T’is the season for orchids
Spring and early summer bring a magical flourish of wild orchids along the spectacular coastal stretches of Deep Creek National Park and Newland Head Conservation
September 11, 2025
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How to Bushwalk in Your 70s & Beyond
Bushwalking is a wonderful way to stay active, connected to nature, and mentally refreshed — and there’s no age limit. In fact, a substantial number
September 11, 2025
Walk with a friend and save $500
The Southern Ocean Walk is more than just one of the most affordable fully guided walks in Australia —it’s an ambassador for family-owned small group tours
May 2, 2025
5 Reasons to walk the Heysen Trail this winter
When people think of coastal walks, they often picture warm summer days. But winter on the Southern Ocean Walk which follows the start and southern
May 1, 2025
Creature feature – the Yellow tailed black cockatoo
Yellow-tailed Black-Cockatoos (Calyptorhynchus funereus) are found across a wide range of Australia, from southeastern Queensland to Tasmania and westward to the Eyre Peninsula in South
April 4, 2025
Walking poles – what’s the point?
A question we often get asked as we set out on our walks is whether walking poles will be needed. There is a simple answer
April 4, 2025
Should our walk be on your bucket list? We take the test.
What makes a walk a bucket list contender? Well, here are the criteria according to A.I. (in blue): A walk becomes a bucket list contender
April 4, 2025
The Short beaked echidna – A Fascinating Egg-Laying Mammal
The short-beaked echidna is one of Australia’s most unique and resilient creatures. As a monotreme—a rare group of egg-laying mammals—it boasts a fascinating blend of
March 1, 2025
Newland Head Conservation Park: A Coastal Wilderness
Nestled on the southern coast of South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula, Newland Head Conservation Park is a stunning natural reserve known for its rugged cliffs, pristine
March 1, 2025
Tips for better smartphone photography on trail
Hiking offers incredible opportunities for nature photography, but choosing the right gear can be tricky. Although smartphones can’t match the image quality of a proper
March 1, 2025