❄️Snowy LAKE MOUNTAIN🏕Day trip: Snow❄Hike🥾+ Soup, Waterfall, Winery

• 🌏 MELBOURNE → LAKE MOUNTAIN + YARRA ranges🏙️
• 📅 SUN 10 AUG, DAY TRIP ☀️
• ✨ Step into snow, sip something warm✨

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Hike through ❄️snow-dusted forests, sip hot soup under tall gums, and breathe in the alpine stillness.
From the summit of Lake Mountain to the valleys of the Yarra Ranges, this day trip blends movement, beauty, and connection.
We’ll wander through an alpine village, climb peaceful trails, and share warm moments with gourmet soup and good company. Waterfalls, lookouts, and a local winery round out this soul-refreshing escape into the Victorian highlands.
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🎒 What’s Included – $109:
✅ Return transport in a comfortable Mercedes minivan 🚐
✅ Guided 9 km snow hike (gear included) 🥾
✅ Gourmet soup & picnic setup 🍲
✅ Unlimited snacks, tea, coffee, and soft drinks ☕
✅ Visit to a stunning lookout 🌄
✅ A moment by the waterfall 💧
✅ Optional winery stop 🍷
Optional: Snowshoe hire available on the day ($20–30 if needed)
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🕒 Itinerary Highlights

• 7:00 AM – Depart from St Paul’s Cathedral, Flinders Street
• 7:30 AM – Scenic route break
• 8:00 AM – Snowshoe hire stop (if needed-$20–30)
• 8:30 AM – Arrive & enjoy welcome tea/snacks
• 8:45 AM – Begin 9 km snow hike (moderate, 290m elevation)
• 1:30 PM – Lunch & Picnic (BYO welcome) + warm Gourmet Soup, drinks, snacks & music (will be provided)
• 2:30 PM – Lookout views 🌄
• 3:00 PM – Visit to a peaceful waterfall
• 4:00 PM – Winery stop or scenic view🍇
• 7:00 PM – Return to Melbourne (Drop-off at Hammer Hall)
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💰 How to Book?
Secure your spot with a $109 transfer
Please note: An RSVP alone does not secure your spot — only a transfer confirms your place on the trip. Thanks for understanding!
🔹 PayID: 0414 661 458
🔹 Bank Transfer:
NAME: KARAPETIAN G
BSB: 013233
ACCOUNT: 226325836
Ref: LM
🌟 Limited spots available—RSVP now!
Spots are only confirmed once payment is received !!!
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🎒 What to Bring?
✔️ Small thermo bottle for tea + Lunch
✔️ Comfortable hiking shoes (or able to supply, let me know size)
✔️ Wind/water-resistant jacket🧥
✔️ Long pants & long sleeves 🌿
✔️ Hat/beanie/gloves 🧢
✔️ A positive mindset & big smile! 😊
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📢 Questions? Feel free to DM me anytime! 📩
✨ Let’s make this an adventure to remember
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Credited or refunded only if the event is canceled/moved. Non-refundable in any other cases
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**Step into snow, sip something warm**
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LIABILITY WAIVER

The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property on this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.

## COVID-19 Safety Measures

• The event host is instituting the above safety measures for this event.
• Please do not attend if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms, such as fever, cough, or sore throat.
• If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19 or have been in close contact with someone who has, we kindly ask that you refrain from attending.
• Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our community safe!