What we’re about
Walking Mates Australia is a forward walking and forward thinking social group. Ultimately organised to promote positive health/well being and inclusion within our communities.
Our Vision....To walk and connect across Australia.
Our Values....Mateship - Diversity - Inclusion - Positive health & Well being
Instagram - Walking_mates_australia
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Featured event
Dwellingup to Lane Pool 19km loop - Sat 15 Nov (or make it a weekend in Dwelly)
Please READ all event info BEFORE REGISTERING for this event.
This walk is suited for experienced walkers who are comfortable with steeper inclines, rougher terrain and longer distances.
Meeting point/time
8.15am at the Blue Wren in Dwellingup.
I would certainly encourage carpooling, given the drive
Walk
8.30am We start walking from the Blue Wren Cafe 👣🙂
Dwellingup to Lane Pool - 19km loop - See link.
Allow 5 to 6 hours - this includes morning tea/lunch breaks.
What to bring
Water, snacks, fruits, lunch, anything else you need, maybe bathers & towel, just in case ... and a big smile 😃
After hike
A couple of options Wine Tree Cidery, Dwellingup Pub.
Note that their kitchen may be close by the time we get there!
Friday / Saturday nights
You may choose to spend the weekend in Dwellingup; Fri night and/or Sat night; Why not? 😃
I will be staying at the Caravan Park, enjoying live music with Sunday Lemonade playing at the Dwellingup Community Hall on Friday evening 🎶 - See info.
Any queries, please do not hesitate to contact me directly.
Pascale 👣🙂
(Mob: 0427 350 623)
IMPORTANT
By confirming your attendance attendees agree to "WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY" the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of the Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, even if caused by negligence, in any way connected with Walking Mates Australia.
Attendees further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by their own negligence while a participant on the Event.
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Bold Park Tuesday Evening Walk (Internal Trails)
Bold Park, Tuart Car Park, Perry Lakes Drive, City Beach, AUJoin us for a workout along the internal bush trails of the beautiful Bold Park near City Beach. Expect a brisk hike, with an average speed of around 6kph, on undulating bush tracks with a few significant hills thrown in for fun.
At about 6km in length, this one hour workout is a great way to finish the day.
These hikes are intended for fit, regular walkers who are looking for more of a workout in nature as opposed to a gentle evening stroll.
So you don't get lost. Here is the map. 😁
Bold Park Internal Trails on AllTrails
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/map/map-16bda72-9?p=-1&sh=n89xcs&utm_medium=map_share&utm_source=alltrails_viralityEMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBER
0412 987 698 (Paul)****By confirming your attendance attendees agree to "WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY" the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of the Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, even if caused by negligence, in any way connected with Walking Mates Australia.
Attendees further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by their own negligence while a participant on the Event.****RSVP - no shows & late arrivals: If you are on the "Going" list and can't make it on the day please RSVP "Not Going" at the earliest convenience as a courtesy so to allow others to join who might be on the "Waitlist".
We aim to set-off for each walk at the advertised time and as a general rule, we set off on-time for each walk.2 attendees
The 3 Parks Walk - Gooseberry Hill NP, Beelu NP, Kalamunda NP (15km)
Car Park, 53 Railway Road, Kalamunda, AUJoin us and take the road less travelled. We will walk some amazing tracks in the Gooseberry Hill National Park, the western section of Beelu NP and end out in Kalamunda NP. You will see some beautiful views over the planes of Perth along the ZigZag and then a lovely section of the Helena Valley into Jorgensen Park through the eucalyptus forest.
We park in the car park opposite Kalamunda History Village and head north along the Kalamunda Heritage Trail, a very stunning track and the start to the ZigZag railway track with its panoramic views of the metropolitan area. We then walk through the picturesque Stratham Quarry and its ruins to the extreme north western corner of the Beelu NP along the Helena River, past the Pipehead Dam and up Piesse Brook valley until we reach Rocky Pool. Entering Jorgensen Park we meet up with the Bibbulmun Track and walk to it's terminus. Finally we return to Kalamunda Village and have a coffee, bite to eat and a chat at the Elevated Grounds Café.
Where: In the large car park on the other side of the road from the Kalamunda History Village..
Distance: 15km, 404m elevation gain and 3.5 - 4hrs walking
Difficulty: This is a walk for regular walkers with a good level of fitness it will challenge you. The Heritage Track is flat enough for an old steam locomotive to travel. The other half isn’t quite mountain goat country but it will certainly be interesting. The final part near the Bibbulmun has a few steep downhills followed by steep uphills on sharp rocky tracks.
What to bring: The forecast is for a mild, sunny day with temperatures from 18 - 24°C. 1.5L water, good hiking shoes, hat, fly repellant and sunscreen (poles if you want)
Toilets: at Jorgensen Park (14km), Kalamunda Library (15km) and the café.
Café after the walk: Elevated Grounds is a delightful restaurant that has good coffee and a nice breakfast/lunch
All trails maps: Check out our intended route on this link. Kalamuda to Gooseberry Hill NP, Beelu NP & Kalamunda NP loop (15km)Fun Facts:
- The Kalamunda Heritage Trail is part of the old railway line that serviced the timber industry and also took the city folk up to the cooler hills for recreation and picnics during the hot Perth summers.
- The ZigZag was where the steam locomotives shuttled forward and backward up the steep gradient of the escarpment.
- The Pipehead Dam catches the water from Helena Valley and pumps it back up to Mundaring Weir.
- Jorgensen Park was a golf course in the bush. You can still see the dirt fairways with their bitumen teeing grounds.
- Stratham Quarry 1894, rocks crushed for road metal. Stratham Quarry video.
RSVP - no shows & late arrivals: If you are on the "Going" list and can't make it on the day please RSVP "Not Going" at the earliest convenience as a courtesy so as to allow others to join who might be on the "Waitlist".
We aim to set-off for each walk at the advertised time and as a general rule, we set off on-time for each walk.
IMPORTANT: By confirming your attendance attendees agree to "WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY" the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of the Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, even if caused by negligence, in any way connected with Walking Mates Australia.
Attendees further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by their own negligence while a participant on the Event.10 attendees
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