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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. View

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 View

2 Jun, Sat 12:00PM				Duffys Forest
Grade:3/6					Sydney Branch
Conny H.
Walk to 'Moon Rock' Aboriginal carvings and through endangered Duffys Forest Ecological Community. View

2 Jun, Sat				Neubecks Spur and Hermit Spur
Grade:5/6		Length	8km		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 View

2 Jun, Sat 9:56AM				Rhodes Circuit
Grade:1/6		Length	6km		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. View

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. View

3 Jun, Sun 8:00AM				Gaolhouse Pass, Claydons Creek & beyond
Grade:4/6		Length	18km		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. View

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. View

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. View

5 Jun, Tue 9:00AM				Basin View to Huskisson ride (Road/Mtn)
Grade:2/6		Length	40km		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 View

5 Jun, Tue 9:20AM				Blue Mountains NP at Glenbrook
Grade:3/6		Length	14km		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 View

5 Jun, Tue 10:01AM				Featherdale Wildlife Park
Grade:1/6		Length	2km		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. View

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 View

5-17 Jun, Tue (10:00AM)-Sun (17:00PM)				Wild Light
					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. View

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. View

6 Jun, Wed 10:05AM				Blackheath
Grade:3/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Sophie A.
Blackheath - Evans Lookout - Govetts Leap - Popes Glen - Blackheath. Great views, good bush tracks, steps up and down. View

6 Jun, Wed 9:00AM				Bundidgerry walking track
		Length	7km		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. View

6 Jun, Wed 9:30AM				Iron Cove Rozelle Hospital
		Length	4km		Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Bob S.
Level ramble Iron Cove. View

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. View

6 Jun, Wed 9:00AM				Mollymook Mystery Tour
Grade:1/6		Length	5km		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. View

6 Jun, Wed				Wentworth Falls to Very Falls
Grade:4/6		Length	10km	570m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
(Postponed) Postponed due to track closures. Will advise on new date when track re-opens. A return walk. From Wentworth Falls Station follow paths and road to the Conservation Hut. Descend to Wentworth Pass then onto Vera Falls. Return via Hippocrene Falls, Slacks Stairs and Darwins Walk. Location: Blue Mountains NP View

7 Jun, Thu 9:34AM				Wolli Creek (Bexley North) to Tempe Stations
Grade:3/6		Length	5km	87m	Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Sue W
Medium pace along part of the Two Valley Trail on rough walking tracks and across parklands. Click here for route map.   Tree roots, rocks, uneven surfaces, other tripping hazards and mud. Location: Wolli Creek Regional Park View

8 Jun, Fri 9:29AM				Bruces Walk
Grade:3/6		Length	15km	200m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked) Any section of Bruces walk is challenging. For experienced walkers only. We will be doing Medlow Bath to Katoomba which involves crossing the steep Katoomba Gorge. Long sections of fire trails and roads. A steep and challenging gorge with a crossing of Katoomba Creek to be negotiated. Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

8 Jun, Fri				Inca Pathway
Grade:5/6		Length	16km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
From the Little Capertee Creek Campground, follow the track along the northern side of the Wolgan River. Just past the crossing of Petries Gully commence the ascent of the ridge following the Pipeline Track to the saddle at the head of Green Gully. From this point, follow the ridge generally north east, firstly on a canyoners track and then untracked, walking with some rock scrambling. Spend time at the Inca Pathway. The return journey will be by the same route. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S and Mount Morgan 89311S View

9-11 Jun, Sat (10:00AM)-Mon (15:00PM)				Dunns Swamp Kayak & Camp
					Sydney Branch
Gary L.
(Cancelled) Kayak & car camp at Dunns Swamp on the June long weekend, 9-11 June. It's four hours drive from Sydney to this short portion of Cudgegong River in an astonishing photogenic bushland setting. Paddles can be figured out as we wish on the days, interspersed with bushwalking & socialising. Turn up any time from late Friday onwards. No shops nearby - bring enough food, water, nibbles, etc. It can get chilly so pack your thermal long johns, and everyone must bring a bag of kindling or firewood for the fire pits. It's a National Park; fees per night $6 adult & $3.50 child; bring the right change. http://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/camping-and-accommodation/campgrounds/dunns-swamp-ganguddy-campground PFDs compulsory. Location: Dunns Swamp View

9-11 Jun, Sat (08:00AM)-Mon (16:00PM)				Newnes to Canobla Gap
Grade:4/6		Length	18km	1,200m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
One of my favourite circuit walks in the Gardens of Stone National Park! Starting at Newnes and following Little Capertee Creek, then onto Point Nicholson and past the justifiably famous Red Rocks, before continuing along Canobla Creek down to Canobla Gap. Day 2 will see us exploring either Mt Canobla or Point Anderson before returning on day 3 via a different route back to Newnes. The grassy comfortable campsite has water nearby and is in a superb location surrounded by the magnificent GOS National Park. Rock scrambling and off-track walking. Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S Limit: 15. View

9 Jun, Sat 10:00AM				Petersham to Glebe
Grade:1/6		Length	5km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Judith H.
Walk via Whites Creek along treets, cycleways, parks. Return to city by bus or light rail. View

9 Jun, Sat				The Wild Dogs
Grade:4/6		Length	17km	450m	Sydney Branch
Peter F.
Dunphys car park – Medlow Gap Fire Trail – East Glenalan Spur – Breakfast Creek – Poodle Dog Ridge – Faithful Hound Ridge – Faithful Hound Lookout – Medlow Gap Fire Trail – Dunphys car park. This walk is just a small taste of Wild Dog country. Fire trail, track, off-track with mild scrub, minor scrambling and minor creek crossing. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Jenolan 89303N and Jamison 89302N Limit: 12. View

10 Jun, Sun 8:30AM				Comerong Island Nature Reserve
Grade:3/6		Length	14km		Milton Branch
Evelyn M.
Walk across lagoon to sanctuary for migratory birds. Continue to Old Coal Wharf via Surf Beach, sandbar and mangrove swamps. Swim optional at lunch stop. Return via coastal vegetation. Map: Nowra 90283S View

10 Jun, Sun 10:00AM				Cromer to Oxford Falls
					Sydney Branch
Conny H.
Start at 10am from Cromer Rd. Allow 4 hrs and bring lunch to see great carvings near Red Hill, fantastic views over Narrabeen Lagoon and as typical for this catchment very different vegetation communities. Plant ID as we go. We will walk down to Oxford Falls and carpool back. Bookings needed. View

10-21 Jun, Sun (08:00AM)-Thu (17:00PM)				Kakadu National Park, NT
Grade:3/6					Sydney Branch
Richard T.
(Details now confirmed) Koolpin Creek to Twin Falls via Jim Jim Falls. My last trip like this was super! So now a fantastic full-pack walk arranged just for the NPA by Willis’s Walkabout in the wonderful Kakadu NP. Majestic in places with interesting diversity in the landscape and interesting rock art. Lots of swimming and great camping spots. A long walk with a pack, made easier by the benign climate and our ability to share gear. Contact me for costs and further information. Location: Kakadu NP Limit: 15. View

10 Jun, Sun				Pittwater Shoreline
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	300m	Sydney Branch
Roger T.
(Date Changed) From Elvina Bay to the Basin. We catch a ferry from Church Point to Elvina Bay where we walk around the shoreline to Flagstaff Lookout, the YHA Hostel and then wade across Morning Bay and ascend the old YHA track to a spectacular lookout. The Bairne Track then takes us to Soliders Point and Bennets Wharf for the ferry ride to Palm Beach. Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase NP Map: Mona Vale 91301S and Broken Bay 91301N View

10 Jun, Sun				Royal NP – West to East
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	200m	Illawarra Branch
Graham B.
(Neally fully booked) West to east traverse of the Royal. Honeymoon Track to Audley then Winifred Falls, Anice Falls, Bonnie Vale, Bundeena. Train and ferry connections. Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 15. View

11 Jun, Mon 9:22AM				The Gully
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	300m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk around the old racing track and the newer Gully Walk. Then follow Kedumba River down through The Gully and see it descend into Jamison Valley. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View

12 Jun, Tue 9:30AM				Beasleys Lookout
Grade:4/6		Length	7km	200m	Southern Highlands Branch
Geoff A.
White Cat Mountain (local name). The walk follows Winters Fire Trail to a Beasleys Lookout giving views towards Sydney looking down on the M5 Mortorway. From the top an indistinct track leads down to the Nattai River. After crossing the river a well formed track leads to Lake Alexandra. Rough track, slippery rocks, river crossing steep descent. Location: Mt Alexander NR Map: Mittagong 89292S Limit: 15. View

12 Jun, Tue 9:12AM				Ryde Park to Chatswood West
Grade:3/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
(Shirley’s Group) Jim W.
Walk via Field of Mars Reserve, Buffalo Creek Reserve, 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, bush tracks, rough and rocky, streets, steps. Moderate pace. View

12 Jun, Tue 10:55AM				Saratoga – Mt Pleasant – Davistown
Grade:2/6		Length	7km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Margery W.
Walk around Saratoga foreshore, climb Mt Pleasant, walk Illoura Reserve and Davistown Circuit. Return by ferry from Central Wharf to Woy Woy (additional fares apply), train return to city. View

13 Jun, Wed 9:30AM				Birchgrove to East Balmain
		Length	4km		Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Bob S.
Level ramble Birchgrove to East Balmain. View

13 Jun, Wed 6:00PM				Explore Vivid
					Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Sue W
Crowding. Location: The Rocks and the Botanic Gardens View

13 Jun, Wed 9:10AM				Meadowbank to Halliday Park
Grade:3/6		Length	15km		Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Marilyn C.
Meadowbank to Halliday Park, Five Dock - Hen & Chicken Bay (15km), via Cabarita (10km) along picturesque and historical Parramatta River. View

13 Jun, Wed 9:00AM				Walter Hood Monument to Washerwomans
Grade:2/6		Length	5km		Milton Branch
Wendy
A perfect, often protected, walk along the flat, sheltered, mostly deserted, wide open beaches and scenic tracks of Bendalong. No wet and slippery rocks! Coffee back in Milton. View

14 Jun, Thu 9:50AM				Engadine to Sutherland
Grade:3/6		Length	8.5km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Carol G.
From Engadine Station walk down to Forbes Creek for lunch. Then after lunch, a steep climb up to Sutherland Station. Option to exit at Woronora and catch a bus to Sutherland Station. Fire trails, many ups & downs, creek crossings and Jean’s “pig orchid”. Distance to Forbes Creek 7.1km, to Sutherland 8.5km. View

14 Jun, Thu				Newnes to Mount Dawson via Capertee Creek Gorge
Grade:5/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Park at GR 420 250 and walk up Capertee Gorge as far as the terrain allows, then climb out on the southern side and walk to Mount Dawson. There are a number of options for the return route - that will be decided closer to or during the walk. The first section will be through private property. Access has been arranged. About 10km. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S View

16 Jun, Sat 9:30AM				Circular Quay – Town Hall
Grade:1/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E.
Walk via Barangaroo . Meet leader at 9:30am outside Wharf 6, Circular Quay. Streets, parks, ups & downs, steps, harbour views. Finish by lunchtime. View

16 Jun, Sat				Stanwell Park to Helensburgh
Grade:3/6		Length	18km	300m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
Descend from Stanwell Park Station on paths and road to unnamed track. Ascend to Bald Hill and follow link track to Otford Pass and Coast Track. Follow Coast Track to Burning Palms and ascend Burgh Track to Garawarra Farm. Continue on Burgh Track and cross the Hacking River. Follow unnamed tracks to Helensburgh. Location: Royal NP and Illawarra Escarpment View

17 Jun, Sun				Namadgi bike ride
					Branch
John H.
Mt Clear area. A ride organised by Geehi Bushwalking Club. Contact leader for further details. View

17 Jun, Sun 9:00AM				Picnic at Pickering Point
Grade:3/6		Length	7km		Milton Branch
Kevin R.
From Bhundoo Cottages walk upstream along the Clyde to where Dead Man’s Gulch Rd crosses the river for the first time. Stroll, explore, relax, skim stones etc. Real Billy tea will be served with lunch ... so bring a cup (and lunch!) Return mostly on the same route along the Clyde. Map: Corang 89273N View

17 Jun, Sun 9:30AM				Waterways of the Illawarra: Towradgi Creek
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	150m	Illawarra Branch
Helen W.
We will make another attempt to explore this urban waterway from the mouth through Wollongong suburbs to escarpment forest. We walk on paths, roads and through parkland. Location: Wollongong Map: Wollongong 90292S Limit: 15. View

18 Jun, Mon 9:00AM				Kamay Botany Bay Inspection, Stage 3
Grade:2/6		Length	12km	100m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
The third of the inspection walks in readiness for the draft plan of management for Kamay Botany Bay. This one will focus on the La Perouse section and the coast on the northern side of the Bay. The plan is to meet at La Perouse at 9am (we in the south might combine cars). There are some good coffee lounges there if we would like to arrive early. I intend to make this much of the day so we can not just check the La Perouse lease to Randwick Council but the track through Congwong Bay to Henry Head and on to Cape Banks. For those with energy we will also include the bitou bush control site and the Coast Hospital Cemetery. 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. View

18-22 Jun, Mon (09:30AM)-Fri (15:00PM)				Lake Conjola and South Coast
Grade:2/6		Length	12km		Illawarra Branch
Caryll S.
Paddle Lake Conjola, Burrill Lake, Lake Termeil etc depending on weather. Possible walk to Mt Bushwalker and coastal walks depending on participants. Accommodation Lake Conjola lakeside Van Park. Cabins, power or camp. Wind. Power boats. View

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