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3 Apr, Wed 9:00AM			Sydney Botanic Garden, Hyde Park Barracks visit and Hyde Park
Grade:2/6	Length	6km		Sydney Branch
Jenny R.
From Circular Quay we will walk around Sydney Botanic Gardens including the Rose Garden and Pavilion, Calyx entry by donation, Palm House, Succulent Garden and more. We will walk around Mrs Macquarie's Chair, through the Domain, to the Hyde Park Barracks (free entry) for a historical adventure. Prior bookings are required for entry so please confirm if you will come to the Barracks. We will then walk to Hyde Park to watch a chess game or just admire the gardens around the Archibald Fountain. Bookings from one week prior to the walk please. Location: City of Sydney Limit: 12. View

5 Apr, Fri 10:00PM			Fosters Flat Sawmill, RNP
Grade:2/6	Length	2km	10m	Southern Sydney Branch
Greg
This sawmill was operated by James Foster of Waterfall around 1903. The sawmill was powered by a Robey 18hp semi portable engine. The boiler remains, and there are the remains of a timber-lined pit for the circular saw blade and, no doubt, other structures 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 still 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. We will also look at the remains of the Scientists Hut (also known as the Zoologist Hut), which was built on the sawmill site in 1925 and used by the Royal Zoologists Society to study the habits of birds, notably the satin bower bird. A good lunch can be had at the Audley Cafe. This walk will be done in conjunction with members of the Sutherland Shire Historical Society. Leeches abound, so wear long trousers and bring insect repellant. Good shade, but hat and sun lotion are a good idea. Location: Royal National Park Limit: 20. View

5 Apr, Fri 9:00AM			Heritage walk to the Pass of Sabugal
Grade:2/6	Length	3km	240m	Southern Sydney Branch
Greg
This short heritage walk travels down Sir Thomas Mitchells old Illawarra Road, through bush, to the causeway across the Woronora River This road was cleared in 1843 by the last convicts road gang in NSW, We will also visit the remains of the nearby Woronora watermill, built by John Lucas in 1825. The area above the mill is today known as ‘Lucas Heights’. This mill was a small timber building with one set of mill stones grinding wheat that was delivered by boat from Botany Bay. Bushfires and floods have removed all traces of the timber building, but beam slots excavated in the rock and the remains of the mill dam give us a good idea of the mills size and what it would have looked like. This area was also the location of depression era housing in the 1930’s and the scant remains of around twelve houses can still be identified. Most of this walk is on a fire trail and it is not long, only about 3km, the drawback is the steep climb back up the hill when the excursion is over. Tripping hazards, snakes, ticks, leaches, fast-flowing river, slippery rocks (we will not cross the river). Location: Woronora River Valley Limit: 20. View

6 Apr, Sat 9:00AM			Pretty Beach To Pebbly Beach Loop Walk – Full Day
Grade:4/6	Length	18km		Milton Branch
Megan H.
A steep climb to start, up Mt Durras, then walk across to Pebbly Beach (partly on the road) and stop for lunch. On the way back explore the new track along the coast back to Pretty. Some uphill and down, along rock platforms, up and down constructed steps, short section on the Pebbly Road. The walk is long, but pace will be steady, with plenty of time to enjoy the coast on the way back. Whole day walk. Should be back at cars around 4:30 pm. Location: Murramarang NP Map: Kioloa 89261N Limit: 10. View

7 Apr, Sun 7:31AM			Pagoda Heaven and South East Genowlan Mountain
Grade:5/6	Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
This unique area, part of the Gardens of Stone region, has an active coal mine underneath it. Find out why it must be better protected for future generations. Park vehicles on top of the escarpment above Airly Mountain and follow the Genowlan Mountain Trail as far as GR 266 330. Climb north northeast to the tops, then explore Pagoda Heaven, a highly dissected, pagoda-studded area to the east and south. Descend underneath the cliff line in a southwesterly direction to GR 266 327. From here, climb a narrow south trending ridge. Continue to the top of the escarpment and follow it southwest all the way to Genowlan Trig. Take the fire trail from there to reconnect with the vehicles. About 10 km. Partly exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N View

7 Apr, Sun 8:17AM			Wahroonga to Bobbin Head
Grade:3/6	Length	18km	300m	Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Gibberagong & Bobbin Head tracks start off at Wahroonga Station. A moderate walk winding through bush, rainforest, heath, saltwater mangroves, creek crossings, waterholes & views of the Hawkesbury River. The whole watery mangrove ecosystems are on full display with plankton, crabs, shellfish & wading birds. An interesting walk with a swim & a picnic at Bobbin Head. Slippery creek crossings. Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase NP Map: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Limit: 20. View

8 Apr, Mon 8:30AM			Glenbrook Circuit
Grade:3/6	Length	12km	380m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk to Bluff Reserve for views over Glenbrook Gorge. Might see the elusive Moorakoo Falls. Then follow historic tramway track to Tunnel Gully. Make our way to Knapsack Bridge via a section of the Lapstone Zig Zag. Climb the new stairs to Elizabeth Lookout, visit Marges Lookout and Lennox Bridge before returning to Glenbrook Station. Lots of steps. Location: Glenbrook Limit: 20. View

8 Apr, Mon 9:22AM			Nellies Glen to Devils Hole
Grade:3/6	Length	12km	500m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
(Cancelled) Follow the Six Foot Track down Nellies Glen. Return to Katoomba via Devils Hole. Steep descent on old steps and track. Some rock scrambling ascending Devils Hole. Some sections will be damp and maybe slippery. Location: Katoomba Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View

8-13 Apr, Mon (12:00PM)-Sat (10:00AM)			South-East Forests of NSW
Grade:3/6	Length	50km	650m	Sydney Branch
Greg L.
Walk is full and waiting list applies. Car camping and day walks/short walks. Come and visit some parks that you may not even have heard of. Interesting and beautiful country, variety of walks. High country, but not like the Snowy Mountains. Some big climbs, but not excessive. All on tracks. Location: Deua and South-East Forests NPs Map: Contact leader Limit: 15. View

8 Apr, Mon 9:25AM			West Pennant Hills to North Parramatta via Darling Mills Creek
Grade:3/6	Length	9km	120m	Sydney Branch
John H.
We are following Darling Mills Creek from near its source almost to its junction with Toongabbie Creek, to form the Parramatta River. We pass through Sydney's sandstone heathlands with remanent stands of Sydney Blue Gums and walk, near the end, along a convict-built road. An easy track to the dam, but then it becomes more rugged. Creek crossings, and you may wish to bring a torch for the tunnel, but that is not required. Booking essential, giving your NPA, mobile and emergency contact numbers. Location: North West Sydney Map: Parramatta River 91303N Limit: 20. View

9 Apr, Tue 9:30PM			Kangaroo River Fire Trail (#150)
Fully inside Shoalhaven City Council
Grade:3/6	Length	8km	300m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Barbara B.
(Leader Changed) The Kangaroo River Fire Trail leads from Tallowa Dam Road down to Lake Yarrunga. The fire trail winds through forest with beautiful ferns, orchids and interesting rock formations to a lovely lunch place on the banks of Lake Yarrunga. Return by the same route. Hazards: Rough, steep fire trail and fallen trees. Location: Morton NP (Kangaroo Valley) Map: Burrier 8928-2N Limit: 20. View

10 Apr, Wed 8:24AM			Glenbrook To Blaxland
Grade:3/6	Length	13km	430m	Southern Sydney Branch
Loan
(Updated Details) Some tracks at Glenbrook closed due to flooding. The walk has changed as follows: Starting at Glenbrook Station, walk through Knapsack Reserve to Elizabeth Lookout, Yoogali Lookout overlooking Penrith Lakes, cross few creeks and walk along a variety of tracks, trails and roads to Blaxland Station. Steep and creek crossing. Limit: 15. View

10 Apr, Wed 9:45AM			The Ponds Walk
Grade:2/6	Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Jeff O.
Walk from Carlingford to Rydalmere through urban bushland and parks, with some street walking. We start from Eric Mobbs Memorial Park and finish at Victoria Rd, Rydalmere, from where buses go to Parramatta or Sydney CBD. Optional extension of walk to Parramatta via shared pedestrian bike path along Parramatta River, a further 3.5km. Bookings only one week before the walk please. Location: Dundas Valley Limit: 15. View

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

11 Apr, Thu 9:00AM			Woolwich to Hunters Hill
Grade:2/6	Length	10km	150m	Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
This is part 2 of the planned series of heritage walks in Sydney that I am leading during April. This one includes the famous patch of bushland protected by the matrons of Hunters Hill and their Communist mates in the BLF, led by Jack Mundey. We are fortunate to have so many sites within easy reach by public transport. And, even better, this walk is on a day when we can have lunch at the Hunters Hill Club! Location: Sydney Harbour Limit: 10. View

12 Apr, Fri 9:00AM			Paddle Minnmurra River (#K700)
Grade:4/6	Length	7km		Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Paddlers) Keith H.
We launch in the crystal clear waters opposite the river mouth, then head upstream to explore deep into two mangrove forests. "The fleet" can then decide to paddle to the river’s navigable limit or, on the return paddle, land and explore Mystics Beach - part of the National Surfing Reserve in Killalea State Park. Requirements: Participants to provide their own craft & are required to wear a correctly fitted PFD. Distance will be a minimum 7km but an optional extension making it 14km. Tidal. Deep water. Possible wake from motorboats. Location: Minnammurra River Limit: 12. View

12 Apr, Fri 6:12AM	T3 to Tootie Cascades
Grade:5/6		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Park on T3 Trail at GR 812 013 and proceed west for a few hundred metres to GR 811 012. Descend into the gully to the north and walk all the way to Tootie Cascades. Swimming opportunities. From here, return via the gully rising towards the south east towards T3 Track. Re-connect with the vehicles. Exploratory. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View

12 Apr, Fri 10:00AM			The. suburbs series: Strathfield
Grade:2/6	Length	10km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Fully Booked) Leader: Lynne Hewitt. A historic walk of Strathfield. Start from Strathfield Station. Lunch at Strathfield Park. Return home by catching a bus from Coronation Parade to either Strathfield Station, to Central or to other suburbs. Limit: 15. View

13 Apr, Sat			McLeans Pass – Mt McLean – Firebird Rocks
Grade:5/6	Length	8km	450m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) This walk will take you down to the spectaular Stargate Tunnel and Mcleans Pass and then head west into a complex area of clifflines, slots and pagodas, and including Hecates Cauldron. Perhaps the biggest thrill will be to explore the visually stunning Firebird Rocks. Although not a long walk, it will keep you busy and enthralled for many hours! Rock scrambling and off-track walking. Location: Gardens of Stone SCA Map: Ben Bullen 89314S Limit: 12. View

14 Apr, Sun 9:00AM			Pretty Beach to Depot Beach, via Murramarang Coast Track
	Length	20km		Milton Branch
Megan H.
Grade: Medium. Distance: Max 20 kms (flexible). Come and walk the beautiful Murramarang coastline. We will set off from Pretty Beach and walk as far as we wish, returning the same way. There will be optional swims along the way, and hopefully we will see some whales. Map: Durras 89261S Limit: 10. View

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