Bushcraft Sydney

🌲Bundanoon Day Out @ Morton NP - Fairy Bower Falls & lookouts 🌿🐦‍⬛🧘🧘‍♀️

🚗 Let’s explore Bundanoon in the Southern Highlands and Morton National Park. 🏞️ ⚠️ FOR YOUR SAFETY & ENJOYMENT, PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION BELOW FULLY BEFORE YOU CLICK ‘Attend’! 🏨 You may stay at a hotel, motel, holiday park, Airbnb, camping, glamping or any accommodation you fancy for the weekend to explore Bowral, Berrima, Mittagong, Sutton Forest, Bundanoon, Moss Vale, Robertson etc. 🏡 ******************************************** 🗓 DATE: Saturday, 5 September 2026. ⏰ MEETING TIME: 9.45am. 🅿️ MEETING POINT: Santi Forest Monastery, 100 Coalmines Rd, BUNDANOON NSW 2578 ℹ Refer website for exact location & info: https://santifm.org/santi/ 🥾 DISTANCE: Easy short walk at the monastery. 📸 WHAT TO EXPECT: 🧘‍♀️ Let’s enjoy the serenity at this peaceful monastery. You do not need to be Buddhist to visit the monastery. 🧘 You may participate in the meditation and/or discussion with the monks. ☕️ There is a daily lunch time service that takes place at 10:45am which anyone can participate in. 🥪 Please BYO packed lunch and any food, snacks or cash donation if you wish. ℹ️ Frequently Asked Questions: https://santiforestmonastery.org/faq/ 🚗 After spending time at the monastery, we will continue our exciting adventure at: 🥾 Fairy Bower Falls Walk & Lookouts - 6km return loop. 🅿️ MEETING POINT: 📍GPS coordinates: -34.67955, 150.30309 🚗 About 15 minutes drive from Santi Monastery. Refer photo maps no. 3 for driving directions. 🥾 GRADE: Moderate/slightly Hard on a steady pace, not snail pace! 💪🏽 Reasonable fitness recommended due to uneven rocky surfaces, ups and down hills, steep stairs, creek crossings, rock scramblings and a bit of bush bashing at few overgrown sections. 💪🏽 Tracks expected to be wet, muddy and slippery at few sections. 🚗 We may visit another lookouts nearby once we finish this exhilarating walk. ⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ⚠️ 📝 TERMS & DISCLAIMER: ℹ️ 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. ℹ️ 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. ❎ If you do not wish to be photographed (randomly or group photos), please DO NOT join this event! ❎ 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. ✅ If something’s come up, please Edit your RSVP to ‘Not Going’ asap at least by 7pm the day before. It’s only take a second!
❎ Late cancellation or No Show would not be tolerated. You will forfeit the opportunity to join my future events! 🎒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. Also any food donations for the monastery if you wish. 🧢 Hat, sunscreen, insect repellent ie: Bushman or Aerogard and hand sanitiser. ⛑ Basic First Aid Kit - BandAids, bandages, antibacterial wipes etc. 🧥Light raincoat or a poncho just in case of wet weather. ******************************************** 💵 GRATUITY/CONTRIBUTION: 💰$10 CASH per person for this event to be collected upon arrival. ✅ Please bring correct change on the day to speed up the meet and greet. 📲 Or PayID to my mobile: 0405038557. Ref: (your Meetup name) & Bundanoon. ✅ Please get it done asap upon arrival and TEXT me receipt of payment. Thanks! ******************************************** 🚙 Drivers - please offer a lift from your closest train station with share costs. 🎒Passengers - please update on comments section for a carpool with share petrol. 🚗 Few of us including myself will be camping for the weekend at: 🏕️ Wingello State Forest Campground 🏕️ https://share.google/nmQ3BOkGOd1o1VQGW 🚗 ⛺️ You may like to try easy camping (next to your car). Refer separate camping event for further details. 📲 Any questions or concerns, please send me a TEXT message instead to avoid any confusion with unnecessary updates on comments section. ❗️NOTE - I do not answer calls or text messages after meeting time! 🌿 Let’s explore and enjoy the great outdoors! 🌿 Norra 😎 🧘‍♂️ 📱0405038557 (TEXT & PayID only)

Crafty Creations Group

**Your monthly dose of creativity & community.** Welcome to the Beverly Hills Craft-ernoon! Got a knitting project you can’t seem to finish? Eager to meet other creative people in your corner of Sydney? Or just looking for a welcoming space to relax and make something with your hands? Our community Craft-ernoon is for you. Think of it as a creative hub for everyone—from kids discovering the joy of glitter glue to seniors sharing a lifetime of skills. It’s a relaxed, unstructured afternoon to connect with neighbours of all ages. **What to bring:** * **Your current project:** Whether it’s crochet, sketching, or scrapbooking, bring it along! * **Just yourself!** If you don’t have a project, don't worry. We’d love your help knitting or sewing a "Trauma Teddy" to comfort someone in need. All materials are provided. * **The kids!** We’ll have a station with simpler crafts ready for little hands. **All the nitty-gritty:** * **When:** 2pm on the first Saturday of every month * **Where:** Beverly Hills Baptist Church, 9 Warrawee Place, Beverly Hills (sadly, the one near Hurstville, not LA!). We're in the main hall at the back of the building. * **Cost:** Free! Seriously. We’re happy to provide the space and materials. * **Parking:** Warrawee Place can be tight, so try Tooronga Terrace or Ponyara Road for more spots. **A note from our hosts** Beverly Hills Baptist Church is delighted to host this community gathering. Our goal is simple: to provide a warm, welcoming space for people to connect and create. There are no strings attached, no religious program—just good company and craft. Everyone is welcome, exactly as you are. **Questions or ideas? Get in touch!** Alison: 0414 810 137 \| [alisonleader@gmail.com](https://www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=mailto%3Aalisonleader%40gmail.com) [bhb.org.au](https://www.google.com/url?sa=E&q=https%3A%2F%2Fbhb.org.au%2F)

🌸🌸CQ🌸WATSONS BAY🌸HARBOUR FORESHORE🌸PADDINGTON RESERVOIR 🌸

MEETING: Circular Quay Wharf 2 🌸✈️🌸 TIME: 10:05, for the 10:15 ferry 🌸⏰🌸 DETAILS: We take the ferry from CQ across Sydney Harbour to Watsons Bay. The walk hugs the Harbour foreshore via Vaucluse, The Hermitage track, Rose Bay, Double Bay, Darling Point, Rushcutters Bay then through historic Paddington to The Reservoir 🌸⛱🌸 LUNCH: Rose Bay, Lyne Park 🌸🍽🌸 COST:💲5️⃣ cash gratuity or (donation)for this walk.💵 🌸💲🌸 DISTANCE: 1️⃣4️⃣kms 🌸🦋🌸 THIS WALK IS GRADED AS: Absolutely stunning! A few ups and downs 🌸☀️🌸 * GET OUT POINTS: the entire way 🌸🚦🌸 TRANSPORT: Ferry to Watsons Bay, bus return to the city from Paddington 🌸✈️🌸 GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING: 🌸💃🌸 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BRING A FRIEND PLEASE MESSAGE ME, unfortunately only the 2 legged kind, and not the 4 legged kind are included. 🌸🥰🌸 I am always open to suggestions if there is a destination/hike/walk you’d like to do…just message me 🌸 👣🌸 A heads up for newcomers and first timers. Our walking group is a fabulous Melting Pot of cultures, backgrounds, professions and life experiences. We love our Walks. We are INCLUSIVE OF EVERYONE………if you’re: kind, nice, fun, polite and respectful. 🌸😘🌸 On that note…. In recent times my walks are at capacity, which I’m capping at 40. Regulars, regardless of numbers are always welcome….just PM me if you’re on a waitlist. 🌸♥️🌸 We walk at a medium pace of 4kms per hour, stopping for breaks and to take in the views. It is a reasonable expectation that the group stays together. It is your responsibility to stay in line of sight. If you cannot walk at this pace, I will let you know of the next get out point. This is not negotiable. 🌸🐌🌸 As this is a walking group, bikes, ebikes, scooters, escooters, and pogo sticks are not compatible or welcome. 🌸👣🌸 Grading for my walks:
Easy: Mainly flat, suburban, loads of get out points, up to 14kms.
Easy-Medium: some stairs, a few uneven surfaces, up to 15kms.
Medium: Stairs, rocks, coastal beaches/sand, ups, downs, get out points limited, up to 17kms
Medium-Hard: uneven surfaces, need to take extreme care and be hike fit. Few get out points. Tracks, uneven surfaces, steep inclinations and limited resources. 🌸👯‍♀️🌸 WALKING GUIDELINES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 🌸✍️🌸 Carry sufficient food and water (2 litres) for the expected conditions of the walk. Pls don’t separate from the group, unless you let someone know, preferably me. The waitlist is completely discretionary….reliable regulars will ALWAYS be included. 🆗……….If you are a no show, you will not be welcome to join a future walk with me. (It’s a courtesy kind of thing). If people are on the waitlist, it is also very inconsiderate. Marking yourself as “Not Going” within 2 hours of departure does not allow reasonable time to notify anyone on the waitlist. 🌸🙅‍♀️🌸 On the odd occasion, the walk may change from the schedule, due to weather, unforeseen track obstacles OR emergency situations. 🌸🤞🌸 Please make sure your conversation is always courteous to other group members. 🌸😍🌸 PS…. IF YOUR ID PIC IS OF A COFFEE CUP, YOUR DOG OR CAT, A VIEW, and not a picture of you…You’ll stay waitlisted. 🌸❌🌸 SAFETY WARNING: Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Stay within sight of the group at all times. 🌸🔴🟢⚫️🟠🔵🟡🟣🟤🌸 DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority, 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 RSVP 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/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers 🌸☀️🌸 HAPPY WALKING 🍃🌸🌿🌸🌿🌸🍃 xxLisa

Manly Business Networking

Same great networking just under new management! Casual Business Networking in Manly focused on bringing business owners and professionals together to build your business network. Join us at the **Hotel Steyne** for a Business Networking event focused on bringing small to medium business owners and leaders together where we can mingle, support and grow our businesses together! This event is designed to facilitate meaningful connections and collaborations within the business community that can lead to mutual success. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this is a great opportunity to expand your network and explore potential partnerships. No fluff. No hard sells. Just genuine conversations with people who get it. **A quick note from me:** We are honoured to be taking over as hosts of Manly Business Network from Genine. We’d like to sincerely thank her for the incredible work she has done building this community and creating a welcoming environment where local business owners can connect, collaborate and support one another. The success of this event is a testament to the energy, commitment and care she has invested over the years. Our goal is to build on the strong foundation Genine has created and continue providing a space where genuine business relationships can flourish and opportunities can grow naturally. Thank you, Genine, for everything you’ve done for the Manly business community. Reserve your spot now, mark it in your calendar, and we look forward to welcoming you on the day! Andy Sephton, Creative Kiwi Animations & Jonathan Sharp, Team Fun!

🌸🌸ALLENBY FALLS🌸MANLY DAM🌸FAIRLIGHT BEACH🌸MANLY COVE🌸🌸

MEETING: Carrington St, Wynyard. Stand B, for the B1 bus 🌸✈️🌸 TIME: 10am 🌸⏰🌸 DETAILS: Catching the bus to Warringah Mall, and heaading to Allenby Park, an oasis in the middle of suburbia, where we find Allenby Falls. We continue on to Manly Dam, another oasis, then via local streets to Harbourside FAIRLIGHT and on to Manly Wharf for the ferry ride back to Circular Quay 🌸⛱🌸 LUNCH: on the shores of Manly Dam 🌸🍽🌸 COST:💲5️⃣ cash gratuity or (donation)for this walk.💵 🌸💲🌸 DISTANCE: 1️⃣4️⃣kms 🌸🦋🌸 THIS WALK IS GRADED AS: An escape from the city, whilst being in the middle of eat. A few stairs, but easy peasy. 🌸☀️🌸 GET OUT POINTS: the entire way 🌸🚦🌸 TRANSPORT: B1 bus to the start… glorious ferry ride home 🌸✈️🌸 GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING: 🌸💃🌸 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BRING A FRIEND PLEASE MESSAGE ME, unfortunately only the 2 legged kind, and not the 4 legged kind are included. 🌸🥰🌸 I am always open to suggestions if there is a destination/hike/walk you’d like to do…just message me 🌸 👣🌸 A heads up for newcomers and first timers. Our walking group is a fabulous Melting Pot of cultures, backgrounds, professions and life experiences. We love our Walks. We are INCLUSIVE OF EVERYONE………if you’re: kind, nice, fun, polite and respectful. 🌸😘🌸 On that note…. In recent times my walks are at capacity, which I’m capping at 40. Regulars, regardless of numbers are always welcome….just PM me if you’re on a waitlist. 🌸♥️🌸 We walk at a medium pace of 4kms per hour, stopping for breaks and to take in the views. It is a reasonable expectation that the group stays together. It is your responsibility to stay in line of sight. If you cannot walk at this pace, I will let you know of the next get out point. This is not negotiable. 🌸🐌🌸 As this is a walking group, bikes, ebikes, scooters, escooters, and pogo sticks are not compatible or welcome. 🌸👣🌸 Grading for my walks:
Easy: Mainly flat, suburban, loads of get out points, up to 14kms.
Easy-Medium: some stairs, a few uneven surfaces, up to 15kms.
Medium: Stairs, rocks, coastal beaches/sand, ups, downs, get out points limited, up to 17kms
Medium-Hard: uneven surfaces, need to take extreme care and be hike fit. Few get out points. Tracks, uneven surfaces, steep inclinations and limited resources. 🌸👯‍♀️🌸 WALKING GUIDELINES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 🌸✍️🌸 Carry sufficient food and water (2 litres) for the expected conditions of the walk. Pls don’t separate from the group, unless you let someone know, preferably me. The waitlist is completely discretionary….reliable regulars will ALWAYS be included. 🆗……….If you are a no show, you will not be welcome to join a future walk with me. (It’s a courtesy kind of thing). If people are on the waitlist, it is also very inconsiderate. Marking yourself as “Not Going” within 2 hours of departure does not allow reasonable time to notify anyone on the waitlist. 🌸🙅‍♀️🌸 On the odd occasion, the walk may change from the schedule, due to weather, unforeseen track obstacles OR emergency situations. 🌸🤞🌸 Please make sure your conversation is always courteous to other group members. 🌸😍🌸 PS…. IF YOUR ID PIC IS OF A COFFEE CUP, YOUR DOG OR CAT, A VIEW, and not a picture of you…You’ll stay waitlisted. 🌸❌🌸 SAFETY WARNING: Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Stay within sight of the group at all times. 🌸🔴🟢⚫️🟠🔵🟡🟣🟤🌸 DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority, 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 RSVP 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/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers 🌸☀️🌸 HAPPY WALKING 🍃🌸🌿🌸🌿🌸🍃 xxLisa

Afternoon Networking Drinks #32

👋 UX Designers of Sydney! Welcome to our second **Saturday Afternoon** event! Since it went so well last time, i thought it would be fun to try another event on a Saturday afternoon. If anyone is left at around 7pm - we could go for dinner nearby too! **Event highlights:** ✅ **Japanese themed bar:** Come try some amazing Japanese beer and whisky! ✅ **Networking opportunities:** Expand your network of designers and make connections that last. ✅ **Relaxed, friendly vibe:** No formal talks or speeches - just great conversations in a relaxed environment. **Venue information:** * This month you will find us at an awesome Japanese sports bar in the leafy suburb of Crows Nest, right near the metro station! Check them out on socials: https://www.instagram.com/ichirosbar/ **How to find us:** Find the building entrance and head straight up to the second floor - we will have a Meetup Sign on our table! **Join our What'sApp group:**
 Since Meetup has removed the event chat feature, [please join this WhatsApp group](https://tinyurl.com/uxad2026) for the latest event updates! Cheers, Josh (Organiser) Liam (Co-host)

Sassafras Gully and Magdala Gully Loop Hike

🚗🌲🌼 Spring Weekend Getaway - Southern Highlands 🌲🌿🍇

🚙 Let’s explore Southern Highlands with beautiful lush scenery of State Forest, Morton National Park, cool climate wineries, historic charming villages and more. 🌈 🌿🌲 🌼 🍇 🏨 You may stay at a hotel, motel, holiday park, Airbnb, camping, glamping or any accommodation you fancy for the weekend to explore Bowral, Berrima, Mittagong, Sutton Forest, Bundanoon, Moss Vale, Robertson etc. 🚗 We suggest that you take Friday, 4th September off work, chuck a sickie or POETS to maximise your weekend getaway. 🚙 You may come and leave at anytime. 📝 Plenty of things to see and do. 😉 https://share.google/zX4b4eRPos4MC6zxy https://share.google/Mh2FsFryuuYgFsc2h 🍇 A food & drinks guide to the Southern Highlands https://share.google/Q9NU9FSlXWsu3m4qw 🌲 You may also like to try out easy camping (next to your car) at Wingello State Forest: 🏕️ HQ Camp Wingello State Forest 🏕️ Forest Rd, Wingello NSW 2579 🌲 Wingello Forest Recreation Area is located within the Wingello State Forest, four kilometres South East of Wingello Village. Refer photo no. 2 and the website for further information: https://share.google/ZJ7HL9eNImIx2F189 ⚠️ 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. 🚗 WHAT TO BRING (CAMPERS) 🚗 ⛺️ All creature comforts including camping gear - tent, sleeping bag, blankets etc. 🚙 You may also sleep in your car. 💦 Food, snacks, drinking & washing water at least 15 litres (no tap water), portable stove, fold up table, chairs, plates, mug, utensils, cutlery, wash basin, dish liquid, gazebo & garbage bags. 🔦 Torch or headlight, tent light, camp light, powerbank etc. 🧥 Warm jacket, thermals and warm clothes. It’s cooler temperature at night. 🔥 A bag of firewood (if No Fire Ban). I will check RFS website closer to the date. 🛒 Bring everything you can think that fits in your car including kitchen sink! 🪣 🚻 Toilets: Basic long-drop toilet facilities are available onsite. 💦 Water: No drinking water or showers. You must bring all of your own fresh water. ⛺️ I have basic shower tent that you’re welcome to use. BYO water, shower gel & towel. 🚮 No bins provided. You must carry out all rubbish you bring in. 🛜 No powered sites. No electricity available. Internet connection may be patchy at some areas. 🏕️ Campsites are unmarked on first come first served. 🚙 Campground is accessible by regular 2WD or campervan. 📝 ITINERARY: 🗓️ Refer separate Meetup event description for day trip on Saturday, 5th September. 🗓️ Optional day out on Sunday, 6th September, sunset walk, glow worm walk etc will be updated on group WhatsApp upon confirmation. 💵 GRATUITY/CONTRIBUTION 💵 💰 $20 per person (PRE-PAID & non refundable if you cancel or No Show) for research and preparation for this exciting event. 📲 In order to confirm your spot, you must TEXT me for payment details. 📲 You may also make a payment via PayID to my mobile: 0405038557 by cob Friday, 28th August. Ref: (your Meetup name) & Wingello. ✅ Please TEXT me receipt of payment. 💬 Once payment received, you will be added to WhatsApp group chat on Saturday, 29th August for further details of this trip. 🚗 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, wish to know more about camping etc. 📲 Any 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)

Kurnell Coast. Clifftop walk, beautiful sandstone, Cape Bailey lighthouse.

**Sep 6 KURNELL COAST WALK** Superb vistas over land and sea. Walk follows the coastline south, round Cape Solander, to Cape Bailey lighthouse and back. **Meet** near the Park entrance sign (Captain Cook Dr/Polo St, Kurnell). (11 km, low) **Bring** comfortable walking shoes,rain jacket, lunch, water (1L or more). Grading (time/distance/ruggedness/amount of uphill). EAPT = Easy access by public transport, CA = Coffee afterwards Walks leader will be Hans Britz (mob. 0409-918-672)

🍃 Harbour to Hawkesbury Bushwalk: Spit Bridge to Lindfield (~22km)

Embark on a full-day exploration of Garigal National Park and the stunning Middle Harbour Creek, right here in the city! This challenging trek covers over 22km (map and offline route in TrekMeet), offering an incredible mix of deep bushland, waterside views, and historic sites. Good fitness is essential, as we will maintain a steady pace of around 4km/h with short breaks. Before you RSVP, be sure to read the full description: * **Difficulty and Terrain:** Medium to Hard. Expect mostly rugged bushland and harbourside tracks connected by a few paved streets and reserves, featuring multiple steep elevation gains. * **Start:** 9:00 AM sharp at the Spit West Reserve Bus Stop (please arrive 5-10 minutes early so we can head off on time). **Finish:** Lindfield Station. * **Route:** We will follow the famous Harbour to Hawkesbury track, venturing into Garigal National Park to skirt the scenic edges of Bantry Bay and follow Middle Harbour Creek. After crossing the Roseville Bridge, we will continue exploring the western side of Garigal before finally leaving the national park and navigating the local streets to our finish point at Lindfield Station. * **Gratuity:** A $5 contribution is appreciated to help cover our Meetup subscription and group running costs. Carry Cash or ask for PayID. * **TrekMeet Event URL**: If you've beta access, then please RSVP on TrekMeet here (message me if you'd like to join, its offline capable and ad-free) - [https://trekmeet.com/event/17537785-c90c-4ae8-8738-167f7dca2a9d?from=9xOdy7cJLyewPf1Nkak5XAkdmtI2](https://trekmeet.com/event/17537785-c90c-4ae8-8738-167f7dca2a9d?from=9xOdy7cJLyewPf1Nkak5XAkdmtI2) **Important:** * **What to Bring:** Wear proper hiking shoes, bring **ample hydration and electolytes (Minimum 2 L of water- No refill available), pack enough snacks/lunch,** sunscreen, hat, and weather protection, **basic first-aid.** * **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/)

Northern Beaches; Manly to Dee Why via Curl Curl

A spectacular coastal walk from Manly Wharf to Dee Why. Have some lunch in Manly, before you start the walk. Once we Blast Off, we will walk through the Manly Corso and continue along the beach as we head north towards Queenscliff. There are many water stations and toilets on the this beautiful coastal walk, which includes, bitumen, concrete, boardwalks & dirt, just to mix it up. We will walk on a boardwalk over the sandstone rocks through Freshwater towards Curl Curl, which has a commanding view over the worlds largest ocean - Pacific Ocean. We will continue around Curl Curl Lagoon, passing the famous statue of Duke Kahanamoku who introduced surfing in Australia, right here at Freshwater Beach. Crossing the main bridge over the lagoon we climb towards the headland. Here we will move towards dirt, higher elevation with lots of steps. We arrive into Dee Why Beach and then continue towards the main bus stop or dinner option. Beautiful Nature and lots of Bird, Tree & Plant Life throughout this walk. Once we arrive Dee Why, you can attend our optional dinner spot with special discounts for meals and drinks as you are a VIP. Start Point: Manly / Finish Point: Dee Why. Distance: 8km (approx.) Please bring; snacks, hat, sunglasses, 2 litres of filtered water but there are many places to fill up. Note: You can pick up a Yummy Dinner in Dee Why, however please advise if you would like to attend dinner as I must pre-book. Transport Option's; Ferry, Bus or Car to Starting Point. Ferry Option: F1 Circular Quay to Manly 12:30 / 12:52. Gratuity: This is a Free Walk. Walk Information Key; 8SM3. Explanation of the Walk Information Key; 1. The first number is the distance in kilometres. 2. The next letter stands for the height of the hills: S = Small Hills under 50 metres high, so fairly flat, M = Medium Hills, between 50-100 metres high & B = Big Hills, over 100 metres high. 3. The next letter stands for the type of track: S = Sealed, Mainly concrete or bitumen, M = Mix of concrete or bitumen & dirt, sand or mud & D = Mainly grass, dirt, sand & mud. 4. Average speed per kilometres per hour, while we are moving. By RSVPing to this event you (and your guests) agree to and are bound by the terms and conditions as follows; By joining this event you 100% agree, that you are responsible for your own safety, including injuries or damages to your belongings before, during or after the event. You are participating voluntarily, with an understanding of your ability and competency knowing there are risks involved that could lead to serious injuries or even death. As organisers and leaders we take safety as highly important and as much as we hope you have a great time and enjoy the event / Adventure, we also make sure you understand that you and your guests come at your own risk and neither the organiser or leader accepts any liability. It is your responsibility to follow all State & Federal Laws and Acts, that may apply at the time of the event.

Catamaran sailing Lake Macquarie (camping caravan park)

Please email directly and supply information below, as well as RSVP. Also use email for queries (not Meetup messages). Cost and more details are below. Enjoy pretty Lake Macquarie (2 hours from Sydney) while zipping along on our catamarans and getting a good introduction to sailing. More exciting than being on a yacht ! We have 18-foot, 16-foot and 14-foot catamarans. No experience is required. Come for either the weekend or a day (we recommend coming for the weekend). Email Mark Lovi (yhasailingbookings@gmail.com) as well as RSVPing. He will then send you details. In your email, please advise the following: * Do you have your own transport ? If so, are you prepared to give others lifts ? * If you don't have your own transport, what suburb do you live in ? * Contact phone number. * Do you have a tent ? We can hire but you must have your own sleeping bag. * Can you swim (we wear lifejackets but cannot take non-swimmers) * Are you reasonably agile ? We don’t need super athletes, but you are sitting on a flat deck (not a seat) and you need to be able to move 3 metres to the other side of the boat at reasonable speed. A simple test is whether you can lie flat on a carpet and stand up within 4 seconds without using furniture. * We cannot take people weighing more than 95 kg (even if agile). COST: Sailing fee $70 (weekend); $40 (day), camping $26, lift $15, tent hire $10. You need your own sleeping bag. This is a group event and requires people to be on time to assist in rigging boats. If coming Saturday, arrive by 10:00 am ready for the outdoors. If coming for the day only be prepared to stay until 6pm. For Sunday, be prepared to arrive by 9am and stay until 5pm. Camping is at a caravan park with facilities. We are a long-established sailing group run by the YHA. We hold sailing weekends every 4 weeks. NO SAILING EXPERIENCE IS NECESSARY. Catamaran sailing is a fun and exciting way to experience the water, as the boats zip along in the wind. The boats are easy to sail and offer a good opportunity for anyone who wants to learn or experience sailing by getting some practice on either handling the jib, trapezing (hanging out the side of the boat on a harness) or skippering. We are not a "racing" group, we just like to be on the water and away from Sydney for a weekend, taking it easy.