Walk & Talk - SJ

Walk & Talk - Nature’s Boardroom

A new way to connect, collaborate and think clearly

Step away from your desk and into the forest for a Walk & Talk, a guided net-walking experience designed specifically for local small business owners in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale.

Hosted on the newly opened Whim Trail, this relaxed 3km walk winds through lush jarrah forest and provides the perfect setting to slow down, breathe deeply, and have the kind of conversations that rarely happen in boardrooms.

This is not a hike focused on distance or pace. It’s about connection, conversation and clarity.

What is Walk & Walk?

Walk & Talk – Nature’s Boardroom is a guided, facilitated walk that brings local business owners together to:

• Share ideas and experiences

• Talk through challenges and pain points

• Learn from one another in a supportive, informal setting

• Build genuine local connections

Think networking, without the awkwardness. Professional development, without the PowerPoint.

What to expect.

A 3km guided walk on the Whim Trail at an easy, conversational pace

• Light facilitation by Off The Beaten Track WA, encouraging open discussion and idea sharing

• Conversations shaped by the group – no forced agenda

• A relaxed light breakfast-style morning tea enjoyed on trail

• Time to connect, reflect and walk away feeling energised and inspired

The jarrah forest creates a calm, grounded environment that naturally encourages deeper conversations and fresh thinking.

Who is this for?

This Walk & Talk is ideal for:

• Small business owners

• Sole traders and creatives

• Local operators and service providers

• Anyone craving connection, perspective and community

You don’t need to be a seasoned hiker. You just need comfortable shoes and an open mind.

Why nature works!

Walking in nature has been shown to reduce stress, improve focus and spark creativity. By moving side by side rather than sitting across a table, conversations feel more natural, honest and productive.

It’s amazing what clarity comes when your phone is in your pocket and the forest is doing the heavy lifting.

Come walk, talk and connect.

This is your chance to meet like-minded local business owners, share the highs and lows of running a business, and leave with new ideas, new connections and a clearer head.

Nature is the boardroom. Conversation is the agenda.

What to Bring?

2ltrs water, notepad & pen, business cards, camera, personal first aid, a good attitude and big smile! 

Fitness level

Suitable for most fitness levels. This is an easy, low-impact 3km walk at a relaxed, conversational pace. No hiking experience is required and regular rest stops are included.

Meeting Point

Jarrahdale Oval, Nettleton Rd, Jarrahdale. Please click the pin in your confirmation email for the exact location.

About Off The Beaten Track WA

Off The Beaten Track WA is an award-winning, fully accredited Western Australian tourism business, delivering high-quality guided hiking and adventure experiences. Our trained Lead Guides and Support Guides are there to support you every step of the way, carrying two-way communication devices and a personal location beacon when mobile coverage is limited. Fully licensed and insured, we focus on creating safe, well-run and genuinely memorable experience out on the trail.

Special Thanks

This Walk & Talk – Nature’s Boardroom session is proudly sponsored by the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale, supporting local business connection, collaboration and growth within the community.

Supported by:

• Co.Lab
• Business SJ
• Peel Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Together, these organisations are committed to strengthening local businesses through meaningful connection, capability building and community-led opportunities.