Will's Green Walk (WGW)Ā 

One day, I suggested to a founderĀ that instead of the usualĀ coffee meeting (I hateĀ traffic)Ā we should rather 'Walk and Talk' up Lions Head mountain in Cape Town at 5:55AM.

I invited another entrepreneur I was coaching for his fund raising to join us.Ā It was an excellent meeting and mentoring session (the equivalent to 5 coffee meetings and healthier too), as they say the rest is history.Ā 

WGW's is a perfect wayĀ to meet other like-minded people in the best natural setting that Cape Town has to offer.Ā 

I've committedĀ to walking up Lions Head every Friday morning with a group of 10+ (winter) to 50+ (spring, summer, autumn) people.

I try curate the groups as best I can, so there is a mix of all types of humans (local and international; founders and investors; ecosystem and business builders; newbies and regulars), however I do rely on a healthy dose of serendipity and referrals!

If you havenā€™t hiked up Lions Head before, here is some more info ā€¦.

Itā€™s a 5km round trip with a 370m ascent (peak is 669m above sea level) on a dirt road and rocky path with a few ladders. A moderate level of fitness is required, especially if you want to keep up with the conversation :)Ā 

The most beautiful panoramic views of Cape Town as you corkscrew up to the summit!Ā 

As extra motivation during the cold, wet and windy Winter hikes (June, July, August) I do serve hot beverages and a South African rusk on our 'Coffee Rock' table.

It generally takes 2.5 hours up and down at a walking and talking pace.Ā Including 15 minutes for photos at the top.Ā Enough time to return home, shower and be at your desk for your 9:30am video call.Ā 

It is not too hectic for anyone struggling with vertigo, they now have ladders installed on the steeper sections.

What to bringā€¦Ā 

  • Running/trail takkies (sneakers for my foreign friends).Ā 
  • A bottle of water (500ml+) especially during summer.
  • A hat, sunscreen and sunglasses (Dec to Feb).
  • A (head) torch, if you have one, I will bring a few spares (April to August).
  • A warm, windproof top.
  • A charged phone for photos (SaveĀ +27 21 937 0300 mountain rescue just to be safe).
  • Secure and safe place for your car keys (we have almost lost a few sets).

We meet at the Lions Head Parking EVERY Friday at 5:55AM to leave at 6:00AM sharp.Ā 

If you are late you can catch us up, justĀ WhatsAppĀ me. We generally summit before 7:00AM and return to the base by 8:30AM.Ā 

Here is the map link:Ā https://maps.app.goo.gl/kveGGqWZawwSgEeb7?g_st=icĀ (Lion's Head)

To confirm your place please whatsapp (+27 82 451 51 66) me in the week of your walk and we will add you to the list and confirm with a weather update.Ā 

Looking forward to seeing you on one of my WGW's in the future!Ā 

Onwards & Upwards TogetherĀ šŸš€šŸ¦šŸ¾!

Will Green

P.S Photo credits Gaby & Justin

P.P.S See you on Friday at 5:55am

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