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31 Jul, Sat				The Amazing Pagoda Maze
Grade:5/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) Find out why this part of the Gardens of Stone region must be protected for future generations. Park the cars at GR 263 186 on Moffitts Trail. Walk to about GR 276 193 and climb north to explore several pagoda ridges, before crossing into Gardens of Stone NP to visit Palatine Rock and Tarpeian Rock with their spectacular views.  Then on to the amazing Pagoda Maze, best part of which is located in the State Forest and is therefore unprotected. About 10 km. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Ben Bullen SF and Gardens of Stone NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S View

31 Jul, Sat 8:31AM				Wentworth Falls tracks, waterfalls and lookouts
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	800m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) On this walk we will enjoy as many waterfalls, lookouts and points of interest as we walk the following tracks starting at the Conservation Hut. Nature, National Pass, Wentworth Pass, Rocket Point Circuit, Wentworth Falls, Undercliff, Den Fenella and Shortcut Tracks. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

2 Aug, Mon 9:29AM				Glen Rosa
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	250m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Cancelled) Walk footpath and fire trail to the Three Brothers. Visit the place where a flying fox was used to bring produce up from Megalong Valley. Then follow the old Glen Rosa Track. Very rough old track. At some sections, exposure may be felt. Scrambling and wet sections encountered. Location: Medlow Bath Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 16. View

3 Aug, Tue 9:30AM				Long Pt Shoalhaven Gorge
Grade:4/6		Length	14km	500m	Southern Highlands Branch
Keith W
(Nearly fully booked) We descend 500m down the well walked Long Point trail to the Shoalhaven River. We then check out McCallums river crossing before returning the same way. Hazards: Off track walking, unfenced edges, slippery rocks, creek/river crossings, bites, stings, wet feet, environmental conditions. Location: Morton NP Limit: 10. View

3 Aug, Tue 9:30AM				Old Argyle Rd
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	425m	Southern Highlands Branch
Mike M
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) This is a circuit walk along Old Argyle Road into Penrose State Forest.  Circle back through the forest crossing the upper reaches of Paddy’s River to return to Old Argyle Road. Hazards: Rough track, creek crossings need sandals or alternative footwear. Location: Bundanoon Map: Bundanoon 89281S Limit: 20. View

6 Aug, Fri				Above the Flying Carpet
Grade:5/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) Park at GR 415 150 on Glowworm Tunnel Road. Walk north east, initially on the old firetrail to spot heights 1004 and 1002. Turn north, then east and make our way to the cliff edge at about GR 397 160. From here, commence exploration of this dissected terrain going south. There is much to see and do before we reach the point GR 410 144 above the Flying Carpet. This is likely to be two walks. About 8 km. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Gardens of Stone NP and Wollemi NP Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N View

6 Aug, Fri 8:00AM				Wildlife Photographer of the Year
Grade:1/6		Length	5km	10m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) After walking the foreshores for a few hours we will then visit the Australian Maritime Museum to enjoy the Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition. Join us there for lunch before then spending the afternoon looking at some of the other maritime exhibits! Location: Ultimo Limit: 12. View

7 Aug, Sat 8:27AM				Boxvale Track – 40 Foot Falls Track – Mt Alexandria Track
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	450m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) The Boxvale Track follows the formation of a historic railway line which makes its way through cuttings, along embankments and through a 84-metre long tunnel on the way to a fabulous lookout above the Nattai River. We will also follow the 40 Foot Track down to the river on the return leg and then back over Mt Alexandra to the finish. Track steep in places. Location: Sounthern Highlands Limit: 15. View

9 Aug, Mon 8:25AM				Duck Hole to Sand Hole
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	270m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Cancelled) Walk to Station St and descend to Duck Hole. Cross over Glenbrook Creek beyond Kanuka Brook and make way down to the Sand Hole. Exit here and follow trail back to Station St and on to Glenbrook. Cross Glenbrook Creek a couple of times. Steep but interesting climb up from Sand Hole. Walking beside Glenbrook Creek is rough going at times. Location: Glenbrook Map: Penrith 90303N Limit: 16. View

9 Aug, Mon 8:25AM				Red Hands Cave
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	350m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) From the station to the causeway and up to Red Hands Cave. Return via Link Track to Campfire Creek. Creek areas can be slippery. Location: Glenbrook Map: Penrith 90303N Limit: 16. View

10 Aug, Tue 9:30AM				Budderoo Track to Gerringong Falls
Grade:3/6		Length	17km	306m	Southern Highlands Branch
Keith W
(Fully Booked) The walk follows the Budderoo Fire Trail for 6kms to a locked gate on the right.  Through the gate is a relatively unused fire trail which deteriorates to a single track leading to Gerringong Creek.  Follow the creek along to the falls. Hazards: Rough track, slippery rocks and unfenced cliff edges. Location: Budderoo NP Map: Robertson 9028-4N Limit: 20. View

11 Aug, Wed 11:30AM				Walkers lunch
					Sydney Branch
(Mal’s Group) Mal
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) Catch up and social lunch at O'Donoghues Irish Pub, Emu Plains. View

14-16 Aug, Sat-Mon				Deanes and Rocky Creek Junction Adventure
Grade:6/6		Length	24km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) Full-pack walk from Newnes into a camp near the junction of Deanes and Rocky Creeks, then explore with the day pack. The plan for each day is to be advised. About 8 km every day. This promises to be a wild and spectacular adventure. Expect plenty of challenges and amazing scenery. Scrambling and exposure. Mostly exploratory. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mount Morgan 89311S and Ben Bullen 89314S View

14 Aug, Sat 7:58AM				Pantoneys crown via the Capertee Valley
Grade:4/6		Length	12km	450m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) Pantoneys Crown, the easy way! Yes, we will access this impressive mesa via a property in Capertee Valley which is the quickest way to the top via the most direct route, allowing us more time to look around and enjoy this wonderful place. Rock scrambling and off-track walking. Location: Gardens of Stone NP Limit: 12. View

16 Aug, Mon 8:55AM				Wilson Glen
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	350m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) Explore various fire trails and tracks into and out of the Glen. Quality of track varies. Some off-track is a possibility. Location: Woodford Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 16. View

17 Aug, Tue 9:30AM				Ahearn’s Lookout
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	350m	Southern Highlands Branch
Margie
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Ahearn's lookout is found by following the beginning of Starlight's Track.  Take a left fork leading to Rocky Waterholes Lookout and just past this junction look for a right turn which meanders along the ridge to Ahearn's lookout.  This gives views over the Nattai with Mt Jellore easily identified.  Return by the same route. Hazards: Rough track, fallen trees and unfenced cliffs. Location: Nattai NP Map: Hilltop 8929-2N Limit: 20. View

19 Aug, Thu				Malabar Circuit via Maroubra
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
Suzanne
(DRAFT - do not publish yet) Coastal walk via Bora and Magic Points along on which will be found epic sandstone cliffs, seasonal whale watching opportunities and swimming spots. Return is via the Western Escarpment track through native heath with coastal views, birdlife and wildflowers. Medium pace. Many steps and some rocky sections on tracks which have been somewhat eroded with recent rain. Location: Malabar Headland NP Limit: 12. View

19 Aug, Thu				Sphinx, Warrimoo and Bobbin Head Tracks
Grade:2/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Suzanne
(DRAFT - do not publish yet) Loops around Cowan Creek. * It is mandatory to book. * Hazards include viruses. Bad weather Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase NP Map: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Limit: 10. View

20 Aug, Fri				Ravines of Kangaroo Creek
Grade:5/6		Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) Park the cars at GR 332 062, near spot height 1110. Walk north north west, then west to GR 323 070, near spot height 1066. Continue underneath the cliff line and explore the multiple ravines of Kangaroo Creek, going south, until about GR 330 062. Re-connect with the vehicles. About 8 km. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Newnes SF Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N View

21 Aug, Sat 8:57AM				Old Baldy and Skywalker Traverse
Grade:5/6		Length	7km	500m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Cancelled) (Cancelled due to COVID stay at home orders) High above the Newnes Campground is Old Baldy, a massive set of cliffs named by rock climbers and within its rocky face is the Skywalker Traverse, along a series of ledges and overhangs. This is a great walk and not that difficult although it does entail some scrambling, mainly off-track walking, but certainly worth it. Rock scrambling. Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: Ben Bullen 89314S and Mount Morgan 89311S View

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