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18 Jul, Fri 9:30AM				Meadowbank Ferry Wharf to Rydalmere via Bicentennial and Olympic Park and Armory.
Grade:2/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ken
Meadowbank Ferry Wharf to Rydalmere via Bicentennial and Olympic Park and Armory. Limit: 20. View

25 Jul, Fri 9:33AM				Parramatta to Olympic Park
Grade:2/6		Length	10km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Kevin C.
Leader: Steve Ringbauer We walk from Parramatta wharf along Parramatta River to Olympic Park Wharf. Limit: 10. View

1 Aug, Fri 9:30AM				Parramatta Historic Walk
Grade:2/6		Length	11km	50m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Kevin C.
Leader: Lynne Hewitt. RSVP direct to lehewitt@optusnet.com.au   Historic walk of parramatta Meet at the The West Concourse of Parramatta station near the toilet and we will walk through Parramatta to Parramatta Park for lunch, stopping to look at many of the heritage buildings including St John’s Anglican cathedral, Female Factory Philip Ruddock Heritage Centre, Cemetery, Powerhouse, Brislington house. Lot to see and learn.  Limit: 15. View

8 Aug, Fri 9:31AM				Calicoma walk
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	200m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ian B.
Booking opens two weeks prior to event. A delightful loop track through interesting bushland. Expect to see sun orchids, lady’s fingers orchids, native iris, pea flowers, tree ferns, sandstone formations, caves,Angophora, wattles, tall gum trees , and, of course, Calicoma. if you are lucky, you may see brown pigeons and lyre birds. Enjoy lunch at Cherrybrook Lakes. Crossing creeks, rough parts Limit: 15. View

15 Aug, Fri 9:30AM				Spring wonder walk 1: Auburn Cherry Blossoms
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	50m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Kevin C.
Spring wonder walk 1: Auburn Cherry Blossom  This is the time to see Cherry tree blossoms. We avoid the crowd during the Cherry Blossom Festival. The Auburn Botanic Gardens are composed of several themed gardens and areas: The Japanese garden the scented garden the sunken rose garden the Australian native and rainforest garden the amphitheatre/open air theatre the reflection pool the maze the fauna reserve an equal access playground and several picnic areas with barbecues   Limit: 10. View

16 Aug, Sat 9:00AM				Barangaroo to NSW Art Gallery & Archibald Exhibit.
Grade:2/6		Length	7km	50m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ken
Our route is around the Barangaroo headland to Circular Quay and by the Opera House to the Botanic Gardens. Morning tea stop: bring or buy. We then continue to the Art Gallery and either view the Archibald, Wynne, Sulman and Young Archies OR view other art displays in the Gallery. A seniors discount is offered for entry to special exhibitions such as the Archibald. Lunch options: Art Gallery cafe or bring your own and eat in the forecourt of the Gallery Extension. Stay as long as you like in the Gallery before heading home. Suggested route: across the Domain to Martin Place and Metro or alternatives. Limit: 10. View

16 Aug, Sat 10:25AM				Green Square to Ozharvest
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ken
We meet near the Library at Green Square and walk to Waterloo Metro Station. This area has undergone amazing changes since colonisation. There are numerous story boards detailing many of these . We visit OZHarvest off Waterloo street and have the option to purchase lunch or at least coffee at their cafe. At Waterloo Metro, members have the option of finishing and heading home OR taking the Metro to Central and using the Airport line to Wolli Creek. There is a walk/cycle track from Wolli Creek to T1 Departure level at KSA. There are other coffee and eating opportunities at KSA. Some may like to spend time plane spotting before heading home either by retracing steps to Wolli Creek or catching the Airport Shuttle Bus to the Domestic Terminal and then a Metro Bus to Mascot Station. Some may choose to use the International Airport Station to return to Central and beyond. The station access fee is about $18 with a Gold Opal Card. Using Wolli Creek avoids that fee. Distance: varies depending on options chosen: 5km to about 12 Km. Grade: 2 - with minor climbs and descents. Walking is on footpaths and walk/cycle paths. Either bring food or purchase. Do carry water and avoid dehydration. Don't drink too much water however. I have a personal story on dehydration which I will relate if walkers are interested. cyclists on shared paths, road crossings and trip hazards. Limit: 10. View

22 Aug, Fri 9:30AM				Spring wonder walk 2: Bonnet Bay wildflower walk
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	250m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Spring wonder walk 2: Bonnet Bay wildflower walk Leader: Philip Wright Great view, wild flowers galore Limit: 10. View

29 Aug, Fri 8:54AM				Spring wonder walk 3: Wondabyne to Pindar Cave
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	400m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Kevin C.
Leader: Kevin Cliffe Be mesmerized by the spring flowers.  The walk climbs up a steep hill from the station to Pindar Track. Easy pace to admire spring wildflowers. Should see splendid display of Rock orchids. Plenty of other blossoms. Steep and slippery sections. Overgrown bush. Long trousers recommended. Limit: 10. View

5 Sep, Fri 9:58AM				Spring wonder walk 4: Terrey Hills Duffy Forest Waratahs
Grade:3/6		Length	8km	170m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
LEADER: Heather Lakiss RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com Good views Waratahs Orchids spring Wild Flowers Limit: 10. View

7 Sep, Sun 9:45AM				Spring wonder walk 5: Patonga to Pearl Beach
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	300m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader: Philip Wright. Patonga to Pearl Beach. Easy pace. On this walk, we will see Waratahs, Grevillea speciosa, Boronias, Dillwynia, Banksia, Wattles, Pea Flower, Epacris, Rice Flower, Christmas Bells, Hardenbergia and more. Bonuses are beautiful old trees, Grass trees, magnificent sandstones,  waterviews to Barrenjoey and Lion Island, visiting Pearl Beach and Patonga beach. It is a long day. Not suitable for someone who needs to get back by a certain time. Hazards: Some steep and slippery sections. Limit: 10. View

12 Sep, Fri 9:51AM				Spring wonder walk 6: The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	250m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader: Philip Wright. Philip has an insider's knowledge of the The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan. The garden showcases Australian flora amongst 416 hectares of rolling hills, lakes, lawns and gardens. In the late 18th century, the discovery of a new continent filled with exotic plants unknown to the rest of the world created waves of excitement in the field of botany. The Australian Botanic Garden displays approximately 2000 of these plants via themed gardens across the site as well as the Connections Garden, a four-hectare intensely cultivated space right in the heart of the Garden. Other features of the Garden include a restaurant, visitor center with gift shop, free gas barbecues and acres of Cumberland Plain Woodland to explore. Come Spring, the paper daisies become an attraction for visitors. Various species of Waratahs will be flowering too. After seeing the floral display, we will walk to the Sundial, Mount Annan Peak, the Blue Tree before leaving the Garden to visit Lake Yandel'ora before catching the bus home. Expect a long day. Not suitable for walkers who need to get back by a certain time. Limit: 10. View

19 Sep, Fri 9:36AM				Spring wonder walk 8: Sylvan Grove
Grade:2/6		Length	7km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Spring is orchid time.  Sylvan Grove Native Garden has such an array of Rock Orchids. They are majestic flowers to admire.  https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/environment/parks-reserves/sylvan-grove-native-garden  It has mulched paths winding through rainforest areas and areas with more sun, so there is a diversity of plants. It also has many ferns and rainforest plants that like a shady spot, and other plants like prostantheras and plectranthus that flower well in shade. Map: Picnic Point T:  Limit: 10. View

26 Sep, Fri 9:30AM				Spring wonder walk 8: St Ives Wildflower Garden and Showground
Grade:2/6		Length	7km	200m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader: Heather Lakiss RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com We will take the Management Trail from the bottom of Kitchener Street, leading up to the Wildflower Garden.  There are two sculpture displays on at this time, after viewing, we will have morning tea. Coffee can be purchased at the Information Centre where you can meet the snake and frilled-necked lizard, see the bush flower display board, look at the native plants for sale and meander around some pathways.  We will then take the trail to St Ives Showground, which initially has a loose stone surface.  There we can see TreeTops have a look around and have our packed lunch and then return to the WFG taking in a couple of different short trails. Bring snacks and lunch. From the WFG we will exit onto, and walk along, Mona Vale Road before crossing MVR to return by bus to the station or walk to Kitchener Road if you come by car. Limit: 10. View

3 Oct, Fri 9:51AM				Spring wonder walk 9: Cherry Tree Walk
Grade:2/6		Length	10km	150m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk along 114 cherry trees in Bowral, via Corbett Gardens and Vietnam War Memorial.  We walk from Bowral Station to Burradoo Station.  It is a long day. Limit: 10. View

10 Oct, Fri 9:00AM				Spring wonder walk 10: Lisgar garden
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Brad S.
RSVP only accepted from 2 weeks prior to 7 pm the day before event. Today we explore Hornsby and Normanhurst including Lisgar Gardens. Lisgar Gardens is a wonderful, secret garden hidden in the back streets of Hornsby. After visiting the gardens, we'll continue via bush tracks and streets to Normanhurst. Optional lunch at Hornsby RSL club after the walk. Stairs and slippery sections. Location: Hornsby Limit: 15. View

17 Oct, Fri 10:07AM				Spring wonder walk 11: Wentworth falls lake circuit
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
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

24 Oct, Fri 9:30AM				Ashfield Historic Walk & Jacaranda
Grade:2/6		Length	10km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
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

31 Oct, Fri 10:40AM				Spring wonder walk 13: Blackheath
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Sophie A.
NO NEED TO RSVP Blackheath Rhododendrons Time. Explore Rhododendrons Garden and Memorial Garden. Optional pie for lunch after walk. Limit: 10. View

7 Nov, Fri 10:30AM				Spring wonder walk 14 : Little Wobby
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	300m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
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

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