A big group of the Strong & Capable Community traveled by diesel train through the beautiful Bugle Ranges on Sunday afternoon.
The heritage “Red Hen” railcar took us southwards from Mt Barker to the very peak of the ranges at the now closed Philcox Hill station site. Situated in an opening in the trees on level ground, the station site is the highest point on the line (1,304 feet or nearly 398 metres above sea-level). Read more about the trip from the Steam Ranger.
The train was jam packed with train enthusiasts and people out exploring the Adelaide Hills region.
The weather wasn’t on our side to take a lot of happy snaps, but safe to say a great time was had!
A smaller group enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Gawler St Cafe in Mt Barker beforehand.
It was wonderful to connect with our growing community of likeminded people.
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We’ve handpicked a range of events that you’ll want to shrug on a winter jacket for; from Big Screen Gaming to riding a Steam Train around the Bugle Ranges. And the one thing they all have in common – they’re designed to bring liked minded people together and have some fun!
Our events are fun, low cost and inclusive! And your supports are welcome to join in. If there is something we can do to make participation possible for you, let us know, we’ll try our best to make it happen.
We can’t wait to welcome you at an event soon.
We have loaded up the fun this winter, here’s what you can look forward to;
🌟GAMING ON THE BIG SCREEN
🌟ILLUMINATE ADELAIDE FIRE GARDENS & DINNER
🌟BUILD A LEGO CITY
🌟RIDE THE STEAM RANGER
🌟HANDS ON POTTERY CLASS FOR ALL LEVELS
🌟TOUR CLELAND WILDLIFE PARK
🎫Bookings via Eventbrite are essential.
Find all of the details including dates & pricing on Eventbrite.
If you want to be part of a community where people with lived experience with disability thrive you are welcome to attend.
We’ve refreshed what it means to be a member of Strong & Capable and we’re pleased to be able to offer a range of benefits and perks, plus we introduced a Friends of the Co-op, so there really is something for everyone!
Read more about membership options.
A few members of the Strong & Capable Community headed out for a round of mini golf and pizza as a good excuse to get together and have some fun!
The course was travel themed and took us all around the world, and nine holes was just long enough for us to see some real putting talent!
No mini golf tournament is complete without giving out some awards:
Photo captions from left to right, Members enjoying pizza before the game, Clair taking a putt, Graeson & team taking a break between holes.
Get togethers like this enable meaningful social connections and this is what we are so passionate about!
Want to attend the next Community Catch Up and be part of our growing community? Then make sure you are signed up to the Co-op and keep an eye on our Event Calendar.
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There is so much you can get involved in around Adelaide.
Use this list to help plan your Peer Mentoring activities!
Whatever you are into, I’m sure you’ll find something fun to do.
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If you need help enquiring or booking into activities please reach out.
What did we miss? We love hearing from you so please share your own tips to find things to do.
Our Peer Mentoring Program Coordinator, Clair caught up with Leanne to learn how she found the experience. Here’s what Leanne had to say:
Clair: How were you feeling about participating in the Peer Mentoring activity?
Leanne: I was really looking forward to getting out and about and joining the rest of the world – I’ve been in a bit of a rut. A bit nervous about meeting someone new, but feeling quite happy that we were going to do something that we BOTH wanted to do.
Clair: How long had it been since you had visited a community market & what had been stopping you from going?
Leanne: I didn’t realise I had stopped going to things like the market. It’s not as much fun on your own, and almost felt like a task without the company of someone else who wanted to be there.
Clair: How did you feel while you were participating in the activity?
Leanne: It had been a while since I had been to something like this – so I felt a bit awkward. It was great to have the distraction of someone to turn to and talk about the things for sale, and someone to point out things I hadn’t noticed. I didn’t feel quite so conspicuous, or like I was standing out – as you can when you are on your own. I felt more confident and it was so good to join the community.
Clair: Do you feel like this is something you want to do again, has it inspired you to find a regular way to build this activity into your routine or even try something new?
Leanne: I love the idea of trying new things as a bit of an experiment. I have realised that I need to schedule more fun into my life!
It’s not part of my routine yet, but has reminded me how good it is to get out and explore and interrupt the cycle of staying home (it’s a trap!)
Clair: Anything else you’d like to add?
Leanne: I’m really glad that I gave it a go, and I felt great afterwards. It gave me the chance to join in conversations about what we did over the weekend. Usually I don’t have much to add.
The planning ahead part was a positive experience too, something to look forward to.
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If you or someone you know might be interested in participating in the Peer Mentoring Program, don’t hesitate to reach out.
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