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Jim’s special spot This last year, more than ever, people have looked at the bigger picture beyond the normal fast pace of life. Stuck indoors, with excess time to think about priorities and what gives us meaning and purpose, we may put family and friends at the top of the list. Many also reflect on […]

There’s something very special about a campfire, and for many people the camping experience is not complete without sitting around the crackling flames in the evening. It is an experience that you can enjoy in many campsites. But with fire comes risk and responsibility. In places that are as hot, dry, and distant from emergency […]

Maringup campsite, nestled on the shore of the beautiful Lake Maringup south of Northcliffe, is a favourite location for many walkers. However, due to the relatively remote location it is overdue for some maintenance attention. Having survived the 2015 Northcliffe fire (when we lost Gardner and Dog Pool shelters) the timber structure and surrounds require […]

An important milestone arising from the 2017 Vision Survey was achieved in mid-January with the completion of a realignment to move the Track off Ficifolia Rd (south of Walpole) thereby adding to walker safety and enjoyment.   A team of Support and Sectional volunteers were lucky to strike cool weather which allowed them to cut […]

Pemberton Discovery Tours have been operating in the stunning Southern Forests Region for over 10 years. Owned and operated by highly knowledgeable and environmentally conscious locals Toni and Graeme Dearle, you’re guaranteed to not only have fun, but enjoy a unique and educating experience as they guide you through the stunning region they call home. […]

Blue Moon Forest Lodge is one of the most beautiful places you could ever imagine. The huge, completely private, self-contained, top level accommodation of this magnificent house is yours to enjoy, with private wheelchair accessible parking and entry. Blue Moon Forest Lodge are passionate about their region and in offering you the most enjoyable holiday […]

The Friendship Trails project is an initiative of the World Trails Network, whereby trails in different countries team up in the name of partnership, mutual publicity and international cooperation. It is hoped the concept of Friendship Trails will spread internationally to promote the culture of walking and boost tourism. This will promote the sharing of […]

We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again – the Foundation really couldn’t achieve what it does without the work of all our volunteers. Whether holding the fort in the office, carrying out Track inspection and maintenance, guiding events, collecting and processing Track user statistics, and more – every one of our nearly 450 […]

In the Vision Survey undertaken in 2017, members were asked “Are there any sections of Track which, if an alternative is available, you think should be realigned?” While two-thirds of respondents indicated that realignments of the Track were not needed – 31% felt strongly that the Track should be taken off gravel roads and 4WD […]

Myrtle rust is an introduced and highly invasive fungal disease of Myrtaceae plants, including eucalypts, bottlebrushes, paperbarks and peppermint trees. It has now been found in all Australian states except Western Australia and South Australia. It was first detected in New South Wales in 2010 and has spread across the eastern seaboard and to parts […]

Walkers might recently have passed small teams of BTF volunteers upgrading erosion control measures along stretches of the Track in the Perth Hills. This is the start of a concerted campaign to improve erosion control along the Track – to repair existing damage and halt further erosion. Lunch break The trail corridor is always vulnerable […]

The Foundation’s partnership with Alcoa provides $10,000 a year towards projects undertaken by the Support Volunteer team. Each year we invite Alcoa’s employees to enjoy a walk on the Track with our guides and this year the group were offered the opportunity to see how these funds were spent at Swamp Oak Campsite, south of […]

For me, walking through our natural environment is important. I feel I have a better connection with the land around me when I wander slowly through the landscape. The gradual change in the geology, flora and fauna is not something everyone has the privilege to experience. Walking is such a personal activity too. We can […]

Nine SVs set out from Rame Head campsite this morning on Day 1 of a four-day campaign to finish the Conspicuous Cliffs stabilisation. Clear skies and little wind made for hot hard working conditions hauling materials and equipment uphill by hand and with the aid of ‘Isadora’, our electric wheelbarrow who could easily carry 90kgs […]

“A group of seven employees from Newmont Mining have made a major contribution to restoration work at Mt Wells campsite. Over two days, the group worked under the supervision of BTF Support Volunteer Charlie Soord to paint the inside and outside of the shelter, the fascia and downpipes; and oil the staircase and viewing platform […]

In early 2018, the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions started a partnership with Google, to capture imagery on key tourist trails and attractions for inclusion on Google Street View. Many attractions and parks were eventually included (see https://parks.dpaw.wa.gov.au/connect/read/get-bird’s-eye-view-google-street-view). Significant promotional and informative benefits were anticipated from the project. As one of the state’s iconic […]

CHANGE STARTS WITH YOU When you recycle with Containers for Change, you get a 10 cent refund for every eligible drink container you return. Keep the refund or donate it to your favourite cause. The containers for change scheme provides exciting opportunities for sporting groups and charities to raise much needed funds as well as […]

Albany Bayview Lodge YHA is a charming and award-winning hostel, centrally located in the historical part of Albany. They have a variety of fantastic accommodation available including single, double, kand family rooms, as well as dormitory-style accommodation. Whether you are travelling in a group or going solo, Albany Bayview Lodge YHA can accommodate you, and […]

Bibbulmun Track, near Donnelly River The Bibbulmun Track is a long-distance hiking trail that has been unequivocally designed for walkers and walkers alone. The facilities along the Track and the Track itself have been purpose built for walkers, and there is a network of volunteers who put a huge amount of time and effort in […]

5am. Outside it was dark, cold and it was pouring with rain. The downpour was a good reminder to double check the rain gear was packed. Heading out of Perth towards the lovely little town of Dwellingup the heavens continued to open. As the sun started to rise it became one of those stunning misty […]

You may notice some of our maps are now on different paper. DBCA’s Parks & Wildlife Service have advised they will no longer be printing maps on the old waterproof paper for the following reasons: the plastic- coated maps are not environmentally friendly, and the cost of importing the plastic-coated paper is triple what it […]

It is great to report that around 500 trees and shrubs were recently planted at Blackwood Campsite just south of Balingup. The site has been very bare since a bushfire destroyed the surrounding pine plantation.     A mix of mid and understory native species of local provenance were planted across the northern and eastern […]

Impression of the new Southern Terminus The Bibbulmun Track Foundation (BTF) is very pleased that the $150 million investment package to support WA’s tourism sector includes money for trail development and upgrades – including $1 million for the Bibbulmun Track. These works are to ensure the Track can meet increasing demand and continue to provide […]

The Great Southern Centre for Outdoor Recreation Excellence (GSCORE) are thrilled about the announcement by the McGowan Government of funding for trails and outdoor recreation in the Great Southern. Below is their media release with the details. Today the McGowan Government unveiled a $57.7 million package for the Great Southern as part of the WA […]

Denmark Visitor Centre Last Friday the 31st of July marked the final day of tourism trading for the Denmark Visitor Centre. The Visitor Centre had been around for over 50 years and in that time grew to play an important role in Tourism for the region. With a very knowledgeable staff and volunteer base supporting […]