NOVEMBER 2004
B = Book with leader: * = Leader of day
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NOVEMBER 2004
TRANSPORT FEE: Sunday hikes – fee indicated is per person, approximate and based on 4 in vehicle.
BOOKINGS: Members receive preferential bookings
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Date
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Event
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Description
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Wed 3
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Uitkyk Trail (Dam View)
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Midweek
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JeanWilliams
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25
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112
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This trail goes through grasslands, kloofs and woodlands on its way to a wonderful view of Hartbeespoort Dam. After the hike, enjoy a braai.
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Fri 5 to Sun 7
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Injasuti (1 day’s leave required)
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B
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Strenuous
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Monica Brits
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120 (170)
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1000
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Organise with driver
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Up ship’s Prow pass, down Leslie’s pass. One of the best hikes in the Berg. Swim in Marble Baths. Magnificent views.
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Sun 7
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Kommandonek + bring and braai
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C
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Brisk
Medium +
Medium -
Slow
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Shimon Botbyl*
Josef Pascher
Robbie MacDonald
TBA
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15 (45)
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112
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20
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A hardish hike up to the blockhouse provides an excellent view of the Hartbeespoort Dam. There are kloofs to explore and maybe pass an elephant sanctuary on the way back. Relax with a braai to end the day’s outing.
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Sun 7
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F
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Medium
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Jim Arnett
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12 (42)
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180
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30
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Tswaing – “place of salt”. Meteorite crater with salt lake.
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Sun 7
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B
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Moderate
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Ron White
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20 (50)
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202
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32
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Magnificent waterfalls and rock pools. Hiking rating to suit group.
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Tues 9
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Slide Show/ club evening 19H30 start. The Floreum
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Peter Faugust
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10 includes refreshments after the show
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“ The Boer War Connection with St Helena Island” by Geoff Ortlepp.
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Wed 10
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Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens
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Midweek
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JeanWilliams
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15
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Walk through these magnificent gardens,along the ridge, take in the views then back down to enjoy tea in the gardens.
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Fri 12 to Mon 15
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YOUTHFUL HIKING Blyderivierspoort – Backpack hutted trail
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B
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Moderate
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Bev Brockman
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114 (164)
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800
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Organise with driver
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Backpack, hutted trail. Experience another canyon, one of SA’s greatest natural wonders. Pinnacle Rock, God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck potholes.
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Sun 14
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C
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Brisk
Medium +
Medium -
Slow
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Rod Hamilton
Mike McLoughlin*
Nick Corbin
Paul Menge
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5 (35)
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142
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24
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A bit of a steep hike to the top of the mountain, but rewarding views to the south of farm fields. There’s a vulture restaurant and the highest waterfall in the Magaliesberg. Lunch next to a cool pool.
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Wed 17
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Bunkhouse
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Midweek
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JeanWilliams
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20
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140
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Take the easy way out to the top of the Magaliesberg.
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Fri 19 to Sun 21
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Cherry Festival Ficksburg
Booking essential
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B
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Social
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Inge Meets
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TBA
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TBA
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Organise with driver
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Cherry and asparagus tour. Pick and eat your heart out. Morning hikes on Sunday followed by a braai. Booking essential!
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Sun 21
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C
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Brisk
Medium +
Medium -
Slow
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Monica Brits
Peter Burman
Fern Carvalho*
Janet Rencken
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0 (30)
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122
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21
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A moderate hike through the woods to the saddle. Hike and stop at the pools for lunch and then take a leisurely walk back to the car park.
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Wed 24
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Hennops Picnic Spot
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Midweek
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JeanWilliams
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15
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TBA
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Organise with driver
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Easy ramble near river and undulating hills. Picnic lunch afterwards
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Sat 27
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FIRST AID WITH DR TERESA MORGAN AT FOOTHOLD. 14h00
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Gloria Bezuidenhout
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0 (30)
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172
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30
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Come and learn First Aid with a medical trauma specialist. Leaders and all interested parties welcome.
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Sat 27 to Sun 28
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B
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Social
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Jim Hutchison ( for Hiker’s Haven bed booking)
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0 (30)
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172
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30
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Facilities open to all. Laze, walk, bird watch, socialise or help with maintenance. Sat eve s/c braai. Sun hike ( official or own arrangement)
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Sun 28
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C
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Brisk
Medium +
Medium -
Slow
Youthful
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Angelo Denicolo*
Robbie MacDonald
Dave Richardson
Hans van Ree
Bev Brockman
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0 (30)
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172
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30
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One of JHC’s most popular hiking venues, with good reason. The hiking, the views, the company will provide a memorable day. Relax with a braai and good company afterwards.
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