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BTF volunteers were busy recently at both campsites near Mt Cooke. A large group of maintenance volunteers (with Track sections in Perth Hills District) gathered at the Mt Cooke campsite for their annual Field Day. A hive of activity There were plenty of tasks to keep them busy for the morning – from sanding and […]
If you think you’d like to do a long trek but you’re not sure you could make it, you’re wrong! It’s all in the preparation. Here’s some tips from a former non-trekker. It’s never too early to start preparing! Although you can definitely decide one day and start the next, you will have a more […]
Our superseded gear found new homes with worthy recipients. The sleeping bags were donated to an organisation that runs camps for Aboriginal youth in foster care, to reconnect them to country and culture. The backpacks went to one of our Affiliated Organisation members, The Boys Brigade WA, that caters for children and young people during […]
Jim’s special spot This last year, more than ever, people have looked at the bigger picture beyond the normal fast pace of life. Stuck indoors, with excess time to think about priorities and what gives us meaning and purpose, we may put family and friends at the top of the list. Many also reflect on […]
There’s something very special about a campfire, and for many people the camping experience is not complete without sitting around the crackling flames in the evening. It is an experience that you can enjoy in many campsites. But with fire comes risk and responsibility. In places that are as hot, dry, and distant from emergency […]
Maringup campsite, nestled on the shore of the beautiful Lake Maringup south of Northcliffe, is a favourite location for many walkers. However, due to the relatively remote location it is overdue for some maintenance attention. Having survived the 2015 Northcliffe fire (when we lost Gardner and Dog Pool shelters) the timber structure and surrounds require […]
Pemberton Discovery Tours have been operating in the stunning Southern Forests Region for over 10 years. Owned and operated by highly knowledgeable and environmentally conscious locals Toni and Graeme Dearle, you’re guaranteed to not only have fun, but enjoy a unique and educating experience as they guide you through the stunning region they call home. […]
Blue Moon Forest Lodge is one of the most beautiful places you could ever imagine. The huge, completely private, self-contained, top level accommodation of this magnificent house is yours to enjoy, with private wheelchair accessible parking and entry. Blue Moon Forest Lodge are passionate about their region and in offering you the most enjoyable holiday […]
The Friendship Trails project is an initiative of the World Trails Network, whereby trails in different countries team up in the name of partnership, mutual publicity and international cooperation. It is hoped the concept of Friendship Trails will spread internationally to promote the culture of walking and boost tourism. This will promote the sharing of […]
Myrtle rust is an introduced and highly invasive fungal disease of Myrtaceae plants, including eucalypts, bottlebrushes, paperbarks and peppermint trees. It has now been found in all Australian states except Western Australia and South Australia. It was first detected in New South Wales in 2010 and has spread across the eastern seaboard and to parts […]