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| 3 May, Fri 9:24AM |
The Alphabet series: “J”: Jacksons Landing to the harbour. |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
   Leader: Philip Wright. We walk from the waterfront estate of Jacksons Landing to Circular Quay, with optional lunch at Chat Thai. Points of interest: Johnstons Bay, Pirrama Park, Jones Bay, Pyrmont Bay, Darling Island, Wellcome Wall, Maritime Museum, Darling Harbour, Sydney Aquarium, Barangaroo, Crown Casino, Sydney Observatory, Observatory Hill, Bridge stairs, Argyle Stairs, Clock tower, Museum of Contemporary Art, Wollemi pine and First fleet park Limit: 15.
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| 10 May, Fri 9:30AM |
The suburbs series : Cheltenham, Epping |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Ian B. |
| Walk from Cheltenham Railway Station to Epping Railway Station via the Lane Cove National Park. We will follow the fire trail along Devlins Creek to the junction with the Great North Walk (GNW). Follow the GNW until the Terrys Creek Track turnoff. Follow this track through various parks until we come to Terrys Creek Falls. We will then back track and walk to the Epping Railway Station. Possible sightings of flannel flowers and other flowers in bloom along this walk. The track could be rough and slippery in parts. Creek crossings. Limit: 15.
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| 17 May, Fri 10:20AM |
Suburbs series : Castle Cove to Castlecrag |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
250m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Sophie A. |
North Arm Track - Harold Reid Reserve, Sugar Loaf Bay. A delightful walk through streets and bush tracks (steep at times) with lovely water views and a castle. Lots of steps. Worth the effort for this beautiful walk. No booking is required so just turn up on the day.
Location: Northern Beaches
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| 24 May, Fri 10:00AM |
The Suburbs series of walk: Parramatta Ken’s Birthday Walk |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
11km |
60m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Ken |
 Come celebrate Ken's birthday on the Historic Walk of Parramatta.
Starting point is the Station Street exit from Parramatta Station. The route is through Parramatta CBD to Parramatta Park and the back along the river as far east as Elizabeth Farm Cottage.
There are many sites of historical interest. The leader will give a brief commentary and allow time to read story boards.
This walk will also be listed for The Wanderers Bushwalking Club (Hills based). Road crossings, cyclists on shared pathways and trip hazzards on tracks and pathways.
Location: Parramatta
Map: StreetDirectories Limit: 10.
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| 31 May, Fri 10:00AM |
The Suburbs series: Castle Hill |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Marilyn C. |
| Walk to Castle Hill Heritage Park and learn about the Vinegar Hill Rebellion. Easy walking. Limit: 15.
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| 7 Jun, Fri 10:00AM |
The Colour walks series No 14: Camellia Gardens Carringbah (Philip’s birthday walk) |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
4km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
  Leader: Philip Wright
Celebrate Philip's Birthday Day at Camellia Gardens. Located in Caringbah and overlooking beautiful Yowie Bay, the Gardens were recognised by the International Camellia Society as a Camellia Gardens of Excellence in 2014. There are sixty Camellia Gardens of Excellence in the world, with the Camellia Gardens and Lisgar Gardens in Hornsby being the only two in NSW.
The Gardens have over 400 cultivars and species donated and acquired since its first plantings began in 1969, in addition to many other rare ornamental and native plants. The collection is of unique value to Australian horticulture. The Gardens have something for all seasons. The camellias are in season during autumn and winter.
Tea house serves delicious devonshire and lunches.
We will play by ear. A walk at Woronora Cemetery can be added on.
Location: Caringbah Limit: 15.
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| 14 Jun, Fri 11:00AM |
Suburbs series : Bundeena |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
130m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Sophie A. |
Explore Jibbon Head via Jibbon Track in Royal National Park. There is heaps of lovely scenery on this trail and plenty to keep you entertained. The route starts from Bundeena Wharf and heads towards the gorgeous Jibbon and Shelley Beach. Enjoy the breathtaking coastal views from Jibbon Head and take a moment to take in your surroundings.
View aboriginal carvings.
Walk on beach, rocks and bushtracks.
Swim available. No need to contact leader. Just turn up on the day. Optional lunch at the club
Location: South Coast
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| 21 Jun, Fri 10:00AM |
The Suburbs series : Macquarie Uni, Eastwood, Denistone |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader: Kevin Cliffe
We walk from Macquarie Uni Station to Eastwood, via Shrimptons Creek. Expect to see water dragons and lots of birds. Limit: 15.
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| 22 Jun, Sat 10:00AM |
5 Islands Walk: Macmasters Beach to Terrigal |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
250m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader: Philip Wright
Macmasters Beach to Terrigal
The 5 Lands Walk is a cultural, physical, spiritual event brought to you as a gift from the 5 Lands community.
The walk connects 5 coastal villages, each bringing its own celebration in and around the surf clubs of the 5 Lands. They are connected by 10km of beaches, headlands, bush, footpaths and streets. Limit: 15.
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| 28 Jun, Fri 9:30AM |
The suburbs: Ashbury to Lewisham |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader: Lynne Hewitt
We walk from Canterbury station to Ashbury, then
Ashfield, summer hills, Petersham park and end at Lewsham. Limit: 15.
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| 5 Jul, Fri 9:31AM |
The Suburbs : Sydney Olympic Park Loop |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| RSVP direct to Heather Lakiss heatherlakiss@gmail.com
This easy level loop walk encompasses a large amount of Bicentennial Park as it makes its way through the mangroves, past sunken ships and a bird watching hide. Some urban walking via the edge of Liberty Grove, Rhodes, over the Bennelong Bridge and Wentworth Point. All paved walking. Little shade.
Limit: 15.
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| 12 Jul, Fri 10:00AM |
Suburbs: In the steppes of Central Rose Bay |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
15km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader: Kevin Cliffe
This walk is not for you if you don’t like steps. Features: Scot college, Cranbrook school, City views, mansions, gardens, many steep sets of steps, beach, Point Piper, Rose Bay, Community garden. Limit: 15.
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| 19 Jul, Fri 9:52AM |
The suburbs series : Manly, Curl Curl and Dee Why |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
9km |
130m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Sophie A. |
This is Sophie's Signature walk. Manly to Dee Why via a few beaches and lookouts. Beautiful beach walk with some bush tracks. If you are lucky, you may see schools of dolpins. There is a surprise at the start of the walk. Finish in Dee Why for lunch and swim, if you dare. No need to contact leader. Just turn up on the day.
Location: Northern Beaches
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| 26 Jul, Fri 10:00AM |
Suburb series of walk: Canterbury to Hurlstone Park |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader: Lynne Hewitt
A pleasant walk from Canterbury to Hurlstone Park. Local guide with commentary.
Limit: 15.
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| 2 Aug, Fri 10:00AM |
The Suburbs series of walks: Baulkham Hills; Mike Pickles’ birthday walk |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
60m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Ken |
(Updated Details) Celebrate Mr Pickles 89 birthday at Baulkham Hills : Heritage Walk.
The walk starts at the rose garden in Roxbrough Park Road.
There is some street walking to reach Crestwood Reserve.
There are shared walk/cycle ways through the reserve .
The walk continues as far as Seven Hills Road and the leads back through Tory Burn Reserve to Windsor Road and back to the Rose Garden.
The walk will also be listed on The Wanderers Bushwalking Clubs Program. Trip hazzards, cyclists on shared pathways, road crossings, the occassional snake.
Location: Baulkham Hills Limit: 10.
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| 9 Aug, Fri 10:00AM |
Suburb Series : Fiddletown |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Marilyn C. |
Wild flowers and magnificent views of Berowra Ck near Hawkesbury River. Neverfail Trail out to Colingridge Point and back. Easy fire trail. Very little ascent/descent. No public transport.
Map: Marramarra National Park
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| 16 Aug, Fri 9:34AM |
The suburbs series of walk: Parramatta |
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Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader: Lynne Hewitt TBA
Parramatta, Historic wall of parramatta Limit: 15.
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| 23 Aug, Fri 9:31AM |
The Suburbs: Chatswood West (Fullers Bridge to Mowbray Park) |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
180m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Mike P. |
| Fullers Bridge to Mowabray Park in Lane Cove National Park. Limit: 15.
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| 30 Aug, Fri 9:30AM |
The Suburb series : Pennant Hills; Cherrybrook (Callicoma Track) |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Ian B. |
| Booking opens two weeks prior to event. A delightful loop track through interesting bushland.
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| 6 Sep, Fri 9:00AM |
The Alphabet series.”W”. Wild Flower Garden at St Ives |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
9km |
250m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader: Heather Lakiss. RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com
Commencing Kitchener Street, St Ives and down to the creek and fire trail via creek, Mueller Track, where the stillness of nature surrounds you, and up to The Wildflower Garden. Continues to Solander Track. Pretty along the creek, with a waterfall (Phantom Falls). Some quite wet tiny tracks. Lots of ups and downs. Those who use hiking sticks, bring them. Visitors/info centre, next to Senses Track, has a coffee machine and native plant nursery. Return via a slightly shorter route. Limit: 15.
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