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| 8 Nov, Thu 10:10AM |
Narrabeen Lagoon Circuit |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Dianne E. |
   Mostly flat. Paths, cycleways, streets, parks, ups & downs, lots of water views. Bus return to city from Narrabeen. Best Walk: Belrose to Narrabeen
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| 8 Nov, Thu |
Save Kosci: Picton to junction of Coates Road & Wilson Drive |
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Length |
25km |
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Branch |
| General Community Event |
  Save Kosci walk: day 6. A 25 km day. Starts with a winding route to Thirlmere for morning tea at a café (or nearby park). Then the route dodges the busy Wilson Drive by using quieter roads and tracks which run parallel to it. The scenery is mainly rural properties, villages, and natural bush. Much of the walking terrain is mown footpath or tree-lined gravel road. The day finishes with a scenic 1.5 km walk along disused railway line through the dramatic Big Hill Cutting, built around 1863. Support cars will then ferry the walkers on a 15 minute drive to a bush camp site in Nattai NP. For more info and to register go to https://savekosci.org/
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| 9 Nov, Fri 9:22AM |
Castle Head |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
16km |
350m |
Sydney Branch |
| Allan P. |
Walk out along Narrowneck Trail to Castle Head. Great view to Ruined Castle and Mt Solitary. Cars and bicycles may be encountered on Narrowneck Trail.
Location: Katoomba
Map: Katoomba 89301S and Jamison Limit: 20.
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| 9 Nov, Fri |
Save Kosci: Junction of Coates Road & Wilson Drive to Mittagong |
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Length |
17km |
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Branch |
| General Community Event |
 Save Kosci: day 7. A 17km day, mostly downhill or flat. Walking to Hill Top village on the dis-used railway line, to avoid the narrow verges and cuttings of Wilson Drive. Then some quiet side roads, a bit of busier road. In Colo Vale we start to encounter the wide, mown verges that are a feature of the garden-proud Southern Highlands. The fringes of Mittagong provide another good opportunity to drop hand-outs in letterboxes. Allow 5 to 6 hours walking time. Suggested accommodation – Melrose and Mittagong Motels. For more info and to register go to https://savekosci.org/
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| 9 Nov, Fri |
Starlight and Devil Pinch Canyons Look-in |
| Grade:5/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Yuri B. |
  Drive to Newnes and park at the locked gate at the Wolgan River Trail at GR 425 262. Walk the trail to GR 464 269 and walk in at the bottom of Starlight Canyon. Proceed to the last abseil and back. Swim/wade likely. Glowworms may be seen. Then visit the bottom of Devils Pinch Canyon, starting at GR 468 269. Both canyons are very impressive in their lower parts. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Ben Bullen 89314S and Mount Morgan 89311S
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| 10 Nov, Sat 11:00AM |
Blackheath Walk |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Dianne E. |
 Blackheath - Memorial Park - Rhododendron Garden - Blackheath. Slow pace. Streets, ups & downs, paths, tracks, hopefully lots of Rhododendrons in flower (they were not out last time). Gold coin donation entry to Rhododendron Gardens. Train return to city from Blackheath.
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| 10 Nov, Sat 8:30AM |
Emerald Pool |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
220m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
 Come and visit one of Sydney's least visited and undiscovered national parks with a a delightful walk down to Emerald Pool which is a wonderful place for a swim. Also look for Aboriginal carvings on the slabs of rock downstream from the pool.
Location: Popran NP
Map: Gunderman 91313S Limit: 15.
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| 10 Nov, Sat |
Otford to Helensburgh |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
400m |
Illawarra Branch |
| Adrian J. |
(Date Changed) Start with a steep ascent to Otford Gap and follow Coast Track and Cliff Top Track to Garrawarra Farm. Descend to Hacking River and follow various tracks to station. Great views and pristine bush tracks. Joint walk with Bushwalk the 'Gong.
Map: Otford 91294S
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| 10 Nov, Sat |
Save Kosci: Melrose and Mittagong Motels to Moss Vale Village Caravan Park |
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Length |
20km |
300m |
Branch |
| General Community Event |
| Save Kosci walk: day 8. 20km, with a climb of 300 metres in the morning then mostly downhill or flat. Highlights include walking the shady tourist road through the Mt Gibraltar Reserve in the morning, with morning tea at Bowral Lookout. The route also provides an introduction to some of the wealthier suburbs of the Southern Highlands, where mansions are set in manicured gardens, and verges have been mown for us by the staff. Through the main streets of Bowral and Moss Vale for some publicity for the cause, and nearly 5km of path through fields for some tranquility for the soul. Accommodation at the clean and green Moss Vale Village Caravan Park. For more info and to register go to https://savekosci.org/
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| 10 Nov, Sat |
Waterfalls of Lawson |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
400m |
Sydney Branch |
| Peter F. |
Honour Ave, Lawson – Adelina Falls – Junction Falls – Federal Falls – Cataract Falls – Fire Trail – Victor Falls – Terrace Falls – Bedford Creek. Return via fire trail and tracks. More waterfalls than you can poke a stick at, a nice walk for warmer days. Fire trail, track, steep slippery steps, creek crossings and possible leeches.
Location: South Lawson
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 12.
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| 10-15 Nov, Sat-Thu |
Western Snowy Mountains 2018 |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
400m |
Illawarra Branch |
| Graham B. |
| (Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Group 2 - Arrive Sat 10th Nov, depart Thur 15th. These dates for those who have been on the trip before - a series of walks we have not normally done. It’s the 21st anniversary trip to the western slopes of the Snowy Mts and northern Kosciuszko NP. Camp or cabin at caravan park. Own transport or find a buddy. Contact leader for more detail. Limit: 16.
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| 10 Nov, Sat |
Woronora River, The Needles |
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Length |
16km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Rob & Jayne G. |
 (Cancelled) Approx. 16 kms return. Conditions: Sheltered, tidal, light traffic. Opportunity to have a swim. Bring life jacket, hat, sun cream, water, morning/afternoon tea and lunch. PFDs compulsory.
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| 11 Nov, Sun 8:30AM |
Glenbrook to Springwood |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
18km |
400m |
Sydney Branch |
| Richard T. |
From Glenbrook Station to Springwood Station via St Helena Ridge, Kings Link Track, Glenbrook Creek, and Magdala Creek. A great mixture of wet and dry forest, wildflowers, and some nice views over Glenbrook Creek.
Location: Lower Blue Mountains Limit: 15.
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| 12 Nov, Mon 9:22AM |
Beauchamp Falls |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
13km |
450m |
Sydney Branch |
| Allan P. |
Walk to Evans Lookout. Fern Gully. Take Rodriguez Pass to Beauchamp Falls. Then back up to do the Grand Canyon. Old steep track. Some rock scrambling. Creek crossings.
Location: Blackheath
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 20. Best Walk: Govetts Leap
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| 12 Nov, Mon |
Save Kosci: Rest day, Moss Vale |
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Branch |
| General Community Event |
| Save Kosci walk: day 10. Option for a side-trip ‘real bushwalk’ to Sandy Creek Falls, where the falls drop from an ampitheatre of cascades and hanging gardens into rainforest. Plus a delightful section of flattish sandstone creek with unusual potholes. A 6km circuit including some scrub, shallow wading and straightforward scrambling. A moderate pace. Sorry, you can’t book just for this bit – you need to do at least one other day as well 😊. Walk leader: Linda Groom. Numbers limited. For more info and to register go to https://savekosci.org/
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| 13 Nov, Tue 9:03AM |
Jacaranda walk |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
15km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| Kevin C. |
Nothing says summer in Sydney like a street of jacaranda trees in full bloom. As if Sydney wasn’t already the prettiest city in Australia, we find ourselves living in nothing short of a magical, lavender coloured, wonderland. Let's start with the Royal Botanical Garden, cross the Harbour bridge, and explore the streets of suburbs like lavender bay and Wollstonecraft.
Jointly led by Kevin Cliffe and Esther. No need to contact leader but email RSVP is appreciated.
Location: Sydney Harbour Limit: 8.
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| 13 Nov, Tue 9:00AM |
Kamay Bay National Park |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
7km |
5m |
Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Sue W |
Mostly flat paths. Meet leader at Stand A bus stop, Cronulla. Map of walk.
Location: Kamay Botany Bay NP
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| 13 Nov, Tue |
Kurnell to Cronulla |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
15km |
766m |
Sydney Branch |
| Rob & Jayne G. |
(Date Changed) Medium pace walk, 377m ascent, 389m descent, approx. 5 hours. This walk passes by Cape Solander Lookout and Whale Observation Platform, Cape Bailey Lighthouse, Boat Harbour Beach and Rock Platform, Wanda and Elourea Beaches, finishing at Cronulla Beach. Opportunity for a swim. Coffee at the end of the walk. Bring morning/afternoon tea and picnic lunch.
Location: Kamay Botany Bay NP Best Walk: Kurnell to Cape Baily
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| 13 Nov, Tue 9:29AM |
Oatley Park |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
13km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Shirley H. |
| Walk from Como Station to Oatley Staion via streets, reserves, bush tracks, fire trails, steep sections.
Moderate pace. Carry morning tea, lunch & water for the day.
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| 13 Nov, Tue |
Save Kosci: Moss Vale Village Caravan Park to Bundanoon Village |
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Length |
17km |
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Branch |
| General Community Event |
 Save Kosci walk: day 11. The first 4.7km along the Illawarra Highway – a busy road but with generally wide verges. Then south for 5.3km on the Exeter Road. Suggest lunch in a café or under a shady tree in the charming village of Exeter. Follow tree-fringed back roads in the afternoon past rural properties to the village of Bundanoon. Car ferry (or optionally walk an extra 1.3 km) to the NPWS campground at Gambells Rest which has hot showers. For more info and to register go to https://savekosci.org/
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| 14 Nov, Wed |
Helensburgh Circuit |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
15km |
440m |
Illawarra Branch |
| Adrian J. |
Commence with a short steep section from the station followed with a long gradual descent on various tracks to cross the Hacking River. Ascend to Garawarra Farm and follow Cliff Track visiting various lookouts to Lilyvale Track. Descend and follow rarely walked Karingal and Red Cedar Tracks to cross Hacking River again. Ascend and follow fire trails and tracks back to the station. Medium pace.
Map: Appin 90291S and Otford 91294S
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| 14 Nov, Wed 9:15AM |
Lindfield to Forestville |
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Length |
13km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| (Bob Shayler’s Group) Jill M. |
| Walk 2 Creeks Track and Lyre Bird Track.
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| 14 Nov, Wed 9:00AM |
Nangar NP |
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Length |
5km |
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Lachlan Valley Branch |
| Peter C. |
| Meet at 9am at Eugowra Rest Area. Easy, 5 kilometres. Walkers are reminded to bring along enough food and water for the entire day as well as suitable clothing, footwear, hat and sunscreen. A pair of good binoculars and a fold up chair is recommended. Please contact the listed walk leader the night before the walk if you intend to come. A $2.00 donation for each walker is appreciated.
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| 14 Nov, Wed 6:00PM |
NPA Environmental Book Club |
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Sydney Branch |
| Anne D. |
  The Hidden Life of Trees by Peter Wohlleben. As this is the last meeting for the year we plan on starting the meeting in the NPA office and then moving to the restaurant downstairs for dinner at 7pm.
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| 14 Nov, Wed |
Save Kosci: Bundanoon Village to Tallong Memorial Park |
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Length |
24km |
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Branch |
| General Community Event |
| Save Kosci walk: day 12. A mix of waking beside the moderately-busy Penrose Road and on quieter gravel roads that run parallel to it. Lots of native forest and a more remote feel in the afternoon. A couple of coffee options at the village stores in Penrose and Wingello. Accommodation: to be advised. For more info and to register go to https://savekosci.org/
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| 15 Nov, Thu 8:20AM |
Bundeena |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
-1m |
Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Sue W |
 From Bundeena south along the Coast Track, via The Balconies and crossing The Waterrun to Marley Head and returning along the Big Marley Fire Trail. Maybe some late whales.
Walk map.
Location: Royal NP
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| 15 Nov, Thu |
Save Kosci: Tallong Memorial Park to Long Point on the Shoalhaven River |
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Length |
12km |
450m |
Branch |
| General Community Event |
| Save Kosci walk: day 13. 12 kilometres, descending 450 vertical metres. 8 fairly level kilometres on back roads to the Long Point car park. Then, saying a temporary farewell to the support cars, 3.5 km on NPWS walking track with dramatic views, down steeply to the Shoalhaven River to camp among the giant casuarinas and optionally have a swim. This section of the walk is carry-everthing. Despite the descent, this off-road route is the shortest way south for us from Tallong. For more info and to register go to https://savekosci.org/
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| 15-16 Nov, Thu (07:30AM)-Fri (15:00PM) |
Tallong-Long Pt-Bungonia |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
23km |
450m |
Illawarra Branch |
| Sam G. |
From Tallong via Long Point to overnight camp at the Shoalhaven River. Ascend Mt Ayers track and Green Track to Bungonia SRA.
Note: In support of 'Save Kosci: Save the Kosciuszko National Park from wild horses and other feral animals'. Participants are asked to register or donate min. $12 at https://savekosci.org/
Location: Morton NP
Map: Wingello 89284S, Caoura 89283N, and Bungonia 88282N Limit: 8.
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| 16 Nov, Fri |
Capertee Creek Gorge and Mount Dawson |
| Grade:6/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Yuri B. |
Park at GR 420 250 and walk up Capertee Gorge all the way to the non-negotiable waterfall at GR 387 242, checking out an interesting short canyon and tunnel just before that point. Now, walk back a few hundred metres, climb out on the northern side and walk to Mount Dawson. From there, head east to a pass at GR 393 238 and come back down into the Capertee Creek Gorge. Keep under the cliff line this time, whilst making our way back. The first section is through private property; access has been arranged. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Ben Bullen 89314S
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| 16 Nov, Fri 8:21AM |
Lindeman Pass to Gordon Falls |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
9km |
400m |
Sydney Branch |
| Allan P. |
Leura Cascades. Linda Falls. Lindeman Pass to the base of Gordon Falls. Return the same way. Rough track. Mud. Slippery wet rocks. Rock scrambling. Short eroded section with some exposure.
Location: Katoomba
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15.
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| 16 Nov, Fri |
Save Kosci: Shoalhaven River to Bungonia NPWS campground |
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Length |
11km |
450m |
Branch |
| General Community Event |
| Save Kosci walk: day 14. 11 kilometres, ascending 450 vertical metres. The first 8 km are off-road – along the Shoalhaven (no track), then up the Mt Ayres track, then across the tops on the ‘Green track’ to the NPWS campground. Lunch and possibly a siesta at the campground. Then an afternoon walk of 3.5km to take the edge off the next day, which otherwise would be a long day. For more info and to register go to https://savekosci.org/
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| 17 Nov, Sat 9:30AM |
Four canals and a greenway |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
40km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Rob & Jayne G. |
 Enjoy water views, riverside pathways, inner-city haunts & joints. Cycle Cooks River Canal, Lewisham, Haberfield, Lilyfield, Newtown return to Wolli Creek. Some traffic, but mostly cycle paths and quiet streets. Must be confident riding on the road. One big hill and some ups and downs. Bring water and sun cream. Can bring morning and afternoon tea, or plenty of places to purchase along the way. Lunch at Newtown. No helmet no-go. Finish between 3 – 4pm.
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| 17 Nov, Sat 10:00AM |
Meadowbank to Sydney Olympic Park |
| Grade:1/6 |
Length |
8.5km |
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Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Dianne E. |
| Meadowbank - Parramatta River - Sydney Olympic Park. Streets, parks, cycleways, ups and downs, lots of water views. Dropout point near Silverwater Bridge (5.5km). Coffee at Pierpoint Shops, ferry return to city.
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| 17 Nov, Sat |
Save Kosci: Lookdown Road to Jacqua Road, Quialigo |
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Length |
23km |
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Branch |
| General Community Event |
| Save Kosci walk: day 15. Today is the first day of ‘big sky country’ walking. 22.5km, mostly level or uphill. Via the Lookdown Road (fairly quiet), Oallan Ford Road (busier, but reasonably wide verges, 4.4km) and then the quiet Lumley Road. Day’s end is the junction of Lumley Road and Jacqua Road. The support car(s) will then drive back to the NPWS Bungonia campground. For more info and to register go to https://savekosci.org/
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| 18 Nov, Sun 10:30AM |
Alexanders Hut Loop |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
9km |
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Far South Coast Branch |
| Gabrielle T. |
Meet at Nunnock Camp Ground. Cattleman's link track, off Packers Swamp Rd.
Location: Tantawangalo
Map: Glen Allen 87241S
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| 18 Nov, Sun |
Bar Point Exploratory |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
13km |
400m |
Sydney Branch |
| Roger T. |
Bar Point is an isolated riverside settlement on the Hawkesbury River in Popran National Park. The proposed route of the Great River Walk runs through this settlement. The route options have never been fully explored due to the remoteness of the area. So this walk is designed to fill in the gaps in our knowledge and explore the area, particularly a possible link between Bar Point and Big Jim Point. It will be an adventure.
Location: Popran NP
Map: Cowan 91304N and Gunderman 91313S Limit: 15.
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| 18 Nov, Sun 8:00AM |
Clyde Gorge |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
15km |
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Milton Branch |
| Kevin R. |
Follow Clyde River along Deadmans Gulch Road upstream from Yadboro into the Clyde Gorge for a sausage-sizzle lunch and real billy tea near a quiet bend in the river. There is a great swimming hole if it is hot. Return by the same route. Four river crossings. BYO bread and cup.
Map: Corang 89273N Limit: 10.
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| 18 Nov, Sun 8:00AM |
Garigal NP to Morgan Rd |
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Sydney Branch |
| Conny H. |
 Explorative walk with plant ID and weeding at end of track. Please bring gloves. Allow 3.5 hours.
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| 18 Nov, Sun 9:00AM |
Kiama Coast Walk |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
24km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Geoffrey.L |
| Minnamurra to Gerrigong. Jointly led by Geoffrey Lee and Ping Xie. A stunning 24 km pathway accompanying our sparkling coastline. The spectacular walk begins at Minnamurra and wanders past headlands, rivers, beaches, Kiama town centre up to Blowhole Point then on towards the Little Blowhole passing more beaches and bays before winding up at Werri Beach. The last 6 km between Loves Bay and Werri Beach is particularly blessed with its own rugged and untouched natural beauty. Keep an eye out for whales, sea eagles and hawks. https://kiama.com.au/kiama-coast-walk Slippery sections. Limit: 12.
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| 18 Nov, Sun 9:38AM |
Minnamurra to Kiama |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| Esther |
Jointly led by Graham Burgess and Esther Chow. This walk is in conjunction with the 24 km walk led by Geoffrey and Ping. We start together but finish at Kiama while the energized group continues to Gerrigong.
We start from Minnamurra to Blow Hole Point and it takes about 3 hours. We'll pass Jones Beach, Cathedral Rocks, Bombo Beach and KiamaHarbour on our way to the famous blowhole.
Other attractions include the Boneyard and the Spring Creek Wetlands. Near the blowhole is the 1881-built Pilot’s Cottage Museum and the heritage-listed Kiama Lighthouse. The trail also takes us past the Kiama Golf Club, which charms with panoramic views, a restaurant and an 18-hole course. No need to contact leaders. Slippery sections.
Location: Kiama Coast
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| 18 Nov, Sun |
Save Kosci: Jacqua Road to Tarago |
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Length |
26km |
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Branch |
| General Community Event |
| Save Kosci walk: day 16. The second day of ‘big sky country’ to reach Tarago. Though the walking is mostly flat, even a little elevation gives pleasant views left and right, including views to the distant Budawangs and Mt Palerang. Pass the dry lake bed called ‘The Morass’, one of the Bathurst Lake group. For most of the day, on Lumley Road, traffic is limited to about 1 vehicle every 20 minutes. A long day at 25.6 km but the terrain makes it easy to get into a good pace. Overnight at The Loaded Dog, Tarago, an old country pub full of character. For more info and to register go to https://savekosci.org/
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| 18 Nov, Sun 9:30AM |
Waterways of the Illawarra 5: Fairy Creek |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
150m |
Illawarra Branch |
| Helen W. |
Follow Fairy Creek (when we can see it) from the lagoon through central areas of Wollongong to the slopes of Mt Keira. Some hazards created by concrete and gabion modifications and dumping.
Map: Wollongong 90292S Limit: 15.
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| 19 Nov, Mon 8:50AM |
Linden to Woodford |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
350m |
Sydney Branch |
| Allan P. |
(Updated Details) Kings Cave, Paradise Pool then up to Woodford Station. Track is rough in places.
Location: Woodford
Map: Katoomba 89301S and Springwood 90304S Limit: 20.
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| 19 Nov, Mon |
Save Kosci: Tarago to Merigan Homestead |
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Length |
19km |
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Branch |
| General Community Event |
| Save Kosci walk: day 17. At 18.8km a shorter day, with the highlight being a catered afternon tea at historic Merigan Homestead. We vary 3km from the most direct route, in order to avoid extended narrow verges on the Tarago-Bungendore Rd. Instead the route follows the Braidwood Road for 8.4km (less busy than the Kings Hwy and better verges), then takes the quieter Mt Fairy Road, initially sealed but later gravel, for a 7.6km wander though a varied rural landscape with pleasant views. Arriving at Merigan Homestead, around 2:30pm, we meet a bunch of local walkers for afternoon tea & a short talk on the station’s history by the owner Tim de Mestre. Then join the local walkers for 2.7km on farm road through an avenue of deciduous trees to the Merigan boundary, with a good viewpoint on the way. Return the 2.7km to the homestead in the support car(s). Overnight at the homestead, either very comfortable accommodation in the renovated ‘Maids quarters’ indoors, or camping. Dinner is roast local lamb and salads at $15.50 a head. For more info and to register go to https://savekosci.org/
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| 19 Nov, Mon 9:20AM |
Wombat walk |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
7km |
190m |
Sydney Branch |
| Theo H. |
| (Cancelled) Glenbrook. Walk from the station to Station Rd, where the track will start. Follow the track to Duck hole,then following the creek to the next crossing, a bit of looking for the right spot. Following the creek there is no track but it is reasonable level and and not to difficult. Next crossing the creek to arrive at a nice beach where we will have lunch and time for a swim. Leaving we will have a small climb between narrow rocks. There are 3 beaches on the walk. Easy pace, no hurry. Limit: 8.
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