The Big Loop Trail – Joy’s Fitness Hub Hike 2017

The Big Loop Trail – Joy’s Fitness Hub Hike 2017

What a fantastic group of ladies! It is hard to fit 5 days of hiking, relaxing and exploring into a short blog, I hope the photos show what a great group of ladies were on this hike and how much I enjoyed their company. The camraderie within this group was really special and I know we all came away from it with lifelong memories and friendships. Many interesting topics where covered and our motto became – “what happens on hike, stays on hike!”

I have run out of superlatives before I start. We have had just the best week. In some respects it was like “coming home” to some of the spots of my youth. So well planned and thank also to Tilly for her great contribution. I could say more but the best compliment I can give you is to tell you I’ll be back. Loved it!!

Lindsay Allan Stockcamp Hike July 2018

Thank you Shelly and girls for an amazing experience. I didn’t really have an expectation – but it has been amazing. Such a vast difference to what I’m used to and the variety of landscapes and experiences has created memories that “our group” will cherish. The attention to details – table clothes, hand towels etc. have added a special touch and the food was truly outstanding. Thank you seems inadequate, it has been AMAZING!!

Cathy Hoare “Rockview” Bluff Qld The Big Loop Trail 2017

Thank you Shelly, Tilly, Pete and Liz for a job well done! You’ve done a wonderful lot of hard work to give us a great experience on your beautiful property, Herbertvale. Your attention to detail was very much appreciated: Crabtree and Evelyn citron soap “and” lotion, pristine white towels, cold cold soda water and lemon, very comfy air-beds and tents, meals and glamorously laid dinner tables every night. We were the kings and queens of your grass castle.

Thank you, we will be back.

Geoff and Narelle Ryan Beaudesert QLD - Big Loop (May 2018)

What a great Trek West it has been! I have ticked the box! 76km of walking, powering on with lovely friends and conversations, so many laughs, good food, spectacular scenery, nice wine, beautiful dinner settings. So exciting! I will never forget The Big Loop. Keep up the excellent work – It’s a winner!

Christine Kirby “Lochington” Springsure Qld The Big Loop - Joys Fitness Hub Hike 2017

Wow a thousand times over!!! When I left Brisbane to come on this wonderful 5 day experience all of my city friends said “Judy you camping!” This is not camping, it is GLAMPING. All the wonderful personal touches from our amazing tents to Tilly’s wonderful restaurant services, be it at the Stockcamp of by a waterhole, and the treks so great. It has just been such a great experience over all. Many, many thanks for your wonderful hospitality – I will be back.

Judy Rankin The Stock Camp Hike June 2019

We have just returned from the most amazing experience ever “The Stock Camp Trek” on Herbertvale Station. We had four nights at The Stock Camp which was glamping at its finest – spacious Bell Tents, flushing toilet and a hot shower!

Our days were filled trekking and exploring this magnificent part of the world – landscapes, gorges, open plains each and every direction a symphony for the eyes. It was also fascinating to talking to Shelly and Tilly and learning about life on the land. I will now look at a steak on the supermarket shelf a different way – I’ll see the steak and now know the story behind it.

One absolute hands down highlight was walking into The Lost City.
Historians, geologists, scientists, archaeologists and palaeontologists please take a deep breath….. a really really deep breath – It was part of an inland sea and is over 530 million years old. I can barely fathom that number as I say it and then type it! It was jaw dropping awe inspiring to walk amongst a history that was home to the trilobites.

All of the meals were delicious and plentiful. Sunset drinks on our first night was spectacular – beautiful cheese platter and plenty of champagne whilst watching the most magnificent sun set! Our last night’s meal at The Stock Camp was a steak, from Herbertvale Station, cooked on hot plate over a roaring fire. Mouth watering, delicious and a great finale to a wonderful four days!

Thank you Shelly and Tilly for being absolutely fabulous hosts and making the “Stock Camp Trek” and the “Long Lunch” such a memorable experience and one we will all never forget.

Sally, Jane, Maz & Jill – Apollo Bay The Stock Camp Hike August 2019

An amazing trek with beautiful touches. Well above my expectations! A huge thank you to Shelly & the girls. 10 out of 10.

Mym Daley “Waterview” Injune Qld The Big Loop 2017

A week of varied activities to keep the mind, body and soul in top condition. The sunrises and sunsets magnificent. The landscape varied and so beautiful. The history of the country quite fascinating and the evidence still seen. Cap all of this with a quite wine around the fire in the evenings and a beautiful meal and delightful company.

Mary Ranclaud Stockcamp Hike July 2018