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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1. PM me your phone number so that I can put you on WhatsApp for car pooling, sharing accomodation and for sending you more information.
2. Confirmation that you have accomodation sorted out.
Once you have those 2 things sorted, finally
3. A $10 per person holding fee (non refundable) Account details: ME Bank BSB 944600 Acc 013938770 Name E F M de Gouw
This is going to be an amazing weekend.
Those leaving Perth on Friday morning, let's meet up at Williams Woolshed @ 11am for lunch and a break.
Please note in the Stirling Ranges there are charges for National Park Fees if you're helping with carpooling on Saturday & Sunday ($17 per day) if you have an annual pass please ensure you take it.
The intention is to do a few of the beautiful walks in the Stirling Ranges and Porongurups. There are quite a few to consider but at this stage select Mt Trio or Mt Maggog for Saturday morning then we will be hiking Bluff Knoll on Saturday afternoon to see the sunset, select Mt Hassell or Mt Talyuberlup for Sunday morning. Those going to Albany could select Castle Rock (optional) for Sunday afternoon. These are considered challenging walks and should only be attempted by those who are very regular walkers. We are open to other suggestions.
Accomodation: We are staying at the Stirling Range Retreat. 8639 Chester Pass Rd. (Click on the map for GPS exact location.) For cabins you can contact Stirling Range Retreat on Ph: 98279229 or log online here Booking. Please Mention you're with Walking Mates Australia so that they can try to keep us together.
If you have your own caravan/camper mention WMA when you book so that you can get a site near us.
Powered sites to share: I have booked powered sites for those who want to camp with me at $20 per night. You will need your own tent, rooftop tent, car or swag. You may choose to stay with me either 2 or 3 nights. PM me your E.O.I.
Sharing powered site with Eugène (3 nights) are Ting (3n), Debbie (2n), Sara (2n)
& sharing with James (3n) are: Joe (3n), Yokey (2n), Ron (3n)
When: The main weekend will be from Friday at 2pm for those booking into their accomodation until Sunday after the hike. Some people will drive home from there. Others will stay Sunday night and go back to Perth on Monday.
Albany option: There will be an option for those who can, to join a few of us going to Albany for more fun and adventures from Monday to Friday. PM me if you're interested. I will create a WhatsApp group for this option.
What to take: Food for 3 days and 3 nights. Clothing and camping gear. Expect cold nights so I will be taking thick doonas and good sleeping bags. The weather in September is quite variable, be prepared to layer up for the cold and wet but we could have lovely warm, sunny days.
The Bluff Knoll Café is 450m from our accomodation. They are open daily from 8am to 5pm. There are new owners so let's hope the standard has improved, the food is basic and the store has minimal stock but who can complain? Good for coffee, light meals and a chat after a hike.
Mobile reception is very limited even with Telstra. Fine on top of the mountains. :-)
AllTrails Maps:
Mount Hassell - gr 2 3.1km Length 329m Elevation gain 2.5 hrs Travel 15.2km 15min
A photogenic and enjoyable hike with varied scenery and wildflowers.
Mount Trio Walk - gr 2 2.9km Length 380 Elevation gain 2.5hrs Travel 12.8km 13min
Steeper and less maintained than Bluff Knoll, with a more challenging ascent in places, but with rewarding views.
Bluff Knoll - gr 2 6.3km Length 638m Elevation gain 3.5 hrs Travel 8.5km 10min (Leave SRR @ 3:45pm, sunset @ 6pm back to SRR by 7:30/8pm)
The most popular climb, offering a challenging but achievable hike to the summit.
Talyuberlup Walk Trail - gr 3 2.4km Length 385m Elevation gain 2.5hrs Travel 31.8km 31min
A shorter climb, but still involving a steep section and scrambling. Tammie's leading us!
Mount Maggog - gr 3 6.6km Length 531m Elevation gain 3.5hrs Travel 37.5km 37min
Pascale's favourite.
Toolbrunup Peak Trail - gr 3 3.9km Length 541m Elevation gain 3.5 hrs Travel 16.7km 17min
A challenging climb with a rocky outcrop and scrambling required near the top.
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Upcoming events (4+)
See all- WMA - Introductory Walk (East Perth - 7kms)The Partisan, Perth
Introduction to WMA
We'll continue hosting a series of introductory walks aimed at WMA members who are returning to walking, building up distance/fitness, on a recovery plan following injury and/or want to walk and learn more about the WMA team and hosts. It's probably an ideal opportunity to see if the group is for you before launching into our 10k+ City Park walks and/or Bush walks as we near the Perth hiking season.
Walks will start from the Partisan Cafe in Claisebrook Cove, East Perth. We'll take in the Cove, Matagarup Bridge, the outside of Optus Stadium, Windan Bridge, Heiresson Island/Causeway before returning to the Partisan for an optional coffee and catch-up.
Meet: Partisan Cafe, Claisbrook Cove, EAST PERTH (Click on map for the exact meeting point)
Parking: There is plenty of free parking on Wittenoom St and paid parking on Royal Street
Distance: 7 km. However, there is the ability to do a shorter walk.
Difficulty: Flat terrain & mainly bitumen paths. Expect an easy walk but at a reasonable pace (5km/h) We should complete the walk in under 80 mins.
What to bring: Water, yourself and a good sense of humour
Toilets: At the Partisan or Toast cafe afterwards.
About the Walk
Matagarup Bridge
Optus Stadium
Windan Bridge
Causeway bridge
Heiresson islandRSVP - 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.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. - King's Park perimeter with a bit extra, starting at Koorak Café (10km loop)Koorak Cafe , Kings Park
A return to one of our favourite moderate tracks, a nice walk around King's Park but this time I'm throwing in a little extra surprise for the young at heart.
The forecast for the beginning of spring is for mild temperatures, cloudy skies and perhaps some wind. Possibly light rains but I'm the eternal optimist.
We begin by meeting outside Koorak Café on the northern side of King's Park. We start this 10km loop by heading clockwise down Jacob's Ladder and up the Kakoda Track 😧. We follow the Cliff Walk, sky walk and Law Walk along the escarpment overlooking the Swan River. We then head along the western boundary before returning to the café. 😊
Let's relax over a refreshing sparking water, coffee and chat afterwards for those who can stay.
Where
Koorak Café, Kulunga Grove. (Click on map for the exact meeting point)
Parking
Plenty of free parking at the car park.
Distance
Approx a 10km loop with 206m elevation.
Difficulty
Mainly bitumen paths with only the Kokoda Track to increase the heart rate. Expect an easy walk but at a reasonable pace (5 to 6 km/h). Not a difficult task for my regular Saturday people. We should complete this walk in 2 hours.
What to bring
Water, good walking shoes, hat, sunscreen and an umbrella just in case.
Café after the walk
We will share a chat, coffee and bite to eat at The Koorak Café after the walk.
Toilets
Near the café and several places along the walk.
AllTrails Map
King's Park perimeter walk with a bit extra (10km)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.
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. - Bold Park Tuesday Evening Walk (Internal Trails)Bold Park, City Beach
Join 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.
