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13 Oct, Sun 8:00AM				Kiama Coast Walk
Grade:3/6		Length	22km	250m	Branch
Carol T.
Covering the north, mid and southern sections of this beautiful section of coast with sublime views, we will start at the sparkling Minnamurra River, passing Cathedral rocks, then onto Bombo Headland for views over the quarry.  Making our way through Kiama’s pristine beaches we will visit both blowholes then head over the rolling green hills on our way to Gerringong.  If the Werri lagoon is unsafe to cross, the walk will be adjusted to suit. Minor hazards include sand walking, slippery rocks, river crossing Location: Illawarra Map: Kiama 9028-1S Limit: 8. View

14 Oct, Mon 9:49AM				Grand Canyon
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	533m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
Meet in Katoomba outside the Carrington Hotel for the Blackheath bus at 09:49. Alight Evans Lookout Road after St Andrews Road. Walk to Neates Glen track. Down, along and finally up. Magnificent views. Walk part of the Cliff Top walk, then Braeside walk. Finishing at Blackheath Station. Steep downs and ups. Rough. Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

21 Oct, Mon 9:22AM				Echo Point to Leura
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	500m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
From Katoomba Station we walk to Echo Point and descend to the base of the Three Sisters. Then to Leura Forest via Federal Pass. After Leura Forest climb up to the Amphitheatre Track and on to Leura Cascades. Walking to Leura. Lots of stairs. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View

27 Oct, Sun 9:00AM				Kioloa Circuit Walk – Russell Petersen Memorial Walk
Grade:3/6		Length	12km		Milton Branch
Kevin R.
From Shelley Beach car park, head west along Moores Road through the ANU Research Centre. Dangerboard and Old Coast Roads are then followed to Pretty Beach. We then traverse bush tracks and several beaches heading north to return to vehicles for afternoon tea. Map: Tabourie 89272S View

28 Oct, Mon 9:30AM				Medlow Meander
Grade:3/6		Length	8km	310m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
(NEW!!!) (Date Changed) From Belgravia Street track to Tuckers Lookout. Then on to the Sun Bath and other spectacular lookouts on a clear day as well as views of the Hydro Majestic. Narrow tracks past old flying fox pulleys and anchors. Originally for getting produce from Megalong valley up to the Hydro. Tracks to The Three Brothers. Track back to Medlow Bath. Narrow paths, dense vegetation - wear long trousers, long sleeves and gloves. Rough tracks, uneven, tripping roots. Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

28 Oct, Mon 9:41AM				Mount York
Grade:3/6		Length	12km		Sydney Branch
Janet R.
Drivers required, 7 kms of sealed roads. Meet outside Mount Victoria Station. Drive to the end of Mt York Road for morning tea and great views. Drive back to Lawson's Long Alley track. Steep section at the start of the track. Down to Hartley Vale Road. Walk to the Lockyers picnic area. Tracks back up to the cars. Return to Mount Victoria. Drivers, please indicate how many seats you have. Passengers please indicate as such and provide some remuneration to the drivers. The total number will depend on car spaces. Muddy section to test your footwear. Steep downs and ups. Rough. Limit: 15. View

30 Oct, Wed 9:30AM				Cheltenham loop
Grade:3/6		Length	9km		Sydney Branch
Sylvia C.
Walk from Cheltenham station and return through lovely bush tracks. Some street walking. Booking only one week before date of walk please. Location: Lane Cove National Park Limit: 15. View

1 Nov, Fri 9:18AM				Hey Mt Hay!
Grade:3/6		Length	8km	200m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
How many times have you seen Mt Hay in the distance but you've never been up it. The top has trees, the view from there is not great but worth having a go. Meet at Leura station. Drivers required. Drive to the end of Mt Hay Road. Walk to Butterbox Lookout. Great views here on a clear day. Then walk up Mt Hay and beyond. Return to cars and Leura station. Drivers may be grateful for some $ for wear and tear on their vehicles. Exposed areas. Rough tracks. Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

3 Nov, Sun 9:00AM				Bawley Beach to Termeil Beach
Grade:3/6		Length	12km		Milton Branch
Megan H.
Grade 3: Easy/Medium Walk Distance: 12km Details: Bawley Point Reserve, head north to cross Willinga Lake (possible wet feet), head along the track and beaches to Meroo Headland, then onto Termeil Beach. Return via similar route. Map: Kioloa 89261N and Tabourie 89272S Limit: 10. View

3 Nov, Sun 9:30AM				Keith Longhurst Reserve Kentlyn
Grade:3/6		Length	3.4km	90m	Macarthur Branch
Paula R.
(NEW!!!) This is only 3.4 km loop track – a lot of which is on a fire trail. There is a lovely swimming hole and waterfall at The Basin on the Georges River. However, reviews suggest that the track along the river is a bit overgrown and at times rough. There are steep steps on leaving the river. The overall elevation gain is 90m and the walk is classed as a moderate (grade 3) hike. We will meet at 9.30am at the end of Georges River Rd Kentlyn, where there is an ample car park. Bring your swimmers and morning tea/lunch. If time permits we may visit Freres Crossing after our return to the car park. If  you are interested in attending please RSVP to Paula Richardson: email paula.theoaks@gmail.com or 0411 288 651. Rocks and some overgrown patches Limit: 20. View

4 Nov, Mon 9:12AM				Darwins Walk and Nature Trail
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	360m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk to the Picnic Area via Darwins Walk. After morning tea head down to Den Fenella Lookout. We follow the Overcliff Track and return to the station via the Nature Trail. Lots of steps. Creek crossings. Location: Wentworth Falls Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View

8 Nov, Fri 9:54AM				The Alphabet Series: “X” Xacuti at Harris Park
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	130m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader: Derek Hampton RSVP direct to derek.hamptonesl@gmail.com For our Alphabet series, ‘X’ is for Xacuti. Join us to celebrate our multicultural heritage walks with authentic Indian cooking at Harris Park. We start from Kissing Point wharf, go along the cycleway alongside Parramatta River, looking out for native birds at Baludarri Wetlands, stopping briefly at the historical Hambledon Cottage before reaching our destination for our shared group lunch ($20). Parramatta signifies Sydney’s urban buzzy renewal so food streets like this won’t last. Return is by train. If eating, please confirm and email culinary/dietary preference. Limit: 15. View

10 Nov, Sun 9:00AM				Berrara Waterfalls Circuit
Grade:3/6		Length	12km		Milton Branch
Maureen C.
Walk alongside Berrara Creek to cascades and waterfall then along bush tracks to Walter Hood Memorial and Nerindellah Creek before heading north along beaches, past the Mermaid Pool and cross Berrara Creek back to the start. Plenty of swimming opportunities. Map: Conjola Limit: 12. View

11 Nov, Mon 9:12AM				Water Nymphs Dell
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	360m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk around Wentworth Falls Lake. Then visit Water Nymphs Dell. We walk behind Undine Falls. Steep, well-worn steps can be slippery at the Dell. Muddy track a possibility. Track out to Railway Pde is in poor condition. Location: Wentworth Falls Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View

13 Nov, Wed 8:30AM				Square Head Nature Reserve Track – Long Beach
Grade:3/6		Length	5km		Milton Branch
J&LWilkinson
Follow Long Beach, then walk up to Cullendulla Creek Nature Reserve, where we will follow the track through a swamp oak & spotted gum forest. There are some moderate to steep gradients involved in this walk. Great views & a lots of bird life to observe. Bring morning tea & tea/coffee. Location: Cullendulla Creek NR Limit: 20. View

15 Nov, Fri 8:55AM				Murphys Glen to Bedford Creek
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	400m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Basically, an out and back walk. Walk along road and trail into Murphy's Glen. Then follow track down further to Bedford Creek. Mostly road and fire trail. Track to the pool on Bedford Creek is rough in places. Location: Woodford Map: Katoomba and Jamison Limit: 20. View

16 Nov, Sat 9:30AM				Bike Ride: Kioloa to Pebbly Beach via fire trails
Grade:3/6		Length	30km		Milton Branch
Megan H.
Starting in Kioloa, we will ride the fire trails to Pebbly Beach. Bring your morning tea to enjoy here before returning via the same route. Trail is steep In sections and can be slippery after rain. Travel: 60 kms return. Limit: 10. View

17 Nov, Sun 10:30AM				Gillards Campground – Nelson Lagoon
Grade:3/6		Length	8km		Far South Coast Branch
Jan L
(NEW!!!) Walk in Mimosa Rocks National Park. During Spring the park is a popular area for birdwatching, being an important stop for migratory birds that nest along its coastline. Walk will traverse Gillards camping area, then join a track linking onto Cowdroys Rd, leading to Nelson Lagoon. Lunch at the lagoon, with the option of going further to Nelson estuary. Return along the same route. Flat walk on internal park roads Location: Mimosa Rocks National Park Limit: 20. View

17 Nov, Sun 9:00AM				Rusden Head
Grade:3/6		Length	10km		Milton Branch
Mike J.
From the Little Forest car park, we follow the refurbished track out to Rusden Head. Most of the wetter areas are now boardwalked. Along the way we will visit ‘The Carriages’, a truly unusual overhang (the less agile will need to just peek in from above) with stunning views across the valley, then back to waterfalls below Porters Creek Dam. Another viewpoint and ravines to the south (Kathy’s view) beckons, before we reach Rusden Head for lunch. Map: Milton 89272N View

18 Nov, Mon 8:30AM				Blaxland, Warrimoo, Blaxland
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	443m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
(Cancelled) From Blaxland Station, we walk along the Cripple Creek track and then up Rickards Road. Cross the highway at Warrimoo. Tracks to Florabella and back to Blaxland Station. This walk may walked in reverse. Rough, uneven surfaces, slippery. Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 15. View

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