Women's Cowan to Brooklyn Day Hike

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:

• Take in the spectacular Jerusalem Bay views
• Embark on a scenic day walk from Cowan to Brooklyn
• Soak up expansive views over Ku-Ring-Gai National Park
• Walk with like-minded women
• Enjoy a well deserved refreshing drink at Brooklyn pub!

Where do I go for decent day hike? We hear you say!

Thankfully we ve got just the trail in mind.

This Women Want Adventure day hike is perfect for waterside walks, valley views and taking in the Hawkesbury landscape.

The trail section from Cowan station to Brooklyn is part of the iconic Great North Walk. You ll cross paths with Aboriginal midden, follow the banks of Cowan creek and enjoy easy to walk single tracks and fire trail descending into Brooklyn.

After meeting with your guide at Cowan station, our group will make our way to the stunning Jerusalem Bay, climb up over a series of ridges, stop for cups of coffee, before descending into Brooklyn. This walk is a great one-way trip from station to station with numerous water views, including a circumnavigation of Brooklyn Dam whilst enjoying a wonderful diversity of flora along the way and a healthy lunch.

We will stop plenty of times along the way, as well as beverage at the Brooklyn pub while we wait for the train back to Cowan, why not?

This hike is suitable for both women who are beginners and those with hiking experience. There is a variety of terrain and the walking pace is slow.

DETAILS:

• Meeting location: Cowan Train Station
• Date: Saturday 3rd October 2020
• Meeting time: 8.00am
• Finish time: Between 3-3.30pm
• Distance: 13.4km one way
• Grade: Moderate to hard in some sections
• Elevation: 450m elevation
• Numbers: Small group of maximum 10 women
• Cost: $110 includes booking fee and GST

INCLUDED:

• Permits and licensing
• National Park fees
• Experienced Eco-certified female guide
• Healthy & hearty lunch (wraps/sandwiches)
• Hot tea and coffee
• Morning tea fruit and snacks
• First aid
• Insurance
• Photos of your trip posted in our Facebook Group

TESTIMONIAL:

"Our guide Molly was fantastic! She is obviously very passionate about her job and her patience and understanding of mature women walking was outstanding - her people skills and her knowledge of the local area was fabulous. 10/10 day on the trail. Thanks for the laughs and a great adventure!"

~Talia Lynne

HOW FIT DO YOU NEED TO BE?

A basic to good level of fitness is required for this hike. We take regular breaks, stop for plenty of photos and look after each other. Bring your walking poles for extra support up and down steps.

WHAT TO BRING:

• Day pack (large enough to carry 2L water, rain jacket, personal belongings)
• Rain jacket
• Hat & sunscreen
• 2L-3L of water, we suggest a bladder and a drink bottle
• Comfortable walking shoes or boots
• Sunglasses
• Camera
• Sunglasses
• Personal medication
• Cup for coffee/tea (we have spares, due to Covid we think this is more hygienic)
• Opal card for the train ride

We re thrilled you re thinking about coming with us! Of course, if you have questions email us at womenwantadventure@outlook.com or check out the FAQ s about trips.

Team WWA

www.womenwantadventure.com.au

Please CLICK HERE for our day trip cancellation policy.

FAQs

How old do I need to be to attend this trip?

Women Want Adventure Trips are for women over the age of 18 years.

How physically fit do I need to be to attend this trip?

This trip is suited for women who get out and about on regular walks. You do not need any hiking experience, but its not graded as an easy hike as there are hills and steps.

I have a gluten free diet, do you cater for me for morning tea?

Yes. We have gluten free options available, please notify when booking.

What is the average age of women attending?

Women between 22-65 years of age.

What type of toilet facilities will there be?

There are no bathrooms on the trail, we go in the bush and follow Leave No Trace.

What if I book and the trip can t go forward due to Covid?

We will email you with updates and postpone your trip to a later date. If the trip needs to be cancelled, you will receive a full refund.

Who can I contact for further information?

Please contact us via email at womenwantadventure@outlook.com