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21 Jul, Fri 10:00AM				Historical/Archaeological Excursion to Fosters Flat in the Royal National Park
Grade:1/6		Length	2km	3m	Southern Sydney Branch
5602
Archaeologists Pam Forbes and Greg Jackson will be leading an excursion to the remains of the sawmill on Fosters Flat in the Royal National Park (c1903 – c1922) on 21/7/2023. This is a combined activity with Menai Wildflower Group. We will meet 10:00 at Loftus Oval before driving to McKell Avenue. Fosters Flat, just off McKell Avenue contains archaeological remains of a sawmill operating in the early twentieth century including the sawmill boiler. This sawmill was operated by James Foster of Waterfall around 1903. The sawmill was powered by a Robey 18hp semi portable engine. Beside the boiler are the remains of a timber lined pit for the circular saw blade and there is no doubt other structure in the nearby bush. James Foster owned both a bullock team and eight heavy draught horses and these would have been used to install the sawmill and move both timber and lumber to and from the mill. This area still abounds in durable hardwoods, turpentines (Syncarpia glomulifera) and blackbutts (Eucalyptus pilularis) and these quality hardwoods would have been logged extensively with the surrounding woodland containing evidence of this extensive logging. This sawmill was still operating in 1922 providing sawn lumber for the Metropolitan Coal Company before being closed by public pressure. The excursion is expected to last about 2hrs, starting at 10.00 am. Limit of 10. Contact John Prats on 0407107157 for the meeting place and other details. Uneven ground. Location: Royal National Park Limit: 10. View

22 Jul, Sat 9:30AM				Egyptian Rock LO
Grade:4/6		Length	10km	220m	Sydney Branch
Peter F.
Kangaroo Creek Valley - Peninsula between Lambs Ck and Kangaroo Ck – Egyptian Rock Lookout - Kangaroo Creek Valley – Return to cars. A beautiful walk on a peninsula and through a valley with ferns and forest surrounded by pagodas. Fire Trail, tracks, off-track with mild scrub, creek crossing. Location: Gardens of Stone SCA Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View

22 Jul, Sat 8:53AM				Linden to Springwood via Sassafras Ridge, Sassafras Gully Victory Track and Magdala Track
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	420m	Sydney Branch
8612
We initially visit the historical Lady Martin's Bath at Linden before making our way along the Sassafras Ridge Fire trail for about 2.5 km. After branching off the fire trail and visiting an Aboriginal engraving site, we then follow a faint footpad and end up in the rainforest beside Sassafras Creek. The creek is followed on the well-known Victory Track before we branch off onto Magdala Gully Track and follow it back to Springwood Shops. The walk will not be a race, but besides the normal stops for items of interest, morning tea and lunch, we will have to keep moving because of the distance to be covered.   Trip hazards, sun exposure, possible wet feet. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Limit: 12. View

22 Jul - 3 Aug, Sat-Thu				No 2: 13 days Kimberley adventure
Grade:3/6					Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
There is a travel resurgence after Covid.  Liz La (lizzytasha_1@outlook.com ) would like to invite you to join her on this once in a lifetime adventure to the Kimberley.  I am sure many are still concerned about Covid and border closure but the cancellation policy is very flexible. When you rsvp, please provide your full name, contact no,  email address and bedding configuration.  A few members from NPA did this walking tour of Kimberley last winter and the feedbacks were positive.  For your comfort level, I’m quoting  the insight from Graham. “The walks are no problem for NPA grade 3 walkers. Lots of river stone/rock walking cause they are mostly in gorges. Not long walks. 30 to 34 Deg every day. Down to 10-12 deg some nights so camping gets cool. Campfires. Coolest nights July. Purnalulu is coolest cause no fires allowed." Please see below link to itinerary and prices. https://www.inspirationoutdoors.com.au/tours/kimberley-walking-tours/ Deposit & Payments Cost $4299 twin share, Single supplement $200.  A payment of $350 on booking; Payment in full is required at least six weeks prior to the tour Standard Cancellation Policy More than 12 weeks: $50 administration fee; between 42 & 84 days inclusive: loss of deposit; between 24 & 41 days inclusive: 25% of full tour cost; between 15 & 23 days inclusive: 50% of full tour cost; 14 days or less: 100% of full tour cost, no refund Limit: 3. View

22 Jul, Sat				Wolgan View Canyon
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	200m	Sydney Branch
Peter F.
(Cancelled) Glowworm Tunnel Road – Wolgan View Canyon – Carne Creek Lookout – Explore south along cliff line - Return via gullies and pagodas. Explore this maze of gullies, pagodas and a visit to a usually dry canyon. A very interesting area. Track, off-track with mild scrub, easy scrambles. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View

23 Jul, Sun 9:29AM				Little wobby to Wondabyne
Grade:4/6		Length	21km	700m	Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
(Date Changed) We start from Little Wobby with Water Taxi from Brooklyn. It's $12.64 per person with Card payment. We climb to Midway Ridge Trails that have many fabulous lookouts toward Hawkesbury River. The climbs involve some bush bashing and obscured tracks. The walk until Tank creek would be pleasant walks among typical Australian vegetations of Angosphoras, geebungs, gumtrees, flannel flowers both helianthis and minor, fringed lilies, native irises. There'll be 2 television aerials observed set on the rocks, in the middle of the bush. The walks along kilometres and kilometres of the fire trails are exposed  until we reach Kariong Brook Falls that provide some respite from the sun and extra water. We’ll take the train home from Wondabyne. Sun, steep and slippery sections View

23 Jul, Sun				Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 28 Gerringong to Kiama
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	250m	Illawarra Branch
Graham B.
(Date Changed) As part of Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads walks series, we will walk from Gerringong to Kiama on the now most visited and spectacular section of the Kiama Coast Walk. An undulating walk with great coastal views. Walking in a northerly direction provides best train options - arrangements to be confirmed closer to the date. Part of the Great South Coast Walk  (http://greatsouthcoastwalk.net/) a long-distance walking route along the southern coastline of New South Wales, from Bundeena on the southern fringe of Sydney, to Mallacoota, just over the border in Victoria, 660km in total. Limit: 12. View

23 Jul, Sun 8:00AM				The 3P Challenge: #3 Perrys Lookdown: Perrys Lookdown – Blue Gum Forest – Acacia Flat campground and return
Grade:4/6		Length	6km	600m	Branch
Carol T.
The third of the 3P challenge is the shortest in distance, but rest assured - the energy you save in K's will come in handy for the steep ascent on our return trip! Not for the faint hearted, this exhilarating walk follows the track from Perrys campground, around Docker Head and down into Blue Gum Forest. We'll travel a little further to Acacia Flat campground for lunch, and explore more of the Blue Gum Forest on this trip. Joint walk with the Bushclub. Steps - lots! Steep ascent and descent. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 8. View

24 Jul, Mon				2023 Provide First Aid course
					Branch
Bushwalking NSW
Provide First Aid is a comprehensive course that will give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to help an ill or injured person until emergency help arrives. You will learn the DRSABCD action plan as well as resuscitation (Including defibrillation), asthma, anaphylaxis and the management of various injuries and illnesses. More information at First Aid Training. This training will ONLY be available for participants over 18. View

24 Jul, Mon				2023 Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Situation course
					Branch
Bushwalking NSW
Sunday July 24th and Sat-Sun July 30th-31st. This remote area first aid course is specifically designed to meet the first aid needs of bushwalkers, wilderness guides, and people who work or live in remote locations. The course covers everything from comprehensive first aid treatments to aeromedical evacuation, long-term care, self-care, and contingency planning. This course is focused on the safety of the first aider and extended care of an ill or injured casualty where help is likely to be delayed or inaccessible. Course Duration – 3 days (face to face workshops with pre-work). More information at First Aid Training. This training will ONLY be available for participants over 18. View

24 Jul, Mon 9:12AM				Overcliff and Undercliff
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	320m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked) Walk to Conservation Hut. Then down stairs to Overcliff walk. Visit Den Fenella Lookout. Follow Undercliff walk to Wentworth Falls and Round Walk. Some rough track. Some steps. Wet rocks, tree roots etc can be slippery. Location: Wentworth Falls Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View

24 Jul, Mon 10:00AM				Two Lagoons Loop, Dee Why
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	120m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
After visiting the Stony Range Regional Botanic Gardens, Brookvale, this walk follows Greendale Creek and Harbord Lagoon to the beach. It crosses the entrance of the lagoon before climbing up to the headland then follows the shore north to Dee Why. Further up the beach it crosses the mouth of Dee Why lagoon. Be prepared to wade across the lagoon entrances. Some rough tracks, beach, swampy areas. Hazards: wet feet Location: Dee Why Map: Northern Beaches Limit: 14. View

25 Jul, Tue 9:00AM				Brown Mountain & Red Rocks (#160)
Fully inside Shoalhaven City Council
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	400m	Southern Highlands Branch
Barbara B.
(Fully Booked) Red Rocks & Brown Mtn are on the top of Mt Cambewarra. A rough fire trail leads out to a trig point overlooking Kangaroo Valley.  On the return, a side track leads out to Brown Mountain lookout for views over the south coast.  Aboriginal rubbings are seen on both tracks. Hazards: Rough track, unfenced cliff edges, slippery after rain. Location: Cambewarra Range Nature Reserve Map: Berry 9028-3N Limit: 20. View

26 Jul, Wed 8:40AM				Cowan to Hawkesbury River
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	430m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Starting at Cowan Station walk down to Jerusalem Bay and then up (passing Taffy's Rock turn off) to Brooklyn Dam and finish at Hawkesbury River Station. May walk to Sandy Bay if time permits. Steep and slippery sections. Location: Cowan Limit: 15. View

26 Jul, Wed 9:00AM				Old Blotchy
Grade:3/6		Length	4km		Milton Branch
Kevin R.
Drive to 18 Mile Peg forest road, just past Termeil. Walk eastwards along forest roads and a short bush track to view Old Blotchy (a magnificent old Spotted gum). Also visit Old Blotchy’s little brother close by! Returning to the cars via the same route. Bring some morning tea to enjoy along the way. Map: Tabourie 89272S View

26 Jul, Wed 9:30AM				Paddington to Central
Grade:2/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Fritz W.
Walk around Paddington and Surry Hills to Central Railway. Location: City of Sydney Limit: 15. View

27 Jul, Thu				Middle Head
Grade:2/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Suzanne
Explore Middle Head Fort's historical military complex and continue harbouside to Taronga Zoo. Hazards include current viruses, some rough tracks and steps. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 10. View

28 Jul, Fri 9:30AM				The Alphabet Series “R”…Rail to River
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	200m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
LEADER: HEATHER LAKISS (RSVP TO HEATHERLAKISS@GMAIL.COM)  Rail to River walk from Chatswood to Macquarie Park via Lane Cove River and The Great North Walk. Slippery sections View

30 Jul, Sun 8:30AM				Berrara Creek Circuit
Grade:3/6		Length	13km		Milton Branch
Herbert F.
Leaders: Herbert Frey & Leslie Reddacliff . Circuit walk from North Bendalong to Berrara, including creek, waterfall, forest and Monument Beach. There is an optional rough off-track section to view some hidden waterfalls and pools in the Berarra Creek catchment. Depending on coastal conditions at the time some wading across lagoon entrances might be necessary. Map: Sussex Inlet 90274S Limit: 16. View

30 Jul, Sun 8:30AM				La Perouse to Little Bay/ Maroubra
Grade:2/6		Length	16km		Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
(Date Changed) On 16/7 we finished at Little Bay. The headland of the rifle range was closed.  This time we will start at La Perouse & walk back to Little Bay/Maroubra, as it is easier  to get to & meet there. Feel free to exit at any point. We will try to explore the historical Bare Island & the rifle range headland. This is a gentle & interesting walk with spectacular views with walks in streets, bush tracks, headlands & beaches. Beautiful wild flowers are already in bloom. We saw quite a few whales at closer range last time. View

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