The Backroads - Zion Hill Track group hike

FAQs

• Is this group right for me?

  The Backroads was designed for people in their 20s and 30s who want to get offline, make new friends and spend more time outdoors, without any pressure to be “good” at hiking. It doesn't matter if you're an experienced tramper or just keen to connect with like-minded people, you're welcome here, no matter who you are 💌

• Why are your hikes only for people in their 20s and 30s?

  When I started The Backroads, it was because I was struggling to make friends myself. Your 20s and 30s are a funny, stuck-in-the-middle, transitional time. It’s the age where life changes a lot; people move, friends drift apart, relationships end, and suddenly meeting new people doesn’t feel as easy as it used to. Throw COVID into the mix, and a lot of us have lost touch with how to connect in real life! I never want to exclude anyone. Keeping the group to a similar age range is purely to make our events an easy way to connect with people who are in a similar place in life :) I’d love to offer different kinds of events in the future, including ones for other age groups. If you're unsure if this group is right for you, feel free to send me a message 💌

• Is this group only for women, or can men come too?

  The Backroads is a mix-gender, LGBTQ+ friendly group, designed for people who want to spend more time outdoors. Most of our hikers are women (TY to my 85% female social following !!!) but we have lots of men join us, too. Mathew is at 99% of hikes, so there will always be at least one person to chat to. Bonus points if you like fishing, 4WD or anything on the water. You'll get on like a house on fire!

• Can I come alone?

  Yes 100%!!! Most people come on their own, so you won’t be the odd one out.

• What happens if I’m nervous or an introvert?

  Ahhh social anxiety, thou art a heartless bitch. She and I go way back, so know you’re not the only one feeling that way. What I love about meeting people AND walking is that there's no pressure to talk, be "on" the whole time or make uncomfortable eye contact :') Come as you are, be authentically yourself & sidal up to me if you're having a tough time starting a conversation!

• Do I need any hiking experience?

  No! Not at all. All of our hikes are social walks, not backcountry tramps. We may go for the occasional harder hike from time-to-time. However, each event will include the difficulty (time, length, rating) so you can decide what feels right for you and your abilities!

• How do I stay updated about future events?

  The best way is to keep up to date is to join our waitlist and follow me on Instagram @notes2home.

  I'll share all the details about upcoming events, updates and last minute tickets :) If you’ve signed up to a hike, I’ll also email you any important info in the lead up to the event.