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23 May, Sun 7:30AM 20km plus walk series No 1: Coast Track in one day
Grade:4/6 Length 28km  900m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Fast pace | A trip where the leaders will set a fast pace.The Coast Track is an incredible coastal walk/trek within an hour drive south of Sydney running from Otford to Bundeena in one of the most popular and spectacular of the NSW National Parks, the Royal National Park.  This is a long day. When RSVP, please include your full name, member number, mobile no, emergency contact no and your walking experience to demonstrate your stamina and fitness. Steep and slippery sections
Location: Royal National Park
Map: Royal NP Limit: 8. Best Walk: Otford to Bundeena View

23 May, Sun 10:14AM Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 24
Grade:3/6 Length 13km  100m Illawarra Branch
Col M.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Nearly fully booked) Fairy Meadow to Port Kembla North. Walk from Fairy Meadow Station to Port Kembla North on a route through Puckeys Nature Reserve, The Blue Mile, Wollongong Harbour and Headland, Wollongong Greenhouse Park and part of the perimeter around Bluescope's steelmaking operations. Part of the Great South Coast Walk  (http://greatsouthcoastwalk.net/) a long-distance walking route along the southern coastline of New South Wales, from Bundeena on the southern fringe of Sydney, to Mallacoota, just over the border in Victoria, 660km in total. Limit: 12. View

24 May, Mon 10:10AM Hills around Manly
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  300m Sydney Branch
Renate W.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longIf you think of Manly only as a beach, come along and change your mind. This walk climbs three hills around Manly, mainly on paths and pavements. Starting from the ferry wharf it first leads to Fairlight Beach then crosses the ridge and heads to Manly Lagoon. From the Lagoon it goes up the hill towards Freshwater, before turning back down to the Queenscliff rock pool. A long flat stretch along Queenscliff, Manly and Steyne beaches leads to the Fairy Bower rock pool. From there it climbs over the ridge to the old St Patricks College, and then to Little Manly beach before returning down to Manly Wharf. Hazards:hills and steps
Location: Manly
Map: Manly Limit: 14. View

24 May, Mon 8:42AM Springwood to Faulconbridge
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  390m Sydney Branch
Janet R.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Walk part of Birdwood Gully, up to Chapman Parade. Tracks to Grose Road, Grose Quarry and up to Adeline Park Faulconbridge, ending at Faulconbridge Station. Lovely Mountain Blue Gums. Maintain Covid protocol. Few facilities at Faulconbridge. Rough, steep parts both up and down. Slippery bits.
Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 15. View

25 May, Tue 7:00PM Bushwalking NSW quarterly General Meeting
Branch
Bushwalking NSW
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.(Date Changed) All affiliated club members are welcome to attend Bushwalking NSW quarterly General Meetings at Redfern Town Hall, 73 Pitt Street, Redfern, Sydney – just 7 minutes from the station, and/or online, to learn about bushwalking, share their ideas, and represent the interests of their club. During Covid-19, meetings are held online. Contact us to register for online meetings and receive the video link. Agenda:
- Chat to fellow clubs and Bushwalking NSW from 7pm
- Discussion with James McCormack (Editor of Wild Magazine) on Luxury Lodges = Wilderness Lost starts at 7:30pm. Book here for your free Zoom link
- Bushwalking NSW Inc. update at 8:40pm View

25 May, Tue 9:30AM Mt Gibraltar – Bowral/Mittagong
Grade:3/6 Length 8km  290m Southern Highlands Branch
Geoff A.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Mt Gibraltar is the highest point between Sydney and Canberra.  It also has some heritage listed Trachyte quarries.  Walking tracks provide access to these sites as well as providing lookouts where on a clear day Sydney can be seen. Hazards:  Rough and steep tracks, slippery rocks, fallen trees and unfenced cliff edges.
Location: Mount Gibralter Nature Reserve
Map: Mittagong 8929-2S Limit: 20. View

25 May, Tue 11:31AM Social lunch
Grade:1/6 Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Geoffrey.L
Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicCafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.(Fully Booked) It is really difficult to meet up with hiking friends at NPA walks these days as some have become fitter as they get older.  Some have slowed down a lot.  Some just want a change of lifestyle.   So that we get to see each other and catch up, we will host a yum cha at Burwood.  Cost is about $30. RSVP to either Geoffrey or Esther (eeesee@gmail.com) RSVP essential as we need to make a booking. provide member no, mobile no and emergency contact no. View the 14 20km plus walks and take up the challenge. https://bushwalk.npansw.org.au/?page_id=2835&leader_id=1929 Overeating.
Location: Burwood View

26 May, Wed 8:45AM Fortress Ridge and Lockleys Pylon
Grade:4/6 Length 15km  600m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longJoint leader Sheila Walker. From Leura Station drive to Lockley Pylon trackhead, leave some cars and then drive back along Mt Hay Rd to the trackhead of the Fortress Ridge Trail to start the walk. Walk past Fortress Rock Lookout, the Cave and Waterfall to the Fortress Ridge Lookout, turn around, on the way back turn into Fortress Canyon Entry Track, cross Fortress Creek, then along an indistinct track to the Lockleys Pylon Track on to Lockleys Pylon, and then walk back to Lockley Pylon trackhead. Please contact leader via email to register, stating whether travelling by car as we need to drive to start of the walk and back. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings, scrambling uphill on indistinct track and possible fallen trees across track.
Location: Leura Limit: 15. View

26 May, Wed 10:00AM Meadowbank to Parramatta
Grade:2/6 Length 10km Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Denise S.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longWalk from Meadowbank ferry wharf to Parramatta along the river. Option to finish at Rydalmere. Limit: 15. View

27 May, Thu Carramar to Bankstown Airport at Milperra
Grade:2/6 Length 10km Sydney Branch
Sue W
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFirst time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.From Carramar station we follow good paths along Lake Gillawarna, Orphan School and Prospect Creeks and it’s confluence with the Georges River. We finish at the intersection of Henry Lawson Drive and Milperra Road. Return by bus to Bankstown, Strathfield or Liverpool stations. Map of the area. Limit: 12. View

27 May, Thu Cycle from Wolli Creek Railway Station to Sydney Olympic Park
Grade:3/6 Length 50km Sydney Branch
Rob G.
Cycle | A cycling trip(Date Changed) Cycle from Wolli Creek Railway Station to Sydney Olympic Park, via Homebush Bay and Cooks River Canal, then Newington Nature Reserve, Parramatta Foreshore return to Wolli Creek Rail. Approx 50 kms. Meet at Wolli Creek Railway Station at 9am for 9:15am start. Finish approx. 3:30 to 4pm. Must book in with leader. Bring picnic morning/afternoon tea and/or lunch or purchase along the way. Must bring spare tube and repair kit. No helmet no go! View

28 May, Fri 9:28PM Bruces Walk
Grade:4/6 Length 15km  400m Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.From Medlow Bath walk roads and trails to Katoomba Airport. Steep down and up to cross Katoomba Creek. Govetts Creek and Wentworth Creek also have to be crossed. Steep loose trail in places. Creek crossings.
Location: Medlow Bath
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 12. View

28-30 May, Fri (20:33PM)-Sun (00:00AM) Lost Chord Crater, Lee Castle and Labyrinth Peak
Grade:6/6 Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Camp | An activity that involves an overnight stay, usually in a tent.Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longWALK POSTPONED.   A 3-day pack walk. Limited numbers. Day 1: Park at Benjang Gap, GR 300 930. Walk to Lee Creek and then upstream to GR 328 904. Take water for the day (or carry from home). Climb to Lost Chord Crater, continue to Lost Chord Saddle, then climb south-west on Tal Tal Ridge to about GR 339 890. Descend into a tributary of Lee Creek at about GR 330 884. Take water for high camp and next morning, climb westwards and camp at around GR 324 885. If time permits, explore high cliffs to the south-east (we may even camp there). About 12 km. Day 2: Spend the morning exploring Lee Castle immediately to the north-west, then descend into Lee Creek, take water for the high camp and the next day and climb to Labyrinth Saddle (eastern end) at GR 315 903. Then climb Labyrinth Peak, GR 311 901, to camp. About 6 km. Day 3: Return to the Labyrinth Saddle. Explore around to the north and north-east. If possible, descend into a tributary of Lee Creek at around GR 316 909; otherwise return to the saddle and use a known descent route to the north. Walk back to the cars. About 8 km. Mostly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Talooby 89324N Limit: 8. View

28 May, Fri 9:30AM Neighbourhood walk 18 : Thornleigh to Eastwood
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  150m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ewan C.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Fully Booked) Walk from Thornleigh to Eastwood via Thornleigh Park, The Great North Walk and Terry Creek Track. Optional Lunch at Eastwood Hotel (which specialises in Korean food). Creek crossing...may get wet feet.
Map: Lane Cover River Park Limit: 18. View

29 May, Sat 8:00AM Sunnyside Point, Wolgan Pinnacle and Endorphin Point
Grade:4/6 Length 11km  450m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longThis is a spectacular region within the Ben Bullen State forest that needs protection and should be included within the Gardens of Stone National Park. Expect superb wild country with the highlights being the rugged Sunnyside Point and the nearby Wolgan Pinnacle, both worth the effort of getting to! Rock scrambling and off-track walking.
Location: Ben Bullen SF
Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N View

29 May, Sat Watsons Bay to Rose Bay
Grade:2/6 Length 9km Macarthur Branch
Lyn C
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Moderate pace. Watsons Bay to Rose Bay via The Gap, Macquarie Lighthouse, Christison Park, Vaucluse Park and House, Nielsen Park, Hermitage Foreshore Walk. Ocean and harbour views, mostly reserves and formed tracks, ups and downs, steps, mostly quiet street walking, some uneven and rough-surfaced tracks, possibly a little sand walking. Limit: 16. View

30 May, Sun 8:17AM 20km plus walk series No 2: Mt Kuringai to Mt Colah
Grade:4/6 Length 23km  650m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFast pace | A trip where the leaders will set a fast pace.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Route: Mount Kuring gai Track, Berowra Track, Birrawanna Track, Bobbin Head Trail, Mt Colah. When you RSVP, include your full name, member number, mobile no, emergency contact no and your walking history to demonstrate your stamina and fitness. Steep and slippery sections
Map: Mount Kuring-gai Limit: 12. View

30 May, Sun Audley Circuit
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  450m Illawarra Branch
Graham B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Fully Booked) A traverse of the Audley precinct of the Royal NP – Loftus, Temptation Ck, Bungoona Lookout, Audley, Head of Navigation then finishing at Engadine. Joint walk with our friends from Bushwalk the ‘Gong – combined limit applies.
Location: Royal NP
Map: NPWS Royal NP Limit: 15. View

30 May, Sun 7:48AM Witches Watch, Hecates Cauldron and Tara Point
Grade:5/6 Length 10km Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Date Changed) Park the vehicles at around GR 306 175 on the branch road off the Bicentennial National Trail. Follow the Great Dividing Range north to Gordian Knot and then to Witches Watch, a spectacular lookout above Hecates Cauldron. From here, descend into the Cauldron and explore it underneath the cliff lines and also above, amidst “the bubbles”. Visit the Tower of Hope and other attractions. Descend into the headwaters of Baal Bone Creek, cross the valley and climb up through Tara Slot onto Tara Point. More amazing views. From here, move up to the ridge and re-connect with the vehicles. Scrambling and exposure. About 10 km.
Location: Ben Bullen SF and Gardens of Stone NP
Map: Ben Bullen 89314S and Cullen Bullen 89313N View

31 May, Mon 9:01AM Berowra to Mt Kuring-gai
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  550m Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFirst time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.A nice loop walk on the "far side". Yes, I do cross the bridge! We will enjoy the views, the beauty of Cowan Creek and whatever creatures come our way.
Location: Kuring-gai Chase NP
Map: Hornsby and Cowan 91304N Limit: 12. View

31 May, Mon 9:19AM Overlooking Sydney – Glenbrook to Lapstone
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  350m Sydney Branch
John H.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFirst time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.By request a fairly gentle walk in the lower Blue Mountains, that includes great views over Sydney from Marges and Elizabeth's lookouts. Walking under the highway near the RAAF base we discover a disused railway tunnel and an old tramway. If time we will follow the tramway out to its end and discover why it was built. Booking essential. A few rough sections of track.
Location: Glenbrook
Map: Penrith 90303N Limit: 20. View

31 May, Mon 8:37AM Valley Heights to Blaxland
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  400m Sydney Branch
(Allan’s Group) Bandula G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longStart t Valley Heights Station, walk along the Valley Heights Firetrail, Greens Road Track, Florabella Pass, Pipa's Pass to Blaxland Station. Please contact leader via email to register. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings.
Location: Valley Heights Limit: 15. View

1 Jun, Tue 9:30AM Joadja North Nature Reserve
Grade:3/6 Length 8.5km  300m Southern Highlands Branch
Sue M.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Joadja Nature reserve was created in 2001.  The management trail meanders through Eucalypt forest to a rocky lookout giving views over creeks and farmland.  Returning to the Wombeyan Caves Rd we cross and walk a little way to another fire trail and lookout towards Wombeyan Caves.  This is a lovely lunch place. Hazards:  Rough fire trail and unfenced cliff edges.
Location: Joadja NR
Map: Barrallier 8929-3N Limit: 20. View

2 Jun, Wed 9:02AM Lawson to Hazelbrook – Waterfalls walk
Grade:3/6 Length 14km  450m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Starting at Lawson Station, passing through Fairy Falls, St Michaels Falls, Dantes Glen, Echo Bluff, Fredrica Falls, Horseshoe Falls, Oakland Falls and Burgess Falls to Hazelbrook Station. Moderate speed. Please contact leader by email to register. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings.
Location: Lawson Limit: 15. View

2 Jun, Wed 10:00AM Narrabeen to Mona Vale
Grade:2/6 Length 8km  50m Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Fritz W.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Easy walk from Narrabeen to Mona Vale. Some short steep steps. Great ocean views.
Location: Northern beaches Limit: 15. View

2 Jun, Wed Potos Wall and Lions Cave
Grade:5/6 Length 6km Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longNEW WALK: Leave one car GR 719 928 on Mountain Lagoon Road and drive another one to Hanlons Road North, GR 699 916. From the second car, descend east into Back Creek and follow it all the way to Tootie Creek. Visit Potos Wall, then Potos Cave. Climb onto the ridge to the east and visit Lions Cave. Continue north east underneath the cliff line, exploring caves, till about GR 714 933 or GR 714 938, depending on the available time. Re-connect with the first car. Expect cascades, waterfalls, rainforest ravines and beautiful caves. About 6 km. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View

3 Jun, Thu Meadowbank – Bicentennial Park – Concord West
Grade:1/6 Length 6km Sydney Branch
Sandra C.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longSlow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.First time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walk the historic 1886 John Whitton Bridge. Rhodes, foreshore path by Homebush Bay to Bicentennial Park. Mainly flat walking with close river views. Water available and dropout points. COVID safe numbers. Train T9 return to city. Joint WEA Ramblers and NPA walk.
Location: Parramatta River View

3 Jun, Thu 9:30AM Wattamolla to Curracurrong and return
Grade:2/6 Length 8km  290m Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPhotography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.It's the season for whales! The coast beckons! We will be stopping at a number of key locations along the cliffs of Royal with cameras at the ready.
Location: Royal NP
Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 12. View

4 Jun, Fri 10:00AM Neighbourhood walk 19 : Little Diggers and Two Creeks Track
Grade:2/6 Length 7km  170m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFirst time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Cafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Co-leader: Heather Lakiss. Walk repeated due to popular demand. This pleasant walk starts from Lindfield Park and heads through the bushland to the Two Creeks Track, which it follows through the national park to, and along, Middle Harbour Creek. The walk finishes at Dukes Green Cafe via the picturesque Little Digger Track, and through a few shortcut alley ways in East Lindfield. Steep, rugged and slippery sections
Location: Middle Harbour Limit: 20. View

5 Jun, Sat 11:00AM Gardens of Stone for Beginners
Branch
General Community Event
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longEducational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) This and one other equal event have been booked out very quickly. If you're interested in the event, contact them for another event in the future months.
Presented by Yuri Bolotin at Gang Gang Gallery, Lithgow.
11.00-11.30 - Gardens of Stone Talk
11.30-13.00 - Gardens of Stone Walk
The rugged and beautiful Gardens of Stone can be an intimidating place for a first-time visitor. Find out about easier access points and routes that you can use to discover this magical land. After his talk, Yuri will lead a short walk to the part of the Gardens of Stone adjacent to Lithgow (Dobbs Drift). You will be able to view, photograph and learn about the stunning pagoda formations that make this area unique. Numbers are strictly limited, so bookings are essential. Contact: Sharon Howard, Gang Gang Gallery, 0408 514 440. View

5 Jun, Sat Minnamurra to Kiama
Grade:2/6 Length 9km Macarthur Branch
Lyn C
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Moderate pace. Minnamurra to Kiama via Minnamurra River, Kiama Downs, Cathedral Rocks, The Boneyard, Bombo, Kiama Harbour and Blow Hole. River and ocean views. Partly exploratory with varying surfaces to be walked on. Reserves, possible sand walking. Steps and ups and downs. Limit: 12. View

5 Jun, Sat 9:00AM Nobles Canyon – Carne Creek cliff lines exploration
Grade:4/6 Length 6km  200m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Swim | A trip that involves swimmingWalk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longSlow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.Normally a canyon involves getting wet feet and a swim, abseil or at least a wade through waist-deep water but Nobles Cayon, also known as the Dry Canyon is a rare exception and a wonderfully spectacular one at that. On this trip we will follow Nobles Canyon down past its 2 constrictions to the cliff lines above Carne Creek then explore the cliff lines south of that creek before crossing over a pagoda laden ridge back to the main track. Rock scrambling and off-track.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 15. View

6 Jun, Sun 8:00AM 20km plus walk series No 3: Circular Quay to The Spit
Grade:4/6 Length 24km  500m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Explore one of the best harbours in the world on our doorstep.   Today we walk from   Circular Quay to The Spit.  Over the course of the walk you will come across  
  • The Sydney Harbour Bridge
  • The pristine bushland of Sydney Harbour National Park
  • An abundance of spectacular views of the harbour
  • An old Naval Base
  • Tiny harbour beaches where you can take a swim
  • A nude beach
  • Several cafes and restaurants at Chowder Bay
  • The Sydney Harbour Marine Institute where you can learn more about the Harbour
When you RSVP, include your full name, member number, mobile no, and emergency contact no. Steep and slippery sections Limit: 12. Best Walk: Sydney Harbour View

6 Jun, Sun 10:30AM Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 25
Grade:3/6 Length 16km  150m Illawarra Branch
Col M.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Nearly fully booked) Port Kembla North to Lake Illawarra. Walk from Port Kembla North Station to Lake Illawarra Kiosk on a route around part of Bluescope's steel-making operations, Inner Harbour, Hill 60 and Port Kembla Beach. Part of the Great South Coast Walk  (http://greatsouthcoastwalk.net/) a long-distance walking route along the southern coastline of New South Wales, from Bundeena on the southern fringe of Sydney, to Mallacoota, just over the border in Victoria, 660km in total. Limit: 12. View

7 Jun, Mon 8:30AM Blaxland to Glenbrook via Lennox Bridge
Grade:3/6 Length 11km  270m Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Fully Booked) St Johns Oval, Glenbrook Lagoon, Lennox Bridge, Elizabeth Lookout to Glenbrook Station. Pathways, streets and tracks.
Map: Penrith 90303N and Springwood 90304S Limit: 16. View

7 Jun, Mon 9:30AM Sphinx to Bobbin HeadLoop track
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  619m Sydney Branch
John H.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Starting (and ending) at the Sphinx, a series of carvings by a recuperating WW1 soldier as a memorial to his mates, at the entrance to Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park we wind down to the beautiful Cowan Creek and follow it into Bobin Head. There is a steep climb up the ridge on a fire trail which we follow back to the start. You can come by car or public transport and we are meeting mid morning. Booking essential. Rough track surfaces and slippery sections.
Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
Map: Hornsby 91304S Limit: 20. View

8 Jun, Tue 9:30AM Mt Kembla Summit and Ring Track
Grade:4/6 Length 10km  360m Southern Highlands Branch
Sue M.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Summiting Mt Kembla and the ring track that circles Mt Kembla provides wonderful views over the Illawarra Coast. Hazards: Very steep track and some road walking
Location: Illawarra Escarpment State NR Limit: 20. View

9 Jun, Wed 10:00AM Bondi to Maroubra
Grade:2/6 Length 11km  50m Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Denise S.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longWalk from Bondi to Maroubra via Tamarama, Bronte, Clovelly and Coogee. Beautiful ocean views. Some steps and ups and downs. There is an opportunity to finish earlier at Coogee. Some street walking.
Location: Bondi coastal walk Limit: 15. View

9 Jun, Wed Coogee to Bondi Beach
Grade:2/6 Length 9km Southern Sydney Branch
MAURIE
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Moderate pace. Coogee, Bronte, Bondi Beach - ocean views, ups and downs, steps, path walking along the ocean edge. Limit: 12. View

9 Jun, Wed 8:35AM Cowan to Berowra
Grade:3/6 Length 14km  600m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Date Changed) Part of the Great North Walk. Starting at Cowan Station, walk down to Berowra Creek, walk along the creek to Berowra Waters, and then walk up the Berkley Fire trail to Berowra Station. Moderate pace. Please contact leader via email to register. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings. Moderate speed
Location: cowan Limit: 15. View

9 Jun, Wed 11:30AM Walkers lunch
Sydney Branch
(Mal’s Group) Mal
Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicSocial | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Cafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.Catch up and social lunch at O'Donoghues Irish Pub, Emu Plains. View

11 Jun, Fri 9:45AM Neighbourhood walk No 16: Harold Reid and North Arm Walking Track
Grade:3/6 Length 9km  200m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longCafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Leader will be Jeff Carey. Today we explore  Harold Reid and North Arm Walking Track Castle Crag. This circuit takes walkers through the waterfront bushland of Middle Harbour. Expect fantastic views, diverse plant communities, wildflowers, and lots of birds. https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/files/sharedassets/public/ecm/willoughby-council-website/info-sheets/info-sheets/1-harold_reid_reserve_-_walking_track_brochure.pdf https://www.willoughby.nsw.gov.au/files/sharedassets/public/ecm/willoughby-council-website/info-sheets/info-sheets/1-north_arm_reserve_-_walking_track_brochure.pdf Optional lunch at Orchard Tavern at Chatswood. Please state if you will have pub lunch because we'll make a booking. Steep and slippery sections. View

11 Jun, Fri Psychedelic Ravine and Chain of Ponds
Grade:5/6 Length 9km Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPark one car at GR 735 932 and another one at GR 748 936 on Mountain Lagoon Road. From the first car, walk north along a spur, then down into Psychedelic Ravine. Follow it downstream, making detours to see some interesting sites, including Chain of Ponds on one of the tributaries. Exit at GR 745 955, climb the ridge and walk back to the road on the old timber trail. Partly exploratory. About 8 km. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View

12 Jun, Sat Bundeena – Maianbar circuit
Grade:2/6 Length 7km Macarthur Branch
Lyn C
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Cafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.Moderate pace. Bundeena to Maianbar via Horderns Beach, Bonnie Vale, sand flats near Simpsons Bay and The Basin and return. Views of Port Hacking. Reserves, sand walking, some uneven and unsealed tracks, quiet street walking, steps, ups and downs. Coffee available at lunch. Depending on weather and time availability we may extend walk to Jibbon Beach on return to Bundeena. Limit: 12. View

12 Jun, Sat 2:57PM Dharawal National Park
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  300m Sydney Branch
Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPhotography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.(Fully Booked) Exploratory Slippery and rough sections View

12 Jun, Sat 11:45AM Kallalea lagoon
Grade:2/6 Length 6km  50m Sydney Branch
Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPleasant walk along lagoon View

12 Jun, Sat 9:00AM Killalea State Park
Grade:2/6 Length 6km  150m Illawarra Branch
Graham B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longA shortish walk to explore the natural beauty of Killalea State Park near Shellharbour. There’s been plenty of media reports about the plans to (over)develop this park so this walk will provide an opportunity to have a look around and better understand what the issues are. NPA are advocating for the area to become Regional Park under the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Act and therefore be managed by NPWS. Limit: 16. View

13 Jun, Sun 8:00AM 20km plus walk series No 4: Kings Cross to Bondi Junction
Grade:4/6 Length 23km  500m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Highlights:
  • Expensive real estate of Sydney
  • Rose Bay Heritage walk
  • Strickland House Estate
  • Parsley Bay Reserve
  • Nudist beach
  • Southhead
  • Lighthouses
  • The Gap
  • Spectacular Sydney Harbour views
  • Spectacular landscape
  • World famous Bondi Beach where you are invited to have a drink to cool down.
Steep and slippery sections.
Map: Sydney Harbour Limit: 12. Best Walk: Sydney Harbour View

13 Jun, Sun Heathcote NP Circuit
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  250m Illawarra Branch
Graham B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFirst time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Waterfall station to Mooray Pool, Kingfisher Pool, Lake Toolooma, Camp Coutts and back to Waterfall. A pleasant circuit walk taking in some great waterholes and streams. Joint walk with our friends from Bushwalk the ‘Gong – combined limit applies.
Location: Heathcote NP
Map: NPWS Royal NP Limit: 15. View

14 Jun, Mon 9:31AM Lawson Swamp Trail
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  350m Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Changed Transport Details) Walk up to Queens Road. Visit Sunset Rock and Dragon Rock. Walk Lawson Swamp. Wander trails north of Hazelbrook. Walking back to Hazelbrook. Some poor overgrown track. Gloves could be useful.
Location: Hazelbrook
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 16. View

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