Fred's passion, in addition to ophthalmology,
was mountaineering. So the Wild Women on Top Coastrek is very special to me and The Fred Hollows Foundation...
- Gabi Hollows
What is Coastrek?
Wild Women On Top Coastrek was founded by Di Westaway.
Since Sydney Coastrek began in 2009, with just 40 trekkers, almost 30,000 people (90 per cent of them women between 35-55 years) have been inspired to get fit trekking to transform lives.
To date, the $23.7 million dollars raised through Coastrek events have gone towards training hundreds of eye doctors and eye health workers and buliding new eye hospitals. All this has restored sight to tens of thousands of people who are needlessly blind.
Coastrek has transformed my life - it's the most extraordinary experience to walk with friends along the beautiful Sydney coastline and feel absolute happiness...
- Julie McCrossin
Your life-changing Coastrek adventure
Teams of four, with at least two women in each team, take between 8 to 18 hours to complete the challenge. You'll get fit while raising money to transform lives.
When you sign up for Coastrek, you embark on months of adventure: planning, preparation, training, fundraising, chatting and walking. Join us to experience the magic.
Ways to be involved
There are many ways you can get involved with Sydney, Melbourne or Sunshine Coastrek:
- you can enter or join a team
- donate to a team or a friend
- become a volunteer
Whatever you choose, your contribution will help The Fred Hollows Foundation continue our vital work to end avoidable blindness.
Who are the Wild Women On Top?
Wild Women On Top transform lives. They create wild adventure challenges to get women walking in nature, inspiring and motivating us to take action and get moving. When we move,
we feel natural exhilaration. Doctors call it 'lifestyle medicine'.
Wild adventure challenges and motivates us to get out of our heads and into our hearts to feel natural exhilaration. This can be addictive...
- Di Westaway, Founder Wild Women On Top
By committing to challenging adventures with friends, we’re motivated to do things we wouldn’t normally do, like daily walking. This creates sustained behavioural change.
But most of us need to be tempted by exciting goals first. The Wild Women On Top Coastrek motivates women to walk.
Sydney Coastrek
Sydney Coastrek is an annual event held in March along Sydney's stunning coastline. The 2018 event saw 2,600 happy trekkers crossing the finish line in Bondi having helped raise almost $2 million to restore sight!
We can't wait for next year's three new epic events starting at sunrise and taking you through pristine national parks, secret coves, stunning beaches and Sydney's iconic landmarks. Trek 60km from Maroubra Beach, hike 30km from Rushcutters Bay or join us for a brand new 15km walk starting at sunset and explore the moonlight magic of Sydney Harbour - all events finish at Tania Park near the iconic Manly Beach. Have an adventure with your friends along the stunning coves, bays, clifftops and nature trails and help change lives by fundraising and supporting The Fred Hollows Foundation.
The Coastrek adventure takes you on a 12-week training program. You'll get loads of expert tips and fundraising support to help you prepare for the big day. You’ll also get access to a huge range of nutrition, injury prevention, gear and other fabulous partner offers to support you along your journey.
Quick Facts
Date: Friday 15 March, 2019
Location: Sydney
Team requirements: Teams of 4, at least 50% women
Entry Fee: From $74 per person
Fundraising Target: minimum $500 per trekker ($2,000 per team of four)
Melbourne Coastrek
Our fourth Melbourne Coastrek in 2018 saw a record 2,240 trekkers walk along the beautiful Mornington Peninsula coast, bathed in glorious autumn sunshine, and raise over $1.7 million to restore sight.
This annual event offers you the choice of a 60km adventure from Cape Schanck to Point Nepean or the 30km trek from Koonya Beach to Point Nepean. Along with your trekking buddies, you’ll walk on beautiful beaches and nature trails, visit sparkling bays and rugged coastline steeped in history and you’ll gain fitness, have fun and help restore sight to people who are needlessly blind.
The Coastrek adventure takes you on a 12 Week Training Program and you will receive loads of expert guidance and fundraising support to help you prepare for the big day. You’ll also gain access to a range of nutrition, injury prevention, gear and other fabulous partner offers to support you on your journey.
Quick Facts
Date: Friday 24 May, 2019
Location: Mornington Peninsula
Team requirements: Teams of 4, at least 50% women
Entry Fee: From $149 per person
Fundraising Target: minimum $2,000 per team ($500 per participant)
Don't want to trek - you can still be part of the fun by signing up as a volunteer