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Wander the Pagodas:
A Creative Hike for Women

Explore, Capture, Connect

Just outside Lithgow, the Lost City is a dramatic maze of sandstone pagodas and peaceful bushland. Hike through striking scenery, soak in the views and pick up simple phone photography tips along the way.

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📍 DETAILS
Meeting Point: Lost City Walking Track Carpark
Day: Fridays
Time: 9am–1pm
Distance: Approx. 6km return
Group Size: Minimum 2 participants, maximum 6

WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS HIKE
This isn’t about chasing summits, it’s about slowing down, noticing the little things, and making space for creativity, connection and calm. The Lost City track (opened Dec 2024) winds through dramatic rock formations and peaceful bushland—ideal for stepping away from the everyday. Your guide Kirsty, a graphic designer with a love for nature, shares simple phone photography tips to help you capture the beauty around you. Come solo or with a friend.

HIGHLIGHTS
Guided Hike
  • A thoughtfully paced hike.
  • Navigation, safety and group support.
  • Insights into the area’s geology, flora, fauna and history.
     
Phone Photography Tips
  • Simple tips for framing, lighting and capturing the landscape.
  • Creative ways to tell stories through your photos.
  • Encouragement to notice the details, even if you’re not 'into photography'.
  • All using just your phone, no fancy gear or pressure involved.
     
Overall Experience
  • A supportive, social atmosphere.
  • Gentle encouragement, good chats and a break from busy life.
  • ​A mid-hike cuppa and relaxed picnic lunch with food provided by popular local café 'The Tin Shed'.

​Cancellation Policy
You’ll receive a full refund if you cancel at least 48 hours before the experience. Cancellations within 48 hours are non-refundable, but you’re welcome to transfer your spot to a friend. If we need to cancel due to severe weather or safety concerns, you’ll receive a full refund or the option to reschedule.
💰 COST

$95 per person

Includes:

  • Hike led by Kirsty, our experienced and First Aid certified outdoor guide.

  • Phone photography tips.

  • Mid-hike tea or coffee.

  • Picnic lunch (dietary needs catered for).

  • Optional return shuttle from Lithgow Station.

  • Fully licensed and insured to operate in National Parks.


🎒 WHAT TO BRING

  • 1.5–2L of water

  • Hiking shoes with good grip

  • Spare socks

  • Hat and sunscreen

  • A small daypack for your essentials

  • A mug for your cuppa

  • Phone or camera for photos.

     

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YOUR GUIDE: Kirsty Curnow

Kirsty lives in NSW and is an experienced outdoor guide, graphic designer and lifelong adventurer. She is First Aid trained and has over 15 years working in sport and outdoor spaces. After decades of coaching, competing and creating, she launched Seek Sista in 2024 to offer a welcoming, down-to-earth space for women seeking a sense of belonging and a boost of confidence. She’s passionate about helping others reconnect with nature through active experiences.

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