The 5 Lands Walk is set to return for its 19th year with activities from June 21-23 and the main walk on June 22.
Whether it’s a serious step out like the Camino de Santiago or the Kokoda Trail or simply a leisurely stroll through your local community along the beach or through a park, a walk gives you time to think, chat, reflect and to appreciate your surroundings.
Inspired by its namesake, Italy’s fabled Cinque Terra, the 5 Lands Walk is timed to correspond with the peak of the annual northerly whale migration and is one of the Central Coast’s major annual events.
Each year the event attracts more than 20,000 participants including residents, families, groups of friends and visitors from across the state and overseas.
The walk celebrates all that is good about the Central Coast, from its rich cultural diversity to its stunning natural beaches and hinterland, along with talented artists and performers.
From humble beginnings the walk has grown bigger and better each year, thanks to hundreds of volunteer organisers and sponsors.
“On behalf of the organising committee, I invite you to come along, hear the stories of our local indigenous and multicultural communities, be inspired, entertained and enlightened by our talented artists and musicians, and captivated by our stunning natural beauty,” 5 Lands Walk President Pauline Wright said.
“Like so many thousands from previous years, you’ll be thrilled you took part, and we encourage you to bring your family, friends and community to share the experience.
“This amazing community festival is free, as is the public transport provided by Busways.
“It’s a stunning 10km coastal trek linking the 5 Lands of MacMasters Beach, Copacabana, Avoca Beach, North Avoca and Terrigal with art, music and culture.
“The Central Coast recently received a highly coveted global environmental tourism award.
“This year’s 5 Lands Walk celebrates and showcases that recognition, connecting people to people and people to place.”
The full program is available at www.5landswalk.com.au