Bushwalkers of Western Australia

Winter

 

Summer

 

Walking is a year round activity. Bushwalkers of Western Australia Inc (BOWA) based in Perth has a complete annual programme. In Winter (May to October) longer walks of up to 20km in length are undertaken. These require a full day and most of the information about walking presented here applies to these walks. From time to time the Winter programme will include, for variety, a shorter half day walk.  In Summer members maintain fitness by shorter walks around the Perth environs which are completed before midday. On almost every Sunday of the year it is possible to sample the experience of walking with our club. How do I get started?

Winter walks are the mainstay of our walks annual programme. They take place on most Sundays between May and October. The meeting time and location is given in the events calendar. Walks may vary in length from 12 to 20 km or more (shorter for half day walks) depending on the terrain and nature of the course. We walk in all weather. The Bibbulmun track, Monadnocks region, Avon Valley, Toodyay and Serpentine areas are some of the walk locations.

Common meeting points on the walks programme are:

  • Armadale (Railway Station)
  • Midland (Railway Station)
  • Kalamunda
  • Kelmscott
  • Mundaring Hills Visitor Centre

Departure time is precisely as on the programme (usually 9.00 am). For convenience cars are pooled to go from the meeting point to the start of the walk with passengers making a contribution for petrol. The walk leader leads the group along the predetermined route. There may be short breaks for morning and afternoon tea and a break for lunch.

At the walk end the pool vehicles return the group back to the meeting location. The return time varies with the length of the walk
and the length of the drive to and from the meeting point. It is usually between 3.30 pm and 5.00 pm.

If you are interested in joining our club or would like to walk as a visitor go to the How do I get started page.

River Ramble

January
Sunday
25
Join us for an easy summer river walk on both sides of the Swan River in the East Perth area. We will cross the river via two footbridges. We will stop for coffee near the end of the walk at a cafe at beautiful Claisebrook Cove. Approximately 9 km.  Note: Mentoring for potential new leade… Read more...
07:30 h
Easy Walk

Annual General Meeting

March
Sunday
8
Our AGM will be at Scarborough Tennis Club starting at 5pm. Please give consideration to joining our committee and help in the running of our club. All positions are open. Pizza will be provided following the meeting, and bar facilities are available. Please let the Secretary know by the end o… Read more...
17:00 h
Special Event

BOWA Autumn Camp

April
Monday
20
Our annual BOWA camp will be at Nannup this year. Walks will be scheduled for Tues 21, Wed 22 and Thurs 23. There are a number of walks through the old local timber country and a drive to nearby Balingup provides access to the Bibbulmun track and some delightful bushland. The Nannup hotel and … Read more...
14:00 h
Special Event