Mt Buffalo in Winter, Grade 3, approx 10km

MEET AT PARK ENTRANCE EUROBIN PICNIC AREA AT 9.30am. PLEASE CONSIDER CAR POOLING FROM ALBURY WODONGA 

Sorry not much notice for this one but there looks to be a fair weather window for this Friday!.... 

This trip will be a day exploring the trails around Mt Buffalo. Distance of approximately 10km depending on the group.

Weather permitting, I plan to have lunch somewhere out on the trail so pack something to eat, a warm drink and something to sit on. 

Please check what to bring on the day. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me.

Suitable for anyone wanting to try snow shoeing.  

If you plan on driving your own car from the park entrance, you will need to carry snow chains.

Please be aware that snow trips may be cancelled at short notice if weather conditions change and become dangerous.

BYO or hire your snowshoes. 

Contact me if you haven't snowshoed before. 0428 334193

GRADE 3

Suitable for most ages and fitness levels. Some bushwalking experience recommended. The track may have short, steep hill sections, a rough surface and many steps.

Snowshoeing in the Alps - What to bring 

• Activities in the Alps require additional safety equipment because the weather can change quickly from benign to dangerous
• Up-to-date ICE Form (In Case of Emergency) form
• Water - 2 litres recommended - exercise in the Alps uses prodigious amounts of fluid
• Sunscreen
• Gloves and hat
• Sufficient food bearing in mind the distance and duration of the event (snacks for morning and afternoon tea and lunch)
• Suitable clothing and footwear - note denim pants are uncomfortable
• Wet weather waterproofs, jacket and pants
• Thermal top and bottoms
• Walking poles
• Gaiters
• Basic first aid kit, including your specific medication, eg asthma inhaler
• Torch or headlamp for contingencies
• Whistle
• Toilet paper, trowel and sanitiser
• A set of dry clothing in a separate bag to be left in the car to change into if you get wet