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25.01.2022 ACTION CALL!!! . Let’s come together to create a wave of generosity for all the folk, organisations and groups digging deep to keep us safe and healthy at the moment. Giving Tuesday is tomorrow and you can use that as a rallying point to give something back to the superheroes in our midst. . Support healthcare workers by donating supplies, advocating for them, and staying home Give to the organizations that you love most no amount is too little and nonprofits need our s...upport Help out small businesses by buying gift cards or writing an online review Combat loneliness by reaching out to a neighbor, relative, seniors or veterans. . https://now.givingtuesday.org/ See more

24.01.2022 National Volunteers Week! Can we play a game? Tag someone that you know who is part of the FHP team and tell us why you think they’re amazing and/or a funny story about them. ... But before that ... here’s a little thank you clip. K. Go.

23.01.2022 REFUGEE WEEK . We are looking forward to getting back out on hikes. . We have missed being in close proximity to all of our friends.... . This week, even though we don’t hike.... we do stand. We stand with those seeking refuge here! See more

21.01.2022 ITS ALL ABOUT THE TREES . If we really want to reverse the massive changes to our landscape and create some harmony in the wild spaces around us then here's a real easy way to be part of the solution. . Join with these good folk doing good things..... good!

20.01.2022 With a bumper autumn hiking season ahead..... we need your help! Volunteer, donate or spread the word- https://mailchi.mp//bumper-autumn-hiking-season-ahead-with

19.01.2022 AWARDS BREAKFAST . Two of our favourite words and First Hike Project got recognised in two categories by Outdoors WA Inc: Encouraging Participation and Innovative Outdoor Program. . We wish everyone a peaceful and enjoyable festive season and see you all in the new year for a 'hope-it's-all-back-to-normal' hiking season!... . #welcomeisthissimple See more

19.01.2022 This week, we celebrate Refugee Week! While we can’t be together at this time we really believe that the word 'Welcome' goes a long way in someone’s first experiences in Australia, especially as we walk together! We are so humbled and privileged to have shared conversations, footprints and hi-fives from people around the globe. It’s not difficult to extend a hand in friendship. Welcome is that simple. ... We can’t wait to get back to saying 'Welcome' in person again soon. Till then ... here’s a little message for you! (Via our QLD team)

19.01.2022 To all of our friends observing the month of Ramadan......

19.01.2022 #blackouttuesday

18.01.2022 LANGUAGE . One of the things that we take for granted is the ability to understand the predominant language of the country we live in..... spare a thought for those living alongside us who are in a very different position right now. . #welcomeisthissimple... https://www.sbs.com.au//migrants-and-refugees-fear-coronav

18.01.2022 AND WHAT A SEASON IT ENDED UP BEING . In what has to be the weirdest hiking season / year ever, FHP-WA still managed to put together four amazing events that aligned with our new COVIDSafe policy. The extra effort shown by our wonderful volunteer crew is second-to-none and we thank them from the bottom of our heart. . We had three day walks along the Bibbulmun Track with evening campfire dinners and night hikes back to the vans as well as a family day hike in John Forrest N...ational Park in partnership with Australian Red Cross. This season has shown us how creativity and ingenuity can really help us solve the puzzle that Covid19 has thrown at us. . @welcomeisthissimple Explore Parks WA Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries Bibbulmun Track Foundation Australian Red Cross CWA Perth Belles See more

17.01.2022 COFFEE BREAK TIME! . Get yourself a cuppa and kick back with Neil and the lads from Real Trail Talk, Mark and Donovan, chatting about all things First Hike Project. . #welcomeisthissimple... https://realtrailtalk.podbean.com/e/episode-64-neil-mccull/

16.01.2022 Have you shared a meal with a friend lately? Cooking, feasting and story telling is one way we can celebrate welcome this year! . Here’s a great reflection and an added bonus of a recipe . #firsthikeproject

16.01.2022 PODCAST AHOY! . Our good mates at We Are Explorers have an amazing podcast and we cracked an invite! Have a listen and dream with us about the next bumper hiking season..... coming soon-ish. . #welcomeisthissimple... https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ZjgHYfa7UILsGtTEQHH9c

15.01.2022 PERTH POST-LOCKDOWN BURGER DATE . You must be hanging out to get out there and meetup for a burger with some mates so we've got the perfect suggestion: do it down at the Vic Park Grill'd any time during the month of May. . We just happen to have our name on one of those Local matters jars so why not exercise your democratic right to win us some hike money at the same time...... you know it make sense.... . #welcomeisthissimple See more

14.01.2022 DID SOMEONE SAY HIKE . Yes, we did..... it's hard to believe after the mess that has been 2020 but we have successfully (and safely) completed our first hike of the year. . We went out with 20 new mates and almost as many musical instruments and ended up dancing the early evening away around a campfire on the Bibbulmun Track before a short night hike out to the vans. It is good to be back out there.... . #welcomeisthissimple #bibbulmuntrackfoundation See more

13.01.2022 We at First Hike Project are excited to see such a positive step towards talking about and dealing with racism in Australia. This has to be done (and funded) in the same way as other social problems are being tackled. One in, all in!

13.01.2022 NEXT BEST THING . Unfortunately, we are all still in the grips of a COVID-induced lifestyle and missing out on all the adventures we'd normally be doing, planning or recovering from, so....... all we can do is watch and be inspired by others. . Enjoy your weekend!... . https://www.walk1000miles.co.uk//51-adventure-films-to-kil See more

13.01.2022 You’ve not got much time to get down to Moore’s in Fremantle to snap up an original Ellie Biggs painting..... exhibition ends Sunday!

12.01.2022 BOARD MEMBERS WANTED! . We are on the hunt for some motivated and enthusiastic individuals to join our board to help steer and guide us into the future. Please see advert in comments for a full description of the sorts of legends we are looking to attract. . All sorts of skills, talents and backgrounds called for so email [email protected] for more information or to ask for an application form.... . #welcomeisthissimple See more

11.01.2022 HELPING HANDS . We have streamlined the donations page on our website to make it as easy as possible to help us. Each state has it's own link so you can feed directly into your local group or send us a donation to keep the org ticking along. . Another great feature is the fundraiser option where you can create your own fundraising event to link into ours...... helping us by doing whatever it is you do to raise money! Let's get creative!... . #welcomeisthissimple https://hub.benojo.com/connect/org/firsthikeproject/donate See more

11.01.2022 ART-TASTIC . Huge shout-out to our volunteer guide Ellie for donating the proceeds from a silently-auctioned art work to us and making sure we can continue putting events together. . Here in the west, we are starting a season of day hike events and the $710 from this windfall will go a long way to providing a well deserved welcome to some of our most recent arrivals. ... . #welcomeisthissimple See more

11.01.2022 PERTH PEEPS! . One of our volunteers, and amazing artist, Ellie Biggs is having an exhibition next month and is donating the profits of one of her works to First Hike Project. . If you have always wanted to get more involved with us an organisation, want to check out some sweet sweet art or just wanna come hang then we are going to be there from 10-11am Sunday 23rd August. ... . #welcomeisthissimple See more

09.01.2022 LOCAL LEGEND . We met Bob at Hewitt's Hill campsite on the first night of his 1000km odyssey to raise money for our good mates over at CARAD-Centre for Asylum Seekers, Refugees and Detainees Inc. . Please dig deep for this great cause and help give Bob all the encouragement possible to get down to Albany..... sometime soon. .... Go Bob! See more

08.01.2022 PERFECT WEATHER AND COMPANY . A lively, friendly bunch of young students from Cyril Jackson Senior Campus joined us for our adventure through the Darling Range. After an Acknowledgement to Country to the Noongar Wadjuk people we headed out, all smiles and chatter. The hikers relaxed into it, enjoying the bush, the birds, lizards and epic scenery, before a lunch stop had us filling our bellies and then hiking on into the afternoon. We reached Hewitt’s Hut on the Bibbulmun Trac...k Foundation where we settled in for the evening. A quick lesson in fire lighting resulted in a magical campfire whilst a classic camp dinner was prepared. The time went quickly and we headed out under a clear sky filled with starts, torches leading the way, to finish our journey. Everyone of the hikers was grateful and all were extremely keen to join us on future events. . A big thank you to the hikers for their enthusiasm, trust and for letting us hear their stories. Thank you, to all our volunteers for organising the event which has been made possible by a St John of God Midland Public & Private Hospitals Community Wellbeing Grant that supports local community projects that contribute to the physical wellbeing or mental wellbeing of our community. . #welcomeisthissimple See more

06.01.2022 This weekend, we begin to celebrate and welcome refugees and those seeking asylum. We stand in solidarity with you and seek to extend our hand in friendship as we hope for a secure and better future for you and your families.

06.01.2022 Those of you on Noongar Country (Perth,WA). Come and bid for this beauty today and hang out for a chat too!

05.01.2022 Welcome can be so simple. Watch and share.

05.01.2022 PROSPECTIVE PERTH PEEPS . Get on down to the WA Hiking Expo at the Perth Hills Discovery Center and sign up to join in the fun. We are always on the lookout for new volunteers and would love to have you share in the magic. . #welcomeisthissimple

04.01.2022 REFUGEE WEEK 2020 . This year’s theme is ‘Celebrating the year of welcome’. We aim to offer welcome through introducing the benefits of hiking and camping. Friends and participants of FHP are sometimes newly arrived and from refugee backgrounds. . Before we begin sharing our own stories .....

04.01.2022 Tomorrow is the start of Refugee Week 2020. Today is a good time to share some love and the story of what FHP aims to do. We acknowledge that we are guests on country, we acknowledge that this land always was and always will be Aboriginal land. ... Please watch and share this video. Our heart is for welcome.

04.01.2022 This Refugee Day. We are going to share some of our favourite friends who are welcoming in other ways. . For Perth folk. . Do you have others in your town or state that you love?? ... . #refugeeweek See more

01.01.2022 WITH RESPECT . We acknowledge the lands on which we walk, hike, camp and live have always been under the protection, custody and care of Aboriginal peoples. These same lands were never ceded and no treaty was ever signed so #alwayswasalwayswillbe means that we will forever be guests on these lands and must learn to treat it with the respect it deserves. . We strive to create and strengthen meaningful relationships with Aboriginal Australians, deepen our understanding of the ...traditional connection to land and culture, seek ways to hear and amplify the voices of Aboriginal Australians and take a position of listening and learning. . #alwayswasalwayswillbeaboriginalland See more

01.01.2022 TECHNOLOGY MEETS BACK-TO-BASICS . The Perth volunteers went on a group catch-up and reconnaissance hike to Mt Cooke on Sunday and our amazing coordinator Louise created this tracking video. . We are creeping closer and closer to our next season of (slightly COVID altered) hikes and the excitement and enthusiasm in the camp is palpable. Stay tuned for details!... . #welcomeisthissimple https://www.relive.cc/view/vMv85DYKAPO