Backcountry Skiing Sydney

🌊 Coastal Epic: The Unofficial 35km 'Bloody Long Walk' Challenge ~35KM

Join us for a massive **35km coastal challenge over Eastern Beaches** as we take on our unofficial attempt of the scenic 'Bloody Long Walk' (Sydney East route). Originally hosted by the Mito Foundation each November, we are tackling this spectacular coastal track our own way. This is a demanding, long-distance trek requiring high fitness and endurance, but the world-class ocean views are worth every step. For reference on the official event route, you can check here: [https://www.bloodylongwalk.com.au/lp/sydney-east/](https://www.bloodylongwalk.com.au/lp/sydney-east/) **Before you RSVP, be sure to read the full description:** * **Difficulty** **and Terrain:** Hard (for highly fit, experienced hikers only). Expect a massive 35km distance requiring a steady pace. The terrain features a diverse mix of coastal boardwalks, beach walking (sand), paved streets, stairs, and multiple headland ascents. * **Start:** 8:30 AM sharp at Pioneers Park (off Anzac Pde, near the Hillary Pde bus stop). Please arrive a few minutes early. **Finish:** Circular Quay (followed by an optional, well-earned dinner for those who go the distance!). * **Route:** We will start at Pioneers Park and head down to Maroubra Beach, making our way north through Coogee and up to Bondi. From there, we join the famous coastal trail (which we recently completed from the opposite direction!), passing the stunning Diamond Bay and Hornby Lighthouse at Watsons Bay. We will then sweep through Rose Bay and past Mrs Macquarie's Chair before finally wrapping up at Circular Quay. * **Gratuity:** A $5 contribution is appreciated to help cover our Meetup subscription and group running costs. Carry Cash or ask for PayID. **Important - Please Read:** * **What to Bring:** Wear proper hiking shoes, bring **ample hydration (Minimum 1.5L of water- Refill available at stops), pack enough snacks/lunch,** sunscreen, hat, and weather protection\*\*.\*\* * **RSVP responsibly** – Treat it as a commitment; update or cancel 12–24 hrs before. * **Arrive early** – All route/gear info is in the description; hosts can’t field messages during the event. * **Stay together** – It's a volunteer-led community walk; keep the host in sight and let them know if you leave. * **Safety first** – **Your safety is your own responsibility**! You agree to follow host instructions, public-health orders and OZ Outdoors guidelines: [https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors](https://www.meetup.com/ozoutdoors) * **Get involved** – You're welcome to send the host feedback or let us know if you’d like to lead such walks. * **Connect with us on Instagram:** [https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd](https://instagram.com/ozoutdoors.syd) * **LinkedIn (Manish):** [https://linkedin.com/in/manishpm/](https://linkedin.com/in/manishpm/)

A winter whisky night

The Clock Hotel is a Surry Hills Icon since 1893 , laid back and eclectic, with a great wraparound Balcony, cocktail bar and a Whisky Room with access to the whole Food menu. [Food](https://clockhotel.com.au/food)

🏖️ Ghosties Beach, Cave Beach, Frazer Beach, Wybung Head & Snapper Point 🐳

🚗 🚙 Let’s head out to Central Coast this weekend to explore the beautiful beaches, sea caves, lookouts and have some fun in the nature. 🌈 🌿 🏖️ 🐳 🐋 ⚠️ FOR YOUR SAFETY & ENJOYMENT, PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION BELOW FULLY BEFORE YOU CLICK ‘Attend’! ******************************************** 🗓 DATE: Sunday, 26 July 2026. 🚙 MEETING POINT: Ghosties Beach trailhead. ⏰ MEETING TIME: 9.45am. 🕰️ DEPARTURE TIME: 9.55am. ******************************************** 🥾 DISTANCE: 🚶‍♂️ 3 km return same way - Ghosties Beach. 🚶1.2 km return same way - Caves Beach. 🚶‍♀️ 8 km return with side trails - Frazer Beach, Bongon Beach, Snapper Point Cave Lookout, Inlet and Wybung Head Lookout. 🥾 GRADE: Easy/mostly Moderate on a relaxing pace, not snail pace! 💪🏽 Reasonable fitness recommended due to uneven rocky surfaces, ups and downs hills and walking on beautiful sandy beaches. 🥾 Tracks expected to be wet, muddy and slippery at few sections. ******************************************** 📸 WHAT TO EXPECT: 🚶This is a beautiful walk through Munmorah State Conservation Area with scenic coastal walk along beautiful secluded beaches, rock formations and awesome views at the lookouts. 🐋 A great place for whale watching and wild birds. 🤳 Lots of photo stops and selfies along the coastline. ⚠️ NOTE: The caves are safest and most accessible at low tide. Always check tides and sea conditions. These area are not patrolled. 📝 Refer photo no. 3 - estimated low tide time on Sunday, 26th July at 11.35am, approximately 0.3m. 👀 I will check again five days before our exciting adventure to confirm. 🏨 You may stay up for the weekend in Newcastle, Norah Head, Lake Munmorah, Budgewoi, Terrigal, Toukley, Catherine Hill Bay, Swansea or anywhere you fancy to explore the beautiful Central Coast. ⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ⚠️ 📝 TERMS & DISCLAIMER: Attending this event is voluntarily at your own risk. Organiser/s accepts no liability of any kind including injuries, accidents, misadventure etc during and after this event. For full disclosure on Public Waiver, please refer to Meetup Terms and Conditions and the front page of this group on ‘About Us’. ✅ You must assess your own fitness and ability before participating in this event. ✅ You are responsible for looking after your own health, safety and belongings. ✅ You must adhere and follow the instructions from your organiser/s at all times during this event. ✅ You must take personal accountability for your own choices, actions and/or misadventure. If you’re not sticking with the group or getting lost during the walk, you’re responsible for finding your own way out. The group DO NOT wait for you! ✅ You must also take care not to put other people at risk. ✅ Keep well back from cliff edges at all times, especially when taking photos. ❎ NO facilities or cafes on the trails, so please come well prepared. ❎ NO smoking of any kind on the walk including during photo stops and lunch break. ❎ NO pets including service dogs are permitted on my events. You may join pet friendly walking group instead. ✅ Please be mindful and respectful to members and guest/s from diverse backgrounds. This is not a dating event. ******************************************** 🎒WHAT TO BRING 🎒 👕 Comfortable outfit for the weather preferably hiking gear. Jeans or cotton t-shirt are not be suitable for this walk. 🥾 Waterproof hiking boots or good grip walking shoes highly recommended. 💦 At least 1.8L of WATER, Hydralyte or sports energy drinks. 🥪 Snacks and PACKED LUNCH. 🧢 Hat, sunscreen, small towel and insect repellent. ⛑ Basic First Aid Kit - BandAids, bandages, antibacterial wipes etc. 🧥 Light raincoat or a poncho just in case of wet weather. 💵 GRATUITY 💵 💰 $10 per person for research and preparation for this event. 📲 PayID to my mobile: 0405038557. Ref: (your Meetup name) & Central Coast. ✅ Please TEXT me receipt of payment once done. ✅ I will text you further information on exact meeting place for each starting points etc. upon confirmation. ******************************************** 🚗 Please update on comments if you have a spare seats in your car. Or if you require a carpool from your closest station with share costs. 📲 Any other questions, please send me a TEXT message instead to avoid any confusion with unnecessary updates on comments section. ✅ Yes, TEXT message only! 🏖️ Let’s explore and enjoy the great outdoors! 🏖️ 🐳 🐋 Norra 😎 📱0405038557 (TEXT & PayID only)

🍜Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Sydney (Easy English) 6pm

**🚨 IMPORTANT DATE CHANGE** **Our Sydney event on 11 July has been postponed to 18 July.** **From 18 July, the event will be held every two weeks. The following event will be on 1 August.** **🌏 Make new international friends in Sydney. Come alone, practise your English, and enjoy a relaxed social night. 😊** **A friendly meetup for networking, language exchange, and real conversation.** **Why People Love Lounge Asia** **🍜 Asian-focused event** **🤝 Many guests come alone** **💬 No need for perfect English** **🌏 No games or forced introductions — just enjoy the conversation** **━━━━━━━━━━** **How to Join** **1️⃣ Tap "RSVP" on this page (1 ticket per attendee)** **2️⃣ Show your Meetup QR code at reception** **3️⃣ Collect your name tag and start meeting people** **✅ Early RSVP is free** **✅ After the first 80 RSVPs, entry is $5** **✅ RSVPs made within 24 hours of the event start time are $5** **✅ Limited capacity — please RSVP early** **Early RSVP is the best way to save your spot and join for free.** **Many people attend alone, so don't worry if it's your first time.** **━━━━━━━━━━** **⚠️ IMPORTANT: TONIGHT’S RULES ⚠️** **🎟️ NO TICKET = NO ENTRY, 1 TICKET PER GUEST** **(If you are on the WAITLIST, you cannot enter tonight.)** **🪑 SIT IF EMPTY** **Please take a seat if you see one to help create more space.** **📧 SHOW SCREEN AT DOOR** **Have your confirmation profile/tickets ready for Chris & Kev.** **NO WALK-INS. THANK YOU!** **━━━━━━━━━━** **How to Find Us** **📍 Venue** **Harts Pub** **176 Cumberland Street, The Rocks, NSW 2000** **⏰ Time** **Saturday from 6:00pm – 9:00pm** **🚶 Getting There** **5 min walk from Circular Quay Station. 8 min walk from Wynyard Station. Easy to drop by after exploring The Rocks.** **Our Lounge Asia organisers will be there to welcome you 😊** **━━━━━━━━━━** **🍺 Please Support the Venue** **This event is free or low-cost because the venue supports our community. Please purchase at least one drink during the event. Your support helps us keep organising events at great venues.** **━━━━━━━━━━** **💚 Please Be Respectful** **Lounge Asia is a friendly social event where everyone should feel comfortable and welcome.** **🚫 This is NOT a pickup or dating event. Any anti-social behaviour or those who make others uncomfortable WILL BE removed immediately.** **🚫 Any harassment, unwanted attention, MLM / crypto / religious recruitment, or anything that makes others uncomfortable.** **Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or ask anyone to leave.** **🪪 A valid government-issued photo ID is strictly required for entry. No photo ID, no entry. Driver's licences must be issued by the government of the country where the event is held.** **📸 Photos and short videos may be taken for community and promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, please let an organiser know when you arrive.** **━━━━━━━━━━** **Lounge Asia is already growing in Australia and is now expanding across Asia — Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore.** **Our goal is simple: More friendship, more understanding, and more genuine connections across cultures.** **📱 Instagram: @_lounge_asia** **🎥 Watch Event Video: [\[WATCH EVENT VIDEO\]](https://youtu.be/tNak_cu9CXw?si=xiObPWs86vc93N18)** **🎁 BECOME A FOUNDING MEMBER (VIP)** **We are building an official app to connect our community safely!** **Join the VIP list for early access and priority invites to special parties.** **👉 [\[Join the VIP List here\]](https://forms.gle/T2KukvgEiGWEz3VR9)** **━━━━━━━━━━** **🌏 Come say hi!** **Hey, come hang out! 来一起玩吧！ 一起來聊天吧！ 気軽に遊びに来てね！ 편하게 놀러 와요! มาเจอกันนะ! Tới chơi nha! Tara, sali ka na! Yuk, gabung! Хамтдаа цуглацгаая! Komm einfach vorbei! Jom join kita!** **See you at Lounge Asia!**

Winter wandering in Royal NP! Waterfall to Uloola Falls, Karloo, Olympic pools!

This walk takes us from Waterfall to Uloola falls, Karloo pool and then to Olympic pool. **We will start at Waterfall Train Station (exit train station and turn left until you get to the drop-off area) at 9.15am. **From here we will follow the Uloola Fire Trail for about 5kms to Uloola Falls, where we stop for a snack and I will show you a secret swimming hole with little waterfalls. We will then follow the Karloo Track for 3 kms to Karloo Pools ,where we will have lunch.Then we will follow Kangaroo Creek to Olympic pool. We will head to Heathcote Train Station via the Bottle Forest track. We will arrive at Heathcote train station by 3.30 pm. **DISTANCE: About 14 km.** GRADE: Medium, there are a few hills to climb. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: · **Be Prepared: Wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring plenty of water,food, bug spray. **GRATUITY: $10 applies to this event which can be paid in CASH or PAY ID: 0460715272. on the day to Liz. **DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries.** **However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings.** **By RSVPing to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below:** **[https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers](https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_

Beyond Numbers: Business Referral Network for Accountants, Bookkeepers, Planners

**Beyond Numbers Business Referral Network** for Accountants, Bookkeepers, Planners and Brokers is designed for business owners in the Accounting, Bookkeeping and Financial Services Industry to connect with likeminded finance professionals, build meaningful and authentic relationships in a positive and supportive environment. Business owners in accounting and financial services often struggle to find networking opportunities tailored to their industry. **Beyond Numbers Networking Events** are dedicated to bring together accounting and finance professionals who truly understand their unique challenges and provide a platform for them to build connections, and trusting relationships and explore potential strategic referral partners. At Beyond Numbers Business Referral Network, our primary goal is to foster authentic connections among business owners in the accounting and financial services industry. Our event aims to facilitate the formation of strong relationships based on shared values, interests, and experiences. #### **Who is it for:** * Accountants in practice * Bookkeepers * BAS agents * Tax agents and advisors * Commercial Lawyers * Financial planners and advisors * Mortgage brokers operate over 2 years * Insurance brokers #### **What to expect:** 6:00 pm - Doors open and welcome in to network 6:30 pm - Event start, intro and topic discussion 7:45 pm - Continue networking 8:30 pm - Event closes (Drinks and finger food will be provided) Please be on time, as there is no late entrance after 6:30pm. #### **Why Join Us?** Being part of an accounting and financial services community means you’re not alone on your journey. You’ll meet potential strategic referral partners who not only understand the unique challenges in the finance industry but also share your drive to grow and succeed. Together, you can exchange valuable insights, build trusted relationships, and uncover new opportunities to expand your client base. This community is designed to foster collaboration, offering peer support and expert connections to thrive in a competitive market. Join us to create meaningful connections, explore collaboration opportunities and secure lasting success for your business and beyond. PS: Participation certification can be issued for you to claim 1.5CPD hours with your industry body, if applicable. ##### **Event Photography Disclaimer** ##### ##### **By attending this event, you acknowledge and consent to being photographed and/or filmed. These images and videos may be used for promotional purposes, including but not limited to social media posts, website content, marketing materials, and future event promotion.** ##### ##### **If you prefer not to be photographed, please inform event organisers upon arrival and we will make every effort to accommodate your request.** ##### ##### **For questions about photo usage or to request removal of your image, please contact the event organisers.**

Winter Gelato Circuit! South Harbour Walk from Rose Bay to Leichhardt

**How better to tell winter to go away than with a walk along the southern coast of Sydney Harbour… and eating gelato along the way!** **We will start at Circular Quay, Wharf 2.** **The ferry to Rose Bay leaves at 9.45am and arrives at 9.58am.** **From Rose Bay, we have a slight climb up to Point Piper.** **Then we will head to Double Bay, through Rushcutters Bay, then to Elizabeth Bay & Potts Point at the top of the hill.** **We will then continue to Woolloomooloo Wharf, we will walk through the Royal Botanic Gardens to the Sydney Opera House.** **This is our first gelato stop – Mesina’s Gelateria (there are others as well).** **From here we will walk to Barangaroo where we will make our second gelato stop (and my favourite) at Rivereno Gelateria.** **Then to the Sydney Fish Market, where you guessed it, the third gelato stop – Cow and the Moon Gelateria.** **From here we will head to Blackwater Bay Park, and then onto Bicentennial Park and Federal Park.** **We will visit Rozelle Parklands and make our way through some smaller parks in Annadale to Norton Street in Leichhardt at Bar Italia, for the last opportunity for another gelato.** **From here we can catch a bus or the light rail back to the city.** **We will aim to finish at around 3pm – all “gelatoed out”.** **There are plenty of exit points so it’s perfect for anyone who is not sure how far they will be able to walk.** **This walk consists of well-worn tracks and footpaths. However, there are a few steps and some hills.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISTANCE: About 18 km.** **GRADE: Medium. Some stair climbing.** **NOTE: Plenty of exit points. Please let the Host know if you leave the walk.** **IMPORTANT INFORMATION:** **· Be Prepared: Wear trail runners or comfortable walking shoes, bring water and dress for the weather.** **· Follow Instructions: Please follow the instructions of the Host at all times and keep the Host within sight.** **· RSVP Responsibly and Be Ontime at the Designated Meeting Point: Update your RSVP if you can’t make it.** **GRATUITY: $10 applies to this event which can be paid in cash on the day or PayID is 0439 344987 Cristian Sylvestre.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries.** **However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings.** **By RSVPing to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below:** **[https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers](https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers)** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **Any questions or concerns, please send me a TEXT message (0439 344 987) rather than unnecessary updates on the comments section.**

🏖️ 🐳 Relaxing Winter Escape @ Central Coast 🏖️ 🏨 🐳 🐋

🏖️ Let’s have fun and relaxing short weekend getaway in Central Coast, not too far from home! 🏖️ 💃🕺🏾🍹🚶🏻‍♂️‍➡️🐳 🚗 We suggest that you take Friday, 24th July off work, take a sickie or POETS to maximise your weekend away. 😉 🗓️ You may come and stay from Friday, 24th July until Sunday, 26th July. 🗓️ You may also use your annual leave to extend your weekend for few more days if you wish to explore the beautiful Central Coast. 🏨 Please check online asap to avoid disappointment for accommodation of your choice - hotel, motel, cabin, caravan park, Airbnb, glamping etc. 🏡 You may check accommodation in Newcastle, Norah Head, Lake Munmorah, Budgewoi, Toukley, Catherine Hill Bay, Swansea or anywhere you fancy. 📸 We will explore few places with a relaxing walks at Glenrock State Conservation Area, Newcastle - Merewether Ocean Baths, Dudley Beach, Burwood Beach, Glenrock Lagoon and awesome lookouts. 📸 Also Munmorah State Conservation Area - Lake Munmorah, Ghosties Beach, Caves Beach (during low tides), Frazer Beach, Snapper Point Cave, Gravelly Beach, Wybung Head, Budgewoi Peninsula and few gorgeous lookouts. 📝 Full itinerary will be communicated via group WhatsApp for this event upon confirmation. ⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ⚠️ 📝 TERMS & DISCLAIMER: Attending this event is voluntarily at your own risk. Organiser/s accepts no liability of any kind including injuries, accidents, misadventure etc during and after this event. For full disclosure on Public Waiver, please refer to Meetup Terms and Conditions and the front page of this group on ‘About Us’. ✅ You are responsible for looking after your own health, safety and belongings. ✅ You must take personal accountability for your own choices, actions and/or misadventure. ✅ You must also take care not to put other people at risk. ✅ Keep well back from cliff edges at all times, especially when taking photos. 💵 GRATUITY 💵 $20 per person (PRE PAID & non refundable if you cancel) for research and preparation for this exciting event. NOTE - All planned walks are included. 📱In order to confirm your spot, you must TEXT me for payment details. 📲 You may also make payment via PayID to my mobile: 0405038557 by Friday, 17th July. Ref: (your Meetup name) & Central Coast. ✅ Please TEXT me receipt of payment. 💬 Once payment received, you will be added to WhatsApp group chat on Saturday, 18th July for further details of this trip etc. 🚗 Please update on comments section if you require a carpool or have a spare seats with share petrol, wish to share a car hire, share an accommodation etc. 📱 Any other questions, please send me a TEXT message instead to avoid any confusion. Yes, TEXT message only! 🏖️ Sometimes nature is all we need. Let’s explore and enjoy the great outdoors! 🏖️ 🌿 Norra 😎 📱0405038557 (TEXT & PayID only)

Engadine to Heathcote via Woronora River, Mirang Pool and Lake Eckersley!

**If you like bush walking on unkept trails with a little bush-bashing, you’ll love this walk!** **We will meet at outside Engadine Train Station on the west side (for those of you directionally challenged, that is on the highway side platform of the station) at 9.30am sharp. The train from Central Leaves at 8.37am and arrives at Engadine at 9.27am** **From here we will walk through Engadine and make our way to the Ferntree Pipeline Trail.** **We follow it along for a while and then start our descend into the bush towards Heathcote Road. We will need to be VERY CAREFUL crossing this busy roadway as drivers do not expect pedestrians and tend to resist slowing down when they see one (don’t ask how I know, just accept that I know).** **Once we get to the other side (less those that didn’t make it Lol!), we will follow Scouters Mountain Trail down to the creek, cross it and then follow the rough fire trail which goes through a few ups and downs (actually, mostly ups).** **When the fire trail ends (rather abruptly), we bush-bash our way down to the Woronora River.** **We have lunch here on some very shady rocks next to the river, enjoying the bush environment. We might even see an echidna or two.** **Then we reunite with the Pipeline Track and follow it to Mirang Pool and then Lake Eckersley, a very tranquil corner of the Woronora River before returning the same way and continuing to Heathcote Train Station.** **There are some lovely views along the way with a wide-ranging number of native plants (a good deal of them in flower) and some native animals (which hang around close to the trail because it is not a common one).** **We will aim to finish at Heathcote by 3.30pm, maybe even earlier, and head to The Arbour for a well-earned drink, before catching a train back to the city.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISTANCE: About 15 kms.** **GRADE: Medium, with a few “up” hills.** **NOTE: No exit options along the way, unless in suburbia. Please let the Host know if you leave the walk.** **IMPORTANT INFORMATION:** · **Be Prepared: Wear comfortable shoes, bring at least 2L of water and dress for the weather. I would recommend hydralyte tablets, snacks and sun protection.** · **Follow Instructions: Please follow the instructions of the Host at all times and keep the Host within sight.** **RSVP Responsibly and Be Ontime at the Designated Meeting Point: Update your RSVP if you can’t make it.** **GRATUITY: $10 applies to this event which can be paid in cash on the day or PayID is 0439 344987 Cristian Sylvestre.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries.** **However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings.** **By RSVPing to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below:** **[https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers](https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers)** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **Any questions or concerns, please send me a TEXT message (0439 344 987) rather than unnecessary updates on the comments section.**

Bobbin Head Loop / Sphinx Trail and Bobbin Head 10kms Ku-ring-gai.

Royal NP at its best! Waterfall to Loftus via Forest Walk, Palona Cave & Audley

**Are you looking for a bit of adventure? This might be the walk for you!** **We will start at Waterfall Train Station.** **From here we will follow the track to the Forest Walk, a shady track that makes its way around Forest Island. On our way, there is only one moderate climb and one creek crossing where we might get wet feet if there has been significant recent rain. Forest Island is a sheltered rainforest ecological environment with ferns, palms, mosses, and creek scenery to admire. At the end, we will have a break at the Palona Picnic Area.** **From here, we will make our way to Palona Cave. We will explore the cave, a large limestone overhang featuring columns, stalactites and a little waterfall (a bit of scrambling will probably be required if you’d like to explore the waterfall). We will have lunch here.** **Then we'll return to Lady Carrington Drive, which is the first scenic route to be built through the National Park. It follows the Hacking River and took 3 years to build, opening in 1886.** **This will take us to Audley, where there are toilets and a café. We will have another break here.** **There is no opportunity to exit the walk until we reach Audley.** **From Audley, we ascend the Honeymoon Track up to Rawson Parade Track then on to finish at Loftus Train Station.** **We will aim to finish by 3.30pm, from where we can catch a train back to Sydney.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISTANCE: Around 20 km.** **GRADE: Medium, Grade 3.** **NOTE: Only get-out point is at Audley by Uber. Please let the Host know if you leave the walk.** **IMPORTANT INFORMATION:** · **Be Prepared: Wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring 2L of water (first refill at Audley) and dress for the weather. I would recommend hydralyte tablets, snacks, lunch and sun protection.** · **Follow Instructions: Please follow the instructions of the Host at all times and keep the Host within sight.** **RSVP Responsibly and Be Ontime at the Designated Meeting Point: Update your RSVP if you can’t make it.** **GRATUITY: $10 applies to this event which can be paid in cash on the day or PayID is 0439 344987 Cristian Sylvestre.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries.** **However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings.** **By RSVPing to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below:** **[https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers](https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers)** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **Any questions or concerns, please send me a TEXT message (0439 344 987) rather than unnecessary updates on the comments section.**

Berowra Creek - Source to Hawkbury 1

We are trying a new series. This idea is a series of hikes to explore Berowra Creek - its history and and its current vistas. This would also include side visits to stay in touch with the creek as we walk it's length. This is mostly bush trails, but initially some urban walking as (apparently) the Hornsby Rifle Range is more important. Wear: Trail runners, hiking shoes as this can be muddy/slippery, even if rain was several days ago. Bring: 2-3 liters of water - stay hydrated Public transport options: Note: The metro is out again. Train from Central to Pennant Hills Station 7:03am Platform 18 to Pennant Hills at 7:45am is best. 626 Bus from Stand A 8:05am (Pennant Hills Road side of Station) to Victoria Rd before Cardinal Ave stop We finish at Asquith station, so you can get public transport back to Pennant Hills - or wherever you need to get to. Starting point is [here](https://what3words.com/jets.below.plays) If getting the bus from Pennant Hills Station to the start meeting point is [here](https://what3words.com/fonts.tribal.chins), next to the Pennant Hills Pub and and you want 626 Bus, I (Chris) will be there