Central Coast Explorer Weekend

Friday August 14 6pm → Sunday 16 August 3pm, Lake Macquarie, NSW

CGC Grown — A Women's Series by Cool Girls Club

This is a gorgeous base camp weekend designed specifically for women 35+ who are ready to grow their outdoor confidence, explore stunning bush and coastal landscapes and connect with a like-minded community. Join a small group of women for two nights and two days of guided day walks, outdoor skill building and genuine connection in the diverse and beautiful scenery of the Central Coast. 🌿

This is not a remote expedition or multi-day hike.

This is a structured, skill-building weekend where we explore during the day and return to our peaceful bush base each evening — thoughtfully designed with the CGC Grown community in mind.

What You’ll Experience

Across the weekend we'll explore a variety of walking tracks around the Lake Macquarie area of the Central Coast, including the Jilliby State Conservation Area with lush rainforest vibes, and Munmorah State Conservation Area where the sweeping coastal paths will take your breath away.

You can expect:

• Guided day bushwalks

• Forest and waterfall trails

• Sweeping coastal views on epic tracks

• Outdoor skill development sessions

• Time to slow down and immerse yourself in nature

• Evenings at camp sharing meals and genuine connection

All walks are suitable for beginner to intermediate participants, with space to challenge yourself at a comfortable pace.

Our Base Camp – Seclusion at The Grove

We'll spend two nights at The Grove in Martinsville — a peaceful bush campground with clean and safe facilities.

Your stay includes:

• Single-person tents for comfort and privacy

• Flushing toilets

• A private, spacious bush setting with an abundance of nature

This base camp format allows you to experience the outdoors comfortably, without the stress of relocating camp or carrying heavy packs long distances.

🗓 Weekend Flow

Friday:

• Meet at Morisset Train Station at 6pm

• Camp setup, welcome circle and shared dinner

Saturday:

• Full day guided bushwalk

• Skill development woven into the experience

• Evening meal and relaxed camp time

Sunday:

• Morning walk or outdoor session

• Pack down and group close

• Depart Morisset Train Station at 3pm

🥾 Fitness & Experience Level

• Designed for women 35+ of beginner to intermediate fitness

• You should feel comfortable walking approximately 8-12km in a day at a relaxed pace with breaks

• No prior camping experience required

• This weekend is designed as a supported introduction to overnight outdoor experiences beyond day hikes

💰 Investment: $599 per person

This weekend is intentionally small and thoughtfully facilitated to ensure a high-quality, supportive experience for our CGC Grown community.

Your ticket includes:

• 2 nights accommodation at The Grove

• Single-person tent setup with a high quality inflatable sleeping mat

• All meals from Friday dinner to Sunday lunch

• Guided day walks across Central Coast parks

• Structured outdoor skill development

• All group camping equipment

• Experienced guides and full safety support

• First aid and satellite communication devices

• A small, intimate group of just 9 women

• A supportive community of like-minded women 35+

You'll receive a detailed packing list and itinerary after booking. 🦋

💛 Who This Weekend Is For

This experience is designed for women 35+ who:

• Have done day hikes and want to try staying overnight in nature

• Want to build confidence in a supported, welcoming environment

• Are curious about outdoor skills but don't know where to start

• Value connection and community as much as adventure

• Are looking for a space designed specifically for women at their stage of life

No prior camping experience required.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need camping experience? No. This weekend is designed as an introduction to overnight outdoor experiences for women 35+. We'll guide you through everything.

How fit do I need to be? Suitable for beginner to intermediate hikers. You should feel comfortable walking for several hours with breaks. This pace is designed with our CGC Grown community in mind — comfortable, enjoyable and never rushed.

Will I have to carry all my gear while hiking? No. This is a base camp format. We return to the same campground each evening so there's no need to carry heavy packs on the trails.

What about safety? Your guides are experienced outdoor leaders. We carry full first aid equipment and satellite communication devices for emergencies.

Can I come alone? Absolutely — and most of our CGC Grown women do! You'll arrive as a stranger and leave with new friends. 🦋

What happens if the weather is bad? We monitor conditions closely and adjust plans if necessary to ensure safety and a positive experience.

❗ Important Information

• This event is part of the CGC Grown — A Women's Series by Cool Girls Club, designed for women 35+

• We meet at Morisset Train Station at 6pm Friday

• Depart from the same location at 3pm Sunday

• Please review our refund policy prior to booking

• All dietary requirements can be accommodated

• Spots are intentionally limited to 9 women to ensure a high-quality, personal experience

We can't wait to explore with you! 🌿🦋