Enduro Biking Melbourne

Diggers Rest to Organ Pipes NP and Caroline Springs to City

**Sunday ride with an easy tailwind** This is a bike ride of about **60km** from northwest of Melbourne back to the City on a mix of roads and paths. **Meet**: Catch the 10:14 train from Town Hall Station (Sunbury line) to Diggers Rest (arr 10:59). Please allow extra time to be early as it takes a few minutes to walk through from Flinders Street Station or via two lifts from the Collins St entrance. We'll be in the last carriage should you get on elsewhere on the line *Check PTV outages for your own line to town if applicable.* Werribee, Williamstown & Sandringham lines will have bus replacements. [https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/disruptions/disruptions-information](https://www.ptv.vic.gov.au/disruptions/disruptions-information) **Forecast:** Melbourne area - 15°C Partly cloudy. Light - medium chance of a shower (0-1mm). Light winds becoming north to northwesterly 15 to 20 km/h during the morning. Check this link closer to the day for a more detailed forecast: https://reg.bom.gov.au/places/vic/caroline-springs/forecast/detailed/#d2026-07-26 Starting at Diggers Rest, we cycle to Organ Pipes national park (includes a walk down to the "pipes" so bring a bike lock and shoes you can walk in) then it's not far to ride to Watergardens shopping centre for our lunch. We depart Watergardens to Caroline Springs via bike paths and wind our way back to town along the picturesque Kororoit Ck path to Federation Trail, Footscray Rd bike path and so on. Should you need to leave the ride early then we will pass near Sunshine station which could save you an hour or so. **Pace**: 22-25 kmh typically. Slower where appropriate. **Route Map and GPX files**: [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/8766939](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/8766939) \* \*\* \*Includes 1km on Calder Fwy emergency lane. \*\* Route may vary on the day. **Bike to bring**: Most bikes will be okay but heavy MTBs may struggle with the distance. Please check your bike before the day and especially the tyres and leave any panniers at home as they'll likely make you and us too slow. **Bring**: -Myki, water, spray jacket, bike lock, snacks & energy bars, spare tube and any tools -Your phone with my number -Bring bike shoes you can walk in and a small bike-lock We'll walk about 250 metres down the hill at the national park and the lock will also come in handy at Watergardens Plaza where we'll have our lunch although someone (probably me) will stay to keep an eye on them at all times. **Contact**: Neil Griffiths - 0419 560 409 (save in your contacts, thks) **Photo**: Organ Pipes National Park (June '15) "All riders are riding at their own risk and Melbourne Cycling does not take any responsibility for any injuries or accidents you may have on any of our rides"

❄️Snowy Mt BAW BAW : Day trip: Snow❄ Hike + SOUP, MEDITATION, FARM SHOP

* 🌏 **MELBOURNE → MT BAW BAW** 🏞️ national park * 📅 **SUN 2 AUG, DAY TRIP ☀️** * 🏔️ *Your One-Day Alpine Story Awaits*✨ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ❄️Escape the city and step into the snowy beauty of **Mt Baw Baw National Park** — a winter day filled with alpine air, peaceful trails, mountain views, and meaningful moments. As we travel through misty valleys and winding mountain roads, the landscape slowly transforms into a snow-covered wonderland. With hot coffee, snacks, and good company, we’ll begin a guided 10 km alpine snow easy hike through frozen forests and quiet winter scenery. Along the way, we’ll pause for a relaxing meditation and grounding session in nature — a chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect. Later, enjoy gourmet warm soup, unlimited drinks and snacks, scenic alpine lookouts, and a stop at a charming country fruit shed before returning to Melbourne. ✨ *Cold air. Warm soup. Quiet mountains.* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🎒 All-Inclusive for $99** ✅ Round-trip **transport** in a comfortable **MERCEDES minivan** 🚐 ✅ Guided **10 km hike** + all gears 🥾 ✅ Unlimited **snacks, soft drinks, coffee & tea** ☕ ✅ **Gourmet** warm **Soup** 🍲 ✅ Guided meditation & grounding 🧘 ✅ Visit **stunning scenic lookouts** 🌄🦘 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- #### 🕒 Itinerary: * **07:00**: **Pick up** near St. Paul’s Cathedral, Flinders Street * **08:00**: **Rest stop** * **09:00:** Arrive at Erica (**snowshoes** rental shop - $30) 🥾 * **10:00:** **Meeting point**: Morning coffee/tea (provided, unlimited) ☕️ * **10:15:** Snow❄️easy **Hiking**: 10 km, 190 m elevation 🏞️ * **14:00**: **Lunch (BYO)** + **Gourmet Soup** with unlimited drinks/snacks 🧺 * **15:00: Meditation** & grounding session 🧘 * **15:30**: Stunning lookouts 🌊🌲 * **16:30**: Country fruit shed stop 🍎 * **18:30**: Return to **Melbourne** with a heart full of memories ✨ 📍 Drop-off: Hammer Hall, Melbourne \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **💰 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:** BB \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌟 **Limited spots available—RSVP now!** S*pots are only confirmed once payment is received !!!* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🎒 What to Bring?** ✔️ **Small thermo bottle for tea + Lunch** ✔️ **Comfortable hiking shoes (or able to supply, let me know size)** **✔️ Wind/water-resistant jacket**🧥 ✔️ **Long pants & long sleeves** 🌿 ✔️ **Hat/beanie/gloves** 🧢 ✔️ **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/ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ❗️**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! 🌿 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **\*\*\*Find beauty in the journey\*\*\*** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **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!

Serene TARRA VALLEY:🌄Day trip: Hike, Lunch Ratatouille., Waterfall, Meditation

* 🌏 **MELBOURNE - Tarra-Bulga VALLEY** 🏙️ * 📅 SUN **9 AUG, DAY TRIP☀️** * ✨ Follow the Ferns, Find the Stillness. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌿 **Join Us for a Day of Rainforest Magic in Tarra Valley** 🌿 Step into one of Victoria’s most enchanting rainforest escapes — where towering Mountain Ash trees, lush fern gullies, misty forest trails, and hidden waterfalls create a world that feels far away from everyday life. This journey is about slowing down, breathing deeply, and reconnecting with nature through movement, fresh air, warm food, and meaningful moments together. We’ll wander through ancient rainforest paths, cross the famous Suspension Bridge high above the forest floor, discover peaceful waterfalls, enjoy meditation & grounding surrounded by nature, and share a relaxing picnic lunch featuring gourmet ratatouille and warm drinks. Expect scenic lookouts, fresh mountain air, friendly company, and that calm feeling that only deep forest places can bring. 🌲💧✨ ✨ *Some places aren’t just visited — they’re felt.* **\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-** 🎒 **All-Inclusive — Just $99!** ✔️ Guided 9 km easy hike + all gear 🥾 ✔️ Unlimited **snacks** & refreshments 🥤 ✔️ Coffee & tea throughout the day ☕ ✔️ **Lunch Ratatouille (Veg.)** 🍏 ✔️ **Meditation** & relaxation session ✨ ✔️ **Comfortable Mercedes minivan transport** (round trip) 🚐 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **📍 Your Adventure Itinerary** 🚐 **7:00 AM** – Pick-up from **St Paul’s Cathedral, Flinders Street** 🥐 **8:00 AM** – Stop for a **break** ☕ **9:00 AM** – Arrival + **morning coffee, tea & snacks** (provided) 🥾 **9:15 AM** – easy **Hiking adventure** (9 km, 180m elevation) 🥗 **1:30 PM** – **Lunch Ratatouille + coffee/tea/snacks** (provided) ✨ **2:30 PM** – **Meditation** 🍏 🌊 **3:30 PM** – Explore the **Waterfall** 🔭 **4:30 PM** – Take in **breathtaking lookout views** 🦘 **4:30 PM** – Enjoy a **scenic drive** 🚐 **6:30 PM** – Return to Melbourne (**drop-off at Hamer Hall**) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **🎒 What to Bring** ✅ **Warm, wind-water-resistant clothing** 🧥 ✅ **Hiking shoes** (available for free if needed) 🥾 ✅ **Long sleeves, long pants, hat** 🧢 ✅ **A positive attitude** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **💰 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:** TV 🌟 **Limited spots available—RSVP now!** S*pots are only confirmed once payment is received !!!* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ❗️**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! 🌿 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Feel free to ask if you have any questions!** 😊 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 📩 **Got questions? DM me anytime!** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 🌿✨ Don’t miss this **epic day of adventure, nature, and fun!** ✨🌊 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 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/ * Rainforest Light. Waterfall Sound. Pure Calm. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **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!

Waynieo and Bry Bry's Sunday Morning Jaunt

Blackburn Lake Loop Walk

O'Keefe Rail Trail, Knowsley State Forest to Lake Eppalock walk

Ski Week at Falls Creek - 5 going

Re-Imagining Ye Olde Melbourne #1 - A Winter Leisurely Walk

Mt Sugarloaf & Djerriwarrh Creek Circuit Hike (16km Grade M)

Remarkables Mixed and Ice Festival EOI (ROC)

To join this trip, visit http://roc.org.au/trips/trip-info/?trip_id=5838 and click 'Join trip' at the bottom of that page. The Mixed and Ice Festival is an annual meetup for mountaineering and winter climbing, held this year from the 6th-8th August. More information here: https://iceandmixedfestival.co.nz/ There are clinics offering instruction, covering technical climbing, general mountaineering skills, ski touring, and learning to trad climb. Clinics will have differing prerequisites, it is your responsibility to ensure you are adequately prepared. Festival clinics sell out quickly, but spaces may open up if you join the waitlist. If you do not join a clinic you can attend with a general climbing membership. There's lots of good climbing across a range of grades, more info on climbing in the Remarkables: https://climbnz.org.nz/nz/si/queenstown/remarkables Independent winter climbers and mountaineers are welcome to come along, it would be good to have a few from ROC at the event. Please note that this is not a club trip, and no activities will be planned. Club equipment may not be available for personal hire, please get in touch with the relevant convenor if looking to hire equipment from the club. See you all there! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ How to join this trip, run by the ROC (RMIT Outdoors Club): Step 1: If you're not already a member of the RMIT Outdoors Club (roc.org.au), goto the link and sign up (https://roc.org.au/how-we-work/how-to-join/). Membership is $35 for students, $70 for non-students (half-year memberships are also available) Step 2: Sign up to the trip via their site (http://roc.org.au/trips/trip-info/?trip_id=5838) to secure your place, and so we've got your details for the trip Step 3: During the week prior to the trip, the trip organiser will get in touch (usually via email) to organise car-pooling, and finalise the trip details ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Equipment / What you need to bring; If you need camping/cooking/sleeping equipment for overnight trips, the gear-room at the RMIT Outdoor Club has everything you might need as well (https://roc.org.au/how-we-work/how-to-hire-gear/). As a bonus, membership also includes access to discounts at climbing gyms, gear and other bonus goodies! (roc.org.au has more details!) Please read the description above for specifics on equipment required - as a minimum, the climbing gear needed for outdoor trips includes a harness, climbing helmet and climbing shoes ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ About ROC: Find out more about us, and what we're about here: https://roc.org.au/how-we-work/ Check us out on Facebook here; https://www.facebook.com/groups/RMITOutdoorsClub/ ... or https://www.facebook.com/groups/638757456179118/ for our climbing specific group Feel free to jump onto the facebook group and let us know if anyone has any questions -- the trip leader (see the link at the top of the page) is always happy to help

Darebin Creek Trail Walk: Alphington to Latrobe University | 9km - 11,000+ steps

Join us for the Darebin Creek Trail Walk: Alphington to Latrobe University \| 9km \- 11\,000\+ steps\. The route includes some hidden gems and a great array of birdlife\. The trail follows the creek closely for most of the walk\. Please follow these **two steps** to confirm your spot: **Step 1**: Please RSVP to this event on meetup. **Step 2:** Please pay the Organizer fee ($10 - Early Bird, $15 - Regular) using Trybooking: [https://www.trybooking.com/DOCAO](https://www.trybooking.com/DOCAO) Payments are managed via Trybooking and not meetup. Your meetup status will be shown UNPAID. All you need is a Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email. Trybooking tickets will be scanned at the meeting point. Please note that the ticket will be only refunded if the event is moved or cancelled. There are no refunds. It's also not possible to change the ticket to a new date. **Meeting Point:** Let's meet infront of TimeOut Federation Square at 9:45 AM. We will be at the meeting point till 9:50 AM. Please remember to bring your myki. You will need atleast $4 on your myki or have myki pass. Please make sure you add the money before coming to the meeting point. We should be back in the city around 3:30 pm. **This is a rain or shine event.** **[Google Map Link](https://maps.app.goo.gl/tFkDKkEZ4mXytzSJ6)** **Total Walking Distance:** 9km Cost: Organizer Fee: $10 - Early Bird, $15 - Regular Myki: $4 or Myki pass 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/)

Camping Mt Franklin Camping Area