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12 Jul, Sat 8:00AM				Revelations Chamber and Dragons teeth rocks
Grade:5/6		Length	8km	480m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
The highlight of this walk are the amazing honeycomb caves we will pass along the way on this completely offtrack walk along with the very strange dragons teeth rock formations which are really quite incredible. Be prepared for trackless walking but also many amazing rock platforms, colourful overhangs and much more. rock scrambling and offtrack walking Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S and Wollangambe 89312S Limit: 12. View

19 Jul, Sat 8:00AM				City in the sky via Treasure chest ridge with Ultimate slot sidetrip
Grade:4/6		Length	6km	400m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
This is definitely one of my favourite walks in the Mugii Murum-Ban SCA as it shows off some of the most spectacular country in this fabulous location including an eagles eye view into the Valley of the Dinosaurs along with more pagodas than you can point a boot at!We will visit the Ultimate slot on the way back as it is only a short sidetrip! Once we leave the firetrail it is all offtrack walking along Treasure chest ridge but it is not terribly difficult. I've put the walk length at 6 kms but that is only if we are able to drive most of the way up the access road. If the access gate is closed add 4 extra kms. rock scrambling and offtrack walking Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N Limit: 12. View

26 Jul, Sat 8:00AM				Pisgah rock~dadder cave~Erskine creek~Jack Evans track
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	350m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
One of the classic lower mountains walks is this superb route that descends via the ruggedly beautiful Pisgah Rock and then we rock hop up to the historical Dadder Cave for a look, before experiencing the stunning beauty of the Erskine creek gorge and an easy ascent via Jack Evans track. There should be plenty of Winter wildflowers out too to enjoy along the way. rock hopping along the creek Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Penrith 90303N Limit: 20. View

2 Aug, Sat 8:00AM				Four level cave exploration via clifflines in Ben Bullen state forest
Grade:4/6		Length	7km	200m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
There are many sections of Ben Bullen state forest which need to be protected due to the ongoing coal mining industry encroaching upon and damaging the fragile pagoda landscape. On this walk we will explore a fascinating area that has many caves of significant importance, deep dark secretive slots and a thousand and one pagodas worth investigating! rock scrambling and offtrack walking Location: Ben Bullen SF Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View

9 Aug, Sat 8:30AM				Barren Grounds nature reserve ramble
Grade:3/6		Length	15km	370m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
At this time of the year the Barren Grounds is full of colour as Spring comes early to this enchanting nature reserve near the town of Robertson. On this circuit we will visit the various lookouts including Cooks Nose which has spectacular views over Foxground valley. Expect lots of flower stops and for those birdwatchers amongst us we may even spot the elusive ground parrot or eastern bristle bird. Location: Barren Grounds Nature Reserve Map: Kangaroo Valley 90284S Limit: 20. View

16 Aug, Sat 8:00AM				Genowlan point~the Citadel~Citadel spur~Citadel point~Glen Davis road
Grade:5/6		Length	6km	300m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
A walk for those who love rock scrambling,pagodas in abundance, interesting slots, ramps, passageways and even squeezy bits! Needless to say this walk has all of the above including the Ultimate View and a place which will leave you breathing hard, the birthing canal pass! Actually for this trip I'll have a tape so if you don't want to experience the aforementioned pass you don't have to and you can climb down beside it. In any case you must be prepared for plenty of offtrack walking and some scrubbashing. Although this walk goes past the Citadel it's an optional climb for those who don't want to attempt it. In any case the views along Citadel spur will blow you away. Early meetup at Capertee is essential. rock scrambling Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Ben Bullen 89314S Limit: 12. View

23 Aug, Sat 8:00AM				Heathcote~Goburra track~Pipeline trail~Lake Eckersley~Bullawarring track~Kingfisher pool~Waterfall
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	380m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Flowers galore on this easyish ramble through the beautiful Heathcote national park, visiting along the way many scenic spots such as kingfisher pool and always looking out for those blossoming gems which should be in abundance at this time of the year. Location: Heathcote NP Limit: 20. View

30 Aug, Sat 8:00AM				Martins lookout~Glenbrook creek~Kings link track~Bunyan lookout~Lost World lookout~Shark head cave~Glenbrook creek~Martins lookout
Grade:3/6		Length	8km	420m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
At the time of the year you can expect to see a multitude of wildflowers and of course you get the amazing local landscape with its stunning vistas, squeezy tunnels around Sharks head cave and amazing rock formations, plus it's not very far from the Sydney CBD as the crow flies! rock scrambling Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 20. View

6 Sep, Sat 8:00AM				Otford station~Cliff track~Palm jungle~Burning Palms~Burgh track~Hacking river trail~Helensburgh station
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	600m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(NEW!!!) This walk's theme is botanica as it's the first weekend of Spring and I want to see as many of the floral delights that this section of our oldest national park has to offer! Of course we will experience the stunning coastline and sections of rainforest too as we enjoy our surroundings on this relatively easy-ish hike. Location: Royal National Park Limit: 20. View

13 Sep, Sat 8:30AM				Rock bottom~Point Hatteras~Mine in the sky~Rock bottom
Grade:5/6		Length	10km	560m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(NEW!!!) From Rock Bottom we will access Point Hatteras via a route that follows under the clifflines below Point Hatteras and after ascending to the top will visit the Cape as well as the very interesting Mine in the Sky before descending via a route to the north of Airly Turret. Expect lots of rock scrambling and offtrack walking. The meeting time is early-ish as there is lots to explore on this hike! rock scrambling and offtrack walking Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N Limit: 12. View

20 Sep, Sat 8:30AM				Fitzroy Falls – West and East rim trails
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	430m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(NEW!!!) The West and East Rim tracks, which both start from the Fitzroy Falls visitor centre, offer 2 quite different vegetation types. As it's Spring time I think we can expect wonderful displays of the various flowering natives as we walk, and enjoy the many lookouts which both rim track can offer. Needless to say the views are incredible and I plan to see as much of this area as possible. I plan to do the West rim track before lunch and the shorter East rim track after our meal break with afternoon tea at the Burrow cafe situated at the visitor centre. slippery track in sections Location: Morton national park Limit: 20. View

27 Sep, Sat 8:30AM				Linden firetrail~Turtle falls~Linden creek~Meeks falls~Peggys track and falls
Grade:4/6		Length	5km	150m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(NEW!!!) What the walk lacks in distance it makes up for in features with 3 beautiful named waterfalls along the way and many others along Linden creek that whilst don't have a name are worthy of a visit! Expect some offtrack walking and boulder hopping along Linden creek between Turtle falls and Meeks Falls. rock hopping and offtrack Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 12. View

25 Oct - 5 Nov, Sat-Wed				Peru: Amazon to the Andes.
					Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(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

7-20 Nov, Fri (09:00AM)-Thu (09:00AM)				Ecuador
					Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(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

6 Dec, Sat 8:00AM				The flying carpet and clifflines of Carne creek
Grade:5/6		Length	7km	200m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Projecting itself out from the cliff into the void above Carne creek caves is the aptly named Flying Carpet! This narrowish slab of rock affords the cautious walker outstanding views of the surrounding clifflines all around and far down into Carne creek. We will also visit the wonderful Koan cave too as we progress along the towering escarpment. A walk for those with an adventurous spirit! rock scrambling and offtrack walking Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: cullen bullen Limit: 12. View

27-30 Dec, Sat (08:00AM)-Tue (13:00PM)				Mountain Lagoon-T3 trail-Tootie creek-Colo river-Colo Meroo campground-Mailes Ridge track
Grade:4/6		Length	31km	800m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) When the heat of Summer is upon us, where do we go to escape the heat? The Colo River Gorge of course! On this particular walk we will experience the outstanding beauty of what is essentially the lifeline and heart of the Wollemi wilderness, the stunning Colo River and in particular the section between Tootie Creek and Meroo campsite. Expect long sandbanks, clear, tranquil pools, the exquisite Tootie cascades and lots of peace and quiet with only birdsong and the rivers gentle sounds to keep you company, as well as you're hiking friends of course. offtrack walking along the Colo river with scrambling at times. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S Limit: 12. View

7 Mar, Sat - 10 Mar, Mon				Frenchmans Cap track Tasmania
Grade:4/6		Length	48km	1,200m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(NEW!!!) (Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) The Frenchmans Cap track in Tasmania's central plateau is an outstanding walk to one of the states tallest peaks, and allows the adventurous hiker to experience a landscape of outstanding beauty whilst being able to stay in comfortable huts along the way. This will be my 5th visit to the area and I'm as excited to revisit as I was on my first trip there back in the early 1980s, as unlike the Overland Track which is full of people, you'll often have the track to yourself. possible snow and rain with a steep track in parts Location: franklin -gordon wild rivers national park Limit: 18. View

12-14 Mar, Thu (07:30AM)-Sat (13:00PM)				Mt Ossa, Mt Pelion East, Mt Oakleigh and Mt Pillinger
Grade:4/6		Length	44km	1,500m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(NEW!!!) (Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Via the Arm river we will hike into Pelion hut where we will base ourselves over the next 2 nights. From this comfortable base will endeavour to climb Tasmania's highest peak, Mt Ossa along with two other spectacular summits, Mt Oakleigh and Mt Pelion East. possible snow and rain with rock scrambling Location: Cradle Mountain NP Limit: 18. View

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