Melbourne: Murray River 5-Day Paddle with Local Artist

Meet at Southern Cross Station in Melbourne and travel to Cobram as a community. Begin to imagine your trip together. Over the next four days, immerse yourself in your environment, paddling, being with yourself, each other, the more-than-human world, and Country (as well as your artist in residence, who may come with art supplies, song or dance, curiosities, and a sparking of your imaginations).

As paddles cut through water, rhythmically tracing the river's ancient path, begin to shed the illusion of separation, recognizing humanity not as an observer, but as an integral thread in the ecosystem's complex weave.

The journey unfolds like a conversation with the landscape, each bend of the river revealing layers of interconnection - the water itself as storyteller. Learn to listen—not just with ears, but with your entire being—to the subtle languages of water, wind, and wildlife.

Nights under open skies become an opportunity for a profound communion with the environment. The boundary between self and landscape blurs, as the sounds of rustling leaves, distant bird calls, and the river's gentle movement weave a complex tapestry of belonging. Each moment becomes an invitation to step beyond human-centric perspectives and recognize the intricate web of life that sustains and surrounds you.

This is not simply a journey across kilometers, but a passage through understanding—a slow, deliberate pilgrimage that allows you to rediscover your fundamental connection to the natural world, each other, and yourself.

What to bring

• Comfortable clothes
• Daypack
• Hat
• Insect repellent
• Reusable water bottle
• Sleeping bag
• Sunscreen
• Water

Not allowed

• Littering

Know before you go

• Alternatively, we can meet you at Cobram on the way.
• Meet at Southern Cross Station, allow the journey to unfold.
• Please bring sleeping bag with you. Alternatively you can hire from us.