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22 Mar, Mon 9:00AM				World Water Day
Grade:1/6		Length	5km	10m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Water means different things to different people. This conversation is about what water means to you. How is water important to your home and family life, your livelihood, your cultural practices, your wellbeing, your local environment? On this day we will focus on its role in natural spaces, where water can mean peace, harmony and preservation. Today, water is under extreme threat from a growing population, increasing demands of agriculture and industry, and the worsening impacts of climate change. We will aim to tell us our stories, thoughts and feelings about water through photography and by recording - and celebrating - all the different ways water benefits our lives, we can value water properly and safeguard it effectively for everyone. Meeting place is Bonnie Vale where we can explore the role of water in Simpsons Bay and in Cabbage Tree Basin. After that we will head to Audley and meander along the edges of the Hacking River! The aim is to produce a shared PowerPoint presentation on the role of water in our natural world. A day for cameras! Location: Royal NP Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 12. View

23 Mar, Tue 9:00AM				National Eucalyptus Day
Grade:1/6		Length	5km	50m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Coinciding with National Eucalypt Day on March 23rd, you get to vote for your most loved eucalypt throughout the month of March. But let's do better than that. Let's meander slowly along the Bottle Forest Trail and try to capture the magic of our own local eucalyptus trees with our cameras! Bark, trunk, seeds, leaves or the entire tree! Location: Royal NP Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 12. View

23 Mar, Tue 9:30AM				River Walk Berrima
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	300m	Southern Highlands Branch
Sue M.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Instead of our normal two pre-defined groups.  Each walker can decide on the day which  option they want. Each covering the same grounds but in a different order. Option 1  Follow along the river track circuit.  Return to cars and proceed to Quarry Walk and Berrima Weir. Option 2 Commence with Quarry Walk and Weir then proceed to River Walk   Hazards: Steep climbs, slippery rocks, rough track Location: Berrima Map: Mittagong 89292S Limit: 30. View

24 Mar, Wed				Scarborough to Stanwell Park
Grade:4/6		Length	12km	550m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
From Scarborough Station follow paths, beaches and rock platforms to the Sea Cliff Bridge. Descend on narrow exposed ledges and ladders to follow a route beneath the bridge. (Option to take an easier route along the top of the bridge). Continue along coastal paths and ascend to the Wodi Wodi Track and Mt Mitchell. Options to explore Stanwell Creek visiting Viaduct and upper levels. Relaxed pace. Slippery conditions, exposed ledges, cliff edges, creek crossings. Location: Illawarra Escarpment Map: Appin 90291S and Bulli 90292N View

24 Mar, Wed				Winmalee circuit via Grose Head South
Grade:3/6		Length	16km	420m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Postponed) Postponed to 19 May. Train to Springwood and bus to start of the walk at Winmalee. From bus stand walk along White Cross Road to the start of the Shaws Ridge Trail, then Bees Nest Hill and Springwood Ridge Trail to Grose Head South Lookout (possibly continue on to Grose Head South) and back along Blue Gum Swamp Track and White Cross Road to Winmalee. Return to Springwood by bus. Walk maybe cancelled if very hot weather is forecast. Steep and slippery sections. Limit: 15. View

25 Mar, Thu				Manly to Reef Beach
		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Sue W
Why not see the harbour from both the land and water with not much street walking to be done. Via Forty Baskets to the Fairlight Lookout for spectacular views across to the Hornby Lighthouse and returning along harbour foreshore. Location: Sydney Harbour NP Map: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 10. View

26 Mar, Fri 9:31AM				Neighbourhood Walk No 9: Cooks River
Grade:2/6		Length	10km	70m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
The "neighbourhood series" will be led by walkers who live in the vicinity of where they live. Today we explore the Cook Rivers. Meet at Canterbury station and walk via the Cooks River path to Tempe and back to Hurlstone Park. See how the hard work of local community organisations and local councils is bringing this once heavily polluted waterway back to life. Walk is all on paved paths. Option to bring lunch or buy it from Lynne’s favourite cafe/bakery in Hurlstone Park after the walk. Leader will be Lynne Hewitt. Map: Cooks river Limit: 12. View

27 Mar, Sat 8:30AM				McLeans Pass – Mt Jamison – Dead Tree Camp
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	300m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
A walk for those who love pagodas, rock scrambling and superlative views of the Capertee Valley and Pantoneys Crown. This walk was originally on the program back in October but bad weather had me postponing it until now. Rock scrambling and some off-track walking. Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S View

27 Mar, Sat 10:00AM				Neighbourhood walk no 10: :Reid Oval Circuit
Grade:2/6		Length	10km	150m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Mike P.
Hidden gem: Reid Oval Circuit via Ferndale, Stringybark Creek and Fairyland. This beautiful walk loops around a section of the Lane Cove River. Starting at Fullers Bridge, the walk follows the Great North walk through the historic site of Fairylands to Epping road before crossing the Lane Cove river and heading up the other bank of the river, passing through a variety of environments including a Golf Course. The walk then returns to Fullers Bridge. It's best to have coffee at Chatswood. The cafe at the park delivers a slow service. If you wish to have coffee at the park, take the half hour earlier bus. Steep and rugged sections Map: Lane Cove River Limit: 12. View

28 Mar, Sun				Helensburgh Long Circuit
Grade:3/6		Length	18km	450m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
Commence with a short steep climb from the station followed with a long gradual descent on a variety of un-named tracks paralleling the Burgh Track. Cross the Hacking River and ascend on the Burgh Track to Garawarra Farm. Follow the cliff track and descend the Lilyvale Track. Locate and follow the Karingal and Red Cedar Tracks to again cross the Hacking River. Ascend a steep, short off-track section and follow a variety of tracks back to the station. Relaxed pace. River crossings, slippery conditions, cliff edges. Location: Garrawarra State Conservation Area and Royal NP Map: Appin 90291S and Otford 91294S View

28 Mar, Sun 9:30AM				Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 20 Otford to Garie Beach
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	350m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Co-Leader Kevin Cliffe. 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. Today we walk from Otford to Garie Beach. Always wanted to do the Coast Track but 28 km and 900 m elevation in one day is not your cup of tea? This is your chance to do it in 3 sections with public transport option. Otford to Garie Beach. Catch the train to Otford station, walk to Garie Beach  Catch the shuttle to Sutherland at end of walk. Ask leader for payment details for group booking. swimming opportunities   Bundeena to Shoalhavens Steep and slippery sections. Location: Otford Map: Royal NP Limit: 12. View

29 Mar, Mon				Rhodes to Concord West via Olympic Park
Grade:2/6		Length	10km	100m	Sydney Branch
Ian B.
We are walking around the beautiful foreshores of Homebush Bay to Olympic Park where we will visit Shipwreck Lookout, climb Big Marker and do the Brickpit Circuit, amongst other things, before returning to Concord West Station. This walk will mainly be on paved surfaces. Some road crossings. Location: Sydney Olympic Park Map: Parramatta River 91303N Limit: 15. View

29 Mar, Mon 8:42AM				Springwood to Springwood
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	300m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
(Updated Details) Original walk changed due to flood damage. Birdwood Gully, Springwood cemetery, Deanie Reserve.  Some road walking as well as bush tracks.  Maintain Covid distancing. Rough, steep parts, hills up and down. Slippery after rain. Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 15. View

30 Mar, Tue 9:30AM				River walks – Berrima
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	300m	Southern Highlands Branch
Mike M
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Follow along the river track circuit.  Return to cars and proceed to Quarry Walk and Berrima Weir.   Some off track. Track may be muddy following recent rains Location: Berrima Map: Mittagong 89292S Limit: 18. View

31 Mar, Wed				Beyond Nirvana Caves
Grade:5/6		Length	12km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Park at GR 727 932 on Mountain Lagoon Road. Walk north along Nirvana Ridge on an old fire trail, then off-track to Nirvana Caves. Next, traverse underneath the cliff line to the south-west, then south, looking for more caves. The exit point back to Nirvana Ridge will depend on available time. Once on top, follow the ridge back to the car. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View

31 Mar, Wed				Fortress Ridge and Lockleys Pylon
Grade:4/6		Length	15km	600m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Postponed) Joint leader Sheila Walker. Park some cars at the end of the walk, drive back along Mt Hay Rd and start at the corner of Mt Hay Road and Fortress Ridge Trail, 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 Mt Hay Road. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings, scrambling uphill on indistinct track and possible fallen trees across track. Location: Blue Mountains Limit: 15. View

31 Mar, Wed				Mount York and Lockyers Track Head loop walk
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	360m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Fully Booked) Starting from the car park at the junction of Mt York Road and the Nature Walk, walk along the track alongside Mt York Road to Bardens Lockout, Mt York and then along the Nature Walk to Lockyers Track Head, Hartley Vale and continue along the track back to the car park. Mount York was the point where Blaxland, Lawson and Wentworth viewed the Hartley Valley and the ‘west’ for the first time during their successful crossing of the Blue Mountains in 1813. Muddy, steep and slippery sections. Location: Mount Victoria Limit: 15. View

31 Mar, Wed 8:50AM				Olympic Park: Concord West to Meadowbank
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	5m	Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Marilyn C.
Olympic Park: from Concord West via Brickpit, Wentworth Common, Waterbird Refuge and Badu Mangroves to Rhodes then Meadowbank. Start at Concord West Station, walk various pathways in Sydney Olympic Park, then walk back to Meadowbank Station via Rhodes Corso. Enjoy a variety of environments in Olympic Park, including the Brickpit ring walk, home of the Golden Bell Frog, Wentworth Common, the Waterbird Refuge – stilts, ducks, black swans - and Badu Mangroves. Walk out at Rhodes and along the Corso, across Meadowbank Railway Bridge and finish at Meadowbank Station. sydneyolympicpark.com.au COVID bookings required. Email your mobile, emergency contact and membership numbers. Streets and tracks. Slips, trips and falls. Limit: 12. View

1 Apr, Thu				Heathcote to Sutherland
Grade:3/6		Length	18km	500m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
From Heathcote Station follow paths and tracks to the Pipeline Track. Continue along the Pipeline crossing Heathcote Rd to find a steep track descending to the Woronora River. Follow a faint track along the river and ascend to the upper escarpment. Continue along cliff edge with good views of the river. Descend the Pass of Sabugal, cross the river and continue along the Pipeline. Follow various trails and tracks to Sutherland Station. Relaxed pace. Lots of ups and downs. River crossings, cliff edges, slippery, loose rocky sections. Location: Heathcote NP Map: Port Hacking 91294N and Campbelltown 90291N View

1 Apr, Thu 9:00AM				National Poetry Month
Grade:2/6		Length	5km	100m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
We have entered National Poetry Month (see https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/poetry-month/) and what better place to be inspired than the coast of Royal National Park. Bring along a poem and share with others, meander around the coast and record your impressions. Bring a notepad or a camera or a sketchbook. Who cares! This is to be inspired. Return home, produce your own poem, share it.... let's make this an annual day. Location: Royal NP Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 12. View

1 Apr, Thu				Potts Point – Elizabeth Bay – Edgecliff
Grade:1/6		Length	5km		Sydney Branch
Sandra C.
Walk Victoria Road and view terrace houses, saved by the 1970s green movement, circle back to 1813 Rockwell House, and 1831 Tusculum. Then onto the area that boasts the highest concentration of Art Deco architecture in Australia. Next to Elizabeth Bay and view buildings listed by the NSW State Heritage. Mainly flat walk with an easy climb to Edgecliff Interchange for return to city. COVID-19 safe numbers. View

2 Apr, Fri 10:00AM				Neighbourhood walk No 11: Meadowbank to Rhodes
Grade:2/6		Length	11km	60m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Nearly fully booked) Leader will be Kevin Cliffe; "neighbourhood series" will be led by walkers in the vicinity of where they live. Today we walk from Meadowbank to Rhodes. Different lunch  options available. From Meadowbank station proceed via Meadowbank Park, Parramatta Valley River Walk to Melrose Park and Ermington. We pass Casuarinas and Mangroves and George Kendall Riverside Park, and continue to Silverwater. Crossing Parramatta River, we continue on the River Walk via Wilson Park, Blaxland Riverside Park, Newington Armory and Parklands and Waterbird sanctuary. Passing Olympic Park ferry wharf, we cross the new bridge into Rhodes and finish at the station. Energetic walkers can continue and explore Bicentennial Park and Olympic Park.   Limit: 18. View

2 Apr, Fri 9:45AM				Patonga to Wondabyne
Grade:4/6		Length	20km	700m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
Travel by train to Woy Woy, bus to Patonga to start the walk. Steep climb up to the escapement with great views, several tracks including the Tunnet Trail, Mt Wondabyne Fire Trail, passing Mt Wondabyne Campsite and Mt Wondabyne, then Thommos Loop Track, Kariong Brook Falls and down the Rifle Range Fire trail to Wondabyne Station. Steep and slippery sections and creek crossings. Limit: 15. View

2-5 Apr, Fri (08:30AM)-Mon (15:00PM)				The Gardens of Stone Traverse
Grade:4/6		Length	24km	1,200m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Newnes - Mt Dawson - Collett Gap - Woolpack Rock - Hughes defile - Point Cameron - Cape Horn. This will be a 4 day full pack walk far from the maddening crowds of Easter to an area of wild rugged beauty full of complex ridge systems, a multitude of pagodas, superlative views and comfortable campsites with the odd camp cave thrown in. Gaze at the stars at night and warm yourselves around the campfire and enjoy the splendid isolation of this rarely visited area not all that far from Sydney's doorstep. People interested in this walk should be used to offtrack walking. Rock scrambling and off-track walking. Location: Wollemi NP and Gardens of Stone NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S View

3 Apr, Sat				Blakehurst to Brighton-Le-Sands
Grade:2/6		Length	9km		Macarthur Branch
Lyn C
Moderate pace. Blakehurst to Brighton-Le-Sands via Todd Park, Carss Bush Park Reserve, Kogarah Bay, Beverley Park, Ramsgate, Scarborough Park, Bicentennial Park, Brighton-Le-Sands. Break off points. Water views, reserves, street walking (mostly quiet). Mostly flat. Some ups and downs, steps and uneven surfaces. Mostly formed paths and grassy reserves. Limit: 12. View

4 Apr, Sun 8:30AM				Box Vale Track
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	200m	Illawarra Branch
Col M.
Starting at Welby, follow the Box Vale track, an old rail link from a disused coal mine to the Nattai Gorge Lookout. Visit 40 Foot Falls on a side track on return. Limit: 16. View

4 Apr, Sun 8:30AM				Griffins Fire Trail
Grade:3/6		Length	15km	250m	Illawarra Branch
Col M.
(Cancelled) Cancelled as fire trail closed. A replacement walk will be posted soon. Starting at Jacks Corner, follow Griffins Fire Trail, crossing Yarrunga Creek to Crankeys Creek and lunch at Griffins Farm clearing, return by the same route. Location: Kangaroo Valley Map: Kangaroo Valley 9028-4S Limit: 16. View

5 Apr, Mon 9:06AM				Red Gum Park
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	350m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked) Explore Red Gum Park, Minnatonka Falls and South Bullaburra. Old track and infrastructure. Metal spikes a trip hazard on old wooden stairs. Creek crossings. Steep loose sections. Some off-track. Location: Bullaburra Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 16. View

6 Apr, Tue 9:30AM				4 Views – Moolatoo Trig Fire Trail.
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	400m	Southern Highlands Branch
Joan L.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Moolatoo Trig Fire Trail winds through forest.  There are 4 separate cliff edge sites with dramatic views over Shoalhaven Gorge towards Ettrema Wilderness. Unfenced cliffs. Sandstone rock can fracture and crumble without warning. Location: Morton NP Map: Burrier 89282N Limit: 15. View

6 Apr, Tue 10:00AM				The basin at Palm Beach: walk and water activities
Grade:2/6		Length	6km	200m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) 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. After beach activities which include swimming, snorkelling, standup paddle, and kayaking, return to your car or on the ferry. The walking distance will be about 6km with 200m elevation if you walk from West Head Road. There will be very little walk if you arrive by ferry and return by ferry. Alternatively, you can do a self guided walk from the basin to West Head Road and back to the basin(6km 200m elevation).  In your RSVP, please state if you will be going by ferry or driving. Hazards associated with beach activities. Slippery sections. Map: Palm Beach Limit: 8. View

7 Apr, Wed 9:45AM				Asgard Swamp and Victoria Falls
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	650m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Fully Booked) Travel by car from Mt Victoria Station to the start of the Asgard Swamp Track along Victoria Falls Road. Walk along the track to Asgard Head Lookout, the old mine and coke oven, Thor Head Lookout and return to Victoria Falls Road. Drive on to the end of the road and walk down the track passing Narrow Neck Lookout, Grose Valley Lookout, Victoria Falls Cascade and Victoria Fall. Return along the track to the parked cars. Steep, slippery, and muddy sections. Creek crossings. Location: Mt Victoria Limit: 15. View

7 Apr, Wed				Redledge Pass
Grade:4/6		Length	12km	650m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Cancelled) Joint leader Sheila Walker. From Narrow Neck Track head down a natural pass on a late 1800s miner's route. The track leads down to the old Glen Shale Mine from where there is an old overgrown tram line which connects to the Devils Hole Track and the climb to the chock stone at the finish of the Devils Hole. Car shuttle will be required. Please let me know if you are driving. Steep and slippery sections, rock scrambling, some narrow exposed ledges, steep descent and creek crossings. Location: Katoomba Limit: 15. View

8 Apr, Thu 10:00AM				Exploratory walk Topham Track to Camp Z at Refuge Bay
Grade:4/6		Length	5km	200m	Sydney Branch
Bob Rankin
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Exploratory walk. Topham Track then off-track to Waterfall Beach in Refuge Bay. Water taxi to America Bay for return. Slippery, scrambling, off-track walking. Location: West Head Limit: 3. View

8 Apr, Thu				The Southern Shores of Sydney Harbour
Grade:2/6		Length	7km		Sydney Branch
Sue W
Watsons Bay and South Head. Steps, tracks and some roads. Location: Sydney Harbour NP Map: Sydney Harbour National Park View

9 Apr, Fri 9:27AM				Neighbourhood walk no 12: Bobbin Head via Warrimoo Track and return via Bobbin Head Trail
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	240m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Nearly fully booked) Leader: Heather Lakiss. Sphinx Memorial to Bobbin Head Loop Track. The walk leads along Warrimoo Track, which winds through thick mangroves. Keep an eye out for the Aboriginal middens as you walk – these unique heritage sites are testament to the bountiful food supplies enjoyed by the Aboriginal people of this region. Walk to Empire Marina Bobbin Head and historic Halvorsen’s boatshed before arriving at Bobbin Head. Return via Bobbin Head trail past open forests of smooth-barked apple gum and red bloodwoods. Limit: 14. View

10 Apr, Sat 8:57AM				Kiama to Gerringong
Grade:2/6		Length	17km	100m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
One of the classic coastal walks of NSW and a must for summer as along the way I plan to swim at a number of the beaches we pass, which include Kendells, Easts, Loves Bay and finally Werri Beach. So bring the swimmers, blockout, sunhat and towel and enjoy our cruise along the littoral zone. Location: Kiama Coast Map: Kiama 90281S View

11 Apr, Sun 9:34AM				Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 21
Grade:4/6		Length	10km	400m	Illawarra Branch
Helen W.
Co-Leader: Bob Rankin. 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.   As part of Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads, we walk from Otford to Stanwell Park through the old railway tunnel from Otford. This is 1.5k long and very dark, so you need two good lights, eg a headlamp and and torch , Stanwell Park Beach, Stanwell Creek, Wodi Wodi Track  and possibly Kelly's Falls.   Social distancing, sanitizer, mask. Steep and slippery sections, some rock clambering. Map: Otford 91294S Limit: 12. View

12 Apr, Mon 9:10AM				Hassans Walls
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	300m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Eskbank Track to Braceys Lookout, Hassans Walls and return to Lithgow. Fire trails and roads shared with cars. Location: Lithgow Map: Lithgow 89313S Limit: 16. View

12 Apr, Mon 9:00AM				The Ponds Walk: Carlingford to Rydalmere
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	290m	Sydney Branch
John H.
(Date Changed) We start our walk at Mobbs Hill and make our way following the Ponds and the Subiaco Creeks most of their way to the Parramatta River. We finish at Rydalmere. There is a total climb of 99 metres and a descent of 191 metres, so it is mainly downhill. We are walking through the land of the Wallumedda clan of the Darug people. Location: Parramatta Map: The Ponds Walk Parramatta City Council Limit: 15. View

13 Apr, Tue 9:30AM				Les Lambert Lookout
Grade:3/6		Length	9.5km	300m	Southern Highlands Branch
Joan L.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Walk through the locked gate at the entrance to Budderoo National Park and follow the Hindmarch Pass track until reaching an unmarked track to the left which leads to Les Lambert Lookout.  This provides a lovely lunch place among the rocks with wonderful views into Upper Kangaroo Valley Hazards: Rough track, fallen trees, unfenced cliffs and steep ascent/descent Location: Budderoo National Park Map: Kangaroo Valley 9028-4S Limit: 20. View

14 Apr, Wed 10:00AM				Artarmon to Northbridge via Tunks Park
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	80m	Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Gerald H.
Artarmon to Northbridge (Clive Park) via Tunks Park. Streets, paths and a little bush. Some climbing. Slow pace especially on hills. Return to city by bus. Mandatory: Contact leader for booking by text message or email. Bush and street walking. Slips and trips. Location: Garigal NP Limit: 12. View

14 Apr, Wed 8:40AM				Cowan to Berowra via Berowra Waters
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	600m	Southern Sydney Branch
Paul L.
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. Walk maybe cancelled if very wet weather is forecast. The descent to Berowra Creek has difficult sections with vertical steps on metal footholds. The track up to Berowra has some steep sections that require a reasonable level of fitness.   Hazards: Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings. Location: Berowra Valley NP Map: Berowra Limit: 15. View

15 Apr, Thu				Narrabeen Lagoon
Grade:2/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Sue W
Around the lagoon, a large estuary system and wildlife haven. Our journey around Narrabeen Lagoon goes through beautiful ecosystems, abundant of flora and fauna, cultural heritage and historical icons. Booking is mandatory. Map: Narrabeen Lake Limit: 10. View

16 Apr, Fri				Drip Rock, Clews Cave, Island Mountain and the Colo
Grade:5/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Park at the end of Drip Rock Trail and make our way via several ridges to Clews Cave. From there, ascend Island Mountain, then descend to the Colo. Walk up a tributary to the north east and climb back up. Walk back to the vehicle. About 10 km. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Colo Heights 90313N View

16 Apr, Fri 10:15AM				Neighbourhood Walk No 13: Cockatoo Island
Grade:2/6		Length	5km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Bob Rankin
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Known in the Dharug language as Wareamah, meaning ‘Women’s land’, Cockatoo Island is a former convict penal establishment and naval shipyard, located in the heart of Sydney Harbour... Cockatoo Island is a source of intrigue and inspiration for visitors owing to its heritage buildings, distinctive terrain and panoramic views. Popular attractions include heritage and campground accommodation, waterfront cafés and picnic spots. We meet at Cockatoo Island wharf at 10:15 am. There are some steep stairs. A rough estimate of length is 5 km, including a walk to a pub in Balmain for lunch after catching a ferry from Cockatoo Island to Balmain after touring the island. Please advise if you will be having lunch with us on RSVP. Steep and slippery sections Location: Cocakatoo Island Map: Sydney Harbour Limit: 16. View

17 Apr, Sat				Airly Turret and the Clifftops to the East
Grade:5/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Find out why this area, part of the Gardens of Stone region, must be protected for future generations. Leave one vehicle at Airly Mountain and drive to Airly Gap. Climb towards Airly Turret, approaching it from the west, then explore the turret and its slots. Continue east through dissected terrain of pagodas and ravines until we join the road which will take us down to the first car. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N View

17 Apr, Sat				Bellambi to Fairy Meadow
Grade:2/6		Length	8km		Macarthur Branch
Lyn C
Moderate pace. Bellambi Harbour and Lagoon – Corrimal Beach – Towradgi Beach – Thomas Dalton Park – Fairy Meadow. Ocean and lagoon views. Mostly level on formed paths and grassy reserves. Quiet street walking. Option of some beach walking. Limit: 12. View

17 Apr, Sat 2:00PM				Brokers Nose Traverse | Slow paced and easy going
Grade:2/6					Illawarra Branch
Jenae J.
The walk can be a (little) steep in sections so ideally some average fitness will assist - however we are going to be taking it very slow! This walk will be ideal for people a bit worried to take on a group walk because of their fitness, we are going to take it very slow, stopping often and taking it very easy so we all enjoy the walk without fear of being too slow or too unfit. A classic Wollongong walk to our most iconic peak. An easy paced walk taking you through various types of bushland with sneaky peaks to the Illawarra below. The walk meanders through creek beds and scrub with opportunities to spot wildlife and interesting plant life. This is a family-friendly walk, so book a family ticket and bring the kids. There is a significant cliff section, so only bring kids that are old enough to follow strict direction - ie. this is not a terrible two friendly walk. We will be taking our time taking in the sites and a chance to meet new people. If you like to take photos, there are some terrific photo opportunities available and a great chance to have an epic shot at the summit - I can help here for the perfect social media photo! In the event of rain the walk will still go ahead but may be modified to suit the conditions.  Cliff, snakes. Limit: 16. View

17 Apr, Sat 10:30AM				Bungoona Lookout
					Southern Sydney Branch
Gary S.
As part of the Australian Heritage Festival this walk is organised by Sydney Tramway Museum and National Parks Association. The opportunity to learn about the flora and fauna around the Bungoona Path area during walks led by members of the National Parks Association, Sydney Branch. Easy walk on concrete path, approx. 50 minutes for the round walk from start to finish. The guides will meet the tram from Loftus at the R.N.P. Terminus. Last guided walk starts after arrival of tram around 2:25pm. Wear flat shoes and a hat, bring water and a light snack. Toilets at nearby car park. Trams leave Sydney Tramway Museum, Loftus, first heading northwards towards Sutherland hourly from 10am until 3pm, then on return to Museum, departs at 15 minutes past the hour for The Royal National Park, arriving at the terminus there approx. 7 minutes later. Departure from The Royal National Park is from 10:30am then hourly, with last tram at 3:30pm, terminating at the Museum. Travel on the tram is for holders of the all-inclusive Day Ticket ($20, $15, $10) or return Parklink Ticket - $6 Adult, $4 conc./child. More info at https://www.sydneytramwaymuseum.com.au/ Location: Royal NP View

17 Apr, Sat 10:00AM				Heritage festival
Grade:1/6					Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
NO need to RSVP. As part of the Heritage Festival, The Tramway Museum will have trams running from the Museum to RNP terminus. Most of the 3.5-kilometre tramline winds through the bush. The timetabled departure from the Tramway Museum is 10:15am then hourly until 4:15pm, with return departure from RNP terminus from 10:30am then hourly until 3:30pm. From the RNP terminus, it is a short stroll to the Bungoona Lookout. A further kilometre’s downhill walk along the Honeymoon Track brings you to the picturesque Audley weir, Weir Cafe and National Park Visitors Centre. Guided walks will be offered by leaders from NPA. Map: NPWS Royal NP View

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