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25 Jul, Sun 8:21AM			20km plus walk series : Spit to Manly via North Head
Grade:4/6	Length	23km	500m	Southern Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
The beauty of the surrounds on the Spit Bridge to Manly Coastal Walk is breathtaking: groves of trees with tangled limbs, sculptural rock shelves and dramatic cliffs that change hue at dawn and dusk, reflecting the first and last rays of the sun over the sea. The track unravels through a mix of bushland and harbourside trails and series of short tracks crossing between stunning beaches, bays and inlets in North Sydney. Highlights of this walk the tidal pool in Fairlight, Clontarf Beach, Reef Beach, Crater Cove, whale watching Grotto Point Lighthouse, the Spit Bridge The official Spit to Manly track passes through Dobroyd Head, Shelley Beach Manly Beach North Head Freshwater Beach Reef Beach Arabanoo lookout Enjoy a drink at Manly after the walk Steep and slippery sections Location: Manly Limit: 12. View

25 Jul, Sun 8:50AM			Harbour to Hawkesbury warm up walk: Cremorne to Balmoral/The Spit
Grade:3/6	Length	13km	300m	Sydney Branch
Stuart S.
(Updated Details) What makes the Cremorne to Balmoral walk unique is that even though the city skyline is just a couple of kilometres away, you feel like you are miles from any city while walking here. Over the course of the walk you will come across The pristine bushland of Sydney Harbour National Park An abundance of spectacular views of the harbour An old Naval Base Tiny harbour beaches where you can take a swim A nude beach Several cafes and restaurants at Chowder Bay The Sydney Harbour Marine Institute where you can learn more about the Harbour If the tide is low when we finish at Balmoral, we may extend to The Spit along the waterfront. In that case, the walk will be 17 km. Limit: 12. View

25 Jul, Sun 10:44AM			Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 27 Minnamurra to Kiama
Grade:3/6	Length	10km	150m	Illawarra Branch
Graham B.
(Nearly fully booked) As part of Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads walks series, we will walk from Minnamurra to Kiama on the 'Kiama Coast Walk' - part of the Great South Coast Walk (http://greatsouthcoastwalk.net/) a long-distance walking route along the southern coastline of New South Wales, from Bundeena on the southern fringe of Sydney, to Mallacoota, just over the border in Victoria, 660km in total. This section takes us via the spectacular Minnamurra river entrance then headlands, beaches and rock platforms to Kiama harbour and Blowhole. Steep and slippery sections. Limit: 12. View

30 Jul, Fri 9:12AM			Lions Head
Grade:4/6	Length	10km	350m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Starting point is 8.9km along Tableland Rd. Out and back to Lions Head. Also have a look at the track at the large cairn for future walk. Rough track. Exploritory section down from cairn looks steep. Location: Wentworth Falls Map: Jamison 89302N Limit: 12. View

31 Jul, Sat 10:10AM			Neighbourhood walk 26: Narrabeen
Grade:3/6	Length	13km	130m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader will be Sue Atteridge. Today we walk CALEYI TRAIL , Deep Creek Valley Trail and continue along the Narrabeen lagoon to the Tramshed. CALEYI TRAIL is named after Caley’s Grevillea, a medium to tall shrub that is only found in an 8km square area that includes Belrose, Ingleside and Terrey Hills/Duffys Forest). As we are now closer to spring, expect to see wildflowers, grass trees, ferns and eucalypts. There is a wide rock platform and some interesting sandstone formations. There are some nice views over the GARIGAL NATIONAL PARK. Near the trail are carvings of two kangaroos, one of which has a spear in its back (described by WD Campbell). Where the track meets Deep Creek, the creek cascades over the rocks and drops into a small pool below. Steep and slippery sections, some parts a bit rugged, creek crossing Map: Narrabeen Lake View

1 Aug, Sun 8:26AM			Harbour to Hawkesbury No 1
Grade:3/6	Length	10km	180m	Sydney Branch
Stuart S.
(DRAFT - do not publish yet) The Harbour to Hawkesbury track (59km) is a well-marked route from Manly to Berowra Waters, traversing Garigal, Ku-ring-gai Chase and Berowra Valley National Parks through a variety of terrain. Part 1 is Manly to The Spit– stunning coastal scenery along Manly Scenic Walkway. Limit: 12. View

1 Aug, Sun 10:42AM			Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 28 Gerringong to Kiama
Grade:3/6	Length	14km	250m	Illawarra Branch
Graham B.
(Nearly fully booked) As part of Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads walks series, we will walk from Kiama to Gerringong on the now most visited section of the Kiama Coast Walk. Part of the Great South Coast Walk (http://greatsouthcoastwalk.net/) a long-distance walking route along the southern coastline of New South Wales, from Bundeena on the southern fringe of Sydney, to Mallacoota, just over the border in Victoria, 660km in total. steep and slippery sections Limit: 12. View

2 Aug, Mon 9:29AM			Glen Rosa
Grade:4/6	Length	8km	250m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk footpath and fire trail to the Three Brothers. Visit the place where a flying fox was used to bring produce up from Megalong Valley. Then follow the old Glen Rosa Track. Very rough old track. At some sections, exposure may be felt. Scrambling and wet sections encountered. Location: Medlow Bath Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 16. View

6 Aug, Fri 10:00AM			Colour Walk series No 1: Colourful Lisgar Garden
Grade:3/6	Length	9km	240m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader will be Brad Sichter. 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. This walk will be easier than my Neighbourhood Walk with less steep climbs. Preview of Lisgar Gardens https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BUlfnaefiH0 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. Stairs and slippery sections. Location: Hornsby Limit: 12. View

6 Aug, Fri 8:00AM			Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Grade:1/6	Length	5km	10m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
After walking the foreshores for a few hours we will then visit the Australian Maritime Museum to enjoy the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. Join us there for lunch before then spending the afternoon looking at some of the other maritime exhibits! Location: Ultimo Limit: 12. View

8 Aug, Sun 9:00AM			20km plus walk series : Hornsby to Berowra
Grade:4/6	Length	21km	800m	Southern Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Very pleasant walking track with some challenging hills and climbs. Facilities and drinking water available at the Crosslands picnic area. Steep and slippery sections Map: Berowra Valley Limit: 12. View

8 Aug, Sun 10:30AM			Harbour to Hawkesbury No 2
Grade:4/6	Length	15km	500m	Sydney Branch
Stuart S.
(DRAFT - do not publish yet) The Harbour to Hawkesbury track (59km) is a well-marked route from Manly to Berowra Waters, traversing Garigal, Ku-ring-gai Chase and Berowra Valley National Parks through a variety of terrain. Part 2 is The Spit to Davidson Park :pleasant walking along Middle Harbour & around Bantry Bay through Garigal NP Map: Garigal NP Limit: 12. View

9 Aug, Mon 8:25AM			Duck Hole to Sand Hole
Grade:4/6	Length	8km	270m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk to Station St and descend to Duck Hole. Cross over Glenbrook Creek beyond Kanuka Brook and make way down to the Sand Hole. Exit here and follow trail back to Station St and on to Glenbrook. Cross Glenbrook Creek a couple of times. Steep but interesting climb up from Sand Hole. Walking beside Glenbrook Creek is rough going at times. Location: Glenbrook Map: Penrith 90303N Limit: 16. View

13 Aug, Fri 10:00AM			Neighbourhood walk 27: Artarmon
Grade:2/6	Length	9km	200m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader will be Christa Carey. Today we explore Artarmon, Tunks Park. Optional lunch at The Great Northen Hotel. When you rsvp, please state if you will be attending lunch because we will make a booking.. Limit: 12. View

16 Aug, Mon 8:55AM			Wilson Glen
Grade:3/6	Length	10km	350m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Explore various fire trails and tracks into and out of the Glen. Quality of track varies. Some off-track is a possibility. Location: Woodford Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 16. View

19 Aug, Thu			Malabar Circuit via Maroubra
Grade:2/6	Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
Sue W.
(DRAFT - do not publish yet) Coastal walk via Bora and Magic Points along on which will be found epic sandstone cliffs, seasonal whale watching opportunities and swimming spots. Return is via the Western Escarpment track through native heath with coastal views, birdlife and wildflowers. Medium pace. Many steps and some rocky sections on tracks which have been somewhat eroded with recent rain. Location: Malabar Headland NP Limit: 12. View

20 Aug, Fri 10:07AM			Colour walk series No 2: Auburn Botanical garden
Grade:1/6	Length	6km	50m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Cherry tree blossoms. Limit: 12. View

22 Aug, Sun 9:15AM			20km plus walk series: Palm Beach to Manly
Grade:4/6	Length	35km	600m	Southern Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
A 35 km challenge from Palm Beach to Manly. A very scenic route. Steep and slippery sections Location: Palm Beach Limit: 12. View

22 Aug, Sun			Royal NP West to East
Grade:3/6	Length	18km	400m	Illawarra Branch
Graham B.
West to east traverse of the Royal – Loftus, Audley, Winifred Falls, Anice Falls, Maianbar, Cabbage Tree Basin, Bonnie Vale, Bundeena. Return by ferry and train. Joint walk with Illawarra Ramblers – combined limit applies. Location: Royal NP Map: NPWS Royal NP Limit: 12. View

27 Aug, Fri 10:00AM			Colour walk series No 3: Royal Botanical Garden
Grade:2/6	Length	9km	50m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
The colour walks: Royal Botanical Garden Limit: 12. View

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