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| 3 Jan, Fri 9:30AM |
Newtown Street Art and Historic Walking tour |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
  Leader: Ros Freeman. We explore kerbside gardens, historic buildings, St Stephen's Church and cemetery; and the street art of Newtown, including ‘I have a Dream’ painted over two days, initially illegally, now heritage listed and Bob Hawke mural. Visit Warren Ball Avenue, Newtown’s best street? Easy pace to study the street art. Limit: 15.
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| 4 Jan, Sat 7:30AM |
October Creek Canyon – Du Faur Creek Canyon – Joes Canyon |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
13km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
  When the heat of summer is upon us, where do you head? To a Blue Mountains canyon to cool off and revive body and soul! On this trip we will experience not 1 but 3 canyons with Du Faur Canyon being the main course. The equally spectacular, but much shorter October Creek being the entree, and the Joes Canyon the dessert for what promises to be a superb day swimming, paddling and savouring these amazingly beautiful locations. I can promise you an amazing aquatic time! You'll need a helmet, wetsuit and I recommend a flotation device such as a surfmat, and life jacket as there are some longish swims involved. Rock scrambling/off-track walking/swimming.
Location: Blue Mountains NP
Map: Mt Wilson Limit: 12.
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| 10 Jan, Fri 9:26AM |
Summer short walk: Double Bay tree and heritage walk |
| Grade:1/6 |
Length |
4km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
    We’ll keep this a small group so that we have a chance to read the signs and take photos. Start from Wollahra Librar Double Bay and ends at Redleaf garden where you can have lunch or a swim at the pool. Limit: 10.
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| 11 Jan, Sat 8:30AM |
Minnamurra to Kiama via Bombo and the Coastal Track |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
11km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
 This is one of my favourite coastal walks as there are tons of variety along the way, including several superb beaches to swim at, the incredible Cathedral Rocks to admire, and the dramatic Bombo Quarry area with its raging sea and towering rock columns to admire. Really, the perfect Summer walk!
Location: minnamurra
Map: Kiama 9028-1S Limit: 20.
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| 18 Jan, Sat 8:00AM |
Twister and Rocky Creek Canyon |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
6km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
Twister Canyon is, without a doubt, one of the most fun canyons you can do without needing to abseil as it has multiple pools in which to jump and swim or, in places, scramble down. It isn't very long and usually takes about 3 hours and then runs into Rocky Creek Canyon. I plan to do Rocky Creek just before the big swim and reverse back up the canyon, depending on water levels. Participants must have the following, helmet, wetsuit, PFD and waterproof pack or inner bag. Rock scrambling on slippery rocks.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Rock Hill 89312N Limit: 12.
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| 24 Jan, Fri 9:30AM |
Eastwood to Macquarie Centre |
| Grade:2/6 |
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Sydney Branch |
| Esther |
| (NEW!!!) Leader: Kevin Cliffe. Nice walk on paths at first through parks near creek. Creek crossing for a bit of excitement. Good views out to parramatta, Olympic Park and beyond. Steep grassy hill, bush track, big trees, path to. plus stately houses Creek crossing
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| 24 Jan, Fri 9:30AM |
Eastwood to Macquarie Centre |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) Leader: Kevin Cliffe. Nice walk on paths at first through parks near creek.
Creek crossing for a bit of excitement. Good views out to parramatta, Olympic Park and beyond. steep grassy hill, bush track, big trees and paths, Plus stately houses Creek crossing Limit: 10.
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| 25 Jan, Sat 8:00AM |
Ironpot Mountain~Tinpot Hill~Galong Creek circuit |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
10km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
Galong Creek offers the adventurous walker multiple waterfalls to admire as well as numerous swimming holes to enjoy in an area not often visited deep in the Megalong Valley. Rock scrambling.
Location: Blue Mountains National Park
Map: Jenolan 89303N Limit: 12.
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| 26 Jan, Sun 7:30AM |
Wollangambe 2 Canyon |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
9km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
If you've ever liloed Wollangambe 1 Canyon and wondered what it's like downstream, then this is your chance to find out. Stunning cliff lines, gorgeous pools with several side trip canyons worth investigating and lots more! Participants must have the following, Helmet, flotation device such as a lilo or surfmat, PFD and waterproof pack or inner. Rock scrambling between the pools.
Location: Blue Mountains National Park
Map: Wollangambe 89312S Limit: 12.
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| 31 Jan, Fri 9:00AM |
Paddle Burnum Burnum Boat ramp to The Needles. (#K202) |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
13km |
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Southern Highlands Branch |
| (SH Paddlers) Mike M |
  From the Burnum Burnum Boat Ramp we'll head upstream to the head of waters of Woronora River for lunch and a short bushwalk to see the old Cobb & Co road to the Illawarra.
- Kayak hire available from Woronora Boatshed Ph 9545 2584.
Participants to provide their own craft & are required to wear a correctly fitted PFD.
Notes:
- Friendly tides.
- School holidays.
- New departure location. Tidal. Deep water. Possible wake from motorboats.
Location: Woronora River Limit: 12.
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| 1 Feb, Sat 8:00AM |
Catherine Hill Bay to Red Ochre Beach |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
This is one of my favourite coastal walks as it takes you past numerous beaches where a swim is definitely possible and also many interesting formations such as Ghosties Beach sea caves and the historical coal loader at CHB. For a relaxing cruise along the littoral line, it's hard to beat.
Location: Munmorah SCA
Map: Catherine Hill Bay 92314S Limit: 20.
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| 7 Feb, Fri 9:00AM |
Strathfield historic walk part 2 |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader : Lynne Hewitt.
Limit: 15.
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| 8 Feb, Sat 8:00AM |
Birrabang Canyon |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
7km |
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Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
One of my favourite fun and easy canyons to do is definitely Birrabang! There are no abseils and only a couple of very short swims under 15 metres, some of which you can avoid by climbing around. It has a few lovely cascades and as a bonus has some truly spectacular pagodas as you walk out via the exit track. Participants should bring a helmet and a wetsuit, as although there aren't many swims, the water you wade through is cold. Rock scrambling and short swims.
Location: Blue Mountains National Park
Map: Mt Wilson Limit: 20.
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| 14 Feb, Fri 10:36AM |
The Entrance Coast to Lake Walk |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
8km |
75m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Brad S. |
 (NEW!!!) RSVP only accepted from 1 week prior to 7 pm the day before event. The Entrance Coast to Lake Scenic Walk is a 'string of pearls' walk, connecting pedestrians to attractions, landmarks and facilities around The Entrance, covering over 7.6km of Central Coast's beautiful area. Start with a scenic train ride to Central Coast. We walk from Long Jetty to The Entrance via Toowoon Bay. After a lunch stop at The Entrance, we return to Long Jetty via the Tuggerah Lake foreshore. The walk can be shortened, if needed, by catching a return bus from The Entrance to Tuggerah or Gosford. Swimming opportunities. Steps, stairs, short sections of wet, slippery rocks.
Location: Central Coast
Map: Central Coast street map Limit: 15.
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| 22 Feb, Sat 8:00AM |
Dumbano Tunnels and Suboir Canyon |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
6km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
On the vastness of the Newnes Plateau is a vast array of canyons and this is one of the easiest ones to access! There is no swimming, and in fact, you can do this walk into and through the Dumbano Tunnels and the Suboir Canyon without getting water over your ankles. What you'll encounter is a world of spectacular and quite often dark tunnels or dungeons as they have been called before, with very close canyon walls, stunning overhangs and relatively little thick bushbashing. This is seriously a grade 1 canyon in difficulty, but grade 5 in beauty! Rock scrambling and off-track.
Location: Wollemi NP
Map: Wollangambe 89312S Limit: 12.
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| 27 Feb, Thu 9:00AM |
Paddle & Camp Tallowa Dam to Shoalhaven Gorge (#K163) |
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Length |
29km |
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Southern Highlands Branch |
| (SH Paddlers) Jerry |
 This is an optional 1 (14km) or 3 (29km) day paddle.
Day 1: We will head up the Shoalhaven River 7km for lunch. The one day paddlers will then make their way back while the campers will set up camp.
Day 2: Make our way up to Fossickers Flat for lunch then return to camp.
Day 3: Break camp and make our way back to Tallowah Dam.
- Participants to provide their own craft & are required to wear a correctly fitted PFD.
- If camping then organise own tent, cooking etc.
Note: "!! New Event 🙂 Deep water. Few exit points. Exposed in high winds.
Location: Lake Yarrunga - Shoalhaven River Limit: 16.
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| 28 Feb, Fri 10:50AM |
Umina Beach to Woy Woy |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
11km |
20m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Brad S. |
RSVP are only accepted from 1 week prior to 7 pm the day before the event. Enjoy a bit of Italy: Walk from Umina Beach to Woy Woy via Ettalong, where we have lunch at a unique Mediterranean-inspired village. Take a scenic train ride to Woy Woy and then a bus to the start of the walk at Umina Beach. Walking mostly beside beaches and Brisbane Water; mainly on footpaths and cycle paths. Occasional uneven ground.Sun exposure.
Location: Brisbane Water Limit: 15.
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| 6 Mar, Thu 9:00AM |
Paddle Paddle Audley to Winifred Falls (#K624) |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
23km |
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Southern Highlands Branch |
| (SH Paddlers) Mike M |
For the full (23km) trip we will launch from Audley. For those wanting a shorter (17km) paddle will launch from Swallow Rock Reserve, Grays Point. We will make our way down Hacking River and up SW Arms Ck into the RNP & stopping at Winnifred Falls for lunch then return.
Participants to provide their own craft & are required to wear a correctly fitted PFD. Tidal. Deep water. Possible wake from motorboats.
Location: Hacking River & South West Arm Creek. Limit: 16.
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| 7 Mar, Fri 9:30AM |
Lynne’s birthday walk: Female Street art walk: Redfern to Newtown |
| Grade:1/6 |
Length |
6km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader : Lynne Hewitt, Street art walk through Newtown and Darlington as you discover street art by some of Sydney's best female street artists, as well as works that celebrate important women.
This walk takes around 2 hours and starts at Redfern train station, covering approximately 4.5 km. You'll finish close to Newtown train station.
You'll discover street art by the following female artists: Rose Strachen, Sharon Billinge, Shannon Crees, George Rose, Karen Farmer, Georgia Norton Rose, Rebecca Lourey, Sophi Odling, Lotte Alexis, Mariko Konno & Styna. You'll also see pieces celebrating significant women by Fintan Magee, Ox King, Oli Ruskidd, Phibs and Brad Robson. Limit: 15.
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| 12-22 Mar, Wed (13:47PM)-Sat (00:00AM) |
Overland Track plus side trips |
| Grade:5/6 |
Length |
125km |
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Southern Sydney Branch |
| Bob C. |
 (Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Overland track walk. Starting at Cradle Mountain and walking through to Cynthia Bay. Planning to do as many side trips as possible dependent upon weather. Side trips include Cradle Mountain, Barn Bluff, Mount Oakleigh, Mount Ossa, Hartnett Falls, an additional 2 nights in Pine Valley, Mount Acropolis, and Labyrinth.
Will need to pay for airfares, bus to and from track, one night accommodation at Launceston, one night accommodation at Cynthia Bay and one or two nights accommodation at Hobart. Need to pay for Overland Track Pass and Tasmania walking pass.
Will need to be reasonably fit as we will be walking at a good pace to fit in the side trips. Previous pack hiking experience required. Even though there are huts all the way, still required to carry a tent, quality sleeping bag, sleeping mat, cooking gear, and food for 8 days. Steep ascent with full pack day one. The weather. Rocky, scrambling. Some exposure. Long distance.
Location: Tasmania
Map: Cradle Mountain~Lake StClair national park Map Published by Tasmap and highly recommended. Limit: 12.
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| 22-31 Mar, Sat-Mon |
Lord Howe Island |
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Branch |
| 35308 |
Staying at Ocean View Apartments
Activities include bushwalking, swimming, snorkelling
Co-leader Joe Pike. For more information contact Jill Hawkes
Location: Lord Howe Island
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| 3 Apr, Thu 9:00AM |
Paddle Minnmurra River (#K700) |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
16km |
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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. We will then paddle further upstream to some very civilised table and chairs near Nungarry Rest Area for lunch before heading back.
Participants to provide their own craft & are required to wear a correctly fitted PFD. Tidal. Deep water. Possible wake from motorboats. Limit: 16.
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| 4 Apr, Fri 9:47AM |
The Alphabet series :”E” East Lindfield circuit |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
7km |
170m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader: Heather Lakiss. This pleasant walk starts from Lindfield Park and heads through the bushland to the Two Creeks Track, which it follows through the national park to, and along, Middle Harbour Creek. The walk returns to Lindfield Park via the picturesque Little Digger Track, and through a few shortcut alley ways in East Lindfield. Steep, rugged and slippery sections. Limit: 15.
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| 5 Apr, Sat 8:00AM |
The Grand Clifftop Walk |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
19km |
800m |
Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
This walk is one of the star attractions in the Blue Mountains now, and this time, I plan to do the entire route as I had to stop halfway last time due to the rain. Expect dozens of waterfalls, jaw-dropping viewpoints and newly upgraded track and bridges along the way. Lots of steps.
Location: Blue Mountains National Park
Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 20.
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| 11 Apr, Fri 8:30AM |
The suburbs series : Glenbrook (Redhand Cave) |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
150m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Ian B. |
| Please use email or text message for bookings. Where possible, this will be a loop walk. We will meet at the entrance to the Glenbrook Railway Station and then walk to the entrance of the national park. Possible rough and slippery sections of track.
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| 1 May, Thu 9:00AM |
Paddle Beehive Point to Yarrunga Creek (#K166) |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
16km |
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Southern Highlands Branch |
| (SH Paddlers) Keith H. |
From the camp ground at Beehive Point we will head up Yarrunga Creek for 4 kms to the head of waters. On the way we will view the magnificient stone walls of the original road from Kangaroo Valley to Mossvale. See the old road disappear into the waters of Lake Yarrunga and reappear further upstream. On return to Beehive point we can optionally poke around the numerous inlets for some bonus paddles.
Participants to provide their own craft & are required to wear a correctly fitted PFD. Deep water. Few exit points. Exposed in high winds. Approx 100 m of portage down a road to launch area.
Location: Lake Yarrunga - Kangaroo Valley Limit: 16.
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| 13-21 May, Tue (14:00PM)-Wed (08:00AM) |
Kosciuszko Pack Walk |
| Grade:4/6 |
Length |
60km |
1,600m |
Sydney Branch |
| Richard T. |
The Pretty Plain area is a lovely part of Kosciuszko National Park. Great scenery, lovely bushland, and two of the best of the huts to camp nearby. Even better, we spend multiple days near each hut (two nights at Pretty Plain and three nights at Wheelers).
Access is via Dargals and Hell Hole Trails to Pretty Plain. We return along Pretty Plain and take the shortcut across to Wheelers Hut. Return is again via Dargals Trail.
At the start and end of walk we stay at a Ski Lodge at Jindabyne with the usual BBQs on the deck overlooking the lake. A lovely walk with lots of relaxing time.
Location: Kosciuszko NP Limit: 12.
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| 17-25 May, Sat-Sun |
Morocco |
| Grade:2/6 |
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Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
| I’m organising a trip to Morocco next year, and if any NPA members would like to join my wife and I, that would be wonderful. The trip is with Timeless Tours and at the moment is being discounted by 37%. The trip costs $1900
Highlights:
- Explore Marrakech's vibrant souks and palaces
- Visit the UNESCO site Ait Ben Haddou Kasbah
- Experience camel trekking in the Sahara Desert
- Discover the blue city of Chefchaouen
- Tour the ancient Roman ruins of Volubilis
Itinerary:
Start and end in Marrakesh! With the In-depth Cultural tour Timeless Morocco, you have a 9 days tour package taking you through Marrakesh, Morocco and 11 other destinations in Morocco. Timeless Morocco includes accommodation in a hotel, as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.
If interested please let me know asap. Limit: 16.
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| 20 Jun, Fri 9:25AM |
Eastwood to Denistone via Shrimpton creek |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader: Kevin Cliffe. Nice walk on paths at first through parks near creek.
Creek crossing for a bit of excitement. Good views out to parramatta, Olympic Park and beyond. Then steep grassy hill, bush track, big trees and path to Denistone. Plus stately houses Limit: 15.
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| 21 Jun, Sat 9:07AM |
Five lands walk |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader: Derek Hampton. RSVP direct to Derek derek.hamptonesl@gmail.com McMasters Beach to Terrigal as part of 5 Lands, a walk run by the local community. It's more than just a walk: it has art exhibitions, live music, outdoor sculptures, kite flying and many other activities. Limit: 10.
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| 8 Aug, Fri 9:31AM |
Calicoma walk |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Ian B. |
| Booking opens two weeks prior to event. A delightful loop track through interesting bushland.
Expect to see sun orchids, lady’s fingers orchids, native iris, pea flowers, tree ferns, sandstone formations, caves,Angophora, wattles, tall gum trees , and, of course, Calicoma.
if you are lucky, you may see brown pigeons and lyre birds.
Enjoy lunch at Cherrybrook Lakes. Crossing creeks, rough parts Limit: 15.
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| 15 Aug, Fri 9:30AM |
Parramatta Historic Walk |
| Grade:2/6 |
Length |
11km |
50m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| Leader: Lynne Hewitt Historic walk of parramatta Meet at the The West Concourse of Parramatta station near the toilet and we will walk through Parramatta to Parramatta Park for lunch, stopping to look at many of the heritage buildings including St John’s Anglican cathedral, Female Factory Philip Ruddock Heritage Centre, Cemetery, Powerhouse, Brislington house. Lot to see and learn. Limit: 15.
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| 29 Aug, Fri 8:54AM |
Spring wonder walk: Wondabyne to Pindar Cave |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
13km |
400m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) Leader: Philip Wright Be mesmerized by the spring flowers. The walk climbs up a steep hill from the station to Pindar Track. Easy pace to admire spring wildflowers. Should see splendid display of Rock orchids. Plenty of other blossoms. Steep and slippery sections. Overgrown bush. Long trousers recommended. Limit: 10.
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| 7 Sep, Sun 9:45AM |
Spring wonder walk 2: Patonga to Pearl Beach |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
300m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) Leader: Kevin Cliffe Patonga to Pearl Beach. Easy pace. On this walk, we will see Waratahs, Grevillea Speciosa, Boronias, Dillwynia, Banksia, Wattles, Pea Flower, Epacris, Rice Flower, Christmas Bells, Hardenbergia and more. Bonuses are beautiful old trees, Grass trees, magnificent sandstones, waterviews to the Barrenjoey and Lion Island, visiting Pearl Beach and Patonga beach. It is a long day. Not suitable for someone who needs to get back by a certain time. Hazards: Some steep and slippery sections. Limit: 10.
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| 19 Sep, Fri 9:51AM |
Spring wonder walk 3: The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan |
| Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
250m |
Sydney Branch |
| (SWAG) Esther |
| (NEW!!!) Leader: Philip Wright. Philip has an insider's knowledge of the The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan. The garden showcases Australian flora amongst 416 hectares of rolling hills, lakes, lawns and gardens. In the late 18th century, the discovery of a new continent filled with exotic plants unknown to the rest of the world created waves of excitement in the field of botany. The Australian Botanic Garden displays approximately 2000 of these plants via themed gardens across the site as well as the Connections Garden, a four-hectare intensely cultivated space right in the heart of the Garden. Other features of the Garden include a restaurant, visitor center with gift shop, free gas barbecues and acres of Cumberland Plain Woodland to explore. Come Spring, the paper daisies become an attraction for visitors. Various species of Waratahs will be flowering too. After seeing the floral display, we will walk to the Sundial, Mount Annan Peak, the Blue Tree before leaving the Garden to visit Lake Yandel'ora before catching the bus home. Expect a long day. Not suitable for walkers who need to get back by a certain time. Limit: 10.
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| 25 Oct - 5 Nov, Sat-Wed |
Peru: Amazon to the Andes. |
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Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
This 12 day guided trip is hosted by G adventures and includes options to do the Inca Trail to Machu Pichu or go via the Lares Trail or the easier way, via the train. Included are 3 days at an Amazon lodge and other highlights including a visit to Rainbow mountain, Ollantaytambo and other scenic locations. For the full tour details please contact me if you're interested in what will be an exciting tour visiting some of Peru's most iconic locations.
Location: peru Limit: 16.
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| 7-20 Nov, Fri (09:00AM)-Thu (09:00AM) |
Ecuador |
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Sydney Branch |
| Mark G. |
| (Nearly fully booked) My wife and I are joining an Exodus Travels trip to Ecuador in November 2025 for 14 days, which will combine wildlife watching and walking, including visiting ancient ruins and some local culture thrown in. Strictly limited spaces, so if interested, please contact me asap.
There is 1 place left on this trip.
Before the Ecuador trip we'll be going on 2 short trips in Peru, one to Machu Picchu and another to a research station in the middle of the Amazon. Both of these are relatively cheap trips.
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