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| 7 Nov, Fri 10:30AM |
Spring wonder walk 14 : Little Wobby |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
9km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
  LEADER: PHILIP WRIGHT
We walk along the water front from West to East and return, via Little Patonga Beach and Smugglers Cave. Fairly flat to start with but the uphill part is steep. An available option to return on high ground for superb views and vegetations.
Great views and wild flowers.
Steep and slippery sections
The ferry is part of opal system now. For the seniors… $2.50 for all day travel. 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: New Nature Trail, Turpentine-Ironbark Forest (STIF) and native trees |
| Grade:1/6 |
Length |
5km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (Changed Transport Details)
A new nature trail was completed in November 2024, with over 60 native plant species planted to support local biodiversity. These diverse understorey plantings provide essential food and shelter for beneficial insects, reptiles, small birds, and mammals. This walk on Wangal Nature Trail transforms a once-neglected urban corridor into a thriving green space that celebrates nature, culture, and community.
A leisurely stroll to see the Sydney Turpentine-Ironbark Forest (STIF) and learn about native trees.
Meet at corner of Burwood Road and Deane Street (just on the right of Burwood Station as you exit)
Walk through lively Burwood, Burwood Park to Queen Elizabeth Park and finish at Edward Park. Take a bus afterwards.
Feel free to arrive Burwood early to have breakfast or morning tea. Burwood is a bustling suburb with plenty of food options.
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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| 12 Dec, Fri 9:30AM |
Sheldon Forest |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
9km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) LEADER: Philip Wright
Sheldon Forest Circuit walk
The track meanders through the beautiful bushland of Sheldon Forest, along ridge tops, through open forest on the hill slopes and down to the creek side, following a stream that boasts a number of small waterfalls. The forest is one of the few remaining pieces of the Blue Gum high forest in the Sydney Basin. It is of high conservation status because it contains some of the last remnants of the endangered ecological communities. Echidnas, bowerbirds, water dragons, golden whistlers, pardalotes and powerful owls have been seen. We will check out Rofe Park as well. Steep and slippery sections 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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| 9 Jan, Fri 9:30AM |
Discovering Sydney No 2:King’s Cross to Paddington |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
9km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) Discovering Sydney:learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew
Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister
No 2:King's Cross to Paddington
LEADER: Heather Lakiss RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com
Limit: 10.
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| 16 Jan, Fri 9:30AM |
Discovering Sydney No 3 : Chippendale to Botanic Garden |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) Discovering Sydney:learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew
Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister
Chippendale to Botanic Garden
LEADER: Philip Wright Limit: 10.
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| 23 Jan, Fri 9:30AM |
Discovering Sydney No 4 : Redfern to Newtown |
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Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) Discovering Sydney:learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister
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| 30 Jan, Fri 8:30AM |
Discovering Sydney No 5 : City West |
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Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) 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: Philip Wright
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| 6 Feb, Fri 9:30AM |
Discovering Sydney No 6: Parramatta Part 1 |
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Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) 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: STEVE RINGBAUER
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| 13 Feb, Fri 9:30AM |
Discovering Sydney No 7 Balmain East |
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Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) 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: Heather Lakiss RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com
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| 20 Feb, Fri 9:30AM |
Exploring Sydney No 8: North Sydney: CQ to Woolstonecraft |
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Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) 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: Heather Lakiss RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com
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| 3 Jul, Fri 9:16AM |
Xmas in July Walk and Talk and Eat |
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Length |
8km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
 (NEW!!!) LEADER: Heather Lakiss RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com
Walk The Great River Walk from Penrith to Emu Plains and have lunch at
O'Donoghues Pub
Irish Pub Slippery sections Limit: 20.
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