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TechWalking - Networking Event for Tech Professionals
**"TechWalking" - Networking + Walking**
Are you a tech professional looking to network beyond the screen? Look no further than my upcoming #TechWalking event! 💪🏃♀️
Join us for a refreshing walk around the scenic Albert Park Lake. It’s the perfect chance to connect with industry peers while getting in some steps!
I know many of you have been tuning in to my online events, but we've never had the opportunity to meet in person. Let's change that!
Check out the video from the last event: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/0kzu8nGhT1E
We'll kick things off at **10 am sharp** at the Albert Park Fitness Station. Please, don't be late! We're hitting the trail around the lake as soon as we gather. And trust me, you won't want to miss it – unless you're up for a bit of a sprint to catch up! (we're going anti-clockwise)
This event is pet and kid-friendly, as long as your little ones and furry friends can manage a 5 km walk, they're more than welcome to join.
Looking forward to meeting you all in real life!
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Join us for a Live Discussion on Wednesdays at 5.30 pm (AEDT)
Subscribe to YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ITCareerinAustralia
Follow me on LinkedIn for more information: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yana-martens/
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EGF: Euro Games Fest (Melbourne) = Twice Monthly
First & Third Sunday of every month
Time: 10am till 6pm
Venue: 52 Wadham Parade,
Mt Waverley, 3149, Victoria
(Melway 61 E12 (http://www.street-directory.com.au/sd3/map.php?q=52%20wadham%20parade%20mt%20waverley))
* $5.00 entry fee \*
* Tea & Coffee making facilities available \*
* Bring own food \*
* All details of attendees must be given on request \*
* Numbers are strictly limited \*
This is a COVID-safe event and will operate according to all relevant directions of the Chief Health Officer pursuant to the Health and Wellbeing Act Vic. (2008).
What is Euro Games Fest?
EGF Melbourne (http://www.melbournegamers.com/viewtopic.php?f=7) has been running for many years, almost 10 years here. We pride ourselves as a full day outing for any gamers wishing to find others who enjoy their passion. Whilst the name suggests Euro games, our play is not restricted to this genre with many wargamers, ameritrash fans, role players and others regularly attending.
Do I need to bring my own games ?
The club has a collection of games including titles such as 7 Wonders, Alhambra, Ra, Puerto Rico, El Grande, Wars of the Roses, Medici, Settlers of Catan, Looping Louie, Tichu, No Merci, Antike, I'm the Boss, Acquire, Terra Nova, Oltre Mare, Wrott & Swindlers, Bluff, Cash & Guns, Drunter & Druber, Undercover, Stone Age, Amun Re, Cleopatra & the Society of Architects, Power Grid, Ticket to Ride: Europe, Ticket to Ride: USA, Ticket to Ride: Marklin, Russian Railroads, Mombasa, Machi Koro, Castles of Burgundy, Bruges, Bora Bora, Trajan, Trans Europa, Trans America, Ysphan, Bombay, Kingdom Builder, Dominion, Hey That's my fish. Bring your own games or join in others.
But I don't know any Eurogames !
Most games include someone who has not played the game before, so there is always someone new at the table for every game.
Who's coming ?
We hope that's you !
How to get there !
Plenty of parking available on site, obey the parking signs.
150m from Mt Waverley Railway station.
Can I bring my own food and drink ?
Yes, or purchase nearby.
NEW! Stranger Soccer 5-a-side match at Monash University
Hey, mates! We'll be having a 5-a-side match **at Monash University on Sunday, 1 February, from 10:30 to 11:30 am.**
To join us, download the Stranger Soccer app and register for free. If this is your first time playing with us, use the code **WELCOME** to book your first game for free!
Book your slot now and get involved!
Dungeons and Dragons 5e *Beginners Night in Southbank Saturday
D&D5e: Heroic Fantasy role play.
**New Updates**:
**After Game Dinns.** We start packing up around 8:25 to grab dinner from a nearby restaurant around 8:30pm.
Donations. We are now taking donations, QR codes to our Ko-Fi will be around.
Looking for another GM (know someone? message me)
We run 1-3 tables of DnD one-shots. Jope (organizer) is often running, and will take the newest people.
**What to Expect:**
3-hour sessions filled with roleplay and problem-solving with your party
Dice and character sheets ready for you to jump straight in
An Organiser to message new people about the event. WARNING: failing to respond to this message in a timely manner will get you removed from the RSVP list. I recommend you check your messages.
**What to Bring:**
-Yourself
-Snacks to share, dice, and other accessories are appreciated but not necessary
**2 Strike Policy**
Late-leavers: attendees who cancel within 24 hours of the event.
No-shows: attendees who mark themselves as “going” but don’t turn up.
Someone who does either of these once will be forgiven but flagged.
On a second offence, they will be removed.
Long-time regulars will be afforded some leniency.
Legitimate reasons will be considered for leniency.
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Melbourne Walk and Shoot Photography Exhibition 2026 (Confirmed)
To help ensure we operate in a safe and inclusive manner we ask all members and guests to abide by the following guidelines
[https://docs.google.com/document/d/11Tlklt2nqT-B8RnDaxvmZv8vsGXy3w8rVpiArNf_-f8/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/11Tlklt2nqT-B8RnDaxvmZv8vsGXy3w8rVpiArNf_-f8/edit?usp=sharing)
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**UPDATE - INFORMATION ON HANGING YOUR IMAGES ON 31 JAN**
*Please bring your images and labels to the venue at Art Lark 325 Koornang Road, Carnegie on Saturday 31 January from 1pm to 3pm. Once you hang them you are free to leave. I will be there to help out and we will provide you with magnets to put your images up.*
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**All members are invited to the exhibition!!**
*All members are welcome to come along to support those who have participate. If you plan to come along to see this exhibition, please RSVP as I am planning to get some light snacks for the event.*
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**SCHEDULE**
**31 January 2026 (Time to hang your images)**
**Time:** 1pm to 3pm
**Venue**: Art Lark 325 Koornang Road, Carnegie
**What to do**: Bring your printed images to the venue and hang them on the wall. Magnets will be provided to you at the venue and you can leave after hanging your prints.
**1 February 2026 (The day of the Exhibition)**
3.00pm: Exhibition opens. Enjoy the exhibition, chat with members and participants, share stories about the images, enjoy the light snacks.
4.00pm: Welcome and introduction about the exhibition
4.30pm: Continue to enjoy the exhibition
6.00pm: Exhibition ends (participants to please remove the prints)
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**Big News, MW&S Friends!**
We’re so excited to announce our first photography exhibition in over 8 years! 🎉 It’ll showcase amazing images taken during our 2024 & 2025 group events.
*The main aim of this exhibition is for our members to showcase images taken at our events. Following some enquiries from a few members, and given you are highly skilled photographers, I am adding an **Open Section** for those who already have at least one image of shots taken at our events. See below for details on the Open Section.*
**🗓️ Exhibition Details**
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✨ **How to Participate**
We need at least 40 prints to make it happen!
· Applications open: 15 Nov 2025
· Applications close: **15 January 2026**
· Entry fees: A4 $10 \| A3 $15
· Members only — images must be from MW&S events (2024–2025)
· ***Please print your images and accompanying information for each image. We will definitely go ahead with this event.***
· Prints must not be framed.
· You may print your images at home, Officeworks, or via a professional printer (borders allowed).
· Hang your own prints on 31 January 2026 (1pm to 3pm). **Just bring your prints to the venue and we will have magnets for you to put them up. No need to use blu tack anymore.**
· Label each image with photographer’s name, title, and a brief description (100mm x 200mm).
**Open Section**
* To be eligible to enter in the Open Section, you must have at least one image taken at our MWS events in 2024-2025.
* Images in the Open Section can be taken in your personal time and place outside the MWS events. They could be images that are your personal favourites.
* "How to participate" applies to this section.
* Add "Open Section" on your label for these images.
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📬 **How to Apply**
Email me and include:
1️ Your full name
2️ Your email address
3️ The number of images you’d like to submit *(email only when you are ready to pay to participate in this exhibition).*
💌 **Email address**: rowantan28@gmail.com
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**💰 Payment Details**
**Account Name**: Rowan Tan
**Bank**:
**BSB**:
**Account Number**:
(Include your full name + “MW&S Exhibition” in the reference) **\*Important\* Refunds apply only if the exhibition is cancelled.**
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**🌟 Extra Info**
· All proceeds help cover event costs (plus prize and light refreshments 🧁)
· The People’s Choice image wins a special prize 🏆 – don’t forget to vote at the event.
· Surplus funds go toward next year’s Meetup subscription
Let’s make this a fun, creative, and memorable event together! If you don't usually process your images with Lightroom or have taken your images with your phone, don't let these hold you back from participating. 🙌 We can’t wait to see your photos on display!
Thanks Catherine for helping me put these words together.
Rowan
Beginners/Intermediate Social Tennis Sundays @ Albert Park (3:00-6:00pm
## Details
**Details:**
Beginner/Intermediate level social tennis session. Run by the Albert Park Tennis and Hockey Centre
Cost: $22 per person (EFT payment) for 2 hours of tennis. Free for members. Please check into the hut prior to joining a court.
This session is designed for all levels of players, for the opportunity to meet other players, improve their tennis skills, and have enjoy some friendly, competitive tennis matches.
This is the perfect time to test your in-game skills without having to enter a proper competition. Tennis balls are provided. Please try and bring your own racquet if possible.
**Rules:**
* Team up with another player to form a doubles team. Doubles only games.
* 2 teams (a group of 4 players), play a **best of 8 games**.'
* Each person serves twice
* Deuce = one point only, ie. Sudden death point.
* The receivers can choose which player on their team receives.
* If the score is 4-4, both teams play a singular 'golden point' to determine the winner..
**Rotation:**
* Winners remain on the same court. Losers move to the next court up
* Court 1 onto Court 2 onto Court 3 etc..
Meet your next Bestie (WOMEN ONLY) - Personality matched
**A new one-on-one, personality-based connection experience**
Created specifically for women who want to build **genuine friendships**, not just exchange small talk.
***Check out [Our Website](https://we-belong.com.au/ "https://we-belong.com.au/")***
As adults, making new friends isn’t easy.
You might meet people, but it rarely goes deeper. Conversations stay surface-level, and meaningful connections feel hard to come by.
This experience is designed to change that, by matching you with women you’re **genuinely** **compatible** with, based on personality and communication style.
**What to Expect**
This is **not** speed networking.
And it’s not a big, overwhelming group mixer.
It’s a curated, one-on-one experience where you’ll meet a small number of women who’ve been thoughtfully matched to you based on personality and vibe.
You can expect:
* A cosy, comfortable venue
* A gently hosted structure so you’re never left feeling awkward or unsure
* A series of guided one-on-one conversations
* A relaxed, welcoming atmosphere where you can be yourself
It’s about friendship, connection, and finding women you naturally click with.
Each conversation is designed to feel easy and natural, because the matching is done with compatibility in mind.
(We cross-post on multiple platforms, so events are usually full.)
**Before the Event**
You’ll receive a **short personality test (you only need to take the test once)**.
It takes only a few minutes but helps us understand your communication style, energy, and compatibility factors.
This is how we curate meaningful one-on-one pairings for the event.
### **Event Agenda**
**2:50 PM**
Arrive early for quick check-in
**3:00 – 3:15pm**
Get drinks & mingle
**3:15 – 4:15pm**
Round 1 & Round 2 conversations
**4:15 – 4:30pm**
Break + refresh your drinks
**4:30 – 5:00pm**
Round 3
**5:00pm**
Event wraps up
**Come Join Us**
If you’re craving deeper conversations, meaningful friendships, and meeting women who truly *get* you — this experience is for you.
A warm, intentional space created for connection, ease, and real conversation — whether it leads to a new best friend, a deeper social circle, or simply a genuinely lovely afternoon.
***Check out [Our Website](https://we-belong.com.au/ "https://we-belong.com.au/")***
**RSVP now — spots are kept limited to ensure quality one-on-one time.**
🌿Panoramic LAKE EiLDON: Day trip: Hike🥾, Kayaks🛶, Meditation🏕, Lookouts
* 🌏 **MELBOURNE → LAKE EILDON**🏙️
* 📅 **SUN 1 FEB, DAY TRIP ☀️**
* ***Where calm meets adventure*** 🌿🚶♂️🛶
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* 🌿 **JOIN US FOR A NATURE-FILLED ESCAPE!** 🌿
Step into the picture-perfect beauty of the outdoors as we **hike** through a network of peaceful trails, surrounded by native bushland and the friendly company of kangaroos, wombats, and a chorus of colourful birds.
🏞️ **We’ll journey to stunning Lake Eildon** for a relaxing day of **kayaking** across its sparkling waters, followed by a fresh fruit platter and a lakeside picnic to soak up the serenity.
🌄 **Breathe in the views** from scenic lookouts on short, rewarding treks that offer breathtaking panoramas over Lake Eildon and its peaceful valleys.
🌟 **Meditation** \- ground & breathe\, the perfect way to feel balanced after a day of adventure\!
✨ Whether you're a nature lover or just in need of a soul-refreshing getaway, this trip promises connection, discovery, and retreat.
Let’s explore, unwind, and make memories **together**.
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**🎒 What’s Included?** *(All-Inclusive for $99!)*
✅ Round-trip **transport** in a comfortable **MERCEDES minivan** 🚐
✅ Guided **9 km hike** with an elevation gain of 180m 🥾 + gears
✅ **Kayaks** + all gears
✅ Unlimited **snacks, soft drinks, coffee & tea** ☕
✅ **Fruit platter** 🍫
✅ **Meditation** & grounding 🧘
✅ **Picnic** \- with great company
✅ Visit **stunning scenic lookouts** 🌄🦘
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### 🌿 **Here’s the Plan for the Day -**
🌅 **07:00** – Meet at **St Paul’s Cathedral**, Flinders Street
🌲 **08:00** – Short break to stretch and refresh
☕ **09:00** – Morning coffee, tea & snacks (included)
🥾 **09:15** – Begin a 9 km **forest hike** (180 m elevation)
🍽️ **12:30** – **Picnic lunch** (BYO welcome) with unlimited drinks, snacks & a fresh **fruit platter**
🛶 **13:30** – **Kayaking** across sparkling waters (beginner-friendly)
🌟 **15:30** – **Meditation** \- ground & breathe
🌄 **16:30** – Visit to a scenic **lookout point**
🏙️ **18:30** – Return to Melbourne with a head full of stories and a camera full of memories
* 📍 Drop-off: Hammer Hall, Melbourne
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**💰 How to Book?**
Secure your spot with a **$99 transfer**
**Please note:** An RSVP alone does not secure your spot — only a transfer confirms your place on the trip. Thanks for understanding!
🔹 **PayID:** 0414 661 458
🔹 **Bank Transfer:**
**NAME:** KARAPETIAN G
**BSB:** 013233
**ACCOUNT:** 226325836
**Ref:** Wa
🌟 **Limited spots available—RSVP now!**
S*pots are only confirmed once payment is received !!!*
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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](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/)
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Credited or refunded only if the event is canceled/moved. Non-refundable in any other cases
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**\*\*\**We Hike, We Kayak, We Explore***\*.\***\*\*\***
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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.
* Thanks
Dandenong - Melbourne Social Hike: Meet Mingle & Adventure
👉🏻 [GET YOUR TICKET (CLICK HERE)](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1980440527931?aff=oddtdtcreator) 👈🏻
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**🗓️ Date:** Sunday, 01 February 2026
📍 **Location:** Dandnong (Approximately 50 minutes from Melbourne CBD on Sundays)
**🚙 Need a lift?** [Tap here - To see the carpool drivers and organise your ride](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IJacK2V6rIAFA1vpfAFuUmkDCip-hI02tw-qNu82qSQ/edit?usp=drivesdk "https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1IJacK2V6rIAFA1vpfAFuUmkDCip-hI02tw-qNu82qSQ/edit?usp=drivesdk").
📏 **Hike Distance:** Around 15 km total.
🔗 **Trail Map:** [Dandenong](https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/australia/victoria/dandenong-ranges-loop?sh=gu0gil&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality "https://www.alltrails.com/en-gb/trail/australia/victoria/dandenong-ranges-loop?sh=gu0gil&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality")
🕙 **Start Time:** 2:45 AM. Please arrive at the hike/parking location (shared via the private Instagram group chat). This allows time for a quick ice breaker and, if available, a toilet break at the car park before we set off. The hike will begin promptly at 3:00 PM.
🕔 **End Time:** 7:30 PM.
🚶♂️ **Pace/Difficulty:** Friendly and social / Easy.
⌛️ **Average Hike Duration:** 4–6 hours, depending on the group’s pace + including breaks to admire nature and a lunch break along the trail.
💬 **Community Chat Access:** You'll be added to our private Instagram group chat after booking! This is where we share final hike details, updates, and a fun space to connect before and after the hike.
👉 To make it easy for us to add you, please follow us on Instagram [@wildseekvic](https://www.instagram.com/wildseekvic/?igsh=NHBmMmptZDJ2bDJ6&utm_source=qr "https://www.instagram.com/wildseekvic/?igsh=NHBmMmptZDJ2bDJ6&utm_source=qr") prior booking.
**Important Note**
For this hike, we recommend that all participants download the **AllTrails app** before the event. This will help you:
* View the trail map in advance
* Track your progress during the hike
* Stay on course in case you get separated from the group
Having AllTrails ensures everyone can enjoy the hike safely and confidently.
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Looking to meet new people, explore nature, and have a good laugh along the way?
This is your perfect Sunday plan! 🎉
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Melbourne Social Hike. A welcoming day out where the focus is all about fun, friendships, and fresh air. Whether you come solo or bring a mate, you’ll leave with new connections and memories!
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🚙 **Carpooling Makes It Happen**
Wilderness Seekers Victoria runs on community spirit and carpooling is a big part of that. Every seat offered means another hiker can join the adventure. Less cars, easier logistics, more fun together.
Carpooling is a great way to start the day by meet new people, share a few laughs, and arrive at the trail together. Drivers, your contribution makes a huge difference, and passengers, your gratitude keeps it all running smoothly. It’s simple, social, and one of the best parts of the Wilderness Seekers Victoria experience. 🚗🌿
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👉 **Carpool Driver information**
If you’ve got spare seats and don’t mind some company, offering a lift is one of the best ways to kick off the day 🚙💨. It makes the trip more fun, helps out fellow hikers who don’t have a car, and is an easy way to make a few friends before we even hit the trail. Plus, fewer cars means less parking stress and a smoother start for everyone.
For passengers, it’s the easiest way to get to the trail, meet new people and enjoy the ride together instead of travelling alone. In our Wilderness Seekers Victoria community, many people are more than happy to help out those without cars it’s part of what makes these days feel so welcoming and connected.
✨ Best practice: Passengers should try to secure transportation before purchasing a ticket to avoid any last-minute stress.
**Important Carpooling Note**
Drivers and passengers should stick with the arrangements they make. We **do not recommend swapping drivers or cars**after you’ve agreed on a ride. If you do decide to change, please make sure **all parties are clearly informed and agree** to avoid confusion.
If a driver forgets, gets mixed up, or doesn’t pick you up, Wilderness Seekers Victoria (and your driver) are **not liable** for any inconvenience caused. For this reason, it is best to keep things simple with the driver you first arranged with.
In the transport chat, drivers will share their preferred pick-up locations often major CBD train stations like Parliament, Richmond, South Yarra, Southern Cross, or North Melbourne.
For this hike, **the nearest station to the trail are** [Mernda ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/63B9Mu6DZeJXdkL4A "https://maps.app.goo.gl/63B9Mu6DZeJXdkL4A")or [Hurstbride ](https://maps.app.goo.gl/g6hs2T9Jotv3Jg6E6 "https://maps.app.goo.gl/g6hs2T9Jotv3Jg6E6")though drivers may choose whichever spot is most convenient for them. Passengers can then join from those locations.
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**🤩 Why Join?**
🌟 Make new friends in a super easy, zero pressure way
🌟 Enjoy nature and fresh air with great company
🌟 Friendly vibes full of laughs, chats and good times guaranteed
🌟 Your next hiking buddy might just become your next uni mate, housemate or travel buddy!
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🎟️ **Tickets:**
**All tickets are $20 per person.**
This helps cover:
* Public liability insurance
* A $2.40 contribution per ticket directly to Parks Victoria
* Experienced guides with a tour operator license who know the trails well
* First aid kit and safety equipment for the group
🚗 **Carpoolers Discount**
If you’re driving and offer seats to passengers, your ticket is only **$5** 🙌.
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**🥾 What to Bring:**
👟 Comfy hiking shoes
💧 2–3L of water
🥪 Snacks/lunch
☀️ Sun protection (hat, sunnies, sunscreen)
🦟 Bug spray (always a good idea)
🎒 Optional: hiking poles, wet weather gear/raincoat
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📌 **How It Works:**
After purchasing your ticket, you’ll receive a link to our private Instagram group chat.
All final details will be shared there: Hike route, meet-up location, and any last-minute updates.
Friendly pace, friendly faces! This hike is intentionally slow–medium so everyone can enjoy and chat along the way.
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**Why Join Us?**
🌱 Make new friends in a relaxed, casual way.
🌱 Enjoy nature while meeting people your age.
🌱 No pressure, just good vibes and real connections.
🌱 You never know. Today’s hiking buddy could be tomorrow’s uni mate, flatmate, or travel buddy!
🌱 Your safety is our priority. Equipped with a first aid kit on hand.
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🍽️ **Food Arrangement**
After our hike, we love keeping the good vibes rolling with a meal together. We’ll suggest a café or restaurant that’s usually on the way back toward the city so it’s easy for everyone and avoids extra driving.
It’s always a highlight of the day swapping stories from the trail, sharing laughs, and getting to know your fellow hikers even better over some good food.
Joining is optional, but most people stick around because it’s such a fun way to finish the adventure. Everyone just covers their own meal, and we’ll confirm the spot in the Instagram group chat on the day.
When booking, you’ll be asked if you’d like to join: Yes / No / Not Sure. The organisers will confirm the restaurant or bar on the day, based on feedback.
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**⚠️ Important:**
Must be 18+ years old to attend.
Hike at your own risk. You are responsible for your own safety and belongings.
Respectful, kind behaviour is a must. We are a positive and welcoming community.
Zero tolerance for any unwelcome behaviour. We’re here to have fun, together!
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**📜 Liability & Waiver**
By joining this hike, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary and at your own risk.
Wilderness Seekers Victoria is not liable for accidents, injuries, illnesses, theft, or transport-related issues.
🚑 If you have previous injuries, medical conditions, or health concerns, discuss with the organiser before purchasing your ticket.
Transport/carpooling is a community initiative only, not a service.
👉 Please make sure to read our [Terms & Conditions (click here)](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tUzOL94hk5Uk5c7FOjiPRHXZz--5H9p5/view?usp=share_link "https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tUzOL94hk5Uk5c7FOjiPRHXZz--5H9p5/view?usp=share_link") before purchasing your ticket.
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**Refund Policy:**
Tickets are non-refundable unless the hike is cancelled or rescheduled.
Tickets cannot be transferred to other hike unless agreed with the organisers.
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**🌧 Rain Policy**
If the forecast shows over 15 mm in 6 hours or 20+ mm during the day, we may postpone or adjust the hike to keep things safe and enjoyable. Slippery trails, flooding, and poor visibility are no fun or safe.
We’ll also reschedule for thunderstorms or if trails are still soaked from heavy rain the days before.
Light rain (under 5 mm/hour) is usually fine. We’ll check each hike case-by-case. Safety first 🌿
If it changes and gets heavier, we’ll reschedule for the following Saturday, 01 Match 2026 instead.
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**🌿 About Wilderness Seekers Victoria:**
Wilderness Seekers Victoria was founded in 2023 with a simple mission: to bring people together through the beauty of nature.
Since then, we’ve completed over 45 incredible hikes across Victoria, From coastal trails to mountain summits, we have explored the diverse landscapes Victoria has to offer, fostering connection, adventure, and a deep apreciation for the wild. 🥾🌿
We're excited to announce that fortnightly hikes have officially become part of our schedule! 🚀 Every two weeks, we'll be exploring new locations, creating more opportunities for you to connect, adventure, and be part of a growing, supportive community.
Whether you're an experienced hiker or just getting into the outdoors, Wilderness Seekers Victoria is a place where everyone is welcome. Come for the adventure, stay for the friendships. 🤝✨
👉 Follow us on Instagram for updates and upcoming hikes: [@wildseekvic](https://www.instagram.com/wildseekvic/?igsh=NHBmMmptZDJ2bDJ6&utm_source=qr "https://www.instagram.com/wildseekvic/?igsh=NHBmMmptZDJ2bDJ6&utm_source=qr")
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**💸 Where Your Contribution Goes:**
Advertising and outreach – helping us bring in new people on every event.
$2.40 per person – paid directly to Parks Victoria as part of the per-day use fee.
Public liability insurance – so we’re covered for safety and compliance.
First aid kit supplies – keeping our hikes safe and prepared.
Tour Operator Licence.
Every ticket makes it possible to cover the essentials and keep creating safe, social, and welcoming outdoor adventures. 🌿
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**📞 Organiser Contact:**
We highly encourage you to text our organiser team before purchasing your ticket if you have any concerns about transport:
Jacob 📱 [0404 870 123]() l Sebas 📱 [0435 993 237]()
🥳 Ready to make friends, explore Melbourne’s beautiful nature, and have a blast?
Spots are limited, so grab your ticket now and let's hike, laugh and connect! 🌿🎉
February ice cream and catch-up
Come and catch up at Fluffy Torpedo in Fitzroy (they give 50% of profits to effective international charities). Talk malaria, vitamin deficiencies, fistula repair and discuss which are the most effective ways to do good in this world.
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Connect with your local Content Strategy community
Cafe Istanbul-Easton
Let’s meetup at Cafe Istanbul for the last day of Restaurant Week. You get three courses for $30.
This is the menu:
https://614now.com/rw-menu/cafeistanbul-easton
Contra dance with Big Scioty on Feb. 7 - First Congregational Church
**Caller: Dan Kappus**
**Band: Trillium**
**Big Scioty Contra Dance**
**temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215**
WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing!
Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor.
Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner.
Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot.
For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/)
Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!
Contra dance Feb. 21 (First Unitarian Universalist Church) note new time!
# **Band: Old Possum's Menagerie; Caller: Richard Ades**
Beginner lesson at 1:30, regular dancing begins at 2:00 pm
NOTE THAT WE ARE TEMPORARILY DANCING IN THE AFTERNOON INSTEAD OF EVENING. Dance with us in the afternoon then you can still go out in the evening!
**Sponsor: All Soles Contra and Square Dancing, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus OH 43214**
WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing!
Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor.
Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 1:30 - 2:00, followed by dancing 2:00 - 430. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner.
Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot.
Please bring your own refillable water bottle.
Shut Up & Write!® Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator.
Join us on Sunday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking!
• What we'll do
Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at noon on Sundays.
Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done.
SCHEDULE:
12:00 - quick intros.
12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour.
1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing.
OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing.
BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you!
• What to bring
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible.
See you at The Café on Sunday!
Trails & Valentines! Quarry Trails Metro Park / Johnnie's Tavern
***(She loves me!)* A Brief History of Quarry Trails**
[Quarry Trails Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/quarry-trails/) traces its origins to a vast limestone quarry operated by the Marble Cliff Quarry Company starting in the early 20th century. The site, located along the Scioto River west of downtown, supplied crushed stone for local construction projects and roads throughout central Ohio. Operations peaked mid-century, with massive excavation creating deep pits and steep cliffs that reshaped the landscape. By the 1980s, demand declined, and the southern section of the quarry closed (with the northern section of the quarry remaining in operation to this day by a separate company), leaving behind scarred terrain and abandoned equipment. Environmental concerns arose as the area became a dumping ground and off-road playground for locals. Columbus Metro Parks began eyeing the property in the 1990s for potential reclamation into public green space.
In 2015, Metro Parks acquired the initial 180 acres from the quarry's owners, marking a pivotal step toward transformation. Thrive Companies, a local developer, partnered in the deal to build adjacent housing while funding park improvements. Cleanup efforts removed tons of debris, stabilized cliffs, and addressed water quality in the flooded quarries. Planners envisioned a mix of adventure and preservation, incorporating the site's industrial remnants as features. Community input from nearby Grandview Heights and Hilliard residents shaped early designs. The project gained momentum with state and federal grants supporting habitat restoration.
The park officially opened its first phase in November 2021, featuring 3.5 miles of trails, a waterfall overlook, and climbing walls on the quarry faces. Visitors quickly embraced the unique terrain, with mountain biking loops and a 25-foot waterfall drawing crowds from across the metro area. Metro Parks added a canoe/kayak launch on the Scioto River, connecting to the city's broader trail network. Dog parks and picnic areas rounded out the amenities, making it a year-round destination. Expansion continued with land acquisitions pushing the total toward 600 acres. By 2023, the park hosted events like guided hikes and birdwatching tours.
Ongoing development includes a planned adventure center with zip lines and more extensive single-track trails set for completion in the coming years. Metro Parks collaborates with conservation groups to plant native species and monitor wildlife returning to the reclaimed quarries. The site now serves as an educational hub, with interpretive signs explaining its quarrying past and ecological recovery. Local schools incorporate field trips to study geology and restoration science. Quarry Trails exemplifies Columbus's shift from industrial reuse to innovative urban parks. It stands as the newest addition to the Metro Parks system, complementing favorites like Scioto Audubon and Highbanks.
Today, Quarry Trails continues evolving, with future phases adding connections to the Olentangy Trail and more water access points. Annual visitor numbers have surged, boosting nearby businesses in the evolving west side neighborhoods. The park's success has inspired similar reclamation projects elsewhere in the region. It highlights how Columbus balances growth with green space preservation. Residents enjoy a one-of-a-kind spot that honors the area's gritty history while offering modern recreation. Quarry Trails remains a testament to community vision and adaptive reuse in our city.
***(She loves me not.)* A Briefer History of Valentine's Day**
The origins of Valentine's Day trace back to ancient Rome and the festival of Lupercalia, celebrated in mid-February to honor fertility and purification rites. During this raucous event, young men drew names of women from a box in a matchmaking lottery, often leading to pairings or marriages. By the late 5th century, Pope Gelasius I officially replaced Lupercalia with St. Valentine's Day on February 14 to Christianize the pagan holiday. Although several early Christian martyrs were named Valentine, the most commonly associated figure is a 3rd-century Roman priest who secretly married couples against Emperor Claudius II's ban on young men marrying, believing single soldiers fought better. Legend claims Valentine was imprisoned and later executed on February 14, around 269–270 AD.
The romantic associations with Valentine's Day emerged much later, during the Middle Ages. The pivotal moment came in the late 14th century when Geoffrey Chaucer, in his poem "Parlement of Foules" (c. 1381), linked St. Valentine's Day with courtship, writing that birds chose their mates on this date. This literary connection spread rapidly among the English and French nobility, transforming the saint's feast day into a celebration of romantic love. By the 15th century, lovers began exchanging handwritten notes called "valentines," often containing verses or simple declarations of affection.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, Valentine's Day became increasingly commercialized, especially in England and later the United States. The introduction of printed valentines in the 1840s, pioneered by Esther Howland in America, turned personal notes into mass-produced cards adorned with lace, ribbons, and Cupid imagery. Factories began producing elaborate cards, and the tradition of giving flowers (especially roses), chocolates, and jewelry took hold during the Victorian era.
Today, February 14 is one of the most widely celebrated secular holidays worldwide, generating billions in spending on cards, candy, flowers, and romantic dinners. While still officially the feast day of Saint Valentine in some Christian traditions, the modern version has largely shed its religious roots in favor of universal expressions of love and friendship. From ancient fertility rites to global commercial phenomenon, Valentine's Day has evolved dramatically over two millennia while retaining its core focus on human connection.
***(She loves me!)* Map of the Park**
Here is a [Map of Quarry Trails](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Quarry-Trails_JUNE-2025_1980px-Web.jpg).
***(She loves me not.)* Summary**
For this hike, we'll do a loop of the park. This will be about four miles. Now, this won't be one of our longer hikes. However, in my experience, Quarry Trails tends to wear people out more quickly than other parks. I suspect this is because most of the trails are either paved or heavily graveled (no surprise at a park which abuts an active stone quarry), with some elevation changes along the way.
***(She loves me!)* Where We'll Meet**
Quarry Trails has multiple entrances, but none of them are connected internally within the park. So you must drive to the correct one for this event.
Set your GPS to [2319 Quarry Trails Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026](https://www.google.com/maps/place/2319+Quarry+Trails+Dr,+Hilliard,+OH+43026/@39.9998462,-83.0873077,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883891dd76f5eedf:0xf1cb9d34c1069580!8m2!3d39.9997868!4d-83.0872621!16s%2Fg%2F11y17k0ms5?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D), or use the map pin I've provided here. Do not just type "Quarry Trails" into Google Maps and expect it to take you to the correct place. It probably won't.
We will meet in the parking lot of the Lake Area. The best entrance to this parking lot will be your first left off of Quarry Trails Dr after Gunnison Dr (which will be on your right). I recommend taking a few minutes and looking at Maps before you head out to make sure you know where you're going.
***(So walk with me...)* Restrooms and Water Fountains**
There are a few port-a-potties sprinkled throughout the park (including two at the parking lot we'll be meeting at), and the Park Office, roughly in the center of the park and which we'll pass twice on this hike, has restrooms and a water fountain. This is the only water fountain, though, at Quarry Trails.
***(At Trails Quarry!*)** **After the Hike**
Afterward, we'll head over to [Johnnie's Tavern](https://johnniestavern614.com/) for [drinks](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Johnnie's+Tavern/@39.993202,-83.0903169,3a,75y,90t/data=!3m8!1e2!3m6!1sCIABIhAulLarLYZC3hY_vRGwoakV!2e10!3e12!6shttps:%2F%2Flh3.googleusercontent.com%2Fgps-cs-s%2FAG0ilSzkwnMN29-lrgzp50Rzeaq5jXCGM1xLS1poH0Mc52-E9NYBvdS99ei7zGmlAYJZyk8OeNW5YvS7agj8M2Bom4ri1m_-NcJiT-LQUDphkS-SB5Vq8JhO-8NSP-_m80HeLz4-pGhjrwhuBKSv%3Dw146-h195-k-no!7i4284!8i5712!4m7!3m6!1s0x883891c4d61ba04d:0x5134f225cbf678bf!8m2!3d39.9932439!4d-83.0902078!10e9!16s%2Fg%2F11c1p57s3t?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) and [food](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Johnnie's+Tavern/@39.993202,-83.0903169,3a,75y,90t/data=!3m8!1e2!3m6!1sCIABIhB5lD4Uly_4O9BjNH4r3ywB!2e10!3e12!6shttps:%2F%2Flh3.googleusercontent.com%2Fgps-cs-s%2FAG0ilSy7tQcc7CtCeuUAKwEVJoxtOs8Ycohjy3mGZZOC_kJVdB8wEaGuC4-p5z_jxn2JnpmSEkh_HG7Aok_ZPEgmK57rEBqNIPH8J5tiyAP5vbrRYkUso_fKTkW5vJc47UusNoGiRzs2Vf0m1JcV%3Dw146-h195-k-no!7i4284!8i5712!4m7!3m6!1s0x883891c4d61ba04d:0x5134f225cbf678bf!8m2!3d39.9932439!4d-83.0902078!10e9!16s%2Fg%2F11c1p57s3t?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). Its actual address is [3503 Trabue Rd, Columbus, OH 43204](https://www.google.com/maps/place/3503+Trabue+Rd,+Columbus,+OH+43204/@39.9932491,-83.090227,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883891c4d6199677:0x1fda03b0add81e7c!8m2!3d39.9932491!4d-83.090227!16s%2Fg%2F11c14yf3m6?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D), and it's only about a five minute drive from where we'll be parked at Quarry Trails. We should be at the tavern by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to meet us for drinks.
First Fridays - Happy Hour
Join the Columbus Ski Club for a First Friday Happy Hour!
If you're new in town or just looking to socialize, this is the event for you.
Connect with fellow sports enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers while sharing travel stories and tips for the best ski slopes or hiking trails.
Contact: Herb Beidel, 614 -619-7808
[Dec_2025_CSC_Track Newsletter.pdf]()
CSC Membership not required for happy hour!


























