ABW (Adelaide Bushwalkers)

28/05/2026

For South Australian based hikers, we spend a lot of time hiking in alpine regions including Tasmania. This article addresses a number of gear-related contentious tension points and is worth a read and see how your ideals are challenged.

https://wildernessexpeditions.net.au/going-ultralight-in-tasmania/?fbclid=IwdGRjcASEeY9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEe0SfZHPZuoc-ypfbB7hB7aeNrHdtSBfSNuFvKDp1zcHgy-a6siuJh8FC1JYk_aem_wyi0qr3or9H6WMq3FWt0Ig

There’s no bushwalking topic that is quite as controversial as the concept of going “ultralight” in Tasmania. It feels like the debate is entirely polarised between traditionalists (think canvas packs, thigh length jackets, tunnel tents, Zamberlans) and the new school of ultralighters (roll-to...

28/05/2026

A handy visual aid can often be moss and where it grows.... which is where the sun doesn't directly shine! However this old bush trick is not exactly accurate and nothing beats a map and compass.

19/05/2026

Adelaide Bushwalkers - Walk Leader Forum. Sunday 14 June.
Our club walks are all created and led by volunteers.

Sign on to this event on our members 'Activity & Walks' page. This is an opportunity for our leaders to get together and for prospective leaders to take the first steps on the pathway to creating and leading their own walks.

https://www.adelaidebushwalkers.org/

18/05/2026

Wed 3rd June, 7:30pm – ABW Meeting.
We’ve got an incredible guest speaker at our next community meeting:

Dr Jake Robinson, microbial ecologist from Flinders University. Here is a scientist even more intrigued by the great outdoors than any hiker. How will our worlds collide?

Dr Jake Robinson is the author of Invisible Friends: How Microbes Shape Our Lives in Beneficial Ways and studies the tiny life around us: such as - bacteria, fungi and microbes that shape our health and ecosystems.

If you like trees, trails, and the amazing invisible stuff keeping nature ticking… come along. Book signings also available upon purchase. Free event for all 🥾🌿 *Rescheduled to June, from March*

18/05/2026

Looking for a new career?

How would you like to work in a role to promote & enhance the Heysen Trail? "Heysen Trail Coordinator" - a new role in DEW - has just been advertised to lead strategic partnerships & relationship building; and coordinate Trail management & promotion.

The Friends welcome this commitment that allows a direct focus on improving the Trail.
https://www.iworkfor.sa.gov.au/jb/page/R3NuWElRaFJzK1VZWGRtbk9TOHhFUS9idm5Od2drdnVLbkZaajNSSTZPaHRXdmtEbDM0U3JHSHA2LzNWYmhhRHRqTEFHMGNnYUxwcm1aVjlmUjIwbFE9PQ

17/05/2026

Jules led a great crew this weekend for bushwalking through parks, gorges, forests and along ridge-lines. A great way to start the season to shake down our gear and wake up our bodies. We had sunshine and rain, but it was never really cold - possibly because we had the absolute best fire of any hike, courtesy of Zach and the wood he brought in for us. Some new walkers will qualify as full members after this weekend and old friends enjoyed the chance to catch up along the Heysen trail.

15/05/2026

Cold weather getting you down? Warm up on trail with your hiking friends!

We have a great month ahead packed with multi-day adventures, social walks and even a kayaking trip! Whether it’s a challenging summit or a coffee shop for your reward, there is something for everyone. Many more walks available to view on our website.

Not a member? No worries! We can help you with that and have a team of experienced volunteer hike leaders who lead the way, and gear to loan you to get you started!

14/05/2026

Get your hiking season started on the right foot! Plan ahead with a lightweight and ingenious idea to stop putting holes in your boots!

07/05/2026

Have you ever wanted to hike Victoria’s Great South West Walk? Have you wondered what the challenges would be or the logistics you’d need to navigate before you even step off?

What rugged cliff-top scenes or beautiful beach walks will you encounter - and just where might be the best cafes along this trail?

ABW hiker, Madeleine, joined Hike Leader Anna’s walk to find out!

https://www.adelaidebushwalkers.org/blog/the-great-south-west-walk/