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4 Feb, Sat 7:20PM			Corkscrew and Bowens Creek South Canyons
Grade:5/6	Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Co-leader: Geoff Fox. Two beautiful canyons. No abseils. Plenty of rock hopping, scrambling and some narrow and slippery ledges to negotiate. Several swims. Helmets are mandatory. Bring dry bags. Wetsuits strongly recommended. About 8k. Canyon Grade 2. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 8. View

4 Feb, Sat 8:00AM			Putty Beach – Maitland Bay – Little Bay – McMasters Beach
Grade:3/6	Length	12km	150m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
When the heat is on head for the coast! From Putty Beach north to McMasters Beach we will enjoy all that Bouddi National Park has to offer with stops for the odd swim and take in the sights! All on tracks or beaches. Location: Bouddi National Park, Central Coast Map: Broken Bay 91301N View

5 Feb, Sun 10:00AM			Ferry Series No 5: BUNDEENA-MAIANBAR HERITAGE WALK
Grade:3/6	Length	13km	200m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader: Philip Wright BUNDEENA-MAIANBAR HERITAGE WALK is packed with interesting local facts. The walk covers Bundeena, Bonny Vale and onto its sister village of Maianbar. Bundeena Maianbar Art Trail Amidst The Royal National Park, Dharawal Country, in the Sutherland Shire of Sydney, a unique group of artists come together to share with you an experience like no other. View

5 Feb, Sun 9:45AM			The Great North Walk Section 9: Patonga to Wondabyne
Grade:4/6	Length	21km	700m	Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Wondabyne to Patonga walking track is part of the renowned Great North walk, and is an absolute must for experienced bushwalkers keen to explore Brisbane Water National Park. Starting at Wondabyne railway station, this challenging rough track winds through superb grassy woodlands, rainforest and coastal heath. Soak up spectacular views over Brisbane Water, Broken Bay and Hawkesbury River and stop for a swim near Kariong Brook waterfall; particularly impressive after rain. Birdwatching enthusiasts are spoilt for choice all year round, so keep an eye out for cockatoos, brush turkeys and owls. You may even spot a koala in one of the grey gums. Upon reaching Patonga, take the ferry to Palm Beach. View

6 Feb, Mon 9:30AM			Bondi to Coogee
Grade:3/6	Length	6km	194m	Sydney Branch
John H.
We are walking along the coast to catch some cool sea breezes from Bondi Beach to Coogee beach. At Coogee you can buy your lunch and join us in the park. You can also enjoy a swim (at your own risk) at Coogee. Great coastal views. Booking essential giving your mobile, emergency contact and NPA membership numbers. See https://www.sydney.com/things-to-do/nature-and-parks/walks/bondi-to-coogee-coastal-walk. Many stairs, including one long staircase. High UV forecast, with not a lot of shade on the walk. Location: Eastern Suburbs Map: Bondi 91302S Limit: 20. View

6 Feb, Mon 6:21AM			Cascades Peak to Tootie Cascades via Upper Tootie Cascades
Grade:5/6	Length	8km	500m	Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Park on T3 Trail at GR 812 011 and proceed west to Cascades Peak. Descend from here to Upper Tootie Cascades and walk along the Creek to Tootie Cascades. Swimming opportunities. From here, my preference is to return via the gully rising towards the south east, but several other options exist, depending on the time available. Re-connect with the vehicles. Partly exploratory. About 8 km. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View

6 Feb, Mon 9:35AM			Colliers Causeway
Grade:4/6	Length	8km	400m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Fully Booked) Walls Ledge, Colliers Causeway, Porters Pass. Old tracks, creek crossings, scrambling, muddy sections. Location: Blackheath Map: Katoomba Limit: 16. View

6 Feb, Mon 3:51AM			East Lindfield to Forestville
Grade:3/6	Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Jill M.
Walk from East Lindfield to Forestville via 2 Creeks track and Lyrebird track. Beautiful bush and water views. Bookings only from one week before date of walk please. Location: Garigal NP Limit: 15. View

7 Feb, Tue 9:30AM			Bundanoon – 3x short walks (#600)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:3/6	Length	8km	300m	Southern Highlands Branch
Martyn M.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Three short but different walks to Erith Coal Mine, Lovers walk, and Dimmocks Creek. Hazards: Slippery rocks, rough track, some off track, steep climbs, rock hopping. Location: Morton NP (Bundanoon) Limit: 20. View

8 Feb, Wed 9:07AM			Helensburgh Circuit
Grade:3/6	Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Jenny R.
(Cancelled) Mostly flat on bush tracks with a few ups and downs, minimal street walking. Beautiful bushland. Walking poles may be helpful. Use station toilet on arrival. Leader will meet you at Helensburgh Station. Book from one week prior to walk by email or text. Creek crossing, some rough sections. Location: Illawarra Escarpment SCA Limit: 14. View

8 Feb, Wed 7:54AM			Otford to Helensburgh via Lilydale
Grade:3/6	Length	12km	400m	Southern Sydney Branch
Loan
(Updated Details) As the track to Burning Palms is closed, we will walk from Otford Station to Helensburgh via the Lilyvale Track. Crossing the Hacking River twice through dense forest (Adrian Jones' walk) up hill to Helensburgh Station. Mostly shady. Some steep and slippery sections. Creek and river crossing. A little bit off track. View

8 Feb, Wed 11:30AM	Walkers get together
		Sydney Branch
Mal
Walkers lunch at O'Donoghues, Emu Plains. Location: Emu Plains View

9 Feb, Thu 9:01AM			Leacock Regional Park
Grade:2/6	Length	5km	100m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
It's time to return to this Cumberland Plain woodland, see what is there, loop back and visit the Art Gallery at Casula Powerhouse (an exhibition on flight!) and, if tempted, join me for lunch at the Art Gallery. Limit: 10. View

10-12 Feb, Fri-Sun	Kangaroo Valley Weekend – Music, Walking, Kayaking
Grade:1/6		Southern Sydney Branch
Bob C.
Friday Drive to Kangaroo Valley. Book into Glenmack Caravan Park (Cabin or camping). Saturday morning walk around, explore area. Saturday afternoon/night attend Red Hot Summer Music festival Berry showground (Paul Kelly, Missy Higgins, Troy Cassar- Daley, Vika and Linda Bull etc) Sunday morning walk to Kangaroo River and hire kayaks. Kayak 5km downstream to Bendeela where you get picked up and bought back to town. Walk back to town for a late lunch at the Friendly Inn and drive home. You will need to organise your own accommodation and purchase music tickets. PFDs compulsory. View

10 Feb, Fri 9:00AM			The Alphabet series :”N” North Wing of Art Gallery
Grade:2/6	Length	7km	50m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader: Philip Wright. Walk from Circular Quay to Art Gallery via The Royal Botanical Garden. Explore the New building of the Art Gallery...The North Wing. Coffee and lunch are available at the North Wing. View

11 Feb, Sat 8:29AM			Pisgah Rock – Erskine Creek Gorge – Jack Evans Track
Grade:4/6	Length	10km	170m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
From the lofty heights of Pisgah Rock we will drop down into the incredibly scenic Erskine Creek Gorge which we will follow downstream, past some truly superb swimming holes, stopping of course for a dip. Cascade after cascade will be passed, along with dramatic overhangs and rock shelves. Then it's back up the excellent Jack Evans Track to the escarpment rim. Rock hopping. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Penrith 90303N View

12 Feb, Sun 7:00PM	Bowens Creek North Canyon Upper Section
Grade:5/6		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Co-leader: Geoff Fox. No abseils but plenty of scrambling (use of rope), rock hopping, and short swims. We will do the extended version, starting at Mount Wilson Road and exiting at the entrance to the Bowens Creek North Lower (abseiling) section. Helmets are compulsory. Bring dry bags. Wetsuits recommended. About 8 km. Canyon Grade 3. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 8. View

12 Feb, Sun 8:00AM			Harbour to Hawkesbury No 1: Manly to Davidson Park
Grade:4/6	Length	25km	800m	Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
The Harbour to Hawkesbury bushwalk is a well-marked route from Manly to Berowra Waters, traversing Garigal, Ku-ring-gai Chase and Berowra Valley National Parks through a variety of terrain. Section 1 is Manly to Davidson Park. Stunning coastal scenery along Manly Scenic Walkway. Pleasant walking along Middle Harbour & around Bantry Bay through Garigal NP Early exit available at the Spit View

12-19 Feb, Sun (09:00AM)-Sun (17:00PM)	Mount Kosciusko
Grade:3/6		Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Spend a week in mount Kosciusko, staying in a luxury private lodge. The focus is on orchids, sightseeing and walking. Steep and slippery sections View

13 Feb, Mon 9:00AM			Boat Harbour
Grade:3/6	Length	5km	50m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
The waders might soon be getting ready to head home. Let's see how many are around and how many species we can find. Some soft, sandy walking conditions. Location: Kamay Botany Bay National Park Map: Port Hacking 91294N Limit: 10. View

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Bundeena Maianbar Art Trail

Leader: Philip Wright.

The Harbour to Hawkesbury bushwalk is a well-marked route from Manly to Berowra Waters, traversing Garigal, Ku-ring-gai Chase and Berowra Valley National Parks through a variety of terrain.