Canyoneering Sydney

Grand Canyon Track Hike

Mt Banks Summit via One Trail Loop Hike

Weekly Sunday Snorkelling 11am at Shelly Beach , Manly (unhosted)

Please note this is an unhosted event. Meet at 11am next to the bbq area in the shade. Please organise yourselves into buddy pairs for safety. Have fun! See videos of previous visits on YouTube @sydneysnorklingmeetup9611

George's River Sea to Source 1 - Kurnell to Woolooware

Update: Sorry all, I have to shift this by one week, as I have another commitment. This also resets our timing for some other members. We are starting a new series (more GNW to come - but later) The plan over winter is to walk all of the Georges River from Sea (Botany Bay) to Source (somewhere near Appin in Sydney's south) All up about 96 km, split into stages. First stage is Captain Cook's landing place to Cronulla station You get some history, some urban walks, and definitely good company. This is flat - so 16km is OK for this group. We are deliberately avoiding a boring walk- instead going past Cronulla Beach. We have allowed a generous 4 hours, and parking at the end allows some car-pooling options to get to the start or finish. Comment if you are looking for these options Start is WhatThreeWords. This is a bus stop labelled Prince Charles Pde before Captain Cook Drive, obviusly on Prince Chartles Pde. There is car parking there. **Public Transport** From Cronulla Station Route 987 at 7:45am gets to the start which is labelled **Prince Charles Pde before Captain Cook Drive**. Some of us will be on the bus, so look for the walkers/hikers if you have not joined before. Train from Central to Cronulla is Platform 25 at 6:22am - the next one "cuts it too fine". **Driving** I will park near Cronulla station and get the bus to the start. OK to drop people back to the start if you park at the start.

Yum Cha

Looks like Rhodes is a better location to most of us. 5 minutes walk from Rhodes train station. Free parking for 3 hours in the same shopping center, rumour says. As this group is a mixed Mandarin, Cantonese, Chaozhouese event, together with English-speaking Chinese, please kindly expect not everyone understand all languages. But you can make friends with people who speaks your langauge here. \*\* It is a very new group. We are also ++ participants from other Meetup groups and a new Facebook group. \*\*

Classic Grand Cliff Top Walk! From Leura to Scenic World.

**Be prepared for incredible views!** **This walk goes through a series of lookouts as we follow the restored sandstone track passing through countless waterfalls and ups/downs. It meanders through diverse flora and fauna that call the dense rainforest ecology home.** **We will start at Leura Train Station (meet outside the train station) at 9.50am sharp (a train leaves Central at 7:26am from Platform 18, change to a bus at Blacktown which arrives at Leura Train Station at 9.53am).** **From here we will make our way to Gordon Falls Picnic area and get on Prince Henry Cliff Walk and go past a number of lookouts including Elysiam Rock, Olympic Rosk, Tarpein Rock and others before reaching Leura Cascades.** **More lookouts on the way to Katoomba, taking in views over the Jamison Valley towards Mount Solitary, the Three Sisters and Echo Point.** **From here, we continue on the Prince Henry Cliff Walk to a number of other lookouts before passing Katoomba Falls and eventually arriving at Scenic World.** **There is the opportunity to exit the walk at some other places along the way.** **We will aim to finish by 3.00pm at Scenic World, from which we can catch a bus to Katoomba Train Station for a train back to Sydney.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISTANCE: 12 km.** **GRADE: Medium, Grade 3.** **NOTE: A few get out points along the way, especially close to Leura. Please let the Host know if you leave the walk.** **IMPORTANT INFORMATION:** · **Be Prepared: Wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring 2L of water (some refill points along the way) 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.**

Middle Cove Mangroves, Middle Cove

Today's HIKEFit program explores parts of Castle Cove… Although it feels like a flat walk, there are some good ups and downs. You can complete 8 km or the full 11 km and get around 400m in elevation. We will start at the steps heading into Scotts Creek. After passing the creek, we find a management for about 500 metres. Then we are back into the bush heading to FigTree Cove via the North Arm walking track. Find our more at [HIKEFit.au](https://sterlingfitness.com.au/hike-training-in-sydney/) #HIKEFit #HIKINGINSYDNEY #HIKESYDNEY #SYDNEYHIKING

Ikara Head-Thor Head-Asgard Swamp+.Blue Mountains NP. Mt Victoria

Swimming Holes 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_

Killarney Hills, Killarney

We are doing the Iconic Killarney Hills. I hope you can make it. We will meet on Cook Street in Forestville. This is a long hike covering mountain bike tracks, and incorporating lots of steps and undulations. We get a great break on the water at the halfway mark; this hike is all within the Garigal National Park. Poles are recommended. The first part of this hike is just under 10KM, but there is always an extension if you are tempted. Find our more at [HIKEFit.au](https://sterlingfitness.com.au/hike-training-in-sydney/) #HIKEFit #HIKINGINSYDNEY #HIKESYDNEY #SYDNEYHIKING

Lanecove Bushlands, Riverview

Beautiful light to medium walk in Lane Cove Bushland. We will explore the natural beauty of Northwood and Gore Creek as we head towards the Lane Cove Bushland and be amazed by such beauty. Find our more at [HIKEFit.au](https://sterlingfitness.com.au/hike-training-in-sydney/) #HIKEFit #HIKINGINSYDNEY #HIKESYDNEY #SYDNEYHIKING

Bouldering and Drinks (Beginners Welcome!)

Sydney Social Climbers is a group of social climbing enthusiasts who also enjoy a beer and a chat. We meet every Thursday 6:15PM, at Nomad Annandale climbing gym. **Schedule** 6:15PM - 6:30PM - Meet and Greet 6:30PM -8:15PM - Climbing 8:15PM-8:20PM - Regroup and leave for Pub 8:20PM Onwards - Dinner & Drinks at The Annandale Hotel **What is Bouldering?** Bouldering is rock climbing without ropes or harnesses. The challenge is to climb short but tricky routes using balance, technique, and strength. It's a high-intensity exercise that strengthens many of the major muscles of the body, and in particular your core, back, shoulders, arms, hands, and grip. It can also help improve your sport climbing technique. Bouldering routes are set for beginners and up to advanced climbers at the gym. Whatever your level, we welcome everyone! **Cost:** No meetup charge, Gym entry is a discounted price of $18 including shoes hire (regular price of $25, tell the gym staff you're with the meetup when checking in and they'll check you off this list) *Gym Membership options available in store* **What to bring / wear:** Clothes comfortable for exercising Climbing shoes (free shoes hire for meetup members - ask staff)