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30 Apr, Sun 8:00AM				Batemans Bay – Lilli Pilli Beach to Rosedale
Grade:3/6		Length	10km		Milton Branch
Mike J.
This is the second stretch of the Batemans Bay Coastal Headlands Walking Trail. There will be a short car shuffle. For an interactive map of the track Google “Batemans Bay Coastal Headlands Walking Trail”. Contact leader essential for time and details ... subject to change. View

30 Apr, Sun 8:30AM				Meadowbank station to Abbotsford wharf via Kokoda track.
Grade:4/6		Length	22km	150m	Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
We walk from Meadowbank Station to Abbotsford via the Kokoda Track. View

30 Apr, Sun 8:00AM				Wollongong Uni – Mt Keira Lookout – Wollongong Uni loop
Grade:4/6		Length	10km	520m	Branch
Carol T.
Mostly on track & under the rain forest canopy with excellent lookouts and 2 solid climbs. We will visit the imposing Lawrence Hargrave monument, view the remnants of a coal mine and see the sculptures acknowledging the local Aboriginal, Wodi Wodi people, account of the 5 islands formation. Potential side trip to Robertsons lookout (adds 2km), and late lunch in the Botanical Gardens, time dependant. Two early climbs 210m and 180m.  This is one of Jims series of walks. 2 off-track sections including a long off-track scramble up a dry gully, unfenced lookouts, slippery in parts if wet. Location: Illawarra Escarpment SCA Map: Wollongong 9029-2S Limit: 12. View

1 May, Mon 10:15AM				Tarban Creek
Grade:2/6		Length	9km	40m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
From Huntleys Point this walk meanders around under Gladesville Bridge to Tarban Creek. It heads upstream before crossing over the ridge and Victoria Road to the scenic foreshore of Parramatta River, following it downstream past historic Bedlam Point.  It climbs up through the grounds of the old Gladesville Hospital, returning to Huntley's Point Ferry. This is a circular walk. Hazards: very few steps and short section of rough track. Location: Sydney Harbour Map: Sydney Harbour Limit: 14. View

1 May, Mon 9:00AM				Winmalee to Springwood
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	390m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
Train arrives at 8:42 am, transfer to Springwood bus stand 692H at 9:00. Alight Sunset Boulevard and White Cross Road at 9:13. Walk part of Shaw's Ridge Track, then steep down to Blue Gum Track. Grotto, lovely ferny track, then up to Springwood Ridge Track and St Columba School. Near Hawkesbury Road various track along Birdwood Gully and Springwood Creek to Springwood Station. Option for an exploratory side track (marked on All Trails but I haven't found it yet). Steep, rough, could be slippery whether wet or dry leaves. Map: Springwood 90304S Limit: 15. View

2 May, Tue 9:00AM				McPhails Fire Trail (#130)
Passes through 2 LGA's. Wingecarribee Shire Council Shoalhaven City Council
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	250m	Southern Highlands Branch
David W.
(Fully Booked) McPhails Fire Trail is a downhill walk from the highlands into Kangaroo Valley.  The Pipeline Lookout is an excellent morning tea stop before descending through rainforest and around Mt Carrialoo into the valley. Hazards: Rough track, unfenced cliff edges, very steep descent. Location: Morton NP (Kangaroo Valley) Map: Bundanoon 8928-1S Limit: 20. View

2 May, Tue 7:14AM				Sydney: Balmoral to Cremorne Point (#S401)
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	300m	Southern Highlands Branch
Michael B
(Fully Booked) We have an opportunity to explore some of the best of the North Shore of Sydney Harbour. Starting at Balmoral Beach with its little jetty and huge fig trees; to Middle Head to explore fortifications and cliff top views beyond the Heads; then through angophora trees to Georges Heights and barracks converted to artist studios; and on to Clifton Gardens for lunch. Then we will walk beside secluded bays to the navy memorials at Bradley’s Head. Then it is a short walk to Taronga Zoo for a Ferry to Circular Quay and trains home. It all starts by boarding the first carriage of the SHL train at 7.14 am in Bowral and arriving in Wynyard at 9.45 then a bus or taxis to Balmoral beach. After coffee we shall start our walk at about 10:30 am. The walk is about 11kms. It takes about 4 hours and 45 mins including lunch and many stops along the way ( but not for cafes or a swim ). See what Arthur Streeton saw when he did some of his finest work. - See the lizards, lorikeets, wrens and bush turkeys. - Listen to the currawongs. Hear the waves, lapping at the shore. - Enter the fortifications where microbats now live. We aim to arrive at Taronga Zoo in time for connections to SHL train departing Central at 4pm. If all goes to plan you will be back at Bowral at 6pm. Location: Cremorne Limit: 20. View

3 May, Wed 9:30AM				Bondi Junction to Edgecliff
Grade:2/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Fritz W.
A fairly easy walk, but with some steps, from Bondi Junction Station via Bellevue Hill lookout, Cooper Park, Double Bay, Darling Point, then Marathon steps to Edgecliff Station. Bookings only from one week before date of walk please. Location: Eastern Suburbs Limit: 15. View

3 May, Wed 9:34AM				Burramoko Fire Trail to Hanging Rock
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	280m	Southern Sydney Branch
Paul L.
(Fully Booked) Starting from Blackheath station via Blackheath Botanical Gardens to the start of the Burramoko Fire Trail. Follow the trail to Baltzer Lookout for great views of valley and cliffs. Cliff edge track down to Hanging Rock. May explore area near rock. Lunch at lookout. Return via same route. Burramoko lookout is within NSW declared wilderness area, number in group limited to eight. Hazards include cliff edges and one section of steep descent. Location: Blackheath, Blue Mountains Map: Blue Mountains Limit: 8. View

3 May, Wed 9:30AM				Minnamurra to Kiama Coastal Track
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	200m	Illawarra Branch
Margaret C.
A coastal walk, including beaches and rock platforms, from Minnamurra to Kiama, via Bombo Headland for some whale watching and then onto Kiama Blowhole. About 3 hours of walking. Cliff Edges, rock surfaces, sand. Location: Kiama Coast Map: Kiama 90281S Limit: 10. View

5 May, Fri 9:29AM				Metro Walk: Norwest – Bella Vista Circuit
Grade:3/6		Length	9km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Brad S.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) RSVP only accepted from 2 weeks prior to 7 pm the day before event. A loop walk around Norwest and Bella Vista passing by historic Bella Vista Farm. The walk is on bike paths and footpaths.  Option to return via Metro from Bella Vista for anyone who wants a shorter walk. Location: North West Sydney Limit: 15. View

6 May, Sat 2:00PM				Heritage Festival 2023: Open Houses of Newtown
					Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(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
(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.
Find 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
A 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
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.
This 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.
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. MAP: nationalparks.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.
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.
(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

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