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CONQUER THE CAPES INFORMATION GUIDE
GET READY TO Welcome to the 2022 Inaugural Cahoots
CONQUER THE Conqueror the Capes adventure …
ICONIC CAPE Where challenge, community and charity
TO CAPE TRACK come together to change young lives for
the better!
Thank you for your interest in the 2022
Inaugural Cahoots Conqueror the Capes
charity challenge; an adventure designed
to challenge, delight and empower!
This must do charity adventure challenge
offers you an opportunity to tick the
bucketlist and walk this iconic WA trail
with a group of like minded adventurous
nature lovers, who all want the same thing,
to challenge themselves for a noteworthy
cause!
A week of fully supported and stunning days away from the
grindstone: The Cahoots Conqueror the Capes charity
challenge is a bespoke and small group
Saturday 23 April – Friday 29 April 2022
adventure that offers you the:
Opportunity to walk the iconic and
Nothing to do, except walk, relax and enjoy this is a fully stunning Cape to Cape Track in a fully
supported trip with transport, meals and guides included. supported group setting.
Push your boundaries with a group of
Six days of fresh air, sunshine, exercise and adventuring in like minded adventure seekers,
the picturesque South West with nothing more than a day Make new friends and inspire the one’s
pack to carry on the trail!
you already have!
Immerse in a nature-based challenge
A chance to recallibrate - unplug and be in nature,
deepening friendships and camaraderie as you progress. to do good – raising funds to give
young people facing exceptional
challenges a chance to live their best
Luxuriate in your comfortable hotel room after each day -
no camping and roughing it! lives!
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Sumptuous meals and local delights to enjoy and savoir
each day, all prepared for you.
Option to have your own vehicle down to explore the
region at the end of the days walk section.
A BIT ABOUT US...
Cahoots joyfully empowers
young people to thrive...
Undertaking the Inaugural Cahoots Conqueror the Capes
challenge will leaving you feeling like you can take on the world
- because you can!
Best of all, your efforts will change the life of a young person,
enabling them to go on a life enhancing camp or program to
help them learn essential life skills to conqueror their
exceptional life challenge!
Cahoots is a WA based charity that provide inclusive opportunities to
young people facing exceptional challenges or living with a disability to
help them live their best life!
We provide recreational, cultural and educational camps and programs
that help build confidence, connection and life skills to help young
people maximise the opportunities in life for a brighter future!
We also provide much needed respite to families and carers,
working with all to touch and change lives for the better!
WHERE WILL THE FUNDS I RAISE BE GOING?
All funds raised from the Conqueror the Capes adventure challenge will be
directed to sponsoring more First Nations' youth at risk, through the
Cahoots Family Sponsorship Fund, supporting families experiencing
financial hardships and empowering these children and young people to
attend life changing experiences.
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By conquering for a cause, you can change the life of a young person.
With 350+ young people on waiting lists and needing support, your help will make a tremendous difference.
Goes towards enabling a young person to
attend a life enhancing weekend program.
Goes towards enabling two young people to attend a School Holiday
Program and provides much needed respite for their families families.
YOUR WALKING WEEK ...
Saturday Day
Cape Naturaliste to Smiths Beach 17kms
23
1
Day
2 Smiths Beach to Wilyabrup Cliffs 21kms
APRIL Day
3 Wilyabrup to Margaret River Mouth 28kms
Day
4 Margaret River to Boranup Forrest 22kms
Day
5 Boranup to Cosy Corner 20.5kms
Day
6
Cosy Corner to Cape Leeuwin 20.5kms You are officially a Capes Conqueror!!
Day
7 Leisurely Brekkie then back to Perth or explore the region at your own pace.
FRIday
29
APRIL
WHATS INCLUDED
6 days guided walking supported by 4 Guides
6 nights shared accommodation at Margaret’s Beach Resort
(extra charge for own room available).
All transfers to/from Resort to Cape to Cape Track
6 continental breakfast
6 dinners (including 1 celebration dinner at The Common Bar & Bistro)
6 delicious lunches, to eat on the Cape to Cape Track during your guided walks
Cape to Cape End to end Certificate for each hiker
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Training Plan - 1 x Complimentary Endurance Hike for each hiker once they’ve
signed up for the challenge
Free Hiking poles for hire This adventure is
Access to all official photographs brought to you in
collaboration with
Transport to/from the South West can be organised for an additional fee.
Off The Beaten Track
Your local adventure
specialists.
ADVENTURE INCLUSIONS
IT’S ALL DONE FOR YOU...
Social enough to be fun, small enough to
be special and stress free.
To ensure you receive a well-supported and enjoyable
multi-day hiking experience, the group size is limited
to 20 guests with four qualified outdoor guides
accompanying the group throughout the trip.
During the hike, we will be going at a pace where we
will enjoy the journey as well as the destination so
don’t fret – it’s not a timed race!
$1,750 (ex GST) with early bird
discount until 31 December 2021.
Thereafter, $1.850 (ex GST)
$250 non-refundable deposit
payable on registration.
All remaining fees due by 8 April 2022.
Payment plans can be arranged.
make a difference: $2,500
Things you need to remember to bring: Your sense
of humour, clothes, daypack, blister kit, good walking minimum fundraising target
shoes, camera and adventurous spirit! to participate.
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This must be achieved before the trip departure
date of 23 April 2022.
A packing list will be provided closer in.
Be prepared : A medium to High level of fitness is
required for this adventure. The journey of a thousand
miles starts with the first step
- Lao Tzu
Frequently
Asked Questions
I need to know a bit more…..
Will I be supplied with a packing list?
How old be I need to be to participate? Are there any Yes, you will be supplied with a packing list to ensure you
age limits? are prepped and ready for your adventure.
You need to be 18 years old to participate on your own.
There is no age limited for adults to participate though Can I have a rest day?
you will need to be physically fit and medically sound to Yes, you are able to have a rest day should you wish to
undertake an outdoor physical activity of this nature. In enjoy some down time and the beauty of Margaret River.
instances where you have an underlaying medical How difficult it the Track?
condition, you may be asked to furnish medical consent to The track is a medium to High level of fitness is required
participate. for this adventure. It is important to do training and be
What happens if I can no longer go? comfortable with hiking soft sand and dune inclines. We
If you are unable to attend for whatever reason, you can recommend well worn boots for this adventure as blisters
either transfer your excursion to another suitable could put an end to your journey.
participant or we can offer a partial refund or credit to What kind of training should I be doing in preparation
undertake a similar adventure in the future. for the experience?
What happens if I get injured or fall ill during the Included in your registration is a Training Plan and 1 x
adventure? Complimentary Endurance.
We have trained guides on the trip who are familiar with Will there be an info session prior to the experience?
wilderness first aid and medical emergencies. If you are Yes, you will be invited to a pre-adventure info session
unwell, they will be on hand to attend to your condition where you will be able to meet some of your guides and
and if need be, call for additional assistance to get you the ask any burning questions.
medical attention you require.
How much am I expected to carry each walking day?
Will the trip go ahead in bad weather? Each day you will need o ensure you have a small back
The trip will proceed with the itinerary modified if pack, water, light snacks, a cap, sunblock and anything
weather impacts any hike going ahead. In the unlikely else you may need to see you through the day. This
event the entire trip is affected, we will refund 50% of information will also be provided in your preparation
your trip costs or offer a credit to participate in the future. pack.
What happens if I can’t fundraise my minimum before What if I am a slow walker?
the trip date? If you are a slow walker, don't worry. We have trained
All participants will need to fundraise a minimum of guides on the trip who are familiar with all levels of
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$2,500 to participate. If you are having difficulty, our hiking. Although you will need to be physically trained
team are happy to work with you to help you reach your we will ensure everyone is able to hike the experience
goal. It’s easier than you think. We are here to help! safely.
Can I travel down in my own vehicle? How much walking do we do each day?
Yes, you can travel in your own vehicle should you wish to Each day you can expect to walk around 20km
do some additional sight seeing.
Can I bring my own food?
Can I spoil myself with my own room? We are able to cater to varying dietary requirements.
Yes for an additional charge you are able to enjoy your However, should you wish to bring your own food or
own room and privacy. snacks refrigeration will be supplied.
I’m excited, what do I do now? Contact the Cahoots team to get registered.
E: together@cahoots.org.au l P: 0431-447-602
www.cahoots.org.au/cape
For further enquiries or to get registered contact us.
E: together@cahoots.org.au l P: 0431-447-602
www.cahoots.org.au/cape
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