Bush Walking

Date	Location	Description	Rating	Contact Leader
Jan 9	Lake Youl	17 km circuit walk from Ben Lomond ski village – great views E. to Stacks Bluff and N. to Flinders Is.	BDLM Medium-Hard	David Meadows 0423 881 870
Jan 23	Walls of Jerusalem ***	***Camping Experience the spectacular and world-renowned Walls of Jerusalem	Extd overnight Medium DELS	Chris Langerak 6330 2131
Feb 6	Rinadeena Falls	Rainforest walk to delightful falls on Little Fisher River	Medium DMS	Brian Roach 6344 7672
Feb 20	Philosopher Falls	(with Horrie Betts) Venture into the wild west - pretty falls on the upper reaches of the Arthur R. near Waratah	Easy-Medium DS	John Potts 0418 576011
March 13	Quamby Bluff	A very prominent mountain adjacent to main “front” of the Western Tiers	Medium-Hard BCES	Terry Heier 6393 6671
March 27	Mt. Roland Circuit	Mt Roland, Van Dyke, Claude circuit. Great views and interesting agglomerated rock formations	Medium-Hard CELS	David Meadows 0423 881 870
April 10	Wilmot River	Explore this less well-known tributary of the Forth R – gorges, river flats, beautiful scenery.	Easy-Medium D	Phil Dawson 6382 3561
April 24	Clumner Bluff	Gateway to the Walls with extensive panoramic views to Lake Rowallan and the Walls of Jerusalem	Hard BDELS	Peter Davies 6344 8235
May 1	Crater Lake circuit	The “fagus” should be in full colour, so bring a camera and explore this famous wilderness attraction	Medium DES	Terry Heier 6393 6671
May 22	Lake McCoy	Rarely visited alpine highlands west of Lake Rowallan Good views of Lees Paddocks from cliff tops	Medium DE	John Tabor 6428 6512
June 5	Dial Range	Prominent and jagged in appearance, this NW feature is directly behind Penguin	Medium S	Kent Lillico 6425 2023
June 19	West Sandy Point	Lots of sand walking in this coastal wilderness stretching across St. Albans Bay from just north of Bridport.	Medium	Phil Dawson 6382 3561
July 3	Port Sorell – Northdown	Hawley Beach to Northdown Beach Outstanding north coastal views	family	John Tabor 6428 6512
July 24	Visuals Evening	Past glories, future challenges – a pleasant evening of slides, photos and interesting people	Very easy & relaxing!	Basil Tkaczuk 6331 1155
August 7	Copper Cove	Baker’s Beach area. Coastal heights and heathlands to lovely secluded beach suitable for swimming, fishing etc.	family	John Potts 0418 576011
August 21	The Hazards	Spectacular views of Wineglass Bay in the beautiful Freycinet / Coles Bay area.	Medium/Hard CDS	Terry Heier 6393 6671
Sept 4	Panorama Hill	Interesting alpine walk to high point above Lake Lucy Long – tarns, pencil pines, wilderness.	Medium-Hard ELMS	Peter Davies 6344 8235
Sept 18	Shadow Lk circuit	Head west from Watersmeet at delightful Lake St. Clair – views to Mt. Rufus, Mt. Hugel and Mt. Olympus	Medium DELS	Kris Bezemer 0427 367641
Oct 2	Table Mt.	Lower midlands landmark – always seen on way to Hobart!	Medium D S	Basil Tkaczuk 6331 1155
Oct 23	Black Bluff via Winterbrook Falls	Spectacular views of north west Tasmania & Cradle Mt area. (alternative: Black Bluff East)	Medium-hard DELS	Phil Dawson 6382 3561
Nov 6	Meadstone Falls	Granite outcrops and open native vegetation adjoin this cascade in the Mt. Puzzler forest reserve SE. of Fingal	Easy-Medium S	Andrew Madden 6399 3315
Nov 12	Planning	Meeting to plan 2011 walks program	Tricky! “S”	See leaders below
Nov 20	Cradle Mt.	The jewel in the crown of the Overland Track area from Dove Lake car‑park	Medium-hard BCDELS	Kent Lillico 6425 2023
Dec 11	Mt. Maurice	Annual family forest walk among the Waratah & wild flowers of the North East	Easy-Medium S	Andrew Madden 6399 3315
Dec 27	Lk Ironstone	After a steep climb, meander across the high country, past Whiteley's Hut to this beautiful alpine lake	Medium BEMS	Chris Langerak 6330 2131

Walks Calendar 2009

Date	Location	Description	Rating	Contact Leader
Jan 10	Sphinx Bluff	Part of the huge Ben Lomond Plateau. Like its namesake, this spectacular prominence guards the south-east parapet.	Medium-H BCDELSM	Nick Ainslie 6391 2450
Jan 24 – 26	Great Pine Tier ***Camping	Camp in Lake Fanny area and enjoy exploring lakes around this peak near Walls of Jerusalem	Medium DEMS	Phil Andrew 6334 1508
Feb 14	Standard Hill Gorge	Wander along forest trails to the Mersey River. Bring your bathers!	Easy	Terry Heier 6393 6671
Feb 28	Mt Barrow	“Walk of Orange Wombats” – the local fauna have developed a peculiar colour on this compact alpine plateau	Easy	John Potts 0418 576011
Mar 14	Parangana SL	Across Lk. Parangana by boat and up this steep prominence. (Nearby Blue Peaks walk if boat unavailable)	Medium SM	Basil Tkaczuk 6331 1155
Mar 21	Lake Lea	Mayday Plains goldmine and the magic valley. Explore the beautiful Vale of Belvoir. Hosted by Horrie Betts	Medium DEMS	John Potts 0418 576011
April 4	Jack’s Lagoon circuit	A circuit near Lake Mackenzie. Explore the many lakes and valleys in this area near Fisher Bluff.	Medium DE	Phil Andrew 6334 1508
April 18	Little Horn	Eastern peak of the Cradle Mountain “cradle” from Dove Lake car‑park	Medium-Hard DELS	Nick Ainslie 6391 2450
May 2	Mt. Arthur	Extensive views of Tamar Valley & surrounding area.	Medium BCS	John Potts 0418 576011
May 16	Narwantapu National Park	A scenic circuit walk through this hilly coastal range	Easy-medium SM	Phil Dawson 6382 3561
May 30	Mother Cummings Pk	Circuit walk including crags, views and alpine scenery. Contact leader by 28th May for transport purposes.	Medium BCSE	Phil Andrew 6334 1508
June 13	Badger’s Range	After a steep climb to Kimberley’s Lookout, walk along the forest ridge of Badger’s Ra. To the little town of Nook.	Easy S	Neil Duff 6491 1185
June 28	Sunday Special! The Gorge	Lunch at the Hoo Hoo Hut followed by a Sunday afternoon walk in the Trevallyn State Recreation Area	Easy	Phil & Janne Andrew 6334 1508
July 11	Moon Valley Rim	Highlands circuit with lovely views of the Blue Tier plateau and NE Tasmania as far as the Furneaux Islands.	Medium BDELMS	Nick Ainslie 6391 2450
July 25	Visuals Evening	Past glories, future challenges – a pleasant evening of slides, photos and interesting people	Very easy & relaxing!	Basil Tkaczuk 6331 1155
Aug 8	Cuckoo Falls	NE forest walk - blackwood, eucalypt and rain forest – to falls on the Hogarth R. in vicinity of The Sideling.	Easy	Andrew Madden 6399 3315
Aug 22	Myrtle Bank	Family day & BYO BBQ at Field Naturalist HQ. Rain forest walks, shelter, facilities. $2.00 per person.	Easy	David Harvey 6344 2768
Sept 5	Minnow Falls at Mt. Roland	A different take on a beautiful and much loved landmark. Wonderful views.	Medium-Hard CEL	Phil Dawson 6382 3561
Sept 19	Split Rock Circuit	Beautiful forest walk near Bastion Bluff with 2 substantial waterfalls, caves, overhangs and King Billy pines.	Medium-Hard BES	Andrew Madden 6399 3315
Oct 3	Lake Youl	15 km circuit walk from Ben Lomond ski village – great views E. to Stacks Bluff and N. to Flinders Is.	BELM Medium	David Meadows 0423 881 870
Oct 17	Chalice Lake	In the heart of Cathedral Mountain – Chapter Lake and Grail Falls are also included. Long, hard day.	Hard BCDELMS	Kent Lillico 6425 2023
Nov 7	Bastion Cascades/ Hidden Falls	Explore the forests and spectacular waterfalls. Circuit walk returning via Stone Hut	Medium S	John Tabor 6428 6512
Nov 13	Planning	Meeting to plan 2010 walks program	Tricky! “S”	See leaders below
Nov 21 - 22	Junction Lake ***Camping	Wilderness Circuit walk - Jacksons Creek to Lake Myrtle and Junction Lake. Returning via Grail Falls on day 2	Medium-Hard DELMS	Peter Davies 6344 8235
Dec 5	Mt. Maurice –	Annual family forest walk among the Waratah & wild flowers of the North East	Easy-Medium S	Andrew Madden 6399 3315
Dec 28	Western Bluff	A relatively flat approach to this northern landmark from the Lk Mackenzie road. Ideal for walking off festive cheer	Medium BEM	Basil Tkaczuk 6331 1155

If publishing details of these walks, please make sure you include this key for any letter rating for that walk.

B              Boulder field – walkers need to be able to confidently step from rock to rock.

C              Climbing sections using rocks and vegetation as hand holds.

D              Drive distance requires early departure – usually 7:30 am

E               Exposed alpine conditions – can be dangerous in poor weather if not fully equipped – see below.

L               A long day’s walk – in excess of 3 hours each way.

M              Marshy or muddy sections – be prepared to walk with wet feet.

S              Steep incline for part of the way

Bush walking can involve an element of danger. All who participate in Boots’n’All activities do so at their own risk.
Intending walkers new to Boots N’ All must contact the leader personally unless the walk is rated “Easy” or “Family”.

If you are a regular Boots N’ All walker, please consider making a donation! Scripture Union Tasmania has extensive programs aimed at helping children and young people find positive direction in life, including a number of school chaplaincies. Your tax-deductible donation will help this vital work. Alternatively, you can make a donation towards the insurance costs of Boots N’ All. Either way, a donation form can be printed by clicking HERE.

What is Boots n All?

Boots’n’ All was established by Scripture Union Tasmania in 1981 and offers people of all ages and abilities in Northern Tasmania opportunities to share together in a range of outdoor activities led by experienced Christian walkers.
Subject to safety and equipment requirements, activities are open to all.

Boots’n’ All was established by Scripture Union Tasmania in 1981 and offers people of all ages and abilities in Northern Tasmania opportunities to share together in a range of outdoor activities led by experienced Christian walkers. We would be pleased if you could tell others of these walks. Subject to safety and equipment requirements, activities are open to all.

If you know of a friend who would like to receive a program, or if unable to contact the listed trip leader, or if you have any other inquiries, please contact:

Phil Andrew ph. 6334 1508, Basil Tkaczuk ph. 6331 1155 or one of the leaders listed on the 2009 walks calendar.

Additional telephone numbers (mobiles etc): Phil Dawson mob. 0417527511 John Potts 0418 576 011

Who is it For?

Boots’n’All activities are open to all, but intending walkers are asked to contact the Trip Leader prior to the day of the walk (before 9.00 pm please) to discuss experience, fitness & equipment.

Are you currently qualified to give first aid, or a registered nurse or doctor? Please let Basil or Phil know, because we are now required to have someone with those qualifications to be on every walk.

Day trips are generally free, but it is expected that transport costs will be shared by passengers.

Preparation, Equipment, Food and Safety

Is this the Right Walk for You?
Occasionally, people have come along for walks totally beyond their endurance and equipment, because they have mistakenly believed that their previous experience has been sufficient. If the walk is rated as medium or hard, check with the walk leader about what sort of experience is necessary. At times, walkers have faced bitter cold, driving rain and snow, exposed situations, long distances, steep climbs, long stretches of deep mud, tracks awash with 10-20 cm of icy water, and scrambling over huge, slippery boulders. Are these possible on the walk you are considering? Have you walked under those conditions before? Your lack of preparedness to cope with extreme conditions could endanger both yourself and others who must stay with you. Intending walkers who are new to Boots N’ All must contact the leader personally unless the walk is rated “Easy” or “Family”.

Make sure you are well equipped.

Proper clothing and adequate food, including ‘snack food’ can make the difference between a safe and comfortable walk and one which at the least could be very stressful and at the worst potentially dangerous for both yourself and others in the party.

Boots’N’All ~ Tasmanian wilderness hiking with a difference!

Walks Calendar - 2010

Walks Calendar 2009

If publishing details of these walks, please make sure you include this key for any letter rating for that walk.

Bush walking can involve an element of danger. All who participate in Boots’n’All activities do so at their own risk.
Intending walkers new to Boots N’ All must contact the leader personally unless the walk is rated “Easy” or “Family”.

What is Boots n All?

Who is it For?

Preparation, Equipment, Food and Safety

Make sure you are well equipped.

‘Love the bush and praise its Creator’

Boots’N’All ~ Tasmanian wilderness hiking with a difference!

Walks Calendar - 2010

Walks Calendar 2009

If publishing details of these walks, please make sure you include this key for any letter rating for that walk.

Bush walking can involve an element of danger. All who participate in Boots’n’All activities do so at their own risk. Intending walkers new to Boots N’ All must contact the leader personally unless the walk is rated “Easy” or “Family”.

What is Boots n All?

Who is it For?

Preparation, Equipment, Food and Safety

Make sure you are well equipped.

‘Love the bush and praise its Creator’

Bush walking can involve an element of danger. All who participate in Boots’n’All activities do so at their own risk.
Intending walkers new to Boots N’ All must contact the leader personally unless the walk is rated “Easy” or “Family”.