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24 Jan, Thu 10:59AM |
Bundeena – Jibbon Head |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Sophie A. |
Bushtracks, rocks, beach walking, Aboriginal engravings, optional swim at end of walk (own risk). Ferry return to Cronulla, train return to city.
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25 Jan, Fri 7:07AM |
Bowens Creek South Canyon (non abseiling route) |
Grade:5/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
(Updated Details) A beautiful canyon. We’ll enter via Corkscrew Canyon in order to get into our canyon without abseiling. Plenty of rock hopping and scrambling and some narrow ledges to negotiate. Several wades and/or short swims. An interesting exit with a couple of scrambles - rope may be used. Some exposure at the exit and in the canyon. Bring your helmets and dry bags. Wetsuits recommended. About 8k. 5M, S223E; Canyon Grade 2. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Mount Wilson 89301N
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25-28 Jan, Fri (08:00AM)-Mon (15:00PM) |
Namadgi National Park, ACT |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
25km |
600m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
(Cancelled) The Namadgi National Park has some wonderful granite formations, frost hollow plains, indigenous art galleries and great walking tracks and from the very comfortable Honeysuckle Creek Campground we will explore as much as possible during these 4 days. The campsite has a decent sized shelter, electric bbqs, water and tables.
Cost per person is $6 a night payable to leader ($18). Some rock scrambling amongst the granite. Location: Namadgi NP Limit: 16.
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26 Jan, Sat 9:02AM |
Australia Day celebrations |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
16km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
James M. |
This is the third year we are doing this beautiful walk to celebrate Australia Day and Lydia Chua's 41st Anniversary of her arrival in Australia. Meet outside circular Quay Wharf 2. We walk across the bridge and along the coastline to Balmoral. Enjoy spectacular views and Aerial Display. Ample swimming opportunities. Walk as much or as little as you wish. There are many exit points. In previous years some walked as far as Manly. The coffee shop outside Wharf 6 sells large cappuccino for $2.50 before 9am. slippery sections Map: Sydney Harbour
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26 Jan, Sat 10:32AM |
Circular Quay to Bradleys Head |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
2km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Sandra C. |
(Australia Day) Circular Quay - Taronga - Bradleys Head. Harbour side tracks. We’ll watch Harbour Festivities along the way and lunch at Bradleys Head. Return to city from Taronga Wharf.
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26 Jan, Sat 8:00AM |
Rocky Creek Canyon |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
8km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
Hailed as the most dramatic canyon of its type in the Blue Mountains, Rocky Creek Canyon is spectacular in all aspects with its twisted walls, cascades and hanging gardens of ferns growing up the walls. Rock scrambling and a few short swims. Map: Rock Hill 89312N Limit: 15.
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27 Jan, Sun 8:00AM |
Snorkeling and walk at Shelly Beach |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
5km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
Join us snorkeling to see the blue grouper and other fishes at Shelly Beach, followed by a walk to North Head. On the way, we'll stop at the ice cream shop. Map: Manly Limit: 15.
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28 Jan, Mon 9:45AM |
From the Mountains to the Sea |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
7km |
83m |
Sydney Branch |
(Mal’s Group) John H. |
(Updated Details) Escape the heat of the mountains and enjoy this cooler walk with its spectacular views of Sydney Harbour. We will walk from Watsons Bay to Rose Bay via Nielsen Park, where there will be time for a quick swim in the netted harbour pool. It includes some street walking. Note: This day is a public holiday. Some stairs and uneven ground in places. Location: Sydney Harbour Map: Sydney Harbour Limit: 20.
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29 Jan, Tue 9:30AM |
Carrington Falls |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
200m |
Southern Highlands Branch |
Joan L. |
Carrington Falls and Stevos Track followed by a short drive to access Nellies Glen and Missingham Lookout. There will be an opportunity to swim at Nellies Glen. Rough track, slippery rocks, deep water. Location: Budderoo NP Map: Robertson 90284N Limit: 20.
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29 Jan, Tue 9:24AM |
Sydney Harbour NP |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
11km |
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Sydney Branch |
Shirley H. |
Walk to South Head Watsons Bay then to Nielson Park Beach for a 1 hour stop for lunch & optional swim at own risk, then Hermitage Track Walk, to Rose Bay. Moderate pace. Carry morning tea, lunch & water for the day. At finish a bus or ferry return to the city. Bushtracks, some steep steps to climb.
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29 Jan, Tue 11:06AM |
Wollongong day out |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
3km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Margaret B. |
At beach by 1pm for lunch and swim. Minimum walking. Bus and train return to Sydney.
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30 Jan, Wed 9:30AM |
Northern Beaches |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
11km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
Gerald H. |
Collaroy, Long Reef, Dee Why, Curl Curl, Harbord and then Manly. A beach walk with headland bush tracks. Some streets. Coastal scenery, and walk in the water on a hot day. No need to contact leader.
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31 Jan, Thu 9:41AM |
Austinmer – Thirroul |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Carol G. |
Urban bush and rainforest with some steep climbs. Street walking to Austinmer and lunch at the beach. After lunch, walk along the beach to Thirroul and coffee, then train return to Sydney.
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1 Feb, Fri |
Exploratory bushwalk or non-abseiling canyon |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
Depending on the weather, either a walk exploring the amazing country in the Wollemi/Mugii Murum-ban or a non-abseiling/swimming canyon walk will be offered. Put this date in your diary and watch Short Notice Walk announcements for exact details. Grade 5 or 6.
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1 Feb, Fri 1:50PM |
Snorkeling at Gordons Bay |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
4km |
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Sydney Branch |
Esther |
Co-led by Mark Goodson (mgoodson@bigpond.net.au, 0425313173) and Esther Chow. It was good fun snorkeling at Clovelly Beach on 8/1/19. Water was warm. The group wants to do it again, except this time we go Gordons Bay as it has flat surf. If you haven't done snorkeling before, this is a good chance to learn. Several members bought a full face mask at $60 at Decathlon and said that it makes snorkeling easier.
Low tide is at 1:42pm. We'll meet at the Clovelly Bus Terminal at 1:50pm. Then we walk to head of Gordons Bay where there is a small beach. Bring drinks, snacks and sun protection. Slippery rocks, risks associated with swimming. Map: Clovelly Limit: 10.
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2 Feb, Sat 9:00AM |
Broulee Walk & Snork |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Milton Branch |
Elaine R. |
Drive to Broulee Beach for a leisurely walk and rock-hop around Broulee Island. Some sheltered spots for a snorkel and a picnic lunch. Map: Craigies Batemans Bay & District
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2 Feb, Sat 8:00AM |
Minnamurra River |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Illawarra Branch |
Col M. |
Paddle from Minnamurra River entrance to Swamp Road and return. Swimming. PFD's compulsory. Location: Kiama Coast Limit: 16.
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2 Feb, Sat 10:07AM |
Narrabeen walk |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E. |
Narrabeen - Narrabeen Lagoon - North Narrabeen. Streets, paths, mostly flat, water views. Swim at North Narrabeen Rock Pool. Bus return.
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2 Feb, Sat |
River Caves Canyon |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
5km |
220m |
Sydney Branch |
Peter F. |
Mt Camero Trail – Natural Bridge – Budgary Creek – River Caves Canyon – Exit upstream onto ridge – Mt Cameron Trail. A nice little canyon, no abseils, some scrambling, possible wet feet. If time permits we may also do Deep Pass Canyon. Track, off-track with mild scrub, creek walking, minor scrambling. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Rock Hill 89312N Limit: 10.
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2 Feb, Sat 9:00AM |
Waterfall to Heathcote |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
500m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
Some nice bushland walking with a detour to swim in the river. Location: Heathcote NP Limit: 12.
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3 Feb, Sun 8:13AM |
Barrenjoey to Gerringong: Section 1 |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
20km |
500m |
Sydney Branch |
Geoffrey.L |
Incorporating the soon to be world famous Manly to Bondi Walk, we have planned a series of bi-weekly walks from Barrenjoey to Gerringong. Come join us in this historic & epic adventure. You will be awarded with a certificate if you complete all the sections. This week we walk from Barrenjoey to Collaroy. This wonderful walk is dominated by a series of rugged natural headlands with extensive views of the coast and Pittwater, sweeping and secluded beaches and further south, wetlands feeding into Narrabeen Lagoon. The walk forms part of one of the world’s great urban coastal walks. There are exit points if you wish to drop out at any stage. Slippery sections, some rock scrambling. Location: Palm Beach Map: Sydney Harbour Limit: 12.
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3 Feb, Sun 8:30AM |
Mount Kembla Tracks |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
13km |
300m |
Illawarra Branch |
Col M. |
3 separate tracks from Mount Kembla Lookout - Summit, Ring and Ridge. Walk on tracks through eucalypt and rain forest. Coastal views. Location: Illawarra Escarpment Map: Wollongong 90292S Limit: 16.
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4 Feb, Mon 7:23AM |
Mt Piddington & Boronia Point (Mt Victoria) |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
(Mal’s Group) John H. |
Walking to Fairy Bower, Grotto, Coxs Cave, Ferris Cave, Boronia Point and Mt Piddington. Rough and steep in places. Location: Mount Victoria Map: Mt Wilson Limit: 20.
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5 Feb, Tue 10:03AM |
De Burghs Bridge to Chatswood |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
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Sydney Branch |
Shirley H. |
Walk to Chatswood Station via Lane Cove River & Ferndale Park Tracks. Moderate pace. Carry morning tea, lunch & water for the day. Steep sections, rough bushtracks, creek crossings (slippery surfaces) steps.
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5 Feb, Tue 9:30AM |
Fitzroy Falls West & East Rim Tracks |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
300m |
Southern Highlands Branch |
Mike M |
Fitzroy Falls West Rim and East Rim Tracks provide spectacular views of the main falls, Twin Falls, the Grotto and the valley between the two tracks. The vegetation is very different on each of the tracks. Lunch will be at an off-track lookout in the vicinity of a plane crash beyond Renown Lookout. Fenced and unfenced cliffs. Rough track, steep sections, slippery rocks. Off-track to get to crash site. Location: Morton NP Map: Bundanoon 89281S Limit: 20.
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5 Feb, Tue 10:00AM |
Kangaroo Valley Mountain-bike |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
35km |
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Milton Branch |
Leslie R. |
Led by Herbert Frey & Leslie Reddacliff. Ride on cycleways, quiet sealed and gravel roads through scenic Kangaroo Valley following the upper Kangaroo River. Lunch at Flatrock Pool, great swimming hole! Return same route. Map: Kangaroo Valley 90284S
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5 Feb, Tue 10:10AM |
Lake Parramatta walk & swim |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
4km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E. |
Short bushwalk on She-Oak Walk (ups and downs, steps) after morning tea, then long lunch and swim at Lake Parramatta swimming area (own risk). Bus return to Parramatta, train return to city.
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6 Feb, Wed 9:00PM |
Burning Palms |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
400m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
A nice loop walk from Otford Station through the Palm Jungle with a climb out at the end of the day. Time for a swim, depending on tides and swell. Potential rocky shoreline. Location: Royal NP Map: Otford 91294S Limit: 12.
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6 Feb, Wed 9:30AM |
Centennial Park |
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Length |
3km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Bob S. |
WOW (Worn Out Walkers) level ramble, option to extend. Centennial Park Darley Street entrance.
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6 Feb, Wed 3:00PM |
Tabourie Wander & Sausage Sizzle |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Milton Branch |
Elaine R. |
An easy stroll around the lake entrance and beach, have a dip if it’s hot, then enjoy a sausage sizzle. BYO drinks and extras. Sausages and chef provided! Map: Tabourie 89272S
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7 Feb, Thu 9:51AM |
Tuggerah to The Entrance |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Margery W. |
Tuggerah – Chittaway Bay – The Entrance. Nature reserve, water birds, views, good track, environmental management of urban runoff into Lake, Long Jetty, The Entrance. Steady pace (no dawdling). Bus return to Gosford, train return to Sydney.
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8 Feb, Fri |
Exploratory bushwalk or non-abseiling canyon |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
(Cancelled) (Check Yuri's East Creek Glories walk on Saturday as a replacement.) Depending on the weather, either a walk exploring the amazing country in the Wollemi/Mugii Murum-ban or a non-abseiling/swimming canyon walk will be offered. Put this date in your diary and watch Short Notice Walk announcements for exact details. Grade 5 or 6.
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8 Feb, Fri 7:23AM |
Mellow Bath to Colosseum |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
250m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Sheila W |
Along the many old tracks below the Hydro Magestic is a rock formation named the Three Brothers, remnants of the old flying fox used to haul goods from the Valley Farm in the Megalong to the hotel and other interesting features constructed for the enjoyment of the guests staying at the hotel in the 1900s. The walk descends to an amphitheatre, the Colosseum, and then circles back to the start via some interesting cliff caves. Some swampy areas, steep and rough sections, eroded tracks. Limit: 15.
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9 Feb, Sat 9:00AM |
Australian National Maritime Museum to the City |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
6.5km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Sue W |
Walk via Pyrmont's foreshore. From the Maritime Museum around the waterfront and then through historic industrial Pyrmont and back into the city via the Pyrmont Bridge. Map of walk. Many steps.
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9 Feb, Sat |
East Creek Glories |
Grade:5/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
Park near spot height 1057 at 427 060. The East Creek Glories walk will start by coming down into East Creek Galleries, then visit a spectacular side ravine; it will then move on to the West Side Falls and West Side Chamber; continue to East Creek Falls; then exit on the eastern side to visit the top of the falls. Location: Newnes SF Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N
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9 Feb, Sat |
Trestles Track |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
15km |
400m |
Sydney Branch |
Greg L. |
Trestles Track – Shoalhaven River – return. Pleasant river walking with possibilities for swimming and exploring an old mine site. Steep descent (approx. 400m in 1km) to Shoalhaven River followed by flat river walking. Steep climb back to cars. Location: Bungonia NP Map: Caoura 1: 25 000 Limit: 12.
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9-16 Feb, Sat (08:00AM)-Sat (16:00PM) |
Walls of Jerusalem NP, TAS |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
60km |
1,000m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
(Fully Booked) The Walls of Jerusalem is probably my favourite walking area in Australia and on this trip we will travel via the Lake Rowallen entry point into this incredibly beautiful area and spend a couple of days exploring the various peaks, tarns, lakes and forests that this world heritage area has to offer. Then we will follow the lakes track past lakes Adelaide Meston and Junction to where we enter the Never Never region, taking this to Hartnett Falls. From here it's following the Overland Track past Bert Nichols Hut then diverging for a side trip to Pine Valley to explore the Labyrinth and climb the Acropolis and if time allows Mt Geryon. This is a walk you won't want to miss as we will discover a world of uncommon beauty, including masses of flowering herbs and shrubs, towering mountains worth climbing! Mostly on tracks with sections of open country off-track. Limit: 12.
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10 Feb, Sun 10:20AM |
The Basin swimming and snorkeling, plus optional walk |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
Esther |
The Basin near Palm Beach has the warmest water in Sydney for swimming and snorkeling. It's also flat surf. Bring snacks, drinks, sun protection and water gears. Wear hiking gears if you wish to do the optional walk. Hazards associated with beach activities. Slippery sections. Map: Palm Beach Limit: 12.
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11 Feb, Mon 8:46AM |
Callicoma Track, Pennant Hills |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
(Mal’s Group) Ian B. |
A delightful loop track through interesting bushland. There are several exit points with public transport if there is excessive heat on the day and the walk is shortened. Fallen trees after the recent storms and a bit of a rough track in places. Map: Hornsby 91304S Limit: 20.
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12 Feb, Tue 9:30AM |
Balancing Rock |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
250m |
Southern Highlands Branch |
David W. |
Clover Hill Rd is a management track leading to a rough track down to the Macquarie Rivulet. After crossing the rivulet there is an indistinct track which leads to Balancing Rock and a lovely waterfall. Return is by the same route. Rough track, slippery creek crossings, steep sections. Location: Macquarie Pass NP Map: Robertson 90284N Limit: 20.
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12 Feb, Tue 9:00AM |
Basin View to Huskisson Bike (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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12 Feb, Tue 8:30AM |
Bendeela Paddle – up Kangaroo River |
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Length |
9km |
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Southern Highlands Branch |
Pamela W. |
(Leader Changed) We drive to Safari Kayaking located in Kangaroo Valley arriving around 9’ish where we select our kayaks/canoes and life jackets. (You have a choice of double/singles canoe/kayaks). Kangaroo Safari transport our boats to Bendeela and the car pool follows on. Once set up and in the water we head up stream for about 3km to a lunch spot and then make our way back to Bendeela where our boats are picked up by Safari Kayaking and we drive back to Bowral. The cost per person for boat hire is $40 cash payable on the day. Please have the right amount of cash as we need to make a single payment. Please let me know via email by Sunday 10 Feb if you are interested in coming and whether you require a rental kayak. Cossies, hat, sunscreen and plenty of drinking water will be the go... especially if this warmish weather is still around. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to give me a call. (I love making up answers). BTW, 5 bonus points for falling in. Deep water paddling. Mostly still water with one short rapid which can be walked if preferred. PFDs compulsory. Map: Bundanoon 89281S Limit: 20.
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12 Feb, Tue 9:53AM |
Bronte – Clovelly |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Jean’s Group) Fran C. |
Streets, paths, ups & downs. Swim. Bus return to city from Clovelly.
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12 Feb, Tue 9:19AM |
Glenbrook to Penrith |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Sydney Branch |
Shirley H. |
Led by Jim Ward / Shirley Hillier. Walk via The Bluff Reserve, Lapstone, road walking, pathways & parks alongside the Nepean River to Penrith shops. Moderate pace. Train return to city. Carry morning tea, lunch & water for the day. Some rough bushtracks, fire trails, uneven & loose surfaces, steps.
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13 Feb, Wed - 13 Feb, Tue |
Jibbon Head |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
6km |
50m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
A morning of photography and swimming around Bonnie Vale and Jibbon Head. Location: Royal NP Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10.
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13 Feb, Wed 9:30AM |
Leichhardt Whites Creek |
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Length |
3km |
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Sydney Branch |
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Bob S. |
WOW (Worn Out Walkers) level ramble, option to extend.
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13 Feb, Wed 9:00AM |
Little Forest Farm Wander |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Milton Branch |
Barry T. |
Led by Barry & Penny Tomkinson. Explore the fields and hills of the Little Valley around Duckpond, and saunter along the twists and turns of the Yackungarrah Creek. Coffee after at Penny and Barry’s. Map: Milton 89272N
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13 Feb, Wed 7:00PM |
NPA Environmental Book Club |
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Sydney Branch |
Anne D. |
The Biggest Estate on Earth: How Aborigines Made Australia by Bill Gammage.
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13 Feb, Wed 11:45AM |
Walkers get-together |
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Sydney Branch |
(Mal’s Group) Mal |
Social get-together for Monday walkers who might be out of action, slowing down or just want to stay in touch. Lunch at O'Donoghues Irish Pub, 99 Great Western Hwy, Emu Plains. Crossing the car park. Location: Emu Plains
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13 Feb, Wed 9:40AM |
Watson Bay to Rose Bay |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
11km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
Denise S. |
Beautiful harbour and ocean views as we walk to South Head and then to Rose Bay via Parsley Bay, Neilsen Park and the Hermitage Foreshore Walk. Swimming possible at Neilsen Park. No need to contact leader. Location: Sydney Harbour NP
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