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1 Jul, Sat Cathedral Cave and Diamond Cavern
Grade:5/6 Length 6km Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longFind out for yourself why this unique area must be better protected for future generations. We will visit two stunning locations – Cathedral Cave and Diamond Cavern, starting and finishing on a fire trail off Sunnyside Ridge Road. Scrambling and exposure. About 6 km.
Location: Newnes SF
Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N View

1 Jul, Sat 8:31AM Gladstone Pass – Lindemans Pass – Copeland Pass – Pool of Siloam
Grade:4/6 Length 9km  500m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Come and experience some of the beautiful rainforested passes in the Blue Mountains, along with more waterfalls than you can imagine and spectacular views that money cant buy! Just the sort of walking tonic you need! Steep track in parts with roped sections of Gladstone Pass and Copeland Pass. Parts of the track can be slippery. Scramble up ropes.
Location: Blue Mountains National Park
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

2 Jul, Sun 8:30AM Narrabeen to Manly
Grade:2/6 Length 13km  45m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.An incredibly scenic trail along the coast of the Northern Beaches of Sydney. The walk takes in headlands, lagoons and coastal bushland.
Location: Narrabeen to Manly View

2 Jul, Sun 8:30AM Steamers Beach, Whiting Beach, Kitty Beach Circuit
Grade:3/6 Length 12km Milton Branch
Megan H.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longExplore the magnificent Booderee NP via this out and back trail. Great views and side trips to isolated beaches. Whales and dolphins are often spotted from these headlands. Formed track walking, some steps down to beaches.
Location: Booderee NP
Map: Sussex Inlet 90274S Limit: 8. View

3 Jul, Mon 10:00AM Malabar Headland
Grade:2/6 Length 8km  80m 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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.This walk starts at Pioneer Park in Malabar. It follows marked tracks and board walks north through some wonderfully revegetated windblown coastal scrub to reach the southern end of Maroubra Beach. From there the track leads south along sandstone clifftops, providing spectacular views for which the Malabar Headland is known. We will keep an eye out for Humpback whales migrating north. Hazards: Cliff tops.
Location: Malabar Headland NP
Map: Malabar Headland National Park Limit: 14. View

3-15 Jul, Mon (07:30AM)-Sat (17:00PM) No 1: 13 days Kimberley adventure
Grade:3/6 Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Accommodation | An activity that involves an overnight stay, using hard-roofed accommodation such as a cabin, hut or hotel.Camp | An activity that involves an overnight stay, usually in a tent.Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicSwim | A trip that involves swimmingCafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.(Fully Booked) A few members from NPA did this walking tour of Kimberley last winter and the feedbacks were positive.  For your comfort level, I’m quoting  the insight from Graham. “The walks are no problem for NPA grade 3 walkers. Lots of river stone/rock walking cause they are mostly in gorges. Not long walks. 30 to 34 Deg every day. Down to 10-12 deg some nights so camping gets cool. Campfires. Coolest nights July. Purnalulu is coolest cause no fires allowed." Please see below link to itinerary and prices.
https://www.inspirationoutdoors.com.au/tours/kimberley-walking-tours/
Deposit & Payments
Cost $4299 twin share, Single supplement $200.  A payment of $350 on booking; Payment in full is required at least six weeks prior to the tour
Standard Cancellation Policy More than 12 weeks: $50 administration fee; between 42 & 84 days inclusive: loss of deposit; between 24 & 41 days inclusive: 25% of full tour cost; between 15 & 23 days inclusive: 50% of full tour cost; 14 days or less: 100% of full tour cost, no refund Limit: 12. View

3 Jul, Mon 8:42AM Winmalee car share required
Grade:3/6 Length 18km  430m Sydney Branch
Janet R.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Email preferred. Include NPA#, mobile and emergency #'s. Number of walkers depends on number of cars. If driver please state number of car seats available e.g. 1 driver +3 passengers. If needing a lift please state this. Meet Springwood Station north side car park to allocate cars. Drive to end of White Cross Road (5-6k). Walk Shaws Ridge Fire trail, up Bees Nest Hill. Out to Grose Head Lookout, good views. Then Springwood Ridge Fire trail to St Columbas grounds. Track down to grotto and finish where we started. Steep, rough , muddy. Limit: 15. View

4 Jul, Tue 9:30AM Wombat Hill Lookout, Yarrunga Trig & Rebecca’s View (#660)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:3/6 Length 13km  200m Southern Highlands Branch
Mike M
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Fully Booked) The walk begins at Meryla Pass in Morton NP.  From the locked gate continue on the Fire Trail along the ridge.  There are several viewpoints which look towards Mt Carrialoo, Crankey's Creek and Lake Yarrunga until reaching the end of the track overlooking Wombat Hill.  On the return there is an optional trail leading to Rebecca's View over Sandy's Creek on the other side of the ridge. Hazards: Rough track and unfenced cliffs. Off track for extension to the trig.
Location: Morton NP
Map: Bundanoon 8928-1S Limit: 20. View

5 Jul, Wed 9:30AM Medlow Bath to Katoomba overlooking Megalong Valley
Grade:4/6 Length 13km  540m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
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.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Starting at the Medlow Bath Station, walk past Tuckers Lookout, Sunbath, 3 Brothers, old flying fox base then along an old track across Black Creek on to Explorers Tree, Norths Lookout, Therabulat Lookout to Katoomba Station. There are beautiful views down to Magalong Valley along the way. Steep, muddy and slippery sections. Creek crossings.
Location: Medlow Bath Limit: 10. View

5 Jul, Wed 9:30AM Sutherland to Jannali
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  50m Sydney Branch
Denise S.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walk from Sutherland to Jannali via Woronora, and across Woronora Bridge to Burnum Burnum Sanctuary.  Continue through the Glen Reserve to Jannali. Some street walking, bush trails and lovely views of Woronora River. Some ups and downs. Bookings only from one week prior to date of walk please. Some tracks may be a bit rough in places.
Location: Sutherland Shire Limit: 15. View

5 Jul, Wed 9:00AM White Sands / Scribbly Gum Walks
Grade:3/6 Length 6km Milton Branch
J&LWilkinson
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longCafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.The White Sands Walk & Scribbly Gum Track are interconnected. We will start at the Vincentia Sailing Club & follow the White Sands walk to Chinamans Beach. You’ll be treated to incredible water views & bird watching. Maybe a dolphin or two. The return leg will include the Scribbly Gum Track that takes you through tall coastal forest & woodland. Coffee at Vincentia Shopping Centre afterwards. View

7 Jul, Fri 9:32AM Ferry series No 3: Drummoyne loop
Grade:2/6 Length 11km  150m 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: Book direct to leader by email:  lehewitt@optusnet.com.au   Points of interest: The largest chocolate factory in Australia; Drummoyne Park; Taplin Park; Battersea Park; Quarantine Reserve; Henry Lawson Park; Abbotsford Cove; Windward Manor; Five Dock Bay; Fig Tree Bay; Werrell Reserve; Hen and Chicken Bay; Bill Fisher Reserve; Interesting windows and houses; Campbell Park; Lysaght Park; Russell Park; View

7 Jul, Fri 7:30AM Mt. Solitary via the Ruined Castle
Grade:4/6 Length 18km  700m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.It's been closed for almost 3 years, so I've been hankering to get back to one of my favourite locations in the Blue Mountains, Mt. Solitary and see what the track and the terrain look like after the beating it copped back in 2019 from the fires, then floods. steep ascent with rock scrambling
Location: Blue Mountains National Park
Map: CMA Katoomba and Jamison 89302N Limit: 15. View

8 Jul, Sat 8:29AM Bungonia Lookdown – The Red Track – Bungonia Gorge
Grade:4/6 Length 7km  400m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) This is one of NSW classic walks for those with an adventurous spirit and a love of gorges and rock scrambling! I'll also visit the Mt Ayre Lookout on the way back for great views over the Shoalhaven river. Steep tracks which can be slippery.
Location: Bungonia SCA
Map: Caoura 89283N Limit: 15. View

8 Jul, Sat 10:37AM Cabbage Tree Creek Tributaries
Grade:5/6 Length 6km Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPark one car on T3 Trail at GR 811 986 and drive another one to GR 812 001. Descend into the gully to the west. Continue to or near Cabbage Tree Creek, then traverse south under the cliffs to a tributary at GR 801 990. Explore that gully upstream and exit near the first car at T3. Exploratory. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View

9 Jul, Sun 9:00AM Dee Why Lagoon to Long Reef Headland and Narrabeen Lagoon
Grade:3/6 Length 16km  350m Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Dee Why Lagoon to Long Reef Headland and Narrabeen Lagoon. Easy walk with inlet crossing from shoe to knee level. This walk is one of the shining jewels of northern beaches. Takes you through scenic and beautiful ecosystems, abundance of wildlife and migrating birds, cultural heritage and historical icons. Long Reef headland is the most ideal spot for whale watching - furthest point of Sydney coastline. View

10 Jul, Mon 9:00AM Hazelbrook to Lawson
Grade:3/6 Length 11km  350m Sydney Branch
Janet R.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Email preferred. Include NPA#, mobile and emergency #'s. Hazelbrook Station, Adams Lookout, Bedford Creek Falls, Lester Falls, explore up further if not too wet and slippery. Terrace Falls. Track up to South Lawson Fire trail. Cross Baths Road. Track towards Greg St. Then down to Rock Cut Pit. Roads to Lawson Station. Steep, slippery, rough. Limit: 15. View

10 Jul, Mon 9:30AM North Ryde Loop Walk
Grade:2/6 Length 10km  100m Sydney Branch
Ian 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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Please use email or text messaging for bookings. This is a loop walk in the river valley of the Lane Cove NP. Once in the NP, the walk will be along paved paths and bush tracks including a section of the Great North Walk. Points of interest along the way which can be seen and or visited are: the Lane Cove River, Fairyland, Mowbray Park and Magdala Park. Trip hazards such as tree roots over the bush tracks or stoney sections of track.
Location: Lane Cove National Park Limit: 20. View

11 Jul, Tue 9:30AM Lake Alexandra to Boxvale via 40’ Falls. (#050)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  400m Southern Highlands Branch
Sue M.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Fully Booked) The track follows the Nattai River from the lake to Nattai Creek where the track to the falls leaves the main track and follows the Nattai Creek track to the falls.  From the Falls a steep climb leads to the Boxvale track. Hazards: Rough track, slippery rocks, creek crossing and steep steps.
Location: Mt Alexandra NR
Map: Mittagong 8929-2S Limit: 20. View

12 Jul, Wed 9:00AM Conjola Circuit
Grade:3/6 Length 5km Milton Branch
Kevin R.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longDrive to Lake Conjola and park at tennis courts. Follow streets and bushtracks south to Conjola beach. Head north along beach to the boardwalk, then stroll westwards along the shores of the lake to return to the cars. Coffee at “Ma and Dars”.
Map: Milton 89272N View

12 Jul, Wed 8:50AM Linden to Springwood via Victory Track and Magdala Gully Track
Grade:3/6 Length 14km  480m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
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.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Starting from Linden Station walk past Lady Martins Cave, off-track passing Aboriginal carvings, Sassafras Track, Victory Track, Perch Ponds and up to Springwood Station via Magdala Gully Track. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings.
Location: Springwood Limit: 15. View

12 Jul, Wed 9:00AM Manly to Dee Why
Grade:2/6 Length 9km Sydney Branch
Hildegard S.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walk coastal path from Manly to Dee Why. Beach walking, street walking, along promenades and some bush tracks. Great ocean views. A couple of steep climbs. Bookings only from one week prior to date of walk please.  
Location: Northern Beaches Limit: 15. View

12 Jul, Wed 11:30AM Walkers get together
Sydney Branch
Mal
Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnicWalkers lunch at O'Donoghues, Emu Plains.
Location: Emu Plains View

15 Jul, Sat 8:29AM Hydro Majestic tracks
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  200m Sydney Branch
Mark G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.At the back of the Hydro Majestic Hotel is a whole network of tracks which were constructed in the 1920s by the hotel to encourage their visitors to enjoy the natural bush at their doorstep! On this walk I'll be travelling over many of these and on the way you can expect superlative views, interesting historical features, the odd waterfall or two, the 3 brothers pagoda complex and much more. Steep tracks.
Location: Blue Mountains National Park
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

15-16 Jul, Sat (09:00AM)-Sun (12:00PM) NavShield 2023
Branch
General Community Event
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longEvery year Bush Search and Rescue NSW (BSAR) organises and runs the Australian Emergency Services Wilderness Navigation Shield or NavShield. Participants test their bush and compass navigation abilities in an overnight event through 100 square km of wilderness terrain a few hours drive from Sydney, Australia. The location of the event is different each year. The two day event starts at 09:00 on Saturday and finishes at 12:00 Sunday. Registrations are open from Friday 05 May 2023. Due to legal requirements, all participants must be >18yrs old irrespective of whether they are operational members of the NSW SES or RFS.
Location: Goulburn River NP View

16 Jul, Sun 2023 Provide First Aid course
Branch
Bushwalking NSW
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.Educational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Provide First Aid is a comprehensive course that will give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to help an ill or injured person until emergency help arrives. You will learn the DRSABCD action plan as well as resuscitation (Including defibrillation), asthma, anaphylaxis and the management of various injuries and illnesses. More information at First Aid Training. This training will ONLY be available for participants over 18.   View

16 Jul, Sun 2023 Provide First Aid in Remote or Isolated Situation course
Branch
Bushwalking NSW
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.Educational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Saturday July 23rd and Sat-Sun July 30th-31st. This remote area first aid course is specifically designed to meet the first aid needs of bushwalkers, wilderness guides, and people who work or live in remote locations. The course covers everything from comprehensive first aid treatments to aeromedical evacuation, long-term care, self-care, and contingency planning. This course is focused on the safety of the first aider and extended care of an ill or injured casualty where help is likely to be delayed or inaccessible. Course Duration – 3 days (face to face workshops with pre-work). More information at First Aid Training. This training will ONLY be available for participants over 18. View

16 Jul, Sun 8:30AM Bondi beach to La perouse in section 1
Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longBondi beach to La Perouse in 2 sections: section 1 View

16 Jul, Sun 10:30AM Mogareeka Inlet – Wajurda Point
Grade:3/6 Length 7km Far South Coast Branch
Gabrielle T.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longWalk follows a winding bush trail beside the Bega River mouth through to Moon Bay and Wajurda Point. The area has important indigenous ceremonial sites as well as non indigenous history on the "Riverview" headland and at Moon Bay. Wajurda Lookout is a good whale watching point. Gentle pace. Steep ascent/descent from Moon Bay.
Location: Mimosa Rocks National Park View

16 Jul, Sun 12:14PM North of Little Tootie
Grade:5/6 Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPark on Bowen Hill Trail at around GR 688 967. Descend into the gully to the north west. Continue under the cliffs counterclockwise till about GR 677 970. Climb on the ridge to the east, then make our way back to the car. Exploratory. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S and Wollangambe 89312S View

16 Jul, Sun 9:00AM Tabourie/Termeil Forest & Foreshore Frolic
Grade:3/6 Length 11km Milton Branch
Kevin R.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPark at Tabourie Beach, follow the lakeside track and River Road before crossing the highway into Termeil State Forest. Stroll along forest tracks and Lemon Tree Road to rejoin the hwy. Cross into Blackbutt Road and follow this to Stokes Island. Using various beach access-ways alternate between beach and behind dunes to return to cars.
Map: Tabourie 89272S Limit: 16. View

16 Jul, Sun 9:30AM The Alphabet series: “C” …Convict Trail Walk
Grade:3/6 Length 11km  350m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ewan C.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPhotography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.
Convict Trail Walk - Finchs Line/ Mt Devine and Shepherds Gully circuit.
Distance 11 km, approx,
My contact details - ewancain@gmail.com, 0407 012413
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17 Jul, Mon 9:00AM Bulls Camp
Grade:3/6 Length 10km  325m Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walking both sides of highway. A bit of history along the way. Visit Woodford Trig, Coxs Rd, Paradise, old railway dam and Bulls Camp. Some overgrown, steep, rocky and/or rough sections. Some off-track. Lots of road and trail though. Slippery if wet or leaves are dry.
Location: Woodford
Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View

17 Jul, Mon 9:30AM Knightsbridge Circuit Walk
Grade:2/6 Length 10km  100m Sydney Branch
Ian 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.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.The walking circuit is accessed from the Showground Metro Station by tracks through the Castle Hills Showground to the Fred Caterson Reserve. The circuit is a mixture of tracks within the reserve as well as the surrounding suburban area. The circuit could be rough, muddy and slippery in parts. Limit: 20. View

18 Jul, Tue 9:30AM The Cascades & Bullock Track Circuit (#510)
Fully inside Shellharbour City Council
Grade:4/6 Length 8km  450m Southern Highlands Branch
Paul O
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Fully Booked) From the Cascades car park climb steeply beside the waterfall and continue to a service road.  Descend to Clover Hill Rd and follow the track down the old bullock track to return to car park. Hazards: Steep slippery track with tree roots, slippery rocks, creek crossing.
Location: Macquarie Pass NP
Map: Robertson 9028-4N Limit: 20. View

19 Jul, Wed 9:15AM Artarmon to the Spit
Grade:3/6 Length 11km Sydney Branch
Mike P.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walk via parks, some bush, streets and landscaped paths from Artarmon to The Spit. Lovely views of Middle Harbour. Bookings only from one week prior to date of walk please.
Location: Lower North Shore Limit: 15. View

19 Jul, Wed 8:00AM Dalmeny to Mill Bay Boardwalk
Grade:2/6 Length 7km Milton Branch
J&LWilkinson
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longCafe | A trip that involves a relaxed stop at a cafe.This is a paved path shared with cyclists & boardwalk. We will start at the Dalmeny Camping Ground passing many beaches with incredible views & after Kianga onto Mill Bay & Wagonga Inlet. You will possibly see a variety of marine animals We will finish near the bridge crossing Wagonga Inlet. We will then car shuffle back to Dalmeny for coffee and lunch on the headland. View

19 Jul, Wed 8:25AM Glenbrook circuit via Blue Pool Kanuka Brook & Red Hand Cave
Grade:3/6 Length 14km  415m Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
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.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Starting at Glenbrook Station, walk through Douglas Smith Park down to Blue Pool, walk beside Glenbrook Creek to Kanuka Brook then to Red Hand Cave and back up to Glenbrook Station via Jellybean Pool. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings, section of rough indistinct track.
Location: Glenbrook Limit: 15. View

20 Jul, Thu 9:00AM Wollondilly River Walking Track (Guula Ngurra NP)
Grade:5/6 Length 8km  500m Southern Highlands Branch
Neil O.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longSwim | A trip that involves swimmingSocial | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Winding downhill to the Wollondilly River and offering breathtaking views along the way, Wollondilly River Walking Track is a pleasant walk through beautiful forest. With some steep & slippery sections, a rough track and no signage, it's a challenging walk suitable for experienced bushwalkers only. Walking poles highly recommended. Starting from the car park we’ll follow Dirrang Management Trail for approx. 1km, descending into a grey gum forest. After traversing a flat clearing, we’ll continue on a smaller trail heading west along a section of grass. After making our way along a ridge top, we’ll head further downhill into forest red gum woodland. After another 1.5km we’ll reach the banks of the Wollondilly River. Time/weather permitting we may also visit Baldy Billy Peak on the return leg with its gobsmacking views of the Wollondilly River Valley below. Some very steep sections, slippery in places.
Location: Guula Ngurra National Park Limit: 10. View

21 Jul, Fri 10:00AM Colour Walk Series 15: Magnolia
Grade:2/6 Length 11km  60m Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
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)Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Leader for the day: Philip Wright.  From Burwood, we walk to the Millenium Walk, Hen and Chicken Bay, Concord, several parks and back to Burwood.  We will see a community garden, Bushells Tea and Magnolias in bloom. Azalea, Camellias are also in bloom at this time of the year.  There are many choices for lunch at Burwood's Chinatown. View

21 Jul, Fri 9:02AM East of Cabbage Tree Creek
Grade:5/6 Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPark on T3 Trail at around GR 812 003. Walk north west and descend into the gully to the south. Follow it westward, then traverse under the cliffs clockwise till about GR 809 011. Depending on the time available, we will continue westwards or exit to the east onto the T3 Trail and back to the vehicles. Exploratory. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View

21 Jul, Fri 10:00AM Historical/Archaeological Excursion to Fosters Flat in the Royal National Park
Grade:1/6 Length 2km  3m Southern Sydney Branch
5602
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longTalk | A talk or slide show presentation.Educational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Archaeologists Pam Forbes and Greg Jackson will be leading an excursion to the remains of the sawmill on Fosters Flat in the Royal National Park (c1903 – c1922) on 21/7/2023. This is a combined activity with Menai Wildflower Group. We will meet 10:00 at Loftus Oval before driving to McKell Avenue. Fosters Flat, just off McKell Avenue contains archaeological remains of a sawmill operating in the early twentieth century including the sawmill boiler. This sawmill was operated by James Foster of Waterfall around 1903. The sawmill was powered by a Robey 18hp semi portable engine. Beside the boiler are the remains of a timber lined pit for the circular saw blade and there is no doubt other structure in the nearby bush. James Foster owned both a bullock team and eight heavy draught horses and these would have been used to install the sawmill and move both timber and lumber to and from the mill. This area still abounds in durable hardwoods, turpentines (Syncarpia glomulifera) and blackbutts (Eucalyptus pilularis) and these quality hardwoods would have been logged extensively with the surrounding woodland containing evidence of this extensive logging. This sawmill was still operating in 1922 providing sawn lumber for the Metropolitan Coal Company before being closed by public pressure. The excursion is expected to last about 2hrs, starting at 10.00 am. Limit of 10. Contact John Prats on 0407107157 for the meeting place and other details. Uneven ground.
Location: Royal National Park Limit: 10. View

22 Jul, Sat 9:30AM Egyptian Rock LO
Grade:4/6 Length 10km  220m Sydney Branch
Peter F.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longKangaroo Creek Valley - Peninsula between Lambs Ck and Kangaroo Ck – Egyptian Rock Lookout - Kangaroo Creek Valley – Return to cars. A beautiful walk on a peninsula and through a valley with ferns and forest surrounded by pagodas. Fire Trail, tracks, off-track with mild scrub, creek crossing.
Location: Gardens of Stone SCA
Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View

22 Jul, Sat 8:53AM Linden to Springwood via Sassafras Ridge, Sassafras Gully Victory Track and Magdala Track
Grade:3/6 Length 14km  420m Sydney Branch
8612
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.We initially visit the historical Lady Martin's Bath at Linden before making our way along the Sassafras Ridge Fire trail for about 2.5 km. After branching off the fire trail and visiting an Aboriginal engraving site, we then follow a faint footpad and end up in the rainforest beside Sassafras Creek. The creek is followed on the well-known Victory Track before we branch off onto Magdala Gully Track and follow it back to Springwood Shops. The walk will not be a race, but besides the normal stops for items of interest, morning tea and lunch, we will have to keep moving because of the distance to be covered.   Trip hazards, sun exposure, possible wet feet.
Location: Blue Mountains National Park Limit: 12. View

22 Jul - 3 Aug, Sat-Thu No 2: 13 days Kimberley adventure
Grade:3/6 Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Camp | An activity that involves an overnight stay, usually in a tent.Swim | A trip that involves swimmingWalk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.There is a travel resurgence after Covid.  Liz La (lizzytasha_1@outlook.com ) would like to invite you to join her on this once in a lifetime adventure to the Kimberley.  I am sure many are still concerned about Covid and border closure but the cancellation policy is very flexible. When you rsvp, please provide your full name, contact no,  email address and bedding configuration.  A few members from NPA did this walking tour of Kimberley last winter and the feedbacks were positive.  For your comfort level, I’m quoting  the insight from Graham. “The walks are no problem for NPA grade 3 walkers. Lots of river stone/rock walking cause they are mostly in gorges. Not long walks. 30 to 34 Deg every day. Down to 10-12 deg some nights so camping gets cool. Campfires. Coolest nights July. Purnalulu is coolest cause no fires allowed." Please see below link to itinerary and prices.
https://www.inspirationoutdoors.com.au/tours/kimberley-walking-tours/
Deposit & Payments
Cost $4299 twin share, Single supplement $200.  A payment of $350 on booking; Payment in full is required at least six weeks prior to the tour
Standard Cancellation Policy More than 12 weeks: $50 administration fee; between 42 & 84 days inclusive: loss of deposit; between 24 & 41 days inclusive: 25% of full tour cost; between 15 & 23 days inclusive: 50% of full tour cost; 14 days or less: 100% of full tour cost, no refund Limit: 3. View

22 Jul, Sat Wolgan View Canyon
Grade:4/6 Length 8km  200m Sydney Branch
Peter F.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long(Cancelled) Glowworm Tunnel Road – Wolgan View Canyon – Carne Creek Lookout – Explore south along cliff line - Return via gullies and pagodas. Explore this maze of gullies, pagodas and a visit to a usually dry canyon. A very interesting area. Track, off-track with mild scrub, easy scrambles.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View

23 Jul, Sun 9:29AM Little wobby to Wondabyne
Grade:4/6 Length 21km  700m 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.(Date Changed) We start from Little Wobby with Water Taxi from Brooklyn. It's $12.64 per person with Card payment. We climb to Midway Ridge Trails that have many fabulous lookouts toward Hawkesbury River. The climbs involve some bush bashing and obscured tracks. The walk until Tank creek would be pleasant walks among typical Australian vegetations of Angosphoras, geebungs, gumtrees, flannel flowers both helianthis and minor, fringed lilies, native irises. There'll be 2 television aerials observed set on the rocks, in the middle of the bush. The walks along kilometres and kilometres of the fire trails are exposed  until we reach Kariong Brook Falls that provide some respite from the sun and extra water. We’ll take the train home from Wondabyne. Sun, steep and slippery sections View

23 Jul, Sun Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads: Section 28 Gerringong to Kiama
Grade:3/6 Length 14km  250m Illawarra Branch
Graham B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longPublic Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.(Date Changed) As part of Parramatta to Shoalhaven Heads walks series, we will walk from Gerringong to Kiama on the now most visited and spectacular section of the Kiama Coast Walk. An undulating walk with great coastal views. Walking in a northerly direction provides best train options - arrangements to be confirmed closer to the date. Part of the Great South Coast Walk  (http://greatsouthcoastwalk.net/) a long-distance walking route along the southern coastline of New South Wales, from Bundeena on the southern fringe of Sydney, to Mallacoota, just over the border in Victoria, 660km in total. Limit: 12. View

23 Jul, Sun 8:00AM The 3P Challenge: #3 Perrys Lookdown: Perrys Lookdown – Blue Gum Forest – Acacia Flat campground and return
Grade:4/6 Length 6km  600m Branch
Carol T.
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.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.The third of the 3P challenge is the shortest in distance, but rest assured - the energy you save in K's will come in handy for the steep ascent on our return trip! Not for the faint hearted, this exhilarating walk follows the track from Perrys campground, around Docker Head and down into Blue Gum Forest. We'll travel a little further to Acacia Flat campground for lunch, and explore more of the Blue Gum Forest on this trip. Joint walk with the Bushclub. Steps - lots! Steep ascent and descent.
Location: Blue Mountains National Park
Map: Mount Wilson 89301N Limit: 8. View

24 Jul, Mon 2023 Provide First Aid course
Branch
Bushwalking NSW
Talk | A talk or slide show presentation.Educational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Provide First Aid is a comprehensive course that will give you the knowledge, skills and confidence to help an ill or injured person until emergency help arrives. You will learn the DRSABCD action plan as well as resuscitation (Including defibrillation), asthma, anaphylaxis and the management of various injuries and illnesses. More information at First Aid Training. This training will ONLY be available for participants over 18. View

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