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19 May, Sat 9:30AM |
Yerong Walking Track |
Grade:5/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Branch |
David.S |
The Rock (Wagga Wagga). Bring sensible shoes, sunscreen, hat, at least 2 litres of water per person, morning tea. Invite your friends on Facebook. RSVP required via email.
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20 May, Sun 8:00AM |
Byangee Walls |
Grade:5/6 |
Length |
13km |
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Milton Branch |
Leslie R. |
Led by Herbert Frey & Leslie Reddacliff. Park at Long Gully car park. Walk up to gap east of Castle and ascend Byangee Walls - rope assist available. Lunch at top near visitor’s book and return same route. Great views if weather is kind. Location: Morton NP Map: Corang 89273N Limit: 10.
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20 May, Sun 12:45PM |
Ku-ring-gai Matters: Time for World Heritage |
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Branch |
Janine K. |
FOKE (Friends of Ku-ring-gai Environment) Event. This fundraising luncheon for EDO, NSW opens with the question about whether it might be time to consider world heritage listing Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park - the second national park in NSW in 1894, and one of the first in the world.
Madi Maclean, President of the Blue Mountains Conservation Society will highlight the achievement of World Heritage Listing the Greater Blue Mountains in 2000. Bob Crombie from the Sutherland Shire Environment Centre will talk about their current campaign calling to World Heritage list Royal National Park. When Royal was reserved in 1879 it was the first time the words ‘national park’ had ever been used to describe a protected park area. When Yellowstone was formed in the USA in 1872 it was named a national park in the sense that the park was under federal, not State, jurisdiction.
In 2017 the English Lake District’s World Heritage status was changed to include the role it played in the development of the conservation movement. This new initiative now opens the door for Royal National Park to be world heritage listed. If this is achieved, then it is timely to call for Ku-ring-gai Chase be World Heritage listed as well. After all Ku-ring-gai was one of the first parks to be formed because of the intrinsic values of nature. Eccleston Du Faur (1832-1915) the driving force behind the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park had no doubts about this when he used these words for the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park seal - Natura Ars Dei or ‘Nature is the Art of God’.
Enjoy a light lunch and coffee at the heritage Café Pecorino to raise funds for EDO NSW (Environmental Defenders Office) who continue to provide legal advice to those communities fighting to defend their environment.
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21 May, Mon 9:22AM |
Ruined Castle |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
13km |
400m |
Sydney Branch |
(Mal’s Group) Allan P. |
Scenic World to Golden Stairs on Narrowneck. Descend stairs and walk to Ruined Castle. Return to Scenic World. Plenty of uneven stairs. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba Limit: 20.
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22 May, Tue 9:00AM |
Burrill Lake |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
30km |
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Milton Branch |
Peter F. |
Ride from Canberra Crs mainly on bush tracks. Mountain bikes recommended.
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22 May, Tue 9:29AM |
Forestville to Manly Vale |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Sydney Branch |
Shirley H. |
Walk from Forestville via Engraving Track to Seafroth Oval then to Upper Manly Dam Reserve to Manly Vale. B-line bus return to city. Carry morning tea, lunch and water for a full day walk. Steep sections, rough and rocky bushtracks, steps, fire trails. Location: Garigal NP
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22 May, Tue 9:37AM |
Springwood – Birdwood Gully – Springwood |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Judith H. |
Rough eroded track in places. Down and up. Spectacular wave rock and pleasant creek. Train return to Sydney.
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22 May, Tue 9:30AM |
Walls of Camelot & Rocky Waterholes LO |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
13km |
450m |
Southern Highlands Branch |
David W. |
Walls of Camelot. The track branches off the Nattai Ridge Road to follow a fence line to a track leading to magnificent sandstone cliffs. The track then continues on to join the Rocky Water HolesTrack which provides a lookout over Rocky Waterholes Creek. Return by this track back to the car park. Rough track, slippery creek crossings and scrambling up loose scree slopes. Location: Nattai NP Map: Hilltop 8929-2N Limit: 16. Map: Hilltop 8929-2N
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23 May, Wed 10:00AM |
Cockatoo Island 21st Sydney Biennale Walking Tour |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
6km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
Esther |
On Cockatoo Island, 20 artists will present works echoing the history of the UNESCO World-Heritage-listed site around movement, migration, production and participation, including works that grow or morph over the course of the Biennale. http://www.cockatooisland.gov.au/whats/21st-biennale-sydney
We shall meet at Circular Quay Wharf 5 for ferry to Cockatoo Island, in time for morning tea. We shall then join the free guided tour at 11:30am (45 minutes) starting from Superposition Studio.
After the tour, we will explore historic Cockatoo Island at leisure and meet back at the wharf at 2pm for the 2:13 pm ferry, arriving Circular Quay at 2:40 pm.
No need to RSVP but contact leader by email is appreciated. Location: Sydney Harbour Map: Sydney
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23 May, Wed 8:00PM |
FOKE Public Meeting |
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Branch |
Janine K. |
David Vs Goliath, Defending the Environment at a time of crisis. Join Friends of Ku-ring-gai Environment’s (FOKE) public meeting to listen to David Morris who recently joined EDO NSW as its new CEO in October 2017. Hear about David’s vision for EDO NSW in defending the environment at a time of crisis. Admission is free and all are welcome. More information: facebook.com/friendsofkuringgai and foke.org.au
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23 May, Wed 10:05AM |
Grand Canyon, Blackheath |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Sydney Branch |
Sophie A. |
Bush tracks, hundreds of steps up and down, beautiful scenary, creek crossing.
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23 May, Wed 10:22AM |
Watsons Bay to Neilson Park |
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Length |
3km |
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Sydney Branch |
Bob S. |
Level ramble Watsons Bay to Neilson Park.
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25 May, Fri 8:46AM |
Faulconbridge & Kariwoga Ridges |
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Length |
16km |
450m |
Sydney Branch |
Allan P. |
(Fully Booked) Not going to Faulconbrige Point. This means more time to check out Kariwoga Ridge. Faulconbridge Ridge is a fire trail. Kariwoga Ridge is rough. Some rock scrambling. Location: Faulconbridge Map: Springwood and Kurrajong Limit: 15.
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25 May, Fri |
South West Mount Airly |
Grade:5/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
Park vehicles at Airly Gap, GR 238 326. Walk south and then west following the alignment of the former tramway/self-actuated incline to the transfer station site then the double track skip haulage to the high level tunnel through the SW end of Mount Airly; climb the spur to the top of the SW corner of Mount Airly, inspect the crest /edge of cliff line before heading north to descend into a tributary of Gap Creek and hence back to the vehicles. Exploratory for the leader. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N
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26 May, Sat 9:38AM |
Denistone East to Eastwood |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E. |
Walk via Denistone via streets, parks, ups & downs, tracks, some lovely bush including remnant Blue Gum High Forest. Coffee at Eastwood, train return to city.
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26 May, Sat |
Mt Victoria |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
15km |
400m |
Illawarra Branch |
Adrian J. |
Experience great walks and areas of Mt Victoria. Historic sites and caves and plenty more. Some steep sections. Cliff edges and slippery loose surfaces. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Mt Wilson and Hartley 89304N
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26-27 May, Sat (08:30AM)-Sun (16:00PM) |
Splendour Rock Pack Walk |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
25km |
600m |
Sydney Branch |
Richard T. |
The annual trip to Splendour Rock in the Blue Mountains, this time with a nearly full moon. A wonderful experience! This is a lovely trip with an unforgettable view from the campsite. Location: Blue Mountains NP Limit: 15. Best Walk: Splendour Rock
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26 May, Sat |
West of Pagoda Road |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
9km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
Peter F. |
The Bicentennial National Trail – Pagoda Road – West of Pagoda Road – Fire trail - Bike Track back to vehicles. This is not the classic Pagoda Road walk, we will explore the country further to the west. Spectacular pagoda country under threat from mining, see it while you can. Off-track, bike track, minor scrambles and a little mild scrub. Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12.
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27 May, Sun 9:00AM |
Lost World & Coles Creek Caves |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Milton Branch |
Fiona S. |
Walk from end of Martins Ridge Road on fire trails & rough track to explore secret jungle gardens hidden between jumbles of fallen slabs. Some spectacular and interesting rock formations, magnificent temperate rainforest. Optional visit to the Aboriginal art site at Coles Creek after lunch, depending on time and participants. Map: Tianjara 89271S Limit: 10.
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28 May, Mon 8:14AM |
Penrith River Loop |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
11km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
(Mal’s Group) Allan P. |
Walk the Emu Plains side of the Nepean River. Cross the Freeway Bridge and walk to the Weir. Finish walk at Penrith Station. Mostly shared paths. Location: Emu Plains Map: Penrith Limit: 20.
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28 May, Mon 8:24AM |
Wombat walks |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
Theo H. |
Red Hand Cave, Glenbrook. Steep road to and from Glenbrook Creek, creek crossing. Easy pace and time for viewing. Limit: 8.
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29 May, Tue 6:00PM |
50th Anniversary Dinner Saving Wilderness |
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Branch |
Janine K. |
Colong Foundation for Wilderness 50th Anniversary Dinner Event. Join this important 50th anniversary celebration of the Colong Foundation for Wilderness that was formed in 1968 to save the Colong Caves, in the southern Blue Mountains from mining. Guest speaker Professor Bob Carr - one of NSW’s finest parliamentary advocates for the environment.
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29 May, Tue 8:45AM |
Dangar Island Circumnavigation |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
4km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Sue W |
Train to Hawkesbury River then ferry to the island. Stunning 360 degree views of the river, adjacent islands and bridges. Ferry and train return to city. Footpaths, tracks and beach. No cars on the island. Click here for map.
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29 May, Tue 9:30AM |
Lake Alexandra to 40′ Falls |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
300m |
Southern Highlands Branch |
Geoff A. |
Lake Alexandra to 40' Falls. The track follows the Nattai River from the lake to Nattai Creek where the track to the falls leaves the main track and follows the Nattai Creek Track to the falls. It is possible to climb around behind the falls for a sheltered spot in hot weather. Return by the Boxvale Track. Rough track, slippery rocks, creek crossing and steep steps. Location: Mt Alexander NR Map: Mittagong 89292S Limit: 20.
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29 May, Tue 10:00AM |
Marley Beach |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Sydney Branch |
Shirley H. |
Coastal walk to Marley Beach and return. Carry morning tea, lunch and water for a full day walk. Steep sections, tracks (some uneven and rocky, possible slippery surfaces), steps on ascent and descent, fire trails, moderate pace. Location: Royal NP Best Walk: Otford to Bundeena
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30 May, Wed 9:13AM |
Belrose to Narrabeen |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
16km |
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Sydney Branch |
Mike P. |
Walk via Deep Creek, mainly downhill with varied flora. Fire trails, eroded bush tracks, waterfalls and creek crossings.
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30 May, Wed |
Blackheath |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
250m |
Illawarra Branch |
Adrian J. |
Circular route following roads and tracks visiting Porters Pass, Colliers Causeway, Centennial Glen/Pass with side trip to Fort Rock and climbers wall prior to finishing on steep road ascent to station. Cliff edges, slippery conditions. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Katoomba 89301S
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30 May, Wed 9:00AM |
Narrawallee Circuit |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
7km |
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Milton Branch |
Sheila B. |
From Narrawallee Beach North walk along beach and up the bush walk, around to Bannisters Head and Jones Beach. Coffee at Tallwood Ave afterwards. greatsouthcoastwalk.net
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31 May, Thu 12:00PM |
Patonga to Umina |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
350m |
Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Zenia P. |
(Updated Details) Walk up Patonga hill with views of Lion Island, Palm Beach, Wagstaff. Down fire trail to Pearl Beach and around headland to Umina.
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31 May, Thu 6:00PM |
Sydney’s Marine Conservationist: David G. Stead |
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Branch |
Janine K. |
NPA/WEA Event. David G. Stead (1877-1957) was not only one of Australia’s most significant conservationists but a visionary marine conservationist. Learn how his marine legacy continues today.
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1 Jun, Fri 9:55AM |
Coxs Road |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
400m |
Sydney Branch |
Allan P. |
(Fully Booked) Coxs Road to Hartley Vale. Return by Lockyers Road. Location: Mt York Map: Hartley 89304N Limit: 15.
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2 Jun, Sat |
Blaxland to Faulconbridge |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
18km |
250m |
Illawarra Branch |
Adrian J. |
From Blaxland Station follow Pippas Pass to Florabella Pass and then descend 120m to cross Glenbrook Creek. Ascend 140m and follow faint track to Kings Link Track, visiting Lost World and Bunyan Lookouts. Descend to cross Glenbrook Creek again and follow Glenbrook and Sassafras Creeks gradually ascending on good tracks to Faulconbridge. Location: Blue Mountains NP
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2 Jun, Sat 12:00PM |
Duffys Forest |
Grade:3/6 |
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Sydney Branch |
Conny H. |
Walk to 'Moon Rock' Aboriginal carvings and through endangered Duffys Forest Ecological Community.
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2 Jun, Sat |
Neubecks Spur and Hermit Spur |
Grade:5/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
Find out why Ben Bullen State Forest, part of the Gardens of Stone region, must be protected for future generations. Park the vehicles at GR 263 090. Walk SW and explore Neubecks Spur and then Hermit Spur. This walk has both the spectacular pagoda landscapes and fascinating historical elements in it. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Ben Bullen SF Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N
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2 Jun, Sat 9:56AM |
Rhodes Circuit |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E. |
Walk from Homebush Bay to Brays Bay. Streets, parks, cycleway, lots of water views, Kokoda Track. Train return to city.
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3 Jun, Sun 11:08AM |
Engadine crcuit walk |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
7km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
Esther |
We start from Engadine with a fairly steep descend, then we walk along the Woronora River until we climb a steep ascend to Lucas Heights. We will return to Engadine along the river. Tracks are not obvious and some scrambling is involved, but it's easy paced. Pristine river, fantastic view and spectacular flora. If you are lucky, you may see an owl. Bring drinks and lunch/snack. River crossings, slippery sections, rock scrambling, moderate rain forecasted. Location: Heathcote NP Map: Heathcote Limit: 5.
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3 Jun, Sun 8:00AM |
Gaolhouse Pass, Claydons Creek & beyond |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
18km |
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Milton Branch |
Leslie R. |
Led by Herbert Frey & Leslie Reddacliff. From Bushwalker car park follow track to Gaolhouse Pass and descend on the old horse track through lower pass, then follow the creek downstream to Claydons Creek, and possibly on to the Clyde River junction for lunch. Return uphill all the way on same route. Map: Tianjara 89271S Limit: 10.
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4 Jun, Mon 9:00AM |
Kamay Botany Bay Inspection, Stage 1 |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
5km |
70m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
An inspection walk of the Kurnell Precinct of Kamay Botany Bay National Park in preparation for the Branch submission on the new draft plan of management. Part of a series of three NPA field trips to different parts of the park to help inform people interested in writing and submissions for the new Kamay-Botany Bay NP DPOM. That will include the Captain Cook Memorial site, the new captain's pick by ScoMo for the "Colossus of Cook", Alpha and the site for the new visitor centre, museum, etc and then up to Yena via Inscription Point and the Leap and also through to the whale watching centre. Location: Kamay Botany Bay NP Limit: 12.
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4 Jun, Mon 9:12AM |
Overcliff and Undercliff |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
320m |
Sydney Branch |
Allan P. |
Walk to Conservation Hut. Then down stairs to Overcliff Walk. Visit Den Fenella Lookout. Follow Undercliff Walk to Wentworth Falls and Round Walk. Location: Wentworth Falls Map: Katoomba Limit: 20.
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5 Jun, Tue 9:00AM |
Basin View to Huskisson ride (Road/Mtn) |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
40km |
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Milton Branch |
Leslie R. |
Led by Herbert Frey & Leslie Reddacliff. From Basin View boat ramp, mainly on cycleway to St Georges Basin, along foreshore track to Sanctuary Pt Cycleway again to Huskisson. Return on cycleways and roads. Swim possible if hot. Map: Shoalhaven Cycleways
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5 Jun, Tue 9:20AM |
Blue Mountains NP at Glenbrook |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
14km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Shirley’s Group) Jim W. |
Walk via roadways, bush tracks to Euroka Clearing Campground, then a circuit walk before returning to Glenbrook Station. Carry morning tea, lunch and water for a full day walk. Steep climbs, many steps, rough tracks, moderate pace. Location: Blue Mountains NP
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5 Jun, Tue 10:01AM |
Featherdale Wildlife Park |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
2km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Margaret B. |
A chance to see 1700 native animals of 250 species and the largest group of koalas anywhere. This park has an excellent reputation. Cost: $32 Adult / $27 Pensioner / $21 Senior. Bus & train return.
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5 Jun, Tue 5:00PM |
Walk Sydney Vivid |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
7km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
Esther |
We start with an optional Malaysian meal at Lee's kitchen (corner George and Hunter Street). Meet at 5pm if you wish to have a quick meal. Join later if you do not wish to eat beforehand. Vivid Walk starts at 5:45pm. We shall follow the Vivid Route Map and catch the lights at Martin Place, State Library, The Conservatorium of Music, The Opera House, The Royal Botanic Garden, Custom House, and the Rocks. Walk will conclude at Wynyard Station. https://www.vividsydney.com/sites/default/files/Vivid%202018%20Map%20-%20Zcard-website.pdf No need to RSVP but email contact leader is appreciated. Light rain forecasted. Location: Sydney Harbour Map: Sydney Harbour
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5-17 Jun, Tue (10:00AM)-Sun (17:00PM) |
Wild Light |
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Branch |
General Community Event |
An exhibition of photographs by Henry Gold OAM from Tuesday 5 June to Sunday 17 June 2018 to raise funds for the Colong Foundation for Wilderness. Gallery hours 10am – 5pm daily. Showcasing beautiful colour images of NSW wilderness areas. Official opening by Clover Moore, Lord Mayor of Sydney – 6pm Wednesday 6 June. Everyone welcome.
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5 Jun, Tue 9:30AM |
Wombat Hill Lookout & Rebecca’s View |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
13km |
200m |
Southern Highlands Branch |
John A. |
Wombat Hill Lookout and Rebeccas View. The walk begins at Meryla Pass in Morton NP. From the locked gate continue on the fire trail along the ridge. There are several view points which look towards Mt Carrialoo, Crankeys Creek and Lake Yarrunga until reaching the end of the track overlooking Wombat Hill. On the return there is an optional trail leading to Rebeccas View over Sandys Creek on the other side of the ridge. Rough track, unfenced cliffs. Location: Morton NP Map: Bundanoon 89281S Limit: 20.
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6 Jun, Wed 10:05AM |
Blackheath |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Sydney Branch |
Sophie A. |
Blackheath - Evans Lookout - Govetts Leap - Popes Glen - Blackheath. Great views, good bush tracks, steps up and down.
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6 Jun, Wed 9:00AM |
Bundidgerry walking track |
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Length |
7km |
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Branch |
David.S |
Bundidgerry walking track Rainforest Walk, Narrandera - Lake Talbot loop (seven kilometres) follows a scenic route around Lake Talbot and the majestic Murrumbidgee River. Bring sensible shoes, sunscreen, hat, at least 2 litres of water per person, morning tea. Invite your friends on Facebook. RSVP required via email.
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6 Jun, Wed 9:30AM |
Iron Cove Rozelle Hospital |
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Length |
4km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Bob S. |
Level ramble Iron Cove.
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6 Jun, Wed 9:00AM |
Kamay Botany Bay Inspection, Stage 2 |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
7km |
100m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
(Cancelled) The second inspection of Kamay Botany Bay National Park in preparation for the draft plan of management. Inspect the southern section of the park, entering via the road past the desalination plant. There is limited parking at the end of that road. We will check that road, the illegal access by 4WD, trail bikes, horses, etc and also look at weeds, track work, regeneration after fire, etc. Plan to walk along the coast to and perhaps a bit beyond the lighthouse. Part of a series of three NPA field trips to different parts of the park to help inform people interested in writing and submissions for the new Kamay-Botany Bay NP DPOM. Location: Kamay Botany Bay NP Limit: 12.
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6 Jun, Wed 9:00AM |
Mollymook Mystery Tour |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Milton Branch |
Wendy |
Explore through little back alleys, reserves and little known paths as we head towards Tallwood Ave, the oval and golf course. Mostly easy walking with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the views. Hills will be kept to a minimum, but there will be some! Coffee at Mollymook Bathers.
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