Central Tablelands Regional Trail Riders

Host:  Mal and Denise Keeley

Wallerawang to Rydal

Sunday, 26^th June 2016

Arrival Time:  ………..…..  9.00am

Ride Out: …………………10.00am

Ride Length:  …………….Approximately 11km - 3hrs max

Degree of Difficulty……. Easy

Terrain:  ……………………Rocky in places

Ride Fees: ATHRA members $5, non ATHRA $35 (includes insurance)

Requirements:-

       Riders under 18 must wear an approved helmet

       It is recommended that riders wear full length trousers and sleeved shirt. Suitable footwear which prevents foot sliding forward through the stirrup iron must be worn

       BYO Morning Tea, drinking water for yourself

       Any equipment taken on horse such as camera to be in a saddlebag,     backpack or bum bag

       Recommendation that horses be shod, unless you practice barefoot or use hoof boots

       No dogs on ride

       Relevant medical details to be provided including medication if required

       All juniors are to be under the direct supervision of a nominated adult        

Start Location

Drive to Wallerawang and from the Railway Bridge follow Commens St up to the old Great Western Highway (Forest Ridge Drive) and turn right.  Park at the start of the forest about 1 km from the Commens Street Junction. This is adjacent to the natural gas pipeline enclosure.

Ride Description

The ride is along the Bicentennial National Trail and follows 4WD tracks and fire trails in the Lidsdale State Forest.  The ride will be one way and a car shuffle will be arranged.  The horses will have the use of the yards at the Rydal Showground during the car shuffle.  Some parts are quite steep but generally easy going. 

Lunch

We will be having a BBQ sausage sizzle at Rydal Showground.  Bring chairs and drinks.

Hazards

There are some exposed areas and if windy it will be a tad uncomfortable.  Make sure you bring a jumper.

 Contact

For additional information contact

Denise Keeley 0429 034 942  denise.keeley@bigpond.com

Mal Keeley 0428 551 818  mal.keeley@bigpond.com

Please advise of attendance by Friday 24^th June.