If you’ve got a hundred hikes saved on Insta, but no one to check them out with, this is for you.
We’re heading to the Dandenongs for the Sherbrooke Falls Loop: a day of fresh air, good banter and meeting people who want to turn “we should do that soon” into an actual plan.
We’ll meet at Belgrave Station, grab coffees before we set off, then head into the forest for a hike, waterfall spotting and hopefully a few wildlife appearances.
Expect time to chat as we walk, swap stories and get beyond “so, what do you do for work?” with people who are curious about the world and keen to get out into it.
Afterwards, anyone who wants to keep the day going can join us for an optional pub lunch.
Come solo. Most people do! This social hike is perfect if you don’t know a soul, but want to leave with more new mates than you can count!
No car? No problem. You can catch the train to Belgrave, and we’ll create a group beforehand for anyone who wants to organise their own carpool.
Grab your ticket and let’s get this saved hike out of the folder and into the memory bank!
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Hell yeah! Most people do. Hosts greet everyone at the picnic ground, make introductions and a few games before we set off, and keep the group together the whole way.
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It's easy to moderate. The loop is about 7 km and takes roughly 2 hours.
There are a few steep uphill bits, so please ensure you’re okay with that before signing up.
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You can catch the train to Belgrave station, or you can drive if you have a car. More details on where to meet will be sent once you book.
Carpooling between attendees is welcome in the group chat provided after booking, but Conscious Connection doesn't organise or take responsibility for transfers.
Running late? Contact your host, and please don't start the trail alone.
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Hiking or running shoes, a water bottle, sunscreen, a hat, layers for the weather and any personal medication.
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We check the forecast, fire danger and Parks Victoria track closures 48 and 24 hours before the hike. We'll confirm go or no-go by 10am the day before and message everyone about any changes.
Hosts check again on the morning and assess conditions when we arrive. If it's unsafe, we may cancel on the spot, and we'll let you know straight away. If the hike is cancelled, it moves to a new date and your ticket carries over automatically.
If the new date doesn't work for you, you can have a full refund or a credit for a future Conscious Connection event.
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Every hike has at least two hosts: one leading and one at the back keeping count. At least one host is first-aid trained.
Stay with the group and on the marked track. Watch for snakes and falling branches, and don't touch or approach any sick or dead birds or wildlife (a bird flu precaution).
No dogs, bikes, drones, fires or camping are allowed in the park.
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No, sorry! Leave them at home for this one please 🙏
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We will meet at a cafe to grab coffees/breakfast, and end at a pub for lunch. Both venues will have a bathroom.
There is one toilet on the track, but this requires a detour. Please keep this in mind.
Please BYO water bottle and water, and extra snacks if you need them between venues.