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1 May, Tue 10:13AM |
Rydalmere to Concord West |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
13km |
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Sydney Branch |
Shirley H. |
Walk via Parramatta River, Narawang Wetland, Wentworth Common, and Bicentennial Park to Concord West Station. Carry morning tea, lunch and water for a full day walk. Moderate pace.
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1 May, Tue 9:30AM |
Thirlmere Lakes NP |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
11km |
200m |
Southern Highlands Branch |
Mike M |
From Lake Couridjah car park we will traverse anti clockwise around Lake Couridjah, Lake Werri Berri, and Lake Gandangarra then up Racklyefts Finger Track to lookout over Lake Nerrigorang then down to Nerrigoran Picnic Area for lunch. Return to car park via Thirlmere Lakes Track.
Birds and wild flowers are in abundance. Rough track, fallen trees. Map: Picton 90294S Limit: 20.
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1 May, Tue 11:07AM |
Wyrrabalong NP |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
7km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Margery W. |
Ramble ridge via Crackneck Lookout and Cromarty Hill down to Forresters Beach. Bus return to Gosford, train return to city.
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2 May, Wed 6:00PM |
Naturally Accessible: Bushwalking in Sydney using a wheelchair |
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Sydney Branch |
Matt McClelland |
Bushwalking in Sydney using a wheelchair talk. Want to go on a bushwalk using a wheelchair but don’t know where to start? National Parks Association of NSW and Sargood on Collaroy will be hosting a free webinar and talk on how-to-go bushwalking in Sydney for people with disabilities.
Naturally Accessible is a new framework that is about overcoming access issues on bushwalks through better information. The Naturally Accessible webinar will be streamed live from Collaroy, Northern Sydney. There will also be limited places available for those wishing to attend the event in person. Registration is essential.
More information and registrations through Eventbrite or Facebook
Location: online
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2-4 May, Wed-Fri |
Shoalhaven |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
16km |
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Illawarra Branch |
Col M. |
2 days paddling. Thursday - paddle Sussex Inlet and cross a short section of St Georges Basin (weather conditions permitting), back via canals and the entrance. Friday - paddle down Wandandian Creek from Bewong to St Georges Basin, cross a short section of open water (weather permitting) and follow an estuary to Tullawalla Lagoon. Return via direct route. Come for 1 or both days. Cabins and powered sites available at Holiday Haven Tourist Park, Swan Lake if required on Wednesday (2nd) and Thursday (3rd) nights. Will not go onto open water in unfavourable wind conditions. PFDs and Splash decks compulsory. Must have own kayak and transport. Location: Sussex Inlet , Wandandian Creek Limit: 12.
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4 May, Fri 10:00AM |
May Day: its History, Achievements & Challenges |
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Branch |
Janine K. |
WEA/Unions NSW event. Learn about this celebration that was first celebrated in Australia by striking shearers at Barcaldine in Queensland in 1891. The course will include a light lunch followed by a short walk to Sussex Street, for a guided tour of Unions NSW's May Day display and their historic Banner Room. This course will also acknowledge the contribution that the union movement has made to the environment movement including the outstanding contribution that the Green Bans made in protecting Sydney’s urban environment.
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4 May, Fri |
SE cliffs of Genowlan Mountain |
Grade:5/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
Park vehicles on the Capertee to Glen Davis Road at approximately GR 268 298. Head out along a spur to the north, descend into and cross Dog Trap Creek at approximately GR 271 306 before ascending a long north orientated ridge towards the cliffs of Mount Genowlan. Climb up a further 200m to reach a point on the cliffs where the drainage tips to the west. From this point explore the headwaters before ascending through the next line of cliffs before heading ENE to a compound slot at GR 275 330. Descend through the cliff line and return to the cars via a northern tributary network of Dog Trap Creek. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N
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5 May, Sat 10:29AM |
Nan Tien Temple |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E. |
Explore Temple and beautiful grounds. Paths, ups & downs, steps, hopefully autumn colours. Great views. Bus return to Wollongong, coffee at Wollongong, train return to Sydney.
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6 May, Sun |
Bridge to Bridge walk |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Sydney Branch |
Roger T. |
Walk from Sydney Harbour Bridge to Clifford Love Bridge via Berrys Bay, Gore Cove, Greenwich, Longueville, Lindley Point, Lane Cove River, the Boreen, East Ryde, an unusual shoreline walk mainly on tracks. Location: Sydney Harbour Best Walk: Sydney Harbour
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6 May, Sun |
Macquarie Pass NP |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
6km |
300m |
Illawarra Branch |
Graham B. |
(Cancelled) Half day walk exploring the tracked and off-track ascent to Prominent Rocks view point on the southern Illawarra escarpment. Map: Robertson 90284N Limit: 12.
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6 May, Sun 11:00AM |
May Day Rally |
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Branch |
Janine K. |
This international day celebrates workers’ rights, struggles and solidarity and the union movement’s achievements that include sick leave, annual leave, superannuation, paid maternity leave and medicare. 2018’s May Day Rally will be a call for restoring power to the people. Join Unions NSW for a family fun day with food, entertainment, free rides and more. For more information facebook.com/unions.nsw or 0488 838 605.
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6 May, Sun 9:00AM |
Rusden Head |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Milton Branch |
Dave W. |
Walk from the car park at Little Forest Plateau to Rusden Head and escarpment. Spectacular views. Walk mainly on track, could be wet in places. Optional side excursion to “the carriages”. Location: Morton NP Map: Milton 89272N
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7 May, Mon 9:11AM |
Wentworth Falls |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
(Mal’s Group) John H. |
Darwins walk to Rocket Point Lookout. From here we take the scratchy Kings Tableland Track to Flat Rock. Fantastic views of the Jamison Valley. Return via Darwins Walk. The track goes close (but not too close) to the cliff tops. Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 20.
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8 May, Tue 9:39AM |
Auburn Gardens |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Margaret B. |
Walk short way to Gardens. Wander the Gardens (hopefully some nice autumn colours) then walk along Duck Creek to Clyde Station. Train return to city.
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8 May, Tue 9:30AM |
Joadja North NR and “Gates” view for lunch |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8.5km |
300m |
Southern Highlands Branch |
Sue M. |
Wombeyan Caves Road Walk into Joadja North Nature Reserve, one very short steep up and down, mostly even trail, beautiful lookout for lunch. One very short steep up and down. Location: Joadja NR Map: Barrallier 8929-3N Limit: 12.
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8 May, Tue 9:18AM |
Lane Cove to St Leonards |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Sydney Branch |
Shirley H. |
Lane Cover Bushland Park, walk under River Rd via Pipe Tunnel (Gore Creek running through - dark and wet - torch required), Gore Creek Reserve, Manns Point Park, Greenwich, Berry Creek Track, then onto St Leonards Station. Carry morning tea, lunch and water for a full day walk. Steep section, rough bushtracks, steps, streets. Moderate pace.
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9 May, Wed 9:00AM |
Matron Porter Dr to Garrards Reserve |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Milton Branch |
Wendy |
Walk on trails through forest to return to meeting point, with maybe a short diversion to Narrawallee Inlet. This is a very gentle downhill walk most of the way. Bring refreshments to have at Narawallee Inlet on the site of the old Oyster Farm.
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9 May, Wed 9:30AM |
Middle Head to Balmoral |
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Length |
3km |
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Sydney Branch |
Bob S. |
Ramble Middle Head to Balmoral. Little up and down.
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9 May, Wed 9:30AM |
North Wahroonga to Mt Kuring-gai |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
Fritz W. |
North Wahroonga to Mt Kuring-gai via Bobbin Head and Apple Tree Bay. Two fairly steep climbs. Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase NP
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10 May, Thu 9:32AM |
Canterbury to Tempe |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
7km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Maurice F. |
Walk from Canterbury Station to Tempe Station along the Cooks River Canal - flat walk through reserves. Train return to city from Tempe.
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11 May, Fri |
The Ravine South of Point Hatteras and more |
Grade:5/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
(Postponed) Park on the plateau at GR 250 324. Walk on the fire trail and visit Mine in the Sky. Continue to Spot Height 1031m, then descend into the gorge to the east. Explore the gorge, eventually linking with Genowlan Mountain Trail at about GR 256 330. Next, visit The Grotto and Ladders Defile, before walking back to the vehicle. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N
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12 May, Sat 9:45AM |
Alex Colley and his Forest Vision |
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Branch |
Janine K. |
Turramurra to Sheldon Forest walk. FOKE (Friends of Ku-ring-gai Environment) Event. This Turramurra walk will highlight Ku-ring-gai's wilderness champion Alex Colley OAM (1909-2014) who worked tirelessly to ensure that NSW’s forests were loved, appreciated and protected into the future. Reflect on the paths he walked for conservation that involved the Sydney Bush Walkers, the Federation of Bush Walking Clubs, and even the Turramurra Branch of the Liberal Party who, in the 1960s, unanimously supported the saving of the Colong Caves in the southern Blue Mountains.
Come and be inspired by Sheldon Forest – one of Sydney’s rarest urban forests. As well learn more about Turramurra’s heritage that includes the Little Village Park and the Hillview Conservation area. This FOKE walk is in partnership with the Colong Foundation for Wilderness where Alex Colley was Secretary for many years. 2018 celebrates the Colong Foundation for Wilderness’ 50th Anniversary. Bring hat, water & wear good walking shoes. If wet, wear raincoat and bring umbrella.
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12 May, Sat |
Cochrane Dam |
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Branch |
Jamie B. |
A walk organised by Geehi Bushwalking Club. Contact leader for further details.
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12 May, Sat 9:23AM |
Concord West to Bicentennial Park |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E. |
A return walk via streets, paths, boardwalks, ups & downs, lake, mangroves, parklands. Train return from Concord West to city.
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12-18 May, Sat (16:00PM)-Fri (16:00PM) |
Explore the Great Koala National Park |
Grade:3/6 |
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Illawarra Branch |
Helen W. |
The leader won the Great Koala National Park Getaway package in last year's NPA auction. We'll use the accommodation at Two Styx Cottages near Ebor for four nights then move on to Bellingen for another three. The area also includes some of NSW's most magnificent forests. We'll do a 10-15 km walk each day, guided by Oisin's recommendations. Expressions of interest by 6 April please. Location: New England NP and Dorrigo NP Limit: 12.
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12 May, Sat |
Heathcote to Waterfall |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
15km |
110m |
Illawarra Branch |
Adrian J. |
From station follow roads and tracks to Pipeline Track. Follow scenic track along Heathcote Creek to Battery Causeway. Cross creek and follow Bullawarring Track to Waterfall stopping at pools and lookouts along the way. River crossings and slippery track conditions. Location: Heathcote NP Map: Campbelltown 90291N
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12 May, Sat |
Watsons Bay Breakfast Paddle |
Grade:5/6 |
Length |
15km |
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Sydney Branch |
Rob & Jayne G. |
(Cancelled) Kayak, Grade 5 (weather dependant), early start. Bring drinking water and breakfast. Kayak Port Jackson and Watsons Bay. Sea kayaks essential (contact leader to discuss suitable kayak and experience), start and finish at the beach near Robertson Park, Military Road, Watsons Bay. Paddle past Camp Cove, Bottle Glass Point, Shark Bay, Steele Point, Shark Island, Rose Bay then back to Watsons Bay. Conditions: Open water, tidal, some heavy traffic. PFDs compulsory.
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13 May, Sun 9:00AM |
Burrill Lake Bush |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
13km |
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Milton Branch |
Peter F. |
From Wildflower Reserve walk west to upper reaches of lake. Follow shoreline to boat ramp then fire trail and track to Cooper Creek. Some off-track to shoreline then to outskirts of Kings Point. Return to Wildflower Res via bush track. Figure of 8 walk can be varied.
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13 May, Sun 9:45AM |
Butterflies, Camellias and Blue Gums |
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Branch |
Janine K. |
Killara to Gordon Walk. FOKE (Friends of Ku-ring-gai Environment) Event. Discover the remarkable story of Dr Gustavus Athol Waterhouse (1877-1950), famed for his expertise on butterflies. Athol lived close to his famous younger brother - Professor Eben Gowrie Waterhouse whose home and garden ‘Eryldene’ is today one of the most significant and popular house and gardens to visit in Sydney. Athol’s house, ‘Allowrie’ was built in Stanhope Road around 1905. Its memorable gardens were once the site of a magnificent ‘butterfly garden’. It was also near to some of the best butterfly collecting places along the hill top bushland ridges of east Killara. This leisurely walk will wander along Killara’s streetscapes of camellias and blue gums. Perhaps even a butterfly may be spotted?
The walk will finish at ‘Eryldene’ where visitors have the option to enter this beautiful camellia garden (entry fee $12 where Eryldene has arranged a special dedicated tour for those interested in joining this tour) or if they wish join a Mother's Day High Tea (bookings essential as this is Eryldene’s busiest day and the celebratory teas need to be pre-booked with Eryldene on (02) 9498 2271 or www.eryldene.org.au). Note the Garden Café will not be open over the Mother’s Day weekend). Bring hat, water & wear good walking shoes. If wet, wear raincoat and bring umbrella.
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13 May, Sun 8:30AM |
Mount Solitary Traverse |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
20km |
1,120m |
Sydney Branch |
Kris M. |
(Postponed) Starting at Kedumba Valley Road and finishing at the Golden Stairs. Walking the length of Mount Solitary and enjoying great views from lookout points. Steep ascent and descent with some rocky climbs to negotiate. Some steep and rocky sections. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Katoomba 89301S and Jamison 89302N Limit: 8.
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14 May, Mon 9:30AM |
Devils Hole |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
11km |
500m |
Sydney Branch |
(Mal’s Group) John H. |
Foot track via Nellies Glen, Megalong Valley then return via Devils Hole. All tracked. Some very steep and rocky bits and steps. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 20.
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14 May, Mon 9:00AM |
North Narrabeen to Manly via Long Reef |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
16km |
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Sydney Branch |
Carole |
Walk from North Narrabeen to Manly via Long Reef at low tide. Joint walk with Bush Club.
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15 May, Tue 7:00PM |
Bushwalking NSW General meeting – Warragamba dam wall |
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Branch |
Bushwalking NSW |
You are invited to the Bushwalking NSW May General Meeting. The keynote presentation: How can we keep the Warragamba dam wall as is? To be presented by Harry Burkitt, Colong Foundation & Alex Allchin, Bushwalking NSW. Hear about the latest in the NSW state government’s plans to raise the Warragamba Dam wall. The proposal would, during flood events, inundate 4,700 hectares of pristine World Heritage listed national parks and 65 kilometres of wild rivers - twice the length of the Franklin River that was under threat in the 1980s. How can bushwalkers help protect these precious, wild places? Come to learn about this issue from a bushwalker’s perspective and learn how you can take action! www.bushwalkingnsw.org.au
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15 May, Tue 10:11AM |
Douglas Park |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E. |
Streets, parks, ups & downs, lovely district views, hopefully great autumn colours in this cute little town. Train return to Macarthur for coffee, train to city.
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15 May, Tue 9:30AM |
McPhails Fire Trail |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
450m |
Southern Highlands Branch |
David W. |
McPhails Fire Trail is a downhill walk from the highlands into Kangaroo Valley. The Pipeline Lookout is an excellent morning tea stop before descending through rain forest and around Mt Carrialoo into the valley. Rough track, unfenced cliff edges, very steep descent. Location: Morton NP Map: Bundanoon 89281S Limit: 20. Map: Bundanoon 8928-1-S
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15 May, Tue 10:40AM |
South Coast |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Sydney Branch |
Shirley H. |
Coastal walk to Kiama via headlands, beaches (waterways, maybe across open to the sea) and some rock walking (slippery surfaces). Moderate pace. Carry morning tea, lunch and water for a full day walk. Train return to Central.
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16 May, Wed 9:00AM |
Fire Ecology |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
200m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
It's time to do a check on how the bush is recovering after the January fires. Multiple site visits and short walks. Burnt bush land might be more than a little black. Location: Royal NP Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10.
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16 May, Wed 9:37AM |
Huntley Point to Hunters Hill |
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Length |
4km |
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Sydney Branch |
Bob S. |
Level ramble Huntley Point to Hunters Hill.
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16 May, Wed |
Sutherland to Heathcote |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
14km |
200m |
Illawarra Branch |
Adrian J. |
From the station follow road and tracks to Woronora and river. Pick up Pipeline Track and follow diverting at times to bush tracks and viewing points. Eventually cross Heathcote Road and continue to scouts training camp and along roads to finish. Steep sections, slippery conditions. Location: Heathcote NP Map: Port Hacking 91294N and Campbelltown 90291N
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17 May, Thu 9:49AM |
Cabarita to Rhodes |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
7km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Ann P. |
Streets, paths, water views, ups & downs. Train return to city.
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17 May, Thu 6:00PM |
Rachel Carson’s Ocean Trilogy |
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Branch |
Janine K. |
NPA/WEA Event. Rachel Carson’s ‘ocean trilogy’ cannot be underestimated. Her ‘biography of the ocean’, that she wrote between 1941-1955 empowered readers to understand the fragility of Nature and led her to write her final masterpiece Silent Spring (1962). Book at WEA, SYDNEY Ph: (02) 9264 2781 www.weasydney.com.au
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18 May, Fri 8:30AM |
Manly to North Head |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
12km |
200m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
A walk via Shelly Beach. Delightful coastal walking and lots of cultural history as well. Bring your camera. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 12.
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18 May, Fri |
Red Rock Creek and Woolpack Gap |
Grade:6/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
(Postponed) Early start. Numbers are strictly limited. Park at GR 342 178 on Wolgan Road. Walk north west, then north, then north east towards Woolpack Gap. Stay underneath the cliffs and try to find a way up at about GR 347 205 (alternatively, traverse further east to Collett Gap). Once on top, walk west to the lookout point at GR 341 203. From here, walk north east and down underneath the cliff line above Red Rock Creek, at around GR 342 210. Traverse underneath the cliff line all the way to Woolpack Gap, descend through the pass and walk back to the cars. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S Limit: 8.
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18 May, Fri 8:55AM |
Wilsons Glen |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
350m |
Sydney Branch |
Allan P. |
Explore various fire trails and tracks in the area. Mostly out and back. Rock scrambling and creek crossings. Some off-track is a possibility. Location: Woodford Map: Katoomba Limit: 20.
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19 May, Sat 9:30AM |
2 popular Blackheath walks |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
13km |
700m |
Sydney Branch |
Jill G. |
Grand Canyon, Evans Lookout Circuit and Walls Ledge, Porters Pass and Centennial Glen Circuit. Use cars to connect the two walks. Some rock scrambling. Map: Katoomba 89301S
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19 May, Sat 8:30AM |
Illawarra Escarpment: Stanwell Park to Austinmer |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
16km |
400m |
Illawarra Branch |
Sam G. |
Walk the Illawarra Escarpment one way from Stanwell Park to Austinmer via the Forest Walk and Sublime Point Track. All on track; steel ladders to descend Sublime Point. Cliff edges. Location: Illawarra Escarpment SCA Map: Appin 90291S and Bulli 90292N Limit: 14. Best Walk: Illawarra Escarpment Traverse
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19 May, Sat 9:00AM |
Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment Transverse |
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Sydney Branch |
Conny H. |
This walk is a hidden gem and offers the most amazing variety of vegetation. Also lovely scenic views and sometimes rare fauna. Plant ID as we go and a brief lunch break BYO. Bookings essential.
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19 May, Sat 10:06AM |
Point Clare to Gosford |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Ailsa C. |
Flat walking, lots of water views. Train return to Sydney from Gosford.
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19 May, Sat |
Witches Watch, Hecates Cauldron & Tara Point |
Grade:5/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
Park the vehicles at around GR 306 175 on the branch road off the Bicentennial National Trail. Follow the Great Dividing Range north to Gordian Knot and then to Witches Watch, a spectacular lookout above Hecates Cauldron. From here, descend into the Cauldron and explore it underneath the cliff lines and also above, amidst “the bubbles”. Visit the Tower of Hope and other attractions. Descend into the headwaters of Baal Bone Creek, cross the valley and climb up through Tara Slot onto Tara Point. More amazing views. From here, move up to the ridge and re-connect with the vehicles. Unbelievable views, rock formations and pagodas. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Ben Bullen SF and Gardens of Stone NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S and Cullen Bullen 89313N
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