Take Shape Adventures

23/11/2025

Great weekend out with Bush Navigaion, some new track finding in he forest north west of Melbourne then a Sunday Hike & Paddle. With the recent rain and high water levels, we collected lots of dog tenmis balls from the river!

23/11/2025

Yesterday was our Bush Navigation Day and my brain is still full of squiggly contour lines and happy hiker faces 🥾🧭

We spent the day out on the trail learning the basics that make a huge difference once you’re beyond the car park:
• Reading maps so they actually make sense (not just “pretty lines and colours”)
• Taking and following compass bearings
• Working out where you are without a blue dot
• Simple safety checks so you can avoid the “we might be lost” moment

I’ve been running these nav days for nearly 10 years now, and they’re still one of my favourite things we do at Take Shape Adventures – watching people go from “I just follow the person in front” to “hang on, I actually get this now” never gets old.

If you:
• have been doing a bit of hiking and want to feel more confident
• lead friends or club walks and want better safety skills
• or you’re just tired of outsourcing your sense of direction to someone else (or your phone)…

…then a Bush Navigation Day is such a good next step. It’s fun, relaxed, very hands-on and you’ll walk away with practical skills you can use on your very next hike.

TSA is slowly becoming the “bush nav friend” for a lot of Victorian hikers – and I absolutely love that.
Keen to join the next one or bring your group / club? Comment NAV or send me a message and I’ll send you the details. 🌿🗺️

23/11/2025

Fourteen legends, one hiking retreat, and a whole lot of hiking, yoga, gin, massages, spa time and big belly laughs 🧘‍♀️🥾✨

What a weekend for our hiking retreat – a little pocket of slow space in the middle of busy lives.
Time to move, breathe, wander, soak, and actually think about what (and who) we want more of in our lives.

That’s what these weekends are about –
finding space to slow down,
taking on a few challenges,
sharing amazing food and conversations,
and leaving feeling more connected, clearer, and a bit more you again. 💛

This is why we do what we do.
If you’ve been feeling stuck on the couch or caught in the grind, consider this your nudge:
join us for a day walk, a weekend escape or a walking holiday and come hike, connect, and reset with us. 🌿

22/11/2025

Hear what one of our adventurers had to say about their Morocco Adventure Tour!

Sound like an experience you also need in your life? We're heading back to Morocco in May 2026 for more time climbing mountains, walking through the Sahara, and trying all the best that this gorgeous country has to offer

Don't put off the adventure you've been dreaming of any longer, book in today!

https://takeshapeadventures.com.au/location/morocco/

21/11/2025

Think you're staying safe by avoiding risk?

All you're doing is holding yourself back from change and meaningful growth. Instead of asking yourself how you can avoid risk, starting asking yourself how you can take the right ones.

What's the best risk you've taken recently?

Come and take a great risk with us - why not try a new trail, a kayak adventure, or even an overnight hike? Explore the Calendar today

https://takeshapeadventures.com.au/calendar/

20/11/2025

🌿 From the trail to the workplace – into 2026 🌿

If you’ve ever finished a hike and thought, “I wish work felt more like this – real, grounded, connected,” that’s exactly what we’re building.

Yesterday we ran our first HR for HR Walk Day – using nature, movement and honest trail chats to help HR and People & Culture leaders talk about psychosocial safety, support and how to build effective teams in a fast, AI-fuelled world.

Now we’re taking this into 2026 team kickoff and planning walks.

You bring the strategy and goals.
We bring the nature, movement, good discomfort and evidence-based wellbeing practices that help your people think clearly, connect properly and actually land the work.

We’re using what you already feel on a hike – calmer brains, better conversations, a sense of belonging – to help create better, more human, less stressed workplaces.

Curious about HR for HR Walk Days or 2026 team kickoff walks for your organisation?
Let’s chat.

20/11/2025

🇯🇵 Last spots – Japan Kumano Kodo Pilgrim Trail 🥾

We’re down to the final spots on our Kumano Kodo tour and this is your nudge if you’ve been thinking about it.

Walk one of Japan’s ancient UNESCO-listed pilgrim trails, hike through lush forests and mountain passes, stay in local guesthouses, soak in onsen, and give yourself time to reset while you adventure.

This trip is:

Perfect for solo travellers and small groups

Fully supported and guided – we handle the logistics, you enjoy the experience

A meaningful mix of hiking, culture, reflection and good food

If you’ve ever wanted to do something big for you – this is it.
👉 Grab one of the last spots here: https://takeshapeadventures.com.au/location/kumano-kodo-japan/

Once it’s full, that’s it for this departure – future you will be very happy you said yes.

Japan is one of the most enchanting countries in the world. A place where history and the ultra-modern world coexist and work in harmony. The stunning, diverse landscape with mountains and breathtaking views, offers an array of different experiences. If you haven't had the chance to visit, now is th...

20/11/2025

Would you like to use less stuff in your life?

Try these four easy ways to celebrate Use Less Stuff Day and she this post with someone who should celebrate with you!

Ditch the unnecessary shopping this weekend and get into nature with us instead. Explore the Calendar to see what's happening

https://takeshapeadventures.com.au/calendar/

19/11/2025

Don't miss these experiences in the Warrumbungles!

Which one of these would you be most excited to try? Who needs to come here with you ASAP?

We're heading to the Warrumbungles in April 2026 and we get into all of these unmissable moments, so make sure you're coming with us! Check out the trip webpage for all the details

https://takeshapeadventures.com.au/location/warrumbungles/

19/11/2025

Ever said, “One day I’ll do an overnight hike”… and then life got in the way?

This is that “one day”.

Our Overnight Pack Hikes are made for 45–65-year-old women who want more from life than work–home–repeat. We loan you the gear, guide you every step, carry the stress, and sometimes even carry the bags.

French Island · Wilson’s Prom & Waterloo Bay · Lake Tali Karng · 5-night supported hike

special teen overnights so you can share the adventure with them too.

No experience needed. Just a bit of courage and a good sense of humour.

Our 2026 calendar is out now – choose a hike, lock it in, and give yourself something bold to look forward to.

Sleep under the stars before you talk yourself out of it (again).
https://takeshapeadventures.com.au/overnight-hikes/

19/11/2025

💡 What if the best prescription for healthy living wasn’t a “should,” but an adventure?

We know eating well, sleeping enough, and exercising is good for us—so why is it so hard to stick to? 🤔 Maybe it’s because it all feels like a list of things we should do, and that pressure can make us feel overwhelmed and inadequate.

But adventure? Now that’s a different story. 🙌 Adventure doesn’t come with rules or restrictions—it’s exciting, fun, and connects us to others and the world around us. 🌿 It boosts happiness, health, and confidence without feeling like a chore.

✨ So, if you’re ready to live a bigger, happier life—CHOOSE ADVENTURE!
Book a day in nature and let the magic happen. 🌄

👉 Join us for your next adventure:
https://takeshapeadventures.com.au/day-hikes/