Walk Thursday 10 May 2012 : Aguas Bellas, Silves

[Geoff]

Something a bit more taxing!

A circular walk of 2.5 hours or so ,north of Silves around Aguas Bellas through interesting countryside, with some small streams.

The walk is fairly undulating with one long haul up a hillside - once up , then the rest is fairly straightforward. We will have plenty of stops to recover our breath, etc.
This picture shows the long uphill gradient , probably about half a kilometer long:


10.00am start.

Directions: Drive over bridge at Silves & turn right at traffic lights. At next roundabout take the 2nd exit towards the castle. Passing the cemetery walls on your right take next turn right. Follow this road until you reach the Cafe Terinho on the left hand side, about 4 kms from the roundabout in Silves.

Please wear stout trainers or, preferably, walking boots. Walking poles, sun cream, hats and water also recommended.
If the weather is bad, we won't walk : but if showery, please bring something waterproof.

All walks are at your own risk.

No charge, of course.

Please indicate below if you are able to come.

Any questions please telephone 282 380015 before 0900.

[bredde]

Hello hikers,
We would like to hike with.
If it remains at the meeting? Sorry my english is not so good.
Chris

[Geoff]

hi Chris
Look forward to meeting you on thursday
Geoff

[Geoff]

A beautiful day for walking, not quite so hot as the previous one, saw 9 intrepid souls plus 2 dogs complete the hike....a bit longer than planned at almost 3 hours, partly because we took a wrong turn at one stage!
We welcomed newcomers Krystal and Umberto from Germany ( I hope my spelling is right!) and welcomed back Martin & Annie, Bill and Dave & Hazel.....no sign of Bruce & Julia!.
Photos show the crossing of the first stream, the top of The Hill ( 30 minutes) and the dogs enjoying themselves...I do hope the younger one got home OK!

[Bruce Wallis]

A little birdie told me that you always get lost on that one

[Geoff]

Nothing ventured, nothing gained.....we'll get it right next time, never fear!

[bredde]

Hi Geoff,

The hike was very nice.
If we are in Portugal next time we will be there again.

My name is spelled Christel.

until next time
Chris

[Geoff]

hi Christel
Sorry about name.....will try & correct photo later....hope to see you again on a walk (we can select an easier one!)...best wishes, Geoff