October 2012
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The full programme contains details about the meeting spot, the hike or event leaders, event rating or type, and the fees applicable to the particular events.
For more information regarding the meeting spot for Sunday hikes, head over to the
Sunday Hikes page.
Wed 3, Oct 2012
Groenkloof Nature Reserve
Pretora’s gem, hike on paths amongst animals.
Article link
Fri 5, Oct 2012
Waterkloof Backpack
Fri 5 Oct - Sun 7 Oct
A trail with streams to cross, dense bush and magnificent sandstone outcrop near Ficksburg. Overnight in a cave.
Article link
Sun 7, Oct 2012
De Wildt Hike
MEET AT FOURWAYS
Up an ancient waterfall and down the cascading rock pools. The escarpment reveals 180o vistas.
Article link
Tue 9, Oct 2012
Slide Show/Club Evening - At 19h30
“WHATS UP IN THE HEAVENS? An interactive discussion of some basics of astronomy ” By Paul Rangecroft.
Article link
Wed 10, Oct 2012
Rocky Valley Hike
Wilderness on the doorstep – swimming.
Article link
Thu 11, Oct 2012
The Num Num trail Backpack or slackpack
Thur 11 Oct - Tues 16 Oct
Skurweberg pass for spectacular scenery, cascading perennial stream flows through thick riverine forest. Wonderful accommodation. Payment on booking
Sun 14, Oct 2012
Fern Kloof – Grade 5
Payment on booking
ADVENTURE HIKE (B10)
Challenging, exciting and loads of adventure!! Experienced, fit and agile hikers only – technically difficult kloof.
Article link
Sun 14, Oct 2012
Bergheim Hike
Rough hiking to the escarpment for great views. Cool off in the flowing stream but swim in the pool after the hike. Great kloof to explore on the ascent or descent.
Article link
Sun 14, Oct 2012
Somabula photographic hike & braai
MEETING PLACE AT FOURWAYS MALL
Easy hiking in this wonderful reserve which has lots of animals. Relax in boma overlooking dam for a bring and braai.
Visit http://www.somabula.co.za/ for more information on the Somabula
Sun 14, Oct 2012
Kiddies surprise hike ±6kms
Beautiful rock pools to swim in. Calling all parents and grandparents and children (8 years & older) – picnic at pools.
Sun 14, Oct 2012
Castle Gorge
WORK PARTY
Volunteer a day’s work at a venue which we all love. Path maintenance is well overdue – so hope to see you there!!
Wed 17, Oct 2012
Hennops Picnic Spot
Two trails, easy & moderate – riverine and mountain delights.
Article link
Sat 20, Oct 2012
October Fest
Sat 20 Oct - Sun 21 Oct
Come and join in on the fun at Camp Raynard. Watch the rugby and then be entertained by the famous Beer Belly Oompah Band. Sleep in and hike on Sunday.
Article link
Sun 21, Oct 2012
Goodlands Hike
MEET AT FOURWAYS
Easy hiking over undulating hills. Watch out for game on this beautiful landscape. Cool off in pool after the hike and enjoy your own picnic lunch.
Wed 24, Oct 2012
Shelter Rock Hike
Good hiking on trails up to escarpment & beyond.
Fri 26, Oct 2012
Drakensberg wilderness backpack hike
Fri 26 Oct – Sun 28 Oct
Ships Prowl/Greys Pass (Monks Cowl). Superb hiking in the beautiful Drakensberg. 1 days leave required
Article link
Fri 26, Oct 2012
Foothold Monthly Camp or day visit
Fri 26 Oct – Sun 28 Oct
Facilities open to all. Laze, walk, bird watch, socialise or assist with maintenance. Sat eve self catering braai.
Article link
Sun 28, Oct 2012
Foothold Hike & Braai
The chain ladder and Footloose gully will get you to the expansive escarpment with easy hiking to pools or down the various kloofs.
Article link
Wed 31, Oct 2012
Hornbill Lodge Hike
Paths or rough hiking overlooking Magaliesberg – restaurant.
