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Countdown: 9 Weeks
I’ve just done the maths. It’s roughly nine weeks to go till I (and the ever-growing group of others) take on a 40km in 1 day hike along the Surf Coast Walk. A nasty flu has had me out of action for...
View ArticleKeep Australia Beautiful – How We Can All Help
While wandering along the hiking trails it’s not uncommon for me to see rubbish that others have left behind. I’d give it a dirty look, wonder who would think that was ok, and keep walking. BUT while...
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Why I’m giving a Hand Up
Yesterday I was on the first video call with The Hunger Project Australia (THP), and some of the ladies that will be joining me in Mexico. It was the first time we’d met, and as part of the call we...
View ArticleWeekly Roundup
It’s been a big (and exciting!) week! Here’s a roundup of some of the good stuff: I got out for a walk along the Surf Coast walk. It was my first big hike since having the flu, so it was a bit tougher...
View ArticleBaby It’s Cold Outside – Bushwalking In Winter
Brrr…it’s cold here in SW Victoria at the moment! It’s so tempting to sit on the couch with a hot chocolate watching TV….BUT I’m here to tell you that hiking is possible (and can even be fun!) when...
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How Hiking The Bellarine Rail Trail Challenged Me
Last Friday I set out with a very clear purpose: Walk further than I ever have in one day. The walk that I’m organising means that me (and some other like-minded people) will be walking 40km in one...
View ArticleBushwalking: Boots, shoes – or thongs?
A question I get asked a lot by those who are coming on our Walk to Make a Difference, and on the Weekend Retreats is: Do I need shoes or boots specific for hiking? The simple answer: No, not always...
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Hiking with (young) Kids: A Recipe for Fun – or Disaster?
When he was little, I used to put my son in the hiking baby carrier and take him out for a hike. Once he got too heavy, I had to stop taking him, which was a bummer as he’d always enjoyed it. But...
View ArticleIt started with a niggle…
Something has been bugging me for a while. Something that I just planted at the back of my mind, and tried to ignore. But it became TOO BIG. I had noticed that after my longer walks the only thing...
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Book Review: Adventures on Earth
What’s your favourite place? And so we are led on a journey alongside Louise Southerden – award-winning travel writer – in her latest book ‘Adventures on Earth’. “My favourite place? It’s an elusive...
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Alternative LA: Hiking Trails of Palos Verdes
What first got my attention for the Leadership & Immersion Program with The Hunger Project Australia (THP) & Business Chicks was the fact that we’d get to hike up into the mountain village to...
View ArticleBushwalking / Hiking Groups
I was asked this question in an email I received, and thought that other people might also find this useful. How do you find bushwalking groups? A few years ago when I was looking, it was really hard...
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Hiking / Bushwalking – first Geelong, then Mexico!
September saw SPRING hit Victoria with a BANG!! We’ve had some gorgeous days…bright blue clear skies, and warmer temperatures… I’ve been struggling to get out hiking due to illness and injury, but at...
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26 Hours till Take Off
This time tomorrow I’ll be at the airport. The excitement (and nerves) have kicked in. I’m so organised that I could pick up my bag and leave now… I won’t lie, the fundraising side of this journey...
View ArticleA Leadership Journey in Mexico
Why hello there! I’m now back home after what can only be described as a life- changing trip (cliché I know, but it fits as well as an old worn out pair of jeans). Some of you are gagging to hear all...
View ArticleThree People: Massive Impact – Cleo
I’ll start by sharing the stories of three incredible people I met during my time in Mazateca. They come from the actual communities that are working with The Hunger Project Mexico (THP) – and are now...
View ArticleThe Glorification of ‘Perfect’
I’ve been a few posts lately about Social Media. More specifically, about how it makes us feel when we compare ourselves to the ‘highlights reel’ of other people’s lives. That we feel like we don’t...
View ArticleThree People: Massive Impact – Maribel
I just loved sharing the story of Cleo, and how she come to work as a paid staff member of The Hunger Project Mexico (THP). Next up is Maribel, who is the Regional Program Manager, Oaxaca Office, THP –...
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Saturday Morning Solitude
After a week of spending a whole lot of time sitting in traffic, in front of a computer, and kid wrangling, I was in need/want of some time out. So, I packed Mr 4 off for a play with his cousins and...
View ArticleThree People: Massive Impact – Pedro
I’m now onto my final post in this series – this time I’m sharing the story of Pedro. Pedro represents the modern man in Mazateca – one who is working in conjunction with women like Maribel and Cleo,...
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