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23 Mar, Sat 8:00AM | Moffitts Pagodas and Hades Ridge in the Poseidon area | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 7km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) This trip has two parts with the first being an exploration of the Moffitts Pagodas, a place I've wanted to investigate for a long time. The 2nd is to the short but spectacular Hades Ridge in the Ben Bullen State Forest, a little to the West of the Moffitts Pagodas and definitely a ridge worth exploring. Rock scrambling and off-track walking. Location: Gardens of Stone NP and Ben Bullen SF Map: Ben Bullen 89314S Limit: 12. View |
28 Mar - 1 Apr, Thu-Mon | Easter at Bhundoo bush cottages | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 40km | Sydney Branch | ||
Mark G. | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Nestled on a private property within sight of the Castle is the beautiful and serene Bhundoo Bush Cottages property. With its 3 spacious and very comfortable cottages and loads of camping area it's the perfect place to spy out the local wildlife including wombats, wallabies and even platypus have been sighted in the local Yadboro river. Of course it's also the perfect location to venture forth and explore the local national parks including Murramarang and Meroo.
2nd leader will be Adrian Barden Location: Murramarang NP Map: Milton 89272N and Corang 89273N Limit: 20. View |
13 Apr, Sat | McLeans Pass – Mt McLean – Firebird Rocks | ||||
Grade:5/6 | Length | 8km | 450m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
(Nearly fully booked) This walk will take you down to the spectaular Stargate Tunnel and Mcleans Pass and then head west into a complex area of clifflines, slots and pagodas, and including Hecates Cauldron. Perhaps the biggest thrill will be to explore the visually stunning Firebird Rocks. Although not a long walk, it will keep you busy and enthralled for many hours! Rock scrambling and off-track walking. Location: Gardens of Stone SCA Map: Ben Bullen 89314S Limit: 12. View |
20 Apr, Sat 8:00AM | Devils Throat, top and bottom | ||||
Grade:5/6 | Length | 8km | 350m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
Following Camp creek we will visit the incredible Devils Throat, a narrow, deep short canyon with several spectacular waterfalls, sculptured walls and plunge pools. We will view this natural marvel from the top and bottom. Expect lots of scrambling and the odd tricky bit! Rock hopping and off-track. Location: Newnes SF Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View |
27 Apr, Sat 8:00AM | Bungonia Gorge – Mt Ayre – Shoalhaven River – Long Point | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 9km | 550m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
A spectacular walk visiting 2 stunning lookouts with a river inbetween! Of course you have a big hill descending from Bungonia Lookout, down to the Shoalhaven River via Mt Ayre as the first section of the walk. Then a leisurely stroll along this most beautiful of rivers, before tackling the zig zag track that takes you up to Long Point. Steep sections of track. Location: Morton NP Map: Caoura 1: 25 000 Limit: 20. View |
4 May, Sat 8:00AM | East Creek exploration | ||||
Grade:5/6 | Length | 7km | 250m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
Deep inside the Newnes State Forest is an unprotected area worth saving and of course visiting, East Creek. Within its deep sculptured walls, there are wonderful overhangs and sections of towering forest, along with a few superb waterfalls which we will visit along the way. Come see why this area should be included within the Gardens of Stone National Park. Rock scrambling. Location: Newnes State Forest Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View |
11 May, Sat 8:00AM | Red Ledge Pass – Devils Hole Track | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 9km | 500m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Red Ledge Pass is one of the many scenic passes off the Narrowneck that are worth a visit but still pose a bit of a challenge as it's steep in parts with a rough track only to the top of the pass with a bush bash down into the valley. Then it's a walk along to Devils Hole, which is very scenic with its small stand of rainforest and giant chockstone. Off-track and scrambling. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Katoomba Limit: 15. View |
25 May, Sat 8:00AM | Mt Colong exploration | ||||
Grade:5/6 | Length | 8km | 400m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
Mt Colong lies deep within the Kanangra-Boyd National Park and is approached on the western side via the Old Colong Stock route. It has an amazing flat-topped grassy summit with the Blue Mountains' largest cairn on top, standing over 5 metres high and built by expert Scottish stonemasons in the early last century. It even has a tunnel right through the middle and really is a sight to behold. Of course, there's a book to sign as well. We will ascend via one ridge and descend via another. If there is time, I'd like to visit Square Rock which is close by. Because it's about a 100-minute drive from Oberon, which is the nearest town, I intend to stay here the night before the walk. Off-track and scrambling. Location: Kanangra-Boyd NP Map: Bindook 89294S and Yeranderie Limit: 8. View |
8 Jun, Sat 7:30AM | The Citadel and the Ultimate View exploration | ||||
Grade:5/6 | Length | 8km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
I've wanted to climb the Citadel for a long time and to explore the area to the north, around the Ultimate View and the nearby clifflines/slots and terraces. So I look forward to being able to do this with like-minded, adventurous people in an area not often visited due to its rugged nature. The walk is generally a grade 5, but for those who want to climb the Citadel, it will be a grade 6. Rock scrambling and off-track walking. Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N Limit: 12. View |
9 Jun, Sun 7:30AM | The caves of Carne Creek | ||||
Grade:5/6 | Length | 7km | 400m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
If you love traversing along spectacular escarpments and are keen to explore some superb caves, then this is the walk for you! From Koan Cave in the north, we will travel south on the eastern side of Carne Creek, enjoying the panoramic views along the way. We will visit Shovel, Sand and Michelangelos Caves along the way, as well as numerous slots, ramps and some truly amazing stone sculptures such as the Flying Dragon, Koan Chair and many more. The meeting spot will be at the Zig Zag Railway. Rock scrambling and off-track walking. Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View |
15 Jun, Sat 8:00AM | Upper Grose wanderings | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 10km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
A walk in the upper reaches of the Grose River in which we will explore the various pagodas and fascinating rock formations of this often overlooked area. Expect some off-track and rock scrambling along the way. Rock scrambling. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Mt Wilson Limit: 12. View |
22 Jun, Sat 8:29AM | Hermit Track – Dobsons Cave – Little River Circuit | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 8km | 100m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
A delightful walk mainly following the picturesque Little river which has many superb swimming holes and cascades. Hopefully not too late for a dip! Rock hopping along the river. Location: Nattai NP Limit: 12. View |
29 Jun, Sat 8:00AM | Upper Wolgan River wanderings | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 8km | 200m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
(NEW!!!) The upper Wolgan River has a lot to offer the adventurous bushwalker, including some spectacular pagoda clusters, the interesting Tindalls swamp and cascades among other attractions. If time allows, I'd like to visit Wolgan Falls towards the end of the walk. Off-track walking and rock scrambling. Location: Newnes SF Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View |
6 Jul, Sat 8:30PM | Mailmans Walking Track – Mt Olive – Emerald Pool – Hominy Creek Trail – Mt Olive Trail | ||||
Grade:3/6 | Length | 14km | 450m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
(NEW!!!) With luck, there will be some winter flowers out as we walk down to the spectacular Emerald Pool and enjoy several lookouts along the way on this wonderful circuit, not all that far from the maddening crowd! Location: Popran NP Limit: 20. View |
13 Jul, Sat 8:00AM | Starlights Trail – Emmett Flat – Nattai River – Slott Way Track | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 14km | 600m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
(NEW!!!) The Nattai River is a place not often visited but it's certainly worth the effort of getting there as it's a peaceful and spectacular place to spend a few hours searching out the odd platypus or wombat! On this walk we will descend to the river and follow it along to the Slott Way Track so making this an interesting circuit.
By this time of year, the wattle should be starting to bloom, so this could be a colourful walk, too! Steep ascents and descents. Location: Nattai NP Map: Nattai 89291S Limit: 20. View |
21-28 Jul, Sun (08:45AM)-Sun (14:00PM) | New Caledonia. GRNC1. Grand Randonnee | ||||
Grade:4/6 | Length | 120km | 4,800m | Sydney Branch | |
Mark G. | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) The GRNC1 crosses the great southern section of Grande Terre, the main island of New Caledonia and takes bushwalkers on a journey of a variety of habitats from tropical beaches to towering rainforests, waterfalls galore and scenic mountain ridges, making this truly a walk in paradise. There are walkers huts at each campsite and we will travel through the Blue River provincial park for a large section of the walk. Almost all of the flora and fauna is endemic to the island which makes this walk very special. Location: Blue River provincial Park Map: Alltrails Limit: 14. View |
14-27 Oct, Mon-Sun | Madagascar wildlife and walking tour | ||||
Sydney Branch | |||||
Mark G. | |||||
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) This trip will be run by the experienced Exodus Tour company which I’ve travelled with on several occasions to parts of Africa and found them to be very professional and extremely informative and exciting in the locations they visit and the guides they provide. Accommodation is of a high standard. This is a small group trip with maximum of 12. Currently 8 spaces left and there is a 20% discount with Tourrader until 2.11.23 View |
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