Bush-to-beach adventure

With an early start requiring some motivational nudges from Cottage’s Programs team, the Mentor participants set off to Anglesea for our day of outdoor adventures from the bush to the sea – mountain biking followed by a surf.

We met the crew from Geelong Adventure Specialists at the Eumeralla Scout Camp and their guides gave the group an introduction to mountain biking. There was a variety of nervous energy and excitement among the Mentors – it was the first time at this venue for everyone and the first time mountain biking for some.

With the basics covered and everyone familiarised with their bikes, it was time to split up and explore the local tracks. At the end of the first short track, we were greeted with arguably the best view of Anglesea and the coastline below us.

Inspired and growing in confidence, the participants followed the leaders exploring the variety of trails on offer. Working up an appetite and in need of some cooling down, it was time to head to Cosy Corner in Torquay for lunch and our surf session.

After devouring wraps for lunch, everyone was keen to hit the waves with awesome conditions encouraging all to get salty. This was the perfect finish to our bush to sea outdoor adventure, with most participants buzzing with excitement and looking forward to their next adventure – which ended up being a snorkel at the Cottage reef the following day!