Grampians (GPT) Run Mission (3 Nights)

Three Nights, One Mission: Trail, Camping, Connection

Halls Gap • Gariwerd / The Grampians

Dates: Thursday 25 September, 4:00 pm – Sunday 28 September, 12:00 pm

Head Guide: Keely Cooper

Wake under a clear sky, coffee in hand, and step onto trails shaped by ancient rock. Over three days, you’ll balance independence with steady coaching and logistics support as you practise moving on exposed terrain and sustained elevation. When the running is done, return to camp for warm showers, simple shared meals, recovery, and unhurried connection.

Mission Focus: Practical Skills on Grampians Peaks Trail–Style Terrain

Build confident movement over rocky, technical, and steep ground. Pace stays conversational; learning is specific and repeatable.

Exposure management: steady footing, optional poles, reading the ground
Climb & descent economy: uphill gears, downhill control, switchbacks
Back-to-back rhythm: fuelling, pacing, layering, simple recovery habits
Navigation awareness & trail safety for this environment

Why Camping with the Her Trails Crew

Camping keeps you close to the terrain and simplifies the days. We handle core logistics so you can focus on learning, moving, and resting well.

Support with set-up and a calm base to return to
Warm showers and nourishing shared dinners; straightforward breakfasts
Clear daily plans with options for different paces and experience levels
Evening debriefs and Q&A to consolidate what you practised

What’s Included

Three days of guided trail running and skill blocks (varied options)
Three nights camping at/near Halls Gap
Breakfasts and dinners; guidance on simple on-trail snacks
Route selection, basic safety support, daily briefings and debriefings
Coaching with Keely Cooper (pacing, mindset, adventure support and mobility)
Pre-trip emails with packing list, run notes, and itinerary snapshot
Community link for practical updates before the trip
Adventure fuel options to trial across the weekend
Her Trails apparel surprise for each participant

What to Bring

Sleeping pad
Sleeping bag
Core nutrition you want to test on back-to-back days
Full gear list emailed after sign-up

Sample Itinerary

Day 1 (Thu • 4:00 pm): Arrive Halls Gap, camp set-up, easy town mobility after the drive, evening briefing.

Day 2 (Fri • Section 3): Introduction run with heat/conditions stimulus (pace play); option to add The Pinnacle for longer, steeper, more technical terrain; practise steady focused running back to Halls Gap and technical descent control.

Route: Boroka & Chatauqua via Mt Difficult Road • ~18.2 km • +754 m / −745 m. Evening debrief on fuelling, mindset, and any sticky spots.

Day 3 (Sat • Long Run Day): Long technical trail day; fuel strategy and exposure management; steady footing on matched ascents/descents; hiking with purpose and intent.

Route: Section 2 — Jimmy Creek Campground → Griffin Picnic Area / Griffin Fireline • ~23.6 km • +656 m / −697 m. Evening debrief on fuelling, mindset, and any sticky spots.

Day 4 (Sun): Short shake-out on fatigued legs; final debrief with key takeaways and what you’ll implement in race strategy.

Route: Halls Gap Loop • ~7.8 km • +517 m / −517 m.

Routes/timings may adjust for weather and safety.

Who It’s For & Benefits

Preparing for the Grampians Peaks Trail or similar technical routes
Want a supported step into back-to-back trail days and camping
Value clear, repeatable skills that build confidence on rock and elevation

Takeaways: steadier footing, calmer pacing, simpler fuelling, and a clearer read on terrain and conditions.

Investment

$549 per person (Pay in Full discounted to $520)

Pay in Full: discounted rate $520
2 Payments: $275 now, $275 in 30 days (commitment to both payments)

Refunds & transfers available within 48 hours of purchase only. After 48 hours, payments are non-refundable.

Quick Answers

Distances: Guided options for varied paces; sessions focus on skills over speed.
Camping experience: Not required: we’ll support the basics.
Food: Breakfasts, dinners, trail snacks and some post-run goodies included. Bring any personal supplies you like during/post-run.