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1 May, Sat 8:31AM				Firefly Point via Galaxies Gully
Grade:5/6		Length	11km	750m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
A fascinating walk full of pagodas to climb, overhangs and gullies to investigate and all within a short distance of Newnes. Lots of possibilities for exploring so a sense of adventure is a requisite! I've graded this walk a 5 due to the off-track nature and because of the rock scrambling. Rock scrambling/off-track walking. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S and Mount Morgan 89311S View

1 May, Sat				Meadowbank to Cabarita
Grade:2/6					Macarthur Branch
Lyn C
Moderate pace. Meadowbank to Cabarita Wharf via John Whitton pedestrian bridge, Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway, Yaralla House, Dame Eadith Walker Estate, rose garden, private driveway to Nullawarra Road, Majors Bay Reserve, Breakfast Point. Break off points. River views. Reserves. A little street walking. Ups and downs. Mostly on formed paths. Some rough surface tracks which could be slippery if wet. Limit: 12. View

2 May, Sun 7:45AM				Great North Walk: Wondabyne to Mooney Mooney
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	420m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Fully Booked) Joint leader, Sheila Walker. The Great North Walk is a 250 km walk from Sydney to Newcastle along bush tracks. The Sydney to Wondabyne walks were completed in 2019. This section is from the Wondabyne Station to the Old Moony Mooney Bridge. There will be a car shuttle between Hawkesbury River Station and the Old Mooney Mooney Bridge (45 mins return), and participants must come in a car with no more than the driver and 1 passenger. The walk will start at Wondabyne Station after a train ride from Hawkesbury River Station. Rough track, rocks, steep and slippery sections, creek crossings Location: Brisbane Water NP Map: Brisbane Waters National Park Limit: 20. View

2 May, Sun				Lawson to Wentworth Falls
Grade:4/6		Length	10km	620m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
Lots of steep sections along this route negotiating four valleys. Part of the old Bruce’s walk with creek crossings and eroded tracks in places. Relaxed pace. Loose rocks and gravel, creek crossings, slippery sections. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Katoomba 89301S View

2 May, Sun 9:52AM				Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 23 Austinmer to Corrimal
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	150m	Illawarra Branch
Helen W.
(Nearly fully booked) 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, 660 km in total. As part of Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads, we will walk from Austinmer to Corrimal stations. From Austinmer we climb to the escarpment foothills and walk the Gibson track to Thirroul. Descending through streets and parks we stop at the DH Lawrence Reserve next to the house where the author wrote Kangaroo. From there we follow the coastal cycleway through the Sandon Pt Aboriginal Place, beaches and headlands to Bellambi Dunes, a rare natural dune system on a much modified coastline. Finally we follow Towradgi Creek from its estuary to Corrimal station. Limit: 15. View

3 May, Mon 9:40AM				Darri Track, St Ives
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	200m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
This walk takes the Darri track following the bush along the headwaters of Cowan Creek to the junction with the Warrimoo track.  After skirting behind some houses in St Ives Chase it joins the fire trail which heads steeply down to cross Ku-Ring-Gai Creek before it climbs out to  Kitchener St, St Ives and finally to Mona Vale Rd. Creek crossings, slippery when wet.    Location: Kuring-gai Chase NP Limit: 14. View

3 May, Mon 8:50AM				Sassafras Ridge
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	400m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked) Because of access issues the first part of the walk has been changed. We follow the Victory Track to Numantia Creek and on to Numantia Falls. Then visit top of Falls before climbing up to kangaroo ridge. Follow ridge down to Sassafras Creek. Exit via Sassafras Gully Rd to Springwood. Some off-track. Some steep loose track. Some rock scrambling. Creek crossings. Location: Faulconbridge Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 16. View

4 May, Tue 9:30AM				Mt Murray to bottom of Macquarie Pass
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	300m	Southern Highlands Branch
Joan L.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Walk from the top of Macquarie Pass near Mt Murray down through a gap in the escarpment then down a series of old trails and a service road to the bottom of Macquarie Pass. Hazards: Steep, rough, uneven ground, overgrown tracks, tree fall, often off track. Illawarra Highway is crossed a number of times. Location: Macquarie Pass National Park Map: Robertson 9028-4N Limit: 20. View

4 May, Tue				Warrimoo to Springwood
Grade:3/6		Length	18km	600m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
From Station follow roads to Florabella Pass. Descend to cross Glenbrook Creek and ascend the Bullant Track. Meet the St Helena Fire Trail and visit the Lost World and Bunyan Lookouts. Descend the Kings Link Track crossing Glenbrook Creek again. Ascend to Springwood visiting Perch Ponds, Martins and Magdala Falls along the way. Relaxed pace. Cliff edges, creek crossings, loose rocks and slippery conditions. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Springwood 90304S View

5 May, Wed				Edgecliff – Paddington – Edgecliff
Grade:1/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
Sandra C.
Stroll Paddington streets and lanes, past Victorian terrace houses, galleries, churches, heritage-listed buildings, and many corner public houses. Mainly flat walk with some gentle ups and downs. COVID safe numbers. Return to city from Edgecliff interchange. View

5 May, Wed 9:45AM				Huntleys Point Ferry Wharf to Epping Road via Boronia/ Buffalo/ Magdala Park
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	130m	Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Fritz W.
Walk from Huntleys Point Ferry Terminal to Epping Road via Boronia/ Buffalo/ Magdala Park. Walk is part of the Great North Walk. "Bring your walking stick" because there are lots of ups and downs and some steep bush paths. Ring Leader Fritz Wehrmann 0418 990 167 for booking. steep bush paths Location: Lane Cove National Park Limit: 12. View

6 May, Thu				Asgard Swamp and surrounds
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	400m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
A pleasant scenic walk to Asgard Swamp, Thor Head, historic kiln and Asgard Lookout. Spectacular views throughout. Cars required, leader will arrange transport from Blackheath Station. Cliff edges, loose rocks and slippery conditions. Location: Blue Mountains NP View

6 May, Thu				Rydalmere – Meadowbank
Grade:1/6		Length	7km		Sydney Branch
Sandra C.
Flat walk along the foreshore path of the Parramatta River. We will view the HMAS AE2 monument, aka the Silent ANZAC - 25 April 1915 this submarine navigated the Dardanelles and reached the Sea of Marmara. Covid safe numbers. Location: Parramatta River View

7-14 May, Fri (18:00PM)-Fri (17:00PM)				Great North Walk: Mooney Mooney to Newcastle
Grade:4/6		Length	150km		Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Fully Booked) Joint leader, Sheila Walker (sheila.walker08@gmail.com). The Great North Walk is a 250 km walk from Sydney to Newcastle along bush tracks. The Sydney to Wondabyne walks were completed in 2019. Section 1 from Wondabyne is on 2 May 2021. Sections 2 to 8 will be continuous day walks from Saturday, 08 May to Friday, 14 May 2021 staying overnight en-route; at farm stay for 2 to 4 nights, possibly staying at a cabin site for 2 nights, in a pub/hotel for 2 nights and at a caravan park for 1 night. To start the walk, all walkers will assemble at Misty Mountain Farm Stay site by nightfall on Friday, 07 May for an early start on Saturday, 08 May. Car shuffles will be required for all sections and participants will need to come in a car with no more than 1 other participant. Daily walks range from 11 km to 20 km and the walk rating are 3 and 4. Rough track, steep, rough, rocky and slippery sections, creek crossings, fallen trees and unfenced cliffs. Location: Brisbane Water NP and Watagans NP Limit: 16. View

7 May, Fri 5:46AM				Potos Wall and Cave
Grade:5/6					Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Leave one car at Hanlons Road North and drive another one to GR 716 925 on Mountain Lagoon Road. From the second car, take Potos Ridge NW towards Tootie Creek. Visit Potos Cave 1 on the way down, followed by Potos Wall to the west of the descent ridge. Climb out of Potos Creek to visit Potos Cave 2. Next, cross the creek westwards and use East Ridge to descend into the Tootie Creek and Back Creek junction. Walk upstream on Back Creek, all the way to Hanlons Road North. About 6 km. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View

7 May, Fri 1:30PM				Social lunch
Grade:1/6		Length	2km	30m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Fully Booked) Jeff's proposed walk "Castle Crag: Haroid reed and North Arm" was so popular.  We could not accept all the RSVPs.  To many's disappoinment, we have to postpone it due to bad weather.  As a consolation, we will gather for lunch to kill our boredom. Venue will be decided by popular vote tomorrow. It will be somewhere in the vicinity of Chatswood Station. Slippery and wet roads Location: Chatswood Map: Chatswood Limit: 7. View

8 May, Sat 8:30AM				Baal Bone Ridge exploration
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	300m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Between Ball Bone Point and Baal Bone Gap is a ridge full of fantastic rock formations many of which resemble animals, a boot and well anything your imagination can conjure up! On this walk I intend to photograph and seek out as many of these formations as possible in a leisurely pace. However there might be some tape work involved so be prepared for off-track walking as we explore this marvellous area. Rock scrambling and off-track walking. Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S View

8 May, Sat				Cronulla to Fox Studios
		Length	62km		Sydney Branch
Rob G.
(Date Changed) 62 km return, starting from Sharkies, Cronulla to Fox Studios and return. A flat and easy ride with mainly bike paths and bike lanes, some quiet roads. Lunch at Fox Studios Markets or BYO and a chance to look at the market stalls. Limited numbers, must contact leader. No helmet no go! View

8 May, Sat 9:31AM				Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 19 Wattamolla to Garie Beach
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	300m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Fully Booked) 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 Wattamolla 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. Catch the 8am shuttle from Sutherland Station to Wattamolla, arriving 9:15 am. Walk to Garie Beach and catch the shuttle at 2:00 pm back to Sutherland. Day fare is $18. Ask leader for payment details for group booking. Bundeena to Shoalhavens Steep and slippery sections. Location: Royal NP Map: Royal National Park Sketch Map Limit: 12. View

9 May, Sun 8:30AM				Forest Walk
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	200m	Illawarra Branch
Col M.
Starting at Maddens Plains, walk on tracks through a variety of forests to lunch overlooking Stanwell Park and return. Coastal and escarpment views. Location: Illawarra Escarpment Limit: 16. View

9 May, Sun				Guided bushwalks in the footsteps of Leichhardt
					Branch
General Community Event
Retrace the famous explorer Ludwig Leichhardt's remarkable 1843 journey to Mt Royal (50km north of Singleton) with Martin from nearby Callicoma Hill Eco-cabins, who has researched Leichhardt’s eventful but scarcely known visit. Leichhardt left a legacy of plant collection, natural history insight & detailed scientific observations that Martin will bring to life in this beautiful place which has remained largely unchanged in 170 years. Join a small group on a hard, steep 4 hour Sunday morning walk, or the afternoon easier 2-hour rainforest meander. Accommodation is available at nearby Callicoma Hill: bush camping ($15pppn), 10 bed bunkhouse or 3 bedroom eco-cabin - see www.calli.com.au. Martin and Jan are members of NPA and provide a Members Benefit Discount at Callicoma Hill Eco-cabins. Details & tickets at www.trybooking.com/BOACS. Bookings are essential. Location: Mount Royal NP and Hunter Valley View

10 May, Mon 9:00AM				A Wise wander
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	150m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
The walk in along the Wises Track has some delightful by ways, especially out onto Karani Ridge, and at this time of the year the banksias look delightful. Come and enjoy the autumn heath Location: Royal National Park Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 12. View

10 May, Mon 10:15PM				Palm Beach and Barrenjoey Lighthouse
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	200m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
This walk takes the “Stairway to Heaven” at Palm Beach, climbing from the Pittwater side of the Palm Beach peninsula to the ocean side. After following the beach north it heads up the Barrenjoey headland to the lighthouse returning to water level. The climbs are rewarded with 360-degree views over the peninsula, Pittwater, Broken Bay and the eastern coastline. Steps. Map: Palm Beach Limit: 14. View

10 May, Mon 9:22AM				Ruined Castle
Grade:3/6		Length	15km	500m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Updated Details) Scenic World bus stop to Golden Stairs. Walk to Ruined Castle. Take Federal Pass and Furber Steps back to Katoomba. Plenty of steps. Steep, rough sections. Some optional rock scrambling. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba 89301S and Jamison 89302N Limit: 16. View

11 May, Tue 9:45AM				Cycle four tidal canals and one greenway
					Sydney Branch
Rob G.
Cycle four tidal canals and one greenway and a network of creek-side cycling trails, unearthing some of Sydney's secretive canals that lead to the Cooks River. A site seeing tour, approximately 35 kms return. Starting and finishing at Wolli Creek Railway Station, returning approx. 3:30pm. Bring water, sunscreen, morning tea. Lunch at local Thai Restaurant in Newtown or BYO. Meeting 9:45am for a 10am start, must contact leader. Limited numbers. No helmet no go! View

11 May, Tue 9:30AM				Hoddles Track – Saddleback Mountain
Grade:4/6		Length	6km	500m	Southern Highlands Branch
Ian G.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) The walk commences at the top of Saddleback Mountain and descends steeply before ascending to Hoddles Track.  The track leads along the cliff face and ascends up to enter Barron Grounds.  The lunch spot provides beautiful views down to the coast. Hazards:  Rough track, very steep descents and ascents, slippery rocks and unfenced cliff edges Map: Kiama 90281S Limit: 20. View

11 May, Tue				Stanwell Park to Waterfall
Grade:3/6		Length	20km	550m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
Follow a gradual descent from Stanwell Park Station. Ascend a steep track to Bald Hill, Stanwell Tops. Follow Coast Track to Burning Palms then ascend the Burgh Track to meet Bolo Ridge. Follow ridge sometimes on a faint track to meet Lady Carrington Drive. Follow Forest Island, Couranda and Uloola Tracks to Waterfall Station. Creek crossings, slippery with loose rocky sections. Location: Royal NP View

12 May, Wed 8:30AM				3 Peaks Tour de Bowral
Grade:4/6		Length	20km	600m	Southern Highlands Branch
Ian G.
(Nearly fully booked) A great circuit walk climbing three major local peaks. We will enjoy the Autumn colours in the villages of Bowral, Mittagong & Welby and the views from the summits of Mt Gibraltar, Mt Alexandra & Mt Gibbergunyah (90 Acre Hill). Rough track, unfenced edges, slippery rocks, creek/river crossings, bites, stings, wet feet, environmental conditions. Location: bowral Map: Mittagong 8929-2S Limit: 20. View

12 May, Wed 10:00AM				Circular Quay to Taronga Wharf
Grade:3/6		Length	8km	180m	Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Gerald H.
Circular Quay to Taronga Wharf. Walk around Circular Quay, over the bridge and then follow paths, roads and some trails via Neutral Bay and Mosman wharf to Taronga Wharf. Then take ferry back to Circular Quay. Some uphill. Contact Leader Gerald Holder for booking. Some steep bush paths with steps. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Map: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 12. View

12 May, Wed 11:30AM				Walkers lunch
					Sydney Branch
(Mal’s Group) Mal
Catch up and social lunch at O'Donoghues Irish Pub, Emu Plains. View

13 May, Thu 9:00AM				Bola Creek Nature Ramble
Grade:2/6		Length	7km	100m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
This is a gentle morning stroll to explore nature and record what's there. Possible leaches so be warned but bring a camera Location: Royal National Park Map: Otford 91294S Limit: 12. View

14 May, Fri 9:30AM				Neighbourhood Walk No 16 : Thornleigh to Hornsby
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	230m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Nearly fully booked) Leader will be Brad Sichter. Today we will walk from Thornleigh to Hornsby. Starting at Thornleigh Station with a little local history, we will head west along the Great North Walk before diverting through Westleigh and then returning to the bush again on our way to Lisgar Gardens. Lisgar Gardens is a wonderful, secret garden hidden in the back streets of Hornsby. Spread across 6 acres, the garden packs a lot in with a little bit of something for everyone. Lisgar Gardens  are famous for their Camellias. There are around ninety varieties in the garden. Some steep and slippery sections, steep staircases and elevation changes. There are sixty Camellia Gardens of Excellence in the world, with the Camellia Gardens and Lisgar Gardens in Hornsby being the only two in NSW. steep staircase Location: Thornleigh Limit: 16. View

15 May, Sat				Coledale to Woonona
Grade:2/6		Length	9km		Macarthur Branch
Lyn C
Moderate pace. Coledale to Woonona via Coledale Beach, Shark Beach, Brickyard Point, Headlands Hotel, Bells Point, Austinmer Beach (local bus to outskirts of Thirroul, Opal card accepted), Thirroul Beach, McCauley’s Beach, Sandon Point, Bulli Beach. Ocean views, lots of ups and downs, steps, reserve walking, a little sand walking, street walking, mostly formed tracks and footpaths, some uneven and rough-surfaced tracks. Limit: 12. View

15 May, Sat 8:30AM				Traverse of the Gods
Grade:4/6		Length	9km	300m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Back by popular demand, The traverse of the Gods is a spectacular walk which follows a narrow ledge along Banks Wall, allowing the adventurous participant superb views of the Grose Valley and beyond. Rock scrambling and some off-track walking. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Mount Wilson 89301N View

16 May, Sun 10:00AM				Blackbutt Reserve nature walks and wildlife exhibits
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	250m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Fully Booked) Blackbutt Reserve occupies over 182 hectares of natural bushland providing visitors with the opportunity to enjoy nature trails, wildlife exhibits, or passive recreation. The Reserve's undulating natural environment is the perfect place to explore the wonders of nature with its peaceful picnic settings, wide open spaces and the diverse range of habitats and ecosystems. The modern and spacious wildlife exhbits provide close viewing of the various native animals on display. The exhibited animals and interpretative signage located along the boardwalk (both wheelchair and pram friendly) provide an opportunity for visitors to observe the fauna and learn about each species. Comprising Eucalypt Forest and pockets of significant remnant vegetation, Blackbutt Reserve boasts a restored rainforest providing habitats for a number of rare and vulnerable species. Map: Newcastle 92322S Limit: 3. View

16 May, Sun 10:25AM				Crossing the Blue Mountains: Section 4
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	500m	Sydney Branch
Stuart S.
(Fully Booked) We walk from Katoomba to Leura via Prince Henry Cliff Walk. Never-ending view of Mount Solitary and The Three sisters. We’ll visit many scenic points including Lady Darley Lookout, Kedumba View, Echo Point, Minnamurra Lookout, Honeymoon Lookout, Bridal Veil View, Leura Cascades, Olympian Rock and Gordon Falls Lookout. Steep and slipppery sections. Gortex boots an advantage. Walk will be cancelled in severe weather warning, bush fire warning or park closure. Please check your mailbox the night before to make sure walk is still on.  Map: Blue Mountains Limit: 15. View

16 May, Sun 5:00AM				Great North Walk: Warners Bay to Queens Wharf, Newcastle
Grade:3/6		Length	18km	300m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Fully Booked) Joint leader, Sheila Walker. The Great North Walk is a 250 km walk from Sydney to Newcastle along bush tracks. This is the final section of the walk ending at Newcastle and a celebratory beer at the pub. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings Location: Newcastle Map: Newcastle 92322S Limit: 20. View

16 May, Sun 10:30AM				Hobart Beach to Wallagoot Gap
Grade:3/6		Length	8km		Far South Coast Branch
Gabrielle T.
Walk in Bournda National Park from Hobart Beach to Wallagoot Gap. This is principally a beach walk along Wallagoot Beach. Lunch on Kangarutha Track. 3km beach walking. 1km rough track. Location: Bournda National Park View

17-23 May, Mon-Sun				Annual bush regeneration camp
					Mid North Coast Branch
Sue B.
Many hands needed for the annual bush regeneration camp based at beautiful Kylies Beach (near Laurieton). This year’s focus will be on rehabilitation of fire-affected areas. Contact Sue for full details. Location: Kylies Beach View

17 May, Mon 9:22AM				Catalina Raceway
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	350m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Walk around the old racing track and the newer Gully Walk. Then follow Kedumba River down through The Gully. Visit Katoomba Cascades, Reids Plateau and Round Walk with a side track to the base of the first drop of Katoomba Falls. Clay surfaces can be slippery if wet. Steep sections. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 16. View

17 May, Mon 10:00AM				Malabar to La Perouse
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	200m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
This walk follows the coastline south from Malabar Beach to the mouth of Botany Bay at La Perouse. It passes spectacular cliffs, headlands and beaches typical of Sydney’s ocean coast as well as golf courses and historical sites. We may be lucky to see the early whales on their migration north. Hazards: golf balls. Location: Botany Bay NP Map: Botany Bay 91303S and Edges Limit: 14. View

18 May, Tue 1:02AM				Heathcote Station circuit walk
		Length	16km	360m	Southern Sydney Branch
Helena S.
Lovely circuit walk from Heathcote Station to Heathcote Station. We shall go along Uloola Falls Track, then onto Karloo Pool and small off-track section along Kangaroo Creek up Bottle Forest Trail back to Heathcote Station. Moderate pace. Contact leader. Creek crossings, slippery surfaces. Map: Royal NP Limit: 10. View

18 May, Tue 9:30AM				Walls of Camelot – Hilltop
Grade:4/6		Length	13km	450m	Southern Highlands Branch
Margie
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) The track branches off the Nattai Ridge Road to follow a fence line to a track leading to magnificent sandstone cliffs.  The track then continues on to join the Rocky Water Holes track. Hazards:  Rough track, slippery creek crossings and scrambling up loose scree slopes. Location: Nattai NP Map: Hilltop 8929-2N Limit: 20. View

19 May, Wed 10:00AM				Lawson to Hazelbrook
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	400m	Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Fritz W.
Walk from Lawson to Hazelbrook. Lovely bush and  waterfalls. Slippery sections Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Blue Mountains Limit: 15. View

19 May, Wed 1:00AM				Winmalee circuit via Grose Head South
Grade:3/6		Length	16km	420m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
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 Station by bus. Slippery and muddy sections, creek crossings. Limit: 15. View

20 May, Thu 9:30AM				Minnamurra to Kiama coastal walk
Grade:2/6		Length	10km	400m	Illawarra Branch
Margaret C.
A coastal walk, including beaches and rock platforms, from Minnamurra to Kiama, via Bombo Headland for some whale watching and then onto Kiama Blowhole. Cliff edges, rock surfaces. Limit: 10. View

20 May, Thu				Paddington
Grade:1/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
Sandra C.
Stroll Paddington streets and lanes, past Victorian terrace houses, galleries, churches, heritage listed buildings and many corner public houses. Mainly flat walk with some gentle ups and downs. COVID safe numbers. Return to city from Edgecliff interchange. View

21 May, Fri				Bundeena to Balconies and Water Run and return
Grade:3/6		Length	6km	100m	Southern Sydney Branch
Gary S.
We will spend an hour at Balconies for morning tea to see if any whales pose for us… They are starting to move up the coast. Flowering Banksias might also bring in the honey eaters. To register contact Gary at gdschoer@bigpond.net.au and supply your phone number, emergency contact phone number and whether a member of NPA. If so and you know membership number, tell us. This is needed for paperless registration. We will do lunch around one at Bundeena Services Club. Limit: 10. View

21 May, Fri				Even more of The Labyrinth
Grade:6/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Park at Wolgan Road and go through Minotaur Lair to Point Sol and climb a high point at GR 422 232. Next, head north along the spur, then turn west and find a way down to the next level towards west at about GR 4200 2356. The idea is to explore the next 400 m of pagodas and slots, until 4160 E. Return via Ariadne Needles. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. About 10 km. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S View

21-26 May, Fri (15:00PM)-Wed (08:00AM)				Green Gully
Grade:5/6		Length	65km		Mid North Coast Branch
Tim F.
Challenging 4-day walk along the Green Gully Track staying in huts along the way. Original group of 4 now has 2 spots free due to last-minute dropouts. See link below for details.$150 per head. https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/the-green-gully-track Location: Oxley Wild Rivers NP Limit: 4. View

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