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1 May, Thu 9:00AM				Paddle Paddle Audley to Winifred Falls (#K624)
Grade:4/6		Length	23km		Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Paddlers) Mike M
(Cancelled) 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. View

2 May, Fri 9:30AM				East Sydney: Kings Cross station to Paddington Reservoir Gardens
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	138m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
LEADER: Heather Lakiss. RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com. Urban walk to take in heaps of history: crime, gangs, brothels, governors, colonial elite homes and more. Initial steep staircase, down and up then level walk. Location: Kings Cross station Limit: 15. View

2 May, Fri 5:24AM				Lower Gospers Creek
Grade:5/6		Length	6km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Park one car at GR 862 975 and another one at GR 875 976 on Mountain Lagoon Trail. From the first car, descend towards the cliffs above Gospers Creek at about GR 859 979 and explore the cliff lines to the north east, revisiting the Onion Skins Cave. The exit point will depend on the interest and available time. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure. Mainly exploratory. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S Limit: 12. View

3 May, Sat 8:00AM				Clifflines, pagodas, slots and passes North of Blackfellows Cave
Grade:4/6		Length	7km	200m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
To the North of Blackfellows Cave is a small plateau which I've always wanted to explore. It is dissected by a couple of small creeks including Holy Grail ravine and populated by spectacular pagodas and of course wonderful views from the stunning clifflines which includes Last Crusade point. I had this trip planned last year but heavy rain made me cancel it so I'm keen to explore it in better weather hopefully! rock scrambling and offtrack Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View

3 May, Sat 8:00AM				Cowan to Taffys Rock and LO plus Fishermans Beach
Grade:4/6		Length	18km	890m	Southern Sydney Branch
Paul L.
Route: Cowan station – GNW – Jerusalem Bay – Taffys Rock and Lookout – Fishermans Beach - return. A mixture of maintained track, rough track and off track with plenty of up and down in between. This walk has creeks, bush, rocks, water views and a beach. Length of 18 Km with 890 m of ascent and descent a good workout. Rough track and off track walking. Location: Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park Map: Cowan 91304N Limit: 12. View

4 May, Sun 8:30AM				Ben’s walk and Bomaderry Creek
Grade:2/6		Length	5km		Milton Branch
Shauna G.
Starting at Nowra showgrounds, this is a picturesque loop walk along the Nowra creek with great views and interesting rocks. Possibility of wet feet crossing the weir depending on how much rain we have had. We will then travel a short distance to do the Bomaderry Creek loop walk. Contact leader essential for time and details.....subject to change. Location: Nowra View

5 May, Mon 9:22AM				Leura Points
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	400m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Mostly walking along roads to get to Inspiration Point and Sublime Point. Some out and back tracks at Inspiration Point to Moya Point Lookout and Gladstone Lookout. Cross Lillians Bridge and walk the Nature Trail to Wentworth Falls. Some lookouts unfenced. An optional track does go close to the edge. Location: Leura Map: Katoomba Limit: 20. View

5 May, Mon 9:30AM				Parks of the Eastern Suburbs
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	200m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
Some parks in the Eastern Suburbs offer views from the top of a hill, some hide remnants of rainforest in their steep gullies; others provide sports fields or simply offer a park bench for respite from a busy suburb. This somewhat hilly walk passes through a variety of green spaces in a circuit from Bondi Junction. steep steps, muddy tracks if wet, busy road crossings. Location: Eastern Suburbs Map: Bondi 91302S Limit: 14. View

6 May, Tue 9:30AM				Belangalo Infinity LO Loop (#820)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:4/6		Length	12km	280m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Keith W
(Date Changed) A fairly flat walk that uses combination of fire trail, track and off track to take you through lovely forest and to some spectacular gorge views. Off track navigation. Unfenced cliffs.  Location: Belangalo SF Limit: 20. View

7-9 May, Wed (07:20AM)-Fri (08:00AM)				Between Lost Chord Crater and Lee Castle
Grade:6/6		Length	30km		Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Park at Benjang Gap, walk up Lee Creek till Lost Chord Gully, GR 327 904, about 5 km, and establish a base camp. A series of (3) one-day walks to explore ridges, ravines and pagodas in this part of Bylong Labyrinth. The plan for each walk is to be advised, and our progress will depend on the terrain. Exploratory. Scrambling and exposure. About 10 km every day. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Talooby 89324N Limit: 8. View

7 May, Wed 9:20AM				Spit to Manly
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	100m	Sydney Branch
Hildegard S.
Walk from Spit Bridge to Manly Wharf via Manly Scenic Walkway Track. Lovely harbour views. Bookings only from one week prior to date of walk please. Steep sections, many steps, bush tracks with rough and uneven surfaces. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Limit: 15. View

7 May, Wed 9:00AM				Ulladulla Headland and rockshelf
Grade:3/6		Length	5km		Milton Branch
Paul B.
Walk east on the track around the headland to the lighthouse and continue along the cliff-top track until we reach the steps down to the rock shelf. Return to car park via the rock shelf and stairs. Wear shoes that you are willing to get wet. Coffee in Ulladulla. Contact leader essential for time and details.....subject to change. Location: Ulladulla View

8 May, Thu 10:01AM				Barrenjoey to Gerringong 2
Grade:3/6		Length	22km	180m	Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
Walking from Gerringong to Minnamurra is the last  leg of our wonderful & epic journey. It is one of the prettiest & most spectacular walks along the shoreline. We will walk pass many headlands, beaches, cliffs, rainforest remnants & grazing fields. Along the way there is the Kiama lighthouse, 2 blowholes, Cathedral Rocks & the basalt graveyard  & moonscape of Bombo Headland. There is a possibility of sightings of whales migrating, dolphins popping in & out & large eels in a creek. An interesting day.   Slippery rock surfaces Location: South Coast Limit: 20. View

8 May, Thu 12:31PM				Waterfront walk and bell tower
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	250m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
The day starts at Grosvenor Place, 225 George Street Sydney. An iconic masterpiece by Harry Seidler. We meet at the piazza where you can have lunch, eg coffee shop, Yum Cha Project. Then we walk to Sydney Observatory, Barangaroo and along the water front to St Mary's Cathedral. We can have afternoon tea under the Harbour Bridge Pylon, then walk to IGA where you can buy something for a picnic around the Cathedral. We’ll gather around the Eastern Door of the cathedral at 6pm.We will climb the stairs at the conclusion of mass. The mass starts at 5:30. You are welcome to attend the mass. We'll see the bells being rung by the St Mary's bellringers from 6.15pm and we can see the bells hanging in the belfry afterwards at 7.15pm. Finishing time will be approximately 7.30pm  Fitness is required for this walk.  There are 111 spiral stairs to the ringing room and a few flights of stairs to the belfry. Many steps. This is a rare opportunity that only a few members can join. Only RSVP if you can commit 100%. Limit: 6. View

9 May, Fri 8:49AM				Balmain East Wharf return via Birchgrove
Grade:2/6		Length	9km	105m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Leader: Heather Lakiss 0402 080 045 heatherlakiss@gmail.com   RSVP by email, include member no., mobile and emergency name and mobile.  Use text on walk day. Balmain East Wharf return via Birchgrove. A delightful suburban walk with a variety of scenery.  We will walk through Balmain's backstreets, past gentrified terraced homes, local wharves, harbourside parks and mansions of Birchgrove. Limit: 10. View

9 May, Fri 9:30AM				Wild Fish Search
Grade:3/6		Length	4km	15m	Southern Highlands Branch
Leanne W
(Nearly fully booked) We will explore Water NSW designated Fitzroy Falls Fishing Area and search for the fish that got away. BYO: morning tea & lunch. Uneven surfaces that can be slippery, falling branches, snakes Location: Water NSW Fitzroy Falls Fishing Area Limit: 15. View

10 May, Sat 8:00AM				Lions Head track~Kedumba campground~The Goat track
Grade:4/6		Length	12km	850m	Sydney Branch
Mark G.
This walk has a lot of variety and of course wonderful views, interesting rocks to climb and a lot more, and incorporates two tracks not often used, The Lions Head and the Goats track at Wentworth Falls. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 20. View

12 May, Mon 9:03AM				Bulls Creek
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	350m	Sydney Branch
Allan P.
Walk to Bulls Camp and down to Bulls Creek. See the wall of an old railway dam that is now mostly silted up. Make our way to the site where water was pumped up to Linden. Visit Paradise Pool. On the way back to Woodford we will visit the remains of an old house. Rough, vague tracks. Overgrown sections. Rusting pieces of iron amongst undergrowth at historic sites. Location: Woodford Limit: 20. View

12 May, Mon 10:00AM				Cronulla Peninsula
Grade:2/6		Length	8km	120m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
The route taken from Cronulla station to the east coast passes some of the colourful murals of Cronulla. The walk then turns south along the Esplanade, with ocean views changing from Cape Bailey in the north to Jibbon Head in the south. As the path turns past Bass and Flinders Point the shores of Bundeena to Maianbar and further into Port Hacking come into  view. A combination of roads, parks and beaches leads north from Hungry Point along Gunnamatta Bay, and back to Cronulla station. laneways, steps, cliff edges, beaches Location: cronulla Map: Cronulla Limit: 14. View

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. View

13 May, Tue 8:30AM				McPhails Fire Trail (#130)
Passes through 2 LGA's. Wingecarribee Shire Council Shoalhaven City Council
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	200m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) 10731
McPhails Fire Trail is a downhill walk from the highlands into Kangaroo Valley.  The Pipeline Lookout is an excellent morning tea stop before descending through rainforest and around Mt Carrialoo into the valley. Rough track, unfenced cliff edges, very steep descent. (200 ascent 400 descent) Location: Morton NP (Kangaroo Valley) Map: Bundanoon 8928-I-S Limit: 20. View

14 May, Wed 8:30AM				Glenbrook circuit via lookouts and Lennox Bridge
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	360m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(NEW!!!) Starting from Glenbrook station, a street walk to Bluff Reserve and through Williams, Ross and other lookouts, then along the old funicular rail track and Railway reserve to Lapstone Zig Zag and Lucasville Station. Down to Knapsack Viaduct via Sidings Lookout on to Elizabeth and Marge Lookouts and on to Lennox Bridge and back to Glenbrook Station. Nice lookout with sweeping views across the railway track and Glenbrook Creek to Mt Portal and from Liz/Marg lookouts down to Penrith Lakes and the new airport. We will walk past ruins of old funicular railway and explore area around historic Lennox Bridge. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossing. Location: Glenbrook Limit: 15. View

14 May, Wed 9:06AM				Helensburgh walk and lunch at Tradies
Grade:3/6		Length	12km		Sydney Branch
(SH Explorer Walks) Jenny R.
Walk into Garawarra State Conservation Area. From the station we explore the western side of Helensburgh township to Cawleys Trail and return to station. (approx 6kms and drop out point if you don’t want to come to the Tradies.) We will be surrounded by beautiful bushland. Then we follow the Ridge Trail (recently graded) to Fletchers Trail and on to the Helensburgh Tradies for lunch, where there is a selection of Seniors’ lunch specials.  We will walk back to the station (or bus).  Please let me know if you are coming for lunch. It’s an easy walk with a bit of rough tack, a few steps and up hills.  Leader will meet you at Helensburgh Station. Bookings only from one week of date of walk please by email or text. Limit: 12. View

14 May, Wed 9:00AM				Narrawallee bush and beach
Grade:2/6		Length	6km		Milton Branch
35380
Walk through the bush from the Telstra tower to Narrawallee Inlet (all downhill!). Continue to the south end of Narrawallee Beach. Optional short walk to the headland for the non-beach walkers is just one of the possible alternatives.  Coffee at Narrawallee. Contact leader essential for time and details.....subject to change. Location: Narrawallee View

14 May, Wed 11:30AM				Walkers get-together
					Sydney Branch
Mal
Want to stay in touch with walking friends without walking? Come and join us for a pleasant chat and lunch at O'Donohues Irish Pub, Emu Plains. No need to contact. None Location: Emu Plains View

15 May, Thu 9:01AM				Barrenjoey to Gerringong 2
Grade:3/6		Length	20km	230m	Sydney Branch
Geoffrey.L
(NEW!!!) We will walk from Wollongong Station to Windang, or if time permits, possibly to Shellharbour or Minnamurra. We will walk along cycle paths, beaches, headlands, low scrubs, shorelines & mouth of Lake Illawarra. Hopefully we can spot whales & dolphins along the way. Slippery surfaces Location: South Coast Map: great south coat walk Limit: 20. View

15 May, Thu 8:30AM				Three Peaks (#080)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:4/6		Length	20km	600m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Explorer Walks) Sue M.
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Tour de Bowral 3 Peaks circuit. We will enjoy the Autumn colours in the villages of Bowral, Mittagong & Welby and the views from the summits of Mt Gibraltar, Mt Alexandra & Mt Gibbergunyah (90 Acre Hill). Rough track, unfenced edges, slippery rocks, creek/river crossings, bites, stings, wet feet, environmental conditions. Location: Bowral & Mittagong Map: Mittagong 8929-2S Limit: 12. View

16 May, Fri 9:00AM				Barangaroo to NSW Art Gallery & Archibald Exhibit.
				50m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ken
(NEW!!!)  Thursday 14 August 2025  Ken Woodward. We meet outside Barangaroo Metro at 9am. Our route is around the Barangaroo headland to Circular Quay and by the Opera House to the Botanic Gardens. Morning tea stop: bring or buy. We then continue to the Art Gallery and either view the Archibald , Wynne , Sulman and Young Archies OR view other art displays in the Gallery. A seniors discount is offered for entry to special exhibitions such as the Archibald. Lunch options: Art Gallery cafe or bring your own and eat in the forecourt of the Gallery Extension. Stay as long as you like in the Gallery before heading home.  Suggested route: across the Domain to Martin Place and Metro or alternatives. Distance: 7 Km approx. Grade: 2 Limit: 10. View

16 May, Fri 10:48AM				Grand Cliff Top Walk Part 1: Katoomba to Leura
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	450m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Sophie A.
No need to RSVP. Walk part 1 of this beautiful and well known Grand Cliff Top walk. Steep and slippery sections View

17 May, Sat 8:00AM				Dome Cave – Carne Creek – Cosmic Cave
Fully inside Lithgow City Council
Grade:4/6		Length	6km	350m	Sydney Branch
Adrian B
(Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Off track walk though side tributory of Carne Creek commencing from Sunnyside Ridge following the creek down past a pleasant waterfall, Dome Cave, Split Rock, Carne Creek, Cosmic Cave and then return via ridgelines to the North. I am expecting the undergrowth to be very thick following regrowth from fires. We will be going at a steady pace throughout the day with enough time to take photos and take in the scenery of the upper reaches of Carne Creek. Uneven ground, large boulders, thick scrub Location: Newnes State Forest Map: Cullen Bullen 89313N Limit: 12. View

17-25 May, Sat-Sun				Morocco
Grade:2/6					Sydney Branch
Mark G.
I’m organising a trip to Morocco this 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. Before this trip starts there are options being organised by myself and others to do other tours including trekking in the Atlas Mountains and more! There are still 2 spots left on this trip as of 17.02. If interested please let me know asap. Limit: 16. View

18 May, Sun 10:30AM				Aragunnu – Hidden Valley
Grade:4/6		Length	5km	100m	Far South Coast Branch
Sonja J
Walk the northern section of Mimosa Rocks National Park, starting at Aragunnu. Visit the site of possibly the world's first "Alone" type television program made there about 50 years ago by the ABC. Track ends at a secluded beach. Walk may be extended to view fossils along the water's edge. Narrow, unmaintained track, steep in parts. Some clambering over fallen trunks and limbs. Walking poles recommended. Location: Mimosa Rocks National Park Limit: 12. View

18 May, Sun 7:16AM				Two Ravines North of Fort Ridge
Grade:5/6					Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
Find out why this part of the Gardens of Stone must be better protected for the future generations. Park at around GR 224 317 on Glen Davis Road. Ascend to the top of Fort Ridge, then follow it north and descend into a ravine at GR 219 330. Explore the ravine upstream and climb out to Torbane Balcony at around GR 221 332. Walk to a promontory point at GR 219 331, then return to the balcony and continue south to about GR 222 330. Find a way down under the cliffs and explore the ravine to the south, finishing on Fort Ridge. On the way back, visit The Fort, if time permits. About 6 km. Scrambling and exposure. Partly exploratory. Location: Mugii Murum-ban SCA Map: Glen Alice 89314N and Ben Bullen 89314S Limit: 12. View

19 May, Mon 10:00AM				Duck River with Autumn Leaves
Grade:2/6		Length	10km	50m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
(NEW!!!) This walk follows meandering trails and bicycle paths downstream along the Duck River from Regents Park to Clyde, with a small diversion to the Auburn Botanic Gardens where we might see some early autumn leaves. Hazards:bicycles Map: Auburn 90311S Limit: 14. View

19 May, Mon 8:30AM				Glenbrook to Emu plains
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	200m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
Meet on Glenbrook station. Roads and tracks to Glenbrook lagoon. Walk around the Lagoon. Up to Mt Sion park. Roads and tracks to Lennox Bridge. Track to Marge's lookout, then to Elizabeth lookout. Steep down to Knapsack viaduct. Tracks under M4 to Leonay Oval. Tracks and road to the Nepean River. River Road to Emu Plains station. Rough, steep tracks, some roads without paths. Location: Glenbrook Map: Penrith 90303N Limit: 15. View

20 May, Tue 9:30AM				Lake Alexandra to White Cat Mtn (#062)
Fully inside Wingecarribee Shire Council
Grade:4/6		Length	8km	340m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Sue M.
From Lake Alexandra we head down to the junction of Gibbergunyah Ck and Nattai River. After crossing the Nattai R we pick our way up a single track to Beasleys LO at the top of White Cat Mtn for lunch. Return via the same route. Rough track, slippery rocks, river crossing, steep descent. Location: Mt Alexandra NR (Mittagong) Limit: 20. View

21 May, Wed 9:10AM				Coalcliff to Austinmer
Grade:3/6		Length	17km	600m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
Starting at Coalcliff station, walk up the recently restored Wodi Wodi Track passing the beautiful Mt Mitchell lookout with a view of the railway viaduct and the ocean to Forest Path and then along the escapement passing several lookouts over the ocean and then along Woodward Track to Sublime Point. Thereafter, descent down several solid steel ladders to Austinmer station. Steep and slippery sections. Some eroded tracks. Creek crossings Location: Royal National Park Limit: 15. View

21 May, Wed 9:45AM				Top Ryde to Fullers Bridge
Grade:2/6		Length	11km		Sydney Branch
Denise S.
Walk from Ryde Park via Canon Bicentennial Track, Field of Mars Reserve, Buffalo Creek Reserve then along Great North Walk to Lane Cove NP via Magdala Park and Fairyland. Lovely bush, mangroves and river views. Bookings only from one week prior to date of walk please. Location: Ryde Limit: 15. View

22 May, Thu 9:00AM				Maloney’s Beach to Quirriga Beach and beyond
Grade:3/6		Length	5km		Milton Branch
Paul B.
Walk from Maloney’s Beach on the northern side of Batemans Bay along the newly upgraded South coast track in Murramarang NP, through to Quirriga Beach and beyond. Enjoy stunning forests and ocean views. Beautiful, secluded beaches also beckon if you are feeling brave. BBQ at the beach following the walk, if we wish. Bring morning tea and tea/coffee for a welcome refreshment. Contact leader essential for time and details.....subject to change. Location: Murramarang NP Limit: 20. View

23 May, Fri 9:18AM				Old Cremorne to Art Galleries
Grade:3/6		Length	10km	300m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Updated Details) Leader: KEVIN CLIFFE Walk from Old Cremorne to Mosman's Art Galleries. Points of interest: Robertsons Point Lighthouse; Clan Stone; Cremorne Reserve; The Lex and Ruby Graham Gardens; Cremorne Point Garden; Mosman Bay; Curraghbeena Park; Sirius Cove Beach; Queenwood School; Mosman Church of England School; Mosman Art Gallery; Soho Galleries Limit: 10. View

24 May, Sat 8:00AM				Mount York Abseil Training Day
				300m	Sydney Branch
Adrian B
(NEW!!!) (Fully Booked - Ask leader about waiting list) Ropes practise day at Mount York. This day is aimed for those who have abseiled before and have their own equipment. It will be compulsory to have a harness, helmet, safety tether, descending device for single rope. We will be practising abseiling on small pitches, gradually moving up in difficulty to an overhang. There will be breaks where we will also practise knots that are commonly used when canyoning. There will be a chance to use prussiks to climb back up a pitch and to also use mechanical ascenders. A fee of $5.00 each will be collected to cover wear and tear on ropes supplied by members. There will a number of safety briefings spread throughout the day and we will have a chance to practise tying off part way through an abseil and then untying and recommencing the abseil. We will practise double fishermans, tape knot, stone knot and munter hitch. Short lengths of knot practise rope and tape will be provided. Abseiling is a dangerous activity that could result in death or serious injury. All attendees must sign NPA's Risk Waiver Form prior to commencing the activity. All abseils are adjacent a cliff, and any member within two body lengths of the cliff edge must be attached to a safety tether. Location: Blue Mountains National Park Map: Hartley 89304N Limit: 12. View

25 May, Sun 8:00AM				Paddle St Georges Basin and Cow Creek
		Length	17km		Milton Branch
Helen M.
Launch from St Georges Basin and explore Cow Creek. Then, wind and weather permitting, explore the coves and creeks of the isolated south-western side of the lake. PFDs essential. Grade: medium. Distance: 12-17km. Bring morning tea and lunch. Spray skirt optional but a good idea for St Georges Basin. Joint activity with Illawarra Ramblers. Contact leader essential for time and details.....subject to change. View

26 May, Mon 8:40AM				Glenbrook to Emu plains or Penrith stations
Grade:3/6		Length	14km	200m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
(NEW!!!) Meet at Glenbrook station. Roads and tracks to Glenbrook Lagoon. Walk around the lagoon. Up to Mt Sion park. Roads and tracks to Lennox Bridge. Track to Marge's lookout, then to Elizabeth lookout. Steep down to knapsack viaduct. Optional up Heartbreak Hill to Top Points lookout (view of Penrith Lakes etc). Then back down to the viaduct. Tracks under M4 to Leonay Oval. Road to Nepean River. Cross M4 bridge. Walk along Tench Reserve northwards. Several cafes and toilets. Walk either to Emu Plains or Penrith stations, as you please. Rough, steep, muddy, roads without footpaths Location: Glenbrook Map: Penrith 90303N Limit: 15. View

26 May, Mon 9:04AM				Hazelbrook to Woodford
Grade:3/6		Length	12km	490m	Sydney Branch
Janet R.
(Cancelled) Meet on station. Walk Oaklands Road, Horseshoe Falls and Burgess Falls to Winbourne Road. Then tracks to Hazel, Edith and Mabel Falls. Up to the fire trail. Option of track to Ridge Street or straight back to Woodford station. Steep, rough, edges Location: Hazelbrook Map: Katoomba 89301S Limit: 15. View

26 May, Mon 9:45AM				Spit to Manly
Grade:3/6		Length	11km	228m	Sydney Branch
John H.
(NEW!!!) Meeting at the Spit Bridge for an iconic walk around parts of Middle and Sydney Harbours and ending in Manly, birthplace of Australian surfing. Many rough steps and uneven surfaces and the track can have large puddles after rain. Some beach and street walking too. Location: Sydney Harbour National Park Map: Sydney Heads 91302N Limit: 20. View

27 May, Tue 9:30AM				Lake Couridjah to Radcliffs LO via Radcliffs Campsite (#917(BBQ))
Fully inside Wollondilly Shire Council
Grade:3/6		Length	7km	3m	Southern Highlands Branch
(SH Tuesday Walks) Mike M
(Optional BBQ Lunch) From Lake Couridjah car park we take the flat track to the site of Radcliffs campsite. Walkers will have a choice of a flat walk back to car park or head up the Radcliff's LO and return via the saddle or old ruins. (Depending on time.) Some rough track and unfenced cliffs. Location: Lake Couridjah - Thirlmere Lakes NP Map: Picton 9029-4S Nattai 8929-1S Limit: 20. View

28 May, Wed 6:21AM				Around Kaleidoscope Caves
Grade:5/6					Sydney Branch
Yuri B.
(NEW!!!) Park at GR 725 932 on Mountain Lagoon Road. Walk north along Nirvana Ridge on an old logging trail, then off track to a cliff line starting at around GR 729 954. Traverse north, then north east at that level, then descend to Kaleidoscope Caves. Next, climb back up and continue traversing till around GR 737 961. Depending on the time, there are a number of options from here, including visiting Byzantine Chamber or Psychedelic Caves. Exit to Nirvana Ridge and follow it back to the cars. About 11 km. Scrambling and exposure. Location: Wollemi NP Map: Mountain Lagoon 90313S View

28 May, Wed 8:30AM				Glenbrook circuit via Red Hand Cave and Blue Pool
Grade:3/6		Length	13km	480m	Sydney Branch
Bandula G.
(NEW!!!) Starting from Glenbrook station, walk to Douglas Smith Park, walk down rough track to Blue Pool, walk alongside the creek, cross at the weir, walk along Red Hands Cave track to the Red Hand Cave, walk back to the weir along Oaks Track and walk back the same way back to Glenbrook station. Steep and slippery sections, creek crossings Location: Glenbrook Limit: 15. View

28 May, Wed 9:00AM				Milton Rainforest
Grade:2/6		Length	5km		Milton Branch
35380
Walk through the Milton Rainforest and learn about the significance of this patch. Find out about the history, how it was saved and how it is maintained. Continue on private property down to the bottom of the gully. Return walk along the same path back to the carpark. Coffee in Milton. Contact leader essential for time and details.....subject to change. Location: Milton View

28 May, Wed 9:20AM				Penrith Great River Walk
Grade:2/6		Length	10km		Sydney Branch
Denise S.
Walk from Penrith Station to Nepean River to do the Great River Loop and return to Penrith Station. A fairly flat walk with street and park walking. Opportunity to visit Lewers Gallery at Emu Plains. Bookings only from one week prior to date of walk please. Limit: 15. View

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