1970s NYC Disco Joint! Whale Hike First!!!
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Solo travelling up the coast, I recall a Byron Bay Ranger telling me: "When whaling was outlawed in the 1970s, the population coming up from Antarctica was under 100."
Today? In May 2026? It's over 40,000. Let's hike. Let's perve at some whales. Then? Let's check out Sydney's coolest new cocktail joint with the best Happy Hour prices going...
FIRST... a new rule as we've grown to 6,000 hikers. Team, I'm spending about 1.5hrs a week chasing people down to join the whatsapp group for each hike. New hikers. Regular hikers. I'm very well over it. You must join the whatsapp group if you want to come on hikes - or? Well, you miss out. It's easy: a) Hit the "Attend" button on MeetUp, then b) Come back here, and CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE WHATSAPP GROUP. Thanks! :)
THE HIKE.
Bondi to Coogee is the famous one... sure. But Bondi up to Watson's Bay is quietly gorgeous with equally stunning views. Whale watching tours start in early May - let's hope we're luck to see them. Bondi. Diamond Bay. Vaucluse. Watson's Bay & Hornby Lighthouse... it's perfect whale viewing over this 10kms journey.
THE RAZZ ROOM.
Well, I found it - the best new joint in the CBD with an amazing 4-6pm Happy Hour ("Velvet Hour") - cheap wine, beer, cocktails and "Royale Cheeseburger". 1970s NYC disco vibes... sounds fahkin' fantastic!
After the hike, we'll jump on the Watson's Bay to CBD ferry (10/10 if you're new to the city). You'll have an hour to change (plan wisely) in a Fitness First bathroom or Westfield CBD has a huuuuuge changeroom I know of that's 2 blocks from The Razz Room - easy (we'll discuss in Whatsapp).
Post 6pm? Sheez who knows... let's see where Saturday nite takes us.
This. Will. Be. Funnnnnnn!
See you there. MJ
THE DETAILS.
WHATSAPP. You’re not 100% confirmed unless you’re in the whatsapp group. We love it, we use it! Join the WHATSAPP GROUP for this event, as it allows us to communicate on the day. Click on the link (above) – if not, sadly you’ll be removed from the event on MeetUP.
Cancels / No shows. Treat your RSVP like a restaurant reservation. No show / cancel on the day? That restaurant is my hiking group – you won’t be welcomed in the future. Respect and manners matter as I put my credit card down for your reservation.
Gratuity. $10 PayID or Cash.
Safety. Let’s chat, let’s have some laughs… but let’s be safe.
Fitness. Yup. Fitness matters for all of our hikes – especially if we are going into National Park.
Guests. Bring mates, dates, co-workers.
Good energy, smiles, and laughs… Bring ‘em all! You’re joining the most fun hiking group in Sydney.
In pressing the “Attend” button for this hike, you acknowledge that:
a) You are healthy and fit to complete the hike describe;
b) You have read and will follow NSW National Parks Bushwalking Safety Guidelines for this hike;
c) You have no chronic / underlying health issues that deter you from completing this hike;
d) You understand your host is just that – your host, not a professional hiker – and that you and you alone are responsible for your hiking health, safety, and wellness;
e) You’ve been advised to download the “Emergency Plus App” and
f) You’ve been advised to obtain individual hiking insurance from 1Cover.
g) Over 60yrs old, and new to the group? Send me a note first please.