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22 Nov, Mon 10:13AM South of Spot Height 575 m
Grade:6/6 Length 6km Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
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.Park at GR 716 959 on D’Arcy Trail. Walk east into a gully, continue for just under a kilometre, then turn north and traverse under the cliffs, possibly till GR 736 967. Exit towards Spot Height 575 m. If time allows, check a couple of gullies to the west before walking back to the car. Exploratory. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View

22 Nov, Mon 9:30AM Two Valleys walk: Cooks River & Wolli Creek
Passes through 2 LGA's.
Inner West Council
Canterbury-Bankstown Council
Grade:2/6 Length 14km  102m Sydney Branch
John H.
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.Co-leader: Scott Wilson. A circuit walk starting and finishing at Tempe Station. The first section is on paved walking/cycle paths along the Cooks River to Cup and Saucer Ck. We then cross over to Bexley North and follow Wolli Ck back to Tempe Station. This section is a bush track passing through the Wolli Creek Regional Park. It contains a number of interest points including a colony of grey headed flying foxes and group of heritage cottages at Jackson Place. Sections of ungraded bush track along Wolli Creek with some short sections possibly overgrown.
Location: Wolli Creek Regional Park
Map: Botany Bay 91303S Limit: 20. View

22 Nov, Mon 9:30AM Yeramba Lagoon
Grade:2/6 Length 5km  50m 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.Fully Vaccinated | All participants must be able to show proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to particpate.Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Yeramba Lagoon was once blocked from Georges River. The natural flow has now been restored but there is also pressure of the surrounding bushland since lockdown. This is an exploratory walk to see how this area is coping. Pace will be slow and management issues will be paramount.
Location: Georges River NP Limit: 10. View

23 Nov, Tue 8:30AM Thirlmere Lakes to Ruins via Dry Lakes Rd and Radcliffs LO #915
Fully inside Wollondilly Shire Council
Grade:3/6 Length 9km  150m Southern Highlands Branch
Mike 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.(Fully Booked) NEW Walk: From Lake Couridjah car park we will head along Slades Rd and right into Dry Lakes Rd and follow this fire trail to the boundary of the NP. After backtracking a short distance we then traverse a new track through to Radcliffs look for Lunch. After lunch its' a short backtrack a little to pick up a track down through a glen to the ruins of a farm house and on to Lake Werri Berri where we make our way back to the cars. Hazards:  Some rough track and unfenced cliffs. Limit: 20. View

23 Nov, Tue 8:59AM Willoughby East to North Bridge via Clive Park and Fig Tree Point.
Grade:3/6 Length 9km  250m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Leader: Steve Ringbauer: We walk from Edinburgh Road to North Bridge via Clive Park and Fig Tree Point Steep and slippery sections. View

24 Nov, Wed 8:21AM Heathcote circuit via Karloo track Audley and Engadine Track
Grade:3/6 Length 13km  300m Southern Sydney Branch
Paul L.
Swim | A trip that involves swimmingWalk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFirst time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Fully 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.From Heathcote Station, walk down Karloo Track to Karloo Pool. Follow Kangaroo Creek crossing it a number of times, then depending on weather conditions, include a swim at the lunch stop. Continue walking on Engadine Track to Engadine Station. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings, walking along creek and muddy sections. If cooler walking conditions on the day, additional walking to Audley may be included. Hazards include creek crossings and wildlife.
Location: Royal National Park
Map: Royal NP Limit: 15. View

24 Nov, Wed 10:15AM Hunts Creek and Lake Parramatta
Grade:2/6 Length 9km Sydney Branch
Fritz 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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walk from start of Hunts Creek to Lake Parramatta circuit. Lovely bush and water scenery. Limit: 15. View

25 Nov - 2 Dec, Thu-Thu Annual Koscie Pack Walk
Grade:4/6 Length 80km  1,000m Sydney Branch
Richard T.
Camp | An activity that involves an overnight stay, usually in a tent.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.(Fully Booked) More magic in December with my 10th annual Koscie walk. This year a really great walk, perhaps my favourite, south from Thredbo. Some fantastic highlights, The Pilot, Tin Mines, Cowombat Flat, the actual start of the Murray River. Return by similar route to Thredbo. A lovely walk to do with the usual great scenery and the usual great Koscie bushland and flowers.
Location: Kosciuszko NP Limit: 15. View

26 Nov, Fri 10:02AM Culture Walk Series No 1 ; Sydney uni, Chau Chak Wing Museum, White rabbit Gallery
Grade:2/6 Length 9km  100m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Bob Rankin
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPhotography | 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.Fully Vaccinated | All participants must be able to show proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to particpate.RSVP only accepted from 2 weeks prior to 7 pm the day before event. Enjoy a tour of the many buildings at Sydney university. Historic quadrangle buildings - magnificent replicas of Oxbridge colleges built in warm Sydney sandstone, Gothic style and very atmospheric. Day dreaming that you are at Hogwarts. The Great Hall - a wonderful space very reminiscent of the old UK universities and redolent with history and ambience The inspiring Nicholson Museum : the great artifacts from ancient times! Chau Chak Wing Museum After Sydney uni, we will visit the White Rabbit Gallery - Judith Neilson Projects At this time of the year, the jacarandas are on display. Print the self guided brochure View

27 Nov, Sat Bundeena Circuit
Grade:3/6 Length 12km Macarthur Branch
Lyn C
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walk via The Balconies, Wedding Cake Rock and Jibbon Beach. Ocean and bay views. A chance of possibly seeing whales and their calves migrating south. Sand walking. Quiet street walking. Moderate pace. Mostly easy. Some on a boardwalk. Steps, ups and downs, some unformed, unsealed and rocky surfaces which could be slippery, walking poles might be useful. Limit: 12. View

27 Nov, Sat 8:18AM Lindeman Pass
Grade:4/6 Length 11km  1,050m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
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) THE TRACK IS CLOSED. WALK WILL BE RE-SCHEDULED. Starting from near Fairmont Hotel, walk along Grand Cliff Top Track, Inspiration Point Track and Roberts Pass to Lindeman Pass Track and exit via Federal Pass and Fern Bower to Prince Henry Cliff Drive. Car shuttle required. Please email Bandula to book a place stating whether you could come in your vehicle. Steep, slippery and muddy sections, landslides, and creek crossings.
Location: Leura Limit: 10. View

27 Nov, Sat 8:28AM Minnamurra to Kiama via Bombo headland
Grade:2/6 Length 11km  150m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.ALL INTENDING WALKERS MUST BE DOUBLE VACCINATED AND BE ABLE TO PRODUCE YOUR DIGITAL CERTIFICATE UPON REQUEST. This is a littoral cruise type of walk, visiting and swimming our way down the coast from Minnamurra via the very picturesque Bombo headland to finish to Kiama for a well-earned ice cream! There will be 3 swimming spots (at least) to enjoy as we saunter along past beaches, rock pools and places of interest. Slip, slop, slap.
Location: South Coast
Map: Kiama 90281S View

27 Nov, Sat 9:00AM Olney State Forest
Fully inside Lake Macquarie City Council
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  280m Sydney Branch
Roy J.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Cancelled) This is a great walk for the warmer months, with lots of shade. It will take in The Pines, Turpentine and Casuarina campgrounds, The Pines & Old Mill picnic areas, the Dammed Pool and Abbotts Falls, which are located on Dora Creek. This will be at a medium pace. All walkers MUST BE COVID DOUBLE-VACCINATED. Some tracks are eroded and will be affected if there's rain. A rope descent/ascent is required to reach the base of the falls.
Map: Morisset 91311N Limit: 12. View

28 Nov, Sun 8:01AM Great North Walk No 1: Obelix to Fullers Bridge
Grade:3/6 Length 16km  300m 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.The Great North walk is a mammoth multi-day hike and at 250 km, it’s not for the faint-hearted. Created in 1988 to celebrate Australia’s bicentenary, the walk links Sydney with the Hunter Valley and Newcastle. It is a one-stop-shop for some of the best scenery New South Wales has to offer. To make it more convenient, we will walk in sections. Public transport is available for the first few sections. Subsequent sections will mostly require car transport. A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to walkers who attend all sections. Today we walk Section 1 : Macquarie Place to North Ryde. The first segment starts from Macquarie Place, corner of Bridge and Loftus Street. The enjoyable walk takes into history, seaview, grand houses, gardens, and churches. Kookaburras, lorikeets, boats, orchids, grand trees and plants were seen along the way. This walk involves a ferry ride. The second segment is a lovely bush track along the Lane Cove River. Cormarants, herons, brush turkey, lorikeets and other birds are expected to be seen. Wildflowers abound. Salt Marsh, sandstone caves, trees  and plants are all very lovely. Slippery sections.
Location: Sydney Harbour
Map: Lane Cove River Limit: 15. View

29 Nov, Mon Oatley Park and Lime Kiln Bay circuit
Grade:1/6 Length 6km Southern Sydney Branch
Gary S.
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.Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Photographers bring tele lens for waterbirds. We will do lunch at Oatley Pub if sufficient interest. Limit: 12. View

29 Nov, Mon 9:16AM St Leonards to Waverton via Greenwich Wharf
Grade:3/6 Length 9km  180m Sydney Branch
John H.
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.We are walking through Gore Hill to follow Gore Creek through the beautiful Lane Cove Bushland Park to lovely vistas of the Lane Cove River and then onto Greenwich Fery Wharf. From there we walk around Gore Cove to Berry Island Reserve. Thence to Waverton Station for a train home. Some street walking, creek crossings and a tunnel under River Road, so it would be good to bring a torch. Muddy and slippery conditions after rain. Stairs including one long staircase.
Location: Lane Cove Bushland Reserve & Harbour reserves
Map: Parramatta River 91303N Limit: 15. View

29 Nov, Mon 9:15AM Wentworth Falls to Bullaburra
Grade:3/6 Length 11km  410m Sydney Branch
Janet R.
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Wentworth Falls lake circuit, Bruces Walk to Bullaburra. Steep, rough, slippery parts.
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

30 Nov, Tue 10:30AM Bundeena to Gibbons Head, Shelley Beach and Cormorant Rock loop
Grade:2/6 Length 9km  100m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Sophie A.
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Beautiful coastal view and delightful ferry ride View

30 Nov, Tue 8:30AM Dharawal Pools #980
Fully inside Campbelltown City Council
Grade:3/6 Length 7km  220m Southern Highlands Branch
Mike 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.(Fully Booked) This park protects the largest surviving koala population in greater Sydney. Stokes and O’Hares Creeks enclose a succession of idyllic waterholes, three of which are accessed on this delightful walk. Keep looking up for those koalas! Hazards:  Well-formed tracks/fire trails. One steep section of track. Some clambering down sandstone near swimming holes. Slippery Rocks. One steep section of track. Walking poles would be handy. Possible drop bears.
Location: Dharawal NP Limit: 20. View

30 Nov, Tue Woonona to Fairy Meadows
Grade:2/6 Length 13km Sydney Branch
Maurice F.
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Woonona to Fairy Meadows, optional extension to North Wollongong. Oceans views, quite a lot of flattish walking, some beach sand walking, mostly well-formed footpaths and tracks, some uneven surfaces. Length: 10-13km. Moderate pace. Limit: 12. View

1 Dec, Wed 10:10AM Collaroy to Manly
Grade:3/6 Length 11km Sydney Branch
Gerald H.
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.Walk from Collaroy to Manly. Lovely ocean and coastal views. Some beach walking. Ups and downs. Depending on tide there may be some rock hopping.
Location: Northern Beaches Limit: 15. View

1 Dec, Wed 8:50AM Linden to Hazelbrook
Fully inside Blue Mountains City Council
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  530m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Starting at Linden Station, passing Kings Cave, Paradise Pool, Mabel Falls, Edith Falls, Hazel Falls, Burgess Falls, Oakland Falls and Horseshoe Falls to Hazelbrook Station. All must be fully vaccinated. Please contact leader by email to a book place Steep and slippery sections. Creek crossings. Limit: 20. View

3 Dec, Fri 10:00AM Neighbourhood walk no 35:
Grade:2/6 Length 10km  150m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Mike P.
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Field of Mars circuit via Strangers Crk, Wallumatta NR, Kittys Crk, Magdala Park, Buffalo Crk Res.  The Doyle Loop past caves, gullies and interesting rock outcrops. The vegetation along most of the track is Sydney Sandstone Gully Forest with its Banksias, Angophoras and diverse shrub understorey. Enjoy a shady walk along the coolness of Strangers Creek surrounded by Sydney Sandstone Gully Forest. Strangers Ck has numerous water holes and rainforest species including magnificent Treeferns, Coachwood and Lillypilly trees. Be sure to listen out for frogs. Look out for the long necked turtle, water dragons, ducks and eels. The boardwalk through the mangroves gives excellent access to the mangrove forest. At low tide visitors can observe animals such as crabs and snails, during a spring high tide the area is crowded with hungry fish. It is an excellent site to observe the contrast between wet and dry environments. Magdala Park is part of a large bush corridor running beside the Lane Cove River. Kittys Creek is a wild life protection area. Slippery sections View

3 Dec, Fri 9:15AM Wentworth Falls Circuit via Roberts Pass and Edinburgh Castle Rock
Fully inside Blue Mountains City Council
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  600m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Starting from Wentworth Falls Station to Conservation Hut, Lyrebird Lookout, Queen Victoria Lookout, Sylvia Falls, Edith Falls, Flat Rock Falls, Brittania Falls, Valley of Waters, Roberts Pass, Moya Point Lookout, Gladstone Lookout, Inspiration Point Track, Grand Clifftop Track, Asmodeus Pool, Edinburgh Castle Rock back to Wentworth Falls Station. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings, muddy sections. Limit: 15. View

4 Dec, Sat 9:00AM Watagans NP
Fully inside Cessnock City Council
Grade:3/6 Length 17km  380m Sydney Branch
Roy J.
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.(Fully Booked) A nice out and back birthday walk across the Myall Range Escarpment, a section of the Watagans with great views. Plenty of shade, so ideal for warmer weather walking. This will be at a medium pace and all walkers MUST BE COVID DOUBLE-VACCINATED.
Map: Quorrobolong 91322S Limit: 14. View

4 Dec, Sat 8:32AM Waterfall Station – Kangaroo Creek – Karloo Pool – Heathcote Station
Grade:3/6 Length 11km  250m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
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.ALL INTENDING WALKERS MUST BE DOUBLE VACCINATED AND BE ABLE TO PRODUCE YOUR DIGITAL CERTIFICATE UPON REQUEST. I recently did this walk and thought to myself it would be a perfect summer trip with the option of bringing a lilo or to simply swim many of these outstandingly beautiful pools as we make our way along the spectacular Kangaroo Creek. So bring along your sense of adventure and we will walk, swim, paddle our way down this watercourse. Rock scrambling and a rough track in parts.
Location: Royal National Park
Map: Royal NP View

6 Dec, Mon 9:09AM Bullaburra to Lawson
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  415m Sydney Branch
Janet R.
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Part of Bruces walk to North Lawson Park, Empire Pass, Echo Bluff, Lawson Station. Steep, rough slippery.
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

6-10 Dec, Mon (17:30PM)-Fri (09:30AM) Merimbula Get Away
Grade:3/6 Sydney Branch
John H.
Accommodation | An activity that involves an overnight stay, using hard-roofed accommodation such as a cabin, hut or hotel.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.(Fully Booked) Co Leader: Ian Baker. The area provides new walks to most of us plus many short walks and activities for those who no longer wish to do the bigger walks. There is plenty to do and see. Parts of this stunning coastal wilderness - rich in culture and nature has been declared a UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve. There are six national parks in the immediate area and twelve in the region. We are staying in cabins and plan to explore different areas each day. Many trip hazards on the tracks.
Location: Far South Coast View

7 Dec, Tue 9:18AM Berowra Track
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  300m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Leader is Steve Ringbauer We walk from Berowra to Mt Kuringai. There are beautiful views to the Waters of Berowra Creek(a tributary of Hawkesbury River) and neighbouring Ku Ring Gai Chase National Park, lots of shade, places to stop for a morning tea and lunch with a view and enough elevation change to get a good workout! A manageable moderate track. Plenty of birds chirping and wildflowers blooming plus wallaby might bound across the track if you are lucky. Steep and slippery track View

7 Dec, Tue 9:00AM Garawarra Farm to Otford
Grade:1/6 Length 6km Southern Sydney Branch
Gary S.
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.There is some track work towards Otford, but our advice is that we can complete walk heading to Otford, but walking is not allowed from Otford to Garawarra. We will do lunch at Audley Cafe if sufficient interest. Email leader and send your mobile number and emergency contact number to meet NPA’s paperless registration requirement….and to advise of cancellation due to weather. Some short steep uphill, mostly flat on wide track or fire trail. Limit: 12. View

8 Dec, Wed 9:45AM Forest Lodge to Barangaroo
Grade:2/6 Length 11km Sydney Branch
John 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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walk from Forest Lodge to Rozelle Bay following Johnstons Canal, then around Blackwattle Bay to pass the Fish Markets. Continue via Jackson’s Landing to Pyrmont Point and on to Barangaroo. Limit: 15. View

8 Dec, Wed 9:25AM Katoomba to Leura via Dardenelles and Leura Cascades
Fully inside Blue Mountains City Council
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  600m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.A walk from Katoomba to Leura going down the Giant Stairs then along Dardenelles Pass, though Leura Cascades to Leura Station, passing many beautiful lookouts and waterfalls along the way. Starting from Katoomba Station, Giant Stairs, Dardenelles Pass, Leura Forest, Fern Bower, Echo Tree Lookout, Kiah Lookout, Fossil Lookout, Copelands Lookout, Bridal Veil Lookout, Bottom of Bridal Veil Falls, Bridal Veils, Leura Cascades, Bridal View Lookout, Tarpelan Rock to Leura Station. Steep and slippery sections and muddy sections. Limit: 15. View

8 Dec, Wed 9:35AM Victoria Falls and Ikara Head
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  480m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
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) Car shuttle from Blaxland Station to the car park at the end of Victoria Falls Road, walk down to the Cascades and Victoria Falls and back. After that drive back along the road, park the car near Ikara Head track, walk to lookouts, old mine site including off-track sections and back to car park. Steep, slippery, muddy sections, off track and creek crossings.
Location: Mt Victoria Limit: 15. View

9 Dec, Thu 7:00PM Macarthur Heritage Nature Talk
Branch
General Community Event
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.Educational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Fully Vaccinated | All participants must be able to show proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to particpate.1=7. One Dreaming Creation story. Seven walks. Seven days. Seven sisters. Seven rivers/creeks. Seven valleys. Up to 70,000 years. Seven million stars. A photographic journal of listening/learning at camps and along ancestral pathways in Gundungurra Country (Southern Blue Mountains).
Our speaker, Yvonne Kaiser-Glass, is an archaeologist who has been privileged to be invited over the past 7 years, to participate in a 7-day off-track walk through Gundungurra Country in the southern Blue Mtns. Its premise is you have to walk Country to understand Country and from that respect follows.
This talk promises to bring a unique insight into areas of the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area that most of us will never see.
Due to COVID, attendance is limited to 30, so booking is desirable, just by replying to this email or by the phone number below. Those attending must be double vaccinated. Entry is by gold coin donation.
Presented by the Macarthur Branch of the NPA. For further information, contact Julie on 0418 278753. View

9 Dec, Thu Orphan School Creek at Glebe to Railway Square
Passes through 2 LGA's.
Inner West Council
Council of the City of Sydney
Grade:2/6 Length 7.5km Sydney Branch
Sue W
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFirst time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Fully Vaccinated | All participants must be able to show proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to particpate.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.(Date Changed) From Parramatta Road at Camperdown, Orphan School Creek flows through Forest Lodge and Glebe into Rozelle Bay.
We continue easterly along the waterfront via the fish markets, Darling Harbour and the old Goods Line to Railway Square.
Hazards include current viruses and uneven surfaces. Limit: 10. View

10 Dec, Fri 9:30AM The Colour walks series No 12: Annandale to Darling Square
Grade:2/6 Length 10km  120m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Bob Rankin
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.RSVP only accepted from 2 weeks prior to 7 pm the day before event. The best of Annandale, such as The Abbey, Beale Piano Site, Whites Creek wetlands , Whites Creek community garden and many more  historic buildings. Of special interest is a Victorian Stone Work carved by Neville Wran's Great Grandfather. Beautiful Glebe Foreshore, award-winning Frank Gehry building, a colour changing building,  historic Goods Line, (with 36-LEVER FRAME INTERLOCKING MACHINE). Many options for lunch at the end of the walk.
Map: Sydney View

11 Dec, Sat 8:00AM Catherine Hill Bay – Cotton Candy sea caves – Fraser Beach – Birdie Beach
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  200m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
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.Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.ALL INTENDING WALKERS MUST BE DOUBLE VACCINATED AND BE ABLE TO PRODUCE YOUR DIGITAL CERTIFICATE UPON REQUEST. The highlight and one of the main reasons for this walk is to visit the stunning and colourful Cotton Candy sea caves north of Moonee Beach. This will be one of our first ports of call as we head south along the coast, walking, swimming and exploring the beautiful Munmorah SRA. So bring your cossies, blockout and a sense of adventure. Rock hopping.
Location: Munmorah SCA View

11 Dec, Sat 8:30AM Footsteps of the Convicts
Passes through 2 LGA's.
Central Coast Council
Hawkesbury City Council
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  300m Sydney Branch
Roy J.
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.(Fully Booked) This walk near Wisemans Ferry oozes history. It's a steady climb up Devines Hill, the old convict-built road that contains so many remnants of the 1820s, plus lots of information signs. Once at the top of the hill we'll take the Shepherds Gully Loop and then return to the Old Great North Road. Then we'll take the Finchs Line track back down to Wisemans Ferry Road. A 3km car shuffle will be involved. Joint walk with The Bush Club. The lower section of Finchs Line is very rough underfoot.
Location: Dharug NP
Map: Lower Portland 90312S Limit: 12. View

11 Dec, Sat 5:39AM Valley of the Dinosaurs and Ultimate Slot
Grade:5/6 Length 6km Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
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.Find out for yourself why this unique area must be protected for future generations. Park on the road from Mount Airly to Genowlan Trig where there is suitable space. Walk up the road to the top of the plateau and then take the road to Genowlan Trig. Leave this road at about GR 253 320 and head east to the top, southern end of the Valley of the Dinosaurs. We will then proceed down the valley stopping to explore as many slots as possible on both sides. Next, visit the Ultimate Slot and then return to the road and to the vehicles. Scrambling and exposure. About 6km.
Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA
Map: Glen Alice 89314N View

12 Dec, Sun 9:07AM The Great North Walk: Section 2
Grade:3/6 Length 16km  400m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Today we walk from North Ryde to Thornleigh. It's a beautiful bushwalk along the Lane Cove River, somewhat rocky but generally good track, ending with a steep climb to Thornleigh Station at the end. There are 5 mild creek crossings. Beautiful sandstone caves, magestic gum trees and grass trees are there to welcome you. The track is adorned with wildflowers: Boronia, wattles, rice flowers, grevillea and more. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings.
Map: Lane Cover River Park Limit: 15. View

13 Dec, Mon 9:00AM Christmas walk and lunch Hazelbrook to Lawson
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  300m Sydney Branch
Janet R.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Fully Vaccinated | All participants must be able to show proof they are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to particpate.(Fully Booked) Options to walk or just meet at Lawson Hotel for pub lunch (numbers will be Covid dependent). Walk from Hazelbrook via Adams Lookout, Terrace Falls, Lawson waterfall loop to Lawson. When booking indicate if walker only, diner only or both walker and diner. Include your mobile #, emergency # and NPA #. Covid restrictions apply. Need to show fully vaccinated to leader and at pub. Steep, rough tracks, could be slippery.
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

13 Dec, Mon 8:00AM Stanwell Park, Stanwell Tops, Princess Marina Track, Kellys Falls, Bulgo and Return
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  350m Illawarra Branch
Adrian J.
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.Commence with a steep ascent, 180m at a relaxed pace, with a short loop at Stanwell Tops visiting a few lookouts. Follow the charming Princess Marina Track to Kellys Falls. From the falls follow a variety of tracks circumnavigating Bulgo Ridge. Return to Stanwell Park Station. Slippery conditions. Cliff edges, Creek crossings.
Location: Illawarra Escarpment Limit: 15. View

15 Dec, Wed 9:40AM Mt Victoria Circuit
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  520m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Starting from Mt Victoria Station, Fairy Bower, Cox's Cave, Ferris Cave, Horne Point, Bushrangers Cave, Pulpit Rock, Ross Cave back to station. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings. Limit: 15. View

15 Dec, Wed 10:56AM NPA Xmas party and walk
Grade:3/6 Length 12km  200m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longIt is the time of the year when we think about our friends and family. Let's have a picnic! Bring your favourite food and drink for a picnic. We will meet at Illoura Picnic Area which is marked '4 Illoura' After the picnic, you can enjoy a paddle (PFDs compulsory), a walk or just enjoy the park. A few  guided walk will be on offer at 1 pm. One of them is a hidden gem. From Fullers Bridge, we'll walk along the river, visiting Mowbray Park, Batten Reserve and Stringy Bark Reserve.  Door prizes too!  I will be leading The river walk after lunch: 12 km 200 m elevation. View

15 Dec, Wed 11:00AM NPA Xmas Picnic and walk
Grade:2/6 Length 10km  180m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Cycle | A cycling tripPaddle | A canoe or kayak tripPicnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicWalk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPhotography | 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.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.It's the time of the year when we think about our friends and family. Let's have a picnic! Bring your favourite food and drink for a picnic. We will meet at Illoura Picnic Area which is marked "4 Illoura" After the picnic, you can enjoy a paddle (PFDs compulsory), a walk or just enjoy the park. A few  guided walk will be on offer at 1 pm. One of them is a hidden gem. From Fullers Bridge, we'll walk along the river, visiting Mowbray Park, Batten Reserve and Stringy Bark Reserve.  Door prizes too!
Location: Lane Cove NP View

15 Dec, Wed 11:00AM NPA Xmas Picnic and walk
Grade:2/6 Length 10km  180m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Mike P.
Cycle | A cycling tripPaddle | A canoe or kayak tripWalk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPicnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicPhotography | 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.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.It's the time of the year when we think about our friends and family. Let's have a picnic! Bring your favourite food and drink for a picnic. We will meet at Illoura Picnic Area which is marked "4 Illoura" After the picnic, you can enjoy a paddle (PFDs compulsory), a walk or just enjoy the park. A few  guided walk will be on offer at 1 pm. One of them is a hidden gem. From Fullers Bridge, we'll walk along the river, visiting Mowbray Park, Batten Reserve and Stringy Bark Reserve.  Door prizes too!
Location: Lane Cove NP View

15 Dec, Wed 11:00AM Xmas picnic plus walk, paddle or rest
Length 10km  180m Sydney Branch
John H.
Paddle | A canoe or kayak tripPicnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicWalk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPhotography | 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.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.It's the time of the year when we think about our friends and family. Let's have a picnic! Bring your favourite food and drink for a picnic. We will meet at Illoura Picnic Area which is marked "4 Illoura" After the picnic, you can enjoy a paddle (PFDs compulsory), a walk or just enjoy the park. A few  guided walk will be on offer at 1 pm. One of them is a hidden gem. From Fullers Bridge, we'll walk along the river, visiting Mowbray Park, Batten Reserve and Stringy Bark Reserve.  Door prizes too! Priority will be given to those who have been walking with me recently.
Location: Lane Cove NP View

17 Dec, Fri 10:05AM Neighbourhood walk 22: Sheldon forest
Grade:2/6 Length 9km  230m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
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.This walk will be led by Heather Lakiss. RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com The track meanders through the beautiful bushland of Sheldon Forest, along ridge tops, through open forest on the hill slopes and down to the creek side, following a stream that boasts a number of small waterfalls. The forest is one of the few remaining pieces of the Blue Gum high forest in the Sydney Basin. It is of high conservation status because it contains some of the last remnants of the endangered ecological communities. Echidnas, bowerbirds, water dragons, golden whistlers, pardalotes and powerful owls have been seen. We will check out Rofe Park as well.     Steep and slippery sections View

17 Dec, Fri Victorian High Country – car camping
Grade:3/6 Sydney Branch
Brian P.
Camp | An activity that involves an overnight stay, usually in a tent.Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFirst 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.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.(Fully Booked) 4WD touring, car camping, historic townships, grade 3-4 day walks in mid-December 2021 to mid-January 2022 (actual dates tbc). Join us for one week, or two, three or four! The choice is yours. BYO 4WD (high clearance & low range). Plan to travel in (loose) convoy between campgrounds, staying for one or a few nights at each campground to enjoy the walking, scenery, history and company in a relaxed environment. Visit relics and ghost towns from the gold rush era, old stock huts, pubs and spectacular views. From Bright (in the North) to Licola (in the South) and Dargo (in the East). Call or email me for more information. Joint trip with The Bush Club.
Location: Victorian High Plains View

18 Dec, Sat 6:00PM Christmas 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.Fully 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.Enjoy a 4 course dinner with wine and coffee to celebrate the festive season.
Location: Leichardt View

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