Horizon Guides is offering a series of bushwalks to anyone with an urge to get out and experience the magnificent Scenic Rim region. Groups are small and walks are spaced out to allow time for recovery (and training!) for the next walk. You can do as many or few walks as you wish.

The walks in this series will take you to some of the lesser known places in the Scenic Rim as well as give you a chance to walk in Girraween, one of the regions' most beautiful National Parks. The park is characterised by granite outcrops that support a spectacular array of flora and spring is the best time to see the wildflower display.

Most walks in the series are of easy/moderate difficulty though some involve rough, off-track walking and some steep terrain and are graded as such. The walks at Girraween NP are on well-marked ‘graded' tracks and will be suitable for people of most ages and walking ability. Please read the descriptions to help determine your ability to participate and if you would like to discuss a particular walk then don't hesitate to contact us.

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• Four Sunday walks and a weekend camping trip.
• Join one or more walks or do them all.
• $45 / person / walk
• Variety of walks in the local area.
• Small groups: Max. 10 participants + guide/s.
• Led by experienced and qualified guide/s.
• Beginner bushwalkers welcome .
• Natural history interpretation.
• Great fun with like minded people!

In order to keep prices low participants will need to transport themselves, usually a car pool is arranged, to the start of the walk after meeting at the pre-arranged rendezvous point for the day. Details of the meeting place and times are emailed (or posted) one week prior to the walk, along with the names of fellow walkers and a list of necessary items to bring.

A word on walk grading:

A word on walk grading: Giving a perfectly accurate description of a walk to a person who has yet to experience that walk is a difficult task. Everyone has a different perception of the relative terms "easy", "moderate", "challenging" and "difficult". The grades on these walks are an indicator of the relative level of challenge. You will enjoy each walk more if you are healthy, have two legs (and knees) that work adequately and maintain a reasonable level of fitness (that improves) over the series. For this reason the trips are spaced out to allow time for recovery and some extra walks in between to improve your fitness for the next outing.

Distance doesn't necessarily correlate with how long a walk will take. Assume that you will be out in the bush for a full day each time, unless otherwise specified.

Safety / weather conditions: None of these walks are a race! The group will be expected to stay together under the care and supervision of the guide. At the beginning of each walk there will be a detailed briefing for the conduct of the day. Your guide is trained in first aid and carries comprehensive emergency gear and appropriate communications equipment. All walks are subject to change on the day, depending on weather conditions. Generally, conditions are stable at this time of the year and program alterations should be unnecessary.

Beginner bushwalkers: If you have never walked along rough tracks or up a steep hill in the bush you may find the idea quite daunting. This is an opportunity to try out something new in a supportive environment with an experienced guide. Come on the first couple of walks and discover if bushwalking suits you. You are sure to find it's a wonderful activity and one you can enjoy in any part of the globe. All you have to do is don your walking shoes and take the first step out the door into the day!

Age limits: Whilst there is no upper or lower age limit on participants for Horizon Guides walks some may be more suitable for you than others, especially if you have health issues or are very young. If in doubt please get in touch before you book so that we can discuss your specific needs and experience.

Questions? Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions about the walks or your ability to participate.