Free Guided Walks in Melbourne and Regional Victoria

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Free Guided Walks in Melbourne and Regional Victoria
Looking to get active? If you haven’t dusted off your walking shoes yet, there’s no time like the present to get back into nature and join one of our free volunteer-guided Park Walks.
Did you know that viewing natural scenes lowers blood pressure, reduces stress and boosts wellbeing? Put simply, nature is good for you! 😊

Park Walks are a great way to ease back into getting active - they offer a range of walks to suit everyone and you can discover new parks and make new friends.

Example walks:
👉 Lysterfield Park on Bunurong Country
👉 Churchill National Park on Bunurong Country
👉 Coolart Wetlands and Homestead on Bunurong Country
👉 You Yangs Regional Park on Wadawurrung Country
👉 Dandenong Ranges on Wurundjeri Country
👉 Macedon Regional Park on Wurundjeri Country
👉 Gresswell Forest on Wurundjeri Country
👉 Frankston Nature Conservation Reserve on Bunurong Country
👉 Ocean Grove Nature Reserve on Wadawurrung Country

⚠️ Nature being nature, sometimes conditions can change at short notice. Stay safe in Vic national parks, reserves and waterways.

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Benefits of bushwalking

Bushwalking, also known as hiking, backpacking, or trekking, can have many benefits for both physical and mental health. Some of the potential benefits of bushwalking include:

  1.  Improved physical fitness: Walking, especially over rough terrain, can help improve cardiovascular fitness, strengthen the muscles in your legs and core, and increase endurance.

  2. Stress relief: Being in nature and away from the distractions of daily life can help reduce stress and promote relaxation.

  3. Improved mental health: Research has shown that spending time in nature can improve mood, reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety, and increase feelings of happiness and well-being.

  4. Exposure to natural beauty: Bushwalking allows you to experience and appreciate the beauty of nature firsthand.

  5. Improved social connections: Bushwalking can be a great opportunity to spend time with friends and family, or to meet new people who share a similar interest in the outdoors.

  6. Opportunities for learning and personal growth: Bushwalking can provide opportunities to learn about the natural world, as well as to challenge oneself and develop new skills.

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