The Friends of the Great South West Walk (FGSWW) invites you to join them at the Info Session - A Walk in the Bush, at the Portland Library. This event is part of the Try Bushwalking Month, celebrating the 90th Anniversary of Bushwalking Victoria, the peak body representing 60+ bushwalking clubs across Victoria.

“A Walk in the Bush”. It sounds so easy, but often if you have no experience or friends interested, it remains only a dream. Well, let us help you get started. Sarah Sharp, one of the many Friends of the GSWW, is hosting an Information Session in the Portland Library. She will help you get the confidence and resources to take the plunge with family and/or friends to explore our incredible natural environment. Whether you want to walk with other adults, children, grandparents, family, all your questions will be answered.

DISTANCE: None

WHO IS THIS SESSION FOR? For anyone who would love to walk amongst the trees, off the pavement and in the wild. Whether it is with friends, family or alone, and that would love to know where to start, plus what is needed.

CHILDREN AND PETS: Please contact the club directly to inquire about service animals, and any family or pet friendly walks.

AWT GRADE: N/A

PACE: N/A

TOTAL ASCENT: N/A

SESSION DESCRIPTION:

The information session will show you gear, clothing, maps and planning needed to go for a walk in the bush. And the group will discuss all the different options there are with walking. It will be a very casual talk, with a lot of discussion between the host and all the participants.

MEETING POINT: The Meeting Room at the Portland, Glenelg Library, 32 Bentinck St, Portland.

DIRECTIONS: Google map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/32jtQZ...

PHONE SIGNAL: Yes

TOILETS: There are toilets and tea & coffee facilities at the library.

WHAT TO BRING: Bring along a notepad and pen, and any questions you have. Maps and guidebooks will be available to purchase, cash and card accepted.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISK: When registering for this event, we ask that you view and agree to our Acknowledgement of Risk.

ABOUT OUR CLUB: The Friends of the Great South West Walk is a volunteer group that manages and maintains the Great South West Walk, alongside Parks Vic. The Friends lead monthly walks, on a Saturday and a Monday. Walking with the Friends is a great way to tap into the knowledge of the area’s history, flora and fauna and meet a friendly bunch of people. The Friends also have many volunteers working on the maintenance of the Great South West Walk and its promotion. The club is always welcoming new Friends or volunteers. Visit our website.

PRIVACY:

Your privacy is important to us. Bushwalking Victoria and its member clubs are committed to safeguarding your personal information and ensuring that your privacy is protected. The personal data we collect from you is used solely for the purpose of facilitating your participation and communicating important details about the event.

Please note that your contact information will be shared with Activity Leaders for the purpose of organising activities. Your information will not be shared with any external parties without your consent, except where required by law, but may be used for follow-up contact regarding your participation in this event.

You can view the BWV Privacy Policy on our website.

Inclusion in Photographs

We encourage participants to take photographs during activities, which may be shared publicly through various channels such as newspapers, magazines, websites and social media. If you do not wish to be included in any photographs, it is your responsibility to inform the photographer and take reasonable steps to avoid being captured in the images.