The association organises about 50 walks every year, and has several expert walk leaders to help you enjoy the best routes we have found while trekking ourselves.

Walks are organised for the benefit of RAM members. Guests are welcome to try any walk and are invited to join the association if they find the going good and wish to come again.

How difficult are the walks?

Ramblers often leave the paved roads to roam the countryside and this may not be suitable for everybody. Therefore all walks are graded by duration and by difficulty, to help members decide whether a walks is suitable for them or not.

Easy	For the occasional rambler who prefers to walk along easy terrain routes along country lanes without much rough ground or too steep inclines.
Moderate	For the average rambler who can take 3-4 hour stretches of walking on uneven surfaces.
Hard	For the fit rambler in good physical shape and able to negotiate steep inclines and long stretches.
Very Hard	Only for hardy ramblers loving difficult challenges, and who are ready to take a beating.

What guidelines should I keep in mind when coming for a walk?

The association recommends that you follow this set of (non-exhaustive) guidelines for an enjoyable walk, and also to prevent any loss or injury while walking in the outdoors.

Wearing clothing attire and footwear which is suitable for walking activities;
Keeping all your belongings in a safe place during the walk;
Bringing basic first aid material with you to the walk;
Bringing sufficient drinking water with you to the walk;
Undertaking a medical check-up on a regular basis to ensure that your health condition is adequate for walking activities;
Paying attention to the difficulty level of each walk, and only attending walks the difficulty level of which is compatible with your experience and physical condition;
Sticking to the trail suggested by walk leaders during the walk;
Stopping from walking if at any point the walk feels too difficult.

Disclaimer: By attending any of the walks you expressly acknowledge that this shall be at your own risk and that you shall be responsible for any loss, damage or injury which you may incur during the walk. The association expressly disclaims liability in any manner or under any circumstances whatsoever, for any loss or damage, bodily injury or death, which may be incurred during a walk.

Green Country Code

Walking in the countryside needs to take place in a respectful way to the environment and other countryside users.

The association demands that you follow its Green Country Code when you participate in its walks.

Walk along pathways as far as possible.
Do not trespass, cause damage or trample on cultivated areas.
Respect other countryside users and do not cause undue disturbance to others.
Refrain from collecting or causing harm to any specimens of flora and fauna.
Do not litter the countryside.
Do not dispose of any waste near the sea.
Avoid causing noise and light pollution (especially in caves or at night).
Do not light fires in vulnerable locations (such as caves, under trees, on dry grass or garigue).
Know the protection status of any sites we will pass through. Some activities may be restricted in such areas or they may require extra attention.
Report any grass fires or emergencies on 112.

October

Sunday 5th: Popeye Village – Għadira – Ġnien Ingraw (Scenic)

We will walk from our starting point (Mellieħa Football Ground) down to Popeye Village, then towards the Danish Village and Għadira Bay, finally walking up Ġnien Ingraw back to our starting point.

Meeting point: Opposite Mellieħa Football Ground, (near petrol station)

Meeting point location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/roFv9G2KxwGYX3Xv6

Starting time: 09:00

Rating: Moderate with one rough descent

Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours

Wednesday 8th: Gudja and vicinities

First we walk leisurely through the Chinese gardens. Then using lanes and pathways we enter the village of Gudja which is full of historical features. We will then venture out to the outskirts of the village where there is the Our Lady of Loreto Chapel.

Meeting point: Chinese Gardens, Santa Lucia

Starting time: 15:00

Rating: Easy

Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours approximately

Sunday 12th: Għargħur and surroundings

We walk to Birguma, then make our way to Wied id-Dies through lanes/pathways in Għargħur, touching a part of the Victoria Lines.

Meeting point: At the roundabout – It-Telgħa t’Alla w Ommu

Meeting point location: https://goo.gl/maps/MYbyUr372UAV9R9k9

Starting time: 9:00

Rating: Moderate (but walking sticks recommended)

Duration: 3 hours

Sunday 19th: Limits of Mġarr

Our route will take us through the scenic fields of Mġarr, Fomm Ir-Riħ, Ġnejna Bay, and the Lippija Tower area.

Meeting point: Palazzo Żammitello in Mġarr

Starting time: 09:00

Rating: Moderate with a hard uphill

Duration: 2.5 to 3 hours

Sunday 26th: Miżieb

We start from the Simar Nature reserve and walk along the Xemxija Heritage trail until we reach Miżieb. We then enter and navigate the woodlands until we make our way back through Wied il-Pwales.

Meeting Point: Simar Nature Reserve

Starting Time: 9:30am

Rating: Easy

Duration: 2.5 hours