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5 Dec, Fri 12:00PM				Xmas lunch
Grade:1/6		Length	1km	40m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Updated Details) DUE TO EXTREME WEATHER, walk will be cancelled. We’ll just have lunch.  Meet at Green Square station at 8:30 am for coffee/breakfast. Walk in Zetland, Alexandria, Rosebery area before having lunch at a Private Sky Lounge 23 levels high up. Points of interest: Designer Furniture, Temple, old trees, Alexandria Park, paper bark, designer factory outlets, fig tree, Perry park, The Cannery, Rosemary engine yards, Sydney outlet, Cadillac, Turruwul Park, Tarakan park, Macedonian Orthodox Church, Poke Meow cafe, St Joseph, Australian golf club, church, El Alamein Reserve, Alexandria Day Hospital. Bob will lead the walk. Esther will serve lunch. Menu: Prosecco, prawn/veggie croquettes, Roast chicken, Salads, Ricotta cheese cake. RSVP closes 5 pm Friday 28 November. Payment of $25 at time of RSVP Street crossings Limit: 10. View

6 Dec, Sat 8:00AM				Bungonia Gorge Circuit
Grade:5/6		Length	9km	630m	Southern Sydney Branch
Paul L.
Bungonia Gorge has a vertical side in the section that we walk and is impressive in depth. With a drop of nearly 300 metres in a gorge which is 800 metres long and only 76 metres wide, it is the deepest gorge in Australia. The track is well defined to and from the canyon and is a steep descent/ascent. The canyon itself has a boulder field that is a challenge and a delight to find ways over, under or beside the boulders. The creek has pools as it exits the boulder field and makes its way to join the Shoalhaven River. Starting on the red track we descend into the canyon and then down stream through the boulder field. We will follow the creek to the white track at the confluence with the Shoalhaven River and then up to Mt Ayre lookout for views over the creek and river. Rejoin the red track and back to cars. Boulder field, rock scrambling, creek crossings. Location: Bungonia NP Limit: 12. View

6 Dec, Sat 6:45AM				Gang Gang Canyon, Tunnels and Falls
Grade:5/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Find out why this spectacular area must be better protected for future generations. Park at GR 395 037 on Carne West Trail. Descend into Gang Gang Canyon and walk all the way through to Gang Gang Tunnels. After exploring the Gang Gang Tunnels, turn south and walk to the falls at GR 407 040, whilst inspecting the caves along the way. Continue south to visit Lots Wife and the adjacent cave. Move west across a few shallow gullies and re-connect with the cars. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Gardens of Stone SCA Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View

6 Dec, Sat 8:00AM				The flying carpet and clifflines of Carne creek
Grade:5/6		Length	7km	200m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Postponed) Projecting itself out from the cliff into the void above Carne creek caves is the aptly named Flying Carpet! This narrowish slab of rock affords the cautious walker outstanding views of the surrounding clifflines all around and far down into Carne creek. We will also visit the wonderful Koan cave too as we progress along the towering escarpment. A walk for those with an adventurous spirit! rock scrambling and offtrack walking Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: cullen bullen Limit: 12. View

7 Dec, Sun 11:30AM				MI: Christmas at Narrawallee Beach
					Milton Branch
Megan H.
Come and join with NPA members for a delicious lunch. Bring a plate of food to share. There will be a mix of savoury, salads and sweets. Location: Narrawallee Nature Reserve, Matron Porter Drive, Narrawallee (near Hueys coffee van) from 11.30am. Location: Narrawallee Reserve View

7-12 Dec, Sun (14:00PM)-Fri (10:00AM)				Snowies 7-12 Dec
Grade:4/6					Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Fully Booked) Day walks staying at a Ski Lodge at Charlottes Pass Steep and slippery sections, creek/river crossings Location: Kosciuszko NP Limit: 15. View

8 Dec, Mon 8:14AM				Birdwood Ramble
Grade:3/6		Length	6km	200m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
(NEW!!!) Meet at Springwood station. Note the earlier train. A short walk through Birdwood Gully, up to Tom Hunter, back down to the gully. Up to Lomatia Park, then back to Springwood station finishing before 12 noon. Approx 2.5-3 hours Rough steep slippery Location: Springwood Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 20. View

8 Dec, Mon 9:33AM				Devil’s Hole and Nellies Glen
Grade:4/6		Length	15km	500m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
(Cancelled) Meet at the 686G bus stop outside the Carrington Hotel for the Katoomba loop  bus at 09:33. If train is late there is a bus at 09:53. Bus to Acacia Street. Walk back along Cliff Drive. Walk down Devil's Hole, tracks to the bottom of Nellies Glen. Then steeply up. Walk back to Katoomba. If very wet another walk will be undertaken. Experienced walkers only. Very loose rocks and steep down. Steep up. Trips. Dehydration. Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

8 Dec, Mon 9:38AM				Rumbalara Reserve Circuit
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	443m	Sydney Branch
John H.
(NEW!!!) This walk will be lead by Elena Mazur. Meeting outside the top Opal gates at Gosford Station and then we walk to the Rumbalara Reserve - the hills to the east of the commercial area. We climb the hills for excellent views and an undulating path through well shaded bushwalk. Booking essential to John giving your NPA, mobile and emergency numbers, unless he already has them. Stairs, some road walking and trip hazards. Location: Gosford and Rumbalara Reserve Map: Gosford 91312S Limit: 20. View

10 Dec, Wed 9:00AM				Manly to Dee Why
Grade:2/6		Length	9km		Sydney Branch
Hildegard S.
Walk coastal path from Manly to Dee Why. Beach walking, street walking, along promenades and some bush tracks. Great ocean views. A couple of steep climbs. Bookings only from one week prior to date of walk please.   Location: Northern Beaches Limit: 15. View

10 Dec, Wed 9:00AM				MI: Bawley Beach to Nuggan Point [Gr:2 D:6]
Grade:2/6		Length	6km		Milton Branch
Jon and Elaine
Park cars at Bawley Reserve (off Johnson Street). We will cross the entrance to Williga Lake then walk via shaded forest tracks to Nuggan Point. Coffee in Bawley afterwards. Limit: None Contact leader essential for time and details.....subject to change Location: Williga Lake View

10 Dec, Wed 5:16AM				North of Maelstrom Caves
Grade:5/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
(NEW!!!) The walk starts on the D’Arcy Range Trail at 744 018. Walk to above Maelstrom Caves, GR 745 032, then follow the cliff line clockwise till GR 757 035. Exit on a spur leading westwards and walk back to D’Arcy Range Trail. Mostly exploratory. About 8 km. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S Limit: 8. View

10 Dec, Wed 11:30AM				Walkers get-togetther
					Sydney Branch
Mal
Want to stay in touch with walking friends without walking? Come and join us for a pleasant chat and lunch at O'Donohues Irish Pub, Emu Plains. No need to contact. No Hazards. Location: Emu Plains View

11 Dec, Thu 8:01AM				Chatswood to Woolwich Wharf
Grade:3/6		Length	16km	240m	Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
(NEW!!!) This walk takes us to the heartland of North Shore suburbia with parklands, bushes, shrubs, tall trees, river & creeks nestled in between. Lots of bird life high above among tall trees. We will also pass some magnificent heritage listed & historic buildings on our way down to Woolwich wharf to return home. Slippery & uneven rock surfaces Location: Lane Cove River Park Limit: 20. View

12 Dec, Fri 9:30AM				Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, Moore Park
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	150m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Kevin C.
LEADER: KEVIN CLIFFE Loop walk from Surry Hills Light Rail Station HIGHLIGHTS: Reserves, street gardens, terraces, Messina, historic pubs, public schools, police, churches, museums, hospitals, trendy bars, galleries, Refettorio OzHarvest.   Limit: 10. View

13 Dec, Sat 8:00AM				Blue Mountain Creek and Track
Grade:5/6		Length	13km	500m	Southern Sydney Branch
Paul L.
This walk came from having walked to the end of two tracks at the end of fire trails, then looking at a map and seeing how close they are with a creek in between. Blue Mountain Creek is joined by following Kent Street fire trail to its end then following the spur down to the confluence of Blue Mountain Creek with the creek from Empire Pass Track. Continuing down the creek with multiple crossing, and wet feet, to the confluence with a creek from Amphitheatre Falls. Explore the canyon and unnamed falls. Exit the creek valley by a series of passes through the sandstone cliff line and up the spur to the end of Blue Mountain track. Track joins North Lawson fire trail and then walk back to Lawson via Empire Pass track. Blue Mountain Creek is lined with lush rain forest and ferns and is seldom visited. No track through this section. Creek crossings, cliff edges. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Limit: 12. View

13 Dec, Sat 8:00AM				Morong creek Falls ¬Morong creek¬Kowmung river and return
Grade:5/6		Length	10km	450m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Postponed) Morong creek with its series of spectacular falls and cascades is one of the gems of the Kanangra Boyd national park and on this walk we will follow its downward path as its plummets down to the picturesque Kowmung River. On the way we will savour its beauty, go for a swim and do the same when we reach the river at the bottom. This is really wild country and with its pink and grey granite boulders, the Morong creek is truly an amazing place for those with an adventurous spirit. For participating hikers, I'd advise to stay in Oberon the night before as the drive to the start of the walk is much shorter. rock scrambling and offtrack Location: Kanangra-Boyd NP Map: Shooters Hill 88302S Limit: 12. View

14 Dec, Sun 9:00AM				MI: Berrara Waterfalls [Gr: 2/3 D:10]
Grade:3/6		Length	10km		Milton Branch
Maureen & David C
A watery walk alongside Berrara Creek to the cascades and waterfalls, then to the Walter Hood Memorial. Follow beaches north to the Mermaid Pool and Berrara Beach. Plenty of swimming opportunities. Depart: Mick Ryan Reserve Milton, 8:15am or meet end of Lakeland Ave Berrara, 9:00am Contact leader essential for details…subject to change. Location: Berrara Map: Sussex Inlet 1:25,000 View

15 Dec, Mon 9:08AM				Lawson to Hazelbrook
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	200m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
Meet at Lawson station. Street walking to Mary Street. Tracks to Baths Road. Cross to South Lawson fire trail. Tracks down to Terrace Falls Creek. Track to Adams lookout. Another track back down to Terrace Falls fire trail. Track to Hazelbrook station. Steep rough, trip hazards Location: South Lawson Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

17 Dec, Wed 3:00PM				MI: Nuggan Point, Meroo Headland and BBQ [Gr:2/3 D:6]
Grade:3/6		Length	6km		Milton Branch
Paul B.
Walk to Nuggan Point from Meroo Head campsite via the beach and bush. This is an easy and delightful walk with coastal forest, lake and sandy beaches. After the walk, BBQ among the gum trees. BYO snags, condiments and treats. Or veggies! Contact leader essential for time and details…. subject to change Location: Meroo Head View

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