Backyard Blitz - Bush, Brook & Rail Trail
Parkerville Western Australia - Sun 14th November 2021

Max Participants:
14
Location:
Parkerville Western Australia
Date:
Sun 14th November 2021
Start Time:
9:30am
End Time:
2:30pm approx
Duration:
5 hrs
Non-Member Cost:
$40.00 per person
Member Cost:
$35.00 per person
Tagged:
birds bushwalk walk

Our marvellous meander today is a one way loop, to be enjoyed at a slow, relaxing pace with time for taking photos, searching for wildflowers and absorbing the history of the area.


We head off from the historical Parkerville Tavern, making our way along a peaceful country road passing unique and interesting cottages, homes and guesthouses, lush pastures and colourful plant life. We then enter John Forrest National Park and make our way through jarrah and marri trees passing huge granite outcrops overlooking Jane Brook. 

 

John Forrest National Park is nestled up in the Perth Hills is one of WA’s oldest and its very first National Park, established in 1900. Set in beautiful jarrah and marri forest and still largely in its native state, it commands stunning views from lookout points along its numerous trails. After a wander around the central hub of John Forrest we head back along the very edge of Jane Brook, we traverse the valley floor which is a mystical mass of flooded gums, swamp peppermint and paperbarks. Our return trek takes us along the old railway line, stopping in a beautiful setting we’ll watch Hovea Waterfalls cascade over the undulating face of orange and red rock, with blooms of green moss popping out in places.We pass where the Hovea Station was once located. It’s a gorgeous trail, full of rich history, including a few old metal bridge structures from back in the day. With Parrot bushes in abundance we are treated to the spectacular sight of Red-tailed black cockatoos flying overhead amongst other colourful birdlife.

 

Our return to the historical old Parkerville Tavern, known by locals as ‘The Parky’, we’ll introduce you to its very colourful past. Admiring this grand old hotel, you are invited, should you wish, to join your host for a celebratory drink and say hello to the friendly Emus while enjoying the garden 

 

Style of Walk:   Bush Walk & Heritage Trail

Start time: 9.30 am 

End Time:  2.30 pm

Duration:  5 hours

Length:   11 km Loop

Grade:  Medium/Easy – mostly flat 

Start â€“ Parkerville Tavern Carpark


Gallery

Beautiful wildflowers
Enjoying a break
Visit the friendly emu
Kangaroos frolicking neaby
Pretty trails
Looking out for the Bushwalkers
Time for a Coldie!
This Lizard is enjoying the sunshine!!

Location

Please note map locations and route are approximate only

Includes

Our knowledgeable AW Guide

Interpretive walking experience

Photo's of your day

Excludes

Lunch/Morning Tea

Drinks Afterwards

What To Bring/Wear

- BYO Morning Tea/Snacks, Packed Lunch

- Day Pack - Sunscreen, Hat, Water, Raincoat/Poncho, Jumper

- Comfy worn in walking shoes

- Cash/Card for a drink at the Parky afterwards (Optional)

- A Sense of Adventure

Cancellation & Refunds

Notice of cancellation must be in writing, with an email as an acceptable form of communication, directly to Adventurous Women with the following conditions:

Between time of booking and up to 7 days prior to event - Full Refund

7 days and up to 48 hours prior to the event - 50% cancellation fee (unless a replacement can be found)

48 hours or No show on the day - No Refund


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