Foraging Walks Melbourne

(FREE) Melbourne East Singles Park Walk & Picnic 20-50 Dating

MUST REGISTER AND SIGN UP ON DISCORD: [https://discord.gg/SZ9mMbpCyp](https://discord.gg/SZ9mMbpCyp%20%22https://discord.gg/SZ9mMbpCyp%22) Single Park Walk & Picnic is a singles dating event meetup for people living the east of Melbourne that is completely free! My aim in holding these events is to give more opportunities for people living locally to meet more people of the opposite gender and to bring people together! I don't want your money, I just wanted to hold this event for the community as I think it's a good thing if people can find partners and find love. This event is for people from the age 20-30, 30-40, 40-50 as separate 10 year ranges so the event is focused, so you'll be around people of the same age. If you're not in the age range, please don't worry if these events succeed we will be happy to hold more events in future! **Event Details:** We'll meet up at the T House at 1:50pm and find your three matches that will be given before the event. We will then walk together and every 10 minutes you'll swap to another partner. After around a 30 minute walk we will arrive back at the Jells Park T House and have a shared bbq and picnic together! We'll also have opportunities to share contacts with each other, which is completely optional. You will be provided some basic food such as sausages for free as well! Feel free to ask

The Great Darebin Creek Expedition - 14 km - Latrobe Uni/Abbotsford Convent

**The Great Darebin Creek Expedition** **Eat Drink Dance Melbourne — Singles Only** Saturday 5 September Start: 1:00 pm sharp (arrive 12:45 pm) Distance: ~14 km Duration:~ 3.5 hours From: Latrobe university To: Abbotsford convent Collingwood Tone: Social, energetic, lightly cheeky Age Range: About 35+ Max 20 people 🌿 **Event Description — The Great Darebin Creek Expedition** Welcome to The Great Darebin Creek Expedition, a 14 km, 3.5‑hour singles‑only urban adventure for people who enjoy good company, long trails, and the occasional snack stop that feels like a reward for being an adult who goes outside. **Disclaimer**: I've not done this walk before so this will be exploratory for the organiser **Please note: This** *event is waitlisted I will not be releasing the meetings point at Latrobe Uni until the day before.* *I want a balanced gender mix, i.e even numbers of girls and guys. I have a creep code operating and event expectations around no shows, read on for how all this works..* We step off at 1 pm sharp — not “Melbourne sharp”, not “I’m just grabbing a coffee” sharp, but actual sharp. Please arrive by 12:45 pm, because we won’t be waiting for latecomers. If you appear at 1:01 pm, you will witness a group of motivated humans already disappearing down the trail like a well‑organised migration. 🥾 **What makes this walk great**? - A proper 14 km expedition — long enough to feel like an achievement, short enough to still get dinner afterwards. - Darebin Creek’s green corridor — wetlands, bridges, winding bushland, and the occasional wildlife cameo. - Urban transitions — from La Trobe’s leafy edges through Alphington and Fairfield into Yarra Bend Park. - Rest + snack stops — strategic pauses to reset legs, chat, and refuel. - A satisfying finish — ending at the Abbotsford Convent feels like completing a scenic quest. 🔒 **Meeting point policy** Due to previous incidents of unregistered people bypassing waitlists and showing up unannounced, the exact meeting point will ONLY be sent to confirmed attendees. You’ll receive a message from the organiser the day before with the precise location. If you don’t receive it, you’re not on the going list — simple as that. 🎯 **Who this walk is for** - People who enjoy long urban walks - People who like social, low‑pressure group activities - People who appreciate nature, humour, and mild chaos - People who prefer IRL socialising over apps - People who can commit to being on time 🧭 **Route** **vibe** We follow the Darebin Creek Trail south, weaving through bushland, bridges, quiet pockets of suburbia, and the lush approach to Yarra Bend Park. Expect variety, scenery, and plenty of opportunities to chat with different people along the way. 🧣 **What to Bring** Comfortable walking shoes Snacks + water Winter layers A playful, open attitude Curiosity for strangers who might not stay strangers ⚠️ **Group Rules & Event Etiquette ⚠️** These are basic, commonsense standards that keep events safe, smooth, and enjoyable for everyone. 💘 **Flirtation Guidelines** This is a social event, not a pressure cooker.Don’t be pushy about phone numbers — let the moment offer itself Don't send unsolicited messages, get in person permission first If the vibe is mutual, go for it Become a regular — I’ll be testing this format over 3–4 events You’ll likely see the same lovely humans again at future singles nights/events or Eat Drink Dance “open” events The goal is to build a small, recurring ecosystem where people feel comfortable, familiar, and relaxed enough to be themselves. 👟 **Fitness Requirements** Walking: 3–4 km/hr. Moderate fitness. enough to walk 15 km with limited stops We walk at a relaxed pace. Please ensure you meet the fitness level for the event. If the group is forced to wait excessively, you may be asked to leave the event. ⛹️ **Pace: Too Fast or Too Slow** Small social events rely on staying together. If you prefer a very different pace, consider going solo, joining a faster/slower group, or choosing events that match your fitness. 👩‍💼 **Time Constraints** If you’re on a tight schedule, this may not be the right event for you. Social activities rarely run exactly on time. **👥Waitlist & Gender Ratios** To keep things balanced and comfortable: Event capped at 12 people to test interest, if my star signs are in favour I may increase this to 20 Generally guys admitted only after a woman registers (to maintain ratios) at my discretion. Group regulars get priority access. **Female Privilege**: New Idea There is usually a waitlist of men. The first female that discretely messages the organiser gets first dibs on any guy that is on the waitlist to have him included. Assuming this occurs within 12 hours of being put into the going list. Otherwise the organiser chooses. Women can be a little flaky (we love them anyway), so I may accept 1–2 extra **🧭The Creep Code** A refined social compass keeps the vibe safe, fun, and drama‑free. So: No married/Seperated individuals or those already coupled up (generally) No Tinder Swindler‑style minglers **Guys: Please Take Special Note** Must have a clear face photo (no sunglasses, no blurry shadows, no “mysterious man in witness protection”) Don't send unsolicited messages, that's creep gold.. ⚠️Don't obscure your identity in other words. No wide shots taken from a distance where you can't be identified. No yacht/car/jet flexing — if your profile screams “crypto‑adjacent”, you will be gently declined. If you are declined, update your profile photo to something less creepy and more classy Girls: No restrictions — privacy and safety first” ⚠️ **CRITICAL EXPECTATIONS ⚠️** **👻** **No‑Shows** No‑shows block waitlisted people from attending and disrupt small-group events. ***Remove yourself more than 24 hours before the event, cancellations within 24 hour of the evevt when there is a waitlist will result in group removal Why? People on the waitlist need more than 24 hours notice that they have been approved to attend.. Flaking within this time period prevents waitlist people from attending No‑shows will be removed from the group. Last‑minute cancellations (“flaking”) may also result in group removal, especially when there is a waitlist. **👀 Attending Without Being on the Going List** This is a security issue. Do NOT turn up unannounced. If you’re not on the Going list and haven’t arranged it with the organiser beforehand, you will be asked to leave. Event check‑ins are performed. ⏰ **Late Arrivals** If you’re late, the group will not wait. You willl be marked as a No‑Show and removed from the group. Messages will not be monitored after the event starts *It’s your responsibility to communicate and catch up before the evevt starts—this may not be possible for some events. 🎲 **Second** **Chances** If something goes wrong, communicate with the organiser. - Silence + poor behaviour = removal. - Communication + accountability = second chances. As the organiser is busy organising this may be impossible during the event. **🚩Disclaimer: No Liability & Organiser Indemn**ity By participating in this event, you acknowledge and accept full personal responsibility for your own safety, wellbeing, and belongings. The organiser assumes no liability for injury, loss, or damage incurred during the activity. Participation is entirely at your own risk.

Meet at Sebastian's in Hampton for a beach walk then back for coffee.

Meet Kay outside Sebastian's - to walk along the beach to Green Point in Brighton (one hour round trip). There are plenty of benches along the way if you don't feel like doing the whole walk. Then back to Sebastian's for a cuppa & chat. For any queries, don't hesitate to get in touch with Kay on 0432098716 http://photos3.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/4/8/6/8/event_431898536.jpeg http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/6/7/5/4/event_306566452.jpeg

🌊 GREAT OCEAN RD — Day Trip: Hike, Ratatouille Lunch, Meditation & Winery

* 🌏 **MELBOURNE → GREAT OCEAN RD · BELLS BEACH**🏙️ * 📅 **SAT 29 AUGUST — DAY TRIP** ☀️ * ✨ **Hike gently. Breathe deeply. Live fully.** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌊 **Great Ocean Road Getaway — Coast, Forest & Flavours** 🌿 Escape the city and join us for a beautifully balanced day where the wild energy of the ocean meets the peaceful atmosphere of **the Otways**. We begin at iconic **Bells Beach** before setting off on an **easy** coastal and **forest hike** through dramatic clifftops, peaceful bushland and open scenic viewpoints. Along the trail, we’ll pause for **meditation and grounding** — a chance to slow down, breathe deeply and reconnect with nature. After the hike, we’ll enjoy **homemade Ratatouille** surrounded by nature, accompanied by unlimited tea, coffee, snacks and refreshments. Our afternoon continues with scenic Great Ocean Road lookouts, a short Otways forest walk and a relaxed **winery visit**, where you can enjoy the peaceful vineyard setting and join an optional wine tasting. *A refreshing day filled with ocean views, gentle movement, homemade food, peaceful moments and easygoing company.* *\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-* 🎒 **What’s Included? — All-Inclusive for $99** ✅ Round-trip transport in a comfortable **Mercedes minivan** 🚐 ✅ **9 km coastal and forest hike** — approximately 170 m elevation gain 🥾 ✅ **Homemade Ratatouille** 🍲 ✅ Unlimited **snacks, soft drinks, coffee and tea** ☕ ✅ **Meditation and grounding** in nature 🧘 ✅ **Lookouts** 🌄 ✅ Short **Otways forest walk** 🌿 ✅ Relaxed **winery visit** 🍷 ✅ Friendly small-group atmosphere and great company 😊 *Wine tasting is optional* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- #### 🗺️ **Day Trip Plan** 🚐 **07:30** — Meet at **St Paul’s Cathedral**, Flinders Street ☕ **08:00** — Refreshment stop 🌊 **09:30** — Arrive at **Bells Beach** · Morning coffee, tea and snacks 🥾 **09:45** — Easy coastal and forest scenic hike — approximately **9 km / 170 m elevation** 🧘 **12:00** — Meditation and grounding in nature 🍲 **13:00** — **Homemade Ratatouille** · Snacks · Tea · Coffee · Soft drinks 🌿 **14:00** — **Lookout**s 🍷 **15:30** — Relaxed **winery visit** · Optional wine tasting 🚐 **16:30** — Scenic return journey 🏙️ **18:00** — Return to Melbourne, refreshed and filled with new memories 📍 Drop-off: **Hamer Hall, Melbourne** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **💰 How to Book?** Secure your spot with a **$99 transfer**: 🔹 **PayID:** 0414 661 458 🔹 **Bank Transfer:** **NAME:** KARAPETIAN G **BSB:** 013233 **ACCOUNT:** 226325836 **Ref:** BB 🌟 **Limited spots available—RSVP now!** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ❗️**Please Note:** **Payments are only credited or refunded if the event is canceled or rescheduled by the organizer.** In all other circumstances, payments are **non-refundable and non-transferable**. ❗️Thank you for understanding and supporting the planning involved in creating these experiences! 🌿 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🎒 What to Bring?** ✔️ **Comfortable hiking shoes (or able to supply, let me know size)** **✔️ Wind/water-resistant jacket**🧥 ✔️ **Long pants & long sleeves** 🌿 ✔️ **Hat/beanie** 🧢 ✔️ **BYO lunch** 🍽️ (or can buy on the way) ✔️ **A positive mindset & big smile!** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📢 **Questions?** Feel free to **DM me anytime!** 📩 ✨ **Let’s make this an adventure to remember** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Visit our sources: https://www.facebook.com/groups/812911556223655/?ref=share Instagram: nogeography.hike.kayak https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/no-geography-hike-and-kayak/ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Credited or refunded only if the event is canceled/moved. Non-refundable in any other cases \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- * **A day in nature is a day well spent** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **LIABILITY WAIVER** The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at 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!

Meet for a walk at Brighton Baths 10am

Meet outside Brighton Baths for a 1 hour return walk towards Elwood. Then relax with a coffee and chat at the Brighton Yacht Club. Jane is away - please make welcome anyone new to our walk Parking is free if you have a Bayside beach parking sticker. Otherwise try your luck for 2hr free parking in Chelsea or Grosvenor streets.

Sunday Bus: Angahook Spring Wildflowers - 13km and 17km - 6 Sept

**WALK DESCRIPTION:** Come join 25+ of our members on these walks on the Angahook Spring Wildflowers trail. It's a lovely walk where we get to appreciate beautiful wild flowers as we approach Moggs Creek. Both the walks start from Distillery Creek Picnic Area and end in Robyn Road, Moggs Creek, close to the Great Ocean Road. Both the walks trace mostly the same track, with the longer walk doing an extra loop of about 4km on the Ironbark Gorge Track at the beginning of the walk. We will be making stops at Pankalac Creek Dam and Moggs Creek Picnic Area. We will be walking on well laid out track. The views of the mountains, the spring flowers, and then terminating with breathtaking views of the ocean, is just too good to be missed. Please do come along to enjoy the natural beauty that the Great Otway National Park offers. Please carry at least 2 litres of water and bring a change of shoes for the trip back. . **DISTANCE(S):** 13km and 17km . **TOTAL ASCENT(S):** 422m Rise and 554m Rise . **GRADINGS:** Easy and Easy/Medium **Easy (E):** Walking mostly on tracks or in open country, with possibly some stretches of light scrub. Few hills and adequate rest stops. Distances may be up to 15km in flat open terrain but will be shorter if scrub or significant hills are involved. **Easy/Medium (E/M):** More consistent walking, mostly on tracks or in open country, but with some significant hills, probably some stretches of light scrub. Possibility of some rock hopping. Distances up to 19km but may be much shorter depending on the difficulty of the terrain. Reasonable lunch and rest stops. **.** **PLEASE NOTE:** Your RSVP on MeetUp lets us know who may be interested but does not add you to the booking list. To register and pay for the walk you must visit our clubrooms (details below). Come join our many members who will also do this walk! . **HOW TO BOOK AND PAY:** (a) Visit the Melbourne Bushwalkers' clubrooms on either of the two Wednesday evenings before the walk, speak to the leader and, if it is agreed to walk, make a payment to secure your place on the bus. (b) To cancel a Sunday Walk booking before 4pm on the Thursday before the walk, send a note to sunday@mbw.org.au. A credit will be issued for a future walk. (c) To cancel a Sunday Walk booking after 4pm on the Thursday before the walk contact the walk leader direct. You should be given the walk leader contact details at the time of booking. (d) The costs for the walk are $30 bus fare plus $10 visitor fee if you are not a paid-up Member of Melbourne Bushwalkers. . **OUR CLUBROOMS:** Our clubrooms are located at The Mission to Seafarers Victoria, 717 Flinders Street, Docklands. We are open Wednesday nights 6:30pm - 8.00pm. . **CONTACT US:** To contact us regarding this walk send an email to sunday@mbw.org.au. We do not regularly check the MeetUp site for messages and the above address will get a faster response. **.** **CAN I MEET AT THE START OF THE WALK?** No! Since Sunday Bus walks are generally walks starting and finishing at two widely separated locations we do not accept walkers meeting at the start of the walk. There is no way for them to get back to their transport. We can arrange for a pick-up and drop-off at a designated location along the route closer to Melbourne, however, the full bus fee is still payable since a seat has to be kept free on the bus. . **IMPORTANT TO KNOW:** Registration (membership) on Meetup is not the same as paid-up Membership of MBW. To become a paid-up Member with online booking and other benefits see: [https://mbw.org.au/MBW_membership.php](https://mbw.org.au/MBW_membership.php) . **WHAT TO BRING:** A day pack containing: \*Lunch, a morning and afternoon snack. \* Full water bottle - we recommend 2 litres, more in warmer weather. \*An unlined waterproof jacket or cape, waterproof over-trousers (if your jacket is short). \* Whistle, pencil and paper. \*Personal and first aid items, including sun screen, lip screen, toilet paper, identification, Club green Health Card, some money etc. Note: The leader always carries a first aid kit. \* A change of footwear for the trip back. . **DO YOU HAVE COMPREHENSIVE AMBULANCE COVER?** The Club strongly recommends that all participants have comprehensive personal ambulance cover. . **MORE DETAILS:** The visit to the clubrooms on a Wednesday before a walk is to cover three things: (a) Provide background on the club and ensure all walkers are familiar with the safety and courtesy guidelines we adopt; (b) Meet with the leader of the walk who will be in the clubrooms to discuss any special features of the walk and ensure that adequate gear and fitness requirements are met. (c) Sign an Acknowledgement of Risk form and pay the visitor fee (10) and bus fee (30) to reserve a seat on the bus. No booking is accepted until the payment is received. . **DAY WALKS BY BUS** with Melbourne Bushwalkers: [https://mbw.org.au/mbw_activities/walks/MBW_bus_walks.php](https://mbw.org.au/mbw_activities/walks/MBW_bus_walks.php)

Albert Park Lake Social Walk

**WHEN:** Every Sunday **MEET TIME:** 8:45am **START TIME:** 9:00am **MEET LOCATION:** Albert Park Lake, Lakeside Stadium Carpark **LOOK FOR:** Social Walks Volunteers in the high viz vests **DISTANCE:** Approximately 5km **DIFFICULTY:** Easy **ESTIMATED WALK TIME:** Around 1.5 hours **COST:** Free **ABOUT THIS WALK** Come along for our free weekly Albert Park Lake Social Walk, a relaxed and scenic Sunday morning walk around one of Melbourne’s most iconic inner city outdoor spaces. We’ll meet at the Lakeside Stadium Carpark at 8:45am and set off at 9:00am sharp for an easy paced social walk around the beautiful surrounds of Albert Park Lake. The walk follows the lakeside trail through peaceful paths, open parkland and palm lined sections, with sweeping views of the Melbourne city skyline, plenty of fresh air and great conversation along the way. There will be natural opportunities to pause, take in the views, enjoy the calm atmosphere of the lake and connect with others as we explore this well loved Melbourne landmark. The total walk is approximately 5km and is expected to take around 1.5 hours, depending on the group pace and any short stops along the way. This is a social paced walk, meaning we stick together, keep things relaxed and make space for conversation and connection throughout. After the walk, anyone who would like to can stay around for a coffee and chat nearby. This walk goes ahead rain, hail or shine. **WHAT TO EXPECT** Expect an easy, friendly and social walk with a relaxed pace. Albert Park Lake offers a beautiful mix of lakeside paths, open green spaces, birdlife, city views and a calm Sunday morning atmosphere. It is a perfect setting for people who want to get outside, move their body and meet good people. This walk is not a race and it is not about fitness pressure. It is about connection, movement and starting the day well. **WHO CAN COME** Everyone is welcome. Whether you come on your own, with a friend, or you are brand new to Social Walks, we would love to have you join us. This walk is suitable for a wide range of fitness levels, but please make sure the distance and pace are right for your own health and ability. **WHAT TO BRING** * Water * Comfortable walking shoes * Weather appropriate clothing * A hat and sunscreen if it is sunny * A rain jacket if wet weather is forecast **PUBLIC TRANSPORT** Albert Park Lake can be accessed by public transport, with trams along St Kilda Road within walking distance of the park. Please check your best route before travelling, as public transport times and connections can vary depending on where you are coming from. **PARKING** Parking is available within Albert Park, including around the Lakeside Stadium area, but parking can be limited and fees may apply. Please allow extra time to find a park, especially on busy weekends or when other events are taking place in the area. **IMPORTANT INFO** By attending this event, you acknowledge that you are participating at your own risk. Please make sure this walk is suitable for your fitness and health level. Children are welcome if supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. Dogs are welcome if they are friendly, well behaved and kept under effective control in line with local laws and park rules. Dogs must be kept on lead around the lake paths and in other signed on lead areas. **ABOUT SOCIAL WALKS** Social Walks is all about bringing people together through walking, hiking, adventure and community connection. Our walks are designed to be welcoming, friendly and social, giving people a simple way to get outside, move their body, meet others and feel more connected.

The Great Bayside Beach Wander 14km - Sandringham to Aspendale

**🌊 The Great Bayside Beach Wander** **Eat Drink Dance Melbourne — Singles Only** Saturday 12 September Social lunch option: 12:00 pm Walk arrival window: 1:15 pm Departure: 1:30 pm sharp Distance: ~13.5 km Route: Sandringham → Hampton → Brighton → Mentone → Parkdale → Aspendale Age: 30+ People: Max 20 **Event Description — The Great Bayside Beach Wander** Welcome to the Great Bayside Beach Wander, a sun‑kissed, sea‑breezy, singles‑only coastal adventure for people who enjoy good company, long walks, and the smug satisfaction of knowing they spent their Saturday doing something wholesome and attractive. **Disclaimer**: I've not done this walk before so this will be exploratory for the organiser **Please note**: This event is waitlisted I will not be releasing the meeting point until the day before. I want a balanced gender mix, i.e even numbers of girls and guys. I have a creep code operating and event expectations around no shows, read on for how all this works.. We step off at 1:30 pm sharp — not “Bayside sharp”, not “I’m just grabbing a latte” sharp, but actual sharp. Please arrive by 1:15 pm if you’re walking. If you appear at 1:31 pm, you’ll witness a group of motivated humans already gliding down the foreshore like a well‑timed seabird migration. For those who want a social lunch beforehand, join us at 12:00 pm at a nearby café. Let the organiser know if you want to have a cafe lunch or coffee first. For those who prefer to arrive just for the walk, come at 1:15 pm ready to roll. What makes this walk great? - The full Bayside coastline — uninterrupted beach views from Sandringham all the way to Aspendale. - The Sandringham cliffs — dramatic sandstone edges and postcard‑worthy lookouts. - The Hampton foreshore — wide paths, gentle breezes, and very photogenic dog walkers. - The Brighton Beach Boxes — the iconic rainbow row of huts that make everyone feel like they’re in a tourism brochure. - Mentone’s golden stretch — long, open sand perfect for chatting, strolling, and pretending you’re in a music video. - Parkdale’s quiet beauty — peaceful, wide beaches with fewer crowds and more serenity. - Aspendale’s soft landing — a calm, relaxed finish with options for drinks, snacks, or a cheeky sunset linger. Distance & difficulty - Distance:~ 13.5 km (slightly longer than 13 km) - Difficulty: Easy–moderate (flat coastal paths) - Vibe: Social, scenic, lightly cheeky, zero pressure This is a straight‑line coastal walk — no detours, no tricky navigation, just pure foreshore bliss. **Meeting point policy** Due to previous incidents of unregistered people bypassing waitlists and showing up unannounced, the exact meeting point will ONLY be sent to confirmed attendees. You’ll receive a message from the organiser the day before with the precise location. If you don’t receive it, you’re not on the list — simple as that. Who this walk is for - People who enjoy long coastal walks - People who like social, low‑pressure group activities - People who appreciate beaches, humour, and mild chaos - People who prefer IRL socialising over apps - People who can commit to being on time **Route vibe** **We** follow the foreshore path south from Sandringham, weaving througuh beaches, cliffs, boardwalks, and open coastal stretches. Expect sea air, sunshine, and plenty of opportunities to chat with different people along the way. **🧣 What to Bring** Comfortable walking shoes Snacks + water Winter layers A playful, open attitude Curiosity for strangers who might not stay strangers ⚠️ **Group Rules & Event Etiquette ⚠️** **These are basic, commonsense** standards that keep events safe, smooth, and enjoyable for everyone. **💘 Flirtation Guidelines** This is a social event, not a pressure cooker.Don’t be pushy about phone numbers — let the moment offer itself Don't send unsolicited messages, get in person permission first If the vibe is mutual, go for it Become a regular — I’ll be testing this format over 3–4 events You’ll likely see the same lovely humans again at future singles nights/events or Eat Drink Dance “open” events The goal is to build a small, recurring ecosystem where people feel comfortable, familiar, and relaxed enough to be themselves. 👟 **Fitness** **Requirements** Walking: 3–4 km/hr. Moderate fitness. enough to walk 15 km with limited stops We walk at a relaxed pace. Please ensure you meet the fitness level for the event. If the group is forced to wait excessively, you may be asked to leave the event. ⛹️ **Pace: Too Fast or Too Slow** Small social events rely on staying together. If you prefer a very different pace, consider going solo, joining a faster/slower group, or choosing events that match your fitness. 👩‍💼 **Time** **Constraints** If you’re on a tight schedule, this may not be the right event. Social activities rarely run exactly on time. **👥Waitlist & Gender Ratios** To keep things balanced and comfortable: Event capped at 12 people to test interest, if my star signs are in favour I may increase this to 20 Generally guys admitted only after a woman registers (to maintain ratios) at my discretion. Group regulars get priority access. **Female** **Privilege**: New Idea There is usually a waitlist of men. The first female that discretely messages the organiser gets first dibs on any guy that is on the waitlist to have him included. Assuming this occurs within 12 hours of being put into the going list. Otherwise the organiser chooses. Women can be a little flaky (we love them anyway), so I may accept 1–2 extra **🧭The** **Creep** **Code** A refined social compass keeps the vibe safe, fun, and drama‑free. So: No married/Seperated individuals or those already coupled up (generally) No Tinder Swindler‑style minglers **Guys**: Please Take Special Note Must have a clear face photo (no sunglasses, no blurry shadows, no “mysterious man in witness protection”) Don't send unsolicited messages, that's creep gold.. ⚠️Don't obscure your identity in other words. No wide shots taken from a distance where you can't be identified. No yacht/car/jet flexing — if your profile screams “crypto‑adjacent”, you will be gently declined. If you are declined, update your profile photo to something less creepy and more classy **Girls**: No restrictions — privacy and safety first” **⚠️ CRITICAL EXPECTATIONS** ⚠️ 👻 **No‑Shows** No‑shows block waitlisted people from attending and disrupt small-group events. ***Remove yourself at least 24 hours before the event, cancellations within 24 hour of the evevt when there is a waitlist will result in group removal People on the waitlist need more than 24 hours notice that they have been approved to attend.. Flaking within this time period prevents waitlist people from attending No‑shows will be removed from the group. *Last‑minute cancellations (“flaking”) may also result in group removal, especially when there is a waitlist. **👀 Attending Without Being on the Going List** This is a security issue. Do NOT turn up unannounced. If you’re not on the Going list and haven’t arranged it with the organiser beforehand, you will be asked to leave. Event check‑ins are performed. ⏰ **Late** **Arrivals** If you’re late, the group will not wait. You willl be marked as a No‑Show and removed from the group. Messages will not be monitored after the event starts *It’s your responsibility to communicate and catch up before the evevt starts—this may not be possible for some events. **🎲Second** **Chances** If something goes wrong, communicate with the organiser. Silence + poor behaviour = removal. Communication + accountability = second chances. As the organiser is busy organising this may be impossible during the event. **🚩Disclaimer: No Liability & Organiser** **Indemnity** By participating in this event, you acknowledge and accept full personal responsibility for your own safety, wellbeing, and belongings. The organiser assumes no liability for injury, loss, or damage incurred during the activity. Participation is entirely at your own risk.

Cornella Canola Walk & Heathcote Day Trip [Once a Year Event]

Join us on our day trip to Heathcote and Cornella Canola Walk in Shiraz Republic. We will be hiring a 24 seater bus with a driver. This is a once a year event. Don't miss out. If you are a Youtuber or video creator, please message me before getting the ticket. Please follow these two steps to confirm your spot: Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup. Step 2: Please buy your ticket ($89 - Early Bird, $99 - Regular) via Trybooking - [https://www.trybooking.com/DOHZD](https://www.trybooking.com/DOHZD) This includes the bus ticket and the entry ticket to the farm ($18) Payments are managed through Trybooking and not Meetup. You will see an **"Unpaid"** status on your RSVP. The only thing you need is the Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email. I will manually update the meetup payment status closer to the event date if the names on Trybooking and Meetup are the same. Trybooking payments are non-refundable. There is no option to transfer the ticket to a new date. Trybooking payments will be refunded only if the event is cancelled or moved to a new date. **Meeting Point:** Let's meet in Federation Square Bus & Coach Pickup Drop-off Zone at 9 AM. We should be back to city around 5 pm. **[Google Map Link](https://maps.app.goo.gl/jDfdQNtiVMU1SAGk7)** This is a rain-or-shine event. Please carry water, and snacks. We will make a stop at Heathcote for food. Cost: Bus Ticket (including organizer fee, bus with driver, farm entry): $99 - Early Bird, $109 - Regular The golden sea is back at Shiraz Republic! For just four weeks each spring, 100 acres of canola fields burst into a dazzling carpet of yellow. Special walking tracks weave right through the blooms, making this the only spot in Victoria where you can safely step inside a canola field without damaging the crop. Driving Time: 2 hours 15 mins (One way) We will spend 90 minutes in Healthcote and 90 minutes at Shiraz Republic for the Canola Walk. Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates: [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@explore-melbourne) \| [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/exploremelb) \| [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/xpmelb/) \| [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@exploremelbourne) \| [ExploreMelbourne.AU](https://exploremelbourne.au/) Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience. ❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please! 📵 No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups. 🔞 Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older. 📢 Please do not advertise other events or groups. 😅 Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy. 🚗 We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents. 💰 No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free. 📸 Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons. By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise 🤝 that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. Let’s keep it fun, friendly, and drama-free! **Liability Waiver:** The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: [https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/](https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/)

🎨🍺🥾 Paint & Sip + Hike

[👉🏻 GET YOUR TICKET (CLICK HERE) 👈🏻](https://activelocals.app.link/BBb3XWva84b) **Join us for a unique day out combining a scenic social hike with a relaxing Paint & Sip by the river.** Meet new people, enjoy nature, and finish the day creating your own masterpiece! **📅 Date:** Sunday, 30 August 2026 **📍 Location:** Studley Park Boathouse, Yarra Bend Park ### What to expect * A friendly, beginner-friendly social hike through beautiful Yarra Bend Park. * **Distance:** Approximately 10 km * **Duration:** Around 3 hours * **Difficulty:** Easy * **Pace:** Relaxed and suitable for most fitness levels. * A relaxing **Paint & Sip** by the river after the hike, where you can paint the scenery, recreate your favourite photo from the day, or create your own artwork. Our volunteer artists will be there to guide you and make the experience enjoyable for everyone. * Food and drinks are available for purchase from the Studley Park Boathouse. ### Important information * Please arrive between **9:30 AM and 9:45 AM** for check-in, a quick icebreaker, and a toilet break. The hike departs promptly at **10:00 AM**. * No carpooling will be organised for this event. The venue is easily accessible by public transport and has ample parking available. * Your ticket does **not** include food or drinks. * Please note that refunds are not available, as Active Locals does not currently have an individual refund process in place. * In the event of heavy rain, the event will be postponed to **Sunday, 6 September 2026**. **Accessibility** * ✔ Parking available * ✔ Close to public transport * ✔ Beginner-friendly

MELBOURNE CITY NATURE WALKS : MORNING TEA • SOCIAL • MEDITATION • CALM WALKS

**🌿 YARRA RIVER WALK, MEDITATION & CONNECTION 🌿** **📅 Studley Park Boathouse CAR PARK - Meeting point** **☀️ Calm minds • Gentle movement • Peaceful company** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Come join us for a relaxed morning in nature — a chance to slow down, meet new people, make new friends, and reconnect with yourself away from the noise of everyday life. This gathering is for like-minded people who enjoy peaceful walks, meaningful conversations, calm energy, and mindful moments in nature. No pressure, no rush, no fitness goals — just fresh air, gentle movement, warm drinks, soft music, and good company. Whether you come for the social connection, peaceful meditation, spending time outdoors, or simply to reset your mind for a few hours — you are warmly welcome. ✨ *Walk gently. Breathe deeply. Experience fully.* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌟 **What’s Included - $19** ☕ Coffee & tea, soft drinks 🥐 Snacks 🚶 Guided peaceful nature walk 🎶 Relaxing ambient music atmosphere 🧘 Guided meditation session 🌿 Meditation mat provided 👥 Friendly and mindful group atmosphere \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌿 Morning Flow - Meeting Point - **Studley Park Boathouse CAR PARK - check my banner.** **🕣 8:15 AM** — Welcome & Warm Drinks **Coffee, tea, snacks**, and relaxed introductions near the Yarra River. **🚶 8:30 AM** — Peaceful **Nature Walk** (\~7 km Easy Walk) A gentle group walk with calm conversations, soft ambient music, and time to enjoy nature at an easy pace. **🧘 10:30 AM** — Guided Outdoor **Meditation** A grounding meditation session in a peaceful natural setting. Meditation mats provided. 💧 **11:00 AM** — Finish & Goodbyes Leave refreshed, lighter, calmer, and more connected. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **💰 How to Book?** Secure your spot with a **$19 transfer**: 🔹 **PayID:** 0414 661 458 🔹 **Bank Transfer:** **NAME:** KARAPETIAN G **BSB:** 013233 **ACCOUNT:** 226325836 **Ref:** CN 🌟 **Limited spots available—RSVP now!** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ❗️**Please Note:** **Payments are only credited or refunded if the event is canceled or rescheduled by the organizer.** In all other circumstances, payments are **non-refundable and non-transferable**. ❗️Thank you for understanding and supporting the planning involved in creating these experiences! 🌿 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🎒 BYO: 👟 Comfortable walking shoes 🧥 Comfortable clothing suitable for the weather 🌦️ Rain/wind jacket if needed 💧 Water bottle (optional) 😊 Positive and relaxed mindset \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📢 **Questions?** Feel free to **DM me anytime!** 📩 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Visit our sources: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/812911556223655/?ref=share](https://www.facebook.com/groups/812911556223655/?ref=share) Instagram: [nogeography.hike.kayak](http://nogeography.hike.kayak/) [https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/no-geography-hike-and-kayak/](https://www.meetup.com/en-AU/no-geography-hike-and-kayak/) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **\*A day in nature is a day well spent** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **LIABILITY WAIVER** The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at 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! *

Warburton: O'Shannassy Aqueduct Trail & Redwood Forest