Date and time: 9:30 am to 4:00 pm Sunday 5 February 2023
Description: New Members & Families Welcome
The Brisbane Ranges are known for scenic views, winding drives through woody forests and a rich diversity of plants. Also of interest on our journey is Steiglitz, an old gold mining settlement. An easy drive on forest roads suitable for all vehicles with ample time to explore and take photos. Some of the drive is covered in the 4th Edition of 4WD Treks Close to Melbourne.
We will have morning tea and a picnic lunch in the bush so please bring all your food, snacks and water supplies for quick and easy preparation.
No pets please.
Map: Meridien Maps – Brisbane Ranges National Park
Books: Wildflowers of the Brisbane Ranges and 4WD Treks Close to Melbourne by Robert & Muriel Pepper
Weather: SHould be fine, but check the weather forecast and bring appropriate clothing and footwear
Equipment: A well-maintained vehicle with normal road tyres are OK for this trip, UHF radio (or one borrowed from the club). Recovery gear is not mandatory, but if you have it, bring your standard recovery gear including, rated snatch strap, shackles and a shovel.
Additional Equipment required: Clothing, hat and boots suitable for walking in the bush on a warm and wet (?) day. First aid kit and camera. Picnic chair. Morning tea and lunch will be in the bush – byo simple, “on the move” lunches and morning tea (byo thermos).
Trip Standard: Easy – Mainly gravel forestry roads.
Fuel: a full tank ex Melbourne
Distance: Approx. distance from Melbourne to Anakie Gorge is 85 Km of. Approx. trip distance is 75 Km mainly high range driving.
Duration: 1 day
Convoy limit: 10 vehicles
Passengers & non-member participation: If you wish to bring a passenger that is not a partner or your child visit they must register as Temporary Members to join in. See our website for details. Temporary (Guest) Membership
Temporary Members are NOT allowed to drive with out speaking to the Trip Leader first. This is to ensure that the driver and vehicle are sufficiently prepared for the trip.
Meeting arrangements: We plan to meet at the Anakie Gorge Picnic Ground, Staughton Vale
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Trip Leaders: John and Prue Hasler, Phone - 0439 890 688, Email - p.thwait@bigpond.net.au
