The Retired Teachers Walking Group (RTWG) is a sports club based in Adelaide, South Australia. It is an independently incorporated walking club that specifically caters to retired teachers, school assistants, members of the Australian Education Union, and their partners. The club also welcomes friends of these members who have worked in the pre-school, primary, secondary, and tertiary education sectors.
The RTWG organises an annual walking programme that runs from February to December. This programme offers walks at four different levels of fitness to cater to a variety of abilities and preferences. The levels include the Rovers, which consist of 14-18 km walks with a range of gradients. The Walkers level offers 8-10 km walks with gently undulating terrain.
For those who prefer a more leisurely pace, the Ramblers level provides 6-7 km walks on flat or gently undulating paths. Lastly, the Amblers level offers walks on flat terrain with a distance of up to 5 km.
In addition to the regular walking programme, the club also organises an annual camping trip. This camp is held in either South Australia or Victoria, providing members with the opportunity to explore different walking trails and enjoy the outdoors together.
For more information about the Retired Teachers Walking Group, individuals can contact Kym Wenham, the club's Secretary, via email at wenhams@adam. Com. au or by phone at 0412 408 568. The website also offers a brochure with further details.
The RTWG is just one of the many walking clubs in South Australia. Walking SA is the peak body for walking in the state, and it relies on the support of walking enthusiasts to promote walking to all South Australians. By becoming a supporter of Walking SA, individuals can help the organisation continue its work of improving walking experiences and showcasing over 750 walking trails throughout the state. Support can be given for as little as $22 per year.
Walking SA also provides a list of all the walking clubs in South Australia on their website. Individuals seeking to join a walking club or find new walking routes can refer to this list. Some other clubs listed include the Heart Foundation Walking, which offers a large network of free community-based walking groups with walks ranging from 30 minutes to several hours, and Friends of the Heysen Trail, which maintains South Australia's iconic Heysen Trail and offers various bushwalking activities.
Overall, the Retired Teachers Walking Group provides retired educators and their partners with the opportunity to stay active and connect with like-minded individuals through organised walks and camping trips.