POP UP Women Embrace Hiking -Waratah Spotting & Emerald Pools

Waratah Pop Up! NSW's elusive, much sought-after emblem is in full bloom right now...and the weather is looking perfect

Join us as we explore Glenworth Valley on our Women Embrace Mt Olive and Emerald Pool Hike! On this 10-km loop hike, we'll be on a quest to spy as many waratahs as possible. The waratah season is fleeting, and now's the time,  so pack your camera to snap some great pics of this beautiful flower.

We'll wander down to the creek, looking for some of the park’s many glossy black cockatoos and a honeyeater or two. We'll make a stop at the Emerald Pool, named for its deep green hue, for morning tea, then head back up the trail for more scenic vistas. After this lovely loop hike, we'll enjoy a healthy picnic lunch. 

We hope you can join us.

Date: Saturday 14th September

Meeting Time: 8:30 am

Meeting Point: Ironbark Picnic Area, Glenworth Valley. A map of the exact meeting point will be sent to you via text a couple days before our adventure. 

Activity/Fitness Level: Moderate fitness levels, for more info on our activity levels, click here 

Grading of the Hike: This walk is rated Grade 3 in parts and 4 in one part.  We’ll walk approx 10kms over uneven ground with some steps and steep parts.  This trail can be slippery when wet, even after light rain. For more about the grading system click on this link

Experience: We recommend you have some previous bushwalking experience. To fully enjoy this adventure you'll need a moderate to high fitness level and sturdy shoes with good grip.

Inclusions: 

• Wilderness First Aid qualified leader/safety equipment
• Eco Pass, Parks Licencing Fees, Full Insurance 
• Morning tea and lunch, including hot drinks and home-baked goodies. (We cater for most dietary requirements; please let us know of any needs when booking) 
• Photos of your adventure will be posted on our Facebook event page for you to save

Cost: $105/per person, including guided hike, morning tea and picnic lunch

Waratah Fun Facts:  The waratah is a beautiful yet hardy flowering bush. There are 5 species of this native Australian plant, of which several are only found in NSW. The iconic waratah grows in forest understorey, on sandstone ridges and can be found from Gibraltar Range in the north of NSW to Lake Conjola in the south. Growing to a maximum height of 4m, this shrub has dark green, leathery, serrated leaves. It produces magnificent crimson flower heads and similarly red-coloured outer petals, known as bracts.  Scientific Name: Telopea speciosissima Conservation Status in NSW: Protected 

FAQS

How fit do I need to be to join this adventure? This hike covers approx 10km of moderate to hard levels of terrain. You'll need a moderate to high level of fitness to join us on this walk. If you're not sure if you are fit enough for the walk please contact us at info@womenembraceadventure.com.au and we will be happy to give you a call to discuss. This trail is not handicapped accessible at this time and pets are not allowed.  

What do I need to bring/wear?

• small day pack with waist strap (to carry your personal belongings)
• hiking boots, sturdy joggers or trail runners
• comfortable, sun-protective activewear
• hat
• sunscreen 
• bug spray
• any personal medications you may need (asthma puffer/epi-pen etc)
• waterproof jacket (in case of cold/ wet weather)
• an extra warm layer in case of cold/windy weather
• at least 2 litres of water (remember we will be walking for a couple of hours and there are no water fill-up points along the way)
• we recommend leaving an extra set of clothes in the car in case we run into cold or wet weather
• hiking poles (optional)

I'll be coming on my own, is that ok?  

Not a problem at all!  Lots of women come on their own to our adventures. Your Women Embrace Adventure host will make sure everyone is introduced before we set off on this beautiful hike. We always have lots of fun, there is no pressure, no judgment, and lots of encouragement from everyone.  By the end of the hike, you may have just found some new adventure friends!

How many will be on our Hike?  To protect the flora and fauna of the area, there will be no more than 14 women on our hike.

Toilets: There is a drop toilet at the walk's start (and finish).

Nitty Gritty & Bits and Bobs: By making a booking you agree to, understand and accept our terms and conditions Terms and Conditions, our Covid-19 Policy and the Waiver of Liability.

Your booking is final once your payment is processed and a confirmation email is sent. 

No refunds will be given, but you can pay it forward to another lady over the age of 18. Please email us at least 24 hours before the adventure and provide her contact details. This is an all-weather event. If cancelled by Women Embrace Adventure a credit or full refund will be provided. This is a women's only adventure. Valid for sale until sold out. Advertised prices are per person. Prices are correct as of 21 August 2022 and are subject to availability, withdrawal and change at any time without notice.

Any additional costs related to but not limited to government travel restrictions are the responsibility of the individual traveller and not Women Embrace Adventure. If this trip is undersubscribed or in circumstances where external events affect the viability or safety of this trip to go ahead, Women Embrace Adventure reserves the right to cancel or reschedule and to exclude/remove any participants from this trip. Your ticket is non-transferable.