LifeTrail

19/02/2026

⛰ 1 spot left for any teen on our 5-Day Perth Mod School Three Peaks Teen Hike beginning 14th April 2026.

Suitable for Duke of Edinburgh Adventurous Journey requirements — or simply for teens ready to stretch themselves beyond their comfort zone.

The current teens are aged 15-16 years, you will soon become friends with everyone.

Follow the link to the hike page, contact Didier 0410 756 065 before you book.

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A 15 year old boys reflection after the hike with LifeTrail last year -

"I didn’t want this hike to end. 2 and a half days felt so fast, and I would do anything to relive it now.

I think it was a great experience that helped me develop relationships with people and look at people in a different perspective, especially some people that I didn’t quite like before the hike.

I also deepened my relationship with my friends too and it was a very new experience for me. I really loved the hike and it’s something that I will never forget."

This inspiring, incredible life experience on the Bibbulmun Track section is between the Brookton Hwy and North Bannister, so peaceful and remote you will forget the world.

08/02/2026

We have loved our first 5 months in Denmark, our community, trees, home grown veggies and fruit.

I have been mentoring an 18 year old young guy with Autism for 5 weeks, with the goal of employment, increased self confidence and independence .

His beautiful grandparents recently gave me this feedback and spoil me when ever I visit with delicious fresh coffee and biscuits. 💚

"We want to tell you how your time with him already after two weeks, had made such a significant difference. He's joining us on our walks, he wanted to come food shopping"

He told me he now cares about his health. He looks forward to our sessions and enjoys our chats"

“I don’t make people stronger. I place them somewhere they discover they already are.” - Didier

05/02/2026

Mental health isn’t always loud.

Over more than 15 years of mentoring in disability services and my own personal life experience following my marriage breakup, I’ve learned that some of the most significant mental health challenges don’t announce themselves.

They often sit quietly beneath the surface — carried through routine, humour, capability, or simply “getting on with things”.

For many people, mental health becomes a secondary challenge.

Not the thing they lead with.

Not the thing they feel justified naming.

Sometimes not something they recognise at all.

It can look like:
• managing day-to-day life, but feeling constantly tired or flat
• withdrawing a little over time, without knowing why
• feeling overwhelmed by small decisions
• losing a sense of direction, even when things appear “fine”

Often while someone is already carrying other things — caring for family, navigating work or unemployment, recovering from injury, or living with a more visible, diagnosed disability.

Because it’s quiet, it’s easy to miss.

It doesn’t interrupt. It doesn’t demand attention.

Yet when it is noticed — gently, without judgement — it can bring understanding to experiences that might otherwise go unexplained.

This isn’t about labels, urgency, or fear.

It’s about attentiveness, patience, and creating space for support before things harden or escalate.

Sometimes, the most meaningful support is simply being noticed, this can open enough space to take a new or different step forward.
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LifeTrail Blog -

Over more than 15 years of mentoring in disability services and my own personal life experience following my marriage breakup, I’ve learned that some of the most significant mental health challenges don’t announce themselves.

13/01/2026

A LifeTrail Blog

Creating a first resume can feel overwhelming — especially when you have no work experience yet.

This guide breaks it down step by step and shows teenagers what does count, how to start, and where to gain experience.

About the author
Didier Monot is the founder of LifeTrail and a life-skills mentor with over 15 years’ experience supporting young people to build confidence, independence, and readiness for work.

A simple, supportive guide to help teenagers write their first resume, even with no work experience. Includes job tips and ways to gain experience.

02/01/2026

Thanks to my mate and IT guru, LifeTrail website consultant Steven from BizWeb Consulting for creating this amazing promo for the new LifeTrail hiking instagram account.

25/12/2025

Forever changing and growing on this authentic journey.

Didier Walks to LifeTrail, and now serving Denmark and the Great Southern. So very grateful for eveyone along the way.

The updated -

The times in my life when I have experienced the most joy have been when I trusted my intuition and followed the path that felt right. Life flows more naturally when I make choices that align with who I am, rather than who I think I should be.

21/12/2025

A peaceful walk among the ancient karri and tingle trees of the Valley of the Giants, near Walpole 🌿

I’m Didier, founder of LifeTrail, a registered hiking commercial operator. After eight years guiding and mentoring in Perth, I’ve recently moved to Denmark.

I now guide small private groups on gentle, beginner-friendly Hikefulness walks in the Valley of the Giants and around Denmark — slowing down, listening to birdsong, and reconnecting with nature.

I also offer NDIS hiking and mentoring supports for people with disability, including mental health.

You’ll love it down here. 💚

21/12/2025

At zero degrees,
the world holds its breath.

A tent unzips.
Boots touch frost.
The Bibbulmun Track glows before words return.

Teenagers step into the morning
not knowing how strong they’ve become—
only that they already are.

And that is the joy.

15/10/2025

“Spending several days hiking with only a pack on our backs teaches us to be human, to love, to give, to thrive, to survive and to connect. In return, nature takes care of us.” – Didier

Didier Monot
LifeTrail
www.lifetrail.com.au
0410 756 065
Based in Denmark

15/10/2025

Hikefulness ™ - by LifeTrail

Realize that everything connects to everything else.” - Leonardo da Vinci

16/09/2025

I'm now in Denmark, what wonderful happy people in this special place to live and support others in my passion business.

The journey towards the best version of yourself.

LifeTrail has been operating since 2017, now a Denmark WA-based service provider, specialising in professional individual NDIS and self-funded mentoring, as well as licensed hiking services.

This small local business is committed to fostering independence, resilience, and self-confidence through its partnerships and affiliations with respected bodies such as the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), the Bibbulmun Track Foundation, and DBCA Parks and Wildlife.

LifeTrail stories

- 22 year old young man with ASD who has battled with his anxiety, employment was a real challenge, now lives independently and runs his own business as a Support Worker
- 21 yr old gender fluid ASD, with high anxiety, no income. Within 12 months, assisted them on to the DSP, regular independent volunteering, now studying their dream Art Certificate 3 course at TAFE.
- 62 year old man with early on-set Dementia, has hiked over 1000 km with me in 3 years.
- A group of nine 17 yr old Sydney girls wanted to complete their 7 day Duke Of Ed hike on the Bibbulmun Track, Didier made it happen, it was the best hike ever!

Check out our website! www.lifetrail.com.au and let's meet up for a coffee or a video call.

From September 2025, LifeTrail is relocating to Denmark, Western Australia. LifeTrail has been operating since 2017, specialising in professional individual NDIS and self-funded mentoring, as well as

10/08/2025

Since 2018, LifeTrail—previously known as Didier Walks—has been dedicated to guiding teenagers on multiday hikes as part of the Duke Of Edinburgh International Award program.

Our main goal has been to support and inspire participants by offering meaningful outdoor experiences committed to fostering independence, resilience, and self-confidence towards the best version of themselves.

During the July holidays, LifeTrail led two separate three-day hikes along the Helena Valley section of the renowned Bibbulmun Track.

These journeys provided an opportunity for Duke Of Edinburgh participants to challenge themselves and grow through adventure.

After completing their hike, participants such as Isabella and Meredith are required to submit personal reports to both myself and the Duke Of Edinburgh Award. I am very grateful they allowed me to share their reports with everyone.

These reflections offer valuable insights into their experiences and personal growth. Isabella and Meredith both 14, who are very close friends, took part in these hikes and shared their perspectives through personal, genuine, heartfelt reports.

This is Meredith's, a recent post shared Isabelle's experience.

I think you will agree, they are so beautifully written, I thought I had walked into a book shop.

Goal: To challenge myself physically and mentally by completing a 3-day, 2-night hike while building resilience, teamwork, and outdoor skills. I aim to stay positive, support my group, and develop confidence in navigating and camping in the natural environment