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Overnight Walk Ideas

Overnight (and longer) Walks: Previous club walks for:

WALK .
WalkID: 995
1-7 Mar 2012 (Thu-Wed): GIBRALTER RANGE/WASHPOOL NP (M-X) Spend a week exploring these world heritage listed parks and some nearby smaller reserves. This will be achieved by doing day walks on tracks of varying lengths - the longest being approx 15km. Our accommodation will be at Gibraltar House a recently renovated house owned by National Parks. Gibraltar House is very conveniently located between Washpool and Gibraltar Range NP. Cost of the accommodation is $18p/p per night based on 5 people. A deposit of $50 will be required on booking. Here is your chance to explore a new area! Limit: 5. Map: National Park publications (2012)

SNW .
WalkID: 2264
3-4 Mar (Thu-Fri): WOLLEMI CREEK MK2 (H-X) A further attempt to find a historic cave. Descend to Wollemi Creek at the Goba Creek junction (the pass down is exploratory) and walk Wollemi Ck to Crawfords Pass. Lilos are an option but no faster than walking due to the amount of portaging. Steep descents and ascents, rough walking along the river. Magnificent gorge and wilderness. Limit: 5. Map: Six Brothers (2016)

WALK .
WalkID: 1833
4-6 Mar 2015 (Wed-Fri): COLO RIVER: PASS 6 TO CANOE CK (H) A Friends of the Colo Activity. Pack-raft trip on the Colo from Pass 6 (2km downstream from Wollemi Creek) to Canoe Creek. Check for willows, cape ivy, privet and other nasties. Steep route in with some scrambling/down-climbing, steep track out. Portages at rapids involve boulder-scrambling. Experienced off-track wilderness walkers only. Must be able to swim. Preference to those with relevant experience. Limit: 6. Map: Six Brothers and Colo Heights (2015)

WALK .
WalkID: 758
4-6 Mar (Fri-Sun): SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS (E-M) Come away for a great weekend of cycling and walking in the Southern Highlands staying at the beautiful Bundanoon YHA. Whole house booked for our group - limit of 30. Festive dinner planned for Sat night - so bring an international dish - and dress according to that country. A $30.00 deposit will be required on booking. Limit: 30. Map: Southern Highlands (2011)

WALK .
WalkID: 4453
5-6 Mar (Sat-Sun): CANCELLED DUE TO FLOODING/NPWS CLOSURES - BOB TURNER TRACK (E, child-friendly) Beginner/Child-friendly Overnight Hike - I'll be bringing my 9 year old, and very happy to have beginners or other children along. Very short (4km) but apparently quite steep walk to Colo Meroo campground where we'll camp overnight, and return the same way the next day. You will need to carry drinking water. If you're a beginner I'm happy to give you a list of recommended things to bring. Limit: 8. Map: Colo Heights (2022)

VOL .
WalkID: 719
5-11 Mar 2011 (Sat-Fri): COLO COLOSSUS (H) Wilderness walkers wanted! Join in this wonderful journey through magnificent gorges, with Friends of the Colo, and do a little feral plant control along the way. This is the 5th event of a biannual exercise aimed at keeping willows and other serious weeds out of the Capertee and Wolgan Rivers, and the upper part of the Colo. Participants will start near Glen Davis and finish on the Culoul Range. There is no track, and participants can expect lots of wading and rock-hopping. Experience in multi-day off-track wilderness trips is essential. Transport will be provided to the start and from the finish. Limit: 8. Map: Mt Morgan & Six Brothers (2011)

WALK .
WalkID: 438
6-7 Mar (Sat-Sun): Newnes () Volunteers required! Many members of the club have been to Newnes and enjoyed the area's interesting activities. Here is an opportunity to make a positive contribution to the areas environment. Saturday the Friends of Colo and SBC are engaging in tree planting activities. On Sunday as part of the Clean up Australia campaign there will be work parties removing rubbish from the area. On both days the National Parks people will be assisting and coordinating the work parties.   Limit: 0. Map: Ben Bullen (2010)

WALK .
WalkID: 100
7-9 Mar 09 (Sat-Mon): Colo River Lilo Trip (H) Lilo from Boorai Creek to Canoe Creek to check/treat willows, and do follow up treatment on small patches of tree of heaven and cape ivy. Wild gorge scenery. For experienced wilderness walkers. The second and third days will be spent travelling on air-beds, with rock hopping necessary around rapids. Limit: 8. Map: Six Brothers, Colo Heights (2009)

WALK .
WalkID: 184
7-8 Mar 09 (Sat-Sun): LAKE MACQUARIE CYCLE (M-X) Sunday will involve participating in ‘Loop the Lake’ an 85km or 50km organized bike ride encircling the whole of the lake while Saturday will involve doing a shorter ride in the area. Cost for the weekend will be approx $60. This includes entry into the ‘Loop the Lake’ event and cabin accommodation in a nearby caravan park. If you are interested we need to know early so that the accommodation can be booked. Limit is the number that a cabin holds. An additional cabin can be booked if there is enough interest. Limit: 6. Map: Lake Macquarie Tourist UBD (2009)

VOL .
WalkID: 158
7-9 Mar 09 (Sat-Mon): WEEDING Walford Gully, Grose River (X) Remote 3 day activity - Walford Gully, Grose River. Activity - Walk, wade and weed together with other bushwalkers and NPWS for two nights camping along on the Grose River, 3 days treating weeds after the recent bushfires in the area. This is an activity for experienced walkers only and numbers are limited. NPWS Contact - Monica Nugent: (ph) 4787 3108 (Paul &Sue will be on another trip at this time) Limit: 8. Map: Mt Wilson (2009)

SNW .
WalkID: 1330
8-10 Mar (Fri-Sun): WOLLEMI CREEK (M, Exp.) From the Culoul Range fire trial we will head north along a ridge before dropping into Wollemi creek near the junction with Tinda creek. From here we follow Wollemi Creek down and hopefully float on pack rafts before exiting via Crawfords Lookout and back to Hollow Rock. This is a joint Friends of Colo trip. Limit: 6. Map: Six Brothers (2013)

SNW .
WalkID: 1089
9-10 Mar (Fri-Sat): KANANGRA (M-H, canyon) Kanangra Main Canyon Camp Fri night at Boyd river camping area descend Kanangra Main early Sat; returning via Murdering gully. Limit: 5. Map: Kanangra (2012)

WALK .
WalkID: 1295
9-10 Mar (Sat-Sun): LINCOLN AND MONKEY ROPES CREEKS (M, Exp.) From the Oaks descend into Lincoln Creek hopefully via a nice open spur. Drop gear and swim near the camping cave. Saturday afternoon will include a day pack excursion to check out one of the best wilderness vistas in the lower mountains. Return on Sunday via the rainforest of Lincoln and follow Monkey Ropes Creeks all the way back to the Oaks. 14km of wild exploration with possible scrub and cliffs. If very hot or total fire ban will head to Kanuka brook camping cave complex for swims and social bush camping. Limit: 8. Map: Penrith (2013)

WALK .
WalkID: 4876
11-12 Mar (Sat - Sun): BOB TURNER TRACK () Beginner/Child-friendly Overnight Hike - I'll be bringing my 10 year old, and very happy to have beginners or other children along. Very short (4km) but apparently quite steep walk to Bob Turners camping area where we'll camp overnight, and return the same way the next day. If you're a beginner I'm happy to give you a list of recommended things to bring. Limit: 8. Map: Colo Heights (2023)

WALK .
WalkID: 798
11-13 Mar (Fri-Sun): DEANES CREEK () Starting at Newnes we will walk up through Zobel's Gully to Constance Gorge and then through to Deanes Creek. We will follow Deanes Creek until we reach the junction with Rocky Creek then on to the Wolgan River and back up the river to Newnes. Lot's of creek walking, some rock hopping. Beautiful scenery and great camp sites. Limit: 8. Map: Ben Bullen & Mt Morgan (2011)

WALK .
WalkID: 805
11-12 Mar (Fri-Sat): KANANGRA NSW (M-H) KANANGRA MAIN: The ultimate canyoning experience!Camp at Boyd River Fri night for early start Sat morn.For fit, suitably qualified members.Rope fee applies ($15) Limit: 4. Map: Kanangra (2011)

WALK .
WalkID: 2191
12-20 Mar (Sat-Sun): VICTORIA HIGH COUNTRY (E-M, Cycling) SBC Annual Big Ride. Our week-long cycle camp, this time in Victoria's high country with 5 nights camping at Myrtleford near the centre of the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail. Cycle to Bright, Beechworth, Milawa and more. Then 3 nights at Chiltern near the vineyards around Rutherglen just south of the Murray. Ride lengths of 40 - 80 km on different days with optional turn-around points and vehicle support. Rides mostly on well graded cycleways and some quieter minor roads, suitable for road bikes or hybrids. A suggested program with conditions and places visited available from leader. Good camp grounds with optional cabins, powered and unpowered sites. Limit: 25. Map: Murray to Mountains Rail trail, Bush Biking@Chilte (2016)

WALK .
WalkID: 4154
13-14 Mar (Sat - Sun): BLACKHEATH () Blue Gum Forest bushcare. (Remote). 8.00am -5.00pm both days. Come and protect NSW's cradle of conservation and home to the towering Blue Gums. We will be spending 2 days intensively weeding the forest. Participants must be fit and ready to work and hike on the same day. Some experience in bushwalking and self-sufficient camping is required. Numbers are limited. Please book in by Friday 5th March directly with Grant on 0499 699 150 or at grant.purcell@environment.nsw.gov.au. Limit: 8. Map: Katoomba (2021)

SOCIAL .
WalkID: 106
13-15 Mar 09 (Fri-Sun): GREEN GULLY WALKING & SOCIAL WEEKEND 49er's (E-M, Social) Come and celebrate with some of 1949s shining lights: Paul A; Greg H; Jan F; Diane H; Andy M; Kevin A; Robyn C; Gyan S; Ruth S; Barry W; Carol I; and Julie T. Alice is a newly discovered 49er. Weekend mostly catered ($40 per person). activity fully booked. Limit: 40. Map: Jenolan (2009)

WALK .
WalkID: 2949
13-15 Mar (Tue - Thu): MUNMORAH STATE CONSERVATION AREA () We will base ourselves at Budgewoi Tourist Park which is a lovely,quiet park overlooking the lake. From here we will do walks in Wyrrabalong, Munmorah State Conservation Area and Wallarah National Park. The walks are all tracked with some beach walking. There will be opportunities for swimming in some magical places such as the Bogey Hole and Catherine Hill Bay. Cost is $18p/p night if 2 people share a site Limit: 10. Map: Catherine Hill Bay, Swansea, Toukley (2018)

WALK .
WalkID: 3650
14-15 Mar (Sat-Sun): COLO MEROO (E) Because of the fires, the Friends of the Colo 20th anniversary weekend has been postponed till further notice. Friends of the Colo is looking forward to a very busy year because it is critical to target emerging weeds in burnt areas. Only some of FOC's activities are registered on the Springwood BC program. To receive notifications about what's on, please email friendsofthecolo@gmail.com Limit: 0. Map: Mountain Lagoon (2020)

WALK .
WalkID: 2853
14-16 Mar (Wed-Fri): NEWNES CAR CAMP (M-H) THIS ACTIVITY WAS POSTPONED FROM NOV DATES - NEW DATES MAY CHANGE. All walks will be in steep country, climbing a minimum of 200m. Day 1, Tues: Starting from Petrie's Gully, we follow a side gully up to an old log chute, where in mining days, they used to slide logs down into the valley. Interesting remnants remain anchored in the narrow walls of the chute. Day 2, Wed: On the opposite side of the the Wolgan River to Zobel's Gully we will climb steeply to a dry canyon called Minotaur Lair (approx 415232 Ben Bullen map). Day 3, Thur: We will climb up Mystery Mtn to the cliff line, then follow the base of the cliffs until we find a chute to the top. Then walk over the ridge and down through the rainforested Zobel's Gully back to camp. Day 4, Fri: Maybe a short walk before we return home. Limit: 8. Map: Ben Bullen, Mount Morgan (2018)

SNW .
WalkID: 1591
15-16 Mar (Sat-Sun): HUSKISSON (E-M) This is for any Sea Kayaking enthusiasts who would like to join me in Huskisson for the weekend. Saturday morning I have booked to do a Sea Kayaking Skills Course with local Sea Kayaking Company ( Cost $140 - There are 4 spots left for anyone else wanting to participate)Option for paddling Saturday afternoon & a Sunday morning paddle Jervis Bay. Limit: 8. Map: (2014)

WALK .
WalkID: 3102
16-31 Mar 2019 (Sat-Sun): VOLCANOES OF VICTORIA (M) Approx. last 2 weeks in March. Exact dates and itinerary to follow later. A camping safari, checking out the volcanic past. We will start at Mt. Macedon and Hanging Rock, then Mt. Buninyong, a more complex volcano. Mt. Elephant at Derrinallum, has 3 scoria cones and nearby Lake Corangamite is Victoria's largest lake. From here, we'll head to Mt. Eccles N.P. via Mt. Shadwell. At Mt. Eccles, we'll have time to explore maar craters, a lava canal, lava tunnels and a rare natural bridge. After a few days here, we'll head for Port Fairy, following the lava flow for 56klms. to the ocean. Time here to relax and enjoy a causeway walk to the mutton bird sanctuary, before moving on through Warnambool for our last camp near Colac, to explore Lake Purrumbete, one of the world's largest maar volcanoes. After this we'll head home via Geelong and Melbourne for the garden show, which is 2nd in the world to Chelsea. 5 camps and 1 night in a cabin. See Aust. Geog. No. 137. Limit: 8. Map: various (2019)

VOL .
WalkID: 2963
17-19 Mar (Sat-Mon): BLACKHEATH (H) Grose Valley Remote Bushcare. A joint NPWS/SBC activity. This multi-day activity is ideal for the fit and adventurous who want to spend a few days rock hopping and weeding along the Grose River. Some experience at overnight self-reliant camping is required. Numbers are limited. Book directly with Vanessa by Monday, 12th March. on 4787 3112 or vanessa.richardson@environment.nsw.gov.au. Limit: 8. Map: Katoomba (2018)

EXPINT .
WalkID: 4146
17-31 Mar (Wed - Wed): TASMANIA - VARIOUS OVERNIGHT WALKS () Two of us (me and Dave Attwood) would like to hire a car and try to do a few overnight (2-4 nights) walks, using huts where possible, but also tent camping. What we do is weather-dependent, and that we won't know until we get there. Possibilities are Frenchman's Cap, Pine Valley, Western Arthurs (L. Oberon via Moraine A return), Arm River to Pelion Hut. Or if the weather in the west is too bad, retreat to the east coast e.g. Freycinet. We would like one or 2 experienced overnight walkers who are happy to play it by ear to join us. Since this is short notice, we would like to hear from potential participants asap. Limit: 4. Map: (2021)

WALK .
WalkID: 4508
19-23 Mar (Sun-Thu): CURRARONG HOLIDAY (E-M) This is following the success of our recent holiday at the very clean and well organised Currarong Holiday Haven. Another booking has been made! I am assured that this is the best time of year to visit as the water will still be warm, the days will be pleasant and it is far less busy than during summer. Lots of opportunities for non-compulsory swimming, snorkelling, surfing, kayaking and of course bushwalking - or just read a book whilst soaking up gammas on the beach. Restaurant and grocery opportunities are limited so BYO supplies for the duration. Limit: 45. Map: Currarong, Nowra (2023)

WALK .
WalkID: 806
19-20 Mar (Sat-Sun): LINCOLN CREEK (M-X) From the Oaks to Erskine Massif-Aquila Point (with hopefully easy navigating and checking out the post fire regrowth) along Dadder Ridge. Then descend to a favourite camping cave - replete with excellent deep pool and twin falls. On Sunday an amble down rainforested Lincoln Creek and regain the Oaks fire trail by ascending the spur twixt Lincoln and Monkey Rope Creeks. Limit: 8. Map: Penrith (2011)

WALK .
WalkID: 4413
19-20 Mar (Sat-Sun): MANGROVE CREEK SPENCER (M, Kayak) CANCELLED DUE TO FLOODING. Exploring Mangrove Creek with the tide before camping at Gentleman's Halt on the Hawkesbury River. This is a easy overnight kayaking trip with minimal camping gear and distance involved. Limit: 12. Map: Mangrove (2022)

WALK .
WalkID: 414
20-21 Mar 2010 (Sat-Sun): Colo River at Mount Townsend Bend () Overnight walk to Colo River at Mount Townsend Bend, to further treat the much-diminished cape ivy patch - and enjoy the magnificent surroundings. The walk in is only 2 hours, but be prepared for a steep 400 m descent with no track. Those not involved in cape ivy treatment can work on other weeds or simply enjoy a relaxed weekend by the river. Preference will be given to experienced herbicide spray operators or those willing to learn. Camping is on a beach, with shared dinner. In conjunction with Friends of the Colo. Limit: 8. Map: Mountain Lagoon (2010)

WALK .
WalkID: 1035
20-27 Mar (Tue-Tue): KOSCIUSKO NATIONAL PARK () Round Mountain to Kosciusko mainly on fire trails some off track walking visiting new and hold huts. There will be a bus fee and camping fees to be advised. Starting from Round Mountain track head and continuing down on fire trails via Deuskos hut, Grey Mare hut, Valentines hut, White's River hut up onto the Rolling ground camp around Mount Twynam in a sheltered spot as we can find, and on to Kosciusko. May finish March 26. Limit: 8. Map: Mount Kosciusko, Khancoban, Eucumbene, Cabramurra (2012)

WALK .
WalkID: 84
21-29 Mar (Sat-Sun): BIG SPRINGWOOD BUSHWALKERS BIKE RIDE (E-M-H-X) Spawned from our planning meeting…Series of looped rides of various lengths (40-90 km/day) on quiet country bitumen roads in gently undulating rural NSW. Self catered camping bases at three towns with possible option to ride between. Includes volunteer supporters and running cost for vehicles. $100 deposit to Barry W secures your place bazzman1949@yahoo.com.au be quick or miss out. Will cost considerably less than Big Bike Ride. L Limit: 20. Map: (2009)

WALK .
WalkID: 101
21-22 Mar 09 (Sat-Sun): Colo River at Mt Townsend Bend (M) Medium overnight walk to Colo River at Mount Townsend Bend, with the primary purpose of treating the much-diminished cape ivy patch. The walk in is only 2 hours, but be prepared for a steep 400 m descent, no track, and a wade across the river. Those not involved in cape ivy treatment can work on other weeds in the area or simply enjoy a relaxed weekend by the river. Camping is on a beach, with shared dinner. Limit 8. Limit: 8. Map: Mountain Lagoon (2009)

WALK .
WalkID: 711
21-27 Mar (Mon-Sun): KOSCIUSZKO NP (M-X) A week will be spent exploring by foot and mountain bike the Long Plain area of the Kosciuszko NP. The week’s activities will include: Riding along mostly management trails to visit some of the historic huts in the area. Walking in the Blue Waterholes and Yarrangobilly caves area. Relaxing in the thermal pool at Yarrangobilly or at the homestead. Our accommodation for the week will be the historic Currango homestead which is very central to the week’s activities. Cost is $25 pp per night. A deposit will be required when booking. Activities For Kosciuszko NP Trip based at Currango homestead 21-27March 1. Ride Currango to Pockets and Oldfields huts return approx. 30Km 2. Walk Explore Blue Waterholes area Nichols and Clarke gorge. Approx. 11 km 3. Ride Ghost gully to either Old Currango or Bill Jones hut 24 or 34 km 4. Ride and walk Cumberland Range Landers creek walk 28 km return 5. Ride Currango to Murrumbidgee River fire trail via Circuits hut and return to dam. This ride requires us to set up a car swap to avoid a very steep climb.25 km approx. 6. Walk Yarrangobilly Caves explore thermal soak? The above list is dependent on the condition of roads and access in the area. Changes may have to be made with consultation. Limit: 7. Map: Rules Point Tantangara Rendezvous Creek (2011)

WALK .
WalkID: 706
21-27 Mar (Sun-Sat): KOSCIUSZKO NP (M-X) A week will be spent exploring by foot and mountain bike the Long Plain area of the Kosciuszko NP. The week’s activities will include: .*Riding along mostly management trails to visit some of the historic huts in the area. *Walking in the Blue Waterholes and Yarrangobilly caves area. *Relaxing in the thermal pool at Yarrangobilly or over a glass of wine at the homestead. Our accommodation for the week will be the historic Currango homestead which is very central to the week’s activities. Cost is $34 pp per night. A deposit will be required when booking. Limit: 5. Map: Rules Point Tantangara Rendezvous Creek (2010)

WALK .
WalkID: 3257
22-24 Mar (Fri - Sun): NEPEAN RIVER NORTONS BASIN () Spend one or two nights at Nortons Basin. 15 km from Tench Reserve Penrith. Saturday we will explore the waterways to Warragamba Dam and Wallacia. Limit: 8. Map: Penrith, Warragamba (2019)

WALK .
WalkID: 4143
22-26 Mar (Mon-Fri): MYALL LAKES (E) Monday 22nd Mar to Friday 26th Mar. Myall Lakes Base Camp. Camp at Myall Shores Caravan Park (formerly Legges Camp).Join us for 4 days of Day Walks in the surrounding area. Enjoy swimming, surfing, cycling, canoeing, snorkelling, dolphin watching and whatever else takes your fancy. Excellent Caravan Park in the National Park has a cafe and pub onsite, good camp kitchen and amenities. Only downer is you need to take the ferry for most activities cost $6.50 per vehicle. Tent sites from $29 pn Caravan sites $34 Cabins from $171 (sleep 4 ) Glamping Tents $144. You will need to book your own site Ph 1300 769 566 discount for NRMA members Limit: 24. Map: Port Stephens,Bombah Point, Myall Lakes (2021)

WALK .
WalkID: 3324
23-25 Mar (Sat-Mon): BLACKHEATH (H) Grose Valley (remote). This multi-day activity is ideal for the fit and adventurous who want to spend a full 3 days rock hopping and weeding along the Grose River. Some experience at overnight self-reliant camping is required and numbers are limited. Book by Monday 18th March with Grant on 4787 3112 or at grant.purcell@environment.nsw.gov.au Limit: 8. Map: mt wilson (2019)

WALK .
WalkID: 1834
23-25 Mar 2015 (Mon-Wed): WOLGAN WALLOP STAGE 1 (H) A Friends of the Colo activity. Search the wondrous Wolgan River for unwanted willows, cape ivy and tree of heaven, from Starlight Creek to Wallaby Camp (downstream from Rocky Creek). Lots of wading and boulder-hopping. At the end, people may get a lift out, or have the option of continuing into Stage 2, after re-supply at Wallaby Camp. Preference to those with relevant weed-spotting experience. Limit: 6. Map: Mt Morgan (2015)

SNW .
WalkID: 2312
24-28 Mar (Thu - Mon): ETTREMA CREEK () Walk down Myall Ridge to Ettrema Creek. As a side trip we may explore Jones Creek. We will continue along Ettrema Creek and exit via Transportation Spur. Distance approximately 20 kms all off track. Elevation 700m down into the creek and 700m back up. Limit: 8. Map: Touga (2016)

VOL .
WalkID: 2625
24-26 Mar (Fri-Sun): PUTTY VALLEY (PRIVATE PROPERTY) (E-M, Car camping) Putty privet and PARTY - a Friends of the Colo activity. Join us for one, two or three days car camping on private property in the Putty Valley (camper trailer friendly). On the night of Saturday 25th NPWS are treating us to a BBQ to celebrate 16 years of achievement. All FOC participants, past and present, along with their families, are welcome. Weeding, mostly privet, is not compulsory but we would expect at least one person from each family to help us chase down the privet heading towards Wollemi NP. For those not priveting, there are options for short easy walks on farmland or adjacent State Forest. Limit: 40. Map: Putty, Wirraba (2017)

WALK .
WalkID: 2164
25-28 Mar (Fri-Mon): ETTREMA (H, 5) Due to low water levels replaced with walk. Walk down Myall Ridge to Ettrema Creek and down stream to Tullyangela Creek. Exit via either Transportation Spur or Howards Pass. Distance approximately 30 kms all off track. Elevation 700m down into the creek and 700m back up Limit: 8. Map: Touga (2016)

WALK .
WalkID: 2592
25 Mar-2 Apr 2017 (Sat - Sun): TEMORA AND DISTRICT () ANNUAL SBC BIGRIDE Two camps SW of Sydney at Temora and nearby. Daily cycle trips of around 50 - 100 km mostly on quiet sealed roads, some fine gravel. Stay in two campgrounds chosen for good group facilities, cabins, tent and camper sites. Most afternoons free for local sightseeing, resting, swimming etc. Cost $100 for vehicle support, a group dinner, incidentals. Limit: 25. Map: District map (2017)

WALK .
WalkID: 1835
25-29 Mar 2015 (Wed-Sun): WOLGAN WALLOP STAGE 2 (H) A Friends of the Colo activity. Search more of this wonderful river for willows, and check several known cape ivy patches, from Wallaby Camp down to Camp Creek. Lots of wading and boulder-hopping. Experienced off-track wilderness walkers only, and preference to those with relevant weed-spotting experience. Vehicle transport to Wallaby Camp at the start, and back out at the end. Limit: 6. Map: Mt Morgan (2015)

WALK .
WalkID: 446
27-28 Mar (Sat-Sun): Windsor? to Wisemans Ferry Bike Ride () Enjoy a scenic 2 day bike ride from Windsor to Wisemans Ferry staying overnight at the Wisemans Pub. Cycling along quiet roads, cross the Hawkesbury River by the Sackville Ferry then follow the river into Wisemans. Return same route. Approx. 65 to 85 klms per day depending on your chosen starting point. Limit: 8. Map: Hawkesbury Street Directory. (2010)

VOL .
WalkID: 134
28-29 Mar 09 (Sat-Sun): Devils Wilderness (M) This weekend is being organized by National Parks as part of their Great Grose Gorse Walk. The club has been asked to help seek and destroy any weeds which are found in this middle section of the Grose River. This section of the river is an area that has not been worked for some years so it's not really known what we'll find. No experience necessary. Limit: 8. Map: Kurrajong (2009)

VOL .
WalkID: 1895
28-30 Mar (Sat-Mon): GROSE RIVER () For the more adventurous come and spend 3 days walking and weeding along the Grose River. This trip will focus on the section from Pearces? Pass section downstream removing weeds after the 2013 Grose Valley Fires. A good level of fitness and some weeding experience is necessary for this activity. Numbers are limited to 8. Limit: 8. Map: NPWS activity (2015)

WALK .
WalkID: 1860
28-30 Mar (Sat-Mon): KOLONGA RIDGE EXPLORE ((M-H-X, Scrub Cliffs) Mt Hay to Lawson. Day One: Mt Hay car shuffle. Cross over Mt Hay, traverse beautiful Boorong Crags and then continue along the Boorong Moogan spur. Collect water from Moogan Gully and ascend to camp amongst extensive the rock platforms of Kolonga Ridge. Day two: Descend the spur South of Wokara Gully and ascend onto Lawson Ridge by means of the spur immediately down stream on Wentworth Creek. Finding the Lawson Ridge fire trail we will progress to camp in the vicinity of the dam at 649722. Day three: Walk out to cars at Queens Road Track head and complete car shuffle. Approx 22km and lots of adventure. Please book using club web site prior to the 16th of March. Note: dates are flexible, depending on participants. May be able to be completed in two days but three is allowed for in case of show stopping obstacles. Limit: 8. Map: Katoomba Springwood (2015)

WALK .
WalkID: 1581
29-30 Mar (Sat-Sun): KOWMUNG RIVER (M-X) Starting from Yerranderie fire trail walk to the Kowmung River via Mt. Irrae Gowar. Walk along a beautiful part of the river downstream to Black Snake Bend. Walk out along the Spring Range. Elevation approx. 1,500m Distance approx. 20km. Limit: 6. Map: Yerranderie (2014)

SNW .
WalkID: 1331
29 Mar to 2 Apr (Fri-Tue): SHOALHAVEN RIVER (M, Exp.) We will walk in to Sewells Point (2.5km; 330m descent) and then packraft down the Shoalhaven (50km) and exit at Long point (3.3km; 490m ascent). If river is low (<1m) then the trip will be altered to: walk in from Begonia caves and then paddle down the Shoalhaven (35km) to Tallowa Dam. Limit: 6. Map: Nerringa, Touga, Caoura (2013)

WALK .
WalkID: 471
30-31 Mar (Tue-Wed): Bundanoon () There will be two rides suitable for MTB or hybrid bikes. Both rides are to great lookouts. One overlooking the Shoalhaven at Badgerys Lookout and the otter overlooking lake Yarrunga. Each ride is about 60ks but can be shortened to suit riders. Accommodation is the Bundanoon YHA. Cost is $27 pp if interested don't contact before the 20th of March. Limit: 8. Map: Bundanoon, Wingello, Caoura, Mossvale (2010)

WALK .
WalkID: 3209
30 Mar to 7 Apr (Sat-Sun): SBC ANNUAL BIKE CAMP AND RIDES (E-M, cycling) This years Big Ride will be down on the Great Victorian Rail Trail, with 4 nights in Yea and 4 in Mansfield. Rides will be mostly on bitumen roads or good fine gravel trails, between about 40 km and 100 km a day with varying grades but no lengthy steep ones unless you want them. Plenty of opportunities to stop in local towns and most afternoons free after the ride. See website www.greatvictorianrailtrail.com.au. We stay in camp grounds with good communal facilities. Registration fee $100 covers support vehicle, other costs, a dinner together and residual to charities. If you have not already been sent other details contact the leader. Limit: 25. Map: Mansfield district Victoria (2019)

WALK .
WalkID: 4487
31 Mar-6 Apr 2022 (Thu - Wed): CAPER-WOLGAN () Off track walk down the Capertee River and then up the Wolgan River (This is a Friends of the Colo Walk). To monitor and treat willows, cape ivy, tree of heaven and gleditsia in the Capertee River (below the management road) and up the Wolgan River (from the junction with the Capertee River to the end of the management trail at Binnings Flats). Participants may also have to walk some or all of the way from Binnings Flats to the Newnes gate. Expereinced overnight bushwalkers only Limit: 8. Map: Mount Morgan (2022)