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6 May, Sat 2:00PM Heritage Festival 2023: Open Houses of Newtown
Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Join Glenda Gartrell for this community event and rare opportunity to step inside some of Newtown's most unique houses. We will visit houses from the late 1800s. The first stop is 26 Oxford Street, an old convent formerly known as St Bede’s Convent and High School Sisters of the Good Samaritan. We will then cross the road to 7 Oxford Street, a turn of the century, worker's semi-detached cottage. We will then take a short walk around the block to the historic Albemarle Street and visit the abode of folk artist and long-time resident and local legend Dianne Gallagher. This is a community event managed independently of Inner West Council. Meeting Place: 26 Oxford Street, Newtown. Limit: 4. View

6-13 May, Sat (11:36AM)-Sat (16:00PM) Lord Howe Island May 2023 #1
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  200m Branch
Sally
Accommodation | An activity that involves an overnight stay, using hard-roofed accommodation such as a cabin, hut or hotel.Cycle | A cycling tripPaddle | A canoe or kayak tripPicnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicSwim | A trip that involves swimmingTalk | A talk or slide show presentation.Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longEducational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.First time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Fully Vaccinated | All participants must be able to show proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to particpate.Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Slow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.(Fully Booked) The last of the special trips to Lord Howe Island started during the pandemic.  A visit to this World Heritage site is on many people's to-do list.  In this trip we not only walk the many beautiful tracks, but also learn from the local experts why the island is so special in the stories of evolution and conservation.  You may also encounter one of the most unique birds which was the reason of David Attenborough's 1997 visit.   The trip package includes flights, accommodation, restaurant meals, lectures, guided walks, low tide reef walks and night walks.  You can also enjoy your own walks, snorkelling, golfing, etc..    Club insurance does not apply to this commercial trip.  For the detailed trip plan please contact sally.bushwalk@tallyhoaccounting.com.au  or 0451637848 (text message preferred) None
Location: Lord Howe Island
Map: Lord Howe Island Limit: 18. View

6 May, Sat 12:32AM Witches Watch, Hecates Cauldron and Tara Point
Grade:5/6 Length 10km Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFind out why this part of the Gardens of Stone must be better protected for the future generations. Park the vehicles at around GR 306 175 on the branch road off the Bicentennial National Trail. Follow the Great Dividing Range north to Gordian Knot and then to Witches Watch, a spectacular lookout above Hecates Cauldron. From here, descend into the Cauldron and explore it underneath the cliff lines and also above, amidst “the bubbles”. Visit the Tower of Hope and other features. Descend into the headwaters of Baal Bone Creek, cross the valley and climb up through Tara Slot onto Tara Point. More amazing views. From here, move up to the ridge and re-connect with the vehicles. Scrambling and exposure. About 10 km.
Location: Ben Bullen SF
Map: Ben Bullen 89314S and Cullen Bullen 89313N View

6 May, Sat 9:00AM Wolli creek to La Perouse
Length 35km Southern Sydney Branch
John K
Cycle | A cycling tripWalk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longA scenic to the gems of La Perouse, bays and beaches, parks and landmarks. Also a short walk through national park. Mostly on off road cycle paths, short distance on road with wide shoulder. Bring lock, spare tubes and walking shoes. Unfortunately, riding an e-bike on this trip will mean that you are not covered under NPA club insurance; Bushwalking Australia is working to see if it can be covered for future trips. Limit: 10. View

7 May, Sun 8:31AM Meadowbank to Huntleys Point
Grade:3/6 Length 13km  165m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.We walk from Meadowbank to Huntley Point wharf. View

7 May, Sun 7:30AM The Corn Trail – From the bottom
Grade:4/6 Length 10km Milton Branch
Mike J.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longThis is a chance to explore the upper reaches of the Buckenbowra River. We will start from the bottom of the Corn Trail and walk up as far as we feel like it, then downhill when we are tired. Contact leader essential for time and details.....subject to change.
Map: Araluen 88261S and Monga 88261N View

8-14 May, Mon-Sun Crowdy Bay Bush Regeneration
Mid North Coast Branch
Sue B.
Camp | An activity that involves an overnight stay, usually in a tent.Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicWalk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longEducational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.A week of bush regeneration based at beautiful Kylies Beach, hosted by Mid North Coast branch. Volunteers welcome to come for however long they like. We have a trailer with bbq plate, urn, sink and all eating and cooking utensils. Dinner provided on Saturday night. Opportunity to walk around Diamond Head with its spectacular views, have a swim or drop a line in. MAPnationalparks.nsw.gov.au/map-crowdy-bay-national-park
Location: Crowdy Bay NP View

8 May, Mon 10:00AM Spit to Zoo
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  270m Sydney Branch
Renate W.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFully Vaccinated | All participants must be able to show proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to particpate.This walk visits Chinamans Beach and Balmoral Beach on Middle Harbour, then climbs up the steel stairway towards Georges Heights. It goes out to Battery 1801, where we can check out the new track, then heads to Chowder Bay before following the scenic bush track to Taronga Zoo via Bradleys Head. Hazards: steps, cliff edges
Location: Sydney Harbour NP
Map: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 14. View

8 May, Mon 8:55AM St Helena Ridge Trail
Grade:3/6 Length 18km  320m Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Updated Details) Woodford to Glenbrook. Oaks Trail for 5.6km then St Helena Ridge Trail to Duck Hole and Glenbrook. Be aware of Mountain bikes on Oaks Trail. Expect to wade across Glenbrook Creek at the Duck Hole.
Location: Woodford
Map: Katoomba, Springwood, and Penrith Limit: 16. View

9 May, Tue 9:30AM Fitzroy Falls West & East Rims #190
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:3/6 Length 13km  300m Southern Highlands Branch
Paul McI
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longSlow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.(Fully Booked) Fitzroy Falls West Rim and East Rim Tracks provide spectacular views of the main falls, Twin Falls, the Grotto and the valley between the two tracks. The vegetation is very different on each of the tracks. Hazards: Rough track, steep sections, slippery rocks.
Location: Morton NP (Fitzroy)
Map: Kangaroo Valley 9028-4S Limit: 20. View

9 May, Tue 9:00AM Hoddles Track – Saddleback Mountain (#330)
Fully inside The Council of the Municipality of Kiama
Grade:4/6 Length 12km  500m Southern Highlands Branch
Mike M
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFully Vaccinated | All participants must be able to show proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to particpate.(Cancelled) 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 9028-1S Limit: 20. View

9 May, Tue 9:01AM Jibbon Head
Grade:2/6 Length 5km  50m Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longCafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.First time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Half day walk around Jibbon Headland, followed by a lunch!
Location: Royal National Park
Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 12. View

10 May, Wed 9:00AM Bannister Head Smorgasboard
Grade:3/6 Length 6km Milton Branch
Wendy
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longCafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.From Bill Andriske Oval in Mollymook, walk along the northern end of Mollymook Beach, up to Mitchell Parade and along to the Bannister Head Lookout. A minor but easy scramble to the rockshelf at Bannisters Heads can reveal seals and dolphins and a rarely seen perspective. Really – it’s amazing. Continue behind the houses and magic garden to return via the byways of Mollymook. Coffee etc. on the lawn at the oval. Grade 2-3: Easy/social. Contact leader essential for time and details. Subject to change. View

10 May, Wed 8:40AM Cowan to Brooklyn via Jerusalem Bay
Grade:3/6 Length 14km  429m Southern Sydney Branch
Paul L.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Part of the Great North Walk, this track goes down to Jerusalem Bay before climbing back through the sandstone plateau that forms the Hawkesbury valley. Connects with Brooklyn Dam Trail and passes through Brooklyn Dam campsite before ending at Brooklyn and Hawkesbury River station. The ascent from Jerusalem Bay is steep and requires a reasonable level of walking fitness. Hazards include creek crossing and slippery rocks.
Location: Kuring-gai Chase NP
Map: Cowan 91304N Limit: 15. View

10 May, Wed 7:30AM Crookhaven River, Berry Canal Paddle
Length 15km Milton Branch
Helen M.
Paddle | A canoe or kayak tripLaunch from Greenwell Point and paddle upstream into the Berry Canal to explore Apple Orchard, Noble's, Mangrove, Comerong and Haven Islands. Return past Orient Point to explore Goodnight, Crow and Billy's Islands. Grade: Medium. PFDs compulsory. Contact leader essential for time and details.....subject to change.
Map: Nowra 90283S View

10 May, Wed 9:05AM Meadowbank to Cabarita
Grade:3/6 Length 10km Sydney Branch
Marilyn C.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longA level walk along the Parramatta River from Meadowbank to Cabarita at a comfortable pace. Lovely river views and historic buildings. Bookings from only one week prior to the walk please.
Location: Parramatta River Limit: 12. View

10 May, Wed 11:30AM Walkers get together
Sydney Branch
Mal
Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicWalkers lunch at O'Donoghues, Emu Plains.
Location: Emu Plains View

11 May, Thu 9:30AM Forest Path and Bola Creek
Grade:2/6 Length 8km  100m Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPhotography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Slow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.Some greenhood orchids are appearing. We shall be looking out for them and for the autumn fungal displays as we enjoy the rainforest in Royal NP. Leeches!
Location: Royal National Park
Map: Port Hacking 91294N and Otford 91294S Limit: 12. View

11 May, Thu 10:00AM The Alphabet Walk series : “M” Macquarie Park Cemetery Tom Sweeney Guided History Tour
Grade:1/6 Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicWalk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longCafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.Educational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.First time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Is history part of your DNA? Then join me on a history tour during this year's Australian Heritage Festival. Discover real history and visit the many famous people buried here who are a rich part of our history.
  • Do you really know the story of William Morris Hughes?
  • Have you met our first ever silent film star Lottie Lyall?
  • Do you remember the case of young Graeme Thorne in 1960?
  • Or how the mother of Saint Mary MacKillop was drowned at sea?
You will learn all of this and more on the walking tour which will be followed by complimentary refreshments at the on-site Cafe. Duration : 1.5 hours     Limit: 8. View

13 May, Sat 8:31AM Blackmans Crown exploration
Grade:4/6 Length 6km  200m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longBlackmans Crown is impressive from any angle as it rises above the Castlereagh highway and offers the curious bushwalker an opportunity to explore a cluster of pagodas, slots, overhangs and various nooks and crannies in a concentrated area! It also gives you superb views over the surrounding countryside including towards Pantoneys Crown. Come and see why it's worth a visit. Off-track walking.
Location: Gardens of Stone NP
Map: Ben Bullen 89314S View

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