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| 18-22 May, Mon (12:00PM)-Fri (10:00AM) |
Canberra GetAway |
| Grade:3/6 |
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Sydney Branch |
| John H. |
     (Fully Booked) From our base in Tuggeranong in Canberra, we will walk amongst the 'roos in Namadgi National Park and see platypus and koalas whilst walking in the Tinbinbilla Nature Reserve as well as other adventures. Usual track hazards and possibly the weather.
Location: Namadgi NP Limit: 20.
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| 18 May, Mon 9:03AM |
Dantes Glen |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
9km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
| Allan P. |
San Jose Ave to North Lawson Trail then follow cliff top to Echo Bluff, Echo Point, Fairy Falls, Dantes Glen, Empire Pass, Frederica Falls. Take Hughes Ave track back to Lawson. Creek crossings. Steep loose fire trail section. Steep worn steps. Possibly muddy sections.
Location: Lawson
Map: Katoomba Limit: 20.
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| 18 May, Mon 10:00AM |
Duck River with Autumn Leaves |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
| Renate W. |
| This walk follows paths along Duck River from Regents Park to Auburn. Start at Regents Park station. We will make a diversion to Auburn Botanic Gardens where the Japanese Maple and Chinese Tallow Woods might be in their autumn colours.
The walk finishes at Auburn station, where we can call in at a Turkish Baklava cafe near the station. Hazards: bicycles Limit: 14.
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| 18 May, Mon 9:09AM |
Lawson to Hazelbrook |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
350m |
Sydney Branch |
| Allan P. |
(NEW!!!) (Cancelled) This is a replacement walk because they have a hazard reduction burn at Dantes Glen. Visit Adelina Falls, Junction Falls, Cateract Falls, Federal Falls, Victor Falls and Terrace Falls. Some rough track. Slippery wet rocks. Creek crossings.
Location: Lawson
Map: Katooma Limit: 20.
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| 20 May, Wed 9:38AM |
Allambie Heights to Manly Dam |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
9km |
160m |
Sydney Branch |
| Jeff O. |
From Allambie Rd walk on bush tracks and fire trails to Manly Dam. Proceed along south side of Manly Reservoir to Nature Trail for return to Manly Dam. Then walk to B-Line bus stop near Kenneth St for return journey. Bookings only from one week before the date of walk please. Rough and rocky paths with possible paddling after rain.
Location: Manly Dam Limit: 15.
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| 20 May, Wed 9:00AM |
Big Spotty |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
4km |
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Milton Branch |
| J&LWilkinson |
| Come and see the world’s tallest Spotted Gum. Grade: 2/3 Distance: 3-4km.
From Termeil we will drive on the old Highway and Middle Ridge Forest roads to park in a forest clearing. The walk is along remote forest roads and a short but steep bush track to commune with Big Spotty (a magnificent old Spotted Gum recently threatened by proposed logging in the surrounding state forest). Return to the cars via the same route. Coffee afterwards at Lucy’s Café, Bawley Point. Limit: 12.
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| 20 May, Wed 9:33AM |
Devil’s Hole to Nellies Glen |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
15km |
500m |
Sydney Branch |
| Janet R. |
(Date Changed) Meet in Katoomba Street at bus stop 686G at 09:33. If train late next bus is 09:53.
Alight at Acacia apartments and walk to Cliff Drive. Then slowly down the Devil's Hole track. Tracks and fire trail to the bottom of Nellies Glen. Up. Roads back to Katoomba. Very steep both down and up, loose gravel, tree roots etc.
Location: Blue Mountains
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15.
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| 22 May, Fri 9:32AM |
10 Secret Sydney Spots: No 1 Badu Mangroves |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
70m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| 10 Secret Sydney Spots outlined in Sydney.com:
This week we are doing the Badu Mangroves in Olympic Park/ Bicentennial Park.
Leader: David Trevena; RSVP direct to dbtrev58@gmail.com
We walk from Concord West Station, explore the Badu Mangroves, the waterbird refuge, Hornswaggle Observation Tower, SS Ayrfield shipwreck,
Walk ends in Meadowbank via Wentworth Point along the waterfront todbtrev58 Limit: 12.
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| 22 May, Fri 6:46AM |
A day trip to Canberra: Molonglo River Eastern Loop |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (Fully Booked) Fully booked Limit: 5.
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| 25 May, Mon 8:58AM |
Red Hands Cave |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
13km |
340m |
Sydney Branch |
| Janet R. |
Meet at Glenbrook station. Walk into Glenbrook national park and down to the causeway. Track to Red Hands cave. The Link walking track and back to the causeway. Optional track to Jellybean pool. Up and back to the station. Steep. Roads. Rough tracks. Loose sand on rocks.
Location: Glenbrook
Map: Glenbrook Limit: 15.
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| 26 May, Tue 9:00AM |
Introduction to Rogaining |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
7km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| Ted W. |
  (Updated Details) 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 Haynes Flat in Lane Cove National Park, end of Max Allen Rd, Lindfield.
Location: Lane Cove National Park Limit: 30.
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| 27 May, Wed 8:37AM |
Bottle Forest Track – Olympic Pool |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
12km |
325m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
| Loan |
| (NEW!!!) (Cancelled) An aerial deer shooting program in Royal NP from Mon 25 May to Thu 28 May 2026. Taking Engadine Track down to Kangaroo Creek. Follow upstream along indistinct paths either side of Kangaroo Creek crossing it several times. Creek levels depend on recent rains so be prepared for wet feet. Along Bottle Forest Track to the Olympic Pool, a chance for a cool dip in this large natural pool. Continuing onto Karloo Pool and Karloo Track to Heathcote Station. A remote and peaceful walk in the natural beauty of Royal NP. Hazards: Creeking crossing, rock hopping and offtrack bush. Offtrack,creek crossing and rock scrambling. Limit: 15.
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| 27 May, Wed 9:00AM |
Dolphin Point Circuit |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
5km |
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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.
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| 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.
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| 27 May, Wed 8:42AM |
Taffys Rock |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
16km |
700m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
| Loan |
| (NEW!!!) From Cowan Station down to Jerusalem Bay Creek. Very steep trail towards to the Taffy's Rock track which follows the ridge out to Taffys Rock. Panoramic views of Cowan Creek and Broken Bay. Return by the same route to Cowan Station. Steep, overgrown and rock scrambling.
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| 28 May, Thu 8:21AM |
Darvall Park to Rydalmere wharf |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
23km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| Geoffrey.L |
(NEW!!!) We will walk along the creek in Darvall Park to see the one & only original giant & magnificent blue gum. We will then pass Eastwood shops with lots of exotic & yummy Chinese goodies for breakfast & coffee before joining the Terrys & Ponds Creeks to go to Rydalmere Wharf. Those still feeling energetic can stroll further along the riverfront to Meadowbank station. We will walk through bushlands, tall gum trees & streets. Slippery & uneven surfaces
Location: eastwood
Map: eastwood Limit: 20.
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| 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) Bob Rankin |
| (Leader 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. Meet at the obelisk in Macquarie Place at 09:30. We will look behind the touristy facade of The Rocks and nearby areas. Lots of steps. Limit: 12.
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| 31 May, Sun 8:23AM |
Darvall Park to Rydalmere wharf |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
23km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| Geoffrey.L |
(NEW!!!) We will walk along the creek in Darvall Park to see the one & only giant & magnificent blue gum. We then stroll along Eastwood shops with exotic & yummy breakfast goodies & coffee before joining the Terrys & Ponds Creeks walk to Rydalmere wharf. Those still feeling energetic can continue further along to Meadowbank station. We will walk through bushlands, tall gum trees & streets. Can exit halfway at Carlingford. Slippery & uneven surfaces
Location: eastwood
Map: eastwood Limit: 20.
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| 31 May, Sun 9:00AM |
Durras Mountain to Kioloa |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Milton Branch |
| Kevin R. |
Please phone Kevin before 5pm Saturday May 30th.
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.
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| 3 Jun, Wed 9:35AM |
Medlow Bath Circuit via the Colosseum |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
6km |
425m |
Sydney Branch |
| Bandula G. |
(NEW!!!) Joint leader: Paul Lynch. Meet at Medlow Bath Station. Walk a short distance along the highway, turn off into Belgravia Road, join the Sunbath Track and walk down to Tuckers Lookout. Turn off into Colosseum Track, crossing a section where there had been a landslide and there is no track. Rejoin the track after the landslide and walk to the end of the track to the beautiful rock face that looks like the Colosseum. Walk around and down off track, join the Valley Farm Track, get back to Tuckers Lookout and back to the station. Steep and slippery sections. Off track section including walking across a landslide
Location: Medlow Bath Limit: 15.
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