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5 Nov, Sun 9:00AM 60th Anniversary Picnic – The Main Event
Sydney Branch
Ted W.
Picnic | For a mostly static outdoor activity based around a picnic60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Enjoy a free sausage sizzle and catch up with old friends at the NPA Picnic Day. Activities: Memorabilia display (bring your own to display), bushwalks, photographic amble, paddling along the Lane Cove River, Dragons of Sydney Citizen Science data collection survey (limit of 15), sausage sizzle (bring own cutlery, plates, mugs, drinks and salads/desserts to share). Presentation of NPA Volunteer Awards, Dragon Walks, Orienteering. Further details will posted on the NPA website www.npansw.org.au.
Location: Lane Cove NP View

5 Nov, Sun 8:42AM Burns Bay via Lane Cove River walk to 60th picnic
Grade:2/6 Length 8km Sydney Branch
Roger T.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Burns Bay - The Boreen - Blackmans Park - Fairyland - Fullers Bridge - Tunks Hill Picnic Area.
Location: Lane Cove National Park Limit: 30. View

5 Nov, Sun 9:00AM Chatswood Station to 60th picnic
Grade:2/6 Length 8.5km  150m Sydney Branch
James M.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.First time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Walk from Chatswood Station to arrive at Tunks Hill in time to participate in the NPA 60th birthday barbecue and picnic. Bush tracks, with a bit of history thrown in. Abundant birds and wildlife. Bring water and snacks. No need to contact leader. This is a Great Ocean Walk (March, 2018) meet and greet, but all NPA members are very welcome to join. Some rugged sections. View

5 Nov, Sun 8:15AM Chatswood via Lane Cove River to 60th picnic
Length 10km Sydney Branch
Tom F.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Chatswood to North Ryde via bush reserves and riverside. Easy pace. Short street walk then follow paths and creeks downstream to Lane Cove River then upstream to meet other NPA walkers, members and officers for our 60th anniversary picnic at 11:30am. Bring a picnic lunch. View

5 Nov, Sun 8:30AM From Roseville Station via GNW to 60th picnic
Grade:2/6 Length 8km  200m Sydney Branch
Jill G.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Roseville - Park HQ - Great North Walk - De Burghs Bridge - Tunks Park in time for celebration at 11:30am. Limit: 20. View

5 Nov, Sun 8:30AM Hunters Hill to 60th picnic
Grade:2/6 Length 8km  100m Sydney Branch
Kevin C.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.First time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Social | A trip where people will be encouraged to interact and chat with each other.Walk from Boronia Park to Tunks Hill in time for the NPA 60th Birthday BBQ and Picnic. No need to contact leader. Mob: 0425254532
Location: Lane Cove National Park View

5 Nov, Sun 9:00AM North Ryde Station photographic amble to 60th picnic
Grade:2/6 Length 3km  100m Southern Sydney Branch
Brian E.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Public Transport | There are public transport options to and from this activity.Photography | A trip that has a strong focus on encouraging people to capture photographs.Walk in from North Ryde Station to arrive at Tunks Hill in time to participate in the NPA 60th birthday barbecue and picnic. Excessive eating.
Location: Lane Cove National Park Limit: 20. View

5 Nov, Sun 9:00AM Paddle Lane Cove River to 60th picnic
Grade:2/6 Sydney Branch
Tony C.
Paddle | A canoe or kayak trip60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Explore this tranquil waterway, centrally located near Sydney Harbour. It’s a gentle, meandering river with tree-clad banks, impressive sandstone rock formations and a fascinating history. We’ll even pass Fairyland and learn about Australia’s most intriguing murder mystery! Explore the river from the weir at Fullers Bridge to Sugarloaf Reserve, near the harbour. This paddle marks the 60th anniversary of NSW National Parks Association and is being organised by NPA member and Prudence Tucker award winner Tony Carr. You’ll be back in time to join the lunch celebrations. PFD's compulsory.
Location: Lane Cove National Park View

5 Nov, Sun 2:15PM Science – Dragon Walks for kids (young and old) at the 60th picnic
Branch
Chantel B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.Educational | A trip where the leader will focus on teaching or training.Family | A trip that is planned to cater for children and their parents.(Updated Details) Let's go Dragon spotting! Join us in a search for Dragons - how many can you spot? Have a go using our survey equipment to see how we study Dragons. What kind of habitat do they like to use? Have fun learning about Dragons at this relaxed, all-ages event with lots of fun activities for children. In case of poor weather conditions, we may have to cancel the event. You will be informed of this decision as soon as possible. If there is light rain, the event will still go ahead. View

5 Nov, Sun 9:00AM Science – Dragons of Sydney Citizen Science Survey before the 60th picnic
Branch
Chantel B.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or long60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.(Updated Details) Our citizen science survey gathers important data to inform future conservation efforts of the Eastern Water Dragon in Australia. We will:
  • Record demographics and locations of Dragons spotted along the walk
  • Record Flight Initiation Distance and Flight Distance of each Dragon we see
  • Measure ground temperature and canopy cover
  • Note local flora that forms Dragon habitat
  • Collect rubbish in an effort to improve habitat condition
In case of poor weather conditions, we may have to cancel the event. If you have RSVP-ed, you will be informed of this decision as soon as possible. View

5 Nov, Sun 2:15PM Try orienteering at the 60th picnic
Grade:2/6 Length 5km Sydney Branch
Ted W.
Walk | A bushwalk of any kind short or longRogaine | A map and compass based navigation activity.60 Best walks | This is one of the NPA's 60 best walks.First time friendly | A trip that is perfect for most new members (assuming you have a reasonable level of fitness)After the Picnic lunch give orienteering a try. A 1-hour introductory orienteering event will be held, starting and finishing at the picnic. No experience necessary. No need to register. View

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