members can enjoy a meal, talk about upcoming events, compare notes on past activities and float ideas on events they would like to see run. We'll meet in the rooftop bar, which has great views of the CBD skyline. See mtviewhotel.com.au for further details and the menu.  BOOKING: By Monday 28th February. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 7pm | Mt View Hotel, 68-70 Bridge Rd, Richmond - Rooftop Bar. MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 2G grid H6 | Google map goo.gl/maps/E7uvkw4KKwaVTD5w5. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Tram #48 (via Collins St) or #75 (via Flinders St) to stop 15. LEADER: Garry O. | Email LeaderGarryO.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

A challenging overnight backpacking hike in the Victorian Alps.  GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Challenging 5-day (4 nights camping) overnight backpacking hike.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: This challenging overnight backpacking hike in the Victorian Alps will incorporate Quartz Ridge, the Bogong High Plains and Ropers Hut, probably starting and finishing in the Falls Creek Village. More details will be provided shortly.  BOOKING: ASAP. To register, click on Get Tickets. Even if uncertain that you can attend, please register and the event leader will contact you with further information. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: Monday 28 February (or preferably the night prior) at Falls Creek. Further details to be provided shortly. MAP REFERENCE: Google map goo.gl/maps/4vuRnf5w6rpF1Hjr5.  DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 390 km, approximately 5 hours drive. FOOD | APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: All food for the period will need to be carried in your pack. A suggested packing list, including food requirements, will be sent to those who register. Weather conditions can vary significantly and rapidly in alpine regions, so you will need to be prepared for all possibile eventualities, including the potential for snow falls. LEADER: Roger H. | Email LeaderRogerH.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Accomodation at Restaway is now fully booked - any cancellations will be offered to those who have registerd on the WAITING LIST, and will be offered by date / time order of registration. Booking and payment by Friday 17th December is essential to participate in this popular February 2022 Nomads weekend of walking on Mt Buffalo, socialising and exclusive-use accommodation in Porepunkah. Mt Buffalo National Park offers spectacular scenery, moderately challenging walks through varying terrain, and rich diversity of flora and fauna, as well as unique geological formations. This Nomads walking and social weekend in Victoria's North-East is now in its seventh year, and David R. will again head up the walk leaders' team. Bookings are limited and it always books out, so book early!   GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Each day we will drive from our group accommodation in Porepunkah to Mt Buffalo, enjoy the walk, and return in the late afternoon. (Optional) Friday 25th Feb walk: Hard; approx 6-8 hrs; Saturday 26th Feb walk: Medium-Hard; approx 5-6 hrs; probable circuit walk. Booking includes the communal BBQ dinner (you will be asked to bring something for dinner) at our accommodation. Sunday 27th Feb walk: Easy; approx 2 hrs; After departing Restaway, a circuit walk ending with lunch at Lake Catani and the opportunity for a swim. This enables a drive back to Melbourne after lunch on Sunday. ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: The weekend will follow the successful model of previous years and will be based on accommodation at Restaway Holiday Units in Porepunkah. Accomodation is in shared holiday units, with each unit having: two bedrooms (one with a queen bed, the other with 2 single beds), a living area, a bathroom and kitchenette).  Our booking is for the nights of Thursday 24th February (for those wishing to do the Friday walk), Friday 25th and Saturday 26th February. The maximum number of people for the walks is 30. Depending on room options selected, Restaway accommodates about 24 people, so there is only limited capacity for off-site campers who wish to walk. Those wanting the limited off-site camping places, before booking please email LeaderIanG.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com - as they are managed on a first-come basis. Only book an OFFSITE ACCOMMODATION ticket if advised by the leader to do so. For those arriving Thursday night and wishing to do the optional Friday walk, it will be a relatively hard walk, in an area to be decided depending on weather and park conditions. Alternativerly, you can have a restful day at Restaway or visit local wineries, brewery, or the Bright region. On Saturday there will be a one-day walk on Mt Buffalo and the communal BBQ dinner at Restaway on Saturday evening. On Sunday there will be a shorter half-day walk on Mt Buffalo, followed by a BYO picnic lunch at Lake Catani (there are no shops on Mt Buffalo, so bring lunch) with the opportunity for a swim (bring towel) before you leave. This schedule enables people to drive up after work on Friday and return Sunday afternoon or evening. Some people might want to stay at Restaway for Sunday evening or longer.  If you stay in your weekend room, the owners are giving you a "special rate of $137 per Unit" (i.e for two bedrooms, living area, bathroom and kitchenette) Please contact LeaderIanG.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com for details of how to book. We expect to book out all of Restaway again, so we will have exclusive use of the swimming pool, large garden and BBQ area.  It is a big, big task organising this weekend, so the roles are being split again this year. David is organising leadership of the walks, and Ian Gould is organising the accommodation and communal Saturday dinner. Bookings can only be made through the Nomads website; if you find it is fully booked, please take out a 'wait list' ticket and you will be contacted (in the order of ticketing) if a place becomes available.  To join this weekend you need to book and pay by Friday 17th December 2021 (if not booked out earlier) - enabling the Nomads to secure booking of all units. The Restaway owners have indicated that their cancellation policy is more flexible than normal, should you/we need to cancel due to COVID-19. Please note: (i) This is a popular event; in every previous year the event has been fully booked. (ii) A booking must include full payment for accommodation and be via our website. (iii) Maximum walking group size is 30, limited to ensure a quality environmental experience and individual and group safety. (iv) The event is based on accommodation at Restaway and walks on Mt Buffalo. Please contact LeaderIanG.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com to discuss staying elsewhere; only a small number can camp or stay off-site. This event is generally not open to Visitors. Please contact LeaderIanG.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you are a Visitor and would like to attend. BOOKING: By Friday 17th December if not sold out prior. To register, click on Get Tickets. Your payment will be fully refunded if it becomes necessary to cancel due to COVID-19. Firstly, decide if you will be arriving on the afternoon/evening of Thursday 24th or Friday 25th February 2022. Secondly, choose if you want 'Shared bedroom' accommodation, in which you will share the room with one other person (separate beds, or, share a queen bed with your partner or friend), OR, want a 'Single room' which gives you a room for your use only, usually a single bed. The Ticket includes the cost of accommodation, Saturday night's BBQ dinner (you will also be asked to contribute some food too) and participation in the walks. Buy the ticket you want, noting: if you and your partner / friend wish to share a booking, you will need to buy two 'Shared room' tickets (see below); Indicate if you prefer vegetarian or non-vegetarian food for the communal BBQ; and, if you are wanting to 'hitch a ride' with a Nomad for the drive up. If buying Shared accommodation and you wish to share with a particular person, it is necessary to email LeaderIanG.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com to advise him of the name of the person you will be sharing with, and preferred room sharing arrangements. i.e. (i) are you wanting to share a Queen bed with your partner or friend (who needs to buy a ticket too), OR (ii) have a preference to share a twin room with a particular person. If you buy Shared accommodation and do not send the Leader an email, he will allocate you with another person in a shared room. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 220224 Mt Buffalo Weekend Walking. FURTHER INFORMATION: www.parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/mount-buffalo-national-park and www.restawayholidayunits.com.au. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: Arrival time is from 3pm onwards on either Thursday 24th or Friday 25th February at Restaway Holiday Units, 6852 Great Alpine Road, Porepunkah.  Car pooling arrangements from Restaway to Mt Buffalo will be organised each day at the compulsory pre-walk briefings held at Restaway prior to leaving for each day's walk.  MAP REFERENCE: Meeting point at Restaway Holiday Units: Melway map X922 grid F9 | Google map www.google.com.au/maps/place/Porepunkah+VIC+3740.  DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 320 km, approximately 3 hours 30 minutes driving time, via Hume Hwy, Snow Road, Myrtleford to Porepunkah.  TRANSPORT: Car sharing is preferred - we'll try to avoid single-occupant car trips (COVID-19 guidelines permitting). There is a V/Line bus stop in Porepunkah, with connections to Wangaratta Station. FOOD: Bring your own breakfasts, lunches, drinks and snacks for all days. Bring you dinner for all evenings except Saturday, if you intend cooking at Restaway. During the walks carry your own lunch, snacks and at least 1 litre of water. Only very limited food was available in the nearby Porepunkah service station last year, so it is essential to bring all your food and drink needs with you. Dinner Thursday and Friday night: Bring your own dinner (BBQ available on-site; limited kitchen in each Unit) and eat in, or, eat out at the local hotel. If you wish to join a block booking for the Porepunkah Hotel please contact the leader. Saturday night: Booking and payment includes the famous Nomads communal BBQ dinner (including meat or vegetarian option, plus dessert) on Saturday night, but BYO drinks. The organiser will ask you for a contribution of a salad or pre-dinner nibbles to this dinner. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable walking boots, walking poles (if you wish), sun hat / wool beany and rain/wind proof jacket. While weather forecasts are useful, cold, windy and wet weather can occur in any season, so walkers must be prepared even in February. LEADER: Ian G. | Email LeaderIanG.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions or to advise on Shared accommodation preferences. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Get away from the heat with a scenic walk around Warburton in the Upper Yarra Valley. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Moderate approximately 12 km circuit walk. Most of the walk will be fairly flat but there will be some short climbs and descents, steep at times. ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Warburton is a beautiful small town sitting beside the Yarra River and surrounded by forests. This walk, starting from central Warburton, will encompass sections of the O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail, the Yarra River Walk and an unofficial extension of the Warburton Rail Trail. From the meeting point, we'll cross the river then walk uphill, mostly on a gentle gradient to meet the O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail. We'll follow that trail eastwards, surrounded by tall trees and ferns, with many spectacular vistas over the Yarra Valley. Afterwards, we head down to the river to walk back to the start point via an extension of the Warburton Rail Trail and the Yarra River Walk. Those who would like some refreshments afterwards can linger for a while at the Alpine Hotel prior to heading back home. BOOKING: By Friday 18th February. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 220220: Warburton Circuit Walk. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 11:15am | At the bus stop in front of the Alpine Hotel, 3340 Warburton Hwy, Warburton. There is parking on site, but Warburton is very busy on the weekends, so allow plenty of time to find a parking spot. You can park along the Warburton Highway in front of the Alpine Hotel or on Station Rd (which is behind the Alpine Hotel), then walk over the Rail trail and down through the hotel grounds to the bus stop. MAP REFERENCE: Melway map X912 grid S3 | VicRoads map 80 grid D7 | Google map g.page/Alpine-Hotel-Warburton?share.  PUBLIC TRANSPORT: You can use public transport to get to and from this walk: Getting There: Catch the Lilydale train that departs Flinders Street Station at 9:06am (or Richmond at 9:19am), arriving in Lilydale at 10:15am. From there catch the 10:22am #683 Warburton bus, which should arrive at the Alpine Retreat (aka The Alpine) at 11:07am. Returning: #683 buses depart from Warburton for Lilydale Station at 3:39pm, 4:39pm, 5:23pm, 6:29pm... DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 73 km, approximately 1.5 hours to drive, 2.5 hours by public transport. FOOD: Carry lunch, snacks and at least 1 litre of water. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable walking boots/shoes and dress according to the weather forecast. Sunscreen, hat and insect repellent are recommended. LEADER: Johnathon M. | Email LeaderJohnathonM.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website. Image: Cycling along the O'Shannassey Aquaduct trail (courtesy of Warburton Holiday Park).   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Enjoy a relaxing summer's day exploring the Merri Creek/Yarra River including the mighty Dights Falls and Yarra Bend Park reserve on a fun and challenging hike! Situated within inner Melbourne's largest area of bushland, the area including Studley Park, provides the perfect setting for enjoying some of the Yarra's natural and cultural heritage. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Medium-Hard (with a few rough unformed tracks), some short steep hills and narrow rocky unsealed sections of track in some parts.  Other sections of track are sealed and well maintained. Some bushwalking experience is recommended. Length of approximately 10.5 km.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Explore the Merri Creek and Yarra River trails on a 10.5km walk through the natural bushlands of the area, grassy woodlands and open forest that provides significant habitat for the park's native wildlife including Rainbow Lorikeets, Cockatoos and the Eastern Pobblebonk frog. A short way downstream, the Merri Creek meets the mighty Yarra River which marks an important traditional gathering place for the Wurundjeri people.  Here we will spend time at Dights Falls which was originally a natural rock barrier in the Yarra River that was first converted into a weir in the 1840s. The purpose of the weir was to divert water to drive a flour mill on the northern bank of the river which we will get to explore. We will spend time exploring the park's bushland trails, take a walk across a 1930's suspension bridge and visit Melbourne's oldest public boathouse. We will enjoy an hour for lunch picnicking among the gum trees at Studley Park Reserve before exploring Dights Falls from the opposite bank of the Yarra.  The walk will conclude at Collingwood train station. The tracks are uneven in parts so good footwear is encouraged. BOOKING: By Friday 18th February. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. FURTHER INFORMATION: Yarra Bend Park (parks.vic.gov.au) NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 220219: Merri Creek/Yarra River & Dights Falls Hike. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:45am at Merri Train Station, Northcote (South Park Street Side) MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 193 grid H9 | Google map https://goo.gl/maps/jxg3p2WGL7ioMAss9 DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 6 km, approximately 15 minutes to drive, 20 minutes by public transport. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: This is a public transport friendly event. Take the Mernda train from Flinders St and alight at Merri Station. The walk will terminate at Collingwood train station (same line) where you can continue your journey home.  For those driving you may park your car at Merri or Collingwood and collect your car at the conclusion of the hike. FOOD: Carry lunch, snacks and at least 1 litre of water. We will spend approximately an hour at the Studley Park Reserve. Food and drinks can be purchased at the Boathouse as well. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Hiking boots/shoes preferred.  There are quite a few rough sections of track with loose rocks and some short steep hills.  Sturdy foot attire is recommended.  Dress according to the weather forecast, bring a hat, sunscreen and sunglasses as the UV level will be quite high. BRING MYKI CARD: Bring a Myki Card even if travelling by car, as we will need to return to the starting point to collect your car, or if leaving the car at the end of the hike, you will need to take the train to the start of the walk. Don't forget to bring a face mask with you as this is a requirement for taking public transport. You may also make use of carpooling or the use of Uber if you are concerned with using the train to return to the starting point. LEADER: Jason T. | Email LeaderJasonT.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website. HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Enjoy a relaxing cycle ride from Federation Square to Port Melbourne, then following Port Phillip Bay to Brighton Beach, and optionally on to Mordialloc. This event is part of Midsumma Festival. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Easy 16 km, or Medium 35 km, point-to-point cycling with lunch at Brighton Beach Hotel.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Starting from Federation Square, we'll cycle along Southbank then the trail beside the 109 tram to Port Melbourne. From there we follow the Bay Trail via St Kilda and Elwood to Brighton, where we'll stop for lunch at the Brighton Beach Hotel, overlooking the beach. This is an easy 16 km ride entirely on cycle paths and quite flat. After lunch you can return via train from the Brighton Beach Station, or continue for a further 19 km at a slightly faster pace via the Bay Trail to Mordialloc. From Mordialloc Railway Station trains depart every 10 minutes to either Flinders Street or Frankston Stations.  Some leisure cycling experience is advisable. There's a cap on lunch numbers, so book early to ensure you don't miss out!  BOOKING: By Thursday 10th February. To register, click on Get Tickets in this listing or register via midsumma.org.au. Unsure if you've already booked via The Nomads? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 220212: Midsumma Cycling by the Bay. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:30am at the Birrarung Marr bike parking (Federation Square).  MAP REFERENCE: Melway map X893 grid J10 or 1B grid Q12 | Google map goo.gl/maps/wQohZA3HZWN2GDPt5.  PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Any train to Flinders Street Station. FOOD: Lunch will be purchased at the Brighton Beach Hotel. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable cycling gear and dress according to the weather forecast. Bring swimwear if you might be tempted by a swim. LEADER: Alan D. | Email LeaderAlanD.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Gather your friends together, and your Nomads polo shirt, and head along to Fitzroy St, St Kilda to march with The Nomads in the annual Midsumma Pride March. GRADE |  TYPE: Easy, social.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Midsumma Pride March in 2022 will still have a few COVID-19 hoops to clamber through, but should be less restrictive than in 2021. It will be occurring as a physical march on 6 February, and the general public should be permitted to attend this time.  The best view of the parade is always from within it, so register via Get Tickets to join The Nomads in marching proudly down Fitzroy Street. See midsumma.org.au closer to the date for comprehensive details. BOOKING: By Friday 4th February. To register, click on Get Tickets. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: probably 9:30am - we will be notified of our assembly time closer to the event | Ian Johnson Oval, Fitzroy St, St Kilda. MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 2P grid B3 | Google map goo.gl/maps/rNZFmL1Pz16aCqD18. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: 12 to stop 143 | tram 96 to stop 132 | any St Kilda Rd tram to stop 30 (these tram stops will be serviced even while the march is proceeding). LEADER: Garry O. | Email LeaderGarryO.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website. Image: Zack M.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Our regular monthly social night - this month at the Arcadia Hotel, South Yarra.  GRADE: Social.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Join us for our monthly social evening where members can enjoy a meal, talk about upcoming events, compare notes on past activities and float ideas on events they would like to see run. The extensive Arcadia menu offers a range of pizzas and bar snacks, popular pub classics, healthy salads and weekly specials.  BOOKING: By Monday 31st January. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 7pm at the Arcadia Hotel, 2 Toorak Rd, South Yarra. MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 2L grid E5/F5. | Google map goo.gl/maps/kp7jhogCy5kXQLzeA. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Tram #58 to stop 125 (Punt Rd & Toorak Rd) Train: Sandringham, Frankston, Cranbourne or Pakenham line to South Yarra Station Bus: #246 (Elsternwick to Clifton Hill) along Punt Rd to Punt Rd & Toorak Rd LEADER: Garry O. | Email LeaderGarryO.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Enjoy Melbourne's big 260 hectare backyard. This event is part of Midsumma Festival. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Easy 10 km point-to-point walk with public transport connections.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Join the experienced leaders of the Nomads Outdoors Group Inc to explore one of Melbourne's underrated gems - Yarra Bend Park, which hugs both sides of the Yarra River at the back door of central Melbourne. The park contains both natural bushland and a built environment. It has many historical connections to the development of Marvellous Melbourne in the late 1800s together with the early years of the 1900s. It also has many LGBTI connections. Never static, the park continues to evolve to better serve the city's citizens. The walk starts at 10:30am sharp at the historic entrance to Victoria Park, which has easy access to multiple public transport services (bus and train). The walk will be mostly on dirt paths, so closed footwear is essential. BYO water container plus snacks and lunch. The lunch break will be taken in Fairfield Park which has access to toilets and water. Expect the walk to conclude around 4pm at Kew Junction with access to tram and bus routes. Other exit points to public transport are available en route. BOOKING: By Thursday 27th January. To register, click on Get Tickets in this listing or register via midsumma.org.au. Unsure if you've already booked via The Nomads? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAVE CHECKLIST: Checklist 220130: Nomads Midsumma Outdoors - Yarra Bend Explorer. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:30am at Victoria Park, cnr Lulie & Turner Sts, Abbotsford.  MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 44 grid E4 | Google map goo.gl/maps/QtRzqaPfAkuD3nKYA.  PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Hurstbridge/Mernda line train to Collingwood. Bus 200, 207, 246, 302-305, 905-907 to Johnston & Hoddle Street area. FOOD: BYO snacks and Lunch plus at least a 1 Litre water container - there is limited access to food in Fairfield Park on weekends. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable closed-toe shoes and dress according to the weather forecast.  LEADER: Garry O. | Email LeaderGarryO.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com if you have any questions. Members can access leader contact details under Members | Leader Contacts when logged in to the website.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS