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STORY IDEAS To help you plan your next piece here are some story ideas: LIFE IN THE SLOW LANE HELLO POSSUMS! Swap screen time for scenery time. There’s time in the mountains to relax and rejuvenate. Mt Buller’s Mountain Pygmy-possum recovery program has brought this species back from near extinction. EPIC MOUNTAIN BIKING UNPLUG THE KIDS Mt Buller is home to the infamous 40km Australian Alpine Epic. It’s a back-breaking, sweat-inducing, thigh-burning ride, that has broken some of the best. Will it break you too? Turn off the iPad, ditch the Wi-Fi and discover what kids get to up when they are introduced to the great outdoors. GREEN SEASON SAVINGS The mountains are great for exploring, whatever your mode of transport. Holidaying in the Alps in summer is a great way to discover the mountains, with prices generally lower than winter. GET SOCIAL PEDAL, FOOT AND HOOF Blog, vlog or Instagram your way around Mt Buller & Mt Stirling in summer and discover just how picturesque our Alpine region is in the green season. OFF THE BEATEN TRACK Get out of your running rut and discover the joy of running off the tarmac, on diverse terrain with stunning scenery. Mt Buller’s trail running network is a great introduction to off-road running. GREEN ALL YEAR ROUND HEALTH & WELLNESS Run, walk or ride the trails, breathe in the pristine Alpine air and enjoy the serenity and beauty of the mountains whilst working on your health and fitness Mt Buller and Mt Stirling are recognised as leaders in sustainability, conservation and environmental management, with a range of innovative programs. Mt Buller & Mt Stirling Summer Media Guide 2017-18 6