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Nov 10 (Sun) KU-RING-GAI NP BEROWRA WATERS (Q)
Great on-track walk from Cowan station to Berowra station.13km 380m ascent. Great views on open ridge tops, passing Berowra Waters foreshore. https://bushwalkingnsw.com/walk.php?nid=995. Train departs Central 6.48am arrives Cowan 7.43am. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS: SEE URL. TRANSPORT: Train


Nov 16 (Sat) BLUE MOUNTAINS NP - Bushcare
Bushcare. Galong Creek, Megalong Valley. Tree planting and maintenance. Working in a new area, it is a level site. All new volunteers have to log on to the NPWS VIP site (just the once) and complete the registration. There is always a job to do, come have great day and good morning tea from Parks. DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: EASY MAPS: JENOLAN 1:25000. TRANSPORT: $50


Nov 19 (Tue) KU-RING-GAI NP (Q)
Berowra track, Ku-Ring-Gai track. 11.0 km, 317m, 4 hours plus stops. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS: STRAVA. TRANSPORT: $PUBLIC


Dec 2-9* KOSCIUSKO NP (QQ)
Guthega, Consett-Stephens, Kerries, Geehi, Jagungal, Cup and Saucer, Valentines Ck, Rolling Grounds, Guthega. Carry stoves, wet feet, . DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS: 1:25 000,PERISHER VALLEY, GEEHI DAM, JAGUNGAL TRANSPORT: $195


Dec 11-16* WILSONS PROMONTORY VIC SOUTHERN SECTION (QQ)
Tidal R, Oberon Bay, Roaring Meg, South Point, Lighthouse, Lt Waterloo Bay, Sealers Cove, Lt Waterloo Bay, Tidal R. This is a pack carrying trip with overnight camping for 5 nights in the southern part of Wilson’s Prom. This trip passes along most of the standard walking circuit of the southern part of Wilsons Prom, the complete circuit being unavailable due to storm damage to part of the track in 2021. This trip is timed to coincide with low tides in the afternoon at campsites. Campsites have been booked (required and limited) for 6 people, on this very popular route. Fuel stoves only. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS: VICMAPS WILSONS PROMONTORY NATIONAL PARK TRANSPORT: $390 from Sydney. Campsites are $7.70 per person / night


Dec 14, 15 BUDAWANGS (Q)
RIXONS GOLD MINE From Sassafras, this walk will descend to the stunning waterfalls and pools on the Clyde River for an overnight camp. We will start from Sassafras and hike or cycle (your choice) about 6km along fire trail to the starting point. Then the walk is off track all the way. We will cross the plateau approx 1km and descend the cliff line through an amazingly narrow pass, to emerge in the bush below and then on the Clyde River. We will camp on rock platforms beside the river, for swimming and/or exploring. Return the same way. Off track with scrambling. Party limit 6. DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/HARD MAPS: ENDRICK. TRANSPORT: $84. ** Note: This Trip also appears on the Walks Program of - South Coast Bushwalkers. **. ** LEADER ADVISES: The Trip is now FULL. **


Dec26-Jan3 NEW ZEALAND - SOUTH ISLAND - RICHMOND RANGES. (QQ)
Fly into Nelson December 26. Walk starts December 28 and finishes January 3rd. 6 nights 7 days. Returns to Nelson. Hut to hut hiking and all on track, although we will free camp if possible. I have not walked in this area before. A lot of allowance is made for the weather, possible side trips and possible exploring for free camping. Days 3-7 are all up high with a lot of time on exposed ridges. Spectacular views, steep climbs and descents. Party Limit 6. Experienced walkers only. I have one place left. Contact me for more details. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM/HARD MAPS: TRANSPORT: $LOTS.


Dec27-Jan1 KOSCIUSZKO NP – JAGUNGAL AREA (QQ)
Round Mountain to Mount Jagungal and back (6 days/5 nights). Round Mountain car park, Tumut River, Farm Ridge fire trail, Grey Mare fire trail to Doubtful Creek. Up Doubtful Creek to Cesjacks Hut, Jagungal Saddle, Mt Jagungal (camping on top). Track down to Grey Mare fire trail, O’Keefes Hut and Farm Ridge fire trail to cars. Driving on 26 Dec to camp the night at 3 Mile Dam camp site. Bring water carrier/container to carry water short distance for some campsites. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: MEDIUM MAPS: TOOLONG RANGE AND JAGUNGAL OR MOUNT JAGUNGAL (1:40). TRANSPORT: $182.


Feb22-Mar1 2025 SNOWY MOUNTAINS (Q)
We will stay in a lodge in Perisher and do day walks. People do not need to stay for the whole 7 nights. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: TBA. TRANSPORT: $193


Mar 10-15 2025* MURRAMARANG NP (Q)
Three full days days of shortish day walks around the coast, lakes and mountains of Murramarang NP, plus swimming and snorkelling, from a base at the NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort. Book your own cabin or powered/unpowered site. Relaxed trip surrounded by beautiful South Coast beaches and forests, and sparkling clear blue seas. DISTANCE: SHORT. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: DURRAS, KIALOA TRANSPORT: $111.


Jun 1-30 2025* FAR NORTH QLD (Q)
Dates and areas not finalised yet, but we could visit Magnetic Island (off Townsville), Atherton Tableland, Daintree NP, Chillagoe Caves, Quinkan area (near Laura), Cooktown, Lakefield NP and smaller NPs along the way. Day walks from car camps / accommodation. Swimming and snorkelling where possible. I’ve made a booking for Frank and me 18-20 June for a Jarramali tagalong Tour in Quinkan Country to see the outstanding Aboriginal art explained by a Traditional Owner; please let me know asap if you’re interested. High clearance 4WDs needed for the Jarramali tour and Lakefield NP - these vehicles are available for hire in nearby Cooktown. Bookings for Lakefield NP need to be made 6 months in advance. DISTANCE: MEDIUM. TRIP GRADE: EASY/MEDIUM MAPS: CONTACT LEADER TRANSPORT: $LOTS