Beginner Hiking Sydney

HIKEFit_EXpress - Summit Sessions

**Feeling unsure about hiking?** You’re not alone. Many new hikers worry about endurance, steep trails, or what gear to use. **HIKEFit_EXpress – Summit Sessions** is designed to help you start hiking confidently — at your own pace — while building fitness, strength, and trail skills. ## **What You’ll Do in Each 60-Minute Session** **40 Minutes of Guided Hiking** * Explore beginner-friendly local trails * Build stamina gradually without feeling overwhelmed * Enjoy the outdoors in a supportive, encouraging environment **20 Minutes of Strength & Balance Training** * Exercises to support hiking muscles * Improve stability, flexibility, and injury prevention * Perfect for all fitness levels ## **Learn More Than Just Fitness** In **Summit Sessions**, you’ll also: * Get essential **gear tips** for safe and comfortable hikes * Discover **local trails** perfect for beginners * Learn about **longer hikes and international treks** so you can plan future adventures with confidence * Connect with a friendly community of fellow new hikers ## **Why Join HIKEFit_EXpress – Summit Sessions?** * Build endurance and strength **gradually**, without pressure * Gain confidence to tackle your first 2–3 hour hike * Learn skills that make hiking enjoyable and safe * Start your mornings energized and inspired

11kms Beaches to Malabar Headland Hike!!! Microbrew & Food Truck Finish!

Beach to National Park Headland to Microwbrew & Greek Food Truck?!?! Absolutely. Team, how have we not been to Botany’s microbrews? Looks like there’s a few of them with a stunning hike in between. Let’s check it out for a cracker of a Sunday session. THE HIKE. 11kms. Coogee Beach… we all know it. It’s a beauty. We'll meet just by Coogee Pavilion at that huge chair in the grass - it's actually a sculpture called "The Impressionists' Seat"... hiking along beautiful Coogee Beach. South Coogee turns a bit more tranquil with gorgeous cliff views and crazy-beautiful homes. We’ll twist and turn to Maroubra Rocks and Beach… looooovely spots. The rockpool at Maroubra is one of the prettiest on the coast. To Malabar Headland we goooooooooo! I don’t think I’ve ever done it, and it looks a treat. Around to Malabar Beach then a 1km neighbourhood walk to the bus, and One Drop Brewing Co. is close (if you have to leave after the hike, that’s understandable – it’s Sunday after all). Botany has quite a few microwbrews (who knew), and One Drop is super excited to host us. I’ve chosen this one ‘cause Avli Greek Food Truck will be on site… who doesn’t love a beer and gyro post hike! Yes. A perfect Sunday Session. The 309 bus is close by and drops at Redfern. **THE OTHER STUFF** a) **Be on time.** If you’re late? Catch up. Please don't call, message. Just catch up. b) **$10** Cash or PayID. c) **Fitness matters here.** Sure, the pubs sound great, but we are hiking in National Park. Be prepared. d) **Honour your RSVP.** No shows get banned from the group. **I put my credit card down for a reservation – your reservation.** e) Bring mates, dates, etc... f) **[JOIN OUR WHATSAPP GROUP HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/INreRZWllSz24JVvPJ2DUj?mode=gi_t)** ***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](https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/safety/bushwalking-safety) 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](https://www.1cover.com.au/adventure-travel-insurance/hiking-trekking/?utm_source=google&utm_source_platform=gads&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=13564994076&utm_term=adventure%20travel%20insurance&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=13564994076&gbraid=0AAAAAD_bfRAu6Io5ZkHeiIYCP_evtsQ_z&gclid=CjwKCAjwz5nGBhBBEiwA-W6XRLm8Itjn1am8sdPMxVhBtRmsDOWkolLlVATJcXW5jW-9JgB7hb9kMhoC7M0QAvD_BwE). g) Over 60yrs old, and new to the group? Awesome! Send me a note first please - let's chat about your hiking experience and fitness.

Deep Pass Canyon Hike

EASY WALK & KAYAK ADVENTURE DAY - 5km forest walk + 2hr kayak - Narrabeen

Let's make the most of this last week of summer with an easy adventure which is the very best of bush and water experiences in Sydney. From Narrabeen shops we'll catch a quick bus to the top of the Garigal National Park escarpment and do a super easy walk downhill on a beautiful rainforest trail. At the bottom we stop for lunch, and the organiser transfers everyone a short way by car to the local kayak shop, where we hire kayaks to cruise on the beautiful protected lagoon for 2 hours, finishing back at our morning start point by about 3pm. Afterwards join us for drinks and fab food at the local texmex bar right by the lake. What better way to spend a Sunday? . **THE PLAN** **Optional pre-start coffee & breakfast**: We'll be gathering from 8.15am at the [Grumpy Expresso Bar](https://grumpyexpresso1417.com.au/) (next to our start point at the Narrabeen B-Line bus stop, Pittwater Rd, Narrabeen). There is a toilet here. **Official start** Meet the group at 9.15am SHARP at the B-Line bus stop next to the Grumpy Expresso Bar. **Quick bus trip to start of bushwalk** We'll catch two connecting buses up to the top of Garigal National Park escarpment to the start of the forest trail - total 30 minutes bus trip. Don't forget your Opal card. **Easy downhill bushwalk** * First a 1 km flat fire trail across the edge of the escarpment. Stop for morning break at dramatic crags with epic views of valleys and ocean. * Then walk another 1 km downhill to enter a beautiful dark magical rainforest, and follow it for 3km along a flat trail to a lovely park by Narrabeen lagoon. * Stop for picnic lunch, water refills, toilet break. * During lunch the organiser will ferry everyone by car 4km back to the kayak shop. **Easy 2 hour kayak session** * Check in at the kayak shop and pay for our hire kayaks ($40 per person for 2 hours). * The group paddles slow around the lagoon, between the beautiful islands, pausing at the big sand dunes and beach for big views of the coast, and slow paddle back to the shop. Total paddle 5 - 7 km, distance to be managed depending on how much energy everyone has, nothing too hard or rushed. * Aim to finish 3.00-3.30pm at the kayak shop. **After-party** If you like, stay afterwards to relax with excellent drinks, fab food and good company at the TexMex bar close by on the lake shore and right next to the bus stop. . **IS THIS ACTIVITY OK FOR ME?** This event is fine for beginner walkers and beginner paddlers. You just need basic fitness and mobility. The 5km bushwalk is very easy: an open fire trail for 1km, then a steep but easy 1km dirt track downhill (give this walk a miss if you have very bad knees on downhills), then 3km of almost completely flat dirt trail through the rain forest. Paddling is not about having big upper body strength, and you don't need previous experience and training for this beginner paddle. The leader will give you lots of coaching on how to paddle efficiently using your leg and core muscles instead of your arms, so that you don't get tired. To paddle you will be swivelling your shoulders and torso a lot, so you should not do this activity if you have injuries to shoulders, elbows or spinal joints, or if you have a hernia in your torso. Safety comes first: We never ever leave anyone behind either on the trail or the water - beginners are taught, supported, encouraged and included. The kayaks are stable wide bodied boats which are simple to paddle and very hard to fall out of, and everyone is required to wear the provided bouyancy vests for safety. . **GRATUITY** Please contribute $15 cash to help cover the group's operating costs. You can * bring $15 exact cash on the day, or * make a PayID bank transfer to the organiser's phone number 0411 600 717 in the morning before the start of the event. This contribution is in addition to and separate to your $40 kayak hire fee which you pay directly to the kayak shop on the day. . **TRANSPORT** *By car:* * You can get to Narrabeen via Military Rd and Pittwater Rd from the city, or via Mona Vale Rd and Pittwater Rd from the north and northwest suburbs. * There is free parking in the Narrabeen St carpark (right next to the kayak shop) and in adjacent residential streets, but on sunny days spaces can be hard to find so arrive at least 30 minutes early. * From Narrabeen Street it is then a 300 metre walk to the right along pathway on the edge of the lake to our meeting point at the B-Line bus stop next to Grumpy Expresso Bar. *By express bus from Wynyard station:* * Take the B1 bus (City to Mona Vale servcie) at 8.35am from Stand B in Carrington Street, arriving at the B-line stop at Narrabeen shops at 9.15am. * If you are joining us earlier for coffee/breakfast at the expresso bar, take the 7.55am B1 bus, arriving at Narrabeen at 8.33am. * See trip planner at [www.transportnsw.info](http://www.transportnsw.info/) for connections. . **BRING** * Opal card for the bus trips * morning snack & lunch * water bottle (there are refills along the way) * bushwalking shoes * sun protection is ESSENTIAL (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) * insect repellent is ESSENTIAL for this walk * light shirt & shorts to walk & paddle in (can get wet in the boat), * normally we paddle barefoot, but if you want to wear shoes in your boat bring a spare pair that you don't mind getting wet * warm jacket (even in hot weather you can get chilled in the breeze) * towel * dry change of clothes **There will be secure arrangements to leave your bag and valuables at the kayak shop, but if you want to take them in your boat make sure you put all of your things in dry bags or heavy duty plastic garbage bags inside your bag to keep them dry.** **Protect all electronics (cards, phone, keys) in a waterproof container such as a well sealed sandwich box.** If you wish to take pictures with your phone whilst paddling, make sure it is in a dry case with a secure cord (can buy these at the kayak shop) as it is extremely easy to drop it in the water. . **DISCLAIMER** By your RSVP to this event you agree to the conditions of membership and participation which you can read in the ABOUT US section [HERE](https://www.meetup.com/sydney-adventurers-40plus/messages/boards/thread/53730628).

Wedding Cake Rock, Beaches & Wine. 17kms Royal National Park Coast Hike!

**First hike of Spring! The Royal National Park...** It’s been a while for our group, so let’s get back into it with a fuckin’ delightful, moderately challenging hike in the 2nd oldest National Park in the world! And if you’ve never been to The RNPark… well, this is THE perfect intro session to tempt the taste buds. Then? You’ll want more. Believe it. **THE HIKE.** **The Bundeena Ferry.** It’s the oldest ferry in Sydney (+85yrs), and you’re gonna love this “Little Engine that Could” (my favourite book that Mom used to read to me) experience to start off the day to our hike start... **Little Jibbon Beach.** Wow. A stunning beach stroll surrounded by National Park. **Jibbon Head & The Royal National Park Coastal Hike.** It starts here… perfect views. Whales. Beautiful coastline in the 2nd oldest National Park in the world. **Wedding Cake Rock.** You’ve seen the photos. Now see it in person. It’s pretty damn cool. **Marley Beach & Little Marley Beach.** Two loooooovely beaches. We’ll stop at Little Marley for views, snacks, and a rest before turning around. **Bundeena** is a gorgeous little town… Quiet. Artsy. It’s a one of a kind place in Sydney. The distance… *10.30kilometres from Bundeena to Little Marley Beach, and it’s 6.75 kilometres (smaller map pic) back* as we take a shortcut up the ass-end of Bundeena to get to the beers / food more quickly! **Timing...** we meet at 915am at the Cronulla Ferry Wharf (5min walk from train station). It's easy to find. **THE FOOD & DRINK.** Cronulla is such a cool little town… let’s find something there (no stress if you head back early on the train). Cronulla RSL Club has beautiful ocean views, and the town’s Corso has endless Thai, pizza, burritos, etc… It’s Sunday, so we won’t get as loose as we normally do, but let’s “cheers” with a nice meal / beer, wine because that’s what we do! If you're thinking "Wow, that's a journey" please stop because it’s 110% worth it. I loooooove this National Park and Coastal Hike. See you for a beauty. MJ **[If you hit the "Attend" button, the next step is to join our whatsapp group HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HRlFWWSmN9hE0ESK7tTwmp)**. **THE FINER PRINT.** **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. **Safety.** Let’s chat, let’s have some laughs… but let’s be safe. Let’s concentrate and enjoy Mother Nature – The RNPark deserves our attention. **Cost.** $10 PayID or Cash. Please note Bundeena Ferry is extra / not part of the Opal card network. **Transport.** I’ll be on the train to Cronulla. Drivers? Cronulla has free parking, but DIY research. Another option is free parking at Sutherland (when you use your Opal card), then a 15min train ride to Cronulla Station. **BYO…** Pack your backpack properly. National Park hikes are real hikes. Water. One bathroom stop when we arrive in Bundeena. Extra socks. Hand towel. BandAids. Food. **Fitness.** Yup. Fitness matters for this one. Real hiking. ***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](https://www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/safety/bushwalking-safety) 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](https://www.1cover.com.au/adventure-travel-insurance/hiking-trekking/?utm_source=google&utm_source_platform=gads&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=13564994076&utm_term=adventure%20travel%20insurance&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=13564994076&gbraid=0AAAAAD_bfRAu6Io5ZkHeiIYCP_evtsQ_z&gclid=CjwKCAjwz5nGBhBBEiwA-W6XRLm8Itjn1am8sdPMxVhBtRmsDOWkolLlVATJcXW5jW-9JgB7hb9kMhoC7M0QAvD_BwE). g) Over 60yrs old, and new to the group? Send me a note first please.

Great North Walk Section 5 - Mount Colah to Mount Kuring-gai

This is 5th section of GNW. This is much better signposted than our last section - for those lovely people who tried that! Whilst rated hard, the worst bit is actually at the end where the walk out to Mount Kuring-gai is tough given it is at the end - and up a steep fire trail. As always we will look after you the whole way. Note: there are **no** options to drop out part way, other than turning back - or going the whole way to the end. Toilets are only at the beginning and end too. We have done this walk many times, so we understand the conditions. You will need 2-3 litres of water and (optionally) Gatorade/Powerade/Hyrdalyte. Hiking/trail running shoes (or boots) are strongly recommended, as are hiking poles. Bring a hat and snacks as well. **Meet**: On the rail overpass at Mt Colah Station at 8:00am. See [https://what3words.com/hype.damage.farms](https://what3words.com/hype.damage.farms) **Distance, Time, Effort:** 16.13 km distance, About 4.5hrs (based on our usual pace), Moderate/High effort. **Public transport example:** Train from Central Platform 9 at 06:48am gets to Hornsby at 7:26am. Hornsby to Mt Colah is 7:37am Platform 2 gets in at 7:43am **Driving:**YParking at Mount Colah (start) is on Pacific Highway or Parkland Rd. You can park at Mount Kuring-gai (end) Best train from Mount Kuring-gai to the start is 7:47am from Platform 1 gets in to Mount Colah at 7:50am. **Return:** Trains run every 1/2hour back to the start or to Central or Hornsby. There are some limited options to get transported somewhere for free at the end - ask the hosts on the day.

HEFFRON PARK Playing at the corner of Bannering & Jersey Roads.

*Game Info & Guidelines – Please read carefully** · Games will be a minimum of **5-a-side** and a maximum of **9-a-side**. Up to **20 player**s may be accepted to allow for up to 2 potential no-shows. · Please bring **both a white AND a black (or coloured) shirt** · If you’re unable to attend, please update your RSVP so someone else can join · If you’re on the “Not Going” list, please sit this one out to avoid disappointment. · If the weather looks bad, we’ll make a call **1–2 hours before kick-off **and notify everyone. · Everyone’s help is appreciated when it comes to **setting up the goals**. A reminder will be given if needed, but continued refusal may affect future invitations. · **$20 yearly contribution**. If you’ve played **1+**, payment is required. Please include your **name** in the bank reference. **PayID**: 0417 686 576 · We are a **friendly group** — **no hard or slide tackling allowed**. You are warned.

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)

Thornleigh to Cowan 36km (2 days) VERY HARD

**Thornleigh to Crosslands Reserve Camping area and Crosslands reserve to Cowan.** These two days on the Great North Walk are really beautiful as the walk heads through Berowra Valley and up the Berowra Creek. DAY 1 - Meet at Thornleigh train station and we will walk together through to the camp site at Crosslands reserve which is approximately 20 kilometres in distance. Please make sure you pack light as this hike is advisable for experienced hikers because day 2 is very challenging. Crosslands reserve is a great place to camp just near the river and there are picnic tables and a toilet block. There are no showers but I filled a bottle and poured it over myself last time I was there as the toilet block is on city water and swimming in the river is not advised. You will need to book camping at Crosslands reserve so please do this straight away when you join the event. I have already booked my spot for the night of Saturday 21st (SEE LINK BELOW). https://hornsby.bookable.net.au/venues/13/crosslands-reserve-camping-area?venueTypeId=1 DAY HIKERS - Yes it is possible to do this as a day hike but you will need to organise an uber from Somerville Road to Hornsby train station, or walk 35 minutes up the road and catch the 596 bus. Please plan your transport carefully if you do this. DAY 2 - We will pack up early and head to Berowra Waters where there are some beautiful views, but this is a day for ups and downs with some serious climbs and descents, so pack light and make sure you plan your food well for this trip. Day 2 takes us through to Cowan, where we can stop at the local cafe if it is open, but the trail emerges opposite Cowan Train Station, making it easy to catch public transport back to Sydney. **Distance/Grade** 36km over 2 days - VERY HARD **Transport** Thornleigh train station is where we will meet at the start of the walk and we finish the walk on day 2 at Cowan station for the trip back to Sydney. **Please note** * This is a full backpack hike, you should have all your own gear and be a competent hiker, prepared to stay overnight. * Yes you can join as a day hiker on either day, but you would need to plan your transport carefully. * Day 1 is challenging, but day 2 is even harder with a lot of hills, so please pack light and make sure you are fit enough to keep up with the group. Payment is required at time of RSVP $40 fee applies to this event payable at time of RSVP PayID is 0432232143 Damon Bailey or BSB 182182 account 011554425 ref: Your meetup profile name. All times and distances are approx for transport info please visit [http://www.transportnsw.info/](http://www.transportnsw.info/) Please arrive prepared with Drinking water, hat, sunscreen, snacks, sturdy shoes, suitable clothing such as a rain jacket if the weather forecast is for rain and everything required for an overnight stay. RSVP to this meetup you agree to and are bound by the terms and conditions of Aussie Explorers which can be found here: [https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/](https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/) Aussie Explorers its organisers and leaders accept no liability during this meetup, leaders try to ensure the safety and well-being of members at all times however as this is a weekend away travelling, exploring different areas and hiking in the great outdoors accidents happen, please take responsibility for your own safety and your belongings.

Cooks River Circuit via Two Valley Track🚶🏼‍♀️🚶🌿 🦆 🛶 🌼 🦜 🌸

⚠️ FOR YOUR SAFETY & ENJOYMENT, PLEASE READ DESCRIPTION BELOW FULLY BEFORE YOU CLICK ‘Attend’! \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 🗓 DATE: Sunday, 1 March 2026. ⏰ MEETING TIME: 9.50am. 🚊 MEETING POINT: Wolli Creek station - Discovery Point Place entry/exit, across the road - at rhe park bench opposite VN Vietnamese Street Foods. 🚆 END POINT: Tempe station or Wolli Creek station that may suits you. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 🥾 DISTANCE: 13km circuit. 🥾 GRADES: 🚶🏼‍♀️Mostly Easy - on a fairly flat shared paths for the first 7 km walking along the river, local parks, local roads and saltmash area. 🚶‍♂️Moderate - the last 6 km walking along the creek, bushlands parts of Two Valley Track and Wolli Creek Regional Park. 💪🏽 Reasonable fitness recommended due to uneven rocky surfaces, gentle ups and downs hills, short stair climbs and creek crossings. 💪🏽 Tracks expected to be wet, muddy and slippery at few sections. 🚶‍♂️NOTE:- few get-out points along the way. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 📸 WHAT TO EXPECT: 🚶‍♂️This is a hidden gem walking through mixture of local suburban roads, lush bushlands, beautiful reserves and along picturesque Cooks River shared foot and bicycle paths. 🌸 This is a great opportunity for photo sessions and selfies for wildflowers and wildlife. 🦇 We will see bats (flying foxes) colony nearly at the end of the bush track. Refer photos 2 and 3. 🦇 🦇 ⚠️ 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, ❎ If you do not wish to be photographed (randomly or group photos), please DO NOT join this event! ❎ NO facilities or cafes on the trails, so please come well prepared. ❎ NO smoking 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. ✅ If you’re bringing a guest/s under 18 years old, please let me know by TEXT message for confirmation. ✅ 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 may not be suitable for this walk. 🥾 Sturdy good grip walking shoes or hiking boots highly recommended. 💦 At least 1.8L of WATER (limited refills), Hydralyte or sports energy drinks. 🥪 Snacks and packed LUNCH, 🧢 Hat, sunscreen and insect repellent ie. Bushman or Aerogard etc. ⛑ Basic First Aid kit ie. bandages, antiseptic wipes, pain reliever and hand sanitiser. 🧥 Light raincoat or a poncho ($2 from Kmart, Bunnings or variety shops) just in case of wet weather. 🤩 Great sense of fun and adventure. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 💵 GRATUITY 💵 $5 CASH per person for this event to be collected at the start of the walk. ✅ Please bring correct change on the day to speed up the meet and greet process. 📱Or PayiID to my mobile: 0405038557. Ref: (your Meetup name) & Wolli Creek. ✅ Please done it asap upon arrival and TEXT me receipt of payment. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 🚊 Check Opal Trip Planner for public transport services, weekend trackwork etc. https://transportnsw.info/trip 🚗 Carpark at the station or side streets. 🏃‍♂️ Please leave home with plenty of travel time and arrive promptly. It’s rude and disrespectful for turning up late! 📲 Any questions, please send me a TEXT message well before meeting time. Note that I DO NOT answer calls or text messages on the day after meeting time. 🌿 Let’s explore and enjoy the great outdoors! 🌿 Norra 😎 📱 0405038557 (TEXT & PayID only)

EASY-PEASY to NEW FISH MARKET WALK from Quay via Barangaroo-Pyrmont

**EASY-PEASY to NEW FISH MARKET WALK from Quay via Barangaroo-Pyrmont** **Beginners Beauty Walk**, perfectly flat all the way! Perfect for that "I must excerise" **EASY & BEAUTIFUL SCENIC SYDNEY HARBOUR WALK:** Flat all the way, perfect for beginners. Come on, we need to exercise. Enjoy amazing scenery while walking around the world's most beautiful harbour to Sydney's NEW Fish Market! **CIRCULAR QUAY START:** to "First Fleet Park" past Overseas Passenger Terminal onto Hickson Road Reserve then under **Sydney Harbour Bridge**. **Next:** Walsh Bay, Barangaroo, King Street Wharf Darling Harbour, Sydney Aquarium, over **Pyrmont Bridge** to Maritime Museum, stop for a coffee, rehydrate at Pyrmont Bay. **Keep Walking:** Visit "Life in a Suitcase Monument" through Metcalfe Park onto **Pirrama Park** then Pyrmont Foreshore walk Waterfront Park to **Sydney's New Fish Market**. **Time:** 10am Start - please try to be 5-10 minutes early. **Meeting Point:** Outside Customs House Courtyard. (corner Loftus & Alfred Streets) **Distance:** 10km (about 2 hours) **Difficulty:** Easy/Very Easy, there are plenty of early spots to leave the walk. **Walking Pace:** 4km-4.25km per hour. **Bring:** Comfortable outfit, water, snacks, hat, sunscreen, your happy personality too! **Cost:** $10 cash on arrival please or **PAY ID** 0435801602 George Palasty. **Contact:** George 0435 801 602 if you have questions. (call or text) - More people arrive from our combined meetup groups for these Walking Events.

Classic Sydney Urban Walk: Seven Bridges - 28 km (Medium/Hard)

**Classic Sydney Walking: Seven Bridges - 28 km (Medium/Hard)** We take on the the famous 7 Bridges Walk. To get going we meet outside Hungry Jacks, near Wharf 4 Circular Quay, at 8:30 am. We head out of the City by crossing the historic **Pyrmont Bridge**, in Darling Harbour. (Bridge 1) The **ANZAC Bridge** (Bridge 2) takes us to Rozelle and backstreets which lead to the **Iron Cove Bridge** (Bridge 3). We power through to Drummoyne, and stop at a local coffee shop for morning tea. We then head to Gladesville Bridge (Bridge 4), which offers spectacular views along the Parramatta River, east to the City and west to Rhodes. Exiting from the bowels of **Gladesville Bridge**, we head for **Tarban Creek Bridge** (Bridge 5) which takes us to Hunters Hill. Just half a kilometre away is **Fig Tree Bridge** (Bridge 6), spanning the Lane Cove River and landing at Linley Point. We pass through Burns Bay Reserve, rejoin local roads through Riverview, Tambourine Bay Reserve and Hodgson Park. Its a short 20 minute bushwalk to our late lunchbreak at **Central Park Longueville**, where we stop for 30 minutes to eat and use the bathrooms. After lunch, we head east through a roll-call of parks, bush trails and local roads provide a richly varied tour of the Lower North Shore, ending at **Lavender Bay and Milson’s Point**. Finally, we climb stairs to Bridge 7, the **Sydney Harbour Bridge**! We cross back to our starting point Circular Quay, and the Paragon Hotel for a tasty beer! We should arrive back at about 4.30 pm. **Distance:** 28 km **Type of Walk:** This walk is a full day adventure. About one half is along local roads and one half through parks and harbour trails. **Difficulty:** Medium, because of the distance but we will not be sprinting! If you are unsure about the distance but would like to test yourself this is a walk for you: there are plenty of get-out points. **Walking Pace**: We will maintain a steady pace all day and average 4.5 km per hour. **Meeting Place and Transport:** Meet at Circular Quay; see above. **What to bring:** Good walking shoes/boots or trainers; 1.5 litres of water, refill available along the way; hydrolytes; two snacks and one lunch; light rain jacket depending on conditions; sunscreen and a cap or hat with a wide brim. **WE WILL BE STOPPING AT FOOD VENUES FOR BOTH OF OUR BREAKS, FOR MEMBERS WHO WISH TO PURCHASE FOOD ON THE DAY.** **Suggested Donation:** $10 **Pub:** Paragon Hotel, Circular Quay, see above. By RSVPing to this event, you (and your guests) agree to and are bound by the terms and conditions of SOMG which you can view here: https://www.meetup.com/sydney-outdoors-meetup-group/messages/boards/thread/53245383 If you have any questions, please leave a comment below. I look forward to seeing you on this walk. I will post my mobile number closer to the day. Ted.