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14 Aug, Wed 11:30AM				Walkers get together
					Sydney Branch
Mal
Walkers lunch at O'Donoghues, Emu Plains. View

15 Aug, Thu 8:30AM				Emmetts Flat via Slotts Way & Starlights (#254)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:5/6		Length	16km	410m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Explorer Walks) Mike M
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) (Changed leader) Head along Ahearns LO track. Branch south down Slotts Way. Reaching the Nattai River, head down stream till reaching Emmetts Flat then head up Starlights trail. Hazards: Steep off track descent. Creek crossings. Steep ascent. Uneven surfaces Steep descent and ascent, off-track in places. Creek crossing, slippery, cliff edges. Location: Nattai NP (Hilltop) Limit: 10. View

16 Aug, Fri 10:00AM				The suburbs series of walk: Parramatta
Grade:2/6		Length	10km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader: Lynne Hewitt Historic walk of parramatta Meet at the The West Concourse of Parramatta station near the toilet and we will walk through Parramatta to Parramatta Park for lunch, stopping to look at many of the heritage buildings including St John’s Anglican cathedral  and the Philip Ruddock Heritage Centre. Lot to see and learn. Limit: 15. View

17 Aug, Sat 9:14AM				Dantes Glen
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	300m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
From the station we walk along San Jose Ave to North Lawson Trail, then follow cliff top to Echo Bluff, Echo Point and Fairy Falls. Down steps to Dantes Glen Falls, St Michaels Falls, Empire Pass and a gentle up hill to Frederica Falls. Take Hughes Ave track back to Lawson. Don't expect the huge cliffs and scenery of Katoomba. But from this uncrowded Echo Point, we look out onto the Grose Wilderness Area just a few kilometres away. No houses or roads to be seen. Location: Lawson Map: Katoomba Limit: 12. View

17 Aug, Sat				Ravines and Cliffs of Long Ridge West
Grade:5/6		Length	7km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Private property access has been arranged. Park at GR 783 984 on Long Ridge Trail. Explore the gullies north west of spot height 538 m, then walk to GR 767 983 and descend north under the cliffs. Traverse clockwise to GR 771 979, the gully that contains Boulder Glade. Ascend the gully and walk back to the cars. About 7 km. Scrambling and exposure. Partly exploratory. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View

17 Aug, Sat 7:30AM				The Grand Cliff Top Track
Grade:4/6		Length	19km	800m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
This walk is one of the star attractions in the Blue Mountains now, and this time, I plan to do the entire route as I had to stop halfway last time due to the rain. Expect dozens of waterfalls, jaw-dropping viewpoints and newly upgraded track and bridges along the way. Lots of steps. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Katoomba and Mt Wilson Limit: 20. View

17 Aug, Sat 8:00AM				The Valley of the Kings
Grade:5/6		Length	12km	450m	Sydney Branch
Anton
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) One of the grandest of the many grand Mugii Murum-Ban walks. Valley of the Kings has a (big) bit of everything - big cliffs, big pagodas, big ferns, and big views. Climbing the file trail to the top of the Genowlan Mesa, we walk along its spectacular south-east cliffs high above the Capertee Valley. We then make our way to the Sphinx complex with its 360 degree views across the mountain, before descending into and through the beautiful valley. Come join the Fellowship of the King. Off-track. Scrambling. Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N Limit: 12. View

18 Aug, Sun 9:30AM				Minnamurra – Kiama
Grade:2/6		Length	10km	160m	Branch
Carol T.
With spectacular views along this northern section of the Kiama coast walk, we'll start at the glorious Minnamurra River, over the headland to Jones beach, passing Cathedral rocks, Boneyard beach and onto Bombo Headland.  We’ll explore the rock quarry before crossing Bombo beach then continue through to Kiama to explore the lighthouse, before our journey ends at Kiama station.  Easy track walking with breath-taking views.  Relaxed pace, Rail friendly.  Joint walk with The Bushclub. Location: Kiama Coast Map: Kiama 9028-1S View

18 Aug, Sun 9:00AM				Tabourie to Meroo Point
Grade:3/6		Length	12km		Milton Branch
Kevin R.
Park at Tabourie Beach, walk south on bush tracks, fire trails and beaches via Termeil Point and Meroo Head for lunch. Return to Tabourie via alternate route. Map: Tabourie 89272S View

19 Aug, Mon 7:00PM				Invasive Speces
					Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Andrew Cox, CEO of the Invasive Species Council, and ex-CEO of NPA, will be presenting on the impact of invasive species on our wildlife and ecosystems! His knowledge is deep, and this will be one of the highlights talks of the year. Ian Hill will be hosting the talk. The zoom link will be open by 7.00pm! Share with your friends! Link is https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8102670640?omn=87638943742 View

19 Aug, Mon 9:22AM				Nellies Glen to Devils Hole
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	500m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked) Follow the Six Foot Track down Nellies Glen. Return to Katoomba via Devils Hole. Steep descent on old steps and track. Some rock scrambling ascending Devils Hole. Some sections will be damp and maybe slippery. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View

19 Aug, Mon 9:00AM				The suburbs series: Carlingford to Parramatta Park
Grade:2/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ian B.
I have engaged the services of David Abbey to lead this walk. We will start the walk near the former Carlingford Railway Station and follow the walking track alongside the corridor of the new light rail. If we are lucky, we might see the new trains (trams) being tested as we walk along the track. There are various views of the city as we enjoy this walk. We will meet near the bus stop on Lloyds Ave at 9.00am. Limit: 20. View

20 Aug, Tue 9:00AM				Buxton Ave to Little River Cascades via Dobsons Cave (#900)
Passes through 2 LGA's. Wollondilly Shire Council Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:4/6		Length	11km	300m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Mike M
(Fully Booked) A circular walk taking in a number of spectacular parts of Little River and including Dobson's Cave. The walk can be shortened by 2km by ending at Boundary Rd jnct. Some off track. A short but steep climb at the end of the walk.  Unfenced cliffs. Location: Bargo SCR (Buxton) Map: Picton 9029-4S Bargo 9029-3N Limit: 20. View

21 Aug, Wed 9:45AM				Collaroy to Mona Vale
Grade:2/6		Length	9km		Sydney Branch
Denise S.
Walk from Collaroy to Mona Vale via Collaroy Beach, Narrabeen Headland, Turimetta Headland and Warriewood Beach. Some steps, some street walking. Beautiful coastal scenery. Bookings only from one week before the date of walk please. Location: Northern Beaches Limit: 15. View

21 Aug, Wed 8:25AM				Glenbrook circuit via Blue Pool Kanuka Brook & Red Hand Cave
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	400m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Cancelled) TRACK CLOSED Glenbrook Station walk replaced by walk at Wentworth Falls. Glenbrook station to Douglas Smith Memorial Park and down to Blue Pool, walk along Kanuka Brook on to Red Hand Cave, along Campfire Creek to the Weir. After crossing, go along a short section off track from Blue Pool carpark to Station Street Fire Trail to Douglas Smith Memorial Park and back to Glenbrook Station. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossing, a short off track section. Location: Glenbrook Limit: 15. View

21 Aug, Wed 8:00AM				Mill Bay to Dalmeny Campground – Coastal Walk
		Length	6km		Milton Branch
J&LWilkinson
Grade: Easy. This is a paved path and boardwalk, shared with cyclists. We will start at Mill Bay at Wogonga Inlet, passing Kianga & beaches with incredible views. Hopefully we will see sea eagles and whales. We will finish the walk at Dalmeny Campground. Lunch on the headland with great views of Dalmeny Beach. Bring your own lunch or purchase at the Dalmeny takeaway. Limit: 15. View

21 Aug, Wed 9:10AM				Wentworth Falls circuit via Lincolns Rock & Grand Cliff Top Walk
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	450m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
REPLACEMENT FOR CANCELLED GLENBROOK WALK Starting from Wentworth Falls Station, walk along Charles Darwin Walk, Fletcher St to Wentworth Falls Lookout on to Lincolns Rock. Walk back to Wentworth Falls Lookout and go along the Grand Clifftop Walk to Empress Lookout, turn off and then go along the Nature Trail and highway back to Wentworth Falls Station. Steep and slippery sections. Creek crossings. Location: Wentworth Falls Limit: 15. View

22 Aug, Thu				Stanwell Park to Waterfall
Grade:3/6		Length	21km	600m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
(Date Changed) Descend from the station and follow paths to then ascend the new sandstone staircase to Bald Hill. Continue along the Coast Track to Burning Palms and head up the Burgh Track to Garawarra Farm. Follow Bolo Ridge along sometimes faint track. Descend to Lady Carrington Drive. Follow the Forest Island, Couranga and Uloola Tracks to Waterfall Station. A lot of variety. Rocky and slippery sections, river crossings Location: Royal NP Limit: 20. View

23 Aug, Fri 9:00AM				The Alphabet series.”W”. Wild Flower Garden at St Ives
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	250m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader: Philip Wright. Commencing Kitchener Street, St Ives and down to the creek and fire trail via creek, Mueller Track, where the stillness of nature surrounds you, and up to The Wildflower Garden. Continues to Solander Track. Pretty along the creek, with a waterfall (Phantom Falls). Some quite wet tiny tracks. Lots of ups and downs. Those who use hiking sticks, bring them. Visitors/info centre, next to Senses Track, has a coffee machine and native plant nursery.  Return via a slightly shorter route. Slippery sections. Limit: 15. View

24 Aug, Sat 9:00AM				Bobo Creek
Grade:3/6		Length	14km		Mid North Coast Branch
Coleta R.
An interesting walk through tall eucalypt forest with pockets of rainforest deep in the creek area. Mostly on track, small sections on forestry roads and finishing with crisscrossing creek bed. Book with leader by text to 0425229503 One quite steep and slippery descent, recommend poles if you normally find them helpful. Suitable for regular walkers with a reasonable degree of fitness. Location: kiwarrick state forest Map: Nabiac and 9333-1N Limit: 20. View

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