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1 May, 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 |
 (Date Changed) 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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2 May, Fri 9:30AM |
East Sydney: Kings Cross station to Paddington Reservoir Gardens |
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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
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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.
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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.
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7-9 May, Wed (07:20AM)-Fri (08:00AM) |
Between Lost Chord Crater and Lee Castle |
Grade:6/6 |
Length |
30km |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
(NEW!!!) 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.
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7 May, Wed 9:20AM |
Spit to Manly |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
10km |
100m |
Sydney Branch |
Hildegard S. |
(NEW!!!) 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.
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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.
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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.
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12 May, Mon 8:45AM |
Down and Up Magdala |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
12km |
400m |
Sydney Branch |
Allan P. |
 Halfway down Magdala Creek turn off track and climb up to Yondell Ave. Descend Wiggins Track and follow Sassafras Creek and then Glenbrook Creek to Perch Ponds. It's a long climb back up Magdala Creek to Springwood Station. Mostly on tracks. Some off track though. Some scrambling over, under and through fallen trees. Creek crossings. Wet rocks could be slippery. Location: Springwood Map: Springwood Limit: 20.
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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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14 May, Wed 9:06AM |
Helensburgh Circuit |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
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Sydney Branch |
Jenny R. |
(NEW!!!) Walk into Garawarra State Conservation Area from station. Mostly flat on bush tracks with a few ups and downs, creek crossing, rough sections, some muddy sections, minimal street walking. Finish early afternoon. Beautiful bushland. Walking poles may be helpful. Leader will meet you at Helensburgh Station. Bookings only from one week of date of walk please by email or text. Limit: 12.
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14 May, Wed 11:30AM |
Walkers get-together |
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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
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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.
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 3 spots left on this trip as of 20.12.
If interested please let me know asap. Limit: 16.
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18 May, Sun 7:16AM |
Two Ravines North of Fort Ridge |
Grade:5/6 |
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Sydney Branch |
Yuri B. |
(NEW!!!) 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.
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23 May, Fri 9:09AM |
Cremorne Point to Art Galleries |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
8km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Esther |
 Leader: KEVIN CLIFFE
Walk from Cremorne point 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
Cirius Cove Beach
Queenwood School
Mosman Church of England School
Mosman Art Gallery
Soho Galleries Limit: 10.
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28 May, Wed 9:20AM |
Penrith Great River Walk |
Grade:2/6 |
Length |
10km |
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Sydney Branch |
Denise S. |
(NEW!!!) 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.
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30 May, Fri 9:30AM |
Artarmon station to North Sydney |
Grade:3/6 |
Length |
11km |
320m |
Sydney Branch |
(SWAG) Esther |
 LEADER: Heather Lakiss RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com
Pretty and varied walk from Artarmon Station, some shared bike and walk tracks, Wickham Walk, Hallstrom Park, Bicentennial Reserve, Flat Rock Creek, Wilksh Walk,Tunks Park, View Historical St Thomas Rest Park and more parks leading to Victoria Cross metro or North Sydney station.
Limit: 15.
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31 May, Sat 8:00AM |
The Lost City |
Grade:4/6 |
Length |
10km |
200m |
Sydney Branch |
Mark G. |
 (NEW!!!) There’s a new track in town! The first section of the Lost City trail has been completed and I intend to walk its length and also explore various pagodas and other highlights off the main track as there’s always plenty to attract you’re attention in this type of landscape! The pace will be relaxed and intending participants should be good at rock scrambling and be prepared for some offtrack adventuring! Rock scrambling Location: Gardens of Stone NP Map: Lithgow 89313S Limit: 12.
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