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2 Jan, Thu 11:30AM				Port Kembla – Hill 60 – Port Kembla Pool
Grade:2/6		Length	4km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E.
Streets, ups & downs, 1 steep climb, water views (no rock hopping). Swim. Bus return via Warrawong Plaza (for coffee) then train from Wollongong. View

3 Jan, Fri 8:50AM				Victory Track
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	350m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Cancelled) Victory Track, Numantia Creek to Numantia Falls, then walk to Springwood Station via Sassafras Gully Rd. Mostly on good track or road, but there are creek crossings and a couple of steeper rougher sections. Location: Faulconbridge Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 20. View

4 Jan, Sat 8:00AM				Putty Beach to McMasters Beach
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	150m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Where do you go when the heat of summer is on? A lovely coastal walk with plenty of opportunities to swim, snorkel and enjoy the dramatic scenery! One of my favourites walks along the littoral zone. Swimming in open water. Location: Bouddi NP and Central Coast Map: Gosford 91312S and Broken Bay 91301N Limit: 15. View

4 Jan, Sat 10:19AM				Riverwood – Narwee
Grade:1/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Ailsa C.
Streets, paths, boardwalk, water views, mangroves. Coffee at Narwee, train return to city. View

5 Jan, Sun 8:00AM				Honeymoon Bay to Target Beach
Grade:3/6		Length	10km		Milton Branch
Leslie R.
Led by Herbert Frey & Leslie Reddacliff. Visit a number of secluded beaches on the northern headland of Jervis Bay. Walk from Honeymoon Bay to Target Beach (on track). Stay here for swim/picnic or visit the wreck of the St Martin de Porres at the base of Longnose Point. Optional off-track/rock hopping (grade 4) on to Little Target Beach and possibly beyond to Boat Harbour. Plenty of time for any number of swims if the weather is right. Map: Currarong 90271N Limit: 12. View

6 Jan, Mon 3:45PM				Balmoral to Circular Quay
Grade:3/6		Length	15km	265m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
Balmoral Beach to Circular Quay via Georges Head, Bradleys Head, Taronga Zoo, Cremorne Point, Milsons Point and across the bridge to Circular Quay. Please bring a torch in case the walk takes longer than expected. Please contact the leader via SMS for details. Walk may be cancelled if air quality is poor. Limit: 10. View

6 Jan, Mon 9:22AM				Evans Lookout Clifftop Walk
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	300m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Cancelled) From the bus stop near St Andrews Ave, walk to Evans Lookout. Clifftop walk from there to Barrow Lookout for views of Govetts Leap. Then take the Braeside Walk to Blackheath. Location: Blackheath Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 20. View

7 Jan, Tue 9:30AM				Bawley – Termeil- Kioloa Circuit Bike Ride
		Length	32km		Milton Branch
Leslie R.
Led by Herbert Frey & Leslie Reddacliff. Mixed road and good dirt track. From Bawley Pt Reserve cycle back to Termeil, then on old hwy to Ingolds Lookout. Then Boardinghouse Road back to Hwy for 5 km (quite safe with wide shoulder). Up Buck’s Road (very steep) over hills and down to Pretty Beach and Kioloa. Return along quiet coast road and cycleway to start. Map: Shoalhaven Cycleways View

7 Jan, Tue 8:34AM				Dangar Island Circumnavigation
Grade:2/6		Length	5km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Sue W
Stunning 360 degree views of the river, adjacent islands and bridges. About 100 steps up from the station and then down on return. View

8 Jan, Wed 11:00AM				Bundeena to Jibbon Head
Grade:1/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Sophie A.
Bush tracks, beach walking, Aboriginal engravings, optional swim at end of walk at your own risk. Location: Royal NP View

8-10 Jan, Wed-Fri				Colo/Nepean River paddle
		Length	25km		Milton Branch
Peter W.
(Cancelled) Starting with a rafting experience at Penrith Whitewater Stadium (just plain good fun). Then camping for 2 nights at Upper Colo Reserve. Day 2 paddling the Colo River. The section will depend upon water levels. Day 3 paddling on Nepean River. Either Nepean Gorge or if sufficient water from Penrith to Wallacia. Trip combined with another club. PFD compulsory. Location: Blue Mountains Limit: 12. View

8 Jan, Wed 5:02PM				Coogee to North Bondi
Grade:2/6		Length	6km	200m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
We’ll walk from Coogee Bay Hotel to Bondi or North Bondi. Opportunity for swimming at Bondi. Location: coogee Limit: 8. View

8 Jan, Wed 3:30PM				Nuggan Pt, Meroo Headland
Grade:2/6		Length	6km		Milton Branch
Wendy
Walk to Nuggan Point from Meroo Head Campsite. This is an easy and delightful walk with coastal forest, lake and sandy beaches with bonus BBQ. PLUS: After the walk, return to campsite and parking area for light/BBQ. BYO meat and associated foods and drink. Expected return home by 7:30pm. View

8 Jan, Wed 11:45AM				Walkers get together
					Sydney Branch
(Mal’s Group) Mal
Get together for Monday walkers who might be out of action, slowing down or just want to sit and chat. Lunch at O'Donohues Irish Pub, 90 Great Western Highway, Emu Plains. Location: Emu Plains View

9 Jan, Thu 10:00AM				Tempe – Wolli Creek – Mascot
Grade:2/6		Length	7km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Margery W.
Ramble around Tempe Reserve, continue beside Alexandra Canal. Train return from Mascot. Coffee somewhere. View

10 Jan, Fri				Exploratory bushwalk or non-abseiling canyon
Grade:5/6					Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Depending on the weather, either a walk exploring the amazing country in the Wollemi/Gardens of Stone 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. View

10 Jan, Fri 9:50AM				Pierces Pass
Grade:4/6		Length	5km	500m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Cancelled) Walk to Grose River for lunch. Return same way. Lots of steps. Creek crossings. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 15. View

11 Jan, Sat 10:30AM				Coogee – Maroubra
Grade:2/6		Length	5km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Fran C.
Streets, paths, ups & downs. Swim. Bus return to city from Maroubra. View

11-12 Jan, Sat (09:00AM)-Sun (14:00PM)				Erskine Creek Pack Walk
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	250m	Sydney Branch
Richard T.
(Cancelled) We start with a walk down on the Jack Evans Track to Erskine Creek in the Glenbrook area of Blue Mountains NP. We then walk upstream to an excellent swimming pool on the junction with Lincoln/Monkey Ropes Creek. Spend the day swimming and stay the night at a nice campsite near the pool. Return will be a short walk along Monkey Ropes Creek and up a new track to return to the cars. This is a perfect way to spend a summer weekend. Location: ErskineCreek and Blue Mountains NP Limit: 15. View

11 Jan, Sat 8:00AM				Hat Hill Canyon
Grade:4/6		Length	6km	150m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Cancelled) Ht Hill Canyon is a spectacular easy canyon to enjoy as it requires no abseils and only a few shortish swims so a wetsuit is definitely required. A wonderful watery trip on a hot January weekend not far from Blackheath. Rock scrambling, cold water and a few short swims, so a wetsuit is necessary. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 15. View

11 Jan, Sat 9:00AM				Kiama to Gerringong
Grade:3/6		Length	17km	100m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
If you feel like cooling off, escaping the heat and want a nice easy walk along the coast past several swimmable beaches and scenic headlands then this is the walk for you! Also, it's completely public transport friendly! Bring your swimmers, sunblock and towel and well walk and swim our way along the coastline. Location: Kiama Coast Map: Kiama 90281S Limit: 20. View

11 Jan, Sat 10:33PM				Otford to Bundeena: Royal NP Night Walk
Grade:4/6		Length	28km	1,000m	Southern Sydney Branch
Angelo E.
RSVP and head torch are a MUST. This is Sydney’s premier coastal walk, taking us through the world’s second oldest national park, the magnificent Royal National Park. Our starting point is the village of Otford, at the southern end of the RNP. Our aim is to arrive in Bundeena by about 8:15am, to ensure we catch the first ferry of the day, the 9am service to Cronulla. Type of walk: This is a full night time adventure filled with great natural beauty, coastal tracks, a rich diversity of pristine eco-systems and abandoned beaches. There are some moderate climbs. Difficulty: Hard, because of the distance and as we must concentrate for the night walking. We will be winding through forest, up and down headlands and crossing long beaches. A good level of fitness is definitely required. There are No get out points for this walk. If you attend you must finish the entire walk. Transport back is by ferry across Port Hacking to Cronulla Railway Station for the 45 minute service back to the city. All transport is Opal Card, except the ferry. What to bring: Good walking shoes/boots, 2-3 litres of water, two snacks and one late night meal, light rain jacket. A headlight and spare batteries are essential. Steep and slippery sections. Location: Royal NP Map: Royal NP Limit: 10. View

11 Jan, Sat				Wild Gorge, Dome Cave and Cosmic Cave
Grade:5/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Find out why this spectacular and threatened area must be protected for future generations. Park on a fire trail off Sunnyside Ridge Road and walk east to the head of a tributary of Wild Gorge. Descend it, visiting Dome Cave along the way, then explore both branches of the gorge, including Pinch Point Circle. Move south east and out towards Carne Creek, then climb out and visit Cosmic Cave. Exit via Split Rock Point and Pass. Re-connect with the cars. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Newnes SF Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N View

12 Jan, Sun 9:00AM				Burrill Lake West Arm Walk – Morning Walk
Grade:2/6		Length	10km		Milton Branch
Peter F.
A very short and easy walk for a Sunday! From Lions Park to Dolphin Point Dam then West Arm of lake via bush/cycle tracks and Romney Park Rd. Return via NPWS walking track and Aboriginal Cave to Lions Park by lunch time. View

12 Jan, Sun 8:30AM				Mt Kembla, Illawarra Escarpment
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	350m	Illawarra Branch
Col M.
Walk on tracks and fire trails through eucalypt and rain forests from Mount Kembla Lookout to the summit, Ring Track and Ridge Track. Coastal and escarpment views. Limit: 16. View

13 Jan, Mon 9:12AM				Overcliff and Undercliff
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	320m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Cancelled) 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 89301S Limit: 20. View

14 Jan, Tue 9:31AM				Northbridge to Artarmon
Grade:3/6		Length	11km		Sydney Branch
Shirley H.
Walk to Artarmon Station via Folly Point & Tunks Park. Moderate pace. Carry morning tea, lunch & water for the day. Steep sections, rough bushtracks, streets, creek crossings (slippery surfaces) steps. View

14 Jan, Tue 11:06AM				Wollongong Day Out
Grade:1/6		Length	3km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Margaret B.
Bus ride from Campbelltown to Wollongong. At beach by 1pm for lunch and swim. Minimum walking. Bus and train return to Sydney. View

15 Jan, Wed 9:30AM				Birchgrove to East Balmain
		Length	3km		Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Bob S.
WOW Ramble 3 Kms. Options to extend. View

15 Jan, Wed 6:55AM				Wollangambe Canyon
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	250m	Sydney Branch
Graham C.
(Cancelled) Wollangambe Canyon via Joes, Du Faurs and Lower Bell Canyons. A taster of several canyons, each with its own distinctive character. The side trip up Bell is a classic. Wetsuits, lilos and volleys/similar required. Slippery rocks, cold deep water. Steep climb out with a heavy pack. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Mount Wilson 89301N and Wollongambe Limit: 8. View

16 Jan, Thu 10:20AM				Marks Park – Tamarama – Bronte – Clovelly
Grade:2/6		Length	5km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Dianne E.
Streets, parks, ups & downs, steps, water views. Swim. Bus return. View

17 Jan, Fri 8:42AM				Burra Korain Flat
Grade:3/6		Length	6km	500m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Cancelled) Walk down to Burra Korain Flat on the Grose River. On the way visit Victoria Falls. Lots of steps. Rough track. Creek crossings. Location: Mount Victoria Map: Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 15. View

17 Jan, Fri 4:00PM				Evening walk – South Coogee to Bondi Beach
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	185m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Updated Details) Start at South Coogee near Ivor Rowe Rock Pool and walk along the coast through South Coogee wetlands, Wylie's Baths, Coogee Beach and then on along the Coogee to Bondi Beach track passing through Clovelly Beach, Bronte Beach, Tamarama Beach. Please contact leader if it is smoky as the walk may be cancelled. Map: Coogee Limit: 20. View

17 Jan, Fri				Exploratory bushwalk or non-abseiling canyon
Grade:5/6					Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Depending on the weather, either a walk exploring the amazing country in the Wollemi/Gardens of Stone 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. View

18 Jan, Sat				Dumbano Creek Canyon
Grade:3/6		Length	7.5km	200m	Sydney Branch
Peter F.
Wollangambe Trail – Overgrown fire trail – Dumbano Creek – Girdwood Track - Wollangambe Trail. This is a nice introduction to canyons, no abseils, wet feet. Track, off-track with mild scrub, creek walking. Location: Newnes SF Map: Wollangambe 89312S Limit: 12. View

18 Jan, Sat 10:30AM				Manly Wharf – Forty Baskets Beach – Manly
Grade:2/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
(Jean’s Group) Flavia & Charles A.
Walk to Forty Baskets and return after lunch and swim (own risk). Ferry return to city. View

19 Jan, Sun 9:00AM				Cave Beach, Bherwerre Beach Circuit
Grade:3/6		Length	15km		Milton Branch
Denise D.
Walk on beaches (6km) and four wheel drive tracks. Good views of Pigeon House. Swim if warm. Start and finish at car park at end of Cave Beach Rd. GR: 877067. Meet leader car park Booderee NP entrance (fees apply). Map: Sussex Inlet 90274S View

19 Jan, Sun 3:30PM				Evening Walk – Rose Bay to Watsons Bay
Grade:2/6		Length	11km	120m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Changed Transport Details) An easy evening walk from Rose Bay to Watsons Bay, walking through the Hermitage Foreshore Walk, Nielson Park, Green Point Reserve, Watsons Bay, Hornby Lighthouse and back to Watsons Bay. You could leave at Watsons Bay if you prefer not to do the loop around Hornby Lighthouse. Please contact leader if it is smoky as the walk may be cancelled. Location: Rose Bay Limit: 20. View

19 Jan, Sun				Gerroa & Seven Mile Beach NP
Grade:2/6		Length	13km	50m	Illawarra Branch
Graham B.
A great easy summer time, low tide, walk exploring rock platform, beach and bush. Joint activity with Illawarra Ramblers. Limit: 20. View

19 Jan, Sun 1:00PM				Narrabeen Lagoon Circumnavigation
					Sydney Branch
Tony C.
From the western basin to the outlet to the sea, this majestic waterway will reveal its secrets. On this leisurely 8km paddle, you can swim the lagoon from a clean, sandy beach, or take a plunge in in the ocean or nearby rock pool. Visit an island, experience the exotic wildlife – pelicans, black swan (over 100 of these elegant creatures have made the lagoon their home), maybe a fish will jump in your boat! Hear about the amazing Aboriginal history. Kayak hire just $78pp. Grade easy – ideal for first-timers. Kayak tuition prior to commencing. Everything provided, including life vests, which must be worn while on the water. Register with Tony Carr, former President of Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment. View

19 Jan, Sun 11:45AM				Resolute Beach and the Resolute Loop Trail
		Length	6km		Branch
David.S
Come join the Greens Bushwalking Club for this opportunity to enjoy our wonderful National Park. Bring sensible shoes, sunscreen, hat, at least 2 litres of water per person and lunch. Note that RSVP is compulsory via the link. Any questions please contact Kym on 9230 3030 or kym.chapple@parliament.nsw.gov.au. Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase NP View

20 Jan, Mon 9:25AM				Bondi to Maroubra
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	40m	Sydney Branch
(Mal’s Group) John H.
Sydney's iconic coastal walk with fantastic views. Mainly along formed pathways but it does include some street walking. In the event of tough walking weather the walk could be shortened. Bring your swimmers if you would like a swim before you go home. Lots of steps and a few long staircases. Cumulative climb is 638 metres though the largest single climb is 40 metres. Location: Southern Sydney Map: Bondi 91302S Limit: 20. View

20 Jan, Mon 8:28AM				Spurwood Rd
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	350m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Cancelled) Walk down Spurwood Trail and cross over Cripple Creek Trail to follow bike tracks up to the ridge opposite. Follow more bike tracks out along the ridge and back. Return to Warrimoo via Rickard Road. Some steep loose sections. Not much shade on this walk. Location: Warrimoo Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 20. View

21 Jan, Tue 9:00AM				Bird photography
Grade:2/6		Length	6km	50m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
This is an opportunity to spot and, if you so desire, take photos of some of our waterbirds. There is a bird hide. There is also mangrove so be prepared for mosquitoes. A wide variety of life to enjoy across a variety of habitats. Mosquitoes! And be prepared for sun and/or rain! Location: Bicentennial Park Limit: 12. View

21 Jan, Tue 10:02AM				Carss Park – Ramsgate
Grade:2/6		Length	5km		Macarthur Branch
(Jean’s Group) Lyn C.
Mostly flat. A couple of short but fairly steep hills. Could be muddy and slippery after rain. Some uneven surfaces. Steps down. Mostly easy walk along the shore of Kogarah Bay then through reserves and a little street walking to Ramsgate. Option of swim at Ramsgate Baths at conclusion of walk. View

21 Jan, Tue 4:30PM				Evening walk – Rose Bay to Milsons Point
Grade:2/6		Length	11km	160m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
An evening walk from Rose Bay to Milsons Point via Seven Shillings Beach, Double Bay, Yarranabbe Park, Rushcutters Bay Park, Wooloomooloo, Mrs. Macquarie's Chair, Botanic Gardens, Circular Quay and the Harbour Bridge. Please contact leader if it is smoky as the walk may be cancelled. Location: Eastern Suburbs Limit: 20. View

21 Jan, Tue				Exploratory bushwalk or non-abseiling canyon
Grade:5/6					Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Depending on the weather, either a walk exploring the amazing country in the Wollemi/Gardens of Stone 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. View

21 Jan, Tue 10:14AM				Lake Macquarie
Grade:2/6		Length	12km		Sydney Branch
Shirley H.
Walk to Toronto beside the lake, fire trails & bushtracks, some rough tracks, reserves, streets, short steep sections & steps. Moderate pace. Carry morning tea, lunch & water for the day. At the finish a bus to Fassifern Station (CCN Line). View

22 Jan, Wed 9:00AM				Mollymook Mystery Tour
Grade:1/6		Length	5km		Milton Branch
Wendy
Explore little trekked back alleys of reserves and bushland from the oval, up through the top of Hilltop Golf Course, across Mollymoke Farm Creek and back to Tallwood Cafe for a not so mysterious refreshment. Gentle walking, mostly downhill except for the parts that go up - (the “other bits”). View

22 Jan, Wed 10:03AM				Olympic Park to Rydalmere
		Length	3km		Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Bob S.
WOW Ramble 3 Kms. Options to extend. View

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