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| 5 Apr, Fri 10:00PM | Fosters Flat Sawmill, RNP | ||||
| Grade:2/6 | Length | 2km | 10m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
| Greg | |||||
        This sawmill was operated by James Foster of Waterfall around 1903. The sawmill was powered by a Robey 18hp semi portable engine. The boiler remains, and there are the remains of a timber-lined pit for the circular saw blade and, no doubt, other structures 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 still 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.
We will also look at the remains of the Scientists Hut (also known as the Zoologist Hut), which was built on the sawmill site in 1925 and used by the Royal Zoologists Society to study the habits of birds, notably the satin bower bird.
A good lunch can be had at the Audley Cafe.
This walk will be done in conjunction with members of the Sutherland Shire Historical Society. Leeches abound, so wear long trousers and bring insect repellant. Good shade, but hat and sun lotion are a good idea.Location: Royal National Park Limit: 20. View |
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| 5 Apr, Fri 9:00AM | Heritage walk to the Pass of Sabugal | ||||
| Grade:2/6 | Length | 3km | 240m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
| Greg | |||||
| This short heritage walk travels down Sir Thomas Mitchells old Illawarra Road, through bush, to the causeway across the Woronora River This road was cleared in 1843 by the last convicts road gang in NSW,
We will also visit the remains of the nearby Woronora watermill, built by John Lucas in 1825. The area above the mill is today known as ‘Lucas Heights’. This mill was a small timber building with one set of mill stones grinding wheat that was delivered by boat from Botany Bay. 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 mills size and what it would have looked like. This area was also the location of depression era housing in the 1930’s and the scant remains of around twelve houses can still be identified.
Most of this walk is on a fire trail and it is not long, only about 3km, the drawback is the steep climb back up the hill when the excursion is over. Tripping hazards, snakes, ticks, leaches, fast-flowing river, slippery rocks (we will not cross the river). Location: Woronora River Valley Limit: 20. View |
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| 6 Apr, Sat 9:00AM | Pretty Beach To Pebbly Beach Loop Walk – Full Day | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 18km | Milton Branch | ||
| Megan H. | |||||
| A steep climb to start, up Mt Durras, then walk across to Pebbly Beach (partly on the road) and stop for lunch. On the way back explore the new track along the coast back to Pretty. Some uphill and down, along rock platforms, up and down constructed steps, short section on the Pebbly Road. The walk is long, but pace will be steady, with plenty of time to enjoy the coast on the way back. Whole day walk. Should be back at cars around 4:30 pm. Location: Murramarang NP Map: Kioloa 89261N Limit: 10. View |
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| 7 Apr, Sun 7:31AM | Pagoda Heaven and South East Genowlan Mountain | ||||
| Grade:5/6 | Length | 10km | Sydney Branch | ||
| Yuri B. | |||||
| This unique area, part of the Gardens of Stone region, has an active coal mine underneath it. Find out why it must be better protected for future generations. Park vehicles on top of the escarpment above Airly Mountain and follow the Genowlan Mountain Trail as far as GR 266 330. Climb north northeast to the tops, then explore Pagoda Heaven, a highly dissected, pagoda-studded area to the east and south. Descend underneath the cliff line in a southwesterly direction to GR 266 327. From here, climb a narrow south trending ridge. Continue to the top of the escarpment and follow it southwest all the way to Genowlan Trig. Take the fire trail from there to reconnect with the vehicles. About 10 km. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N View |
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| 7 Apr, Sun 8:17AM | Wahroonga to Bobbin Head | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 18km | 300m | Sydney Branch | |
| Geoffrey.L | |||||
   Gibberagong & Bobbin Head tracks start off at Wahroonga Station. A moderate walk winding through bush, rainforest, heath, saltwater mangroves, creek crossings, waterholes & views of the Hawkesbury River. The whole watery mangrove ecosystems are on full display with plankton, crabs, shellfish & wading birds. An interesting walk with a swim & a picnic at Bobbin Head. Slippery creek crossings.Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase NP Map: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Limit: 20. View |
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| 8 Apr, Mon 8:30AM | Glenbrook Circuit | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 12km | 380m | Sydney Branch | |
| Allan P. | |||||
| Walk to Bluff Reserve for views over Glenbrook Gorge. Might see the elusive Moorakoo Falls. Then follow historic tramway track to Tunnel Gully. Make our way to Knapsack Bridge via a section of the Lapstone Zig Zag. Climb the new stairs to Elizabeth Lookout, visit Marges Lookout and Lennox Bridge before returning to Glenbrook Station. Lots of steps. Location: Glenbrook Limit: 20. View |
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| 8 Apr, Mon 9:22AM | Nellies Glen to Devils Hole | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 12km | 500m | Sydney Branch | |
| Allan P. | |||||
| (Cancelled) Follow the Six Foot Track down Nellies Glen. Return to Katoomba via Devils Hole. Steep descent on old steps and track. Some rock scrambling ascending Devils Hole. Some sections will be damp and maybe slippery. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View |
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| 8-13 Apr, Mon (12:00PM)-Sat (10:00AM) | South-East Forests of NSW | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 50km | 650m | Sydney Branch | |
| Greg L. | |||||
 Walk is full and waiting list applies.
Car camping and day walks/short walks. Come and visit some parks that you may not even have heard of. Interesting and beautiful country, variety of walks. High country, but not like the Snowy Mountains. Some big climbs, but not excessive. All on tracks.Location: Deua and South-East Forests NPs Map: Contact leader Limit: 15. View |
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| 8 Apr, Mon 9:25AM | West Pennant Hills to North Parramatta via Darling Mills Creek | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 9km | 120m | Sydney Branch | |
| John H. | |||||
| We are following Darling Mills Creek from near its source almost to its junction with Toongabbie Creek, to form the Parramatta River. We pass through Sydney's sandstone heathlands with remanent stands of Sydney Blue Gums and walk, near the end, along a convict-built road. An easy track to the dam, but then it becomes more rugged. Creek crossings, and you may wish to bring a torch for the tunnel, but that is not required. Booking essential, giving your NPA, mobile and emergency contact numbers. Location: North West Sydney Map: Parramatta River 91303N Limit: 20. View |
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| 9 Apr, Tue 9:30PM | Kangaroo River Fire Trail (#150) | ||||
| Fully inside Shoalhaven City Council | |||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 8km | 300m | Southern Highlands Branch | |
| (SH Tuesday Walks) Barbara B. | |||||
| (Leader Changed) The Kangaroo River Fire Trail leads from Tallowa Dam Road down to Lake Yarrunga. The fire trail winds through forest with beautiful ferns, orchids and interesting rock formations to a lovely lunch place on the banks of Lake Yarrunga. Return by the same route.
Hazards: Rough, steep fire trail and fallen trees. Location: Morton NP (Kangaroo Valley) Map: Burrier 8928-2N Limit: 20. View |
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| 10 Apr, Wed 8:24AM | Glenbrook To Blaxland | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 13km | 430m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
| Loan | |||||
| (Updated Details) Some tracks at Glenbrook closed due to flooding. The walk has changed as follows: Starting at Glenbrook Station, walk through Knapsack Reserve to Elizabeth Lookout, Yoogali Lookout overlooking Penrith Lakes, cross few creeks and walk along a variety of tracks, trails and roads to Blaxland Station.
Steep and creek crossing. Limit: 15.
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| 10 Apr, Wed 9:45AM | The Ponds Walk | ||||
| Grade:2/6 | Length | 8km | Sydney Branch | ||
| Jeff O. | |||||
| Walk from Carlingford to Rydalmere through urban bushland and parks, with some street walking. We start from Eric Mobbs Memorial Park and finish at Victoria Rd, Rydalmere, from where buses go to Parramatta or Sydney CBD. Optional extension of walk to Parramatta via shared pedestrian bike path along Parramatta River, a further 3.5km. Bookings only one week before the walk please. Location: Dundas Valley Limit: 15. View |
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| 10 Apr, Wed 11:30AM | Walkers get together | ||||
| Sydney Branch | |||||
| Mal | |||||
| Walkers lunch at O'Donoghues, Emu Plains.
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| 11 Apr, Thu 9:00AM | Woolwich to Hunters Hill | ||||
| Grade:2/6 | Length | 10km | 150m | Southern Sydney Branch | |
| Brian E. | |||||
| This is part 2 of the planned series of heritage walks in Sydney that I am leading during April. This one includes the famous patch of bushland protected by the matrons of Hunters Hill and their Communist mates in the BLF, led by Jack Mundey. We are fortunate to have so many sites within easy reach by public transport. And, even better, this walk is on a day when we can have lunch at the Hunters Hill Club! Location: Sydney Harbour Limit: 10. View |
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| 12 Apr, Fri 9:00AM | Paddle Minnmurra River (#K700) | ||||
| Grade:4/6 | Length | 7km | Southern Highlands Branch | ||
| (SH Paddlers) Keith H. | |||||
 We launch in the crystal clear waters opposite the river mouth, then head upstream to explore deep into two mangrove forests. "The fleet" can then decide to paddle to the river’s navigable limit or, on the return paddle, land and explore Mystics Beach - part of the National Surfing Reserve in Killalea State Park. Requirements: Participants to provide their own craft & are required to wear a correctly fitted PFD. Distance will be a minimum 7km but an optional extension making it 14km. Tidal. Deep water. Possible wake from motorboats.Location: Minnammurra River Limit: 12. View |
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| 12 Apr, Fri 6:12AM | T3 to Tootie Cascades | ||||
| Grade:5/6 | Sydney Branch | ||||
| Yuri B. | |||||
| Park on T3 Trail at GR 812 013 and proceed west for a few hundred metres to GR 811 012. Descend into the gully to the north and walk all the way to Tootie Cascades. Swimming opportunities. From here, return via the gully rising towards the south east towards T3 Track. Re-connect with the vehicles. Exploratory. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View |
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| 12 Apr, Fri 10:00AM | The. suburbs series: Strathfield | ||||
| Grade:2/6 | Length | 10km | 100m | Sydney Branch | |
| (SWAG) Esther | |||||
| (Fully Booked) Leader: Lynne Hewitt. A historic walk of Strathfield. Start from Strathfield Station. Lunch at Strathfield Park. Return home by catching a bus from Coronation Parade to either Strathfield Station, to Central or to other suburbs. Limit: 15.
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| 13 Apr, Sat | McLeans Pass – Mt McLean – Firebird Rocks | ||||
| Grade:5/6 | Length | 8km | 450m | Sydney Branch | |
| Mark G. | |||||
| (Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) This walk will take you down to the spectaular Stargate Tunnel and Mcleans Pass and then head west into a complex area of clifflines, slots and pagodas, and including Hecates Cauldron. Perhaps the biggest thrill will be to explore the visually stunning Firebird Rocks. Although not a long walk, it will keep you busy and enthralled for many hours! Rock scrambling and off-track walking. Location: Gardens of Stone SCA Map: Ben Bullen 89314S Limit: 12. View |
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| 14 Apr, Sun 9:00AM | Pretty Beach to Depot Beach, via Murramarang Coast Track | ||||
| Length | 20km | Milton Branch | |||
| Megan H. | |||||
| Grade: Medium. Distance: Max 20 kms (flexible). Come and walk the beautiful Murramarang coastline. We will set off from Pretty Beach and walk as far as we wish, returning the same way. There will be optional swims along the way, and hopefully we will see some whales. Map: Durras 89261S Limit: 10. View |
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| 15-19 Apr, Mon-Fri | Kosciuszko | ||||
| Grade:3/6 | Length | 10km | 400m | Sydney Branch | |
| Kaye B. | |||||
 Broken Dam/4 Mile Hut base camp - expressions of interest sought:
Day 1: drive to accomodation in Providence Portal.
Days 2,3: walk to Broken Dam Hut, camp and do day walks from there.
Day 4: return to cars, drive short distance to Selwyn carpark and walk into 4 Mile Hut site (now ruins) and explore the area.
Day 5: return to cars, drive home.
Joint walk with The Bush Club. Kosciuszko Northern Activities MAP. Location: Kosciuszko NP Map: Kosciuszko Alpine Area - Spatial Vision Limit: 8. View |
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