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11 Dec, Fri 10:00AM				Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 12
Grade:1/6		Length	8km	90m	Sydney Branch
Esther
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Botany: Sir Joseph Banks Park and Foreshore Park. This is a short summer walk. A large park and wetland located adjacent to the former Sir Joseph Banks Hotel at 23 Anniversary Street Botany; and originally part of its curtilage. The park was created in 1988 as Botany Bay Council’s major Bicentennial project as an interpretative reconstruction of the Hotel’s famous ‘pleasure gardens’ and a new parkland area of wetlands and lakes formed by the spoil of the reclamation works associated with the expansion of Port Botany. The restoration was designed by landscape architect Bruce Mackenzie using original documentation of the grounds, including maps, illustrations and descriptions, and includes a reconstructed oval, running track, wetlands (including ponds), picnic facilities and a contemporary interpretation of the original zoo, as a playground space with life-sized animal sculptures including bears, tigers, elephants , camels and gorillas; which was sponsored by local manufacturer Kellogs and sculpted by William Rees, a Perth animal portraitist. The park also features other sculptural animals including topiary frames of groups of elephants in the regenerated bushland on the western side of the oval; and thematic gardens, a maze, pergolas, terraces and arbours. The main sculptural feature, apart from the animals, is of Sir Joseph Banks in a pose of heroic discovery. The reclaimed area includes lakes, wetlands and two large picnic/BBQ facilities. https://www.environment.nsw.gov.au/heritageapp/ViewHeritageItemDetails.aspx?ID=1210025 View Esther's future walks Social distancing, mask, sanitizer. Limit: 17. View

12 Dec, Sat 8:30AM				Hat Hill Canyon
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	230m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Hat Hill Canyon consists of 3 distinct sections separated by lovely creek walking and requires no abseils, though there are a few short swims involved. The Canyon is impressive and not very far from Blackheath so easily accessible and is the prefect summer trip which allows you to cool off and escape the heat. Wetsuits are required to do this trip. Rock hopping, scrambling and a few very short (under 20 metre) swims. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 15. View

14 Dec, Mon				Field of Mars
Grade:2/6		Length	7km	120m	Sydney Branch
John H.
Co-leader Renate Wood. This walk takes you through the High Eucalypt forest preserved in the Field of Mars Reserve, skirts around the Field of Mars Cemetery, crosses the mangroves of Buffalo Creek and joins a short section of the Great North Walk along Lane Cove River with beautiful views over the river. Bush tracks & boardwalks. Look also at next weeks walk from Westmead as you have to book a week ahead for that one. Steps and a few roads to cross. Location: Gladesville Map: Parramatta River 91303N Limit: 15. View

14 Dec, Mon 8:21AM				Old Sewerage Farm
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	530m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Note early starting time for summer. Descend Giant Stairway. Walk through the open area that was the Old Sewerage Farm. Many steps up to Fern Bower and back to Katoomba. Steep sections. Some metal stairways are narrow for your foot and can be slippery. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 16. View

16 Dec, Wed 8:30AM				Lane Cove NP picnic walk
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	250m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
Walk from near Fullers Bridge to De Burgh Bridge along the track on the bank of the Lane Cove river and return along the track on the other side of the river. A picnic lunch at the end of the walk. Slippery sections, possible creek crossings. Location: Lane Cove NP Limit: 15. View

17 Dec, Thu				Orphan School Creek
Grade:2/6		Length	5km		Sydney Branch
Suzanne
Co-leader is Judith Hill. All down hill, as water always goes from a creek into Rozelle Bay. Meet on the Glebe side of the Sydney University Footbridge over Parramatta Road in Arundel Street. We follow Orphan School Creek to Glebe Point. Can be extended along the Blackwater Bay waterfront with expansive views of the city. Booking is mandatory as is the ability to demonstrate a distance of 1.5 m. Hazards include viruses. Location: City of Sydney Map: City of Sydney Limit: 10. View

18 Dec, Fri				Exploratory bushwalk or non-abseiling canyon
Grade:5/6					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. View

18 Dec, Fri 10:00AM				Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 13
Grade:1/6		Length	9km	80m	Sydney Branch
Esther
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) This walk will be led by Lawrence Soria. Start from Tempe  station, walk via Barton Park to Brighten le Sands. This is a short Summer walk where you can swim at the end. Highlights: Landing Lights Wetlands, Market Gardens, Riverine Park, Barton Park, Cook Park.View Esther's future walks Social distancing, mask, sanitizer. Map: Cook River Limit: 12. View

19 Dec, Sat 9:00AM				Shelly Beach picnic, swim, snorkel and optional North Head walk
Grade:1/6		Length	5km	100m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
This is becoming an annual event where the opportunity to catch up with friends from the NPA, have a chat, a swim, a snorkel and a short walk to North Head and back. So bring along some yummy food to share, your swimmers, sunscreen etc and suitable clothes for a relaxing walk. Map: Manly Limit: 15. View

21 Dec, Mon 8:34AM				Fort Rock to Mt Vic
Grade:2/6		Length	10km	300m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked) Note early starting time for summer. Visit Fort Rock and Rock Climbers Cave on the way. Mostly follows the railway line with views to the west. Where old wooden steps once were, look for metal spikes remainining to trip you up. Location: Blackheath Map: Katoomba 89301S and Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 16. View

21 Dec, Mon				Westmead to Rosehill Christmas Lunch
Grade:2/6		Length	4km	50m	Sydney Branch
John H.
(Fully Booked) We are doing a short walk through Parramatta Park, passing the world heritage Old Government House and then through Parramatta. We will be looking at the remains of the original convict-built hospital and an old convict-built drain before walking along the river to the Rosehill Bowling Club, where we will enjoy lunch together. Most menu items are $14, but must be preordered and prepaid. You can see the menu at https://www.rosehillbowlingclub.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/200814_RHBC_A4Menu-Bistro.pdf Priority will be given to those who have been on our walks. Applications close on 14 December. A few busy roads and light rail construction sites. Location: Parramatta Map: Sydney Street Directory Limit: 20. View

22 Dec, Tue 9:30AM				Summer walk: Centennial Park to Bronte Beach
Grade:2/6		Length	7km	100m	Sydney Branch
Esther
(Nearly fully booked) We walk from Centennial Park to Bronte Beach where you can have a swim.View Esther's future walks Limit: 12. View

23 Dec, Wed				Vera and Hippocrene Falls
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	620m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
Joint leader: Paul Lynch. Walk from Conservation Hut down to Valley of Waters, Vera Falls, Hippocrene Falls and back up via Slack Stairs, Rocket Point Lookout, Weeping Rock, Wentworth Falls Lookout and back to Conservation Hut. Walk may be postponed if hot weather is forecast. Steep, slippery and muddy sections, creek crossings, stairs. Location: Wentworth Falls Limit: 15. View

26-31 Dec, Sat (13:00PM)-Thu (09:00AM)				Kosciuszko NP
Grade:3/6					Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Cancelled) Summer in the high country is a delight with beautiful displays of wildflowers and sulerb walking. We will be based in a very comfortable ski lodge in ensuite rooms with full amenities and DIY catering. This is my most popular trip by far so early bookings are essential. For this trip to go ahead all depends on what plays out over the next 7 months with the current health situation. Payment for the rooms not required until later in the year closer to the arrival date. Rock scrambling on some walks. Location: Kosciuszko NP Map: Mt Kosciuszko and Perisher Valley 85252S View

27-31 Dec, Sun (08:30AM)-Thu (13:00PM)				Disappointment spur track-Island Bend Pondage
Grade:4/6		Length	50km		Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Disappointment spur track - Mawsons Hut - Valentines Falls - The Kerries - Gungarten - Finns River - Island Bend Pondage. Summer in the Snowies is hard to beat with the wildflowers in full bloom, the days generally not too hot and the air is as fresh as it gets. This is a 5 day pack walk with a rest day on day 3 .On this almost complete loop we will enjoy the mountains, frost hollow plains and everything in between! Highlights include a day walk from Mawsons hut down Valentines Falls, a superb wild section of the Finns river, the rugged beauty of the Kerries and much much more. Planning on driving down on Boxing Day. Off-track walking. Location: Kosciuszko NP Map: Kalkite Mountain 86253N, Jagungal 85251S, and Geehi Dam 85252N View

27 Dec, Sun 7:30AM				Walk & Weed
					Sydney Branch
Conny H.
7:30am Walk & Weed along 5 Mile Creek Track in Garigal NP. Short 15 min walk to exotic grass and lantana infestation site. Weed for 2 hrs on rock shelf surrounded by beautiful bush. Bring gloves and long-handled screwdriver if available. Walk easy-medium. Finish 10:30am. Bookings essential. View

28 Dec, Mon 9:50AM				Middle Head
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	200m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
A relaxing walk around Middle Head. Starting at Rawson Park, Mosman, descend to Chowder Bay Rd, walk out to Middle Head, descend to Balmoral Beach via the steel steps and return up the hill on the old tramway route. If you want to have a swim, or have walked far enough, there are several options to pull out and make your own way home by bus. The full route is a circular walk. Steps. Public holiday crowds. Location: Sydney Harbour NP Map: Middle Harbour Limit: 14. View

28 Dec, Mon 9:00AM				Woodford to Hazelbrook northside
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	350m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Shake off your Christmas festivities. We will walk from Woodford Station along bush tracks to include Mabel Falls, Edith Falls and Hazel Falls. Abide with Covid safety. Shorter walk as likely to be hot. Rough tracks, steep down and up. Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

29 Dec, Tue 10:00AM				Kariong Hieroglyphs and Aboriginal Carvings : short summer walk
Grade:3/6		Length	6km	180m	Sydney Branch
Esther
(Nearly fully booked) Co-leader Elena Mazur: EGYPTIAN HIEROGLYPHICS. Did the Egyptians discover Australia before Captain Cook? You can make up your own minds about the hieroglyphics. It’s a loop walk. A little climb up a hill then squeeze through a small opening, will find you in a crevice adorned with the hieroglyphs. From there, we can retrace our steps for a short distance, then walk the Koolewong Fire trail for a further kilometre or so before crossing the creek and having lunch at the waterfall. After lunch, we'll visit the Aboriginal Carvings. View Esther's future walks A bit of scrambling to get to the hieroglyphs. Chance of getting wet feet. The waterfall is sometimes quite slippery and may have to do a little rock hopping.  Map: Kariong Limit: 10. View

30 Dec, Wed 3:00PM				Cemetery and Christmas Lights Walk
Grade:1/6		Length	5km	50m	Sydney Branch
Esther
(Nearly fully booked) Martin Place, Strand Arcade, Pitt Street Mall and some others will still have the Xmas lights on until the end of the year. Of special interest is Strand Arcade. It is inspired by native flowers. How about we avoid the pre-Christmas rush and go after Xmas? I'm planning to see the Movie Nomadland at 4pm Dendy, Newtown. Then have dinner before going to see the lights. Dendy is very close to a historic cemetery. Meet at Dendy at 3 pm if you wish to visit the cemetery before movie. Location: City of Sydney Limit: 10. View

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