JOIN US for our regular last Saturday of the month Camino-style walk - this month at Wentworth Falls.  You may have already walked a Camino in Europe or you may aspire to one day walk a Camino or other pilgrimages.  Walking with the Blue Mountains Camino group is an opportunity to walk in the beautiful Blue Mountains with like-minded people.  You will learn more about preparing for a Camino and why our walks are more than just a walk. 

Two options are offered for our training walk, an easy walk and a medium/hard walk.  To join the medium/hard walk you must have walked with the Blue Mountains Camino group previously - no first timers. 

To join a walk: 

* You must bring snacks.

* You must carry at least 1.5 litres of water.

There will be an informal Camino gathering and lunch after the Easy walk at the Grand View Hotel, 174 Great Western Highway, Wentworth Falls Location.

WALK INFORMATION

Note the different meeting locations. If you need a lift from Wentworth Falls Station, please select that option when booking.

There are no toilets available on this walk. 

Walk 1 - Easy

Start time: 8:45am for 9:00am start

Meeting point:  End of Chester Rd, Wentworth Falls. Location.

Distance: 7 km. About 3 hours

Description:  A scenic walk along Chester Trail to Lincoln Rock then through bushland near Tableland Rd to enjoy views and spring wildflowers.  Bring food and drink as there are no shops on this walk.

Walk leader: Sharise

Walk 2 - Medium/hard

Start time: 8:45am for 9am start. Finish at approximately 4pm.  Note: this is an ALL DAY walk. 

Meeting point:  Kedumba Valley Road, Wentworth Falls, exact location to be provided a week prior. 

Distance: 18km, with a 750m elevation descent / ascent. 

Description:   A scenic walk along fire trails down to the Kedumba River,  then return the same way up.  Outstanding views of the Keduma Walls and Mount Solitary.   Bring plenty of snacks and a picnic lunch to eat at the river.  You will need at least 2 litres of water - more if its a hot day.  

Walk leaders: Margaret and Rowan

To join the medium walk you must have walked with the Blue Mountains Camino group previously - no first timers.  You also need to be confident of your fitness to walk for 4 hours. 

INFORMAL CAMINO MEETUP AFTER EASY WALK 

Instead of our regular meetup:

Easy walkers will meet for lunch and an informal Camino gathering at the Grand View Hotel, Wentworth Falls. We have reserved a table in the dining area from 12.30pm. More info:  Grand View Hotel Bistro

Medium walkers will have a picnic lunch and informal Camino gathering at Kedumba River.

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WALKING SAFETY

Please read this before you attempt any of our training walks. 

You are welcome on our walks, but please read the following carefully before deciding to do a walk.

Your safety is your responsibility. You must know your walking ability. 

The walk coordinator on the day has the authority to withdraw you from the walk if they believe the walk is not suitable for you and they believe you may put yourself (and others) at risk. 

1. Read our notes about the walk carefully, and be aware of the difference between the grades of walks.

Easy walks are usually on well-formed fire roads or bush paths, with limited stairs or steep parts. Elevation gains during the walk are typically small to moderate.   Distances 5-12 kms.

Medium walks also include walking on well-formed fire roads and bush paths but are generally more challenging walks and faster pace. People more accustomed to bushwalking trails should consider this option. If you're not experienced on rougher ground, or are not confident about your current fitness level then choose the first (easy) walk to build up your confidence.   Distances typically 12-16kms.

2. Do not attempt either walks if you have any health concerns at all.

3. Wear appropriate footwear and bring ample water (minimum 1.5 litres).  Walking poles can be useful. 

4. Wear and bring appropriate walking gear, the weather in the mountains can change rapidly so always have a rain jacket or poncho. A hat for sun and rain protection.

5. Basic first aid kit including snake bandage, sunscreen, insect repellent.

4. The group is only as fast as its slowest walker.  If you are unsure about being able to keep up with the group for the entire walk, start with the easy walk. 

5. All walkers will meet at the start of the walk.  If you are unsure of the route, make sure you buddy up with someone who does.  An experienced walker will walk at the rear of the group.

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All our Blue Mountains Camino events are subject COVID-19 restrictions and severe weather events.  If events are restricted or the organisers determine conditions are not safe for pilgrims to gather together the walk will be cancelled.  Your registration fee will be fully refunded in that case. 

More information about the Blue Mountains Camino Supporters:   https://bluemountainscamino.au

If you have any questions, please email info@bluemountainscamino.au

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