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10 May, Mon 9:00AM				A Wise wander
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	150m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
The walk in along the Wises Track has some delightful by ways, especially out onto Karani Ridge, and at this time of the year the banksias look delightful. Come and enjoy the autumn heath Location: Royal National Park Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 12. View

10 May, Mon 10:15PM				Palm Beach and Barrenjoey Lighthouse
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	200m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
This walk takes the “Stairway to Heaven” at Palm Beach, climbing from the Pittwater side of the Palm Beach peninsula to the ocean side. After following the beach north it heads up the Barrenjoey headland to the lighthouse returning to water level. The climbs are rewarded with 360-degree views over the peninsula, Pittwater, Broken Bay and the eastern coastline. Steps. Map: Palm Beach Limit: 14. View

10 May, Mon 9:22AM				Ruined Castle
Grade:3/6		Length	15km	500m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Updated Details) Scenic World bus stop to Golden Stairs. Walk to Ruined Castle. Take Federal Pass and Furber Steps back to Katoomba. Plenty of steps. Steep, rough sections. Some optional rock scrambling. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba 89301S and Jamison 89302N Limit: 16. View

11 May, Tue 9:45AM				Cycle four tidal canals and one greenway
					Sydney Branch
Rob G.
Cycle four tidal canals and one greenway and a network of creek-side cycling trails, unearthing some of Sydney's secretive canals that lead to the Cooks River. A site seeing tour, approximately 35 kms return. Starting and finishing at Wolli Creek Railway Station, returning approx. 3:30pm. Bring water, sunscreen, morning tea. Lunch at local Thai Restaurant in Newtown or BYO. Meeting 9:45am for a 10am start, must contact leader. Limited numbers. No helmet no go! View

11 May, Tue 9:30AM				Hoddles Track – Saddleback Mountain
Grade:4/6		Length	6km	500m	Southern Highlands Branch
Ian G.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) The walk commences at the top of Saddleback Mountain and descends steeply before ascending to Hoddles Track.  The track leads along the cliff face and ascends up to enter Barron Grounds.  The lunch spot provides beautiful views down to the coast. Hazards:  Rough track, very steep descents and ascents, slippery rocks and unfenced cliff edges Map: Kiama 90281S Limit: 20. View

11 May, Tue				Stanwell Park to Waterfall
Grade:3/6		Length	20km	550m	Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
Follow a gradual descent from Stanwell Park Station. Ascend a steep track to Bald Hill, Stanwell Tops. Follow Coast Track to Burning Palms then ascend the Burgh Track to meet Bolo Ridge. Follow ridge sometimes on a faint track to meet Lady Carrington Drive. Follow Forest Island, Couranda and Uloola Tracks to Waterfall Station. Creek crossings, slippery with loose rocky sections. Location: Royal NP View

12 May, Wed 8:30AM				3 Peaks Tour de Bowral
Grade:4/6		Length	20km	600m	Southern Highlands Branch
Ian G.
(Nearly fully booked) A great circuit walk climbing three major local peaks. We will enjoy the Autumn colours in the villages of Bowral, Mittagong & Welby and the views from the summits of Mt Gibraltar, Mt Alexandra & Mt Gibbergunyah (90 Acre Hill). Rough track, unfenced edges, slippery rocks, creek/river crossings, bites, stings, wet feet, environmental conditions. Location: bowral Map: Mittagong 8929-2S Limit: 20. View

12 May, Wed 10:00AM				Circular Quay to Taronga Wharf
Grade:3/6		Length	8km	180m	Sydney Branch
(Bob Shayler’s Group) Gerald H.
Circular Quay to Taronga Wharf. Walk around Circular Quay, over the bridge and then follow paths, roads and some trails via Neutral Bay and Mosman wharf to Taronga Wharf. Then take ferry back to Circular Quay. Some uphill. Contact Leader Gerald Holder for booking. Some steep bush paths with steps. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Map: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 12. View

12 May, Wed 11:30AM				Walkers lunch
					Sydney Branch
(Mal’s Group) Mal
Catch up and social lunch at O'Donoghues Irish Pub, Emu Plains. View

13 May, Thu 9:00AM				Bola Creek Nature Ramble
Grade:2/6		Length	7km	100m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
This is a gentle morning stroll to explore nature and record what's there. Possible leaches so be warned but bring a camera Location: Royal National Park Map: Otford 91294S Limit: 12. View

14 May, Fri 9:30AM				Neighbourhood Walk No 16 : Thornleigh to Hornsby
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	230m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Nearly fully booked) Leader will be Brad Sichter. Today we will walk from Thornleigh to Hornsby. Starting at Thornleigh Station with a little local history, we will head west along the Great North Walk before diverting through Westleigh and then returning to the bush again on our way to Lisgar Gardens. Lisgar Gardens is a wonderful, secret garden hidden in the back streets of Hornsby. Spread across 6 acres, the garden packs a lot in with a little bit of something for everyone. Lisgar Gardens  are famous for their Camellias. There are around ninety varieties in the garden. Some steep and slippery sections, steep staircases and elevation changes. 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. steep staircase Location: Thornleigh Limit: 16. View

15 May, Sat				Coledale to Woonona
Grade:2/6		Length	9km		Macarthur Branch
Lyn C
Moderate pace. Coledale to Woonona via Coledale Beach, Shark Beach, Brickyard Point, Headlands Hotel, Bells Point, Austinmer Beach (local bus to outskirts of Thirroul, Opal card accepted), Thirroul Beach, McCauley’s Beach, Sandon Point, Bulli Beach. Ocean views, lots of ups and downs, steps, reserve walking, a little sand walking, street walking, mostly formed tracks and footpaths, some uneven and rough-surfaced tracks. Limit: 12. View

15 May, Sat 8:30AM				Traverse of the Gods
Grade:4/6		Length	9km	300m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Back by popular demand, The traverse of the Gods is a spectacular walk which follows a narrow ledge along Banks Wall, allowing the adventurous participant superb views of the Grose Valley and beyond. Rock scrambling and some off-track walking. Location: Blue Mountains NP Map: Mount Wilson 89301N View

16 May, Sun 10:00AM				Blackbutt Reserve nature walks and wildlife exhibits
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	250m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Fully Booked) Blackbutt Reserve occupies over 182 hectares of natural bushland providing visitors with the opportunity to enjoy nature trails, wildlife exhibits, or passive recreation. The Reserve's undulating natural environment is the perfect place to explore the wonders of nature with its peaceful picnic settings, wide open spaces and the diverse range of habitats and ecosystems. The modern and spacious wildlife exhbits provide close viewing of the various native animals on display. The exhibited animals and interpretative signage located along the boardwalk (both wheelchair and pram friendly) provide an opportunity for visitors to observe the fauna and learn about each species. Comprising Eucalypt Forest and pockets of significant remnant vegetation, Blackbutt Reserve boasts a restored rainforest providing habitats for a number of rare and vulnerable species. Map: Newcastle 92322S Limit: 3. View

16 May, Sun 10:25AM				Crossing the Blue Mountains: Section 4
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	500m	Sydney Branch
Stuart S.
(Fully Booked) We walk from Katoomba to Leura via Prince Henry Cliff Walk. Never-ending view of Mount Solitary and The Three sisters. We’ll visit many scenic points including Lady Darley Lookout, Kedumba View, Echo Point, Minnamurra Lookout, Honeymoon Lookout, Bridal Veil View, Leura Cascades, Olympian Rock and Gordon Falls Lookout. Steep and slipppery sections. Gortex boots an advantage. Walk will be cancelled in severe weather warning, bush fire warning or park closure. Please check your mailbox the night before to make sure walk is still on.  Map: Blue Mountains Limit: 15. View

16 May, Sun 5:00AM				Great North Walk: Warners Bay to Queens Wharf, Newcastle
Grade:3/6		Length	18km	300m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Fully Booked) Joint leader, Sheila Walker. The Great North Walk is a 250 km walk from Sydney to Newcastle along bush tracks. This is the final section of the walk ending at Newcastle and a celebratory beer at the pub. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings Location: Newcastle Map: Newcastle 92322S Limit: 20. View

16 May, Sun 10:30AM				Hobart Beach to Wallagoot Gap
Grade:3/6		Length	8km		Far South Coast Branch
Gabrielle T.
Walk in Bournda National Park from Hobart Beach to Wallagoot Gap. This is principally a beach walk along Wallagoot Beach. Lunch on Kangarutha Track. 3km beach walking. 1km rough track. Location: Bournda National Park View

17-23 May, Mon-Sun				Annual bush regeneration camp
					Mid North Coast Branch
Sue B.
Many hands needed for the annual bush regeneration camp based at beautiful Kylies Beach (near Laurieton). This year’s focus will be on rehabilitation of fire-affected areas. Contact Sue for full details. Location: Kylies Beach View

17 May, Mon 9:22AM				Catalina Raceway
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	350m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Walk around the old racing track and the newer Gully Walk. Then follow Kedumba River down through The Gully. Visit Katoomba Cascades, Reids Plateau and Round Walk with a side track to the base of the first drop of Katoomba Falls. Clay surfaces can be slippery if wet. Steep sections. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 16. View

17 May, Mon 10:00AM				Malabar to La Perouse
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	200m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
This walk follows the coastline south from Malabar Beach to the mouth of Botany Bay at La Perouse. It passes spectacular cliffs, headlands and beaches typical of Sydney’s ocean coast as well as golf courses and historical sites. We may be lucky to see the early whales on their migration north. Hazards: golf balls. Location: Botany Bay NP Map: Botany Bay 91303S and Edges Limit: 14. View

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