Len has been bushwalking since his father took on his first overnight hike as a child. His skills developed with his father, then in the scout movement, before starting a professional career in outdoor education and guiding. He designed and delivered the Outdoor Recreation courses at Blue Mountains College, Western Sydney Institute of TAFE NSW. He has completed many walks from short jaunts through to month long expeditions. Len has been teaching people about hiking for over forty years.
course overview
Len will work with you so that you can complete the bushwalk of your dreams. Len will plan, organise and guide you. He will prepare you and your equipment. He will offer advice on purchases. Use all your own gear or ours. Walk in relative safety, with an experienced guide. Be tutored as you walk in hiking, navigation, environmentalism, photography, art and creativity, leadership and team work.
inclusions
specialised camping and hiking equipment
meals
tuition
4wd transport from agreed meeting spot
equipment lists and guides
exclusions
appropriate clothing and footwear
wet weather clothing
required
appropriate footwear
thermal and warm clothing
rain and sun protection
medical details, waivers and assumption of risk forms
travel insurance and ambulance cover
by booking you are agreeing to our terms and conditions which can be read here
miscellaneous
tents, sleeping bags, sleeping mats and bedding can be provided
stoves and cooking / eating utensils can be provided
maps and navigation equipment will be provided
packs can be provided
clothing can be provided
bring up to four people so you can invite your friends and partners
note: where appropriate it is best you use your own equipment that is fitted to you - though we recommend you only purchase the bare minimum and save your purchases till after you complete the walk
walks - locations
The walk will be determined based on your experience level and interest. Getting closer to the date we might even move or even postpone the walk if there was to be extreme weather event. We have so many possible walks so close to Sydney, to the west, to the south and to the north. The final walk destination will be made in collaboration with you.
investment
AUD$2200 per person per day- currently discounted to $1100 per person per day
Photographs of recent walks, mainly with my son, pictured. Photographs and text copyright © Leonard Metcalf 2025