Walking Mates Australia

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/Boorloo Bridge 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 90 mins.

What to bring: Water, yourself and a good sense of humour

Toilets: At the Partisan or Toast cafe afterwards and along the way.

About the Walk
Matagarup Bridge
Optus Stadium
Windan Bridge
Causeway bridge
Heiresson island

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.

Meeting at Freshwaters Bay, Peppermint Grove. Expect alluring views overlooking the Swan River from Mosman Park to North Fremantle along the cliffs. We first visit the Buckland Hill Obelisk and WW2 Leighton Battery & tunnels before making our way to the beautiful Garungup limestone Caves and Burford's Soap Factory Tunnel before returning to the Freshwaters Café for coffee with its views over the Swan River.
Weather forecast is predicted to be mild and sunny, between 20 & 23°C during the walk.

Where: Freshwaters Bay cafe. (Click on map for the exact meeting point)
Parking: Plenty of parking at the meeting point.
Distance: Approx an 11.2km loop. We will be doing a brisk morning walk at around 5.5 to 6km per hour. Approx. 2.75 hours walking plus coffee at the end of the walk.
Difficulty: Easy walking over footpaths and walkways, with 243m elevation due to a few moderate hills. This is a walk for regulars walkers and is not intended for those still building their pace and stamina or recovering from injury. We are expecting a cool, sunny day, there are sections out in the open so please ensure you have good sun protection.
What to bring: Water, good walking shoes and a hat.
Café after the walk: We will share a chat, coffee and bite to eat at Freshwaters Café after the walk.
Toilets: At the café and several places along the walk.
AllTrails Map: Fremantle Cliff Walk (11km)

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.

The Summer Sunday Sunset Series (SSSS) is starting again. WMA will run this event every Sunday night from November to March. It starts with a 7km walk that finishes near Sunset with a picnic or food van in over 8 various locations around Perth.

The Sth Perth venue is deservedly one of our favourites so let's do it again?
This walk starts at The Boathouse Café and follows the Swan River to Heirisson Island's kangaroo enclosure. As dusk approaches the roos come out to feed. We should complete this walk just as the sun sets (7:24pm) over the Swan River and as the city lights begin to dominate our cityscape.
What to bring: We will finish the walk with a picnic. We take advantage of the StrEATS food vans located in South Perth with a diverse selection of lovely foods along with music. BYO cold drink, a thermos of hot coffee, a chair/picnic rug, mosquito repellent and a jumper.
Where to find us: We will be leaving promptly at 5:40pm near the Coode St Jetty beside the Boatshed Café. Click on the map to see our exact MeetUp point.
Parking: Plenty of free parking (gold coin donation) on the Sir James Mitchell Park oval (entrance off Coode St. LHS) and nearby.
Distance: Approx. 7.5km
Difficulty: Mainly bitumen and dirt paths. Expect an easy walk but at a reasonable pace (5 to 6 km/h). We should complete the walk in just over an hour.
Toilets: Near the Boatshed Café at the MeetUp point.
Alltrail Map Sth Perth to Heirisson Island (7km)

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.