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17 May, Fri 9:30PM				Heritage Walk to the Pass of Sabugal
Grade:2/6		Length	2.5km	110m	Southern Sydney Branch
Greg
(NEW!!!) The Pass of Sabugal was named by Sir Thomas Mitchell in 1843 after a place in Portugal where a major battle between the English and French took place in 1811. This is where the Old Illawarra Road, surveyed by Mitchell and cleared by the last convict road gang in NSW, crossed the Woronora River over a causeway. Although the road, now a fire trail, has been upgraded several times and the causeway is now concrete, it is largely faithful to the original line of road. This area was also the location of depression-era housing in the 1930s and the scant remains of around twelve houses can still be identified. We will also visit the remains of John Lucas’ watermill, built in 1825. John Lucas had a substantial land grant here and built his mill about 100 meters downstream from the causeway. The area above the mill is today known as ‘Lucas Heights’. Bushfires and floods have removed all traces of the timber building, but beam slots excavated in the rock and the remains of the mill dam give us a good idea of the mill's size and what it would have looked like. Although the walk is not long, a bit over 1km, the drawback is the steep climb back up the hill when the excursion is over. Meet opposite 89 Thomas Mitchell Drive, Barden Ridge. Location: Barden Ridge, NSW Limit: 20. View

17 May, Fri 10:20AM				Suburbs series : Castle Cove to Castlecrag
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	250m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Sophie A.
North Arm Track - Harold Reid Reserve, Sugar Loaf Bay.  A delightful walk through streets and bush tracks (steep at times) with lovely water views and a castle.  Lots of steps. Worth the effort for this beautiful walk. No booking is required so just turn up on the day. Location: Northern Beaches View

19 May, Sun 8:15AM				Governor Head
Grade:3/6		Length	11km		Milton Branch
Shauna G.
We will begin near Murrays Beach and head for Hole in the Wall, to take advantage of the tide. We then cross the road to the Paperbark Creek Track, head along Old Murrays Track, then north past Snapper Point, Devils Elbow and on to Governor Head before skirting the rocks back to Murrays Beach and jetty. Bring morning tea and lunch. Note: ACT National Park entrance fee applies. Location: Booderee NP View

19 May, Sun 6:41AM				Poseidon Arena: Poseidon and Hades Ridges
Grade:5/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Find out why this spectacular area must be better protected for future generations. Park at GR 284 190 on Moffitt Trail. Walk south and explore Poseidon Ridge and its remarkable rock formations. Descend from the end of the ridge and climb Lower Hades, the southern end of Hades Ridge; then ascend Hades Ridge and follow it northwards, enjoying its pagodas and rock sculptures. At around GR 289 192, walk down to Moffitt Trail and back to cars. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. About 6k. Location: Ben Bullen SF and Gardens of Stone SCA Map: Ben Bullen 89314S View

20 May, Mon 9:00AM				Hazelbrook to Woodford
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	490m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
From Hazelbrook Station walk down Oaklands Road. Track to Horseshoe, Oaklands and Burgess Falls. Tracks to Hazel, Edith and Mabel Falls. Steep track up to fire trail. Unnamed track down and up to Ridge Street Woodford. Ending at Woodford Station. Steep, rough, muddy. Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

21 May, Tue 9:30AM				Spring Hill Fire Trail (#725)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	350m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Margie
An attractive, undulating (sometimes steep) walk meandering through interesting rocky outcrops with glimpses of Mt Jellore across the valley, culminating with a spectacular view of the Nattai Valley. Walking pole(s) advised for some steep, loose sections of the fire trail. Hazards: Rough fire trail and unfenced cliff edges. Limit: 20. View

22 May, Wed 9:00AM				Big Spotty
Grade:3/6		Length	4km		Milton Branch
Leslie R.
From Termeil we will drive on the Old Highway and Middle Ridge forest roads to park in a forest clearing. The walk is along remote forest roads and a short but steep bush track to commune with “Big Spotty” (another magnificent old Spotted gum recently threatened by proposed logging in the surrounding state forest). Return to the cars via the same route. Coffee afterwards at Termeil – BYO or available at roadhouse. Map: Tabourie 89272S View

22 May, Wed 9:30AM				Wollstonecraft to Kirribilli
Grade:3/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Hildegard S.
Walk from Wollstonecraft Station to Kirribilli via Berry Island and Balls Head Reserve. Visit the historic Coal Loader Centre. Beautiful bush and harbour views. Bookings only one week before the walk please. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 15. View

24 May, Fri 10:00AM				The Suburbs series of walk: Parramatta Ken’s Birthday Walk
Grade:2/6		Length	11km	60m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ken
Come celebrate Ken's birthday on the Historic Walk of Parramatta. Starting point is the Station Street exit from Parramatta Station. The route is through Parramatta CBD to Parramatta Park and the back along the river as far east as Elizabeth Farm Cottage. There are many sites of historical interest. The leader will give a brief commentary and allow time to read story boards. This walk will also be listed for The Wanderers Bushwalking Club (Hills based). Road crossings, cyclists on shared pathways and trip hazzards on tracks and pathways. Location: Parramatta Map: StreetDirectories Limit: 10. View

25 May, Sat 8:00AM				Mt Colong exploration
Grade:5/6		Length	8km	400m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) 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

27 May, Mon 10:00AM				Rooty Hill to Marayong
Grade:2/6		Length	13km	140m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Morning tea at The Rooty Hill. Visit Nurragingy Reserve and follow Eastern Creek north through Western Sydney Parklands. After crossing Quakers Hill Pkwy we follow Breakfast Creek to Marayong Station. Map: Riverstone and Prospect Limit: 20. View

28 May, Tue 9:30AM				The Joan Lowe Memorial Walk – Mt Gibraltar (#xJL010)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	300m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) 10731
In memory of our Joan Lowe, we will celebrate her birthday by traversing parts of the Gib and taking in some of the special and lesser known lookouts that Joan loved so much. Some steep steps and unfenced cliff edges. Location: Mt Gibraltar NR Map: Mittagong 8929-2S Limit: 20. View

29 May, Wed 9:30AM				Macquarie Park Metro to Macquarie University Metro
Grade:2/6		Length	9km		Sydney Branch
Brad S.
Walk from Macquarie Park metro to Macquarie Uni metro via De Burghs Bridge, Lane Cove Valley Walk and Browns Waterhole. Lovely bush but some road walking at the start. Bookings only from one week before the walk please.   Location: Lane Cove National Park Limit: 15. View

29 May, Wed 8:15AM				Maloneys Beach to Honeysuckle Beach
Grade:3/6		Length	10km		Milton Branch
J&LWilkinson
This is part of the Murramarang Coast Walk & we will walk from Maloneys Beach to Honeysuckle Beach. This entire walk is in the Murramarang National Park. You will need to bring morning tea and lunch. Location: Murramarang NP Limit: 15. View

31 May, Fri 10:00AM				The Suburbs series: Castle Hill
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Marilyn C.
Walk to Castle Hill Heritage Park and learn about the Vinegar Hill Rebellion. Easy walking. Limit: 15. View

4 Jun, Tue 9:30AM				Beehive Point (#140)
Fully inside Shoalhaven City Council
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	400m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Mike M
From the end of Jack's Corner Road follow Griffins Fire Trail to a track to the left.  Follow this through the forest to a steep descent to the main dirt road leading to Beehive Point on Lake Yarrunga.  This is a lovely picnic area and chance for a swim.  Return by the main dirt road. Hazards: Rough track and some steep sections both up and down. Location: Morton NP (Kangaroo Valley) Map: Bundanoon 8928-I-S Limit: 20. View

7 Jun, Fri 10:00AM				The Colour walks series No 14: Camellia Gardens Carringbah (Philip’s birthday walk)
Grade:2/6		Length	4km	50m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader: Philip Wright Celebrate Philip's Birthday Day at 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 Limit: 15. 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

11 Jun, Tue 9:00AM				Budderoo Track to Gerringong Falls (#340)
Passes through 2 LGA's. The Council of the Municipality of Kiama Shoalhaven City Council
Grade:3/6		Length	18km	306m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Mark P.
The walk follows the Budderoo Fire Trail for 6kms to a locked gate on the right.  Through the gate is a relatively unused fire trail which deteriorates to a single track leading to Gerringong Creek.  Follow the creek along to the falls. If time permits we will take a short detour to the hidden chimney. Hazards: Rough track, slippery rocks and unfenced cliff edges. Rough track, slippery rocks and unfenced cliff edges. Location: Budderoo NP (Jamberoo Map: Robertson 9028-4N Limit: 20. View

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