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16 Apr, Fri 10:15AM				Neighbourhood Walk No 13: Cockatoo Island
Grade:2/6		Length	5km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Bob Rankin
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Known in the Dharug language as Wareamah, meaning ‘Women’s land’, Cockatoo Island is a former convict penal establishment and naval shipyard, located in the heart of Sydney Harbour... Cockatoo Island is a source of intrigue and inspiration for visitors owing to its heritage buildings, distinctive terrain and panoramic views. Popular attractions include heritage and campground accommodation, waterfront cafés and picnic spots. We meet at Cockatoo Island wharf at 10:15 am. There are some steep stairs. A rough estimate of length is 5 km, including a walk to a pub in Balmain for lunch after catching a ferry from Cockatoo Island to Balmain after touring the island. Please advise if you will be having lunch with us on RSVP. Steep and slippery sections Location: Cocakatoo Island Map: Sydney Harbour Limit: 16. View

17 Apr, Sat				Airly Turret and the Clifftops to the East
Grade:5/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Find out why this area, part of the Gardens of Stone region, must be protected for future generations. Leave one vehicle at Airly Mountain and drive to Airly Gap. Climb towards Airly Turret, approaching it from the west, then explore the turret and its slots. Continue east through dissected terrain of pagodas and ravines until we join the road which will take us down to the first car. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N View

17 Apr, Sat				Bellambi to Fairy Meadow
Grade:2/6		Length	8km		Macarthur Branch
Lyn C
Moderate pace. Bellambi Harbour and Lagoon – Corrimal Beach – Towradgi Beach – Thomas Dalton Park – Fairy Meadow. Ocean and lagoon views. Mostly level on formed paths and grassy reserves. Quiet street walking. Option of some beach walking. Limit: 12. View

17 Apr, Sat 2:00PM				Brokers Nose Traverse | Slow paced and easy going
Grade:2/6					Illawarra Branch
Jenae J.
The walk can be a (little) steep in sections so ideally some average fitness will assist - however we are going to be taking it very slow! This walk will be ideal for people a bit worried to take on a group walk because of their fitness, we are going to take it very slow, stopping often and taking it very easy so we all enjoy the walk without fear of being too slow or too unfit. A classic Wollongong walk to our most iconic peak. An easy paced walk taking you through various types of bushland with sneaky peaks to the Illawarra below. The walk meanders through creek beds and scrub with opportunities to spot wildlife and interesting plant life. This is a family-friendly walk, so book a family ticket and bring the kids. There is a significant cliff section, so only bring kids that are old enough to follow strict direction - ie. this is not a terrible two friendly walk. We will be taking our time taking in the sites and a chance to meet new people. If you like to take photos, there are some terrific photo opportunities available and a great chance to have an epic shot at the summit - I can help here for the perfect social media photo! In the event of rain the walk will still go ahead but may be modified to suit the conditions.  Cliff, snakes. Limit: 16. View

17 Apr, Sat 10:30AM				Bungoona Lookout
					Southern Sydney Branch
Gary S.
As part of the Australian Heritage Festival this walk is organised by Sydney Tramway Museum and National Parks Association. The opportunity to learn about the flora and fauna around the Bungoona Path area during walks led by members of the National Parks Association, Sydney Branch. Easy walk on concrete path, approx. 50 minutes for the round walk from start to finish. The guides will meet the tram from Loftus at the R.N.P. Terminus. Last guided walk starts after arrival of tram around 2:25pm. Wear flat shoes and a hat, bring water and a light snack. Toilets at nearby car park. Trams leave Sydney Tramway Museum, Loftus, first heading northwards towards Sutherland hourly from 10am until 3pm, then on return to Museum, departs at 15 minutes past the hour for The Royal National Park, arriving at the terminus there approx. 7 minutes later. Departure from The Royal National Park is from 10:30am then hourly, with last tram at 3:30pm, terminating at the Museum. Travel on the tram is for holders of the all-inclusive Day Ticket ($20, $15, $10) or return Parklink Ticket - $6 Adult, $4 conc./child. More info at https://www.sydneytramwaymuseum.com.au/ Location: Royal NP View

17 Apr, Sat 10:00AM				Heritage festival
Grade:1/6					Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
NO need to RSVP. As part of the Heritage Festival, The Tramway Museum will have trams running from the Museum to RNP terminus. Most of the 3.5-kilometre tramline winds through the bush. The timetabled departure from the Tramway Museum is 10:15am then hourly until 4:15pm, with return departure from RNP terminus from 10:30am then hourly until 3:30pm. From the RNP terminus, it is a short stroll to the Bungoona Lookout. A further kilometre’s downhill walk along the Honeymoon Track brings you to the picturesque Audley weir, Weir Cafe and National Park Visitors Centre. Guided walks will be offered by leaders from NPA. Map: NPWS Royal NP View

17-18 Apr, Sat (09:00AM)-Sun (14:00PM)				Section of Six Foot Track
Grade:3/6		Length	20km	300m	Sydney Branch
Richard T.
An easier pack walk in the Megalong Valley along a section of the Six Foot Track. Lovely scenery and a great campsite next to the Cox River. Location: Blue Mountains Limit: 15. View

17 Apr, Sat 7:30AM				The Mt Solitary traverse
Grade:4/6		Length	22km	1,500m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Fully Booked) We start at the Prince Henry Cliff Walk, then walk down the Furber Stairs and along the Federal Pass walking track where we will access Mt Solitary, which has been out of bounds for over a year due to the previous fires of last summer. Then over the top of Mt.Solitary, down the Col and over the Kedumba River before we climb up onto the Kings Tableland where we finish the walk. This is a big walk with 2 decent climbs but all on tracks. Anyone contemplating this walk should be fit as this is definitely not a bludge walk by any means! Rock scrambling up onto Mt Solitary. Location: Blue Mountains National Park and Blue Mountains NP Map: Jamison 89302N and Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

18 Apr, Sun 9:39AM				Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 22
Grade:4/6		Length	16km	600m	Illawarra Branch
Helen W.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Co-Leader: Bob Rankin. Part of the Great South Coast Walk  (http://greatsouthcoastwalk.net/) a long-distance walking route along the southern coastline of New South Wales, from Bundeena on the southern fringe of Sydney, to Mallacoota, just over the border in Victoria, 660 km in total. As part of Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads, we will walk from Coalcliff to Austinmer. Lots of ups and downs on this escarpment traverse. Long day. Steep and slippery tracks. Limit: 16. View

19 Apr, Mon 7:53AM				Linden to Springwood via Sassafras Ridge
Grade:3/6		Length	16km	450m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked) The walk has been changed to the following because Linden Ridge closed. Still walking from Linden to Springwood but on the southern side of the railway. We will cross the GWH at the lights at Linden Station and walk up to Martin Pl visiting Lady Martins Bath on the way. After walking along Sassafras Ridge Trail we will leave it to look for the kangaroo carving. The kangaroo ridge is followed down to Sassafras Creek. We will exit up Wiggins Track and go through Fairy Dell to Springwood. Creek crossings. Some off track. Wet rocks can be slippery. Location: Linden Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 16. View

19 Apr, Mon 9:15AM				Northern Beaches Hospital to Roseville Bridge via Middle Harbour
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	380m	Sydney Branch
John H.
Starting at the Northern Beaches Hospital, because of its easy access by public transport, we will walk to Natural Bridge and around to Roseville Bridge via Bantry Bay and Middle Harbour. We climb 146 metres and drop 235 metres on this walk. Some rocks to clamber over but generally reasonable track. Some creek crossings. Location: Garigal NP Map: Parramatta River 91303N Limit: 15. View

20 Apr, Tue 9:01AM				Nature ramble 1: Kangaroo Creek
Grade:2/6		Length	5km	200m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
It's time to see what's out and about on the Karloo Pool, Bottle Forest Loop in Royal National Park. While we plan to be out by 1pm (Zoom meetings that day) we don't need to rush so be creative and bring a camera. Steepish climb out. Location: Royal NP Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10. View

20 Apr, Tue 9:30AM				The Cascades
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	450m	Southern Highlands Branch
Mike M
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) From the Cascades carpark climb steeply beside the waterfall and continue to a service road.  Descend to Clover Hill Rd and follow the track down to Macquarie Rivulet to return to carpark Hazards: Steep slippery track with tree roots, slippery rocks, creek crossing. Location: Macquarie Pass National Park Map: Robertson 9028-4N Limit: 18. View

21 Apr, Wed 8:30AM				Carrington Falls circuit
Grade:4/6		Length	15km	480m	Southern Highlands Branch
Keith W
(Nearly fully booked) A circular walk: From Carrington Falls car park we follow Stevo's Track steeply down to the Kangaroo River for lunch. After crossing the River we climb up the rough track via Missingham steps and once on top we follow the management trail back to the car park. Off track walking, unfenced edges, slippery rocks, creek/river crossings, bites, stings, wet feet, environmental conditions. Location: Budderoo NP Map: Robertson 9028-4N Kangaroo Valley 9028-4S Limit: 8. View

21 Apr, Wed 9:30AM				Summer Hill to Balmain
Grade:2/6		Length	11km		Sydney Branch
Denise S.
Walk from Summer Hill to Balmain East Wharf via Haberfield, Hawthorne Canal, Bay Run, Callan Park, Rozelle and Birchgrove. Lovely water views. Limit: 15. View

22 Apr, Thu 9:01AM				Nature Ramble 2: Robertson Knoll
Grade:2/6		Length	5km	200m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
There is a delightful stroll from Audley, down to Wattle Forest and then up onto Uloola Ridge, before returning via Robertson Knoll. At this time of the year the banksias are in full bloom and the air is crisp and filled with autumn. Even better, at the end of the walk we enjoy a nice coffee! Location: Royal NP Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10. View

22 Apr, Thu 12:01AM				Taverners Hill Leichhardt – Hawthorne Canal – Iron Cove Bay
Grade:1/6		Length	7km		Sydney Branch
Sandra C.
Flat walk along The Greenway Corridor beside heritage–listed Hawthorne Canal. Join the “Bay Run” to historic Rodd Park at Rodd Point and loop back along part of Iron Cove Bay foreshore walk. Covid safe numbers. Location: Sydney View

23 Apr, Fri 9:15AM				Neighbourhood Walk No 14: Kokoda Track
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	110m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Nearly fully booked) Leader will be Kevin Cliffe. Today we walk from Rhodes to Chiswick via The Kokoda Track. Enjoy a SWAG Anzac biscuit with ginger and sunflower seeds. The Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway has the following spectacular features: Memorial Centrepiece – A striking series of granite walls on which images of the New Guinea Campaign have been sandblasted. Water also forms an integral part of the centrepiece, cascading alongside the granite walls. Rainforest Area – Includes a watercourse leading into a pond overlooking the Parramatta River. Rose Garden Entry Area – A peaceful and beautiful entrance, which features rose clad pergolas and two circular memorial walls amongst beds of roses. Stations – The stations are places of significance in the New Guinea Campaign where important battles were fought or events occurred. There are a total of 22 stations along the track (including the rose garden and memorial centrepiece). Mangrove Boardwalk – Timber walkways into the mangroves providing a feel for the vegetation in New Guinea. Information Centre – Audio visual hospitality centre providing “living history” of the New Guinea Campaign. Public Walkway – an 800 metre paved walkway linking Rhodes Station to Concord Hospital. Early exit available. Location: Rhodes station, Brays Bay, Rocky Point and Rhodes station Limit: 16. View

23-25 Apr, Fri (05:17AM)-Sun (08:00AM)				Nullo Range Adventure
Grade:6/6		Length	18km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Strictly limited numbers. Private property access has been arranged. A series of three one-day walks from a base camp exploring the Nullo Range (directly north of the Yodellers Range) between Myrtle Gap and Lovers Leap. The plan for each day is to be advised, and our progress will depend on our ability to penetrate this very difficult but spectacular terrain. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. About 6 km every day. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Widden 89321N View

24 Apr, Sat 8:30AM				Waterfall to Heathcote
		Length	15km	250m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Waterfall Station - Kangaroo Creek Track - Bottle Forest Track - Engadine Track - Heathcote Station. This is a delightful walk along Kangaroo Creek, all the way down to the junction of Engadine Creek and then back up to Heathcote Station. Along the way I plan to stop for a number of swims depending on the heat of the day so bring your togs with you! Location: Royal NP Map: NPWS Royal NP View

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