Women Embrace Hiking -Cowan to Brooklyn, Great North Walk

Join Women Embrace Adventure as we take on this popular part of the Great North Walk, the Jerusalem Track. We follow the track from Cowan Station down to the picturesque Jerusalem Bay on Cowan Creek, then climb up a series of ridges before descending down into historic Brooklyn. Throw in a stop at the famous Anglers Rest Pub to share a cold beverage and you've got a top day!

About the Hike: This is a fantastic one-way hike from Cowan train station to Brooklyn/Hawkesbury train station featuring loads of scenic vistas, a circumnavigation of Brooklyn Dam, and a chance to check out the local flora and fauna of the area. 

This hike is graded 4/5 hard, and not for the beginner hiker,  but the beauty of the surroundings makes the hard work all worthwhile. We will be on the trail approx 6 hours in total, including stops for morning tea and lunch breaks. At Women Embrace Adventure it is all about the journey and not just the destination, we will stop to take photos, smell the wildflowers, admire the mushrooms and really enjoy all the flora and fauna. 

The Details:

Date: Friday, August 5th

Meeting Time:  7:15 am for 7:30 am start

Meeting Point: Cowan Train Station NSW. Details of the exact meeting point will be sent to you upon registration.

Maximum Numbers: there will be a maximum of 14 plus your WEA leaders

Fitness Level: A moderate to a high level of fitness is required

Experience: Previous hiking/bushwalking experience recommended

Length/Terrain: This hike is approximately recommende15 km long and will take us between 5.5-6.5  hours to complete including morning tea and lunch stops. The trail is quite varied with some formed fire trails, some uneven and rocky steep inclines/declines, uneven steps, large step-ups and downs, creek crossings and some rock scrambling. 

Hike Grading: This hike is graded 5. To learn more about the grading system Click here

Inclusions:

• National Parks licencing and entrance fees
• Two Qualified WEA Wilderness First Aid leaders who carry safety equipment; 1st Aid Kit, PLB, sat phone
• A healthy packed lunch, snacks and morning tea including, salad wraps and home-baked goodies. We cater for most dietary requirements, please let us know when booking.
• Photos of your adventure that will be posted on our Facebook event page for you
• Refreshing beverage at the Anglers Rest Pub
• Fun and adventure with a bunch of like-minded, fun-loving women

Cost: $105 /person

Frequently Asked Questions:

How do I book and pay? Simply click the link, register and pay online via PayPal or Credit Card. We will send you confirmation and reminder emails with all the specific details of where to meet etc and will even send you a reminder text a couple of days before our adventure.

Do I need to be a WEA Member to book an Adventure?  Absolutely not! You are welcome to book any of the adventures on our website, VIP WEA Membership is a completely optional extra that some members find beneficial.

How fit do I need to be? This hike is beautiful and it covers approx 15 km of fairly rough terrain, there are steep hills, large uneven steps, rock scrambling, creek crossings, and slippery conditions.

You will need a moderate to a high level of fitness to comfortably complete this walk.

If you'd like to talk about your suitability for this hike, please contact us at info@womenembraceadventure.com.au and we will be happy to give you a call to discuss.

This trail is not handicapped accessible at this time and pets are not allowed.

I'll be coming on my own, is that ok?  Not a problem at all!  Lots of women come on their own to our adventures. Your Women Embrace Adventure host will make sure everyone is introduced before we set off on this beautiful hike. We always have lots of fun, there's no pressure, no judgment, and lots of encouragement from everyone.  By the end of the hike, you may have just found some new adventure friends. It's all about the journey, not just the destination...

How many will be on our Hike?  We keep our adventures quite personal. On this adventure, there will be no more than 14 women plus your WEA guides.

What do I need to bring/wear?

-day pack with waist strap (to carry your personal belongings, lunch, snacks and water)

-hiking boots, sturdy joggers or trail runners that are worn in and have good tread

-hat

-sunscreen and sun-protective clothing

-bug spray

-any personal medications you may need (asthma puffer/epi-pen etc)

-sunsafe hiking clothes/activewear. Synthetics or wool are best to keep you warm/cool and dry, cotton is not a good hiking option

-wet weather jacket and extra warm layer (in case of cold/ wet weather)

-at least 2 litres of water (remember we will be walking for a few hours and there are no water fill-up points along the way)

-we recommend leaving an extra set of clothes in the car for the ride home in case we run into cold or wet weather

-hiking poles (if you use them)

Nitty Gritty-T&C

Covid Safety-WEA is a Covid Safe Registered Business and takes all necessary precautions to limit the transmission of Covid 19. If you are unwell or have been told to isolate yourself, please stay at home.

By making a booking you agree to and accept our terms and conditions, including these Terms and Conditions, our Covid-19 Policy and the Waiver of Liability.

Your booking is final once your payment is processed and confirmation email is sent to you. No refunds will be given but your spot can be transferred to another lady over the age of 18. Please email us at least 24 hours before the adventure and provide her contact details. This is an all-weather event. If cancelled by Women Embrace Adventure a credit or full refund will be provided.

This is a women's only adventure. Valid for sale until sold out. Advertised prices are per person. Prices are correct as of 5 May 2022 and are subject to availability, withdrawal and change at any time without notice due to fluctuations in charges and currency.

All current government safety and health guidelines at the time of booking and departure must be adhered to including all Covid-19 requirements. Any additional costs related to but not limited to government travel restrictions are the responsibility of the individual traveller and not Women Embrace Adventure. If this trip is undersubscribed or in circumstances where external events affect the viability or safety of this trip to go ahead, Women Embrace Adventure reserves the right to cancel or reschedule and to exclude/remove any participants from this trip. This adventure is not transferable to another date/time.