Mt Feathertop Razorback Ridge (Moderate / Overnight / ALPINE!!!)

PLEASE NOTE: EVERYONE WILL BE WAITLISTED AUTOMATICALLY AND YOU MUST MESSAGE ME TO GET MOVED TO ATTENDING.

Mount Feathertop via The Razorback is a 22.4km (11km X 2) heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Harrietville, Victoria, Australia that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. This hike takes roughly 4 hours each way. Times are NOT exact, and we may alter them based on how everyone is going. The campsite may also be selected on the day

This is an alpine trip. The situation is dynamic, and possibly changing. You MUST have access or share a 4 season tent, use layering and have windproof pants / jacket. If weather conditions are unsuitable, the event may be cancelled or changed. We take safety seriously and I make no apologies for this. If you don't have windproof/weatherproof clothing, I may have spare (ask first). But, if you show up with nothing, and I don't have any spare, you will NOT be joining.

Happy to answer any questions

We should reach camp by 5:30pm Sat afternoon, where we can setup, rest our feet & take a nap before refueling for the extra 2km to the summit of Mt Feathertop and catch that sunset!

Depart on Sunday morning at 8am and hopefully arrive back to the carpark by 2:30pm. Allowing everyone just enough time to drive 5 hours home! However, we cannot guarantee these times

This is considered a moderate hike, and we'll move as slow as the slowest hiker. We require everyone to stay together. The reason is to prevent group division which limits head-counting, increases people getting lost, and pushes people to operate above their capacity (increasing risk and injuries). If you've read the full event add y. to your event question

FRIDAY NIGHT ACCOMODATION:
Some PEOPLE might COME FRIDAY EVENING. Accommodation is available at various hotels in the area. Some hotels have large family rooms at a cheaper rate. If you want this.. get in touch. If people prefer, we can start earlier on the saturday.

MAP:
https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/australia/victoria/mount-feathertop-via-the-razorback

PUBLIC TRANSPORT / CARPOOLING:
No public transport available, but you may be able to carpool with someone on the friday night, Meet at The Diamantina Hut on Sat.
Due to limited carparking available on the mountain. Those who are coming should meet and carpool up the mountain if possible.
Which we can discuss once we have a solid team ready to go.

INSURANCE:
Everyone is responsible for their own safety. YOU must have ambo insurance (such as: St Johns) and health insurance. Medi Helicopter can cost $20K+ without. If you get injured, I will NOT cover your expenses. I am not a commercial guide and make no claims as such.

MEETING LOCATION:
https://bit.ly/3r8il0O
There is no proper carpark here. It is tricky curbside parking at the top of the mountain.

EQUIPMENT:
(ideally we share resources to reduce weight. Aim for 10-15kg)

• As this is alpine, be prepared for any weather.. Use Layering
• Sunscreen. There is NO shade along the ridge.
• Hat & Sunglasses
• Proper 4-Season Tent.
• Sleeping bag
• Pillow
• Sleeping mat
• Phone
• Powerbank
• Fuel & Cooker #
• Head-torch
• Hiking Boots
• Socks
• Something to wash your face with
• Layered clothing and night wear
• Weatherproof pants and jacket
• Cup/Knife/Fork/Spoon/Bowl
• Wet Wipes
• First Aid #
• Toilet Paper
• Toothbrush / Toothpaste #
• 2L Water Minimum
• Water purification tablets
• Breakfast, Morning Tea, Lunch, Dinner
• Carbs (Lollies/ Trail mix)
• Powerade/Hydrolyte (In car)
• Trekking poles (if you're into that kind of thing)
• If you have a YellowBrick, PLB or a SPOT, bring it.
  *** Don't overpack your bag
  *** Wear appropriate clothing

LATE ARRIVALS:
Due to the type of hike, we will NOT be waiting for late arrivals (unless approved by Andrew).

PHOTOGRAPHY:
As this is a group trip, it is expected that group members may take photos during the trip and they may be uploaded by myself or others to the Adventure Buddies FB, meetup or other attendees Facebook's. People may un-tag themselves if they wish.

RISK MANAGEMENT:
You should have phone reception for the duration. If you have personal GPS, bring it (avalanche beacon NOT necessary). We will have a Satellite messenger + PLB.

‼KEEP IN MIND, THIS IS NOT A PROFESSIONAL GUIDED TREK. EVERYONE IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN SAFETY, AND FOR THE SAFETY OF THEIR FRIENDS THEY BRING. BY AGREEING TO JOIN THIS HIKE, YOU AGREE THAT ADVENTURE BUDDIES OR ANY MEMBER WITHIN ADVENTURE BUDDIES WILL NOT BE HELD LIABLE FOR ANY MISHAPS OR INCIDENTS WHICH MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURIES OR INJURIES OF ANY GUESTS YOU BRING OR ANY FINANCIAL LIABILITIES‼

PS. Thanks Amy for writing the original event.