SOLID FOOTING
TRAINING FOR BEGINNERS OR THOSE LOOKING TO VENTURE INTO OFF-GRID ADVENTURES
Fast-track your experience level with our camping training sessions! We offer two types of adventure weekends designed to get you outdoors in creative ways & in comfort.
Read a little about each session type (Beginners & Off-grid) & email or call to enquire for more information. For custom trips for groups of 7-10 adults (& kids), contact us!
BEGINNERS: FAST TRACK
(1 night, 2 days)
$599/adult (trip requires min 7 adults & max 10)
$99/child (under 12yo)
$1199/family of 4
Pets (welcome but please enquire)
Objective: To get confident in camping, quickly!
At a beautiful private property just 1.5hrs from Melbourne we'll cover the basics of camping & delve into more ways to strategically consider different gear for different trips. This overnight trip to one location will inspire your:​
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Trip planning & gear selection (inc. a pre-trip video conference)
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Vehicle preparation & packing
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Road-tripping & travel to destination
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Site selection & set-up
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Simple (but delicious) meal-prepping & cooking (with gas/fire)
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Sleep strategy & overnight comfort
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Gear pack-up & maintenance (plus an understanding of "leave no trace")
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Next trip!
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Our guidance & education will be delivered in short bursts over a 36-hour period so you can kick back & enjoy being outdoors with family & friends. Choose your type of accommodation including premium rooftop tents (racks available), ground tents, swags or personal/hiking tents. Note: no matter which tent style you choose, you'll still learn the basics of the other styles.
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Our pricing is inclusive of property (location) costs, premium camping equipment hire*, set menu of dinner & breakfast (inc non-alcoholic beverages). This is a self-drive trip where you will be required to collect your selected rental gear from Oakleigh South in Melbourne. Expect an early start on a Saturday & late afternoon return on a Sunday afternoon.
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Our trips will proceed rain or shine & any temperature. They will be cancelled or modified if the location has fire restrictions or if the outlook is for hail &/or electrical storms.
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Customised trips - if you'd like to organise a trip exclusive to your friends/family (per the minimum & maximum numbers above), with gear delivered to a destination, please contact us for a customised itinerary we can work on together & a corresponding quote.​​
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*For roof racks & rooftop tents installation charges will apply. We will provide very warm & comfortable mats/beds - personal sleeping gear such as pillows, sheets & sleeping bags can be rented, purchased or supplied by yourself.
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NEXT TRIPS (2024):
September: Saturday 21st - Sunday 22nd (Beginner)
October: Saturday 12th - Sunday 13th (Beginner) - FULL
November: Saturday 16th - Sunday 17th (Beginner)
INTERMEDIATE: OFF-GRID CAMPING
(2 nights, 3 days)
$699/adult (trip requires min 7 adults & max 10)
$149/child (under 12yo)
$1399/family of 4
Pets (no sorry)
Vehicle (will drive on unsealed roads but 4x4 not necessary)
Objective: To gain confidence in planning & executing a more independent trip, away from organised & managed campgrounds - closer to nature!
We'll get to know your experience level, then cover an intermediate level of camping skills (plus some basics) & delve into more ways to strategically plan & prepare for limited amenities (water, power, bathrooms). This overnight trip to one location will inspire your:​
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Trip planning & gear selection (inc. a pre-trip video conference)
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Vehicle preparation & packing
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Site selection & set-up
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Management of water, power, ensuite requirements
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Communication & SOS-management
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Vehicle positioning & light recovery (traction boards, etc not 4x4 winching)
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Delicious meal-prepping & cooking (with gas/fire)
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Sleep strategy & overnight comfort
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Gear pack-up & maintenance (plus an understanding of National/State Park policy & "leave no trace")
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Next trip to thousands of more free-camping options!
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Our guidance & education will be delivered in short bursts over a 60-hour period so you can kick back & enjoy being outdoors with family & friends. Choose your type of accommodation including premium rooftop tents (racks available), ground tents, swags or personal/hiking tents. Note: no matter which tent style you choose, you'll still learn the basics of the other styles.
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Our pricing is inclusive of premium camping equipment hire*, set menu of two dinners & breakfasts & one lunch, snacks etc (inc non-alcoholic beverages). This is a self-drive trip where you will be required to collect your selected rental gear from Oakleigh South in Melbourne. Expect an early start on a Friday & late afternoon return on a Sunday afternoon.​​
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Our trips will proceed rain or shine & any temperature. They will be cancelled or modified if the location has fire restrictions or if the outlook is for hail &/or electrical storms.
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Customised trips - if you'd like to organise a trip exclusive to your friends/family (per the minimum & maximum numbers above), please contact us for a customised itinerary we can work on together & a corresponding quote.
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*For roof racks & rooftop tents installations charges will apply. We will provide very warm & comfortable mats/beds - personal sleeping gear such as pillows, sheets & sleeping bags can be rented, purchased or supplied by yourself.
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