Kindred is a guided hiking program for women who want to deepen their confidence, strengthen their connection to nature, and build real capability outdoors – without the intimidation, ego, or competitiveness that often surrounds adventure spaces.

This is steady, soulful bushwalking paired with practical outdoor skills and personal development themes designed to help you expand, inside and out. Led by qualified female guides, each walk is structured to help you feel safe, seen, and supported while learning the skills that make nature feel natural – packing, planning, navigation, risk management, and trail confidence.

Destination: Goondooloo Ridge Picnic Area, Following the Aaron Creek circuit Hike clockwise.

Distance: 9kms with 300m elevation.

Duration: 6hours (9am – 3pm)

Meeting at the carpark of Goondooloo picnic area, we will journey SW on the Aaron Creek Circuit hike, following fire trails, single trails, and part of the Heyson/ Wild South Coast Way through burnt eucalyptus and yakka forest regrowth.

We will have a break at Eagle Waterhole, and another at Cobbler Hill Picnic Area (or Cobbler Hill campground if required). Returning NE to the starting point via the lookout. 

This walk is rated Hard and is suited to women with a good level of fitness who are comfortable with steep climbs, uneven terrain, and a longer day of hiking. The walk runs from 9:00am to 3:00pm, allowing time to move steadily, rest when needed, and engage with the landscape.

Skills & Learning Focus

This walk includes the second learning focus of the program, centred on navigation and orientation.

Along the way, we’ll explore:

• Reading trail maps and understanding signage

• Introductory compass use

• Landform and landscape-based navigation using natural markers and sun position

• Trail awareness, including recognising decision points and track features

These learnings are woven into the day to support confidence, awareness, and capability on more complex trails.