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12 Feb, Sun 7:00PM				Bowens Creek North Canyon Upper Section
Grade:5/6					Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Co-leader: Geoff Fox. No abseils but plenty of scrambling (use of rope), rock hopping, and short swims. We will do the extended version, starting at Mount Wilson Road and exiting at the entrance to the Bowens Creek North Lower (abseiling) section. Helmets are compulsory. Bring dry bags. Wetsuits recommended. About 8 km. Canyon Grade 3. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 8. View

12 Feb, Sun 8:00AM				Harbour to Hawkesbury No 1: Manly to Davidson Park
Grade:4/6		Length	25km	800m	Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
The Harbour to Hawkesbury bushwalk is a well-marked route from Manly to Berowra Waters, traversing Garigal, Ku-ring-gai Chase and Berowra Valley National Parks through a variety of terrain. Section 1 is Manly to Davidson Park.   Stunning coastal scenery along Manly Scenic Walkway. Pleasant walking along Middle Harbour & around Bantry Bay through Garigal NP Early exit available at the Spit View

12-19 Feb, Sun (09:00AM)-Sun (17:00PM)				Mount Kosciusko
Grade:3/6					Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Spend a week in mount Kosciusko, staying in a luxury private lodge. The focus is on orchids, sightseeing and walking. Steep and slippery sections View

13 Feb, Mon 9:00AM				Boat Harbour
Grade:3/6		Length	5km	50m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
The waders might soon be getting ready to head home. Let's see how many are around and how many species we can find. Some soft, sandy walking conditions. Location: Kamay Botany Bay National Park Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10. View

13 Feb, Mon 9:29AM				Bruce’s Walk from Medlow Bath to Wentworth Falls
Grade:4/6		Length	15km	440m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
(Cancelled) From Medlow Bath station walk 5 km on road. Turn off to Bruce's Walk. Mainly tracks to north of Wentworth Falls. Final 2-3 km on road then partly around Wentworth Falls Lake. This walk was cancelled on 12 December due to inclement weather. Steep, muddy, rough sections. Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 10. View

13 Feb, Mon 9:30AM				Cronulla Peninsula
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	120m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
The route from Cronulla Station to the East coast passes some of the colourful murals of Cronulla. The walk then turns south along the Esplanade, with ocean views changing from Cape Baily in the north to Jibbon Head in the south. As the path turns past Bass and Flinders Point the shores from Bundeena to Maianbar and further into Port Hacking come into view. From Hungry Point a combination of roads, parks and beaches leads north along Gunnamatta Bay back to Cronulla Station. Hazards: Laneways & roads, cliff edges, steps, sandy beaches. Map: Cronulla Limit: 14. View

13 Feb, Mon 8:42AM				Springwood Birdwood Gully
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	420m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
From Springwood Station walk various tracks including Madeline Glen, track towards Tom Hunter Park, Lindsay Road and Birdwood Gully tracks. Ups and downs. Could be slippery, rough, steep sections. Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 15. View

14 Feb, Tue 9:30AM				Clover Hill Rd to Balancing Rock (#540)
Fully inside Shellharbour City Council
Grade:3/6		Length	8km	250m	Southern Highlands Branch
Paul O
(Fully Booked) Clover Hill Rd is a management track leading to a rough track down to the Macquarie Rivulet.  After crossing the rivulet there is an indistinct track which leads to Balancing Rock and a lovely waterfall.  Return is by the same route. Hazards: Rough track, slippery creek crossings, steep sections. Location: Macquarie Pass NP Limit: 20. View

14 Feb, Tue 8:00AM				Kayak Woronora River to The Needles (#K200)
Fully inside Sutherland Shire Council
Grade:2/6		Length	13km	1m	Southern Highlands Branch
Pamela W.
(Fully Booked) This year it's a different location. Bring your own kayak or rent.  Book kayaks with Pamela  by 4th February. From Bowral Pool we depart at 8:00am which is one hour earlier than normal departure time. Hazards: Mostly still water. Possibility of one short section with quick flow if river is flowing. Limit: 20. View

15 Feb, Wed 8:45AM				Mt Kuring-gai to Berowra via Cowan Creek
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	300m	Southern Sydney Branch
Paul L.
This track has been closed for over a year and is scheduled to be open in February. Walking down to Cowan creek from Mt Kuring-gai, then the track to Berowra station. Final climb to the station to end the walk follows the small creek from Berowra. This walk is through bush and forest with views of Cowan creek. Hazards: Track had been closed due to land slip, repairs made, hope to see this section. May still have loose surface. Location: Berowra Map: Berowra Limit: 15. View

15 Feb, Wed 9:30AM				Spit to Manly
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	100m	Sydney Branch
Hildegard S.
Walk from The Spit Bridge to Manly Wharf via Manly Scenic Walkway Track. Lovely harbour views. Steep sections, many steps, bush tracks with rough & uneven surfaces. Location: Sydney Harbour NP Limit: 15. View

16 Feb, Thu 8:00AM				Kiama To Gerringong Coastal Walk
Grade:3/6		Length	12km		Milton Branch
Barry T.
Starting Kiama, about 11 km (with possible option for those preferring shorter walks to join up in the early afternoon from the Gerringong side). Travel along one of the most spectacular coastal cliff top routes in the country. More details to follow closer to the time, including advice on transport arrangements. Limit: 12 from Kiama. Contact leader essential for meeting details.....subject to change. Limit: 12. View

17 Feb, Fri 9:30AM				The Alphabet series : “O”..Oatley to Mortdale
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	200m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader: Philip Wright Oatley Park is not the usual suburban park.  It is full of surprises.  We'll start from Oatley train station. Walk along Mulga Road to Oatley Park. Have morning tea at The Castle. Walk down to the Jewfish Bay walk skirting Lime Kiln Head all the way to Lime Kiln Bay. Cross the bridge to the wooden boardwalk at the mangrove to The Wetlands. Climb to Oatley Bush Playground to Webster Lookout and walked back to Jewfish bay before walking back to Mortdale station. We might see  Orchids and wetlands inhabitants. The locals swear by the coffee shop at the station.  We meet at the coffee shop.  Come early if you want to join me for a cup of coffee.  After walk, there are options for lunch at Mortdale. Steep and slippery sections View

18 Feb, Sat 9:15AM				Cycle Cronulla to Fox Studios return
		Length	62km		Sydney Branch
Rob G.
Cycling via Brighton Le Sands and return to Cronulla. Mostly on cycle lanes and cycle paths. Meeting at 9:15 am for a prompt 9:30 am start. Coffee along the way, lunch at Fox Studios. Returning to Cronulla by approx. 3:30 pm. Meeting at 9:15 am for a prompt 9:30 am start. Must be confident riding on roads. Must book in with leader. When contacting leader please provide Full Name, Mobile Number, Emergency contact details, Name of Club (s) & membership number (where applicable), First Aid Yes/No. Must bring spare tube (s) and repair kit. No Helmet No Go! Limited numbers. View

18 Feb, Sat				Gang Gang Canyon, Tunnels and Falls
Grade:5/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Find out why this part of the Gardens of Stone SCA must be better protected for the future generations. Park at GR 398 038. Descend into Gang Gang Canyon and walk all the way through to Gang Gang Tunnels, visiting the cave at about GR 309 400, as well as the cave at GR 405 043. After exploring the Gang Gang Tunnels, turn south and walk to the falls at GR 407 045, whilst inspecting the caves along the way. Continue south to visit Lots Wife and the adjacent cave. Find a way out to the western side and re-connect with the cars. About 6km. All off-track, some rock scrambling and exposure. Location: Newnes State Forest Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N View

18 Feb, Sat 5:12AM				Heathcote circuit
Grade:3/6		Length	15km	200m	Sydney Branch
Greg L.
Heathcote - Parklands Trail - Karloo Pool - Uloola Falls - Uloola Track - Robertson Knoll - Kangaroo Creek - Engadine Track - Parklands Trail - Heathcote. A nice walk through Royal with possible swimming along the way. Interesting country. Joint walk with Bush Club. Creek crossings. Location: Royal National Park Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 15. View

18 Feb, Sat 9:30AM				Hyde Park – Circular Quay. Street art and memorial walk
Grade:1/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
Sandra C.
Circle Hyde Park and pause at the 2015 Yininmadyemi – Thou didst let fall. Morning Tea at Sandringham Gardens, gates unlocked by the Queen 1954.  Lunch in the Botanic Garden. Along the way view Australia’s first monument - Governor Bourke unveiled 1842 and Arthur Phillip 1897. Water available and dropout points. Flat walk. This is a combined NPA and Ramblers walk. Meet leader at Archibald Fountain, Hyde Park. No need to register prior to walk. Limit: none. Location: City of Sydney View

18 Feb, Sat 8:01AM				The Dalpura Canyon
Grade:4/6		Length	7km	200m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Dalpura Canyon is a short but very spectacular and relatively easy canyon set deep within the Blue Mountains National Park. There is 1 abseil but its possible to scramble around it and no compulsory swimming but you'll probably get wet under normal conditions, up to your chest. I plan to also take a look at some of the nearby pagodas on the walk out. rock scrambling and partial wetness! Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Mt Wilson View

19 Feb, Sun				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

19 Feb, Sun				2023 Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Situation course
					Branch
Bushwalking NSW
Saturday February 19th and Sat-Sun February 26th-27th. 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

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