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| 27 Feb, Thu 9:24AM |
Sefton to Granville along Duck Creek |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Suzanne |
    Initally some streets and then along good paths along the Duck River to find the chook colonies on the way.
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| 28 Feb, Fri 9:17AM |
Crossing The Blue Mountains |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
| Esther |
The 1813 crossing of the Blue Mountains was the expedition led by Gregory Blaxland, William Lawson and William Charles Wentworth, which became the first successful crossing of the Blue Mountains in New South Wales by European settlers. Mal January did not exactly follow the original route but mapped out his hiking route and led a group to cross the Blue Mountains twice. Thanks to his generosity for permitting me to use his route, we can repeat this epic journey to cross the Blue Mountains. We are walking in reverse direction so as to take advantage of the cooler climate in upper Blue Mountains in the summer months. Autumn colours will be beautiful. We take the 8:24 Blue Mountains train every Sunday, with some exceptions. A certificate of completion will be awarded to walkers who complete all the 15 sections. If there are certain sections that you are not available, let me know. You may be able to pair up with another person to complete them on different dates. Pink Flaannel flowers seeds need a fire and rain to germinate. We had both. Let’s see if we can find some. Steep and slippery sections.
Location: Blue Mountains NP
Map: Blue Mountains Limit: 10.
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| 28 Feb, Fri 11:54AM |
Crossing the Blue Mountains: Section 1A |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
250m |
Sydney Branch |
| Esther |
Co Leader: James Moule. RSVP essential. Following the footsteps of Mal January, we walk from Mt York to Mt Victoria. We catch train from Central at 8:17 am, arriving Katoomba at 10:36 am, ( need to change to rail bus at Springwood) giving you time for a coffee. Then we catch 698V bus from Katoomba at 11.17 am arriving Closeburn Drive at Mt York Road at 11.54 am. We walk to Mount York Lookout and then return to Mount Victoria Station. Walk the historic Cox’s Road and see the Historic Wells. Steep and slippery sections.
Location: Blue Mountains NP Limit: 10.
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| 28 Feb, Fri |
Exploratory bushwalk or non-abseiling canyon |
| Grade:5/6 |
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Sydney Branch |
| Yuri B. |
| Depending on the weather, either a walk exploring the amazing country in the Wollemi/Gardens of Stone or a non-abseiling/swimming canyon walk will be offered. Put this date in your diary and watch Short Notice Walk announcements for exact details. Grade 5 or 6.
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| 28 Feb, Fri 8:30AM |
Red Hand Cave and Tunnel Lookout |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
16km |
500m |
Sydney Branch |
| Bandula G. |
Walk from Glenbrook Station to Red Hand Cave, Tunnel Lookout and back to Glenbrook Station. Rough and slippery track, creek crossings.
Location: Glenbrook
Map: Glenbrook Limit: 20.
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| 28-29 Feb, Fri (13:00PM)-Sat (00:00AM) |
South Coast Islands 8 |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
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Milton Branch |
| Helen M. |
 Camp Friday and Saturday nights at South Durras. Leader will provide caravan park details. Saturday morning walk from South Durras to North Durras, Point Upright and past Grasshopper Island to Depot Beach. Return via the rainforest walk. Non-campers welcome. Meet at the caravan park for 9am start. Other activities may be arranged for those camping. NPWS park entry fees apply.
Map: Durras 89261S
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| 29 Feb, Sat 8:30AM |
Griffiths Trail |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
11km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
This delightful circuit takes in some wonderful views of the south coast and several secluded valleys tucked in behind the coast as from such vantage points as the Cooks Nose and Illawarra lookout. Hopefully there will still be a lot of flowers out as well as many birds, with the lucky observer sighting the elusive ground parrot which lives here.
Location: Barren Grounds NR
Map: Kangaroo Valley 9028-4S Limit: 15.
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| 29 Feb, Sat 2:00PM |
Life at the Wild Frontiers |
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Branch |
| General Community Event |
 Tales from the Wollemi and the Ghost Town of Newnes by Bushexplorers Michael, Brian and Yuri - tales of history, adventures in the bush and how to access exciting, off the beaten path walks.
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| 29 Feb, Sat 9:00AM |
Long Point – Shoalhaven River |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
460m |
Sydney Branch |
| Greg L. |
  Long Point Lookout - Shoalhaven River - return. A big descent and climb out later, in between there's pleasant river walking and time to swim/laze/explore. Joint walk with Bush Club.
Location: Morton NP
Map: Caoura 1: 25 000 Limit: 15.
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| 29 Feb, Sat 9:00AM |
NPA Activities Leader Forum |
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Illawarra Branch |
| Sam G. |
 (Updated Details) NPA Activities Leader Forum
The leader forum will be held at Club on East, East Parade, Sutherland, from 9.00 am – 12.30 pm on Saturday, 29 February 2020.
All activities leaders are invited, as well as any member who may be thinking of becoming a leader or just wants to know more about what activities leadership involves. Members from all NPA branches are welcome.
The meeting is not a formal ‘training session’ but an opportunity for discussion on topics such as mentoring new leaders, and the shape of our Activities Program following the unprecedented bushfires across the state.
Participants may wish to join in lunch (at own expense) at the club Bistro after the meeting.
There is no cost to participants, but registration is required. Please contact Sam Garrett-Jones to register or if you have any questions. Hazards: Pokies.
Location: Sutherland Limit: 30.
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| 29 Feb - 1 Mar, Sat-Sun |
Part of Six Foot Track |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
20km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
| Richard T. |
(Cancelled) An easier pack walk in the Megalong Valley along a section of the Six Foot Track. Lovely scenery and a great campsite next to the Cox River.
Location: Blue Mountains NP Limit: 15.
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| 29 Feb, Sat |
Provide first aid remote situation Day 1 |
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Branch |
| General Community Event |
| The St John Ambulance Provide First Aid course covers a broad range of topics to enable participants to confidently manage emergency situations and provide a first aid response to a casualty. It is suitable to both people in workplaces and members of the public who want training in first aid. Provide First Aid courses offered through Scouts NSW, St John’s and Bushwalking NSW cover all the normal content, but with an outdoors slant. The course accredits participants in the HLTAID003 “Provide First Aid” unit of competency. For more information follow this link bushwalkingnsw.org.au/first-aid-training/
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| 29 Feb, Sat 10:10AM |
Watsons Bay – Nielsen Park |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
5km |
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Sydney Branch |
| (Jean’s Group) Fran C. |
 Walk via Coast and Diamond Bay. Streets, paths, ups & downs. Swim. Bus return to city.
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| 1 Mar, Sun 8:30AM |
Clean Up Australia Day |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Mike P. |
| Meet at Gordon Station (west side) at 8:30am for a walk along Blackbutt Creek Fire trail to Fullers Bridge via pipeline and Great North Walk along Lane Cove River. We will leave rubbish bags in the park near the visitor centre. Joint walk with Bush Club.
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| 1 Mar, Sun 10:45AM |
Crossing the Blue Mountains: Section 1B |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
350m |
Sydney Branch |
| Esther |
Co leader: James Moule. RSVP essential. Following the footsteps of Mal January, we walk from Mt Victoria to Blackheath via Pulpit Rock, MountPiddington and Coxs cave. You may like to explore the Topple Cave. Beautiful rock formations, ferns, forests, wild life and water falls. Majestic views. The grotto is at its best after the recent torrential rain. Steep and slippery sections. Gortex boots an advantage
Location: Blue Mountains NP Limit: 10.
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| 1-6 Mar, Sun (12:00PM)-Fri (12:00PM) |
Green Patch Car Based Camping |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
14km |
200m |
Southern Highlands Branch |
| Barbara B. |
(Fully Booked) Car based camp at Green Patch. A variety of walks including Black Waterhole, Murrays Beach, Huskisson to Hyams and the Botanic Gardens. Rough tracks, slippery rocks, deep water.
Location: Booderee NP
Map: Sussex Inlet 90274S Limit: 20.
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| 1 Mar, Sun 9:00AM |
Help us clean Up Narrabeen Lagoon after the deluge |
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Sydney Branch |
| Tony C. |
 A whole lot of rubbish came tumbling down the hills around the lagoon during the recent storms, so we’re taking to our kayaks with bags, racks and gloves on the hunt for those pesky bottles, coffee cups, plastic bags and other bits and bobs. With the support of Northern Beaches Council, we’ll be focusing on the shoreline between the picnic areas, which are difficult for land-based crews to access. Join our happy group at 9am on Clean Up Australia Day for a 2-hour session as we work our way around the waterway. Everything provided. No charge for kayak hire for the first 10 to sign up - $25 per person thereafter. You’ll get to experience more of the lagoon as we go and get some nice, gentle exercise, too. You must register in advance. Just send an email to Tony Carr, the former president of Friends of Narrabeen Lagoon Catchment, who will lead the session. Life jackets will be provided and must be worn while on the water.
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| 1 Mar, Sun 12:00PM |
Hunter Lookout and Great North Walk loop |
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Length |
6km |
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Branch |
| David.S |
| Come join the Greens Bushwalking Club for this opportunity to enjoy our wonderful National Park. A 6km moderate walk. Bring sensible shoes, sunscreen, hat, at least 2 litres of water per person and lunch. Note that RSVP is compulsory via the link. Any questions please contact Kym on 9230 3030 or kym.chapple@parliament.nsw.gov.au.
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| 1-8 Mar, Sun-Sun |
Provide first aid in remote situation days 1-3 |
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Branch |
| General Community Event |
| 1, 7 & 8 March 2020. The St John Ambulance Provide First Aid course covers a broad range of topics to enable participants to confidently manage emergency situations and provide a first aid response to a casualty. It is suitable for both people in workplaces and members of the public who want training in first aid. Provide First Aid courses offered through Scouts NSW, St John’s and Bushwalking NSW cover all the normal content, but with an outdoors slant. The course accredits participants in the HLTAID003 “Provide First Aid” unit of competency. For more information follow this link bushwalkingnsw.org.au/first-aid-training/
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