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29 Jan, Sun 3:00PM |
Birding; Lady Carrington Drive |
Grade:1/6 |
Length |
5km |
100m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
   (NEW!!!) Over the afternoon, as birds become active, the northern sections of Lady Carrington Drive can become active. It's a good time to explore, with binoculars and camera, and who knows what we might find! Location: Royal National Park Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10.
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30 Jan, Mon 9:35AM |
Watsons Bay to Bondi |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
9km |
330m |
Sydney Branch |
John H. |
    (NEW!!!) This is a great coastal walk to escape the heat. There are great views along and the way and an invitation to have a surf at Bondi at the conclusion of the walk. You can purchase your lunch at Bondi too. Booking essential. Include your mobile, emergency contact and NPA numbers. Some stairs and not much shade, so bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water. Map: Sydney Heads 91302N Limit: 20.
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9 Feb, Thu 9:01AM |
Leacock Regional Park |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
5km |
100m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
    (NEW!!!) It's time to return to this Cumberland Plain woodland, see what is there, loop back and visit the Art Gallery at Casula Poowerhouse (an exhibition on flight!) and, if tempted, join me for lunch at the Art Gallery. Limit: 10.
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13 Feb, Mon 9:00AM |
Boat Harbour |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
5km |
50m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
  (NEW!!!) The waders might soon be getting ready to head home. Let's see how many are around and how many species we can find. Some soft, sandy walking conditions. Location: Kamay Botany Bay National Park Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10.
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20 Feb, Mon 9:00AM |
South Head |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
150m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
    (NEW!!!) We'll begin south of the Macquarie Lighthouse before heading north and looping around South Head. Ferry return. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 12.
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2 Mar, Thu 9:00AM |
Sydney Olympic Park |
Grade:3/6 |
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50m |
Southern Sydney Branch |
Brian E. |
   (NEW!!!) More chances to enjoy the birds. It's a rich area with many different habitats. Location: Sydney Olympic Park Limit: 12.
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11 Mar, Sat 8:29AM |
Hat Hill Canyon |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
8km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
  Hat Hill Canyon is a relatively easy canyon as it involves no abseils, but it includes a couple of very short swims and some extremely attractive canyon sections that will make for an interesting and exciting trip. 3 very short swims so wetsuit needed. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Mt Wilson
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6-13 May, Sat (11:36AM)-Sat (16:00PM) |
Lord Howe Island May 2023 #1 |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
200m |
Branch |
Sally |
            (Nearly fully booked) The last of the special trips to Lord Howe Island started during the pandemic. A visit to this World Heritage site is on many people's to-do list. In this trip we not only walk the many beautiful tracks, but also learn from the local experts why the island is so special in the stories of evolution and conservation. You may also encounter one of the most unique birds which was the reason of David Attenborough's 1997 visit. The trip package includes flights, accommodation, restaurant meals, lectures, guided walks, low tide reef walks and night walks. You can also enjoy your own walks, snorkelling, golfing, etc.. Club insurance does not apply to this commercial trip. For the detailed trip plan please contact sally.bushwalk@tallyhoaccounting.com.au or 0451637848 (text message preferred) None Location: Lord Howe Island Map: Lord Howe Island Limit: 18.
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13-20 May, Sat (12:22PM)-Sat (14:00PM) |
Lord Howe Island May 2023 #2 |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
200m |
Branch |
Sally |
            The last of the special trips to Lord Howe Island started during the pandemic. A visit to this World Heritage site is on many people's to-do list. In this trip we not only walk the many beautiful tracks, but also learn from the local experts why the island is so special in the stories of evolution and conservation. You may also encounter one of the most unique birds which was the reason of David Attenborough's 1997 visit. The trip package includes flights, accommodation, restaurant meals, lectures, guided walks, low tide reef walks and night walks. You can also enjoy your own walks, snorkelling, golfing, etc.. Club insurance does not apply to this commercial trip. For the detailed trip plan please contact sally.bushwalk@tallyhoaccounting.com.au or 0451637848 (text message preferred) Map: Lord Howe Island Limit: 18.
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13 Jun, Tue 10:00AM |
The Colour walks series No 14: Camellia Gardens Carringbah |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
4km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Esther |
    Leader: Philip Wright
Camellia Gardens
Located in Caringbah and overlooking beautiful Yowie Bay, the Gardens were recognised by the International Camellia Society as a Camellia Gardens of Excellence in 2014. There are sixty Camellia Gardens of Excellence in the world, with the Camellia Gardens and Lisgar Gardens in Hornsby being the only two in NSW.
The Gardens have over 400 cultivars and species donated and acquired since its first plantings began in 1969, in addition to many other rare ornamental and native plants. The collection is of unique value to Australian horticulture. The Gardens have something for all seasons. The camellias are in season during autumn and winter.
Tea house serves delicious devonshire and lunches.
We will play by ear. A walk at Woronora Cemetery can be added on. Location: Caringbah
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16 Jul, Sun 9:30AM |
The Alphabet series: “C” …Convict Trail Walk |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
350m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Ewan C. |
 (NEW!!!) Convict Trail Walk - Finchs Line/ Mt Devine and Shepherds Gully circuit.
Distance 11 km, approx,
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11 Aug, Fri 9:17AM |
Colour walk series No 6: Rock orchids galore |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
240m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Esther |
   Spring is orchid time. Sylvan Grove Native Garden has such an array of Rock Orchids. They are majestic flowers to admire. https://www.cbcity.nsw.gov.au/environment/parks-reserves/sylvan-grove-native-garden It s also a botanical garden with a variety of plants. After the garden, we will take a walk in Georges National Park with great views of the river. Spring flowers including native orchids will be plenty. Can arrive early to have coffee before the connecting bus. More options on South Side of the Station.
Steep and slippery sections Map: Picnic Point
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15 Sep, Fri 9:01AM |
Colour walk series: Lisgar Garden |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
300m |
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. Spread across 6 acres, the garden packs a lot in with a little bit of something for everyone. Expect to see camelias, spring flowers, orchids, Magnolia, ferns, rare natural heritage, fish ponds, interesting landmarks such as murals and brick pit. Preview of Lisgar Gardens There are sixty Camellia Gardens of Excellence in the world, with the Camellia Gardens and Lisgar Gardens in Hornsby being the only two in NSW. Optional lunch at Hornsby RSL club. Stairs and slippery sections. Map: Hornsby Limit: 15.
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17 Dec - 15 Jan, Sun-Sun |
Mallee & Grampians 4WD & Bushwalking adventure – Re-scheduled |
Grade:3/6 |
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Sydney Branch |
Brian P. |
    (Date Changed) Expressions of Interest sought for a four week adventure including plenty of opportunity for walking. It will operate as a tag-along (self-drive convoy) 4WD trip with new locations on most days. You may camp, attach a vehicle camper (preferred) or tow an off-road camper-trailer.
Mallee country, visiting Murray-Sunset NP, Big Desert Wilderness Park & Wyperfeld NP featuring a vast desert with saltbush flats and grassland plains scattered with sand dunes and the famous Pink Lakes are outstanding subjects for photography, with large numbers of emus, kangaroos, native birds, attractive woodlands and colourful spring wildflower displays.
Followed by The Grampians NP, spectacular mountain peaks and dramatic rock formations feature picturesque waterfalls, panoramic views and fascinating Aboriginal rock art sites. Dramatic lookouts and a network of excellent walking tracks. The massive sandstone ramparts of the Grampians rear up from the western end of Victoria’s Great Dividing Range, reaching more than 1000 metres above the surrounding fertile plains. Known as Gariwerd by the local Aboriginal people, it has an indigenous history stretching back for thousands of years.
- Joint adventure with the Bush Club
- Travel guides available - (request by email to leader)
- Strict limit on vehicle numbers
- NOTE: You must have (or have use of) a suitable vehicle for this adventure!
This is a 4WD adventure, participants should be familiar with driving a 4WD vehicle in both desert and mountainous regions, carry and be conversant with the use of recovery gear. Location: Grampians NP, Wyperfeld NP, and Mallee country
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5 Jan, Fri 9:30AM |
Summer short walk: Centennial Park to Bronte Beach |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Esther |
     We walk from Centennial Park to Bronte Beach where you can have a swim. Points of interest: Centennial Park, Queens Park, Waverly Park, churches, waterfalls, Bronte Beach. Optional lunch at Bronte.
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12 Jan, Fri 9:00AM |
The Alphabet Series: “A”..An artistic, architectural and engineering stroll |
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Length |
9km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Esther |
   (NEW!!!) LEADER: HEATHER LAKISS. (RSVP DIRECT TO HEATHERLAKISS@GMAIL.COM
An easy stroll from St Peters station through Sydney Park , several other parks, explore South Eveleigh redevelopment taking in little parks and artistic designs, Locomotive Street and on to Carriageworks via Redfern Station. Carriageworks is a multi-arts urban cultural precinct located at the former Eveleigh Railway Workshops in Redfern, Sydney, Australia. Carriageworks showcases contemporary art and performing arts, as well as being used for filming, festivals, fairs and commercial exhibitions. Highlights : Sydney Festival displays, Community Garden, Historic Brickworks, Ponds, Water birds, Stepping stones, Gumnut hideouts, Happy tears, locomotives, engineering of yesteryear, Exhibition, historic buildings, Kylie Kwong's restaurant, optional lunch at The Royal Hotel for the $15 lunch. Return home by walking back to Redfern station or walk to City Road to catch a bus.
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