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8 Oct, Wed 9:00AM				Upper Bunnair Creek
Grade:3/6		Length	5km		Milton Branch
Paul B.
Using a surprisingly new and little-known track, we will explore the enchanted rainforest below the escarpment in the upper Bunnair Creek valley. Find hidden gems, caves and gurgling creeks that disappear. Coffee afterwards in Milton. Location: Morton NP Limit: 12. View

8 Oct, Wed 11:30AM				Walkers get-together
					Sydney Branch
Mal
Want 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. None. Location: Emu Plains View

10 Oct, Fri 9:30AM				In search of Wombats Walk (#024S)
Grade:3/6		Length	4km	20m	Southern Highlands Branch
Leanne W
We guarantee that you will see a wombat on this walk through Hammock Hill Reserve. BYO: morning tea. include uneven surfaces that can be slippery, falling branches, snakes & cyclists. Location: Hammock Hill Reserve Limit: 15. 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

11 Oct, Sat 8:00AM				Cowan station~Jerusalem Bay~Taffys Rock and return
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	500m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
One of the reasons I want to do this walk is because of the bountiful displays of wildflowers you encounter on the track at this time of the year in the height of Spring. Last time I ventured along this trail the wildflowers were breathtaking and I see no reason to believe this time it will be any different! Expect lots of stops along the way to photograph the blooms and the spectacular scenery around Jerusalem Bay and on the wonderful Taffys Rock. Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Limit: 20. View

11 Oct, Sat 10:25AM				Green Square to Ozharvest
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ken
(Date Changed) 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

11 Oct, Sat 9:00AM				Wolli Creek to Kurnell and Cape Solander
		Length	60km		Southern Sydney Branch
John K
Mostly on cycle paths, some riding on Captain Cook Drive. This road is used by many cyclists and motorists are aware of cyclists. Coffee break on the way. Return to start. Confirm with leader by Wednesday 8 October. View

12 Oct, Sun 8:30AM				Jerrawangala – Wandean Gap Loop
Grade:4/6		Length	10km		Milton Branch
Megan H.
The circuit starts from the Braidwood Road near the Cassia Rd intersection. It traverses lovely woodland, heath and cliff top views before descending down Wandean Gap following some old logging trails through Yerriyong State Forest and back up to the starting point. Some steep sections and off trail involved. Location: Yerriyong SF Map: Sassafras Limit: 10. View

12 Oct, Sun 7:01AM				Wild Gorge, Dome Cave and Cosmic Cave
Grade:5/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Find out why this spectacular area must be better protected for future generations. Park on Sunnyside Ridge Road at GR 386 069 and walk east to the head of a tributary of Wild Gorge. Descend it, visiting Dome Cave and Pinch Point Circle along the way. Move south east and out towards Carne Creek, then climb out on a tributary and visit Cosmic Cave. Exit via Split Rock Point and Pass. Re-connect with the cars. About 8 km. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Gardens of Stone SCA Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N View

13 Oct, Mon 9:49AM				Grand Canyon
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	533m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
Meet outside the Carrington hotel bus stop 698 to Blackheath. The bus leaves at 9:49. Alight at Evans Lookout road. Walk along the road to Neates Glen. Descend, walk along the creek and Up. Cliff top walk and Breaside walk to finish at Blackheath station. Great views when clear. Steep descent and ascent. Rough, slippery. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

13-17 Oct, Mon (07:30AM)-Fri (17:00PM)				WA – Bibbulmun Track
Grade:4/6					Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Ian G.
(Fully Booked) Leader: Jerry Bour   13th Oct 25, Monday: Bibbulmun Track, Walpole-Nornalup NP, WA. Drop off at Sappers Bridge, walk along the Frankland River to the Frankland River Campsite. And from there mainly downhill, passing Douglas Look out, Giant Tingle Tree and Hill Top lookout to Coal Mine Beach Road. Distance 16.5km. Could be slippery, steep in places.    14th Oct 25 Tuesday: Bibbulmun Track, Walpole-Nornalup NP, WA. Drop of at Sappers Bridge, Walk to Tree Top Walk,  10KM. Tour at Tree Top walks. Slippery, steep in places.    15th Oct 25 Wednesday: Bibbulmun Track, Walpole-Nornalup NP, WA.  Drop off at Peaceful Bay and walk along the cliff tops, via Soft Beach, Cape Hope, Kingy Rock Castle Rock, and dune areas to Rame Head Campsite. From here to the spectacular Conspicuous Cliff. 16.3 KM. Hilly, sandy, slippery.     16th Oct 25 Thursday. Bibbulmun Track, Walpole-Nornalup NP, WA. Drop of at Suspension Bridge, Tinglewood Drive, West of Rest Point. Steep climb to Mount Clare and Mount Clare Campsite. Follow Bibbulmun Track via John Rate Lookout to Rest Point Caravan Park. 11KM. There is an option to get dropped off before Mount Clare, (so no climbing). Steep and slippery.     17th Oct 25 Friday, Walpole-Nornalup NP and Mnt Frankland NP, ECO cruise on the Walpole Inlet with some walks. In the afternoon a drive via Fernhook Falls, walks and views. Then to Mount Frankland and the Caldyanup Lookout and the Summit (300 even steps). A steep climb to the top with an option to walk around the base.   Uneven surface steep section Limit: 12. View

14 Oct, Tue 9:30AM				Griffiths Trail Circuit (#350)
Passes through 2 LGA's. The Council of the Municipality of Kiama Shoalhaven City Council
Grade:3/6		Length	8km	200m	Southern Highlands Branch
Mark P.
(Cancelled) A circuit walk through varied vegetation including forest and open heathland.  A short detour to a lookout gives views along the coast.  There are many birds and a lovely lunch spot by the creek. Rough track, slippery rocks and creek crossing. Location: Barren Grounds NP Map: Robertson 9028-4N Limit: 12. View

14 Oct, Tue 9:30AM				Manning Lookout to Crystal Pool (#180)
Passes through 2 LGA's. Wingecarribee Shire Council Shoalhaven City Council
Grade:3/6		Length	6km	330m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Mark P.
(Leader Changed) The walk begins at Manning Lookout near Fitzroy Falls.  Here there are great views over Kangaroo Valley.  The walk then follows the escarpment past several view points and along a fence line across a couple of small creeks to Crystal Pool.  The water leaves the pool to fall over the escarpment into the valley below.  Return by the same route. Indistinct and easily lost track, rough track, fallen trees, slippery rocks and unfenced cliff edges Location: Morton NP (Fitzroy Falls) Map: Kangaroo Valley 9028-4-S Limit: 12. View

15-23 Oct, Wed (16:00PM)-Thu (08:00AM)				Kosciuszko Full Pack Walk
Grade:4/6		Length	50km	2,200m	Sydney Branch
Richard T.
A repeat of last year's walk which was just awesome; one of the very best in Kosciuszko area.  Email for an information pack about the walk. A six-night full pack walk involving Daveys Hut, Kidmans Hut, and Mawsons Hut. Exact details will be determined by weather and other factors. We camp near these huts but not in them so everyone must be fully equipped for the variety of conditions in the area which can be very variable. We stay at ski lodge in Jindabyne for a night on either side of the walk with our regular BBQ overlooking the lake. We need some suitable cars in order to access the start of the walk. Always a pleasure walking in Kosciuszko area and this walk has everything: magnificent scenery; lovely bush; great campsites; and some challenging walking.  Not to be missed! Location: Kosciuszko NP Limit: 8. View

15 Oct, Wed 9:50AM				Maroubra to Bondi Sculptures by the Sea
Grade:2/6		Length	11km	50m	Sydney Branch
Denise S.
Walk from Maroubra Beach to Bondi via Coogee, Clovelly, Bronte and Tamarama. From Tamarama to Bondi walk at your own pace looking at the Sculptures by the Sea exhibition. Location: Eastern Suburbs Coastal walkway Limit: 15. View

15 Oct, Wed 8:30AM				Minnamurra Falls
Grade:3/6		Length	4km		Milton Branch
Jon R.
Starting at Minnamurra Rainforest Centre, enjoy spectacular rainforest, waterfall and canyon views from several viewing platforms along the Minnamurra River.  BYO morning tea and lunch.  National Parks entry fee applies. Location: Budderoo NP View

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
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) 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
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.
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
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

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