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26 May, Tue 9:00AM				Introduction to Rogaining
					Sydney Branch
Ted W.
Are you interested in learning about rogaining and whether this cross-country navigation sport might suit you, especially as an extension to your bushwalking. If so, please register for a half-day ‘Introduction to Rogaining’ Workshop to be held in Lane Cove National Park on Tuesday 26 May from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, led by Ted Woodley, an experienced rogainer and NPA member. Rogaining was formally established 50 years ago in Victoria (see History of Rogaining), and is now a world-wide sport blending navigation, strategy, resilience, and teamwork. Using only a map and compass, teams navigate diverse terrains, from rugged bush to open landscapes, to urban parks and streets. Teams of two to five (or solo for some shorter city events) aim to visit as many checkpoints as possible, in any order, within a set time usually of 3, 6, 12 or 24 hours. Each checkpoint is worth different points, with harder-to-reach locations offering higher points. The goal is to navigate the most efficient route to maximise your score. Rogaining is more than just a sport; it’s a fun and engaging endurance adventure for all ages and abilities. You don’t need to be an elite athlete or experienced navigator, and there are always rogainers available to help and share advice. Events usually attract 300 to 500 regular rogainers, together with a few dozen novices, so you won’t be the only newcomer. To learn more go to NSW Rogaining Association and see the calendar of events for this year. After registering for the Workshop you will be forwarded a homework pack to read beforehand. You only need to bring a compass and come dressed in normal bushwalking attire suitable for a two-hour practice rogaine in the Park (on tracks). This is a joint activity with the Bush Club and is limited to thirty participants. We will assemble at the Hills District Netball Association Hall in Pennant Hills Park, access road off Britannia Street. Location: Lane Cove National Park Limit: 30. View

27 May, Wed 9:00AM				Dolphin Point Circuit
Grade:3/6		Length	5km		Milton Branch
Helen M.
An easy and varied coastal stroll. Grade: 2/3. Beach, lagoon, ocean, water lilies, rock platform, spotted gums, architecture, bushland. A bit of everything on this lovely walk. View

27 May, Wed 9:20AM				Killara to Roseville
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	130m	Sydney Branch
Gerald H.
Walk from Killara to Roseville via Swain Gardens, Two Creeks Track and Little Diggers Track. Mainly fire trails and bush tracks, but some street walking also. Bookings only from one week before date of walk please. Limit: 15. View

29 May, Fri 9:30AM				Discovering Sydney No 18 : Sydney City and the Rocks Part 2
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ken
Discovering Sydney: learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew. Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister. Limit: 10. View

31 May, Sun 9:00AM				Durras Mountain to Kioloa
Grade:3/6		Length	10km		Milton Branch
Kevin R.
Please phone Kevin before 5pm Saturday May 30^th. A mainly downhill walk from lower Durras Mountain to Kioloa. Following a short car shuffle, we will walk a fire trail onto the lower reaches of Durras Mountain, then descend via walking track to Pretty Beach. We can visit the singing stones and return to Pretty Beach for morning tea. Afterwards we will continue north to Merry Beach via Snapper Point and on to the marine rescue station at Kioloa for lunch. We conclude with an easy stroll along Kioloa Beach to return to the vehicles for afternoon tea. Some sand walking and rock platforms. Location: Murramarang NP Limit: 20. View

5 Jun, Fri 9:30AM				Discovering Sydney No 19: Windsor
Grade:2/6		Length	7km	50m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Discovering Sydney: learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew. Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister. Leader: Stve Ringbauer Limit: 10. View

5 Jun, Fri 10:00AM				SHPad: Mullet & Hooka Cks & return via Tank Trap at Lake Illawarra [Gr:S02 D:14] #SHP310
Grade:3/6		Length	14km		Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Paddlers) Margie
(NEW!!!) Paddle Mullet Creek to Lake Illawarra, then past Hooka and Gooseberry Islands to enter Hooka Creek. Return via the Tank Trap. Branch: Southern Highlands Sub Group: Paddling StartDate: Fri 05 Jun 2026 StartTime: 10:00 AM Location: Lake Illawarra Grade: S02 Distance: 14 Meeting Point: Starting time is launch time. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to setup and ready to go. Trackhead :* William Beach Reserve, end Prince Edward Drive, Brownsville Registration is not guaranteed until confirmed by the leader. - Events may be changed or cancelled due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. - Members, please register for yourself only (ie DO NOT register for additional people). This is for insurance purposes. - Non-members, if you wish to register for this event, please email activities@npansw.org.au and include your name, mobile number, event name and date. - By registering for this event or joining the activity you confirm your acceptance of the NPA Terms of Participation. https://npan.memberjungle.club/terms-of-participation CatalogueID: P310 Lake Illawarra is open to sea breezes, and can be very choppy. Tidal. Deep water. Possible wake from powerboats. Participants are to provide their own craft and are required to wear a properly fitted PFD. Location: Lake Illawarra Limit: 12. View

10 Jun, Wed 11:30AM				Lunch
					Sydney Branch
Mal
Want to stay in touch with walking friends without walking? Come and join us for a pleasant chat and lunch at O'Donoghue's Irish Pub, Emu Plains. Location: Emu Plains View

12 Jun, Fri 9:30AM				Discovering Sydney 20: Sydney West Part 2
Grade:2/6		Length	11km	160m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Bob Rankin
(Date Changed) Discovering Sydney: learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew. Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister Visit Rozelle Parklands, White Bay power station, Pyrmont waterfront. Finish at Town Hall. Limit: 10. View

13 Jun, Sat 10:00AM				Explore access to Warrenmadhaa, our newest National Park
Grade:2/6		Length	2km		Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Freres Crossing, Kentlyn. Easy flat walk, and short steps down to Georges River. Easy slow uphill back to cars. Interesting plants to identify. Location: Warrenmadha NP Limit: 20. View

19 Jun, Fri 10:20AM				SWAG LEADERS Favourite Walks:Castlecove to castlecrag
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	250m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Sophie A.
Castlecove to castlecrag thru north arm track harold reid reserve, Sugarloaf. Lovely walk with bush, firetrails,water views and some street. Lots of steps.. View

27 Jun - 18 Jul, Sat-Sat				South Africa safari
					Sydney Branch
Brian P.
(Fully Booked) South Africa safari - 27th June - 18th July 2026 Private safari for NPA members and guests, visiting: Khama Rhino Sanctuary Okavango Delta Makgadikgadi Salt Pans Chobe National Park Victoria Falls Hwange National Park Mapesu Private Game Reserve Kruger National Park A select group of 12 fellow bushwalkers, travelling with an expert guide staying in eco hotels, lodges and permanent camps expecting to see all the "Big 5" animals in their natural habitat plus many other birds, mammals and reptiles. This tour is being professionally run by Intrepid Travel for us. Tour starts and finishes in Johannesburg, direct flights from Sydney with Qantas or many other options. Expressions of interest welcome - contact leader by phone or email for further details. Wild animals! overseas travel Location: South Africa, Botswana, and Zimbabwe Limit: 12. View

3 Jul, Fri 10:00AM				Paste to “Event Name” field SHPad: Paddle Minnamurra River at Minnamurra River [Gr:S02 D:7 or 16] #SHP250
Grade:3/6		Length	7km		Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Paddlers) 10731
(NEW!!!) We launch in the crystal-clear waters opposite the river mouth then head upstream to explore deep into two mangrove forests. We will then paddle further upstream to a very civilised table and chairs near Nungarry Rest Area for lunch before heading back. ActivityType: Paddle Branch: Southern Highlands Sub Group: Paddling Location: Minnamurra River Grade: S02 Distance: 7 or 16 Meeting Point: Starting time is launch time. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to setup and ready to go. Trackhead :* James Oates Reserve, Charles Ave, Minnamurra CatalogueID: P250 Tidal. Deep water. Possible wake from motorboats. Participants are to provide their own craft & are required to wear a correctly fitted PFD. Location: Minnamurra River Limit: 12. View

3 Jul, Fri 9:16AM				Xmas in July Walk and Talk and Eat
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
LEADER: Heather Lakiss RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com Walk The Great River Walk from Penrith to Emu Plains and have lunch at O'Donoghue's Irish Pub. Slippery sections Limit: 20. View

8 Jul, Wed 10:00AM				Explore access to Warrenmadhaa, our newest National Park
Grade:2/6		Length	2km		Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Smith Street, Kentlyn. End of Smith Street to Georges River. Exploratory. Short with some steps to beautiful wild section of Georges. Small sandy beach. Plant ident along the way! Location: Warrenmadha NP Limit: 20. View

8 Jul, Wed 11:30AM				Lunch
					Sydney Branch
Mal
Want to stay in touch with walking friends without walking? Come and join us for a pleasant chat and lunch at O'Donoghue's Irish Pub, Emu Plains. Location: Emu Plains View

7 Aug, Fri 10:00AM				SHPad: Oak Flat to Macquarie Rivulet and return at Lake Illawarra [Gr:S02 D:8+6 option] #SHP320
Grade:3/6		Length	8km		Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Paddlers) Margie
(NEW!!!) Cross Burroo Bay on Lake Illawarra to enter Macquarie Rivulet and paddle to the weir past mangroves and farmland enjoying abundant birdlife and views of the Illawarra escarpment. Before returning, if conditions are favourable, we will extend the paddle to explore Haywards Bay and Duck Creek. Grade: S02 Distance: 8+6 option Trackhead : Oak Flats Sailing Club, Reserve Road, Oak Flats (Burroo Bay) Lake Illawarra is open to sea breezes, and can be very choppy. Tidal. Deep water. Possible wake from powerboats. Participants are to provide their own craft and are required to wear a properly fitted PFD. Location: Lake Illawarra Limit: 12. View

8 Aug, Sat 10:00AM				Explore access to Warrenmadhaa, our newest National Park
Grade:2/6		Length	2km		Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Darling Avenue. Easy flat walk from Darling Avenue to overlook Georges River. Plant ident along the way! Location: Warrenmadha NP Limit: 20. View

12 Aug, Wed 11:30AM				Lunch
					Sydney Branch
Mal
Want to stay in touch with walking friends without walking? Come and join us for a pleasant chat and lunch at O'Donoghue's Irish Pub, Emu Plains. Location: Emu Plains View

26 Aug - 2 Sep, Wed-Wed				Wet Tropics World Heritage Area
					Illawarra Branch
Helen W.
(Updated Details) Exploration of the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area and surrounds. Specially designed itinerary by Trade Travel to include flights to and from Cairns, visits to local rainforest, talks by local experts on rainforest and reef, visit to art deco town Innisfail, guided excursions from Mission Beach into national parks and islands with historical/scientific talks and easy walks. Options to visit the reef and extend your stay. Initiated by NPA Book Club from discussion of Iain McCalman's biography of conservationist pioneer John Busst. Costs tbc, about $4,000 per person twin share. Location: Cairns and Wet Tropics World Heritage Area Limit: 15. View

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