The Illawarra Ramblers are looking for new members in 2024. The local recreation group is an eager community of members that meet regularly throughout the year to celebrate their shared dedication to the enjoyment of being active and out in nature. 

The Ramblers are seeking enthusiastic individuals who might be looking for a fun, interactive way to meet new people, stick to their fitness goals, or just want to get out and have a go.

The group is proud of its approach to recreation with a range of activities from bush walking, kayaking, cycling, casual walking to suit all interests.

Group leaders organise all kinds of recreational activities at various difficulty levels to suit everyone. A calendar of upcoming events for the next three months is already available here. The group is offering two trial activities to determine if you’d like to join.  

Activities are held throughout the week and on weekends, with many multi-day events taking place throughout the year. The next multi-day trip is set for March, and organisers are excited to take a group to Lord Howe Island for bushwalking, kayaking, swimming and snorkelling. 

Meetings take place around the Illawarra, from Thirroul to Bomaderry and everywhere in between with the option to travel for certain events. The group is expanding (a 55 per cent increase in members over the last year) and the activities are increasing in frequency, with approximately five held each week.  

The group is also taking initiative to educate and support their enthusiastic leaders by getting involved with workshops to develop teamwork and conflict resolution skills. Overall, it is a ‘harmonious group where everyone gets along’ says committee member Julie McDonalds.

For more information you can access the website, contact Anne Murdoch on 0490963180 or email [email protected]