Weight Weenie Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 Hey all Wildtrail and Hadianga Farm in Olympus, PTA hosts a social and time trial run every wednesday at 6pm at the farm, entry is R5. I'm keen to give it a bash tonight, have some new shoes to try. So who's joining ? WW.
Vinnydabutcher Posted January 18, 2012 Posted January 18, 2012 Hey Weenie, Where is this? Give me some directions. Thanx
Weight Weenie Posted January 18, 2012 Author Posted January 18, 2012 WE ARE NOW OPEN Six days a week: Closed only on Mondays!Tuesday to Friday 2.00 PM TO 6.30 PMNow open on Saturdays and Sunday 6.30am to 6.30 pm Hedianga Farm: The new mountain biking venue in Pretoria EastGPS Co -ords From Google Maps -25.806819,28.350426Situated east of Pretoria "Hedianga Farm" offers an exciting new cycling, trail running, birding, and walking experience on the “Bronberge” Range!If you are bored with your current routes, maybe its time for a change.Yet you dont have to be a mountain biker, a trail runner, an orienteering tracker, or a bird watcher to enjoy "Hedianga Farm". All you need to be is an ordinary South African with a keen appreciation of the outdoors and a healthy love of nature. Hedianga Farm is 140 hectare in size. It comprises the north facing slope of the “Bronberge“ mountain range overlooking Shere and Silverlakes, . There are approximately 12 km of old roads and fire breaks on the farm most of which are primarily perfect for pedal pushers yet also suitable for leisurely walks and trail running.At present our staff have cleared in excess of 10 kilometres of track. We are gradually naming roads ,tracks and places of interest so that our guests can find their way around easier, and hope to identify sites for picnicking and camping. Currently in developement are the new "Tshona langa" and "Mnandi" Trail'sWe welcome suggestions, costructive criticism, and advice. If you feel that you can make a difference please let us know.For enquiriesContact : Gabriel FalksonCell No: 082 552 0955Friend us On “Face book” “Hedianga Farm”E-Mail: hediangafarm@absamail.co.za Directions:From Menlyn, travel east on Atterbury Road.Cross over Hans Strydom Drive and continue to the four way stop at the intersection with Olympus Drive ( “Afgri City” and “Plant land”).Continue thru this 4 way Stop up the hill.Turn left into “Ajax” Road. Take Ajax all the way to the T Junction with Achilles Way, and turn left again into Achilles. Plot 85 will be on your right hand side about 100m down the road. Amenities:At this stage the amenities include a clean toilet and running water. Access Times:Closed on MondaysSaturdays and Sundays 6.30am to 6.30pmTuesdays to Fridays 2.00pm to 6.30pm.We would prefer you to not come in after 6.00 pm , and hope that you will be out by dusk! Obviously in summer time we will extend closing time. Entrance fee:No Charge on Saturdays.Entry Free!Sundays and weekdays:Adults (15 years and older):With bicycles or mounted on Horseback R10.00 per personOn foot R5.00 per personChildren (14 years and younger)With bicycles or mounted on Horseback R 5.00On Foot Free.Dogs: welcome (Bring a leash) Free.Pets may run free provided they do not chase or alarm mounted riders/ horses etc.Owners whose pets catch and kill any indigenous wild animal/birdlife on the farm will be expected to pay for damages and the pets will be banned from the farm. Protective gear:Regulation Helmets compulsory for allProtective clothing: strongly recommended.Restrictions:No vehicles beyond designated parking areas.No petrol driven, bikes, quads, mopeds without exception.No fires please, (extinguish and carry your “stompies”).No capture or picking of Fauna and Flora permitted.No Hunting. Security and “Other Hazards” Warning:At present there is no security and riding on your own is not recommended. There are venomous snakes on the property and although most will be hibernating at this time of the year, visitors are encouraged to be alert at all times (especially pedestrians)Future planning:The proceeds of the Gate takings will be utilised in the future to repair fencing, establish ablutions, picnic areas, trails, and other outdoor facilities as the need arises.
Weight Weenie Posted January 18, 2012 Author Posted January 18, 2012 http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100002380924822&sk=info
Beer4Recovery Posted February 2, 2012 Posted February 2, 2012 How is the mountain bike trails here? worth skipping a session at Groenkloof?
Weight Weenie Posted February 21, 2012 Author Posted February 21, 2012 Havent ridden there in a while, would say its more suited to running
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