Ocean & Trail Escapes

12/12/2025

NDIS Provider

This week's photos are going to show some very happy participants enjoying dolphin watching at Forster on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Two fantastic short trips were had with Aussie Boat Shed and their skipper, Lenny. The staff really made sure that everyone was assisted where needed and Lenny told us a lot about Wallis Lake.

This was all followed by a bbq lunch, fishing and swimming and a surprise birthday celebration. We also celebrated Jess's touch teams disability division win at Port Macquarie on the weekend.

Thursday's group headed up to Wauchope for a walk starting at Rocks Ferry Reserve and following the sculpture trail around the river.

This years interactions among participants have been truly heartwarming. Throughout our group activities, it has been endearing to witness everyone helping and engaging in conversations, particularly with those who recently just joined us.

This peer support is a source of pride for us, as it highlights the positive and inclusive environment fostered within our groups.

Valerie & Kim

11/12/2025

NDIS Provider

CHANGE OF VENUE

Due to the concerns of hot weather and bushfires, we have moved our annual Christmas BBQ to Manning River Sailing Club, down by the Manning River at 78 River Street, Taree.

All our participants and families are welcome. We will not be offering supports during the festive fun but you are welcome to be supported by your own support worker.

We will, however, be offering pick up and drop offs, just charging for kms.

Could everyone please just reconfirm that you will still be coming and if you require a lift or not?

Thanks

Valerie & Kim

10/12/2025

07/12/2025

NDIS Provider

Ocean & Trail Escapes has booked an hours dolphin cruise at Forster on Tuesday 9th December and Wednesday 10th December for our weekly NDIS groups.

We have a couple of spots available if anyone would like to join our groups. Individual cost $30 and pending approval of your NDIS COS.

After the cruise we will be having a bbq lunch and doing some swimming and fishing. Sounds like a whole lot of fun 🙃🐬

Please call Valerie on 0403 425 037 or message us on Facebook if you would like to come along.

05/12/2025

NDIS Provider

This week has been filled with wonderful experiences for all our participants. From start to finish, everyone thoroughly enjoyed the range of activities on offer, making lasting memories together.

On a bittersweet note, we are saying goodbye to one of our much-loved ladies, who is moving to Melbourne. As this was her last week with us, we extend our very best wishes for her next adventure and sincerely hope she will keep in touch with the group—hint, hint!

Our week began with a visit to a local farm, where participants had the opportunity to pat and feed horses along with their foals. After the farm, we drove to Breakneck Lookout to take in the stunning views over the Manning Valley, followed by a checking out the remains of Wingham Brush. The group then enjoyed lunch and a chat.

A few of our members headed to Port for a friendly game of ten pin bowling, while another group embarked on a scenic headland walk and visited the iconic Tacking Point Lighthouse. Charity Creek was a great plunge hit on a hot day. And Back Beach at Blackhead never fails to impress.

We also managed to squeeze in a trip to Gloucester Tops before our lovely lady heads south of the border. The journey itself was an adventure, with several river ford crossings along the way. Upon arrival, we found the area several degrees cooler than the coast, with ever-changing vegetation in what is Australia’s last remaining Gondwana Rainforest. The group enjoyed a walk to the waterfall and took in the breathtaking views from the Andrew Laurie Lookout. We loved it so much that we are planning to return next year on one of our all day Saturday Trips.

Valerie & Kim

30/11/2025

NDIS Provider

You gotta love the great outdoors especially if you love fishing!
There were a couple of good sized fish caught that made it home for dinner.

Apart from fishing, we helped one of our participants move and we are also very proud to show off another participant's First Prizes' from the recent Bulahdelah Show.

Next week we will be visiting a farm, heading up to Gloucester and hopping into more water to cool off!

Please contact us if you feel that you might be missing out on some of these great experiences. We would love to have you onboard 😃

Valerie & Kim

24/11/2025

NDIS Provider

HUNTER VALLEY CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SPECTACULAR

Oh what a night! And a long one!

Ocean & Trail Escapes visited the Hunter Valley Christmas Lights Spectacular on Friday evening/night with some very happy and joyful participants.

Karaoke on the trip down in the car followed by a scrumptious meal at Harrigan's Irish Pub Pokolbin. Then on to the highlight of the evening.

The Christmas lights sure have the wow factor whether its your first time or second. There are glowing tunnels, chairs too big to sit on and teacups to spin around in. A favourite is trying to keep up singing with the 12 Days of Christmas animation!

If you missed out, we are looking at another trip down in January, so keep your eyes open or let us know now that you are interested.

Valerie & Kim

24/11/2025

NDIS Provider

Ocean & Trail Escapes had the pleasure of attending Norm's 70th Birthday yesterday. Norm was blessed by having his immediate family there, his adoptive family and of course US! There were touching speeches, a poem and tears for those absent.

Norm was our first client and affectionately known as our Guinea Pig! Norm holds a special place in our hearts as he has supported and endorsed us for the past three years.

Norm brings along a wicked sense of humour coupled with compassion for fellow NDIS clients. He lightens up everyone's day and leaves no one behind.

From all of us to you - Norm - Happy 70th. We hope you had a great day and even more - that you remember it lol

Valerie & Kim

23/11/2025

NDIS Provider

Our picturesque outdoors is accessible right on our doorstep, so why not indulge in its beauty. No need for extensive travel to marvel, connect, and rejuvenate our minds or push beyond perceived limits with supportive camaraderie, conversation, and rest along the way. Friendships flourish, with helping hands nearby. After refuelling with morning tea, the invigorating fresh air surrounds us, preparing us for the week ahead. 🙂

16/11/2025

NDIS Provider

WOW, where do I start for this week .

It was a busy week with walks, fishing , cooking, strength & balance, painting, patting furry friends even a return to Botanical Gardens self guided tour at Tomago and for another participant heading down to the Bonsai Show at Argenton.
With all this it brought social interactions , the use of fine and gross motor skills, creativity, independence even studying for some!