The tragic circumstances of Simon and Mike’s deaths at Moonarie in August 2019 had a big impact on the the families and friends of Simon and Mike, the climbing community and significantly the Adnyamathana Traditional owners of Moonarie. Jim McLean from Bushwalking SA has written a beautiful piece describing the tragedy, sadness, healing and the coming together of Australians to heal and understand each other.
We were extremely privileged to attend a healing ceremony on the weekend conducted by the Adnyamathanya traditional owners at Moonarie to honour Michael and Simon and heal the land. I don’t really have the words to describe it but what was clear was their overwhelming connection to the land and heartfelt sorrow for the fallen climbers. Vince and Terrence led a beautiful ceremony and provided a lot of insights into… Read More »Adnyamathanya Healing Ceremony
We have been working with Sloper and the Moonarie guidebook is now available as an app on Android and iPhone. Download it here
I came down with a cold Thurday night and was having Fri off from work when what should arrive in the post but the new guide. I instantly was distracted from feeling miserably sorry for myself for the next couple of hours. Getting Stuart Williams to write the history I feel was the best possible choice of candidate, bridging eras with insight as well as avoiding the temptation to be… Read More »Moonarie Memoirs by Eddie Ozols
What I love about Moonarie is the feeling of space and the timelessness of this ancient land that makes such an impression. These feelings are heightened by the adventurous nature of the climbing here. As one sits high up on a belay ledge after an engrossing pitch, looking out into the vastness of the land, gazing at the arid mountain ridges stretching away into the distance. The clarity of the… Read More »Moonarie Musings by Rob Knott
I asked a few climbers this question last Saturday and the consensus reply was “Solitude”. One person mentioned climbing on the rim. This started as the Pound rim, but could extend to the rim of the arid interior or the rim of comfort. This is certainly an important component to me. Moonarie requires effort and commitment. From the walk up each day to the psyche needed for long hard pitches… Read More »What makes Moonarie Special by Nick Neagle
Easter 2019 was probably the most popular weekend ever recorded at Moonarie. With the recent release of the new Moonarie guidebook and the Grampians closures, attendance was at an all-time high. By all accounts everyone had a smashing time and got some great climbing in. It was great to see some old and new faces up there. As demonstrated by the recent Grampians bans, access to climbing areas is fragile.… Read More »Reminder About Responsible Behaviour at Moonarie