Social Walking Group Saturdays 2026

Maroondah Bushwalking Club Inc

Ringwood VIC · Approx $35.00 · Hiking/Bushwalking

The Maroondah Bushwalking Club Inc, based in Ringwood VIC 3134, is a vibrant community of around 500 members offering a diverse program of outdoor activities throughout the year. The club caters to all experience levels, from beginners to seasoned bushwalkers, with a wide range of opportunities including day walks on...

Croydon Walking Club Inc

Croydon South VIC · Approx $35.00 · Hiking/Bushwalking

The Croydon Walking Club Inc is a welcoming, community-focused walking group based in Croydon South, Victoria, with around 60 active members. The club offers a diverse program of walks each Friday, starting at 8:30 am or 9:30 am, with occasional earlier starts at 8:00 am. Walks vary in length from...

Bush Nomads Walking Group - North Ringwood Community House

Ringwood North VIC · $2.00 · Walking

About the GroupBush Nomads Walking Group is a friendly walking group coordinated through North Ringwood Community House, offering scenic 8-10 km walks through bush parks and natural areas.What to ExpectWalks are led by experienced group leaders and are suited to adults with a moderate level of fitness. Participants should wear...

Walking Pace and Daily Steps: What a 2026 Study Found

03 Oct 2026 · 4 min read

A 2026 study linked more daily steps with lower death rates. For people taking fewer steps, a quicker pace during their most active minutes was also linked with lower rates. The study cannot show that walking faster makes people live longer, and earlier research is mixed on pace. Here is...

R U OK? Day 2026: How to Ask “Are You OK?” on a Walk

10 Aug 2026 · 7 min read

R U OK?Day falls on 10 September 2026, but you do not need to wait to check in. Learn how to choose a suitable walking route, start the conversation, listen without trying to fix everything and respond safely if someone says they are not OK.

The Man Walk: Why a Simple Weekly Walk Is Becoming a Lifeline for Australian Men

09 May 2026 · 5 min read

A new Australian study found that more than half the men joining The Man Walk reported loneliness, but those who kept showing up saw lower depression symptoms and healthier habits. Here’s why regular group walks are becoming one of the simplest mental-health supports for men.