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24 Oct, Fri 9:30AM |
Ashfield Historic Walk & Jacaranda |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Esther |
 LEADER: LYNNE HEWITT RSVP DIRECT TO lehewitt@optusnet.com.au 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.
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31 Oct, Fri 10:40AM |
Spring wonder walk 13: Blackheath |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Sophie A. |
 (Updated Details) NO NEED TO RSVP Blackheath Rhododendrons Time. Explore Rhododendrons Garden and Memorial Garden. Optional pie for lunch after walk.
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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.
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14 Nov, Fri 8:52AM |
Spring wonder walk 15: Manly to Spit |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
250m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Esther |
 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 Reserve, Grotto 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.
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21 Nov, Fri 10:00AM |
Spring wonder walk 16: Jacaranda and native trees |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
6km |
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Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Esther |
 A leisurely stroll to learn about the native trees and admire the colourful Jacaranda trees.
Limit: 50.
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28 Nov, Fri 9:30AM |
Spring wonder walk 17: Botanic Garden |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Ken |
 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.
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5 Dec, Fri 8:32AM |
Xmas walk and lunch |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
9km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Esther |
    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 lead the walk
Esther will serve lunch.
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 Street crossings Limit: 10.
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19 Dec, Fri 9:00AM |
Kangaroo Point Boardwalk – Hawkesbury River |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
20m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Brad S. |
  RSVP only accepted from 2 weeks prior to 7 pm the day before the event. An out and back walk from Hawkesbury River Station to Kangaroo Point incorporating the Brooklyn Boardwalk and Hornsby Council’s new Kangaroo Point Boardwalk. Easy, level walking along footpaths and boardwalks with scenic views of the Hawkesbury River. If there is interest, we can add an extra 1.5km loop to Parsley Bay after we return to Hawkesbury River Station. Steps, occasional car traffic. Location: Hawkesbury River Limit: 15.
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26 Dec, Fri 9:30AM |
Surry Hills, Darlinghurst, Moore Park |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Kevin C. |
 LEADER: KEVIN CLIFFE
Loop walk from Surry Hills Light Rail Station
HIGHLIGHTS
Reserves |
Street gardens |
Terraces |
Messina |
Historic Pubs |
Public schools |
police |
churches |
museums |
hospitals |
Trendy bars |
Galleries |
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Limit: 10.
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31 Dec, Wed 6:00PM |
NYE Fireworks at Strickland Estate |
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Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Esther |
   Leader: Philip Wright We have secured some tickets to Strickland Estate to view the fireworks.
Bring a picnic and non-alcoholic drinks or buy food and alcohol at this licensed site.
There is plenty of room for all to have a wonderful view of the harbour,
Access to Strickland House estate is via the gates on Vaucluse Road. Gates open at 5.00 pm.
Limit: 18.
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26 Jun, Fri 9:30AM |
Eastwood to Macquarie Centre |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Kevin C. |
 Leader: Kevin Cliffe. Nice walk on paths at first through parks near creek.
Creek crossing for a bit of excitement. Good views out to parramatta, Olympic Park and beyond. steep grassy hill, bush track, big trees and paths, Plus stately houses Creek crossing Limit: 10.
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