Conference of the Birds Art Walk

Conference of the Birds Art Walk

A 2km walk along the Grand Ridge Rail Trail, taking you on an adventure based on an ancient tale with bonfire finale.

The Walk – Expect the Unexpected!
​The walk starts in Railway Park at 2:30pm sharp
Wear good walking shoes, rug up well, bring a torch & something to sit on.

Along the trail you will find installations, Performance Art, Visual Art, Sound, Dance & more.​ Choose your own pace

You have a minimum of 2 hours to walk the trail before the performance at the Meadows. The trail is suitable for wheelchairs, prams & mobility scooters with only some small inclines.

At The Meadows: Free community celebration and bonfire.
Find your spot near the sand circle, huddle up to a fire pit & listen to some live music. The finale performance will then go for approximately 40mins before the bonfire is lit. ​After the bonfire has safely settled the audience can gather closer for warmth & dance to the music.

On the way back to Boolarra, the pathway will be transformed, but BYO TORCH!

​What to Bring:
1. A torch – or mobile phone with torch app. is essential
2. Dress WARMLY – May is very very chilly.
3. Blanket, mat or camp chairs to sit on.
4. A Water Bottle
5. Good walking shoes – the trail is a bush trail.

Mobility needs
There will be special shuttle busses traveling from Railway Park to the Meadows for those who need assistance with mobility. Please register for a place on the shuttle – so we know how many people to expect. Shuttle Buses will also take you back to Railway Park after the event – departing around 7:45pm. Shuttle bus bookings essential