The President’s Hike 2023
Joining The President’s Hike is a fantastic choice for our Tabor students. This event offers a unique blend of adventure, communion with nature, connecting with like-minded peers, and fun, all while pushing you to grow through challenges.
When: Friday, 6 October – Sunday, 8 October 2022. Depart at 2pm from Tabor Millswood. Returning to Tabor by approximately 6pm.
Transportation: Students to arrange their own transport or to carpool
Distance: Approximately 24km
Duration: Distance covered over 2½ days
Where:
- Depart at 2pm from Tabor Millswood.
- Drive to Tappanappa campground then hike to Boat Harbour Beach.
- The following day, hike to Trigg via waterfall.
- Finally, on the Sunday, hike to Tappanappa campground via Deep Creek
- Returning by vehicle to Tabor by approximately 6pm.
Accommodation: Friday and Saturday night in tents
Fitness requirements: A moderate degree of fitness is required as you will be hiking approximately 13km a day with a backpack. You really don’t need to be a top fit athlete to enjoy this. We are not out to break any records but rather to enjoy a wonderful experience together. That said, Tabor does withhold the right to decline participation if there is reasonable doubt about your physical health and safety in doing such a hike.
What to bring: Students to bring their own backpack, camping gear, food and cooking equipment. If necessary, assistance can be provided to those needing any camping equipment. A detailed hiking gear list can be found here.