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| 1 Dec, Fri 12:00PM |
Mount Gulaga |
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Length |
14km |
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Branch |
| David.S |
 Mount Dromedary Walk. Gulaga and the surrounding landscape are important for Aboriginal people and especially significant to the Yuin women of the South Coast of NSW. We have a guide booked in who is a traditional owner. An extinct volcano is rising 806 metres above sea level, we will walk the steep track up the mountain that was built in 1894 for gold miners. Take the gravel path from Pam's Store in Tilba Tilba and continue up the mountain. Please note this walk is considered hard. Bring sensible shoes, sunscreen, hat, at least 2 litres of water per person, afternoon tea.
Location: Gulaga NP
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| 1 Dec, Fri 9:35AM |
Popes Glen |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
350m |
Sydney Branch |
| (Mal’s Group) Allan P. |
 Ridgewell Road, Hat Hill Fire Trail, Popes Glen, Govetts Leap Lookout. Creek crossing could be slippery. Some rough sections.
Location: Blackheath
Map: Katoomba and Mt Wilson Limit: 20.
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| 2 Dec, Sat 10:27AM |
Glenbrook |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Margery W. |
 Walk around Glenbrook Lagoon (mainly level), then Glenbrook Native Plant Reserve. Train return to city.
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| 2 Dec, Sat |
Lake Yurunga |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Illawarra Branch |
| Caryll S. |
  Paddle from Tallowa Dam up Kangaroo River, Bundanoon Creek and Stoney Creek and return. Wind affected. PFDs compulsory.
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| 2 Dec, Sat |
Point Green & Wolgan Falls |
| Grade:5/6 |
Length |
9km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Yuri B. |
This is a walk in another spectacular, unprotected part of the Gardens of Stone region, currently under threat. We will visit Point Green and the Wolgan Falls, starting and finishing on Sunnyside Ridge Road. Find out why this area must be protected for future generations. Scrambling and exposure. 5M. S223E.
Location: Newnes State Forest
Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N
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| 3 Dec, Sun |
Little Wobby – Wondabyne |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
21km |
700m |
Sydney Branch |
| Nicola L. |
Brooklyn, ferry to Little Wobby, Rocky Ponds, side trip to the Icicles, GNW, Mt Wondabyne, Kariong Pool (for refreshing dip), Wondabyne Station. Mostly good track (leader hasn't done the short sidetrip to the Icicles before and is told there is a good foot pad). Some fire trail which will feel very hot and exposed if the sun is out. Creek crossings. Gaiters highly recommended and must carry a high compression bandage in your first aid kit. Phone on the day of the walk only.
Location: Brisbane Water NP
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| 3 Dec, Sun 7:30AM |
NLC Transverse |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Conny H. |
| Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment (NLC) Transverse. This hidden gem offers the most amazing variety of vegetation, lovely scenic views and sometimes rare fauna. Bookings essential.
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| 4 Dec, Mon |
Burning Palms Walk |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Southern Sydney Branch |
| Brian E. |
| Walk from Garawarra Farm down through Burning Palms and back. The exact route and distance will vary depending on the group and the weather.
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| 4-10 Dec, Mon-Sun |
Kosciuszko NP |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
40km |
600m |
Sydney Branch |
| Richard T. |
  Kiandra to Round Mountain mostly via the Australian Alps Walking Track. Some lovely areas to visit on this route, staying near some great Koscie huts. And, of course, a climb of Mt Jagungal is an option for us. Limit: 15. Best Walk: Mt Jagungal
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| 4 Dec, Mon 9:03AM |
Waterfall Circuit |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
6km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| (Mal’s Group) Allan P. |
 Waterfall Circuit followed by Christmas lunch at Lawson Hotel. Bookings essential.
Location: Lawson
Map: Katoomba Limit: 20.
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| 5 Dec, Tue 9:30AM |
Macquarie Pass |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
8km |
650m |
Southern Highlands Branch |
| Scott A. |
Mt Murray to Cascades. Down Macquarie Pass top to bottom using old overgrown forest trails and off-track. Steep & rough, off track, crossings of Illawarra Highway.
Location: Macquarie Pass
Map: Robertson 90284N Limit: 12.
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| 5 Dec, Tue 10:29AM |
Manly Lagoon – Manly |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Margaret B. |
| Manly Lagoon - Queenscliff - Manly on streets, paths, parks. Lots of water views. Swim. Ferry return from Manly.
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| 5 Dec, Tue 9:14AM |
Ryde Park – Chatswood West |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Shirley H. |
| Walk via Field of Mars Reserve, Buffalo Creek, Lane Cove River, Magdala Park, Fairyland Reserve to Fullers Bridge. At finish a bus to Chatswood Station. Carry morning tea, lunch and water for a full day walk. Steep sections, bushtracks, rough and rocky, streets, steps. Moderate pace.
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| 6 Dec, Wed 7:30PM |
AGM and Christmas meeting |
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Hawkesbury Cumberland Branch |
| Dennis T. |
  Come and join us for the last meeting of 2017. We will be having nibbles, drinks and good company for Christmas. The Hawkesbury-Cumberland Branch will also be having it’s AGM. So please come and join us for some Christmas cheer. Send Dennis an email if you need directions.
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| 6 Dec, Wed 4:30PM |
Collers Beach Circuit |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
4km |
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Milton Branch |
| Wendy |
 Walk along rock platform to the Point and up to One Track For All. Just a little minor scrambling on rocks. Option to climb track or steps. BBQ at Mollymook Beach afterwards. Bring your own food and drink. Cooking expertise and gear provided!
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| 6 Dec, Wed 10:17AM |
Katoomba – Echo Point |
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Length |
3km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Bob S. |
| Mostly downhill ramble from Katoomba Station to Echo Point.
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| 8 Dec, Fri |
Alcatraz |
| Grade:6/6 |
Length |
13km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Yuri B. |
Note early start. Only a few places left on this walk, which promises to be a spectacular adventure. Numbers are strictly limited due to multiple private properties access. Start at GR 357 188 on Wolgan Road. Walk N, then NW, then SSW and locate a narrow ridge at around GR 332 192. Now, climb this ridge and find a way to the tops. Follow the escarpment NW, then N around a tributary of Liberty Gully till about GR 331 201. From here, walk SE and visit a high point at around GR 333 199. Retrace NW, descend the gully to the W and make our way to the top of Alcatraz. Find a descent via the gully to the S; alternatively, use Woolpack Gap. Scrambling and exposure. Exploratory.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Ben Bullen 89314S Limit: 8.
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| 8 Dec, Fri 9:00AM |
Deer Pool – Little Marley |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
12km |
200m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
| Brian E. |
 A morning walk to Little Marley during the week to avoid the crowds. Time for swimming. Sunburn!!!! And beware of rips at Little Marley.
Location: Royal NP
Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10.
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| 8 Dec, Fri 8:42AM |
Magdala Creek and Martins Lookout |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
350m |
Sydney Branch |
| (Mal’s Group) Allan P. |
Walk down the Magdala Creek track to Glenbrook Creek. Then head downstream to sandy area and pool before the long climb up to Martins Lookout and back to Springwood Station. Some creek crossings could be slippery.
Location: Springwood
Map: Springwood Limit: 20.
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| 9 Dec, Sat |
Point Green and the the Wolgan Falls |
| Grade:5/6 |
Length |
9km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Yuri B. |
Only a few spaces left. This is a walk in another spectacular, unprotected part of the Gardens of Stone region, currently under threat. We will visit Point Green and the Wolgan Falls, starting and finishing on Sunnyside Ridge Road. Find out why this area must be protected for future generations. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Newnes State Forest
Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N
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| 9 Dec, Sat 8:35AM |
Spit Bridge -Manly |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
9km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
If there is a more iconic walk that epitomises the beauty of Sydney Harbour I'd certainly like to know about it! Expect several swimming stops and a side trip to Crater Cove along the way as we cruise along the littoral zone.
Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 20. Best Walk: Sydney Harbour
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| 9 Dec, Sat |
Wolgan View Canyon |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
7km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| Peter F. |
 Glowworm Tunnel Road - Wolgan View Canyon - Carne Creek Lookout - Return via gullies and pagodas. Explore this maze of gullies, pagodas and a visit to an easy canyon. A very interesting area. Track, off-track with mild scrub, easy scrambles. Canyon usually dry.
Location: Wollemi NP Limit: 12. Map: Cullen Bullen
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| 10 Dec, Sun 10:00AM |
Christmas at Narrawallee Inlet |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
4km |
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Milton Branch |
| Barry T. |
From the reserve, an optional short walk around the area, possibly exploring some newly constructed walking tracks. Or just picnic and socialise and swim if hot. BYO picnic lunch and cool drinks. The December meeting will be held at around 1:30pm. Guests welcome.
Map: Milton 89272N
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| 10 Dec, Sun |
Illawarra Northern Beaches |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
12km |
50m |
Illawarra Branch |
| Graham B. |
| A great summer time walk from Coalcliff to Thirroul via Seacliff Bridge, footpaths, beaches and rock platforms. Some exposure to waves and traffic, may be some slippery sections. Rock hopping. Limit: 15.
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| 11 Dec, Mon 9:22AM |
Prince Henry Cliff Walk |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
| (Mal’s Group) Allan P. |
(Updated Details) Prince Henry Cliff Walk from Katoomba Cascades to Merriwa St exit. Lots of up and down. Some wet, muddy, possibly slippery sections.
Location: Katoomba
Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. Map: Katoomba Best Walk: Wentworth Falls to Katoomba
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| 12 Dec, Tue 10:43AM |
Coalcliff – Thirroul |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Ailsa C. |
| Coalcliff - Sea Cliff Bridge - Scarborough - bus to Austinmer - Thirroul. Streets, ups & downs, walk over the Sea Cliff Bridge. Bus to Austinmer for lunch and swim. Walk to Thirroul. Train return from Thirroul to city.
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| 12 Dec, Tue 9:00AM |
Heathcote – Karloo Pool and return |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
200m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
| Brian E. |
A morning walk to Karloo Pool to enjoy a swim and the delights of Royal.
Location: Royal NP
Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10.
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| 12 Dec, Tue 9:37AM |
Sydney Harbour NP |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
11km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Shirley H. |
Walk to South Head, Watsons Bay then to Nielsen Park Beach for a 1 hour stop for lunch and optional swim (at own risk), then Hermitage Track walk to Rose Bay. Bus return to city. Carry morning tea, lunch and water for a full day walk. Bushtracks, some steep steps, streets. Moderate pace.
Location: Sydney Harbour National Park
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| 13 Dec, Wed 9:45AM |
Collaroy – Manly |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
130m |
Sydney Branch |
| Gerald H. |
Collaroy to Manly via Long Reef (morning tea), Dee Why, Curl Curl and Harbord (lunch). No need to contact leader. Beach, bushtracks around headland with some paths. Soft sand on beaches and some climbs.
Location: Northern Beaches
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| 13 Dec, Wed |
Empire Bay to Woy Woy |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Central Coast Branch |
| Bill P. |
Empire Bay to Woy Woy. Fourth walk in the series of six around the shores of Brisbane Water. Morning walk, 10km or 13km depending on the weather. Mainly on shared path, moderate pace. Early start but not much shade so you may need a sun umbrella or large hat!
Map: Central Coast street map
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| 14 Dec, Thu 6:45AM |
Narrawallee Inlet |
| Grade:2/6 |
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Milton Branch |
| Barry T. |
| Meet at ramp at 6:45am for a 7am start. Short distance. Return at 9am. PFDs compulsory.
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| 15 Dec, Fri |
A walk or a non-abseiling/swimming canyon walk |
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Sydney Branch |
| Yuri B. |
| Depending on the weather, either a walk exploring the amazing country around Newnes or a non-abseiling/swimming canyon walk will be offered. Put this date in your diary and watch Short Notice Walk announcements for exact details. Grade 5 or 6.
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| 15 Dec, Fri 8:25AM |
Glenbrook Gorge |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
9km |
220m |
Sydney Branch |
| (Mal’s Group) Allan P. |
(Cancelled) Rock hop down Glenbrook Gorge to Nepean River. Slippery rocks. Rock scrambling and creek crossings. Maybe some wading. Then follow rough track along the Nepean River and up to Lapstone Station.
Location: Glenbrook
Map: Penrith Limit: 15.
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| 16 Dec, Sat 7:44AM |
Bronte Beach, Clovelly Beach, Gordons Bay and Little Bay |
| Grade:1/6 |
Length |
5km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
 This is not a walk but a series of surfing and snorkelling stops to experience as much of Sydney's sealife as we're able to spot in these 4 iconic locations! So bring along your boogie board, snorkelling gear and swimmers on this aquatic tour of the best beaches and bays the eastern suburbs can offer. Blockout and rash vests advisable.
Location: Sydney
Map: Sydney Limit: 20.
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| 16 Dec, Sat 9:56AM |
Cronulla Circuit |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
7km |
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Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Dianne E. |
| Cronulla - Gunnamatta Bay - Shelly Beach - Cronulla. Streets, parks, ups & downs, steps, water views. Swim. Christmas Quiz. Wear red/green and Santa hats.
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| 16 Dec, Sat |
Winifred Falls |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
150m |
Illawarra Branch |
| Helen W. |
Meet at Audley for coffee then walk to Winifred Falls and beyond to Southwest Arm for a swim and return. Steep climb out.
Location: Royal NP Limit: 20.
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| 17 Dec, Sun 3:00PM |
Burrill Lake – Potholes Beach |
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Milton Branch |
| Elaine R. |
| Buy your fish & chips and have dinner by the lakeshore following the walk. (Lake alternative walk to be offered depending on wind and walk conditions on the beach.)
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| 17 Dec, Sun |
Kentlyn |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
2km |
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Macarthur Branch |
| Beth M. |
| Pre-Christmas retreat to sanity. No cash registers within cooee. Not far, not fast. Easy walk to the best private, secluded swimming hole on the Georges River. Bring your plant book, bring any book, and your swimmers, and prepare to relaaaxxxxxx. Bring your tent if you want to stay the night. Some unformed track. Deep water. Bunyips.
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| 17 Dec, Sun |
Mount Kembla |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
300m |
Illawarra Branch |
| Col M. |
Walk from Mount Kembla Lookout to 3 locations - Mount Kembla Summit, Ring Track and Ridge Track on tracks and fire trail. Rainforest and coastal views. Steep sections, cliff tops.
Location: Illawarra Escarpment SCA Limit: 16. Best Walk: Mt Kembla Summit Track
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| 18 Dec, Mon 9:00AM |
Maitland Bay Circuit from Wagstaffe |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
16km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| Carole |
Joint walk with Bush Club. Great views, bush tracks, beaches, possible swim at Maitland Bay (lunch).
Location: Central Coast
Map: Broken Bay 91301N Limit: 15. Best Walk: Bouddi Coastal Track
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| 18 Dec, Mon 8:54AM |
Sassafras Gully and Magdala Creek |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
400m |
Sydney Branch |
| (Mal’s Group) Allan P. |
From Springwood Station we walk to Sassafras Gully via Fairy Dell and Picnic Point. Follow Sassafras Creek and Glenbrook Creek to Perch Ponds. Return to Springwood Station via Magdala Creek. Creek crossings maybe slippery.
Location: Springwood
Map: Springwood Limit: 20. Map: Springwood Best Walk: Glenbrook to Faulconbridge
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| 19 Dec, Tue 9:00AM |
Heathcote – Kangaroo Creek |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
200m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
| Brian E. |
A loop walk with lots of chances to swim and enjoy the quiet of the bush. Some climbing.
Location: Royal NP
Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10.
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| 19 Dec, Tue 9:58AM |
Lawson – Lawson Pool |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
4km |
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Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Judith H. |
| Walk from Lawson Station to Lawson Pool via Echo Bluff. Optional swim at Lawson Pool ($6.40 Adult / $4.80 Concession / Over age 75 free). Train return to city. Streets, tracks, ups & downs.
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| 19 Dec, Tue 9:30AM |
North Sydney |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Shirley H. |
| Walk from Wollstonecraft Station to Milsons Point Station via reserves and bays. Carry morning tea, lunch and water for a full day walk. Steep sections, many steps, some bush tracks. Moderate pace.
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| 20 Dec, Wed 9:00AM |
North Bendalong – Mermaids Pool |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Milton Branch |
| Barry T. |
| Walk will start at end North Bendalong and take the forest trail via Nerrindillah Lagoon, past Hood Monument and along unsealed Cedar Road to Conjola National Park power transmission lines. Follow path junction across heathland to emerge on the shore above the Mermaids Pool, a natural sea pool. Time for a relax and swim at the pool before returning along the beach back to the car park.
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| 21 Dec, Thu 8:30AM |
Ku-ring-gai Chase |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
250m |
Sydney Branch |
| Richard T. |
A short summer walk to get ready for Christmas. Mt Kuring-gai to Berowra via Cowan Creek and Waratah Bay. A nice mixture of tracks and scenery.
Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase NP Limit: 15.
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| 22 Dec, Fri 9:22AM |
Devils Hole and Waterfall |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
12km |
350m |
Sydney Branch |
| (Mal’s Group) Allan P. |
Devils Hole and nearby waterfall. Return back up to Cliff Drive. Check out various lookouts on Cliff Drive. Steep in places. Rock scrambling. Rough tracks. Slippery sections. Watch out for cars on Cliff Drive.
Location: Katoomba
Map: Katoomba Limit: 15.
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| 22 Dec, Fri 6:02AM |
Mothers Arms to the Land of the Stone Dragon |
| Grade:6/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Yuri B. |
Early start. Park on the plateau at GR 250 324. Walk on Genowlan Mountain Trail to about GR 268 350, then walk east to a high pagoda at GR 271 350 seen on a previous walk. From here, move southwards and explore Mothers Arms area, then continue through the Land of the Stone Dragon and re-join the road at about GR 266 339. Walk back to the vehicles. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA
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