Adventure Smart

This WA Day long weekend is the perfect chance to get outside and celebrate everything that makes Western Australia so special.

As we head into the first official days of winter, there’s still so much to explore—crisp mornings on the trails, wide open beaches, calm waterways, and forests that feel especially alive this time of year.

Time outdoors isn’t just about adventure, it’s about connection—to nature, to each other, and to ourselves. Whether you’re heading out for a big hike, a coastal walk, a paddle, or just a simple picnic in your local park, it all counts.

Just remember: winter conditions can change quickly across WA. So explore, have fun, and make the most of it—but be prepared. Check conditions, pack for the weather, and let someone know your plans.

Stay safe, stay curious, and enjoy everything our incredible state has to offer this WA Day long weekend.

Ride to the conditions 🚵‍♂️

Autumn weather can change quickly, and trail conditions can change with it.

Before you hit the trails:
• Check recent weather and trail reports
• Take it easy on corners, loose gravel and wet sections
• Adjust your speed and riding style to suit the terrain

A little extra caution helps you stay in control and enjoy the ride safely.

Autumn can be a brilliant time to climb in WA, but it also comes with wetter approaches, slippery rock, muddy descents, and changing conditions that can make a day out more serious than expected.

As part of Adventure Smart WA’s Autumn Ready campaign, we are encouraging climbers to slow down, check conditions, and watch their step this season. Take care on damp trails, uneven ground, wet belay ledges, and loose terrain whenever you are heading outdoors.

Before you head off, check the weather, wear suitable footwear, allow extra time, and make sure you are prepared for changing conditions. A little extra care can make a big difference.

From 1 September 2026, safety requirements are changing — make sure you’re aware of what’s needed and update your equipment before heading out.

Now’s the time to check your gear, replace outdated flares, and be prepared well ahead of September so you can stay safe on the water.

From 1 September 2026 parachute flares will no longer be accepted as part of the required safety equipment for recreational vessels, only red and orange flares will be. 🛥
If you carry a GPS enabled EPIRB, or Personal Locator Beacon (PLB) transition to an electronic visual distress signal (EVDS) 🙂
More at; https://www.transport.wa.gov.au/marine/recreational-boating/rules-safety-guides/safety-equipment/flares-evds

Remote travel – Be self-sufficient 🌄

When you’re travelling remote, help isn’t always close by.

Make sure you carry:
• Extra water, food and fuel
• Recovery gear and a spare tyre (or two)
• A communication device (PLB, satellite phone or radio)

Being prepared means you can handle the unexpected.

Be prepared for anything 🌊

Cooler weather doesn’t mean fewer risks on the water.

Make sure you:
• Wear a lifejacket
• Carry communication devices (phone, radio, EPIRB/PLB)
• Keep an eye on changing conditions

Things can change quickly – being prepared keeps your day on track.

Ride to the conditions 🚵‍♂️

Autumn trails can be fast one day and slippery the next.

Before you ride:
• Check trail conditions and recent weather
• Slow down on corners, loose gravel and wet sections
• Adjust your riding to suit the terrain

Staying in control means you can enjoy the ride and the season.

Today, on ANZAC Day, we pause to honour and remember the service and sacrifice of all Australian and New Zealand Defence Force personnel, past and present.

ANZAC Day is a time for reflection — a moment to acknowledge the courage, mateship, and resilience of those who have served, and to recognise the profound and lasting impact they have had on our communities, our country, and our freedoms.

Across Western Australia, as people gather at dawn services, marches, and memorials, we are reminded of the values that continue to unite us: respect, endurance, sacrifice, and connection to community and place.

Lest we forget.

With the ANZAC Day long weekend upon us, it’s a timely reminder to pause, reflect, and also get prepared as we head deeper into autumn.

As the season shifts across Western Australia, conditions can change quickly — cooler mornings, shorter days, and variable weather can all impact time outdoors. Whether you’re heading away for a weekend trip, getting out on the trails, or spending time with family and friends, it’s a good opportunity to make sure you’re autumn ready.

Plan ahead, check the forecast, pack appropriately for changing conditions, and let someone know your plans before you go. A little preparation helps ensure your time outdoors is safe, enjoyable, and memorable for all the right reasons.

Stay safe this long weekend and enjoy the change of season.