Experience a newish trail in the southern section of Aranda Bushland. It is named after Ian Loiterton, a long-term member of the Friends of Aranda Bushland, who established the walk. We will follow a loop track of approximately 2.5 km with a gentle gradient, passing through woodland, native grasslands, swamps, and a stony ridge for 1.5 -2 hours. The walk starts at the same point as the Aranda Snow Gums trail and, if time permits, we may also walk part of that trail. We may expect to see a variety of woodland and smaller birds. At an outing on this trail last October, 39 species were recorded.
Meet at 8.30 am at the stile on Caswell Drive; access is via William Hovell Drive, city bound left lane.
If driving from north Canberra, drive south down Bindubi Street, turn left into William Hovell Drive and turn left into the access road signposted for Black Mountain just before Glenloch Interchange.
If coming from south Canberra, turn left from the Tuggeranong Parkway into William Hovell Drive, move immediately into the right lane, then after 100 metres or so turn right into the turning bay marked Black Mountain car park, then turn left into the access road.
Limited parking available (4-6 cars) opposite the stile, or drive into the car park on the left hand side of Caswell Drive, which exits onto Caswell Drive, and walk back to the stile.
Please bring a hat, water and wear sturdy shoes.
Numbers limited. Register with Julie at julie.hotchin@gmail.com. Provide name and mobile number and the name and mobile number of an emergency contact.