A short walk within historic Trentham and part of the Wombat Trail, a loop that goes around the edges and through Trentham along well made paths. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Easy, approximately 7.5 km, circuit walk on formed paths.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Trentham is a small town on the edge of the Wombat State Forest. There are a number of reserves and walking trails around this historic area, including part of the Wombat Trail, a loop of approximately 7 km, taking the walker around the edge of the Victorian town into the surrounding bushland. The path runs upstream along Stoney Creek and its native bush reserve. After leaving Stoney Creek, you reach the historic Trentham Cemetery (est 1870). Crossing over the Trentham-Blackwood Road we enter Rahills Rd & Golden Point Rd past the Trentham Racecourse, where the last race was run 110 years ago. Returning to Trentham we will make our way back to town via the old Police Camp Reserve, in Camp St (no pun intended), containing a preserved old jail built in 1866. Back into the Trentham township past the historic Red Beard Bakery (run continuously since 1890s) and then onto the 1880s Trentham Railway Station and along the railway line. We return to the Quarry St/High St intersection for the end of the loop and picnic lunch/bbq facilities within the Quarry Street Reserve. BOOKING: By Thursday 9th December. To register, click on Get Tickets. If you wish to stay on Saturday night, select Saturday from the Accommodation Nights question when booking. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 211212: Trentham Wombat Trail Walk. It is strongly recommended that you only attend the event if you have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Those staying overnight on Saturday night MUST be double vaccinated. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 11am on the south side of the Quarry St / High St intersection, Trentham.  MAP REFERENCE: Melway map X909 grid E10 | Google map goo.gl/maps/76ktsq5uc4igUVdr5.  DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 93 km, between 75 and 90 minutes to drive via the M79 Calder Fwy. Parking is available in Quarry St, on the north and the south side of its intersection with High Street (the main Trentham throughfare and just downhill from the Cosmopolitan Hotel). PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Public transport options are available via train between Southern Cross station and Woodend (or Kyneton), plus a bus to Trentham. Myki cannot be used on the Daylesford bus service - tickets should be purchased online in advance. Recommended options: Getting There: From Southern Cross, catch the 9:05am Echuca service and alight at Woodend at 10:04am. Transfer to the Daylesford bus service that departs from Woodend at 10:14am and arrives at Trentham Milk Bar/Market St at 10:36am. The bus stop is about 300 metres from the meeting point - from the bus stop head north, then turn left into High St (C318). The second High St intersection is Quarry St, the meeting point. Returning: either Trentham 2:39pm arriving Southern Cross 4:24pm or Trentham 5:39pm arriving Southern Cross 7:24pm. For either of these services, catch the Daylesford-Woodend bus service from Trentham Milk Bar/Market St, which should arrive in Woodend to connect to the V/Line train service to Southern Cross Station, departing Woodend about 15 minutes later. OVERNIGHT OPTION: There is the possibility of staying overnight, as there is space to pitch your tent, campervan etc in the grounds of the leader's home in Trentham, with access to bathroom facilities. There are also a couple of spots available inside the house for lilos. This may be of particular interest to those attending the nearby Mixed Naturist Walk: Wombat State Forest & old logging camps near Blackwood event on Saturday 11th December. FOOD: Sunday Lunch: a BYO BBQ will be held at Quarry Street Reserve. BYO meat or vegetarian options for a BBQ lunch beside the meeting point. Saturday Dinner: for those choosing to spend Saturday night in Trentham, a BYO BBQ will be held at the leader's property in Trentham. BYO everything. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfortable walking boots and warm, waterproof layers. Trentham is at 700 metres elevation, so it's likely to be cooler and wetter than Melbourne and the trails may be muddy.  LEADER: Robert H. | Email LeaderRobertH.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 naturist walk through the forest, and a jaunt along the top of the Great Dividing Range. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Easy to medium 8 to 9 km circuit walk along 4WD tracks, the occasional walking track and through the open forest. The tracks are generally easy walking with only a couple of short steep sections, but we will take our time.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: This event is for naturists. We plan to visit some of the old tree logging camps, set up many years ago and now abandoned. Since the logging days the trees have regrown very well and are now quite impressive. At times it feels like you are in a huge auditorium with the roof supported by huge wooden pillars. We will also be able to do a short stroll along the picturesque Lerderderg River very close to where it begins on the top of the range. The walk is planned to finish by 4pm. Afternoon Tea/Drinks: After the walk we will return to the Blackwood township, where we can have cool drinks, a beer or a coffee at the Blackwood Hotel at 22 Martin St, Blackwood. BOOKING: By Thursday 9th December. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 211211: Wombat State Forest & old logging camps walk. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:00am on the footpath outside the Blackwood Post Office andCafe at 23 Martin St Blackwood. They serve coffee, tea and toasties etc. From the meeting place we can do a car convoy, or you can take your car to the start of the walk which is about 8 km away on a 2WD gravel road. Mobile coverage at the cafe is poor. You can try this Optus mobile number 0421 730 686, or if that fails try this Telstra number 0439 185 059. MAP REFERENCE: Meeting point: Melway map 909 grid E11 | Google map https://goo.gl/maps/zuSsWUBhhPSF3ZzeA The walk start is located west of the cafe, a little bit off Lerderderg Rd.  DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 91 km. Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: V/Line train leaves Southern Cross Railway Station at 8:16am and arrives in Ballan Railway Station at 9:21am. From here we will need to arrange a pick up for you. If you'd like a lift from Melbourne, when registering, select YES for the Do you need transport to the Event? question, and we can probably arrange a ride for you. FOOD: Lunch, snacks, water/drinks to take on walk. COST: $5, free for Nomads members. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Comfy shoes/boots.  Sunscreen, sunhat, sunglasses. Small towel to dry off if we find a swimming hole. Shorts could be needed at the start and finish of the walk. You could probably share a day pack between two if you like. LEADER: Russell W. | Email LeaderRussellW.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 “Round The Bay Lite” scenic tour from South Geelong to Frankston, with an overnight stay in Ocean Grove. ** Limit of 10 riders ** GRADE | TYPE | LENGTH: Hard 139 km point-to-point cycling (Day 1: Hard 61 km | Day 2: Hard 78 km). The route has many on-road sections as well as both sealed and unsealed cycling trails, and very limited early exit options. (The official Round The Bay ride of more than 210 km in a single day is totally off the Nomad’s grading scale)! ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: This is a two day cycling weekend with an overnight stay in a private house in Ocean Grove. FOR THE PEACE OF MIND OF ALL ATTENDEES, WE REQUIRE YOU ARE COVID VACINATED SINCE WE WILL ALL BE IN THE HOUSE. Saturday: we'll travel via V/Line train to South Geelong then cycle to Ocean Grove via roads and trails passing by Southside Beach, Torquay, Point Impossible Beach and Thirteenth Beach. Sunday: we'll cycle to Queenscliff to catch the ferry across to Sorrento. From there we'll cycle via the Bay Trail to Safety Beach after which we'll head inland. First through some quiet, scenic suburban streets, Bruce Rd and the Nepean Hwy to The Briars Community Forest. We'll cycle/walk through the wetlands then some quiet suburban streets to Old Moorooduc Rd, which takes us on a wide shoulder to the start of the Peninsula Link Trail. From there it's an excellent, wide path all the way to the Baxter Trail for the final 4 km descent to Frankston Station. Notes: You will need a sleeping bag (or similar), pillow slip and towel. If attending the Nomads Christmas BBQ, bring it there for it to be transported to Ocean Grove for you. We will abort the Sorrento to Frankston ride on Sunday if any of the following occur: a threat of rain; a forecast for hot temperature; or the likelihood of a strong headwind. If that happens, we'll probably ride to Portarlington and catch the ferry to Southbank, or else cycle to South Geelong. BOOKING: By Wednesday 8th December or ASAP. To register, click on Get Tickets. Limit of 10 participants. If sold out, email LeaderRogerH.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com to see if any other arrangements are possible. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 211211 Cycling Round the Bay Lite. FURTHER INFORMATION: www.railtrails.org.au/trail?view=trail&id=139 MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 9:20am at Southern Cross Station to catch the 9:50am Waurn Ponds service (though we will exit at South Geelong Station, due to the bus replacements between South Geelong and Waurn Ponds). MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 1E grid A9 | Google map goo.gl/maps/WUzR7kSmTVzW3yjx6.  DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: around 90 km to South Geelong Station, 1 hour 8 minutes by train from Southern Cross Station. ACCOMMODATION: basic, but comfortable accommodation will be provided in a private house in Ocean Grove. Only 10 beds are available.  COST: Ferry: $15 full fare or $13 concession. Bikes are carried at no additional charge. Lunches: will be purchased individually en route each day. Accommodation & Meals: a small contribution is suggested to contribute to breakfast and accommodation expenses. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Travel to and from this event is via public transport.  Sat 11 Dec: meet at Southern Cross Station at 9:20am to catch the 9:50am train to South Geelong. Sun 12 Dec: trains depart Frankston every 10 minutes for Flinders Street. FOOD: Carry 2 litres of water. We will purchase lunch along the way, though there will be long stretches with no food options, so it would be advisable to bring some snacks. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: A hybrid bike is best due to the diversity in tracks. Quite a lot of the route will be on sealed trails or roads, but some of the tracks, including the sealed sections, can be quite rough. Bring clothing based on the weather forecast, but be prepared for changeable conditions.   You will need a sleeping bag (or similar), pillow slip and towel.  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. Image: railtrails.org.au   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

** This event is fully booked, but has been postponed due to V/Line being unable to transport bikes on these dates, unless transport via car can be arranged. ** With your bicycle, explore South West Victoria with a return cycle on the Warrnambool to Port Fairy Rail Trail. Travel from Melbourne by train with ample time to explore Koroit, Port Fairy and Warrnambool. Enjoy group accommodation in the historic building that now contains the Port Fairy YHA. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Medium, 38 km one way on sealed and gravel paths that are mainly flat.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: With daylight saving in operation and warmer weather in play, it's a good time to explore the stunning natural environment in South West Victoria at a leisurely pace on our bicycles. The cycling will take place on the trail that opened in May 2012 replacing the former branch train line from Warrnambool to Port Fairy after the rail service closed in 1977.  The trail is noted for spectacular scenery on the section from Koroit to Port Fairy.   Equally, Port Fairy has a variety of attractions to explore given its position on the Moyne River and Bass Strait. BOOKING: ASAP and no later than Tuesday 7th December. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. FURTHER INFORMATION: portfairyaustralia.com.au/plan-your-trip/visitor-information-centres-2 MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 6:40am at Southern Cross Station for departure on the Warrnambool train at 6:55am.  TRAVEL FROM/TO MELBOURNE: Saturday departure is at 6:55am - allow an extra 15 minutes to ensure your bicycle is loaded into the luggage compartment at the rear of the first class carriage. The train arrives at Warrnambool at 10:45am (3 hours and 50 minutes). Return trip from Warrnambool on Sunday starts at 5:32pm and arrives back at Southern Cross at 9:09pm (3 hours and 37 minutes). Return Fares are $78.40 Full and $39.20 Concession and Seniors. Free Travel Vouchers can be "cashed in" for this trip.  Another option is to drive to Warrnambool, park the car near the station and cycle with the train group. MEAL OPTIONS: Saturday Breakfast - BYO onto the train with multiple purchase options at Southern Cross Station including a Woolworths Metro Store that opens at 5:30am. Saturday and Sunday Lunch - at Koroit with multiple options including pubs, bakery, etc. Saturday Dinner - (1) pool funds to purchase food for a BBQ on site at the YHA (plus BYO your beverages of choice) or (2) a pub meal at one of the local venues (NOTE - dress codes may apply which impacts the amount of gear you pack into your panniers). Sunday Breakfast - local eateries plus there is a large communal kitchen at the YHA to prepare your BYO food. Sunday Dinner - purchase supplies in Warrnambool for eating on the train or trust the limited train buffet options.  ACCOMODATION: The overnight stay will be at the Port Fairy YHA, 8 Cox Street. A reservation has been made for two bunk rooms; this can be increased. Plus, alternative rooms are available such as 2-person occupation. Linen and towls ($2 surchage for the latter) are provided. Expect to pay between $30 to $35 per person for your overnight stay. Check-in is from 4pm on Saturday and Checkout is before 10am on Sunday. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Cycling layers to cater for any eventuality - be sure to bring some rain protection. A spare bike tube(s) is imperative if your bike wheel size is non-standard.  LEADER: Garry Oliver | 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: RailTrails.org.au    HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Join us for the popular annual Christmas BBQ beside the Yarra River in a tranquil, little-known park in Hawthorn.  GRADE: Social.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Join your friends on the banks of the Yarra River at Hawthorn for a pre-Christmas BBQ in lieu of our monthly indoors social evening. The venue is a secluded spot that is protected from wind and extreme sun. The reserve has four tables with bench seats and two BBQs. Water is on-tap and a public toilet is located on Creswick St. BOOKING: By Sunday 5th December. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 211207: Annual Pre-Christmas BBQ. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: From 6:30pm at Yarra Bank Reserve, on the Hawthorn side of the Yarra River (“under” the Bridge Rd bridge).  MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 2H grid H6 | Google map goo.gl/maps/mjZWxZRLASy.  DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 5 km by car – enter the reserve via the corner of Creswick and Denham Streets, Hawthorn or park in Creswick St. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Trams are best, to tram stop 23 (Burwood Road / Church Street junction) via either route 48 (from Collins St) or route 75 (from Flinders St). Alternatively, it's a 15 minute walk from Hawthorn Station, on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines. FOOD: The Nomads will supply pre-meal nibbles plus bread and salads to accompany the main meal. You need to BYO your preferred main meal item for the BBQ. All beverages are BYO. A limited supply of disposable plates, cups and cutlery will be available. You are recommended to bring your preferred utensils. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Daylight saving will be active. Bring insect repellent plus a lightweight and waterproof jacket if showers are forecast. It is likely to turn cool once the sun sets. 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 short walk in the Churchill National Park in the southern Dandenongs, with panoramic views and a high probability of sighting native wildlife. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Easy, about 8 km circuit walk with a total climb of 225 metres. ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: Churchill National Park, located in Melbourne's south-eastern suburbs, remains an example of the original landscape found in the region before clearing and settlement took place. Although most of the park is open regrowth woodland, there are small areas of original forest. There are many kangaroos in the park (several seen on the preview). We shall be mostly following gravel tracks, with a rise of 225 metres to the Lysterfield Hills Trig Point, and panoramic views over eastern and southern Melbourne. FURTHER INFORMATION: parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/parks/churchill-national-park. BOOKING: By Thursday 2nd December. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 211205: Churchill National Park Walk. MEETING TIME | LOCATION:  11am | The walk begins at the Churchill Picnic Area, Army Track, off (and near) Churchill Park Drive. There are several small parking areas – meet at the covered BBQs. MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 82 grid C11 | Google map goo.gl/maps/wPoFMUTfLuUgD6R17. DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO:  38 km, 45 minutes. There is no viable public transport.  FOOD: Pack food for lunch and snacks. At least 1 litre of water should be carried. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Wear a hat or beanie, clothing to meet the forecast weather conditions and footwear suitable for walking along mostly gravel paths. 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  

Enjoy a scenic walk from West Footscray to the Maribynong Valley path to Victorian Kensington and then on through tree-lined streets in North Melbourne to Collins Street.  This walk commemorates the 1938 peaceful protest march led by William Cooper. The exact path of his route is not known now unfortunately so while this walk will commence from his house, where he started his walk and will end up at the former German Consulate in Collins St where his protest march ended, our route is designed to take in a more scenic walking route than his 1938 route probably was. Afternoon tea/coffee can be enjoyed in a nearby cafe in Collins St to conclude the walk. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Easy, approximately 15 km, point-to-point walk mostly on flat paths though with a descent to the Maribynong River path and with some slightly steeper street walking through North Melbourne.   Public transport connections along the way.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: William Cooper was an inspiring indigenous leader whose public advocacy of justice for the Aboriginal people of Australia commenced on a soap box on the banks of the Yarra River in the 1920s. He founded the Aboriginal Advancement League from his home in Footscray. He attempted to present a petition to the German Consul protesting at the physical abuse of Jewish people, the burning of their synagogues and stores by the Nazi SA paramilitary forces on the nights of 9th and 10th November 1938. This infamous escalation in Nazi violence against German Jews is called Kristallnacht - in English, Crystal Night, from the broken glass. Despite the opression and neglect of his own people, William Cooper responded with empathy and righteous anger at the oppression of another group of human beings.  PODCAST (4 November 2021, 28 minutes 25 seconds): Historian Bain Attwood shares his insights into the long and productive life of William Cooper in an interview by Phillip Adams on Late Night Live (ABC Radio National).  BOOKING: By Thursday 25th November. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 211128: William Cooper Kristallnacht Walk. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10am at the West Footscray station entrance in Cross St --on the Whitten Oval side of the station. MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 41 grid K4 | Google map goo.gl/maps/6fWUHjuYy3jUkRzd7. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: The Sunbury line train that departs Flinders Street Station platform 9 at 9:43am arrives at West Footscray Station at 9:56am. Please double check the platform number when you arrive at Flinders St in case of platform changes. Parking available beside the station. 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: Don V. | Email LeaderDonV.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: globalreconciliation.org   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

This is a chance to experience some magnificent scenery in Victoria’s High Country, as well as to get some quite serious exercise. It involves one night's camping on the track. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Hard backpacking. Previous overnight hiking experience is highly recommended and a reasonable level of fitness is essential. Walk is up and down a long, steep track (1,100m vertical drop over 11 km).  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: While originally planned as a one-way hike, starting at Diamantina Hut near Mt Hotham, due to adverse weather conditions, this is now an out-and-back walk from Harrietville. SATURDAY A strenuous 6 or 7-hour walk up Bungalow Spur brings us to Federation Hut. The hut is of relatively recent construction, and has a long-drop toilet nearby. There are spacious adjacent lawns on which to set up your tent. There is the option of a return excursion (3 km, 2 hours) from our campsite to the summit of Mt Feathertop, although Sunday morning may be a better window to do this. SUNDAY After an optional return excursion (3 km, 2 hours) from our campsite to the summit of Mt Feathertop, we return down Bungalow Spur from our campsite to Harrietville. This section of the walk will take about 3-4 hours.  BOOKING: By Tuesday 23rd November. To register, click on Get Tickets. The event is limited to 12 participants. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 211126: Mt Feathertop overnight hike. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: Pioneer Park, Great Alpine Road, Harrietville (first left after crossing Ovens River), at 9:30am on Saturday 27 November 2021.   MAP REFERENCE: Melway map X922 grid G10 | Google map goo.gl/maps/fBARmsJT4h8RT3sB6. TRAVELLING BY CAR: Melbourne to Harrietville is 340 km, 4.5 hours. FOOD: You will need to carry all food supplies for your two days on the mountain. The leader will give you further advice regarding food after you have registered. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: One set of warm clothing, one set of lightweight clothing, plus a waterproof outer layer (jacket and pants) are essential. Hiking boots (rather than shoes) are strongly recommended. The campsite is at 1,700m elevation, and is likely to be cold, particularly at night – but it is relatively sheltered from the wind. High winds can occur on and around the summit of Mt Feathertop, even if it is a calm day elsewhere. LEADER: Paul W. | Email LeaderPaulW.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  

After driving along the Geelong Road just looking at the You Yangs, why not go on a walk there to be rewarded by the splendid views? GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Medium, 12.5 km circuit walk, climbing up and down 400M. It is on formed track, and undulates, but there is no sustained climbing. There are options to shorten the walk if required. ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: This walk includes climbing 450 steps to the top of Flinders Peak at 350M, the highest point of the You Yangs. It traverses  a number of varying trails including West Walk, Northern Range Walk, Branding Yard Trail, Saddleback Track and East Track. There are rewarding views over Port Phillip Bay and the CBD on clear days. There are no facilities during the walk, and we will have a picnic lunch along the way. BOOKING: By Friday 19th November. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 211121: You Yangs Peaks Circuit Walk. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:30am at the Turntable Car Park, Little River.  MAP REFERENCE: Melway map X911 grid F5 | Google map goo.gl/maps/cMZRVzpzn5bcCwbg6.  DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 60 km, approximately 1 hour to drive. Travel via the Geelong Road (M1, Princes Fwy) and take the Little River exit. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: There is no public transport to the You Yangs, but if you would like to be collected from Werribee Station, contact leaderRogerH.thenomadsinc@mail.tidyhq.com. FOOD: Bring lunch, and also at least 1 litre of water depending on how hot the day is. There are no shops on the way. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Light, comfortable walking footwear and dress according to the weather forecast. It can be very hot and sunny, or quite cool and windy. 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. Image: Only 1 In Village.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Due to storm damage, park closure and poor weather forecasted, this event has been cancelled until further notice!  Enjoy a pleasant clothes-free stroll in the forest followed by an optional swim and dinner at Daylesford. GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Moderate, approximately 8.5 km circuit walk. The country is generally undulating, though there are a couple of short steep sections. ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: This event is for naturists. Enjoy a pleasant clothes-free stroll through the tall trees and along the picturesque creeks in the forest near Daylesford. A good chance for a chat, or just enjoy the pleasure of being in the forest, without clothes. The walk should finish by about 4pm. We can head then for our swimming place and can swim until about 5:30pm.  The swimming place is about 10 minutes' drive from Daylesford.  Dinner at a chosen restaurant will follow to close off an enjoyable day in the country!  BOOKING: Preferably by Thursday 18th November. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 211113: Bushwalk with optional Swim & Dinner - Daylesford. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:45am at Bolton's Takeaway, 31A East St, Daylesford. There is plenty of parking on the vacant grassy block on the SE corner of East St and Mink St. This shop is 1.2 km east of Vincent St (Daylesford's main street).   MAP REFERENCE: Melway map X909 grid C9 | Google map goo.gl/maps/ETcZnnjGD1R2.  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 etc. for the start and end of the walk. A small towel to dry off after the swim. 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  

A series of interconnected walks to check out scenic Warrandyte’s gold mining past. The focal point of our walk will be a memorial cairn that has been erected on Fourth Hill. Travel via public transport is possible. ** This event has postponed due to the poor weather forecast for Sunday ** GRADE | LENGTH | TYPE: Moderate to medium walk (due to hills and terrain). The estimated total walk distance is around 9 km.  ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION: The first activity will be the circuit walk around the Fourth Hill area with ample time to inspect the eight protected sites in this sector. Then the walk will proceed along the Wildcat Gully and Whipstick Gully Tracks to another circuit walk around the site of the Victory Mine. The area is well sourced with storyboards. Additional walks will be taken along the many interconnecting management vehicle tracks. The first discovery of gold in Victoria was in 1851 at Warrandyte; now an outer suburb. Detailed mining of the area did not occur until after other areas in the State were exhausted. Many of the mining sites are available for observation. Optional Afternoon Tea in the nearby village of Warrandyte will be organised at the conclusion of the walk. BOOKING: By Thursday 11th November. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've booked already? Click View my bookings. NOMADS COVIDSAFE CHECKLIST: Checklist 211114: Warrandyte State Park - Gold Heritage Circuit Walk. FURTHER INFORMATION: parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/sites/fourth-hill---gold-memorial and  parks.vic.gov.au/places-to-see/sites/fourth-hill---whipstick-gully. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 10:30am at the Gold Memorial Picnic Area in Gold Memorial Road Warrandyte - located on the left when coming from Harris Gully Rd, shortly after the Gold Memorial Cairn.  MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 35 grid E2 | Google map goo.gl/maps/7q2b3EG1MbiQARwv9.   DISTANCE | TIME FROM GPO: 25 km from the Melbourne CBD, 1 hour by car using the Eastern Freeway, Springvale Rd then Old Warrandyte Rd into Tindals Rd then Harris Gully Rd. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: Three bus options: #364 (Ringwood Station) | #578/#579 (Eltham Station) | #906 (City via Victoria Parade, Hoddle Street then Eastern Freeway) to Warrandyte Rd/Harris Gully Rd then a short walk to the entry point. Timetables at ptv.vic.gov.au. All travel is within Myki zones 1 & 2 with weekend daily caps of $6.50 full fare, $3.25 concession and free for seniors. FOOD: Carry lunch, snacks and at least 1 litre of water. APPAREL | FOOTWEAR: Dress for a mid winter day (layers recommended). Check the weather forecast on bom.gov.au. Wear sensible footwear since the walking track is steep in parts and may be slippery, especially after rain. LEADER: Garry Oliver | 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: Weekend Notes.   HOME   BACK TO LIST OF EVENTS   MEMBERSHIPS  

Our regular monthly social night - this month at the Victoria Hotel, Footscray.  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. See the Victoria Hotel website for more details, including the menu.  BOOKING: By Monday 8th November. To register, click on Get Tickets. Unsure if you've already booked? Click View my bookings. MEETING TIME | LOCATION: 7pm at the Victoria Hotel, 43 Victoria St, Footscray. MAP REFERENCE: Melway map 2S grid C9. Google map goo.gl/maps/MCvdPVENFaUDWKEv7. PUBLIC TRANSPORT: The Victoria Hotel is close to Middle Footscray Station on the Watergardens/Sunbury line. 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