What we’re about
Welcome to Pride Adventures (Victoria)!
We organise a variety of LGBTQ+ friendly activities and trips for members to connect, have fun, and make new friends.
The idea is simply to provide our community (and friends) a welcoming platform to meet like minded people in a relaxed environment whilst having the opportunity to enjoy the best of what Victoria offers.
Most activities are centred around my love of bushwalking and just getting out into the wonderful outdoors, but we will be hosting general social events and are always open to suggestions.
Events will cater for people of varying fitness levels from those that just want to enjoy a gentle social walk to those that want to combine the social aspect with building their fitness levels and taking on a challenge!
Carefully read the event description to understand if the posted event is right for you or simply ask the organiser of the event.
What's the cost ?
Events are free unless there are entry fees or other expenses that require payment.
Is transport provided ?
Those attending events will be required to arrange their own transport to the meeting point.
We are always keen where possible for those with transport to offer a ride to others in order to do our bit for the environment but also give those without transport the opportunity to attend events. (to allow for this we use a simple carpooling website - just follow the link on the event description)
Why am I on the waitlist for an event?
In the interest of safety and in some cases to minimise the impact on the environment, hike leaders will often nominate an attendee limit for the event. If the limit has been reached, you're still welcome to join the waitlist and simply keep checking to see if a space has become free.
What if I can’t come to an event anymore?
Please change your RSVP to ‘Not going’ even if you’re currently on the waitlist.
A no-show policy applies to all events, so if you’re a confirmed attendee but can no longer come, please contact the hike leader as early as possible to avoid being marked as a no-show. (3 no shows and you will not be able to attend future event in fairness to all those in the group)
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Creswick Adventure - 19km Easy to ModerateHammon Park Recreation Reserve - Creswick, Creswick
Grade: Easy to Moderate
Total Elevation Gain: 443m
Distance: 19 km
Pace: Moderate (4.5km PH)
Meeting Point: Hammon Park Oval Creswick
Host Contact Number: 0401498263A great autumn hike starting in the pretty township of Creswick and combining some of the famous Goldfields Track and two of the region's beautiful lakes.
This is a reasonably easy 19km hike with no major climbs, just a few smaller hills but will include a little bush bashing and some walking on narrow single track.
Small sections of the track are also used by mountain bikers but hopefully not too many around.This picturesque hike will take us through the Creswick Pine Plantation (the land of a million Christmas trees) , a beautiful oak plantation and some stunning native gum forests.
We will also hike around two very pretty bodies of water, being St Georges Lake and the Cosgrave Reservoir. Both home to a large range of bird life.
We will then head slowly back to the start through the historic township before heading to the Hotel for a late lunch (optional)
Again not a difficult hike but is a bit adventurous in places.For more details on the route we are taking please see the link below.
ALL TRAILS MAP (note we will not start at the point indicated on this map. so please follow the location map link above).CAR POOLING:
Carpooling is a great way to make friends & help the environment. Use the link below if you are looking for or can offer a lift.
Carpooling site - Seat available nowQUESTIONS:
Feel free to message me - 0401 498263BEING PREPARED
THINK BEFORE YOU HIKE - T.H.I.N.K
Plans change, but please keep your RSVP up to date to allow others the chance to attend. Aim to arrive 15 minutes before the start time & let me know if you’re running late (0401 498263) Remember that phone reception won't always be available so contact me as soon as possible if required.
NOTIFICATIONS:
All notifications will come via the Meetup app. Ensure you have enabled alerts & check the app in the lead up to an event. Notifications may include; comments, instructions & cancellations. - Dinner at the SECRET KITCHEN - China TownSecret Kitchen, MelbourneAUD 70.00
Join us for a relaxed night out at the Secret Kitchen, one of Melbournes most famous Chinese Restaurants.
Located in China Town the restaurant offers an amazing array of Chinese food and has been voted "Best Yum Cha Restaurant" in Melbourne by many of the leading review sites:
Cost: will be around $70 per person food only. Food will be served family style and final bill split evenly among all (no split bills).
Location: Secret Kitchen 222 Exhibition St
(nearest train station Parliament)
Restaurant link: Secret KitchenMore information : contact me as always on 0401498263
- Maribyrnong River Loop and Aberfeldie Park 🐶Anglers Tavern, Melbourne
Enjoy a sleep in, and a good walk! Today you get to do both with a leisurely 10.30am start and a good walk on the Maribyrnong trail.
An easy stroll today, over approximately 8 km, around a section of the Maribyrnong river. Dogs are allowed on lead around the river, but we will be stopping at the off-lead doggie play park at Aberfeldie Park so that the doggies can roam free.
Starting at the Anglers Tavern carpark (2 Anglers Way, Maribyrnong) we’ll then take our time strolling the loop circuit and work up an appetite, before arriving back at the Anglers for lunch (for anyone joining us). The ‘famous’ Anglers Tavern (famous for flooding!) has a dog-friendly Upper Beer Garden, so it’s outdoors and might be a bit cool. Pack a jacket! But we’ll enjoy great lunchtime water views and a hearty pub lunch. (The pub is busy and Reservations will be required, so you’ll need to confirm your attendance for lunch by ‘liking’ my comment at least 4 days prior to event).
If there’s any issues on the day, my mobile is 0422 223 030
Links:
Angler’s Tavern[Car pool](https://groupcarpool.com/t/ey9z7p
- Mt Tanglefoot - 19km. Moderate to HardWirrawilla Rainforest Walk, Toolangi
Grade: Moderate to Hard
Total Elevation Gain: 864m
Distance: 19 km
Pace: Moderate (4.5km PH)
Meeting Point: Wirrawilla Rainforest Walk
Host Contact Number: 0401498263Join us as we take on the western side of Mt Tanglefoot in the Toolangi State Forest.
NOTE: This is A MODERATE to CHALLENGING hike which will see us take on one large hill, so will require a reasonable level of fitness.
But we will take our time and will be rewarded with some of the region's most pristine forest bushland.
We will start at the Wirrawilla car park and head upwards towards Mt St Leonard and hopefully weather permitting take in some wonderful views before we head towards and around Mt Tanglefoot.
From there we will start the long walk downwards via the myrtle gully track towards an amazing raised forest walk before heading back to the cars.
We will arrange to meet for a late lunch after the hike (optional).Key information: My contact number is: 0401 498263
Carpooling site - Need a lift or can offer a lift to others ? please use this simply site book a seat or list a share ride.
Carpooling Site (seat available now)For a detailed map please see the following link but please note that we will not be starting at the point indicated on this map.
All Trails Map - A guide onlyQUESTIONS:
Feel free to message me - 0401 498263BEING PREPARED
THINK BEFORE YOU HIKE - T.H.I.N.K
Plans change, but please keep your RSVP up to date to allow others the chance to attend.
Aim to arrive 15 minutes before the start time & let me know if you’re running late (0401 498263) .
Remember that phone reception won't always be available so contact me as soon as possible if required.
NO SHOW POLICY:
If you fail to show up for 2 events or more without informing us prior to the start time you will be removed from the group.
NOTIFICATIONS:
All notifications will come via the Meetup app. Ensure you have enabled alerts & check the app in the lead up to an event. Notifications may include; comments, instructions & cancellations.
