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December 30, 2022

2023 Australia Day Award Nominations Across Northern & Central Queensland

We are proud to announce that the Townsville Hike and Explore Group has received 2 Australia Day Award nominations in the categories of: 1….

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Today we explored an unnamed watercourse deep insi

Today we explored an unnamed watercourse deep inside the Bowling Green National Park, showcasing some of the best waterfalls we’ve seen. We ascended to over 900 metres elevation, traversing dense scrub, grass tree and granite boulder country and surprisingly located water in two locations at over 800 metres elevation. We marvelled at the ever changing terrain and magnificent vistas we experienced across the day ⛰️
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Today we hiked Mount Cook, the highest point on Ma

Today we hiked Mount Cook, the highest point on Magnetic Island. Led by Rob, we ascended Duck Creek, leaving the watercourse at the headwaters and passing some ginormous granite rock formations on the way to Mount Cook. After a break at the navigation beacon near the summit, we bush bashed our way down to the Nelly Bay/Arcadia walking track. Can’t beat a good island adventure 🏝️
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Anzac Day 2023 saw our group hike and explore a WW

Anzac Day 2023 saw our group hike and explore a WW2 era plane wreckage near Saddle Mountain south of Townsville. We acknowledge our defence community and pay our respects to the two airmen who tragically lost their lives in this accident, their families, friends and loved ones 🥾🙏

‘On Tuesday 25 March 1947, a RAAF ‘de Havilland Mosquito’ reconnaissance aircraft A52-607 left Darwin on a flight to Townsville. The crew on board were Flight Lieutenant F. Langford, of Sydney, and Flight Lieutenant G. W. Batzloff, of Biddleston, near Toowoomba. Tragically, the aircraft never arrived at its destination and was reported missing late that day’
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Townsville Hike and Explore coming to you from Eve

Townsville Hike and Explore coming to you from Everest Base Camp - 5364 metres above sea level! What an epic adventure 🙏
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Yesterday 17 adventurers set off on an Easter Satu

Yesterday 17 adventurers set off on an Easter Saturday outdoor extravaganza to visit Twin Falls and Pick Falls, with a select group continuing on for the gruelling climb to the summit of Godwin’s Peak.

The conditions challenged us. After bush bashing the unkept fire trail and rock hopping up the creek to visit both falls, we began the steep incline, which some say is the toughest on-trail climb in the NP.

On a hot and humid day, the relentless steep elevation and exposed ridge line tested us, but we attained the summit at 13:45pm, with the temperature 38 degrees at ~780m elevation.

After a break, we descended the trail into the creek and enjoyed a well earned swim at Pick Falls. The clear deep pool below the falls made for the perfect cool-down before the long walk out.

The group challenged themselves and the view from the top was as always, well worth the effort. An Easter Saturday adventure we’ll all remember! 🐣🥾
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Today we were joined by @yourtribe_walktalk all th

Today we were joined by @yourtribe_walktalk all the way from Cairns, hiking the Paluma Range National Park, from the Paluma village to the Paluma Dam. It’s always a pleasure collaborating with and co-hosting events with other local groups, clubs and fellow outdoor enthusiasts. We love sharing our beautiful part of @queensland with you! Laughs were a plenty and we can’t wait to see you on a trail again soon ladies 🥾🙏
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Todays hike saw a keen group of adventurers head o

Todays hike saw a keen group of adventurers head off on a ‘waterfall wonders’ experience; swimming, sliding, rock hopping and scrambling our way to a couple of our favourite waterfall formations in Bowling Green National Park 💦
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Today we hiked and explored Hidden Falls in the Bo

Today we hiked and explored Hidden Falls in the Bowling Green National Park, with a customary visit to the rockslides. The immense power of the waterfall and the wind generated by the water at the base of the falls was incredible after recent rains, measured at over 1000mm since Christmas in the lower reaches. We had twelve new group members join us on this adventure, and were fortunate the weather and conditions were perfect for a day out exploring our natural wonders 🥾
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The 2023 Defence Welcome and Information Expo was

The 2023 Defence Welcome and Information Expo was held at Townsville Stadium with more than 300 defence families attending to discover what the Townsville region has to offer. The event attracted over 100 exhibitors including local community and sporting groups, government organisations and other service providers.
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Today we hiked the Paluma Range National Park on a

Today we hiked the Paluma Range National Park on a 32 kilometre outdoor adventure with a gruelling 1300 metres elevation gain to explore the PRB Track, Smith Creek Falls and Ollera Valley Lookout. The track is in good condition and the rainforest creeks are flowing nicely after recent rains. If you haven’t visited the lookout, with extraordinary views out over the Ollera Valley and coastal plain north of Townsville, it’s time you did ⛰️
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The 2023 @townsvillecouncil Get Active Expo was he

The 2023 @townsvillecouncil Get Active Expo was held at @queenslandcountrybankstadium with representation from ~80 local outdoor groups, clubs and organisations, showcasing the endless outdoor activity options available across @townsvillenorthqueensland. This was our fifth year at the expo, and we continue to see the value in sharing our love of the outdoors, nature and conservation with fellow outdoor enthusiasts.
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Tune in to our regular segment ‘On Track with Mi

Tune in to our regular segment ‘On Track with Michael Pugh’ from the Townsville Hike and Explore group, airing live across our region on ABC North Queensland, Wednesday’s at 10.45am, or on the ABC Listen App.

Come with us on a journey across the Townsville region, as we share our adventures hiking and exploring the infinite splendour the outdoors offers adventurers of all ages, fitness levels and capabilities.

We’ll talk about how you can venture out safely, responsibly and respectfully, and give you tips, advice and recommendations on where to go and how to get there!

I can’t wait to invite some of our experienced outdoor community leaders along to add valued contributions to the segments!

Love the outdoors, hiking, bushwalking and adventuring? Don’t miss it! 📻
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After recent rainfall in catchments across the Pal

After recent rainfall in catchments across the Paluma Range National Park, we ventured out to visit Butterfly Falls, located in the middle course of the mighty Ollera Creek. The deafening roar of the flooded watercourse was incredible and an impressive sight to see 💦
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The 2023 Townsville City Council Australia Day Awa

The 2023 Townsville City Council Australia Day Awards ceremony was held at The Ville Casino to recognise the contributions and achievements of individuals and groups who selflessly volunteer and dedicate their time to make Townsville a better place.

The Townsville Hike and Explore Group received nominations in the categories of Environmental Excellence and Sustainability Award, and Community Volunteer Award.

As founder of the the group, I was joined by fellow group leaders Mango and Sandra at the ceremony to receive our nomination certificates.

Congratulations to fellow nominees, award winners and all those among us who volunteer their time for the betterment of our communities.
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Who doesn’t enjoy walking the Mount Louisa trail

Who doesn’t enjoy walking the Mount Louisa trail, but pay close attention after heavy rain and watch the mountain come alive with the sounds of waterfalls of all shapes and sizes, many close to the track for you to enjoy 💦
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Our beginner walks give new members the opportunit

Our beginner walks give new members the opportunity to experience walking in a supportive group environment, assess fitness levels, test out new equipment, and meet other likeminded and supportive outdoor enthusiasts.
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As we say goodbye to 2022, here are some group hig

As we say goodbye to 2022, here are some group highlights of our adventures from January to June 2022. Looking forward to to seeing you all on the trail in 2023 with Townsville Hike and Explore 🥾
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Today we hiked Mount Margaret, located in Alice Ri

Today we hiked Mount Margaret, located in Alice River, and nearby to our Rangewood and Rupertswood communities. Overlooking the Mount Margaret Estate and the Pinnacles, the summit is marked by an old trig point and is an ideal morning or afternoon adventure with the family and pets 🥾
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Our annual Christmas Eve sunrise walk at Castle Hi

Our annual Christmas Eve sunrise walk at Castle Hill saw 30 adventurers of all ages and fitness levels up at the crack of dawn to witness a typically beautiful @townsvillenorthqueensland sunrise from one of our local icons. We then met up for a well deserved beakfast at @odysseythestrand 🎅
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Torrential rain and stormy weather didn’t hamper

Torrential rain and stormy weather didn’t hamper our efforts to hike and explore one of Paluma’s hidden gems, the Black Hole. Located in upper Waterview Creek, Black Hole Falls and adjacent tributaries were a spectacular sight after recent rain 💦
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