The Adventure Mum

What do you get a kid who loves adventure for their 13th birthday? For our son, it was six unforgettable days hiking Tasmania's iconic Overland Track with his dad. What neither of them expected was to find themselves trekking through one of the biggest snowstorms they'd ever experienced. In this episode, my husband Chris joins me to relive the highs, the lows and the moments that have alre...

What if you could experience the wild beauty of Tasmania’s Three Capes region without the $2,700 price tag? In this episode of the Adventure Mum Podcast , I share exactly how our family of five hiked a “FREE capes” loop through Cape Pillar & Cape Hauy  — clocking nearly 50km, camping under the stars, and soaking up some of the most breathtaking coastal scenery in Tasmania. I walk you through t...

When I became a mum, I thought weekends would be filled with sport — I was “Sporty Spice,” after all. But as my kids grew and started trying different activities, I began noticing red flags: early specialisation, exhausting training loads, and contracts that demanded far too much of their childhood. In this episode, I share why we’ve stepped away from traditional kids' sport and leaned into a life...

Join inspiring adventurer Di Westaway OAM as she empowers mid-life women to rediscover purpose and passion through the outdoors. This podcast celebrates women stepping into new adventures like hiking, climbing, and mountain biking — proving it’s never too late to embrace challenge, overcome fear, and connect deeply with nature. Wild & Well offers practical tips, motivational stories, and commu...

In this special episode, Philippa sits down with her 10-year-old daughter for a heartfelt, funny, and inspiring conversation all about hiking, nature, and family adventures — from a kid’s point of view! They explore how her daughter didn’t always love hiking, what helped change her mindset, and her top tips for other families to make outdoor time fun and enjoyable. You’ll hear their stories about...

In the very first episode of The Adventure Mum , I’m opening up about a fear that held me back for years—fear of the unknown and how it almost kept me from experiencing some incredible adventures with my family. I share a personal story from my time living in Cairns, North Queensland, where the fear of swimming in waters filled with crocodiles almost stopped me from enjoying some of the most beaut...

In this episode, Philippa sits down with Shannon from Restless Crusade, a bada$s adventurous mum who is kicking huge goals, including hiking through Nepal TWICE with her husband & twin girls. Shannon shares her inspiring journey of taking on epic outdoor adventures as a family, offering practical advice for anyone looking to bring their kids along on big trips. From hiking in the Okanagan (BC,...

In this second sneak glimpse of The Adventure Mum Podcast , join me as I take you back to my very first overnight hike with my 7 year old son. We set off to conquer Bartle Frere, the tallest mountain in Queensland, with zero fancy gear, no experience, and plenty of excitement. It was a journey full of surprises—leech encounters, heavy backpacks, and learning the ropes of hiking as a family. I shar...

In this very first glimse of The Adventure Mum Podcast , I share my journey from a fitness lover to a full-fledged outdoor addict and adventurous mum. Discover how a global pandemic sparked a passion for exploring the great outdoors, led to a life-changing year of family travel, and ignited me drive to help other mums embrace adventure with their kids. From camping trips in the tropics to hiking i...