Take A Hike podcast
Unwelcome Guests: How to Handle Leeches on the Trail
Planning a hike in North Queensland? From Paluma to beyond, we discuss how to manage those unwelcome leech guests on the trail, plus stories from our recent holiday adventures.
Hosted by Blair Woodcock on LiSTNR hit103.1 Townsville. Take A Hike is your guide to bushwalking and hiking across North Queensland - from Paluma rainforest and Magnetic Island to Hinchinbrook, waterfalls, and local trails. Blair Woodcock is joined by regular guests Luen Warneke and Cherry Judge for trail tips, gear talk, camping ideas, and the stories behind the region's best outdoor adventures. For hikers, walkers, and anyone ready to explore.
Take A Hike podcast
Planning a hike in North Queensland? From Paluma to beyond, we discuss how to manage those unwelcome leech guests on the trail, plus stories from our recent holiday adventures.
Take A Hike podcast
Find out what should be under your Christmas tree: Blair, Cherry and Luen share hiker gift ideas, gear tips and the best adventures of 2022 from North Queensland.
Take A Hike podcast
Join Luen Warneke and Cherry Judge on the Take A Hike podcast to explore Crystal Creek Falls in Paluma Range National Park. Discover Wilfred's Lookout, Torsten's Rock Garden, and get practical gear tips for this beginner-friendly 10km return walk.
Take A Hike podcast
Looking to chase waterfalls after the rain? Join Blair Woodcock, Cherry Judge, and Luen Warneke as they explore the best secret seasonal waterfalls on Magnetic Island and across the mainland.
Take A Hike podcast
Discover some secret falls you won't find anywhere else! Join Blair Woodcock, Luen Warneke, and Cherry Judge as they explore Wooroonooran National Park's hidden gems, including off-track hikes to the stunning Cowley Falls and Tipun Falls.
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Take a Hike and discover the WWII plane crash at Killymoon Creek! Host Blair Woodcock and guests Luen Warneke and Cherry Judge discuss this exclusive Townsville Bushwalking Club introductory hike, Saddle Mountain, and historic aviation sites.
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Join Blair Woodcock, Cherry Judge, and Luen Warneke as they explore the challenging climb to the summit of Mount Bartle Frere, the highest mountain in Queensland. Discover essential tips for tackling this iconic trail.
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Wondering if there are any cassowaries in Paluma? Join Blair, Cherry Judge and Luen Warneke as they discuss rare cassowary sightings, how to spot their tracks, and a complete guide to hiking Godwin's Peak and Pick Falls in the Paluma Range.
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Looking for a getaway? Here are some camping ideas for the Easter long weekend in North Queensland. Blair, Luen Warneke and Cherry Judge explore the best spots to pitch a tent, from Paluma Dam and Broadwater to Porcupine Gorge and Salmon Creek.
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Join the Take a Hike podcast to explore weekend options with an easy hike to Bluegum Creek or a hard hike to Ollera Falls. Blair, Luen Warneke and Cherry Judge share tips for Triple Falls, Lizard Gorge, and extreme Paluma adventures.
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Tune in to the Best Waterfalls and Couples Adventures with Luen Warneke, Cherry Judge, and special guest Dr Jodie Rummer. From hiking Moochoopa Falls to escaping leeches at Mount Sorrow, discover Townsville's top trails and wild couple adventures.
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Make the most of your Townsville wet season hikes with this guide! Learn what to pack, how to waterproof your gear, and discover wet season adventures like tubing at Rollingstone Creek or off-track navigating at Saddle Creek and Dolby Creek.