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8 May, Fri 9:30AM			Artarmon station to North Sydney
Grade:2/6	Length	9km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
LEADER: Heather Lakiss: RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com Artarmon to North Sydney walk. This is the report from a previous walk: Immediately upon exiting Artarmon Station a bush track hugged the railway line and led to a clearing where gigantic carved gumnuts idly lay. At Hallstrom park beautiful sandstone sculptures of animals paid homage to Hallstrom’s involvement in Taronga Zoo. Nearby Walter Burley Griffin’s Incinerator had been recycled - into a cafe and a gallery. Heather recited poetry at Henry Lawson’s Cafe before we continued to Tunks Park for morning tea. A delightful finale was St. Thomas Rest Park, an historic cemetery. St. Leonards Park for lunch then home via the Metro. Limit: 10. View

9 May, Sat 9:15AM			CO: Nambucca State Forest (GKNP)
Grade:2/6	Length	4km	20m	Coffs Harbour Branch
65334
Grade: 2 relaxed: Ascent: 20m apprx. Distance: 4km plus optional 1km. Leader: Lyn Orrego assisted by Lyn McRae. RSVP to Lyn Orrego. Overview: Get to know this unique coastal forest, that is to be part of the Great Koala National Park. Drive to three sites where we will do short walks (30 mins to 1 hr each). See towering, koala habitat native forest, old growth Scribbly gum in the western side. Littoral rainforest at the beach access. Discuss management issues for the new GKNP. Lunch by the beach. If you are short on time - join in for the first 2 sites for 2 1/2 hours. Preparation: BYO drinking water, packed lunch and any other personal needs. Wear walking boots, long pants etc. bring hat, sunscreen and insect repellent. Subject to suitable weather and leader will notify notify via email if cancelled. Registration: email your name and companion’s and all your NPA membership numbers to Lyn Orrego, Bushwalk leader: lynorr@iinet.net.au who will then confirm your registration. Non-member visitors are welcome: but will need to join NPA if wishing to attend more than three activities in any 2-year period. Looking forward to sharing a lovely time in the forest! Walk on some slopes. Bring repellent for ticks and leeches. Location: Nambucca SF View

11 May, Mon 9:45AM			Rhodes to Cabarita Wharf
Grade:2/6	Length	9km	50m	Sydney Branch
John H.
(NEW!!!) A lovely peaceful walk beside the Parramatta River, with river views and autumn leaves. It includes a section along the Kokoda memorial track to remind us of the arduous conditions our soldiers fought in, in contrast to the track we have to walk on. The track is fairly flat with an elevation rise of 47 metres. Length 9km. Booking is essential, giving your NPA, mobile and emergency contact numbers. Limit: 20. View

13 May, Wed 10:10AM			Richmond Historical Walk
Grade:2/6	Length	8km		Sydney Branch
Sylvia C.
(Changed Transport Details) An historic walk around Richmond, one of the Macquarie era towns of the Hawkesbury Area. Bookings only from one week before date of walk please. Location: Richmond Limit: 15. View

15 May, Fri 9:30AM			Discovering Sydney No 17: Parramatta part 2
Grade:2/6	Length	10km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Discovering Sydney: learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew. Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister. LEADER: Steve Ringbauer Limit: 10. View

18 May, Mon 10:00AM			Duck River with Autumn Leaves
Grade:2/6	Length	10km	50m	Sydney Branch
Renate W.
This walk follows paths along Duck River from Regents Park to Auburn. Start at Regents Park station. We will make a diversion to Auburn Botanic Gardens where the Japanese Maple and Chinese Tallow Woods might be in their autumn colours. The walk finishes at Auburn station, where we can call in at a Turkish Baklava cafe near the station. Hazards: bicycles Limit: 14. View

22 May, Fri 9:32AM			10 Secret Sydney Spots: No 1 Badu Mangroves
Grade:2/6	Length	8km	70m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
10 Secret Sydney Spots outlined in Sydney.com: This week we are doing the Badu Mangroves in Olympic Park/ Bicentennial Park. Leader: David Trevena; RSVP direct to dbtrev58@gmail.com We walk from Concord West Station, explore the Badu Mangroves, the waterbird refuge, Hornswaggle Observation Tower, SS Ayrfield shipwreck, *Walk ends in Meadowbank via Wentworth Point along the waterfront* todbtrev58 Limit: 12. View

22 May, Fri 6:46AM			A day trip to Canberra: Molonglo River Eastern Loop
Grade:2/6	Length	10km	50m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
(Fully Booked) Fully booked Limit: 5. View

26 May, Tue 9:00AM			Introduction to Rogaining
Grade:2/6	Length	7km	100m	Sydney Branch
Ted W.
(Updated Details) Are you interested in learning about rogaining and whether this cross-country navigation sport might suit you, especially as an extension to your bushwalking. If so, please register for a half-day ‘Introduction to Rogaining’ Workshop to be held in Lane Cove National Park on Tuesday 26 May from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, led by Ted Woodley, an experienced rogainer and NPA member. Rogaining was formally established 50 years ago in Victoria (see History of Rogaining), and is now a world-wide sport blending navigation, strategy, resilience, and teamwork. Using only a map and compass, teams navigate diverse terrains, from rugged bush to open landscapes, to urban parks and streets. Teams of two to five (or solo for some shorter city events) aim to visit as many checkpoints as possible, in any order, within a set time usually of 3, 6, 12 or 24 hours. Each checkpoint is worth different points, with harder-to-reach locations offering higher points. The goal is to navigate the most efficient route to maximise your score. Rogaining is more than just a sport; it’s a fun and engaging endurance adventure for all ages and abilities. You don’t need to be an elite athlete or experienced navigator, and there are always rogainers available to help and share advice. Events usually attract 300 to 500 regular rogainers, together with a few dozen novices, so you won’t be the only newcomer. To learn more go to NSW Rogaining Association and see the calendar of events for this year. After registering for the Workshop you will be forwarded a homework pack to read beforehand. You only need to bring a compass and come dressed in normal bushwalking attire suitable for a two-hour practice rogaine in the Park (on tracks). This is a joint activity with the Bush Club and is limited to thirty participants. We will assemble at Haynes Flat in Lane Cove National Park, end of Max Allen Rd, Lindfield. Location: Lane Cove National Park Limit: 30. View

29 May, Fri 9:30AM			Discovering Sydney No 18 : Sydney City and the Rocks Part 2
Grade:2/6	Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Bob Rankin
(Leader Changed) Discovering Sydney: learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew. Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister. Limit: 10. View

5 Jun, Fri 9:30AM			Discovering Sydney No 19: Windsor
Grade:2/6	Length	7km	50m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
Discovering Sydney: learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew. Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister. Leader: Stve Ringbauer Limit: 10. View

12 Jun, Fri 9:30AM			Discovering Sydney 20: Sydney West Part 2
Grade:2/6	Length	11km	160m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Bob Rankin
(Date Changed) Discovering Sydney: learning what you don't know about places you thought you knew. Based on a book Exploring Hidden Sydney by Trevor McAlister Visit Rozelle Parklands, White Bay power station, Pyrmont waterfront. Finish at Town Hall. Limit: 10. View

13 Jun, Sat 10:00AM			Explore access to Warrenmadhaa, our newest National Park
Grade:2/6	Length	2km		Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Freres Crossing, Kentlyn. Easy flat walk, and short steps down to Georges River. Easy slow uphill back to cars. Interesting plants to identify. Location: Warrenmadha NP Limit: 20. View

3 Jul, Fri 9:16AM			Xmas in July Walk and Talk and Eat
Grade:2/6	Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Esther
LEADER: Heather Lakiss RSVP direct to heatherlakiss@gmail.com Walk The Great River Walk from Penrith to Emu Plains and have lunch at O'Donoghue's Irish Pub. Slippery sections Limit: 20. View

8 Jul, Wed 10:00AM			Explore access to Warrenmadhaa, our newest National Park
Grade:2/6	Length	2km		Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Smith Street, Kentlyn. End of Smith Street to Georges River. Exploratory. Short with some steps to beautiful wild section of Georges. Small sandy beach. Plant ident along the way! Location: Warrenmadha NP Limit: 20. View

31 Jul, Fri 10:00AM			Malabar Headland Circuit
Grade:2/6	Length	8km	100m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Bob Rankin
Walk from Maroubra Beach around Malabar Headland to Malabar Beach, and return via Western Escarpment track. Chance of some whale sightings. Some sand walking, some rock platform walking. Location: SydneyEast Limit: 12. View

8 Aug, Sat 10:00AM			Explore access to Warrenmadhaa, our newest National Park
Grade:2/6	Length	2km		Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Darling Avenue. Easy flat walk from Darling Avenue to overlook Georges River. Plant ident along the way! Location: Warrenmadha NP Limit: 20. View

9 Sep, Wed 10:00AM			Explore access to Warrenmadhaa, our newest National Park
Grade:2/6	Length	2km		Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Woolwash, Airds. Easy walk to historic site on Georges River. Plant ident along the way! Location: Warrenmadha NP Limit: 20. View

10 Oct, Sat 10:00AM			Explore access to Warrenmadhaa, our newest National Park
Grade:2/6	Length	2km		Macarthur Branch
Beth M.
Simmos Beach, Macquarie Fields. Easy flat walk to Georges River. Meet end of Fifth Avenue, Macquarie Fields, entrance to Simmos Beach. Plant ident along the way! Location: Warrenmadha NP Limit: 20. View

2-5 Nov, Mon (07:00AM)-Thu (16:00PM)			Trip away: Namadgi
Grade:2/6	Length	10km	150m	Sydney Branch
(SWAG) Ken
(Cancelled) NAMADGI- accommodated in Canberra. Easy day walks, 8-10 km max, low altitude. HISTORY- huts, Apollo Moon Mission- Honeysuckle Creek, Orroral Valley- think film- The Dish. Granite tors- MacMansion size BUT NO abseiling allowed on my watch! I have booked a cabin for myself at Alivio , Kunzea St . No one need stay at Alivio. I do need to brief participants on the next days activity the previous evening at Alivio preferably. I will provide a program well before Nov 2. The program will be flexible to allow for weather conditions. No guarantees to do the more distant activities as I need 3 plus myself in areas beyond mobile range. Roads : sealed to Orroral. Gravel beyond that. Condition- depends when last graded. SUVs ideal Regular car with decent clearance ut. 140mm plus should manage . Limit: 10. View

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