About us
Welcome to the NO GEOGRAPHY: HiKE+KAYAK & FRiENDS group! We're thrilled to have you join our community of open-minded and easy-going people who share a passion for outdoor adventures, quality time, and great company.
Our group is all about making the most of your weekends and free time, offering a variety of exciting activities and trips for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're into hiking, kayaking, or simply spending time outdoors, we have something for you.
Our Offerings:
- One-Day Activities Every Weekend: Join us for single-day adventures every weekend, providing the perfect opportunity to explore new places and make new friends.
- Two-Days Trips Every Month: For those seeking a more immersive experience, we organize two-day trips once a month, allowing you to delve deeper into nature and relaxation.
- Four-Days Trips Every Second Month: Take a break from your routine with our longer four-day trips held every other month. These trips provide ample time to unwind and connect with nature.
- Sunset & Night Kayaking: Experience the magic of kayaking in the evening under the stars. We offer sunset and night kayaking adventures on both weekdays and weekends.
- Social Nights: We value the importance of good conversations, food, and music. Join our social nights to unwind and connect with like-minded individuals.
Every Event Is an All-Included Package:
All our events come as comprehensive packages, ensuring you have everything you need for a fantastic adventure:
- Hiking with provided gear
- Kayaking with all necessary equipment
- Coffee/tea to keep you energized
- Refreshing soft drinks
- Delicious snacks
- Convenient and comfortable transportation in a minivan
We're committed to creating memorable experiences and facilitating connections within our community. So, if you're ready to embark on exciting adventures, make new friends, and appreciate the great outdoors, you're in the right place. Let's explore, paddle, and enjoy quality time together with NO GEOGRAPHY: HiKE+KAYAK & FRiENDS !
Please follow us:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/812911556223655/?ref=share
Instagram: nogeography.hike.kayak
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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!
Upcoming events
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- A$99.00
🌿Scenic CATHEDRAL RANGES: Hike + Kayaks & Picnic, Meditation, Lookout
St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne, Flinders St, Melbourne, VI, AU- 🌏 MELBOURNE → CATHEDRAL RANGES
- 📅 SUN 26 APRIL | Autumn Day Escape
- 🍂 Where adventure meets good company
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🌄 Inviting Intro
Join us for an amazing Cathedral Ranges trip — a beautiful day of an enjoyable hike, scenic lookouts, beginner-friendly kayaking on a serene lake, meditation, and a relaxed picnic in nature.
We begin in the city and slowly transition into forest landscapes, winding roads, and breathtaking viewpoints along the famous Black Spur. The journey itself becomes part of the experience.
From there, the day unfolds naturally — a gentle and enjoyable hike through peaceful trails and open views, quiet moments to pause and reset, and time to connect with like-minded people.
In the afternoon, we step onto the water — calm, easy, beginner-friendly kayaking surrounded by nature, where everything feels lighter.
A simple, balanced day of movement, fresh air, and good company.
-----------------------------## 🌟 What’s Included — $99
✔️ Guided 10 km autumn easy hike + hiking gear 🥾
✔️ Kayaking on a peaceful lake (all equipment included) 🚣♂️
✔️ Guided meditation in nature 🍃
✔️ Fresh Fruit Platter 🍉
✔️ Unlimited snacks, soft drinks, coffee & tea ☕
✔️ Premium round-trip transport (Mercedes minivan) 🚐
✔️ Boutique small-group atmosphere & meaningful connections
-----------------------------------## ☘️ Your Itinerary:
🌅 07:00 — Pick-up (St Paul’s Cathedral)
Meet the group and begin the journey.
☕ 07:30 — Break / Stop & Refresh
Petrol station.
🌄 08:00 — Scenic Drive & Lookouts (Black Spur)
Beautiful forest drive with stops at scenic viewpoints.
🍃 09:30 — Arrival + Tea / Snacks
Arrive, settle in, and take in the surroundings.
🥾 09:45 — Enjoyable Hike (10 km | ~180m)
Easy, beginner-friendly trail with scenic views.
🧘 12:30 — Meditation & Grounding
Pause, breathe, and reset in nature.
🍉 13:00 — Picnic & Fresh Fruit Platter
Relaxed lunch and shared moments.
🚣 14:00 — Beginner-Friendly Kayaking (Serene Lake)
Calm water, easy pace, and beautiful scenery.
🧺 16:00 — Pack Up & Group Reset
Wrap up together.
🚐 18:30 — Return to Melbourne (Hamer Hall)
Back to the city, refreshed and recharged
📍 Drop-off: Hammer Hall, Melbourne
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💰 How to Book?
Secure your spot with a $99 transfer:
🔹 PayID: 0414 661 458
🔹 Bank Transfer:
NAME: KARAPETIAN G
BSB: 013233
ACCOUNT: 226325836
Ref: CR
🌟 Limited spots available—RSVP now!
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❗️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! 🌿
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🎒 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!
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📢 Questions? Feel free to DM me anytime! 📩
✨ Let’s make this an adventure to remember
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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/
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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
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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 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!
2 attendees 
🎼HARMONY BRIDGE : Concert I: Ukrainian Voices & Baltic Echoes
Ukrainian Community Centre, 3-11 Russell St, Essendon VIC 3040, Essendon, AU✨ I invite you to a special evening born from silence, harmony, and love for music -
🎶 Music needs no translation — it speaks in the voice of the heart, even when the world falls silent.
In times like these, it feels more important than ever to keep listening — and to truly hear.There is music that sounds beautiful.
And there is music that has lived through history.
A few things to know before concert Harmony Bridge: Ukraine–Australia. With Ukraine in the Heart:
A string quartet is a form where nothing can be hidden — every sound is exposed, every emotion is real. That is why composers entrusted it with their most personal thoughts.
Ukrainian chamber music was often created in difficult times — becoming a way to preserve what could not be spoken aloud.
Some of the melodies you will hear were written over a century ago, yet they still resonate as if they were created today.
A quartet is always a conversation. Between instruments. Between composer and listener. Between past and present.
On 3 May, this conversation will come to life.- 🗓 Sunday, 3 May 2026 – 3:00 PM
⏰ Doors open 2:00 PM
📍 Ukrainian House, 3–11 Russell Street, Essendon VIC 3040 - 🎟️ Tickets: https://www.trybooking.com/DKDFH
- or cash at the doors
TICKETS
$35 – GENERAL ADMISSION
$45 – CONCESSION
STUDENT | PENSIONER | UNEMPLOYEDAll proceeds will support Harmony Bridge: Ukraine–Australia, a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to preserving and promoting Ukrainian music and arts in Australia.
🌿 Music that stays with you long after the final note.
1 attendee- 🗓 Sunday, 3 May 2026 – 3:00 PM
Past events
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