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22 Sep, Sun 8:00AM			Gerringong to Kiama
Grade:3/6	Length	17km	300m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Come and enjoy this delightful rural coastline. It might be 17 km but there is enough time to stop and soak in the views. Location: Kiama Coast Map: Kiama 90281S Limit: 12. View

22 Sep, Sun 7:47AM			Oxfam Trail: Section 5 and 6
Grade:4/6	Length	24km	600m	Southern Sydney Branch
Bob C.
Led by Bob Crispin, who has done the 100 km Oxfam Trail many times. RSVP essential. The 100km trail features the well-known Great North Walk and the Harbour to Hawkesbury Walking Track in the beautiful bushland of northern Sydney. Section 5 starts from St Ives Showground. Section 6 starts from Frenches Forest Showground. We finish at Davidson Park. Bring snacks and drinks. Steep and slippery sections. Map: St Ives Limit: 15. View

22 Sep, Sun 9:45AM			Wildflowers Walk
Grade:3/6	Length	11km	300m	Southern Sydney Branch
Esther C.
Patonga to Umina. Wildflowers are especially abundant in our Parks this year. On this walk, we will see many Waratahs, Grevillea Speciosa, Boronias, Dillwynia, Banksia, Wattles, Pea Flower, Epacris, Rice Flower, Christmas Bells, Hardenbergia and more. Bonuses are beautiful old trees, Grass trees, magnificent sandstones, waterviews to the Barrenjoey and Lion Island, visiting Pearl Beach and Patonga beach. We will also take a circuit bus ride at Patonga to see the township before setting off on our walk. Some steep and slippery sections. Where we walk to Umina from Pearl Beach along the water edge, there is a sign to say "Walk at own risk" as we have to walk next to a Rockface. Location: Brisbane Water NP Map: Brisbane Waters National Park Limit: 15. View

24 Sep, Tue 8:00AM			Tempe Wetlands
Grade:1/6	Length	3km	20m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
(Date Changed) A morning photography session in and around Tempe Wetlands and incorporating parts of Wolli Creek and the Cooks River. Limit: 10. View

25 Sep, Wed 8:00PM	Documentary Screening: Cultivating Murder
		Southern Sydney Branch
Peter V.
Filmmaker Gregory Miller began making the documentary Cultivating Murder soon after the murder of OE&H compliance officer, Glen Turner near Moree in 2014. The film follows the murder trial and conviction of Ian Turnbull, a major rural producer form Croppa Creek. It also reveals the large scale illegal land clearing that was taking place at the time, and questions whether the amount of land in NSW under cultivation is already too much. At the time of the court case the NSW Government set about changing the entire environmental legislation and introduced the new Bio Diversity Act, which is largely based on self assessment principals which are not beneficial for the environment and biodiversity in the state. The screening of the film will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker. View

25 Sep, Wed 9:00AM			Wentworth Falls Loop
Grade:2/6	Length	9km	650m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
By now the wildflowers in the mountains will be looking delightful and there are always waterfalls to enjoy! Limit: 12. View

28 Sep, Sat 9:00AM			Barren Grounds
Grade:3/6	Length	20km	100m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
(Date Changed) Enjoy spring in the southern highlands. Bring a camera and enjoy the wildflowers and possibly the birds! Location: Barren Grounds NR Limit: 12. View

29 Sep, Sun 9:21AM			The Great North Walk: Section 4
Grade:4/6	Length	23km	750m	Southern Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Hornsby to Mt Kuring-gai. This section of the Great North Walk starts from Hornsby Train Station and winds down along the Blue Gum Walk into Fishponds and along Berowra Creek. The walk passes through the Tunks Ridge Reserve and then into Galston Gorge. From here the walk keeps following the Berowra Creek through the Crosslands campsite to Calna Creek, and then up to Mt Kuring-gai. Steep and slippery sections. A few creek crossings. Need to watch out for some of the unsteady stepping stones at Galston Gorge Map: Ku-ring-gai Chase Limit: 15. View

12-13 Oct, Sat (09:21AM)-Sun (14:00PM)			Introductory Pack Walk
Grade:3/6	Length	22km	400m	Southern Sydney Branch
Bob C.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) This would be very good as the first walk for those wishing to try out pack walking. From Hornsby Station a few streets and link up with Great North Walk. Head to Crosslands reserve (approx. 15 km, mostly downhill and relatively easy with one tricky creek crossing). Camping at Crosslands: beautiful spot with water and toilets. Walk out next day to Berowra Station (5.5 km). Slippery sections. Location: Berowra Valley NP Map: Hawkesbury Limit: 15. View

16 Oct, Wed 9:00AM			Cowan to Brooklyn
Grade:3/6	Length	14km	650m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Lots of nice ups and downs and even some wildflowers to enjoy along the way. Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase NP Limit: 12. View

20 Oct, Sun 8:48AM			Great North Walk: Section 5
Grade:4/6	Length	17km	730m	Southern Sydney Branch
Angelo E.
Mt Kuring-gai to Cowan. Ridge tops, grasslands, creek crossings and spectacular views are all part of this walk as it ventures from the ridge above Berowra Creek down to water level and back up again. Conserve your energy for the steep sections between Berowra Waters and Cowan. Steep and slippery sections. Map: Mt Kuring-gai Limit: 15. View

27 Oct, Sun 9:45AM			The Great North Walk: Section 6
Grade:3/6	Length	14km	650m	Southern Sydney Branch
Hugh H.
Cowan to Brooklyn. This is a popular section of the Great North Walk, with scenery ranging from foreshore to ridge top lookouts. We will follow the Great North Walk from Cowan Station down to the picturesque Jerusalem Bay, then climb up over a series of ridges before descending into Brooklyn. This walk is a great one-way trip from station to station with numerous water views, including a circumnavigation of Brooklyn Dam whilst enjoying a wonderful diversity of flora along the way. Slippery sections. Map: Hawkesbury Limit: 15. View

30 Oct, Wed 9:00AM			Berowra to Kuring-gai
Grade:3/6	Length	9km	550m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Another delightful walk on the north side. Relax along the waters of Apple Tree Bay and Cowan Water before returning to the station. Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase NP Map: Hornsby 91304S and Cowan 91304N View

31 Oct, Thu 9:00AM			Wises Track
Grade:3/6	Length	12km	100m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
The walk has some fascinating bits off the track and we will explore some of those areas as well as the extension along the Karani Ridge. Pace will be slow as we poke our noses into places and get off the beaten track Be ready for some thick vegetation on occasions Location: Royal National Park Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10. View

3 Nov, Sun 9:45AM			The Great North Walk: Section 7
Grade:4/6	Length	20km	665m	Southern Sydney Branch
Angelo E.
Patonga to Wondabyne. This walk explores some grand views, pleasant cascades, varied bushland and remote areas of Brisbane Waters National Park. From Patonga you will walk up the ridge and take a short side trip to enjoy the wonderful views from Warrah Lookout, before following a series of dirt roads and management trails to Patonga Creek in the heart of the national park. The walk then leads along a mix of trails and tracks mostly passing Mt Wondabyne, a worthwhile side trip, before crossing a few gullies with cool creeks and cascades. Past Myron Brook you will walk back down the waters edge at the remote and unique Wondabyne Train Station. Steep and slippery sections. Location: Brisbane Water NP Map: Central Coast Limit: 12. View

8 Nov, Fri 9:00AM			Winifred Falls
Grade:3/6	Length	10km	200m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
(Date Changed) While we will follow the track from Audley to Winifred Falls and Anice Falls we will also do some exploring beyond the regular route. We will include the South West Arm. Be prepared Location: Royal National Park Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10. View

9 Nov, Sat 6:00PM	NPA annual dinner
		Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
2019 NPA Annual Dinner - Tickets now available. This is a great opportunity for the National Parks Association community to come together and celebrate. Meet the NPA Executive, State Council, staff, other members and supporters. Learn more about our current activities, programs and conservation work while enjoying a three course meal. There will be the presentation of NPA volunteer awards, special guest speaker Mark Kean, Minister for Energy and Environment (New South Wales), prizes and more. Book 10 tickets with a group to reserve an entire table, come with a friend, or by yourself and make new friends! $60 for a 3 course meal. Please RSVP by Monday 4 November 2019. https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/2019-npa-annual-dinner-tickets-70856765493 Location: Mortdale Map: Mortdale Limit: 100. View

10 Nov, Sun 8:11AM			Oxfam: Section 7
Grade:3/6	Length	10km	400m	Southern Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Davidson Park to Ararat Reserve. Lovely bush track along Bantry Bay, Middle Harbour. Have morning tea at a pretty beach. See the amazing natural stone bridge and waterfalls. Lunch at Bluff Lookout for the spectacular view. Expect to see: grass trees, Boronia, rice flowers, Banksia, pea flowers, angophora, scribbly gums, turpentine trees, herons, cormarants, cockatoos, lorikeets. A couple of creek crossings and a few big rocks to climb. Slippery sections. Map: St Ives Limit: 15. View

10 Nov, Sun 8:11AM			Oxfam: Section 8
Grade:3/6	Length	11km	200m	Southern Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Oxfam section 8 - Ararat Reserve to Tania Park. This is an extension of section 7 for people who want to do extra walking. It will happen at the end of section 7. This final section passes through urban areas, via the beautifully restored Burnt Bridge Creek to the underpass of Burnt Bridge Creek Deviation, before heading down to the Spit Bridge, where the trail follows the stunning views of the Spit to Manly trail to finish up at the scenic Tania Park. Expect to see Boronia, wattles, angophora, turpentine trees, birds, tree ferns and other ferns, engravings, boats, luxury houses. Walk 1 km to bus stop or walk 4 km to Manly Wharf. Steep and slippery sections. Location: balgowlah Map: balgowlah Limit: 15. View

13 Nov, Wed 9:00AM			Waterfall to Heathcote
Grade:3/6	Length	10km	480m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
There are some nice quiet pools mid-week in Heathcote National Park and the days are warming up. Location: Heathcote NP Limit: 12. View

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