Distance	Duration*	Elevation	Level of Difficulty
Shing Mun & Tai Shing Stream	about 15 km	6 hours	Low: 0m High: 784m

This Sunday will meet at 11:00 am at Tsuen Wan MTR Exit C right next to Customer Service / Ticket Counter.Then we will take a taxi to Shing Mun Reservoir to start the walk.

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The first section,starting at Marker M124 Stage 6 of the Maclehose Trail is a glimpse of the past through History.We will explore the Shing Mun Redoubt. Built by the British in the 1930's, this 12-acre underground fortress helped guard the approaches to Kowloon as well as the vital source of fresh water to HongKong and Kowloon---the Shing Mun Reservoir.The fortress,composed of machine gun pillboxes and a command post linked by tunnels,is the strongest section of the Gin Drinker's Line.This was the name given to a defensive 18km line that began at Gin Drinker's Bay,now known as Tsuen Wan Bay and ran across Shing Mun River and Sha Tin and on to Tate's Cairn and Port Shelter in the east.The fall of the Redoubt in a matter of hours when it was expected to withstand attack for up to a week was the first and perhaps the most telling blow to HongKong in the Second World War.It is easy to appreciate the problem of the defenders when you are on the site.  

After venturing the tunnels,we will continue our way up Smuggler's Ridge,then we will follow the Wilson trail Stage 6 alongside the Shing Mun Reservoir, then to a concrete path that lead us to Tai Shing Stream.From there,we will start the stream walking.There are several waterfalls and deep pools where we can stop for a break and swim,then we will continue our way upstream until we reach the trail that will lead us up to Lead Mine Pass,from there we will follow the Maclehose Stage 8, then turn right and follow the trail down to the Main Waterfalls in Tai Mo Shan Country Park.   Rated 3 booter due to this reasons: stream walking, hills with elevation of 784m.

Definitely, not for novice hikers and never think of it as a stroll in the park. So come prepared for a long and tough day on the hills.    

Bring the usual hiking essentials,plenty of water,lunch and snacks for along the way. Swim gear if anyone fancy for a swim. Do not forget to carry a torch with spare batteries.

If it is raining or threatening to rain (thunderstorm warning), the walk will be cancelled. If in doubt on the morning of the walk, call 8209-0517. The ten minute waiting rule applies and remember not to be late!

Disclaimer:- People join this walk at their own risks.  I shall not be held responsible in any way for any injury or death incurred or any loss or damage to personal property caused due to whatever causes including, but not limited to, negligence, neglect, errors of judgment and inadequate orientation skills on my part.  The fact that you show up at the time and place on the day to join the walk is an implication that you have agreed to and accepted unconditionally this disclaimer.

Last update: 30-11-2007 14:48

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