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18 Nov, Sat 10:00AM People, Passion & the Protection of the Australian Environment PART 2
Branch
Janine K.
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.Educational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Who are the people who argued for the protection of the Australian environment? What made them so passionate about saving Australia’s wildlife, forests and landscapes? What were their interests, concerns and motivations? What have been the key environment campaigns of the 19th and 20th Centuries? What contemporary issues continue to passionately engage people in calling for the protection of the Australian environment? View

19 Nov, Sun 10:30AM Bittangabee Bay – Hegartys Bay, Ben Boyd National Park
Grade:4/6 Length 9km  248m Far South Coast Branch
Gabrielle T.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks. Two creek crossings Limit: 12. Best Walk: Light to Light Walk View

19 Nov, Sun 10:40AM Mt Victoria
Grade:3/6 Length 9km  250m Sydney Branch
Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Updated Details) RSVP by email is essential. Leader: Sheila Walker (0408 588 400). This is a circuit walk around Mt Piddington. Visit some interesting sites - the Grotto, Dunns Leap, Ferris Cave, Witches Glen. Some short steep ascents and a walk along a cliff ledge. This is a Great Ocean Walk (March 2018) meet and greet but all NPA members are welcome. Members who wish to do the Great Ocean Walk are encouraged to join. Meet on Mt Victoria station  at 10:40 am. Return train from Mt Victoria at 3.07pm or 3.37. Some eroded sections.
Location: Blue Mountains NP Limit: 20. View

20 Nov, Mon 8:55AM Transit of Venus
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  285m Sydney Branch
(Mal’s Group) Allan P.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Mabel Falls, Edith Falls, Hazel Falls, Burgess Falls, Oaklands Falls, Horseshoe Falls. Rough track. Could be slippery in places.
Location: Woodford
Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View

21 Nov, Tue 9:05AM Botany Bay
Grade:2/6 Length 12km Sydney Branch
Shirley H.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walk from Rockdale to Sans Soucci via Kyeemagh, Brighton-Le-Sands, Sandringham, Rocky Point. At finish a bus to Kogarah Station. Moderate pace. Streets, pathways, beaches. View

21 Nov, Tue 10:02AM Malabar – Maroubra
Grade:2/6 Length 6km Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Margery W.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Slow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.Walk from Cromwell Park clockwise via Ocean Track, views and Magic Point to Maroubra, doing whole circuit in contrast to previous anti-clockwise walk. Bus return to city.
Location: Malabar Headland NP View

21 Nov, Tue Mt Alexander NR
Grade:3/6 Length 11km  100m Southern Highlands Branch
Joan L.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longMt Alexander Circuit - Red Track. This walk follows the track through forest, along creeks and beneath the M5 Motorway. The Nattai River and Gibbergunyah Creek are crossed on the way. There are views and waterfalls along the route. Rough track, steep steps, slippery rocks and 4 creek crossings.
Map: Mittagong 89292S Limit: 20. View

22 Nov, Wed 8:00PM Birds and wildlife of the Everglades and beyond
Southern Sydney Branch
Peter V.
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Educational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Gary Schoer, NPA’s Southern Sydney Secretary, finished a recent trip to the USA with an expedition to a bird and wildlife refuge near the south-west Everglades. He carried his bigger telephoto to try to get up close and personal with wetland birds and wildlife. While Gary is a keen amateur, he tries to hone his photography skills by walking with other NPA photo enthusiasts in the Royal National Park. View

22 Nov, Wed 9:30AM Wollstonecraft to Greenwich
Length 4km Sydney Branch
Bob S.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Level ramble. View

22 Nov, Wed 9:00AM Yatte Yattah NR with Landcare
Grade:3/6 Length 2km Milton Branch
Fiona S.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longEducational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.An opportunity to stroll with local native plant expert David Bland and Landcarers through this stunning remnant rainforest. View

23 Nov, Thu 6:00PM Alexander von Humboldt – Lost hero of science
Branch
Janine K.
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.Educational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.This book study - The Invention of Nature, The Adventures of Alexander von Humboldt, the Lost Hero of Science by Andrea Wulf (2015) examines the life of Humboldt (1769–1859), a genius in articulating why nature had to be understood from both a scientific and artistic perspective. He was a friend and mentor to many - including Joseph Banks, Goethe, Darwin, Thoreau, John Muir, and Ernst Haeckel. An incredibly inspirational biography. View

23 Nov, Thu 10:00AM Derby Street Minto
Grade:1/6 Length 2km  10m Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longNot far, not fast. Walk through Myrtle Creek on a fire trail, up to the start of the 100 steps. Descend to the Georges River. Enjoy the wildflowers. Identify a Geebung, and hear about the Geebung Polo Club. Water, rough steps, prickly vegetation, bunyips.
Location: Georges River NP Limit: 12. View

23 Nov, Thu 6:30PM National Parks Association Southern Branch 60th Birthday Dinner
Grade:1/6 Length 0.5km Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.Camp | An activity that involves an overnight stay, usually in a tent.Educational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Cafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.Family | A trip that is planned to cater for children and their parents.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Fully Booked)
  • Come celebrate this milestone with us and help us as we prepare to fight for our special places.
  • Date: 23 November 2017 (6:30 to 9:30pm)
  • Restaurant: Excelsior International Restaurant: 16/7-9 Belgrave St, Kogarah
  • MC: Brian Everingham
  • Our guest speaker for the evening is the former Premier, Bob Carr, a passionate supporter of national parks and a man determined to protect the Royal National Park.
  • Dinner: 3 courses and tea/coffee, plus Winnie's famous cake. If you have never tried Winnie’s cooking this might be the treat of the evening. Here's the menu.
  • Dietary requirements are catered for.
  • Cost: at an incredible price of $30
  •  Prizes galore, including a chauffered ride in a 1935 Rover 14
  • Wear your name badge, if you have one
  Dress code: Smart Casual. You are welcome to put your name on the waitlist. Limit: 78. View

24 Nov, Fri Mothers Arms and more
Grade:6/6 Length 14km Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longEarly start. Park on the plateau at GR 250 324. Walk on Genowlan Mountain Trail to about GR 267 355; explore the area to the east, moving southwards towards the northern extent of Mothers Arms at GR 268 348. Explore Mothers Arms, moving southwards and re-join the road at about GR 267 345. Walk back to the vehicles. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA
Map: Glen Alice 89314N Limit: 8. View

24 Nov, Fri 8:54AM Wondabyne to Woy Woy Bushwalk
Grade:3/6 Length 16km  650m Sydney Branch
(Mal’s Group) Marilyn C.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPhotography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.We start this lovely walk from Wondabyne Station, climbing up the ridge with views along the Hawkesbury River and Mooney Mooney creek. Then it’s bush track to beautiful Kariong Brook Falls and fire trails and tracks to Mt. Wondabyne with panoramic views. To finish we pass Woy Woy tip and road walk to Woy Woy station. Approx 6 hours. Email or text to register attendance: marilyncross@netspace.net.au Mob 0427632756 (text only) Steep and rocky in places, bring plenty of water, experienced capable walkers.
Location: Brisbane Water NP
Map: http://www.wildwalks.com/bushwalking-and-hiking-in-nsw/brisbane-water-national-park/wondabyne-to-woy-woy.html Limit: 12. View

25 Nov, Sat 9:00AM Cookamigera NR
Grade:3/6 Length 5km Lachlan Valley Branch
Peter C.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longWalkers are reminded to bring along enough food and water for the entire day as well as suitable clothing, footwear, hat and sunscreen. A pair of good binoculars and a fold up chair is recommended. Please contact the listed walk leader the night before the walk if you intend to come. A $2.00 donation for each walker is appreciated. View

25 Nov, Sat 10:54AM Lake Illawarra fish & chips
Grade:2/6 Length 7km Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Slow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.Mostly flat. Walk around Lake Illawarra, optional fish & chips lunch at Berkeley (or BYO lunch), then ramble west part of lake. Bus return to Wollongong, train to city.
Location: Lake Illawarra View

25-26 Nov, Sat-Sun Lakes Loop Walk, Mt Kosciuszko
Branch
Frank B.
Camp | An activity that involves an overnight stay, usually in a tent.Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.A walk organised by Geehi Bushwalking Club. Contact leader for further details. Best Walk: Main Range Circuit View

25 Nov, Sat 8:15AM Putty Beach to McMasters Beach
Grade:3/6 Length 11km  200m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longSwim | A trip that involves swimming60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.(Cancelled) A walk via Maitland Bay. This is one of my favourite coastal walks and I plan to stop for numerous swims along the way. If lucky we will also have a snorkel at Little Bay so bring your swimmers, mask and flippers.
Location: Bouddi NP
Map: Broken Bay 91301N Limit: 15. Best Walk: Bouddi Coastal Track View

26 Nov, Sun 11:00AM A Spring Day in the Gardens – Banner event
Grade:2/6 Length 1km Sydney Branch
Keith M.
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.REGISTRATIONS ARE ESSENTIAL AT https://www.colongwilderness.org.au/form/spring-day-gardens-banner-event Join us to raise awareness for the Gardens of Stone reserve proposal. Put this date in your diary. Bring your friends and family to this important event. Discover another spectacular pagoda-studded location! Participate and enjoy:
  • Welcome to Country - respect People and Country
  • Music and song - celebrate and defend Country
  • A really Big Banner Event - Protect Gardens of Stone
  • People Pagoda Landscape - be part of a photographic spectacle.
Your presence will support a 39,000 hectare Gardens of Stone reserve proposal that seeks to facilitate a transition for the Lithgow region. Now is the time to make a change, as the 100 significant heritage values of Gardens of Stone region can’t wait for further degradation. Existing coal mining needs to make way for a sustainable, lower impact, local economy based on tourism.
Location: Newnes State Forest
Map: Lithgow 89313S View

26 Nov, Sun Forest Walk
Grade:3/6 Length 12km Illawarra Branch
Helen W.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Favourite walk along the northern Illawarra Escarpment with great views and varied vegetation. Steep cliff edges and track may be overgrown.
Location: Illawarra Escarpment SCA Limit: 15. Best Walk: Illawarra Escarpment Traverse View

26 Nov, Sun 11:00AM Protect Gardens of Stone Banner Event
Grade:2/6 Length 1km Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Top Of the Hill, State Mine Gully Road, via Lithgow, in Newnes State Forest. REGISTRATIONS ARE ESSENTIAL AT https://www.colongwilderness.org.au/form/spring-day-gardens-banner-event Join us to raise awareness for the Gardens of Stone reserve proposal. Put this date in your diary. Bring your friends and family to this important event. Discover another spectacular pagoda-studded location! Participate and enjoy - . Welcome to Country - respect people and country . Music and song - celebrate and defend Country . A really Big Banner Event - Protect Gardens of Stone . People Pagoda Landscape - be part of a photographic spectacle. Your presence will support a 39,000 hectare Gardens of Stone reserve proposal that seeks to facilitate a transition for the Lithgow region. Now is the time to make a change, as the 100 significant heritage values of Gardens of Stone region can’t wait for further degradation. Existing coal mining needs to make way for a sustainable, lower impact, local economy based on tourism.
Location: Newnes State Forest
Map: Lithgow 89313S View

27 Nov, Mon 9:25AM Golden Stairs to Furber Steps
Grade:3/6 Length 15km  340m Sydney Branch
(Mal’s Group) John H.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Golden Stairs down to Federal Pass and back across to Landslide to the Furber Steps. Rough track in places and lots of steps. The Golden stairs are fairly worn and slippery in places.
Location: Katoomba
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 20. View

27 Nov - 7 Dec, Mon-Thu Newnes & Coolah Tops Car Camp
Milton Branch
Jon R.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longCamp | An activity that involves an overnight stay, usually in a tent.Paddle | A canoe or kayak tripCamping at Megalong Valley / Newnes / Mudgee / Coolah Tops / Dunn’s Swamp A variety of walks on offer. Liloing or kayaking at Dunn’s swamp. Come for all or just part of the trip. There are alternate accommodation options for non-campers except at Coolah Tops. Contact leader by email for further details. View

27 Nov, Mon 8:33AM Warrimoo to Blaxland
Grade:3/6 Length 7km  300m Sydney Branch
Theo H.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Slow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.Wombat Walks series. Florabella Pass. Steep descents, creek crossings, steps. Easy walking pace with time to look around. View

28 Nov, Tue 9:17AM Manly Dam
Grade:3/6 Length 12km Sydney Branch
Shirley H.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Changed Transport Details) Circular walk around dam and return to Manly Vale. Moderate pace. Steep sections, steps, rough and rocky bushtracks, slippery surfaces, fire trails. View

28 Nov, Tue 10:13AM Narrabeen Lagoon Circuit
Grade:2/6 Length 8km Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Slow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.(Changed Transport Details) Mostly flat. Paths, cycleways, streets, parks, ups and downs, lots of water views. Bus return to city from Narrabeen.
Location: Northern Beaches Best Walk: Belrose to Narrabeen View

29 Nov, Wed 9:50AM Carramar to Warwick Farm
Grade:3/6 Length 15km  20m Sydney Branch
Denise S.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walk along Prospect Creek and Georges River through Mirrambeena Regional Park, Dhurawal Bay, Floyd Bay Chipping Norton Lake to Warwick Farm. No need to contact leader. Flat walking mainly on bike tracks with some streets at start and end. Bring lots of water. View

30 Nov, Thu 12:00PM Pearl Beach – Umina
Grade:2/6 Length 8km Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Zenia P.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Slow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.Scenic walk up a fire trail and down through Arboretum, then around headland from Pearl Beach to Umina. Possible wet feet at Beach inlet at Umina Beach. Bus return to Woy Woy Station. Late finish. Train return to city from Woy Woy. View

30 Nov, Thu 10:00AM Riverview Road
Length 2km  5m Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longNot far, not fast. Easy walk on fire trail to a spectacular lookout over the Georges River. Opportunity to see platypus. Interesting vegetation. Enjoy the wildflowers. Discover ant lions. Phone Beth on 0407 265 419 for meeting details. Water, prickly vegetation, bunyips.
Location: Georges River NP Limit: 12. View

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