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6 Nov, Sun 10:05AM 20km plus walk series: Gerringong to Minnamurra
Grade:4/6 Length 23km  340m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Fully Vaccinated | All participants must be able to show proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to particpate.
  • Coastal drama awaits on this wild and wonderful 23km trail, stretching from the Minnamurra River in the north to Werri Beach, in the town of Gerringong, in the south. Along the way lie ancient rock formations, record-breaking blowholes, windswept headlands and postcard-perfect beaches, not to mention plenty of places to refuel.
  • keep watch for humpback whales; 25,000 of them steam along the east coast of Australia on their annual migration.
  • Top attractions: Kiama Blowhole, Cathedral Rocks, Bombo Headland, Minnamurra River, Werri Beach.
Steep and slippery sections
Location: South Coast Limit: 12. View

6 Nov, Sun 8:00AM Fortress ridge trail – Lockleys track
Grade:4/6 Length 14km  550m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Postponed) Fortress Ridge Trail - Dr Darks Cave - Fortress Hill - Fortress Creek waterfall - Lockleys Pylon - DuFaurs head (optional sidetrip) - Lockleys Track. This trip combines some of the most spectacular locations in the Blue Mountains into a circuit, with plenty of time to experience the beauty of Darkes Cave, Fortress Falls and the iconic Lockleys Pylon, to name a few. This walk involves some bush bashing and rock scrambling but is 90% on tracks. Rock scrambling and off-track walking.
Location: Blue Mountains NP
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

6 Nov, Sun Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 30
Illawarra Branch
Graham B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Cancelled) See updated version on 12/8/23. View

7 Nov, Mon 9:01AM Celebrating Wolli Creek
Grade:3/6 Length 15km  150m Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
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)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.The recent announcement that the ALP will complete the gaps in the Wolli Creek Regional Park needs to be celebrated through a visit along this important urban/bushland corridor.
Location: Wolli Creek Regional Park
Map: Twin Valley Limit: 12. View

7 Nov, Mon 9:18AM Leura to Wentworth Falls
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  200m Sydney Branch
Janet R.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Changed Transport Details) Leura Station. To commemorate Remembrance Day (11/11/1918) -Lone Pine memorial. Lyrebird Dell, Golf Links L/O. Fairmont Golf Course. Lillian's bridge, creek crossing. Edinburgh Castle Rock L/O. Nature Trail. Through cemetery to WWF station.   Rough, steep, slippery when wet. Road crossings, tracks.
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

7 Nov, Mon 3:46AM Ravines West of Mount Tootie
Grade:5/6 Length 6km Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPark at GR 680 930 on Mount Tootie Road and descend into a gully to the west. Follow it to the cliff line above Bowens Creek, then traverse northwards, checking the next several ravines, as long as the time allows. Exit towards spot height 673 m and walk cross-country back to the vehicles. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure. Exploratory.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S and Wollangambe 89312S View

7 Nov, Mon 8:40AM Sculptures & Tombstones
Grade:2/6 Length 7km  200m 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.The Bondi Sculptures by the Sea finishes on the 7th, and some dismantling might be starting, but we'll get an early start. This walk follows the sculpture trail from Bondi to Tamarama Beach, climbs up Tamarama Gully, crosses Bronte Park on the way to Waverley Cemetery, then heads south (not further than Coogee). steps, cliff edges, crowds,
Location: Bondi coastal walk
Map: Bondi 91302S Limit: 14. View

8 Nov, Tue 9:30AM Amphitheatre & Fairy Bower Falls (#680)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:4/6 Length 11km  600m Southern Highlands Branch
Martyn 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) We need to cancel this walk as this track is still not suitable from rains earlier this year not to mention the current weather pattern. Dramatic Rock walls and views. Hazards: Muddy and slippery in places.
Location: Morton NP (Bundanoon)
Map: Bundanoon 89281S Limit: 20. View

8 Nov, Tue 9:30AM Long Point to McCallums Flat on Shoalhaven River – Talong (#830)
Fully inside Goulburn Mulwaree Council
Grade:4/6 Length 10km  500m Southern Highlands Branch
Martyn M.
Swim | A trip that involves swimmingWalk | 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.Slow pace | A trip where the leader will set an easy pace.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) We descend 500m down the well walked Long Point walking track to the Shoalhaven River. We then cross McCallums Flat and have lunch next to the river. The return walk retraces our steps. Weather permitting, we plan to boil a billy of tea so bring your mug. Also great opportunity for a swim for before the uphill return that we will be taking very gently and lots of rests. NOTE: For those not wanting to do the full descent to the Shoalhaven River, a cut back version with less than half the descent will be an option. Hazards: Steep uneven track.
Location: Morton NP (Talong)
Map: Caoura 8928-3N Limit: 20. View

9 Nov, Wed 10:00AM Balmain East to Pyrmont Bay
Grade:2/6 Length 8km Sydney Branch
Fritz W.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walk from Balmain East ferry wharf to Pyrmont Bay via White Bay, Anzac Bridge, and Pyrmont to finish at Darling Harbour. Limit: 15. View

9 Nov, Wed 11:30AM Walkers get together
Sydney Branch
(Mal’s Group) Mal
Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicSocial | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Walkers lunch at O'Donoghues, Emu Plains.
Location: Emu Plains View

11 Nov, Fri 9:48AM Ferry Series No 4 : Jacaranda, flame tree, roses
Grade:2/6 Length 10km  70m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.
Leader: Lynne Hewitt
We walk from Cabarita to Rhodes. Admire the flame tree, jacarandas and roses... Wear something red to match the occasion.
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12 Nov, Sat 9:45AM Cronulla Circuit Walk
Grade:2/6 Length 8km Macarthur Branch
Lyn C.
Swim | A trip that involves swimmingWalk | 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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.NO BOOKINGS PLEASE Cronulla circuit walk via Cronulla Point, Blackwoods Beach, Shelly Beach, Glaisher Point, Bass and Flinders Point, Darook Park, Gunnamatta Bay and Park. Ocean or bay views most of the day.  Lots of ups and downs.  Steps.  Mostly well formed sealed paths.   There are rock pools and netted baths along the way, some not very far into the walk.  There would be options to have morning tea with the group, start the walk with us and break off at one of the pools to swim and make one’s own way back to the train station. Some unsealed tracks which could be muddy following rain. Quiet street walking. Walking poles may assist. Shared pathways.
Location: cronulla View

12 Nov, Sat 6:00PM NPA Annual Dinner
Grade:1/6 Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.Accommodation | An activity that involves an overnight stay, using hard-roofed accommodation such as a cabin, hut or hotel.Cafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Cancelled)

NPA Annual Dinner

If you wish to join the SWAG tables, please RSVP asap here. The two weeks prior rule does not apply to this special event. This is a great opportunity for the National Parks Association community to come together and celebrate. Meet the NPA Executive, State Council, staff, other members and supporters. Learn more about our current activities, programs and conservation work while enjoying a three course meal.
  • Presentation of NPA volunteer awards
  • Special guest speaker: Hon. James Griffin MP, Minister for Environment and Heritage
  • Many raffle prizes, including Acupuncture service, entertainer for your party, guided bushwalk, Glasshouse diffusers and many more. Tickets are only$2 each.
A$70.00 View

12 Nov, Sat 6:00PM The unofficial NPA dinner
Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicCafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.As the NPA dinner has been cancelled and we have already put aside the date for it, a few of us will have dinner in lieu. You are welcome to join.  In order to make a small donation to NPA, we  will each buy a raffle ticket for $5 and everyone wins a prize.  Venue is the same venue as the cancelled NPA dinner....Mortdale RSL This is the menu https://mortdalersl.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Morts-Grill-FINAL-28.06.22.pdf They have seniors fish and chips for $10 if you have a small appetite. View

13 Nov, Sun 8:00AM 20km plus walk series : Circular Quay to Manly
Grade:4/6 Length 34km  600m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longLong but beautiful.... waterfront walk from Circular Quay to Manly View

13-19 Nov, Sun (08:00AM)-Sat (16:00PM) Kosciuszko Pack Walk
Grade:4/6 Length 53km  1,400m Sydney Branch
Richard T.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longThe annual Koscie walk, this time with a bit of new country to explore.  We camp near Daveys Hut, Kidmans Hut, Mawsons Hut (2 nights), Valentines Hut, and Whites River Hut.   We have a spare day to do an optional side trip from Mawsons Hut. Days 2-4 are off track and may be a bit rough but it will an awesome walk with the usual lovely Koscie bush and scenery! Be prepared to start the walk a little later if weather conditions are poor.
Location: Kosciuszko NP Limit: 15. View

14 Nov, Mon 9:22AM Devils Hole
Grade:4/6 Length 15km  600m Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Cancelled) Walk from the station to the Nellies Glen. Descend to the Six Foot Track. Return to Katoomba via Devils Hole. Steep descent on old steps. Some rock scrambling. Some sections will be damp and maybe slippery.
Location: Katoomba
Map: Katoomba Limit: 15. View

14 Nov, Mon 8:15AM Hunters Hill
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  150m 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.The Jacarandas are coming out and will add colour to Hunters Hill. This walk takes you the length of the Hunters Hill peninsula, from the Lane Cove River side, past historic sandstone houses, across the ridge through the heritage-listed Kelly’s bush to the Parramatta River shoreline, and finally around the former Woolwich Dry Dock, finishing at Valencia st wharf, Woolwich. Bush tracks, steps and streets. Hazards: tracks slippery when wet, steps, busy road crossing
Location: Hunters Hill
Map: Sydney Street Directory Limit: 14. View

14 Nov, Mon 9:22AM Ngula Bulgarabang RP
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  400m Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Take main trail out to Megalong Trig for views over Megalong Valley. Walk back to Katoomba through Bonnie Doon Reserve. There can be dogs and their owners in Ngula Bulgarabang RP, but they should be on leads.
Location: Katoomba
Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View

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