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16 Oct, Thu 8:00AM Tahmoor Gorge to Maldon (#950)
Fully inside Wollondilly Shire Council
Grade:5/6 Length 10km  400m Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Explorer Walks) Mike M
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFast pace | A trip where the leaders will set a fast pace.Traverse a section of Tahmoor Gorge along Bargo River from the bottom of Sally's Pass to the junction of Nepean River. From the junction we will pick our way down the Nepean to Maldon. Will require car shuffle. Partly unexplored so will need to be agile. Possible need to swim/float a section. Some cliffs and slippery rocks.
Location: Picton and Bargo & Nepean R
Map: PICTON 9029-4-S Limit: 8. View

17 Oct, Fri 10:07AM Spring wonder walk 11: Wentworth falls lake circuit
Grade:2/6 Length 8km  100m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.LEADER: PHILIP WRIGHT Start with a coffee at the famous German bakery, Then walk to Wentworth Falls lake. The circuit around the lake shows you the serene beauty of the lake. Admire the water birds, sculptures and the flora...Maples, tea trees, grevillea ( specific to this area), isopogan, sun Orchid, wild strawberries, tree ferns, and of course Waratahs and rhododendrons flowering in October. There are more species unknown to the leader. Botanists are invited to join the walk to enrich our knowledge. If you are lucky, you will see redbellied snakes. On return to the station, you can treat yourself with the famous pastries at the German bakery. Limit: 10. View

18 Oct, Sat 8:30AM Megalong creek~Coxs River~6 foot track
Grade:4/6 Length 10km  350m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.(NEW!!!) Come along and explore a part of the Blue Mountains that few people have seen, but which ironically is not far off the beaten track! Megalong Creek is a water lovers paradise with so many gorgeous pools, cascades and waterfalls of sculptured granite to savour and photograph. We will follow the creek down to its junction with the Coxs River and Bowenfels bridge. If the weather is warm its a perfect place for a swim along these 2 watercourses so bring your cossies. rock hopping down the creek
Location: Blue Mountains National Park
Map: Hampton Limit: 12. View

18 Oct, Sat 9:03AM Yunnan sightseeing tour 18/10/25 to 3/11/25
Grade:2/6 Length 15km  3,200m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Accommodation | An activity that involves an overnight stay, using hard-roofed accommodation such as a cabin, hut or hotel.Slow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.I am leading a 15 days sightseeing tour to Yunnan, one of the most beautiful & colourful provinces of China for my non profit community Chinese association. We will travel from Tiger Leaping Gorge overlooking the mighty Yangtze River & Shangrila in the north to the famous tea growing mountains bordering Myanmar. Very colourful ethnic groups, traditions, customs & foods. (See YouTube - Little Chinese Everywhere). All inclusive cost -around A $4,000. Three excellent meals daily.Transport by comfortable coaches & high speed rail. Hotels- 4 stars. If interested please contact me. 3200m - height sickness. Must be healthy & fit
Location: China
Map: yunan, china Limit: 20. View

21 Oct, Tue 9:30AM Buchanans & Ellsmores Lookout (From Governors St, Bundanoon) (#690)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:4/6 Length 8km  250m Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Martyn M.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longCommencing at the Glow Worm Glen car park the path winds through forest with a couple of little creek crossings.  Continue on the track to the left of the Glow Worm Glen steps which winds along to Buchanans Lookout.  Optional opportunity to continue to Ellsmores Lookout.  Enjoy the beautiful view while having lunch and return by the same route. Note: These lookouts are named Wanganderry & Wallis lookouts on some maps. Rough track, slippery rocks, unfenced cliff edges.
Location: Morton NP (Bundanoon)
Map: Bundanoon 8928-1S Limit: 20. View

24 Oct, Fri 9:30AM Ashfield Historic Walk & Jacaranda
Grade:2/6 Length 10km  100m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.LEADER: LYNNE HEWITT
Next in our series of suburban local history walks Ashfield local Lynne will be showing us around the streets and laneways of Ashfield.
From magnificent mansions, humble workers cottages and heritage listed 1960s apartment blocks we will hear about the history of this vibrant and interesting suburb.
Option to have lunch after the walk in one of Ashfield’s many dumpling restaurants.
Limit: 10. View

25 Oct - 5 Nov, Sat-Wed Peru: Amazon to the Andes.
Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Accommodation | An activity that involves an overnight stay, using hard-roofed accommodation such as a cabin, hut or hotel.Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longEducational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.(Nearly fully booked) There are 2 places left on this 12 day guided trip which is hosted by G adventures and includes options to do the Inca Trail to Machu Pichu or go via the Lares Trail or the easier way, via the train. Included are 3 days at an Amazon lodge and other highlights including a visit to Rainbow mountain, Ollantaytambo and other scenic locations. For the full tour details please contact me if you're interested in what will be an exciting tour visiting some of Peru's most iconic locations.
Location: peru Limit: 16. View

28 Oct, Tue 9:30AM Jellore Floral Reserve Circuit West (#720)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:3/6 Length 9km  200m Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Margie
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longA circuit walk on trails through Jellore State Forest with stunning views from spectacular lookouts. Beware of Koalas Rough fire trail and unfenced cliff edges. Possible drop bears.
Location: Jellore State Forest
Map: Mittagong 8929-2S Limit: 20. View

31 Oct - 7 Nov, Fri-Fri Norfolk Island
Sydney Branch
Mal
Accommodation | An activity that involves an overnight stay, using hard-roofed accommodation such as a cabin, hut or hotel.Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longNow fully booked but you can put your name on the waiting list if still interested.
Location: Norfolk Island View

31 Oct, Fri 10:40AM Spring wonder walk 13: Blackheath
Grade:2/6 Length 8km  100m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Sophie A.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Updated Details) NO NEED TO RSVP Blackheath Rhododendrons Time. Explore Rhododendrons Garden and Memorial Garden. Optional pie for lunch after walk. View

3-8 Nov, Mon (12:00PM)-Sat (10:00AM) South East Forests of NSW
Grade:3/6 Length 50km  650m Sydney Branch
Greg L.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longCar camping and day walks/short walks. Come and visit some parks that you may not even have heard of. Interesting and beautiful country, variety of walks. High country, but not like the Snowy Mountains. Joint walk with Bush Club. Some big climbs, but not excessive. All on tracks.
Location: Deua and South-East Forests NPs
Map: Contact leader Limit: 15. View

6 Nov, Thu 9:30AM Revesby Beach- Georges River to Mill Ck and Salt Pan Ck (#K315)
Grade:4/6 Length 12km Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Paddlers) Keith H.
Paddle | A canoe or kayak trip(NEW!!!) From Revesby Beach we will explore Georges River and the tributaries of Mill Ck, Salt Pan Creek and optionally Little Salt Pan Ck. As we will be passing the launch spot a few times there will be opportunities for paddlers to opt for shorter trips. • New launch site. EHT 11:00am Tidal. Deep water. Possible wake from motorboats.Participants are to provide their own craft & are required to wear a correctly fitted PFD.
Location: Georges River(Revesby) Limit: 12. View

7-20 Nov, Fri (09:00AM)-Thu (09:00AM) Ecuador
Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Accommodation | An activity that involves an overnight stay, using hard-roofed accommodation such as a cabin, hut or hotel.Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Nearly fully booked) My wife and I are joining an Exodus Travels trip to Ecuador in November 2025 for 14 days, which will combine wildlife watching and walking, including visiting ancient ruins and some local culture thrown in. Strictly limited spaces, so if interested, please contact me asap. There is 1 place left on this trip. Before the Ecuador trip we'll be going on 2 short trips in Peru, one to Machu Picchu and another to a research station in the middle of the Amazon. Both of these are relatively cheap trips. View

7 Nov, Fri 10:30AM Spring wonder walk 14 : Little Wobby
Grade:3/6 Length 9km  300m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.LEADER: PHILIP WRIGHT We walk along the water front from West to East and then return inland.  Fairly flat to start with but the uphill part is steep. Great views and wild flowers.   Limit: 10. View

12 Nov, Wed 11:30AM Walkers get-together
Sydney Branch
Mal
Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicWant to stay in touch with walking friends without walking? Come and join us for a pleasant chat and lunch at O'Donohues Irish Pub, Emu Plains. No need to contact. No Hazards.
Location: Emu Plains View

14 Nov, Fri 9:30AM Old Berrima Village Walk
Grade:3/6 Length 4km  30m Southern Highlands Branch
Leanne W
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(NEW!!!) Check out Georgian style historic buildings constructed from local sandstone on this historic village walk. BYO: morning tea optional buy lunch. include uneven surfaces that can be slippery, falling branches, snakes, steps & vehicles.
Location: Berrima
Map: Mittagong 8929-2S 1:25000 Limit: 15. View

14 Nov, Fri 8:52AM Spring wonder walk 15: Manly to Spit
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  250m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.LEADER: Steve Ringbauer. The flannel flowers are abundant at this time of the year. The 10km Manly Scenic Walkway beings at Manly Wharf, passes sandy beaches, ancient Aboriginal sites and incredible lookouts, before arriving at the Spit Bridge where you can catch a bus to the city.
  • Distance and time: 10km one-way
  • Level: Grade 3 track. Suitable for most ages and fitness levels with occasional sections of stairs. There are also sections of sand, bush tracks and boardwalk. Not suitable for prams or wheelchair users.
  • Top attractions: Clontarf ReserveGrotto Point Aboriginal engraving site, Crater Cove Lookout, Forty Baskets Reserve and Manly.
  • Toilet facilities at the start and end of the walk and at Clontarf Reserve, Reef Beach, Forty Baskets Beach, North Harbour Reserve and Fairlight Beach.
  • Drinking fountains are available at Clontarf Reserve, Fairlight Beach and Manly.
https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/things-to-do/walking-tracks/manly-scenic-walkway/map
  Limit: 10. View

21 Nov, Fri 10:00AM Spring wonder walk 16: Jacaranda and native trees
Grade:1/6 Length 6km Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.A leisurely stroll to learn about the native trees and admire the colourful Jacaranda trees.   Limit: 50. View

28 Nov, Fri 9:30AM Spring wonder walk 17: Botanic Garden
Grade:2/6 Length 8km  100m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ken
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long
Barangaroo , Circular Quay, Botanic Gardens, Art Gallery, Domain.
We stroll around Barangaroo headland to Circular Quay, past the Opera House and into the Botanic Gardens.
Options abound including "hugging" the Wollomi Pine, the Rose Garden, any special exhibits, coffee .
Art Gallery- members choice- about I hour.
Lunch here in the forecourt of the Gallery extension.or Gallery restaurant.
We then cross the Domain to  the Eye Hospital and Martin Place to the Metro or other train or bus and home.
Bring morning tea and lunch or buy.
Limit: 10. View

5 Dec, Fri 8:32AM Xmas walk and lunch
Grade:2/6 Length 9km  100m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicWalk | 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.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Meet at Green Square station at 8:30 am for coffee/breakfast. Walk in Zetland, Alexandria, Rosebery area before having lunch at a Private Sky Lounge 23 levels high up. Points of interest
Designer Furniture
Temple
Old trees
Alexandria Park
Paper bark
Designer Factory outlets
Fig tree
Perry park
The cannery
Rosemary engine yards
Sydney outlet
Cadillac
Turruwul park
Tarakan park
Macodonian Orthodox Church
Poke meow cafe
St Joseph
Aust Golf club
Church
El Alamein Reserve
Alexandria Day Hospital
Bob will kindly cater lunch again. menu Prosecco prawn/veggie croquettes Roast chicken Salads Ricotta cheese cake RSVP closes 5 pm Friday 28 November. Payment of $25 at time of RSVP Limit: 10. View

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