Women Embrace Hiking Awaba Bay Lake Macquarie

This hike is a women’s only guided hike along the Awaba Bay walking track from Marmong Point to Bolton Point with two Women Embrace Adventure hosts leading the way.​

About the Hike: The walk is an approx 7.5 km guided walk along the waterfront walking into Lake Macquarie Conservation area at Bolton Point. The walk starts on the waterfront walking path, winds through the bush, onto the boardwarks, up a few hills and a couple of stairs. You can expect lots of birdlife and beautiful Lake Macquarie vistas. The serene bushwalk through towering trees gives you the feeling you’re a million miles away from the suburbs, though it’s not far at all. This is an easy-moderate walk. We do recommend you have a moderate level of fitness to ensure this is an enjoyable walk for you. If in doubt, check with your doctor about your suitability.  Your hosts are wilderness first aid qualified. 

Details:

Meeting Time: 9:45 am for a 10:00 am start

Meeting point: Marmong Point- exact meeting point will be sent to you in an email and text closer to the date. 

Maximum Numbers: 12 including your WEA guides

The walk is an approx 7.5 km guided walk along the waterfront walking into Lake Macquarie Conservation area at Bolton Point. The walk starts on the waterfront walking path, winds through the bush, onto the boardwalks, up a few hills and a couple of stairs. You can expect lots of birdlife and beautiful Lake Macquarie vistas. The serene bushwalk through towering trees gives you the feeling you’re a million miles away from the suburbs, though it’s not far at all. 

This is an easy-moderate walk. We do recommend you have a moderate level of fitness to ensure this is an enjoyable walk for you. If in doubt, check with your doctor about your suitability.  Your hosts are wilderness first aid qualified. 

Fitness Level: A moderate level of fitness is required 

Experience: no experience needed

Length: The walk is approximately 7.5 kms long and will take us approximately 2 hours

Cost: $35 

Inclusions: 

• Parks Licencing and fees
• Wilderness first aid qualified leader
• Morning tea including hot drinks and home-baked goodies
• Photos of your adventure that will be posted on our facebook event page for you

How fit do I need to be? This hike covers approx 7.5 km of moderate walking there are some stairs, some hills, uneven levels of terrain as well as some paved walkways and grasslands, its got a bit of everything.  You'll need a moderate level of fitness to join us on this walk. If you're not sure about your fitness level just give us a ring, we're happy to have a chat and give you all the details. This trail is not handicapped accessible at this time and pets are not allowed. 

What do I need to bring?

-day pack (to carry your personal belongings)

-wear hiking boots, sturdy joggers or trail runners

-hat

-sunscreen and sun protective clothing

-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 1 litre of water 

-leave an extra set of clothes in the car to change into afterwards in case we run into cold or wet weather on our walk

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!

Stay Safe Procedures: Women Embrace Adventure is a registered Covid Safe Business. To prioritise the wellbeing of women, staff and our community, Women Embrace Adventure is taking important measures to limit the transmission of COVID-19 (Coronavirus).

*Contactless registration 

*Zero share equipment, utensils

*Providing hand sanitiser to use at the start and during each adventure

*Ensuring social distancing throughout the adventure

Before attending an adventure, please:

*Stay home if you or your family are unwell

*Wash your hands before joining us and use hand sanitiser often

*Continue to social distance

*Read our full Covid-19 T&C's for full details https://www.womenembraceadventure.com.au/t-c 

T&C's: Payment for WEA half day and adventures are final once you receive a confirmation email.  No refunds will be given but can be transferred to another lady over the age of 18, please email us before the adventure and provide her contact details. This is an all-weather event. If cancelled by Women Embrace Adventure a full refund will be provided. For full T&Cs see our webpage ( https://www.womenembraceadventure.com.au/t-c). By purchasing this ticket you have agreed to our Terms and Conditions. If you have any questions please get in touch at info@womenadventure.com.au.  If you need to make contact on the day of the event give Sharon a ring on 0467504879. Looking forward to seeing you there!