Training Walk for the Larapinta Trail - Brownhill Creek
We recommend you attend this walk as part of your preparation for a Big Heart walk or if you have another walk that you are training for.
Training walks are an opportunity to test your gear, ask questions, gauge your fitness and see how your body responds to walking on consecutive days, on terrain similar to what you can expect on your tour. Your leader for this training walk is likely to have done the Larapinta Trail, and they will offer advice and help with your preparations. You can join this walk even if you are not doing this particular walk and just want to do some training.
WHAT TO EXPECT
This walk is approximately 15km. Allow 5 to 6 hours for this walk (depending on group pace).
As a guide we rate this walk as Moderate to Challenging, but this grading will vary for each individual based on current level of fitness and experience. The walk includes a mix of wide and single trails, rocky in sections, and some challenging climbs and descents.
The trail may be slippery in parts.
MEET TIME/LOCATION
Meet at 8.15am for an 8.30am start.
A map with details of the meet location will be sent to you 24-48 hours prior to the walk.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
Please bring all items you plan to hike with on your trip (backpack, water bottles/bladder, rain gear, etc)
Please wear the clothing you plan to wear for the walks on your trip, or similar (including boots / shoes)
We recommend bringing worn in comfortable walking shoes/hiking boots if new ones aren’t worn in. We also recommend bringing at least 2 litres of water, personal medications/blister kit, walking poles (if you plan to take them), and snacks/lunch.
We will check the forecast and remind you all what to expect prior to the walk, but weather can be unpredictable, so it is important to be prepared. We recommend wearing warm layerable clothing as the temperature can change quickly, and the extra layers can also keep you warm during breaks.
LEADERS
Our leaders carry group first aid kits, emergency communication devices and are qualified and experienced bushwalking leaders.
CANCELLATIONS
If the weather forecast is for extreme weather or a fire ban is issued for the Adelaide Hills, this walk will be cancelled the day before and participants will be notified. A rare same day cancellation may also occur if weather warnings or fire warnings are issued same day - we will always phone participants to cancel should this occur on the day of the event.
If you have any questions, you can phone the office on 0870065620 or ring Lisa 0418 802 361 or Ian 0488 083 337
We recommend you attend this walk as part of your preparation for a Big Heart walk or if you have another walk that you are training for.
Training walks are an opportunity to test your gear, ask questions, gauge your fitness and see how your body responds to walking on consecutive days, on terrain similar to what you can expect on your tour. Your leader for this training walk is likely to have done the Larapinta Trail, and they will offer advice and help with your preparations. You can join this walk even if you are not doing this particular walk and just want to do some training.
WHAT TO EXPECT
This walk is approximately 15km. Allow 5 to 6 hours for this walk (depending on group pace).
As a guide we rate this walk as Moderate to Challenging, but this grading will vary for each individual based on current level of fitness and experience. The walk includes a mix of wide and single trails, rocky in sections, and some challenging climbs and descents.
The trail may be slippery in parts.
MEET TIME/LOCATION
Meet at 8.15am for an 8.30am start.
A map with details of the meet location will be sent to you 24-48 hours prior to the walk.
WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
Please bring all items you plan to hike with on your trip (backpack, water bottles/bladder, rain gear, etc)
Please wear the clothing you plan to wear for the walks on your trip, or similar (including boots / shoes)
We recommend bringing worn in comfortable walking shoes/hiking boots if new ones aren’t worn in. We also recommend bringing at least 2 litres of water, personal medications/blister kit, walking poles (if you plan to take them), and snacks/lunch.
We will check the forecast and remind you all what to expect prior to the walk, but weather can be unpredictable, so it is important to be prepared. We recommend wearing warm layerable clothing as the temperature can change quickly, and the extra layers can also keep you warm during breaks.
LEADERS
Our leaders carry group first aid kits, emergency communication devices and are qualified and experienced bushwalking leaders.
CANCELLATIONS
If the weather forecast is for extreme weather or a fire ban is issued for the Adelaide Hills, this walk will be cancelled the day before and participants will be notified. A rare same day cancellation may also occur if weather warnings or fire warnings are issued same day - we will always phone participants to cancel should this occur on the day of the event.
If you have any questions, you can phone the office on 0870065620 or ring Lisa 0418 802 361 or Ian 0488 083 337
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Highlights
- 4 hours
- In person
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Location
Brownhill Creek Caravan Park - Mitcham, South Australia
60 Brown Hill Creek Road
Mitcham, SA 5062
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