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1 May, Fri 8:57AM			Discovering Sydney 16: Lapstone circuit part 1
Grade:3/6	Length	8km	200m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Updated Details) Discovering Sydney: learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew. Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister. Lapstone to Glenbrook LEADER: Philip Wright Steep and uneven bits Limit: 10. View

2 May, Sat 8:00AM			Bonnum Pic
Grade:4/6	Length	15km	520m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Rising high above the Nattai River is the imposing peak of Bonnum Pic whose spire like appearance has attracted walkers for generations. The walk out to this feature follows an amazing ridge full of interesting pagoda like rocks with fabulous views all along the way. Also worth a look is an Aboriginal well complete with stone lid and much more. rock scrambling Location: Nattai National Patk Map: Hilltop 8929-2N Limit: 20. View

2 May, Sat 6:15AM			Point Green and Wolgan Falls
Grade:5/6	Length	9km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Find out why this spectacular area must be better protected for future generations. We will visit Point Green and the Wolgan Falls, starting and finishing on Sunnyside Ridge Road. About 9 km. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Gardens of Stone SCA Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View

4 May, Mon 10:27AM			Cockatoo Island
Grade:1/6	Length	5km	100m	Sydney Branch
Sophie A.
Meeting at Wharf 5, Circular Quay for the 10:07am ferry to Cockatoo Island. Alternatively you can meet the leader at Cockatoo Island Wharf at 10:27am. A stroll around the Island looking at its construction and convict past as well as its tourism uses today. A fascinating day out. No bookings are being taken for this walk. Seagulls, uneven paths in places. Location: Cockatoo Island View

4 May, Mon 9:35AM			Colliers Causeway
Grade:3/6	Length	9km	400m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
This is not an easy walk. Walls Ledge, Colliers Causeway, Porters Pass. Old tracks, creek crossings, scrambling, muddy sections. Location: Blackheath Map: Katooma Limit: 20. View

5 May, Tue 9:30AM			SHTue: Mt Penang & Baldy Billy Peaks at Guula Ngurra NP (Canyonleigh) [Gr:4 D:8 A:250] #SH806
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:4/6	Length	8km	250m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Neil O.
Two separate walks to two peaks in different areas of the beautiful Guula Ngurra NP, with a minor car shuffle. The Mt Penang loop walk follows a pleasant, well-formed track up to the summit of Mt Penang with its panoramic views. The track winds steadily uphill with a short, steep climb at the end. The Baldy Billy Peak walking track is an out-and-back walk to another summit with spectacular views down into the Wollondilly R valley below. After an initial short but very steep descent we cross a pretty, wide valley floor and then start the slow, steady climb to the summit of Baldy Billy Peak and then return along the same route. Steep climbs & descents, uneven surfaces, indistinct track in places, unfenced cliff edges, slippery in places (walking poles recommended). Map: Hansworth 8929-3S Limit: 20. View

6 May, Wed 10:00AM			Explore access to Warrenmadhaa, our newest National Park
Grade:2/6	Length	2km		Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Walk to Old Ford Crossing in Keith Longhurst Reserve, Kentlyn. Easy gentle slope down to Georges River. Gently sloping walk back up beside Peter Meadows Creek. Plant ident along the way! Location: Keith Longhurst Reserve Limit: 20. View

6 May, Wed 5:34PM			Wollstonecraft to Kirribilli
Grade:3/6	Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Hildegard S.
Walk from Wollstonecraft to Kirribilli via Berry Island, Balls Head Reserve and Coal Loader. Beautiful bush and harbour views. Bookings only from one week before date of walk please. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 15. View

8 May, Fri 9:30AM			Artarmon station to North Sydney
Grade:2/6	Length	9km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
LEADER: Heather Lakiss: RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com Artarmon to North Sydney walk. This is the report from a previous walk: Immediately upon exiting Artarmon Station a bush track hugged the railway line and led to a clearing where gigantic carved gumnuts idly lay. At Hallstrom park beautiful sandstone sculptures of animals paid homage to Hallstrom’s involvement in Taronga Zoo. Nearby Walter Burley Griffin’s Incinerator had been recycled - into a cafe and a gallery. Heather recited poetry at Henry Lawson’s Cafe before we continued to Tunks Park for morning tea. A delightful finale was St. Thomas Rest Park, an historic cemetery. St. Leonards Park for lunch then home via the Metro. Limit: 10. View

9 May, Sat 9:15AM			CO: Nambucca State Forest (GKNP)
Grade:2/6	Length	4km	20m	Coffs Harbour Branch
65334
(NEW!!!) Grade: 2 relaxed: Ascent: 20m apprx. Distance: 4km plus optional 1km. Leader: Lyn Orrego assisted by Lyn McRae. RSVP to Lyn Orrego. Overview: Get to know this unique coastal forest, that is to be part of the Great Koala National Park. Drive to three sites where we will do short walks (30 mins to 1 hr each). See towering, koala habitat native forest, old growth Scribbly gum in the western side. Littoral rainforest at the beach access. Discuss management issues for the new GKNP. Lunch by the beach. If you are short on time - join in for the first 2 sites for 2 1/2 hours. Preparation: BYO drinking water, packed lunch and any other personal needs. Wear walking boots, long pants etc. bring hat, sunscreen and insect repellent. Subject to suitable weather and leader will notify notify via email if cancelled. Registration: email your name and companion’s and all your NPA membership numbers to Lyn Orrego, Bushwalk leader: lynorr@iinet.net.au who will then confirm your registration. Non-member visitors are welcome: but will need to join NPA if wishing to attend more than three activities in any 2-year period. Looking forward to sharing a lovely time in the forest! Walk on some slopes. Bring repellent for ticks and leeches. Location: Nambucca SF View

9 May, Sat 8:00AM			Sunnyside Canyon, the Acoustic chamber and Foxs Wedge
Grade:4/6	Length	7km	200m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Sunnyside canyon is essentially a dry canyon although you might get wet feet. It is characterised by some amazing chambers along its length, with Acoustic being the biggest and most spectacular. As you enter the canyon there are some superb pagodas which are also worth exploring too, but the most stunning formation is along the cliffs to the west of the canyon itself. This rocky outlier is called Foxs Wedge and it is indeed a sight to behold! On this trip there will be plenty of time to explore the various nooks and crannies of the concentrated and fascinating location. rock scrambling/offtrack walking Location: Gardens of Stone NP Limit: 12. View

10 May, Sun 8:00AM			Mothers Day Treat – Walk Didthul (Pigeon House Mountain)
Grade:4/6	Length	7km	500m	Milton Branch
32009
A steep but rewarding walk with views of the district. By starting early we hope to avoid the crowds. The steepest section is now a gentler zig-zag. There are great views from the peak in all directions making the climb worthwhile. We will take a short break on the way up and then have a more extensive break just below the peak on the way down – celebrating all mothers. Bring your own cup and some extra water and the leader will provide hot drinks. Morning tea to share would be great. Lunch back at the cars. Limit:12 - preference given to Mothers, new members and those who have never been to Pigeon House before. A series of ladders at the top with railings and resting platforms, plenty of encouragement for those queasy with heights. Location: Morton NP Limit: 12. View

11 May, Mon 8:50AM			Faulconbridge to Springwood
Grade:3/6	Length	11km	275m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
From Faulconbridge station St Georges Crescent and Shirlow to Hillcrest Road. Tracks to Adeline Park. Trail and track down to Burgessiana Forest. Up to Grose Road and Chapman Parade. Pass Norman Lindsay gallery to Lindsay Road. Bush track to Springwood Creek. Tracks back to Springwood station. Steep, rough, roads, slippery Location: North Springwood Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 15. View

12 May, Tue 9:00AM			Bendalong Coastline
Grade:3/6	Length	12km		Milton Branch
Maureen & David C
A walk mainly on beaches and tracks overlooking the water. Visit some of Bendalong’s unspoilt beaches and see the seals. Continue to Green Island, off Cunjurong Point and walk around it if the tide is favourable. Return to the start, with more coastal views en route, for afternoon tea. Some beaches and rocky headlands. View

12 May, Tue 7:03AM			SHTue: Coogee Beach to Malabar Beach at Sydney [Gr:3 D:10] #SHS107
Grade:3/6	Length	10km		Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Sue M.
(Fully Booked) Train to Central. Bus from Central to Coogee Beach. Coastal walk with a bit of road and bush walking. Bus and light rail from Malabar back to Central. NOTE: (Changed itinerary) Bring your Opal Card Limit: 20. View

13 May, Wed 9:45AM			Mt Victoria Circuit via caves
Grade:3/6	Length	10km	450m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(NEW!!!) Meet at Mt Victoria station, walk to Ross Cave, Mt Piddington, Ferris Cave, Hornes Point, walk along the track looking down into the valley to Pulpit Rock, Bushrangers Cave and back to the station via Engineers Cascade. Lovely caves and beautiful views along the way. Steep and slippery sections. Location: Mt Victoria Limit: 15. View

13 May, Wed 10:10AM			Richmond Historical Walk
Grade:2/6	Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Sylvia C.
An historic walk around Richmond, one of the Macquarie era towns of the Hawkesbury Area. Bookings only from one week before date of walk please. Location: Richmond Limit: 15. View

14 May, Thu 8:30AM			Tour de Bowral 3 Peaks Circuit
Grade:4/6	Length	20km	600m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Explorer Walks) Sue M.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) We will enjoy the Autumn colours in the villages of Bowral, Mittagong & Welby and the views from the summits of Mt Gibraltar, Mt Alexandra & Mt Gibbergunyah (90 Acre Hill). Rough track, unfenced edges, slippery rocks, creek/river crossings, bites, stings, wet feet, environmental conditions. Location: Bowral & Mittagong Map: Mittagong 8929-2S Limit: 10. View

15 May, Fri 9:30AM			Discovering Sydney No 17: Parramatta part 2
Grade:2/6	Length	10km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Discovering Sydney: learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew. Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister. LEADER: Steve Ringbauer Limit: 10. View

15-18 May, Fri (07:19AM)-Mon (17:00PM)			Lee Fortress and Tal Tal Range
Grade:6/6	Length	30km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
A 4-day pack walk. Park at Benjang Gap, walk up Lee Creek till Lost Chord Ravine, GR 327 904, about 5 km, and establish a camp. We will stay at this camp for two nights and do two day-walks in this very complex and spectacular area. This part is partly exploratory. It is fully exploratory from here on. On Day 3, we will strike the camp and find a way up through the cliffs to the north west and to the pagoda-studded tops. After establishing a camp at around GR 335 910, we will explore the ravine to the north with day packs only. The aim will be also to find water. On Day 4, we will traverse the Tal Tal Range northwards till GR 321 930 or GR 310 941, where I expect to find passes back down to Lee Creek and the vehicles. About 30 km. Mostly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Talooby 89324N Limit: 8. View

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