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13 May, Mon 9:00AM				Forest and Shore (cancelled)
Grade:3/6		Length	8km	10m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Distance and route will be flexible, depending on the weather that day but whatever route we take, you will still find much to enjoy about this coastal park. Location: Seven Mile Beach NP Limit: 12. View

13 May, Mon 9:06AM				Yellow Rock to Mt Riverview
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	350m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Updated Details) Take old bridal track down to the Powerline Trail near the Nepean River. Follow this to Fitzgeralds Creek for lunch. After lunch there is the hill up to the cliffs overlooking Fitzgeralds Creek. Walk up to bus stop near Summit St. Some off track. The main creek crossings have concrete causeways. Some steep sections. Some eroded sections. Lots of leaves and twigs on unused bridal track. Powerline Service Trail is overgrown with long grass. Maybe wear gaiters. A few mosquitos about so protect yourself. Suggest you bring a couple of snacks you can eat on the move. Location: Yellomundee RP Map: Springwood Limit: 20. View

14 May, Tue 9:30AM				Buchanan’s & Elmsere Lookout (From Governors St, Bundanoon (#690) )
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	250m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Martyn M.
Commencing at the Glow Worm Glen car park the path winds through forest with a couple of little creek crossings.  Continue on the track to the left of the Glow Worm Glen steps which winds along to Buchanan's Lookout.  Optional opportunity to continue to Elsmere Lookout.  Enjoy the beautiful view while having lunch and return by the same route. Rough track, slippery rocks, unfenced cliff edges. Location: Morton NP (Bundanoon) Map: Bundanoon 8928-1S Limit: 20. View

15 May, Wed 8:18AM				Heathcote Loop – Eddies Lookout
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	300m	Southern Sydney Branch
Loan
A beautiful walk in Heathcote NP down the Friendly Track then crossing Heathcote Creek and up to Eddies Lookout. Views of Woronora River and Heathcote Creek. Returning along a different track down the ridge line to another creek crossing and a short walk along the Pipeline Trail then back up to Heathcote Station. Limit: 15. View

15 May, Wed 9:15AM				Kings Cross to Rose Bay Ferry
Grade:2/6		Length	9km		Sydney Branch
John M.
We walk around 4 bays and through 5 parks to the Rose Bay ferry. From Kings Cross Station we head to Elizabeth Bay, then around Rushcutters Bay and across Darling Point to Double Bay Beach. From there to Rose Bay. All with good harbour views. Bookings only from one week before the walk please. Location: Sydney Harbour Limit: 15. View

15 May, Wed 9:00AM				Ulladulla Wildflower Reserve to Kings Point
Grade:3/6		Length	6km		Milton Branch
Paul B.
From the Ulladulla Wildflower Garden follow the often winding and often confusing tracks to Kings Pt. This is a one-way walk, and a car shuffle will be needed. View

16 May, Thu 8:25AM				Three Peaks walk, Southern Highlands
Grade:4/6		Length	20km	600m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Explorer Walks) Jerry
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Tour de Bowral 3 Peaks Circuit, a classic. You will enjoy the autumn colours in the villages of Bowral, Mittagong & Welby. Views from Mt Gibraltar, Mt Alexandra and Mt Gibbergunyah. Rough tracks, unfenced cliff edges, slippery rocks, creek crossings, wineries. Location: Southern highlands Limit: 12. View

17 May, Fri 9:30PM				Heritage Walk to the Pass of Sabugal
Grade:2/6		Length	2.5km	110m	Southern Sydney Branch
Greg
The Pass of Sabugal was named by Sir Thomas Mitchell in 1843 after a place in Portugal where a major battle between the English and French took place in 1811. This is where the Old Illawarra Road, surveyed by Mitchell and cleared by the last convict road gang in NSW, crossed the Woronora River over a causeway. Although the road, now a fire trail, has been upgraded several times and the causeway is now concrete, it is largely faithful to the original line of road. This area was also the location of depression-era housing in the 1930s and the scant remains of around twelve houses can still be identified. We will also visit the remains of John Lucas’ watermill, built in 1825. John Lucas had a substantial land grant here and built his mill about 100 meters downstream from the causeway. The area above the mill is today known as ‘Lucas Heights’. Bushfires and floods have removed all traces of the timber building, but beam slots excavated in the rock and the remains of the mill dam give us a good idea of the mill's size and what it would have looked like. Although the walk is not long, a bit over 1km, the drawback is the steep climb back up the hill when the excursion is over. Meet opposite 89 Thomas Mitchell Drive, Barden Ridge. Location: Barden Ridge, NSW Limit: 20. View

17 May, Fri 10:20AM				Suburbs series : Castle Cove to Castlecrag
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	250m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Sophie A.
North Arm Track - Harold Reid Reserve, Sugar Loaf Bay.  A delightful walk through streets and bush tracks (steep at times) with lovely water views and a castle.  Lots of steps. Worth the effort for this beautiful walk. No booking is required so just turn up on the day. Location: Northern Beaches View

18 May, Sat 10:00AM				Hidden Gem and Coal Waste in Royal NP
Grade:4/6					Southern Sydney Branch
14608
Hosted by Sutherland Shire Environment Centre. Walks will be in the RNP near the headwaters of the Hacking River which drains off the Illawarra escarpment. The infamous Peabody Metropolitan Colliery is located further up Camp Gully Creek. The mine has illegally discharged coal waste material into these waterways on numerous occasions in recent years. If you’re curious about the ongoing impacts on the ecosystem downstream, this is a good opportunity to see the evidence for yourself. Registration essential. Creek crossings, wet feet Location: Royal NP View

19 May, Sun 8:15AM				Governor Head
Grade:3/6		Length	11km		Milton Branch
Shauna G.
We will begin near Murrays Beach and head for Hole in the Wall, to take advantage of the tide. We then cross the road to the Paperbark Creek Track, head along Old Murrays Track, then north past Snapper Point, Devils Elbow and on to Governor Head before skirting the rocks back to Murrays Beach and jetty. Bring morning tea and lunch. Note: ACT National Park entrance fee applies. Location: Booderee NP View

19 May, Sun 6:41AM				Poseidon Arena: Poseidon and Hades Ridges
Grade:5/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Find out why this spectacular area must be better protected for future generations. Park at GR 284 190 on Moffitt Trail. Walk south and explore Poseidon Ridge and its remarkable rock formations. Descend from the end of the ridge and climb Lower Hades, the southern end of Hades Ridge; then ascend Hades Ridge and follow it northwards, enjoying its pagodas and rock sculptures. At around GR 289 192, walk down to Moffitt Trail and back to cars. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. About 6k. Location: Ben Bullen SF and Gardens of Stone SCA Map: Ben Bullen 89314S View

20 May, Mon 9:45AM				Exploring the Parramatta River – Parramatta to Meadowbank
Grade:2/6		Length	12km	103m	Sydney Branch
John H.
We will meet in Parramatta Square, just outside the railway station and follow the Parramatta River, through a variety of landscapes, including mangroves, to Meadowbank Railway Station. It is mainly on paved surfaces and is fairly flat. Booking essential giving your mobile, emergency contact and NPA membership numbers, if I don't already have them. There are a few roads to cross, some stairs and many cyclists on the paths as well. Map: Parramatta River 91303N Limit: 20. View

20 May, Mon 9:00AM				Hazelbrook to Woodford
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	490m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
From Hazelbrook Station walk down Oaklands Road. Track to Horseshoe, Oaklands and Burgess Falls. Tracks to Hazel, Edith and Mabel Falls. Steep track up to fire trail. Unnamed track down and up to Ridge Street Woodford. Ending at Woodford Station. Steep, rough, muddy. Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

20 May, Mon 9:00AM				Taronga to Middle Head
Grade:3/6		Length	8km	150m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Another of the heritage walks to explore our disconnected but special Sydney Harbour National Park. There is a new walking track to Middle Head which we shall check out before taking the bus home. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 12. View

21 May, Tue 9:30AM				Beehive Point (#140)
Fully inside Shoalhaven City Council
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	400m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Mike M
(Fully Booked) From the end of Jack's Corner Road follow Griffins Fire Trail to a track to the left.  Follow this through the forest to a steep descent to the main dirt road leading to Beehive Point on Lake Yarrunga.  This is a lovely picnic area and chance for a swim.  Return by the main dirt road. Hazards: Rough track and some steep sections both up and down. Location: Morton NP (Kangaroo Valley) Map: Bundanoon 8928-I-S Limit: 20. View

21 May, Tue 7:00PM				The Quarantine Station
					Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/8102670640?omn=84015111024. Archaeologists Greg Jackson and Pam Forbes will take you through the historic site that is Quarantine Station, a key part of the north head precinct of Sydney Harbour National Park View

22 May, Wed 9:00AM				Big Spotty
Grade:3/6		Length	4km		Milton Branch
Leslie R.
From Termeil we will drive on the Old Highway and Middle Ridge forest roads to park in a forest clearing. The walk is along remote forest roads and a short but steep bush track to commune with “Big Spotty” (another magnificent old Spotted gum recently threatened by proposed logging in the surrounding state forest). Return to the cars via the same route. Coffee afterwards at Termeil – BYO or available at roadhouse. Map: Tabourie 89272S View

22 May, Wed 8:50AM				Ikara and Asgard Heads Loop
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	485m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(Changed Transport Details) Meet at Katoomba Station and car shuttle to start of the Ikara Head Trail. Walk along track to Ikara Head, walk back and turn off to track leading to Girraween Cave, then walk off-track to Asgard Swamp Track, walk to Thor Head, going briefly to the swamp on the way. From Thor Head, walk back to the Asgard Swamp Track and go on to Asgard Head Lookout, on a faint track to the top of Asgard Head and then off-track to Asgard Swamp Track and back to the start. Girraween Cave is a lovely cave and the views from the heads over the Grose Valley are breathtaking. Cars required. Please state whether driving when requesting to join. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings and off-track sections. Location: Mt Victoria Limit: 12. View

22 May, Wed 9:30AM				Wollstonecraft to Kirribilli
Grade:3/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Hildegard S.
Walk from Wollstonecraft Station to Kirribilli via Berry Island and Balls Head Reserve. Visit the historic Coal Loader Centre. Beautiful bush and harbour views. Bookings only one week before the walk please. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 15. View

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