Walk a Mile in My Boots brings together thousands of South Australians to walk in solidarity alongside people at risk of or experiencing homelessness.
The challenge culminates in our community event The Final Mile – on Friday 9 August, 2024.
The Final Mile is more than just a walk; it's a powerful statement of community, empathy, and action. By coming along to The Final Mile, you are helping to raise awareness homelessness and supporting the Hutt St Centre to continue to provide essential services and support to people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
All registered participants are invited to attend The Final Mile for FREE! Please RSVP to attend.
Event Day
We're sure you've already added it to your calendar, but in case you missed it, here are the details:
Date: Friday 9 AugustTime: 7:00am to 9:00am
Where: Starting at Victoria Park / Pakapakanthi (Grandstand) to Wita Wirra (Park 18)
FREE hot breakfast at the finish line
Walkers leave at 7:15am
What to wear:
There’s no dress code but it’s likely to be COLD so wear the same clothes as on your morning walks.
This is a great chance to show off any rewards you’ve earned while braving the chilly mornings, just like people sleeping rough do every day. We’d love to see your beanies, socks and T-shirts.
What to bring:
A water bottle, team spirit and your well-earned sense of achievement.
Getting to The Final Mile
The start line is conveniently located in the CBD and easily accessible by bus, bike or even scooter!
Where possible please consider the environment and consider catching public transport or carpooling to the event as car parking in the area is limited.
To help further reduce the impact on local traffic and commuters we are leaving the start line a little earlier this year at 7:15 am. Please make sure you leave plenty of time to get to the start line by 7am to grab a hot drink and your well-deserved merch!
If you are driving, please note the road closures listed about and check traffic.sa.gov.au for further updates.
Walking The Final Mile
This year our walking route is taking us along a new path!
This path will have far less impact on traffic and increased safety for participants.
Sign up to volunteer
We would love for you to volunteer and help our team bring this amazing event to life!
We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make this event a success. Roles include setup, registration, guiding walkers, distributing refreshments, and more.
You may be studying event management or fundraising, or you might know someone who is doing the walk. Whatever your reason, volunteering for Walk a Mile in My Boots will be a fun, rewarding experience and the event can’t run without your support.
Key dates
Volunteer Registration Deadline
Please ensure all registrations are submitted by 30 June 2024. This allows ample time for coordination and planning, ensuring a smooth experience for all involved.
Volunteer Briefing
A crucial volunteer briefing will be held at Hutt St Centre on 31 July 2024 (time to be confirmed). For those unable to attend in person, the session will be recorded and made available for viewing.
Volunteering ais a chance to support a vital cause while accommodating your personal commitments. Whether you are a first-time volunteer or a seasoned supporter of Hutt St Centre, your contribution is invaluable. Thank you!
Please note that the Expression of Interest (EOI) for 2024 is now closed. We appreciate your interest and will update you on future opportunities. Thank you!
