Jenny
Born and raised in the deep south of New Zealand, Jenny spent countless hours by the local rivers, fishing for brown trout, and exploring the iconic hiking areas of Fiordland, Milford Sound, and the Catlins. These early experiences sparked her lifelong passion for the environment and laid the foundation for her love of hiking and […]
Anji
Anji’s passion for hiking began at age 14 while completing the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, and continued through her TAFE studies in outdoor pursuits and sports, completing a diploma in Phys Ed. After a long break for nursing and family, she moved to Perth and re-ignited her love for the outdoors by joining the OTBT […]
Kym
After retiring from 20 years in business management, Kym has happily been able to devote more time to her true passions—enjoying an outdoor lifestyle, staying active, and travelling. With a background in Physical & Outdoor Education, her love for sports and outdoor activities has been a part of her since childhood. Having also spent several […]
Estelle
As a hill’s local, Estelle loves nothing better than hitting the trails. She loves being out in the hills, taking in the views, enjoying the freedom of the outdoors, and escaping the everyday routine. But what really makes hiking special for Estelle is the people. The OTBT community is full of like-minded hikers who love […]
Mark
Mark started hiking with his dog as a way to maintain his recent weight loss and to escape from daily life. While solo hiking offered its benefits, he soon realised it could feel a bit too solitary at times, and unfortunately, his dog wasn’t much of a conversationalist! Wanting to connect with like-minded people, Mark […]
Jo-Ann
When I first started hiking with OTBT, I thought, “wow, this is pretty cool.” It was hard to find someone consistent to hike with, but OTBT was perfect for going solo while still feeling incredibly welcomed. Through this experience, I’ve met the most wonderful people, many of whom have become great friends. I never thought […]
Elaine
“Did somebody say ‘Outdoors’? I’m there!” This enthusiasm is exactly what drives Elaine in her role at OTBT, where she loves supporting guests to experience the joy of nature and helping them realise just how achievable it can be. She says, “I love the culture at OTBT—it’s inclusive, and we make hiking and outdoor activities […]
Monique
Monique’s journey with OTBT began as a guest on the Full Moon Yoga Hike. “I absolutely loved it and couldn’t wait to do another one,” she recalls. “The feeling lasted for days after—I was hooked.” Having lived in the hills all her life, Monique’s connection to nature runs deep. She spent her childhood exploring the […]
Rossdy
Rossdy is an avid hiker with a passion for endurance challenges. Having recently completed and loved the 3 Capes track in Tasmania, he also rates WA’s Cape to Cape hike as a personal favourite multi-day hike. Whether on familiar trails or seeking new adventures, Rossdy is always up for the next endurance test! The 18kms […]
Anne-Marie
Anne-Marie discovered hiking with OTBT in 2021 as a way to connect with nature and enjoy the many fitness benefits it offers. A natural athlete, she has always excelled in sports, playing for WA in both netball and basketball, as well as being a top swimmer—her favourite stroke being freestyle. Her hiking achievements include completing […]