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Walking Mates Australia is a forward walking and forward thinking social group. Ultimately organised to promote positive health/well being and inclusion within our communities.
Our Vision....To walk and connect across Australia.
Our Values....Mateship - Diversity - Inclusion - Positive health & Well being
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Upcoming events
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Bells Rapids, Pilgrims Trail, Mount Mambup loop 11km, with optional falls 12km
Bells Rapids Park, Cathedral Ave, Upper Swan, WA, AUThis is one of our favourites and the Thursday group needs to get some hills in.
We're expecting a moderate day with temperatures between 16°C and 18°C and slight chance of rain during our walk. 😊
This is my equal 2nd favourite hills hike at the moment.
This is an interesting walk that is a little more challenging than our normal walk from Bells to Syds. It takes us along the Swan/Avon following the easy Pilgrim's Track until we just enter Walyunga National Park but from there we head uphill, experiencing 2 steep, short, rutted climbs that will test your stamina but also guaranteed to put a smile on your dial. 😊 We then traverse along the flat ridge heading south and experience stunning views of the Avon Valley and the coastal planes, ending out at the top of Mt. Mambup where we then slowly descend into the Avon Valley again, looping back to Bells Rapids. This very picturesque walk has reasonable forest cover which opens up along the ridge. Plenty of birds, kangaroos and wild flowers season is almost done. There will be water in the Swan/Avon. The brook flowing through the Bells Rapids Park Falls might be flowing so we are likely to see the water cascading over the top.There are no National Park fees coming from this direction.
Afterwards lets go for a coffee and a chat.
MeetUp where: Upper carpark RHS past the toilet block. (Click on the map for the exact pin drop.📍)
Distance: 11+km, elevation gain 351m. The hike should take us about 3 hours at a comfortable pace. The optional Falls will add 1Km or 20 minutes. Add extra time if you're going for the cuppa afterwards.
Difficulty: An easy track at first but then it does involve a decent hill. Note: Please don't come if you can't do the distance & hill, you will make it difficult for all of us.
What to bring: Water, good hiking shoes, poles, hat & sunscreen. Maybe an umbrella?
Toilets: At the beginning/end & the café.
Coffee: Shalom Ladies Boutique Café - I love this place, let's support this charity as they are great people and really look forward to our patronage. They do a great coffee and serve homemade, yummy food. Ask Gareth about their ginger bread. 😋 It is nice to wander through their op-shop afterwards. A short drive away @ 754 Great Northern Hwy, Herne Hill WA 6056. Link here: Shalom Ladies Boutique Café
AllTrails Map: You can look at the walk here: Bells Rapids, Mount Mambup loop with optional falls (12km)RSVP - no shows & late arrivals: If you are on the "Going" list and can't make it on the day please RSVP "Not Going" at the earliest convenience as a courtesy so to allow others to join who might be on the "Waitlist".
We aim to set-off for each walk at the advertised time and as a general rule, we set off on-time for each walk.
IMPORTANT By confirming your attendance attendees agree to "WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY" the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of the Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, even if caused by negligence, in any way connected with Walking Mates Australia.
Attendees further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by their own negligence while a participant on the Event.15 attendees
7.30AM START South Perth, Narrows to Boorloo Bridge loop (10k)
Location not specified yet## Details
**NOTE NEW START TIME 7.30 AM **
Winter is upon us. Mornings are staying a bit darker so time for a bit of a lie in.
A circular route taking in the South Perth and City foreshores between the Narrows and Boorloo bridges.
Where
Meeting near the Boatshed café and restaurant at the end of Coode Street. At the beginning of the jetty.
Parking
Carparks are nearby. Parking is free at the starting time of the morning but you pay for the next hour, ensure you collect a ticket and place it on your car dash.
Distance
10km and about 1hr 45min - 2hrs walking.
Difficulty
An easy paced walk but expect a decent pace and a good distance along paved paths sometimes shared with cyclists, kids and dogs. Kids and dogs are usually well behaved.
What to bring
Water, good walking shoes, hat & sunscreen
Toilets
At Betty’s Jetty and the café.
Café after the walk
Coffee and a snack at the Boatshed. We may need to sit outside if they are busy.
AllTrails Map: Sth Perth Bridge to Bridge loop (10km)
RSVP - no shows & late arrivals: If you are on the "Going" list and can't make it on the day please RSVP "Not Going" at the earliest convenience as a courtesy so as to allow others to join who might be on the "Waitlist".
We aim to set-off for each walk at the advertised time and as a general rule, we set off on-time for each walk.
IMPORTANT
By confirming your attendance attendees agree to "WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY" the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of the Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, even if caused by negligence, in any way connected with Walking Mates Australia.
Attendees further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by their own negligence while a participant on the Event.20 attendees
Fremantle cliff walk incl Garungup Caves, Leighton Battery & WW2 tunnels. (11km)
Freshwater Cafe, 3 Lilla St, Peppermint Grove, Perth, AUMeeting at Freshwaters Bay, Peppermint Grove. Expect alluring views overlooking the Swan River from Mosman Park to North Fremantle along the cliffs. We first visit the Buckland Hill Obelisk and WW2 Leighton Battery & tunnels before making our way to the beautiful Garungup limestone Caves and Burford's Soap Factory Tunnel before returning to the Freshwaters Café for coffee with its views over the Swan River.
Weather forecast is predicted to be cool & cloudy between 16 & 17°C during the walk with a slight chance of light showers.Where: Freshwaters Bay cafe. (Click on map for the exact meeting point)
Parking: Plenty of parking at the meeting point.
Distance: Approx an 11.2km loop. We will be doing a brisk morning walk at around 5.5 to 6km per hour. Approx. 2hrs 45min walking plus coffee at the end of the walk.
Difficulty: Easy walking over footpaths and walkways, with 243m elevation due to a few moderate hills. This is a walk for regulars walkers and is not intended for those still building their pace and stamina or recovering from injury.
What to bring: Water, good walking shoes and a hat. Possibly an umbrella.
Café after the walk: We will share a chat, coffee and bite to eat at Freshwaters Café after the walk.
Toilets: At the café and several places along the walk.
AllTrails Map: Fremantle Cliff Walk (11km)RSVP - no shows & late arrivals: If you are on the "Going" list and can't make it on the day please RSVP "Not Going" at the earliest convenience as a courtesy so to allow others to join who might be on the "Waitlist".
We aim to set-off for each walk at the advertised time and as a general rule, we set off on-time for each walk.
IMPORTANT
By confirming your attendance attendees agree to "WAIVE, DISCHARGE CLAIMS, AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY" the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of the Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any and all liability on account of, or in any way resulting from Injuries and Damages, even if caused by negligence, in any way connected with Walking Mates Australia.
Attendees further agree to HOLD HARMLESS the organisers, co-organisers, event organisers, volunteers and members of Walking Mates Australia Meetup Group from any claims, damages, injuries or losses caused by their own negligence while a participant on the Event.35 attendees
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