Two options are offered for our training walk, an easy walk and a medium walk.  To join the medium 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.

WALK INFORMATION

Both the easy and the medium walks start from Wilson Park, corner of Falls Rd and Great Western Highway, Wentworth Falls. If driving, park in Falls Rd. Wilson Park is a 5 min walk from Wentworth Falls Station and close to the meet up location. Location 

Walk 1 - Easy

Start time: 8:45am for 9:00am start
Distance: 10.7 km. About 3 hours + break for coffee

Description: From Wilson Park on Falls Road we’ll head down to the lookouts following the Charles Darwin Track. This section of the walk includes views of the valley and waterfalls. Returning to Wilsons Park, we’ll head over to the Wentworth Falls village for a coffee and food stop. We will then walk around Wentworth Falls Lake, and return to Wilsons Park via the Wentworth Falls Village.

This is a longer walk than our usual easy walk in Wentworth Falls, but walkers have the option to shorten by finishing at the park at the lake or the village. Poles will be helpful, sturdy walking shoes, water, hat and sunblock.

Walk leader: Sharise

Walk 2 - Medium

Start time: 8:45am for 9:00am start

Distance: 11 km. About 4 hours

Description: Includes a walk through the streets of Wentworth Falls, the Nature Track and Lilian's Glen before a quick coffee stop at the Conservation Hut. We then walk the Under/Overcliff walk to the Falls Lookout and back along the Charles Darwin walk. Bring snacks, water, a hat and sunscreen. Poles may be useful.

Walk leader: Ann

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. 

CAMINO MEETUP

We will hold our regular Camino meetup in the church hall St Andrews Presbyterian Church, 62 Falls Rd, Wentworth Falls. Location. The church is 350m from Wilson Park. The church hall will be open from midday. BYO lunch to eat in the church hall, or buy food from cafes, the supermarket or grocer in Wentworth Falls. BMCS will provide tea/coffee and milk. Contributions to our shared afternoon tea are welcome.

The meetup runs from 2-4 pm. This is a relaxed and informal opportunity to hear from guest speakers about various topics, including recent Camino experiences, Camino gear, taking care of feet, travelling to various pilgrimages, and most importantly - just mingling with like-minded and future pilgrims. 

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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, have cold or flu symptoms or are otherwise unwell.

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. Bring a hat for sun and rain protection.

5. Carry a 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 to 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. 

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

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