Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Foost?
The Foost is an annual feast on foot – a pilgrimage from Lenah Valley to Mt Nelly on a full belly, with no jelly and no telly. We champion sustainable transport modes and domestic/natural activities. The Foost was conceived with the mission of welcoming the Tasmanian winter through the warmth and comfort of friendship.
When and Where is Foost 2025?
Foost 2025 will take place on May 17th, 2025. We start at 10:00 am at Kalang Avenue, Lenah Valley, and finish in the evening at Brinsmead Rd, Mt Nelly.
What should I bring?
Essential items include: Towels (for sauna/potential spills), Mugs, Cutlery & Plates (BYO to minimize mess), Head torches (it will get dark!), yourselves. Snacks are highly recommended – 'Don't trust your friends to feed you' entirely! BYO whatever else you need for comfort and joy.
What's the food situation?
Foost is a 'feast on foot'! Hosts may provide offerings at their stops - but the feast is really a feast of friendship. Don't feel pressured to cater for 20 people. If you have specific dietary needs or get particularly hungry, bringing your own sandwich is recommended. No guarantees on comprehensive meal coverage beyond host offerings.
Are dogs allowed?
Yes! Dogs are allowed outside everywhere.
What about children or slower walkers?
Children are allowed inside. Walk at whatever pace your heart desires.
How do we get home?
You can sleep in the sauna, on the floor next to the fire in your own tent in the front yard. OR perhaps get an Uber home or somwthing ?
What are the 'house rules' at stops?
Your house, your rules! Hosts are encouraged to communicate any specific rules (e.g., shoes off at the door, no more than 15 people in the sauna etc!) beforehand or with passive-aggressive signs on the day.
Is First Aid available?
Unfortunately all of our paramedics have refused to attend after last years Foost. Counselling is available to those who require a paramedic. Tell them how it makes you feel.
Who are the 'Time Keepers'?
At each stop, someone from the 'next house' on the schedule will act as a gentle/or extremely loud timekeeper to help us move along.
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