Happy When I'm Hiking

Happy When I'm Hiking We are a 'happy' hiking community that seeks to be inclusive, diverse and fun, promoting a healthy lifestyle in nature. Email us for details.

Happy When I'm Hiking© is a club that offers varying levels of hiking experiences for all fitness levels. Each one could require different skills or abilities with the ultimate goal of having a fun and enjoyable experience. We see this meetup as an opportunity to welcome all walkers and hikers that share a love of the great outdoors. We consider hiking a great way to combine exercise and meet like

-minded people who like a bit of a challenge. The volunteer event hosts exercise utmost duty of care and responsibility towards all hikers. How strenuous and how much you are willing to push yourself on a hike is different for everyone and one of the main reasons we try to mix up the hikes offered. As for the pace, the general rule of thumb is 4-5 kilometers an hour (slower on rough territory). While we may sometimes push the group to pick up the pace, we do like to take in the surroundings as well as enjoy the company of the great people who love a challenge! Recently, we've added "Mindful Hiking" and "Shinrin Yoku" to the groups activities. If you like our approach to hiking, then please join us in the adventure!

19/08/2026

Wow, what a great story. I share a similar experience as a new migrant from Sri Lanka in 2010. Melbourne Young Hikers welcomed me - even though I was not as "young" - giving me an opportunity to get into hiking and make new friends in Australia.

My hardest hike has been Frenchmans Cap—Story of a Mountain .. but what an adventure! I'm glad Rivinu found a hiking friend to explore and build skills for the future 🙌

Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service
Trail Hiking Australia
Bushwalking Victoria

For anytime of year!
24/06/2026

For anytime of year!

As the Easter long weekend approaches, Australians are looking for ways to reconnect with nature and escape the daily grind - one popular activity is bushwalking.

11/06/2026

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03/06/2026

⚠️ Alpine road and track closures ❄️

Due to severe weather warnings and to prioritise public safety, a number of high-elevation roads and tracks are now closed.

These include:
- Dargo High Plains Road (Dargo to Hotham Heights)
- Blue Rag Range Track
- Basalt North Track
- Twins Track
- Twins Jeep Track
- Mount Murray Track North
- Gunns Track

These closures will now remain until the seasonal reopening on 29 October 2026.

Please plan ahead and check conditions before you visit 👉 www.parks.vic.gov.au/coc-listing

Victoria Police Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action

31/05/2026

In an era dominated by looksmaxxing trends, Ozempic hype, and relentless beauty standards, new research suggests that restorative experiences in nature may help people develop a healthier, more accepting relationship with their bodies. Read more at the link in comments.

Movement in an uninspiring environment is definitely better than no movement at all, but studies indicate that moving in...
06/05/2026

Movement in an uninspiring environment is definitely better than no movement at all, but studies indicate that moving in nature puts us in our happiest state. Over the last decade, physicians have increasingly stumped for “green exercise,” or any sort of physical activity that takes place in a natural environment.

When your fitness regimen's dead in the water, lean on adventure

Hiking to a breathtaking view or losing yourself in the roar of a crowd. A neuroscientist explains why awe can feel tran...
05/05/2026

Hiking to a breathtaking view or losing yourself in the roar of a crowd. A neuroscientist explains why awe can feel transformative.

👉 Read the article: https://theconversation.com/how-a-sense-of-awe-can-be-good-for-your-mental-health-280272

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Hiking to a breathtaking view or losing yourself in the roar of a crowd. A neuroscientist explains why awe can feel transformative – and improve your mental health.

Good advice.
28/03/2026

Good advice.

Thirst hits fast, but heat stress hits harder — dehydration can set in quietly and quickly.

In Australian conditions, water planning is often the first system to fail. Don’t guess how much to carry.

Use this hydration calculator to determine your needs based on the conditions, temperature, terrain, pack weight, and how much you generally drink.

Plan your hydration: https://www.trailhiking.com.au/calculators/water-requirements-calculator/

12/03/2026

Manage mental fatigue on your hiking adventures. Learn how stress and cognitive load affect your hike and discover strategies to stay mentally sharp and safe.

The “3 Day Effect” is the pattern a lot of people notice after about 72 hours in nature, especially when they are also o...
10/03/2026

The “3 Day Effect” is the pattern a lot of people notice after about 72 hours in nature, especially when they are also off screens. The mind gets quieter, sleep deepens, and your stress and anxiety response stops acting like a smoke alarm with a low battery.

Have you had a hiking experience like this?

The “3 Day Effect” is the pattern a lot of people notice after about 72 hours in nature, especially when they are also off screens. The mind gets quieter, sleep deepens, and your stress and anxiety melts away.

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