Riding the entire Great Victorian Rail Trail is an impressive challenge, starting in sub-zero temperatures makes the challenge a little more interesting. But that didn't deter our bike riding Scouts. Waking up on a frosty Mansfield morning they were keen to get going and tackle the Rail Trail. Under crystal clear blue skies the Scouts enjoyed riding along the trail, enjoying the views, discovering a variety of artwork and looking out for Scar Trees.
It was an awesome experience and one all the Scouts enjoyed. With the plan to go to Alexandra and ride the full Rail Trail, doubts crept in at the end of the first day. However, at the junction the decision was to go and while the extra distance extended comfort zones it was an enjoyable experience for all. Then came the highlight of the ride ... the Cheviot Tunnel, a 201m long tunnel where the Scouts enjoyed climbing, riding, exploring and discovering. it was great fun.
After 160km of riding the Scouts finally arrived in Tallarook completing an enjoyable Adventurous Journey & the Rail Trail.
Great Victorian Rail Trail - Mansfield to Yarck
Distance:- 60.8km
Accumulative Distance:- 60.8km
Ready to Ride on this Fine Frosty Morning








Fixing a Flat Tyre








Riding over Lake Eildon












Lunch













Responding, 2023
Remnant, 2023
Memory Place 1, 2023
Memory Place 2, 2023
Artist:- Robbie Rowlands
Artist:- Cara Johnson
Artist:- Tai Snaith
Artist:- Tai Snaith







Great Victorian Rail Trail - Yarck to Alexandra to Yea via the Cheviot Tunnel
Distance:- 60.3km
Accumulative Distance:- 121.1km
Getting ready for today's ride.




Decision made ... we're going that way!!!












Alexandra


Can we catch the Train to Tallarook?






Follow us ... We know the best way to ride this Rail Trail!!!
Goulburn River



Lunch










Having Fun at the Cheviot Tunnel








What could go wrong?







Bike repairs


Marshmellow Time


Let's Glow in the Dark




Soul Train, 2023
Artist:- Louise Paramor



Great Victorian Rail Trail - Yea to Tallarook
Distance:- 39.7km
Total Expedition Distance:- 160.8km




Riding through the Fog




















Great Victorian Rail Trail's 2nd Tunnel under the Goulburn Valley Highway










THE END


Mirnong (Yam Daisy), 2023
Traces, 2023
Nook, 2023
Artist:- Christabel Wigley
Artist:- Yu-Fang Chi
Artist:- Donna Marcus





