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Midweek hiking | |
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Youthful hiking | |
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Midweek hiking
It all started when the organiser of midweek hiking, Jean Williams, and her husband retired. Walking was advised for health reasons and what better way of feeling free and easy during the week, away from the crowds at weekends, than midweek hiking.
It is not always easy for two people on their own to find places to hike in safety so they invited other 'retirees' to join in every second Wednesday. This has become so popular that midweek hikes have become a weekly regular on the club's programme.
Initially the response was slow but three years down the line, there are now about 20 keen hikers.
The walks are generally more laid back than the Sunday hikes and occasionally a venue is chosen where we indulge in a snack lunch.
These Wednesday hikes are highly recommended, so come and see for yourself.
Programme
October November December
It is not always easy for two people on their own to find places to hike in safety so they invited other 'retirees' to join in every second Wednesday. This has become so popular that midweek hikes have become a weekly regular on the club's programme.
Initially the response was slow but three years down the line, there are now about 20 keen hikers.
The walks are generally more laid back than the Sunday hikes and occasionally a venue is chosen where we indulge in a snack lunch.
These Wednesday hikes are highly recommended, so come and see for yourself.
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Jean Williams
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011 462 2993
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08h30-12h30
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Programme
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Ratings
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Event
Narration
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Fee
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OCTOBER
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Wed 6
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B
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Slow
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Shelter Rock:
New Wednesday venue. A pleasant walk in the Magaliesberg.
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R25
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Wed 13
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B
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Interest
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Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve
Enjoy a late start at 10h00 to avoid the traffic. Easy hiking along well marked paths over rolling hills.
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R30
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Wed 20
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B
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Easy
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Melville Koppies West
Explore this historic area from the Floreum to the Koppies on the west side of the reserve.
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Wed 27
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B
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Easy
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Laurentia
Always a popular hike close to home
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R15
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NOVEMBER
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Wed 3
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B
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Slow
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Uitkyk trail (Dam View)
This trail goes through grasslands, kloofs and woodlands on its way to a wonderful view of Hartbeespoort Dam. After the hike, enjoy a bring and braai.
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R25
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Wed 10
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B
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Slow
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Walter Sisulu Botanical Gardens
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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R15
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Wed 17
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B
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Easy
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Bunkhouse
Take the easy way out to the top of the Magaliesberg.
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R20
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Wed 24
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B
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Enjoyable
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Hennops Picnic Spot
Easy ramble near river and undulating hills. Picnic lunch afterwards.
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R15
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DECEMBER
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Wed 1
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B
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Slow
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Castle Gorge with a difference
Champagne breakfast with Jean and Ernst. Hike from Castle Gorge to Rustig. Lifts will have to be arranged for this outing.
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R20
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Wed 8
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B
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Slow
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Segwati Ranch plus bring and braai
Always a favourite. Choose your own distance to hike and enjoy the abundance of game on the property. Enjoy a swim afterwards if you wish and a braai.
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R25
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Wed 15
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B
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Enjoyable
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Phaladingwe
Take a stroll along the banks of the Crocodile River close tohome. Pack a picnic lunch which will be enjoyed afterwards at their picnic site.
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R15
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