Pram Walks
The Maroondah Pram Walk is currently not running, and there are no future dates scheduled at this time. We apologise for the inconvenience.
Please email MCHAdministration@maroondah.vic.gov.au if you would like to be contacted when this program resumes.
In the interim, reach out to a friend or family member to enjoy some fresh air, gentle exercise and support reducing stress, anxiety and improve your mental wellbeing.
Find accessible walks and trails in your area
Benefits of walking
Walking is a great introduction to physical activity and is an excellent form of exercise for people of all ages and abilities. Walking can help to reduce stress, have a healthier body, and even strengthen relationships. For more information about local walking routes and trails, including extended lighting for walking at night, visit Walking in Maroondah.
Walking tips
Check the weather forecast and wear suitable clothing and shoes
Consider packing spare items for you and your child. You may get hot, sweaty or dirty while outside.
Be sun smart
Think UV, not heat! UV rays can't be seen or felt and can damage your skin - even on cool or cloudy days.
Sun protection is recommended whenever UV levels reach 3 or higher. Check the Bureau of Meteorology’s daily UV Alert or download the SunSmart app to keep track of UV levels.
To be sun smart you should:
- slip on clothing that covers as much skin as possible
- slop on SPF20 or higher, broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen
- slap on a broad-brimmed hat
- seek shade
- slide on sunglasses.
Take water and healthy snacks
Walking is hungry and thirsty work! Make sure you have enough food for you and your child and to stay hydrated in warm weather. Make sure you take any rubbish home with you.
Snake safety
As the weather starts to warm up and we head outdoors, it’s also the time for snakes to emerge from their winter slumber.
Particular care needs to be taken near long grass or hollow logs, near water or near rocks in sunny positions.
Make sure you:
- always be alert and look ahead and where you are stepping
- stick to wide paths and tracks in bush areas and do not walk through long grass
Snakes can hear vibrations and not sounds. Practice stomping really hard as you play outside to warn the snakes you are nearby.
If you happen to come across a snake, don’t panic. Stay still at first and then back away quietly and slowly.