Loftyfest 2023

Our annual Loftyfest Club Event at Argadells Homestead. Includes Camp Cook (with probable prizes and maybe Golden Syrup Dumplings or possibly Chicken Noodle Soup!) For more information checkout Pages 17-22 of the August Rangers' Review. It contains the booking information and necessary forms as required by Argadells Homestead.

Doody’s Mystery Trip

After a false start earlier in the year, DOODY’s MYSTERY TRIP is no longer a mystery! Well part of it still is but we have a date..... When: This Sunday 15th October Meeting point: Pik A Pie bakery, Meadows Time: 8:30 am for 9:00 departure The plan: well that part is still a mystery, even […]

Big Desert Wilderness Park

Big Desert Wilderness Park is located just over the SA/Vic border, camping at Big Billy Campground (No charge, drop toilets, shelter). Easiest access is to drive via Pinnaroo to Murrayville, then turn right onto the Murrayvillle - Nhill Road. Sunday arvo and Monday will be spent touring the area, coming back to Big Billy Campground […]

End of Year Function

Spend a night or the whole weekend exploring the Clare Valley region. Saturday night dinner provided by MLR. (Caterer TBC) Wine Tour, Escape Room, Movies, Walk or Ride the Riesling Trail, Guided Native Garden Tour.

Salt Creek Fishing Comp

Originally scheduled for November 10th to 12th however due to anticipated weather conditions, it has been postponed. December 1st to 3rd is next possible date. Camping on beach, fishing, camp cooking.Travel to Salt Creek via Meningie on Friday, departing beach on the Sunday morning.

Beachport – Australia DAy

Annual Australia Day weekend @ Beachport. Staying at Southern Ocean Tourist Park - Section D. Various trips from Dune/Beach driving to jetty walks.

Goolwa Cockles

Collect some cockles on Goolwa Beach. Contact Eric for details.

INTERCLUB – NGARKAT WORKING BEE

Each year a group of volunteers from FWDSA affiliated clubs meet at the Ngarkat CP to undertake a number of tasks that have been developed in conjunction with the Senior Ranger, Natural Resources (SA Murray-Darling Basin, DEW) from Lameroo. These tasks assist DEWNR in maintaining, sustaining, and enhancing the Ngarkat CP for all park visitors. […]

Three Corners Tour

Travel light via Broken Hill, Innaminka, Birdsville, Mt Dare, Coober Pedy & Pt Augusta.Camping on side of roads and some parks visiting corners of SA / NSW /QLD / NT

MLR Annual Dinner

What - Annual dinner to announce / present our awards Where - Victoria Hotel in Strathalbyn. Currently for 20 people, (but that can be changed) When - 6pm Sat 13th April. Food order off the menu, it covers off most peoples tastes, and there is also a Caravan Park just a short stroll away for […]

Camp Cook – Jabuk

Jabuk Sports Ground

Get your recipes ready for the MLR Camp Cook weekend at the Jabuk Community Oval. Free Camping for MLR members. Fri night too if you like, but be prepared to sit back and relax on Sat, or perhaps join the Bocce or Finska tournament..., cos there's not much to do in Jabuk! Firewood will be […]

Peake Sand Driving

Come and play in the sand. New vehicle? Come and try it out in a safe and controlled environment. The time spent around the campfire will be time well spent.Everyone needs to bring some firewood please.

Big Desert to Little Desert

Trip to Big Billy campground / Kiata campground / Box Flat campground via Murrayville, Nhill & Bordertown. Days to explore each area or sit and chill.

Big Desert Wilderness Park

Mallee sand tracks with a few challenges to keep life interesting.Camp - Big Billy Bore

Off the beaten tracks in mid-South Australia

Seeking expressions of interest for a combined Mount Lofty Rangers and Southern Tablelands trip in September 2024 (before school holidays in each state/territory). Genuine off-road camper trailers/caravans ok – there will be a lot of corrugations. Trip starts in Peterborough SA on Mon 9 Sep staying at Willangi Bush Escapes with a day off to […]

PS Marion – Goolwa to Wellington

Looking at sometime in Oct. Date to be confirmed. Departing Goolwa travel on P.S. Marion through Coorong Lakes to Wellington return.

Loftyfest 2024

After a 7 year break MLR returns to Willangi. Annual Loftyfest event over the Oct long weekend at Willangi Bush Escapes (Peterborough). There are some flushing toilets (plus a couple of the cleanest long drops you've ever seen) and hot showers. The campsite is easily accessible for caravans and campers. Day trips: Trips will vary […]

First Aid Course

First Aid Course, facilitated by Surf Life Saving SA. 2 hours duration, including some practical components, 6:30pm, Thurs Oct 10th . Cost $55 per participant, minimum invoice for 10. Max class size 20 The workshop venue: Surf Life Saving SA Head Office & Training Centre 2 Barcoo Road West Beach. Tea, Coffee & Biscuits supplied […]

Stansbury Crabbing

8 powered sites on beachfront $44/night. Intent is to catch blue swimmer crabs from beach or jetty. Other fishing options available for those interested.