1 Mar (Sun) 2026: PARADISE POOL CLEAN UP AUSTRALIA (E) It's definite. As I can't do the morning it'll be a few hours in the afternoon from 1.30 in the Paradise Pool carpark and at the pool itself. This also means church goers can come. I know the Paradise Pool carpark at Linden is a mess including the bush around it and my grandchildren brought up 3 bags of stuff left down at the pool at Christmas. I've ordered 10 clean up kits which include gloves and bags. Please consider helping out. Limit: 12. Map: Katoomba .

2 Mar (Mon) 2026: SPRINGWOOD Annual General Meeting: Catering by Glen W.

4 Mar (Wed) 2026: DARWINS WALK WENTWORTH FALLS. WOMEN ONLY (E) Part of the Women's Week walk program run by Bushwalking NSW. It would be good to have a group from our club to welcome the visitors. [Sorry fellows but you can come on my walk Darwins Walk to The conservation Hut on the 22nd March]. Meet the 8.25 train from Central and start from here walking the newly completed Darwins Walk which follows Jamison Creek to the top of Wentworth Falls past pretty Weeping Rock and other smaller falls and overhangs. Return the same way. Limit: 10. Map: Katoomba.

5 Mar (Thu) 2026: MANLY (M) NORTH HEAD: Starting from Manly ferry wharf we will proceed past Little Manly Beach and Collins Beach and ascend to North Head. On North Head we will encounter historic barracks and guns emplacements; an Australian Services memorial walk; the old Quarantine cemetery; a range of native vegetation including a hanging swamp; and several viewpoints offering harbour and ocean views. We then descend and return to Manly wharf via Shelley beach. There will be a number of possible swimming options along the way, one of which, Fairy Bower pool, is shark proof. Total walk distance is about 10kms. Cumulative ascent and descent are 170m. Limit: 15. Map: Sydney Heads.

5 Mar (Thu) 2026: WOODCROFT ARNDELL PARK M7 (M) Bike Ride Circuit No. 17 A 5 hr loop using mostly bike paths and back roads suitable for road bikes. Stopping at a cafe for morning tea but please bring lunch as no shops nearby. Limit: 15. Map: Google maps.

5 Mar 2026 (Thu) 2026: LANDCARE NORTH LEURA (E) Join Blue Mountains council for a morning of landcare on the beautiful Brahma Kumaris property on Mt Hay Rd. Often we work on weeds in or along the pretty creek. This flows into Govetts Creek and hence into the National Park and eventually down to the Grose River. All instruction and equipment supplied. Morning tea supplied in the gorgeous Stone Cottage and you can stay for a yummy vegetarian complimentary lunch as well Limit: 8. Map: Katoomba.

7 Mar (Sat) 2026: FAULCONBRIDGE TO SPRINGWOOD VIA SASSAFRAS CREEK (E-M) Women’s Week Walk Bushwalking NSW A pleasant walk through the valleys joining Faulconbridge and Springwood. Commencing at Faulconbridge Station we join the recently reopened Victory track. The walk follows Sassafras Creek past Clarinda Falls in a cool shaded valley, returning with a 160m climb up Sassafras Gully Track to finish at Springwood Station where we can catch a train back to our starting point. Only 4 places available for SBC members so get in quick! 12 places for others to try bushwalking as part of Bushwalking NSW promotion. Limit: 4. Map: Springwood 1:25000.

7 Mar (Sat) 2026: KINGS TABLELAND - WENTWORTH FALLS (M) Navigation Practice Bring your compass and practice your map and navigation skills on Kings Tableland in the Queen Victoria Hospital area where I have set up several waypoints. We will have a quick review of grid coordinates, grid and magnetic bearings. After a pacing exercise, we will practice point to point navigation using map and compass or the lay of the land. We will go through the bush or strategically use existing tracks to get to the waypoints. The waypoints are about 100 to 300 m apart so everyone can take a turn. Two groups of 4 - Co-Leader Bernard P. Photocopies of map provided. Limit: 6. Map: Jamison.

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7 Mar (Sat) 2026: WOMENS WEEK WALK POPES GLEN TO BRAESIDE TRACK (E-M) Come and meet other women who are interested in bushwalking as part of the Bushwalking NSW initiative. I need 2 female club members to participate so the walk can go ahead. The loop walk, starts and finishes at Blackheath train station, involving the Popes Glen and Braeside Tracks. 9 kms approx 3 hours. 375m elevation change. Both tracks follow pretty creeks that rise in the Blackheath township. The tracks are linked by sections of the Pulpit Rock Track and Cliff Top Track that meet at the Govetts Leap Lookout. There are excellent views of the upper Grose Valley from various lookouts along the cliffside tracks. Finish at a cafe for coffee. Maximum numbers 10 walkers - 7 non club members, 3 club members. Limit: 3. Map: Katoomba .

8 Mar (Sun) 2026: WARRIMOO (E) Three spots available for club members on the Women's Week walk to Florabellla Pass. This is an easy, lower mountains classic: a pretty walk from Warrimoo to Blaxland through sheltered bushland on a generally well-maintained bush path. There are a few easy creek crossings and a few sections of stairs. The walk starts at Warrimoo Station and finishes at Blaxland train station. We can restore our energy with a stop at a bakery at the Blaxland end. Limit: 3. Map: Penrith.

12 Mar (Thu) 2026: PROSPECT TO CABRAMATTA (M, Cycle) Cycle the Prospect Reservoir to Cabramatta loop. Approximately 35 km mostly on bike paths that are generally flat. We will cycle clockwise from Prospect Reservoir, east to Guilford where we will have a coffee break before heading south to Cabramatta for lunch at a Vietnamese restaurant (or bring your own lunch). After lunch we will head west to Abbotsbury and then north back to Prospect. Limit: 16. Map: Gregory.

12 Mar (Thu) 2026: SASSAFRAS GULLY-MAGDALA CK, SPRINGWOOD (E-M) The word is out that there's lots of fungi out, so I want to take a walk down Sassafras Gully to check it out. We'll head down from Sassafras Gully Rd to Sassafras Ck (steepish 150m) then a fairly easy walk along Sassafras and Glenbrook Cks to the junction with Magdala Ck (about 4km). If it's a hot day there are plenty of opportunities to cool off in the creek. We'll then walk up Magdala Ck (about 4km), mainly gentle uphill, with more opportunities to cool off, ending at Picnic Glen. It's then a short street walk back to the cars. Moderate pace so we can search for fungi. Oh, and there will be leeches. Limit: 10. Map: Springwood.

15 Mar (Sun) 2026: GROSE RIVER FROM FAULCONBRIDGE POINT (M-H, steep end bit) A sort of reckie for the Easter Grose River trip. From the carpark on Grose Road, walk 5.5km on the fire trail to the Grose River track. Descend about 400m to the Grose River on the walking track (about 1.5km). Check water levels in the river, assess the scrub, have lunch and possibly a swim. Return the same way. Limit: 8. Map: Springwood, Kurrajong.

15 Mar (Sun) 2026: HAT HILL CANYON (H) Rescheduling the trip down Hat Hill Canyon - hopefully the weather will be better this time. Hat Hill is a gem of a canyon in Blackheath. On this trip we will do all three sections of the canyon, so there will be several compulsory swims, but no abseils. There are pretty creek sections and cascades as well as lots of log scrambling, rock hopping and wading. A short wetsuit and helmet is recommended and grippy shoes such as Volleys are required. You'll also need to waterproof your gear well to keep it dry during the swims and deep wades. It's a suitable first time canyon, but rated H for the length and regular scrambles and swims. About 10km. Bring morning tea, lunch and snacks. Limit: 8. Map: Mt Wison.

15 Mar (Sun) 2026: LANDCARE BLAND RD SPRINGWOOD (E) Spend the morning giving back to our beautiful bush. Just come whenever you can even if it's only once or twice a year. Bland Rd is right at the head of Birdwood Gully so weeds we remove from here will benefit the whole creek system down to the Grose River. We're mainly removing privet - big, medium and small to allow the lovely native ferns and trees to grow. It's led by council worker Tracy Abbas who provides tuition and equipment. We've been here for a year now and the difference is incredible. I've personally pulled up or cut and painted 1000s of privet. Council have allocated money to fix up the storm water drain, catch rubbish coming down from the highway and stabilize the creek line. Soon we can start planting as well. Limit: 8. Map: Springwood.

19 Mar (Thu) 2026: SYDNEY (E) CITY RAMBLE- OXFORD SREET AND PADDINGTON. NB/ THIS WALK IS NOW FULL. FURTHER BOOKING WILL GO ON TO A WAITING LIST.Commencing in Hyde Park we will proceed along Oxford Street, which has been a major Sydney throughfare pre-dating colonisation. As we proceed, we will pass a number of cultural landmarks, including sites important in history of the city's LGBTIQ movement. We will walk along the Australian Fashion Walk of Style and pass by a number of high-end clothing stores/boutiques, in case your wardrobe needs some updating. Eventually, we turn of Oxford Street and head through the well-known suburb of Paddington, the origins of which date back to the First Fleet and which in 1974 was classified as an Urban Conservation Are by the National Trust. During the walk we will see some impressive public buildings; handsome private homes of various styles; tree lined streets; parks, including some impressive urban bushland around Trumper Park; and art galleries. Pub or club for lunch. Total walk distance around 8kms. First part of walk is flat, but Paddington section does include some descent and ascent. Limit: 15. Map: BotanyBay.

21-22 Mar (Sat-Sun) 2026: GNW GIRRAKOOL PICNIC AREA TO SOMERSBY FALLS (M) Investigations as at 27/2/26 seem to indicate that the walk as planned is feasible so we will be going ahead. This would make a great introductory overnight hike and is also suitable for older children. Gear can be borrowed from the club with advanced notice. Car shuffle required. Day 1 - 7km - We head into the bush from the Girrakool picnic area down Piles Creek to Mooney Mooney Creek. We cross the old Mooney Mooney bridge and will camp overnight at the Mooney Creek campsite south (or north). Plenty of time for a spot of fishing to catch your dinner. Day 2 - 7km - We continue to follow the GNW along Mooney Mooney Creek before detouring off to Somersby Falls. This should be a pretty chill overnight walk at a relaxed pace with plenty of time for photography and exploration. Total cumulative ascent 551m descent 448m. Limit: 8. Map: Gosford and Gunderman 1:25000.

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22 Mar (Sun) 2026: GRAND CLIFF TOP WALK - PART 1 DARWINS WALK TO CONSERVATION UT (E, volunteer) Take some cars to the Conservation Hut and start walking at Wilson Park where Darwins Walk begins. Follow it to the top of the falls and pop up to Rocket Point [optional]. Then follow the Grant Cliff Top Walk via the Undercliff/Overcliff Walks popping down beautiful Den Fenella. At the other end we'll go to the lookout over Empress Falls before going up to the Conservation Hut. About 6 to 7 km on good tracks but with lots of steps Limit: 16. Map: Katoomba.

22-27 Mar (Sun - Fri) 2026: CURRARONG NEAR JERVIS BAY (E-M, Social) Arrive Sunday and check out on Friday -avoiding crowds. A now traditional short holiday at a popular location - where you can do as much or as little as you wish. In 2024 we had 27 booked and in 2025 there were 37 members and guests. In 2026 there may be more. Accommodation options include tents, caravans and cabins at Holiday Haven Currarong. Enjoy socialising, sparkling amenities, a nice pool, putput golf and table tennis opportunities as well as swimming, canoeing, coastal and forest walks plus drive to but off-road bike rides. Grocery resupply, fuel and dining experiences may be limited so BYO. Limit: 50. Map: Currarong and surrounding maps.

24-31 Mar (Tue - Tue) 2026: VICTORIAN HIGHLANDS: WANGARATTA (E-M, cycling) Annual SBC Big Ride. This will be our 17th annual ride comprising this time one camp of 8 days again in Wangaratta, close to the scenic highlands. Much to see and explore, similar and in addition to last time in and around Wangaratta with rides on the Murray to Mountains Rail Trail likely up to Beechworth, down to Milawa, the King Valley and many National Park and wetlands areas. Daily loop rides of typically 45 - 80 km with some hills. Ride routes to be chosen and advised beforehand. Our chosen venue is the Painters Island Caravan Park, see paintersislandcaravanpark.com.au for details and phone Kylie 03 5721 3380 soon for a direct booking. The number of cabins available is limited. There is a $100 REGISTRATION FEE to cover some costs, a group dinner and the remainder donated to two conservation groups. After registering for the ride details will be sent of the account for payment of the $100 fee. Limit: 25. Map: Northern Victoria.

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29 Mar (Sun) 2026: GRAND CLIFF TOP WALK - PART 2 (E) Gordon Falls to the Conservation Hut. After leaving some cars at the Conservation Hut, we'll start walking at Gordon Falls Picnic Area taking in the Falls and Lookout first before heading down to the Pool of Siloam. Pass Golf Links Lookout, along the escarpment, some road walking, past the Fairmont Resort, down to cross Lillians Bridge which crosses over Empress Canyon and up to the Conservation Hut. 6 km on good tracks but with lots of steps. Those with energy to spare can go down and up the stunning Valley Of The Waters past numerous waterfalls and cascades. Limit: 16. Map: Katoomba.

29 Mar 2026 (Sun) 2026: ROGAINE MT VICTORIA (M) This Explorergaine is the first 6-hour rogaine of the year, at Mt Victoria and Mt York. It will be mostly on bush tracks. The event has a strong historical theme and is also a fundraiser for the Australian Himalayan Foundation. The course explores the first routes (known to Europeans) off the western side of the Blue Mountains, dating back to the first "discovery" exploration by Blaxland, Wentworth and Lawson in 1813, as well as Cox, Lockyer, and many others as they forged the first roads. There are outstanding views over the Megalong Valley, Hartley and west to the Great Divide. Expect a surprisingly complex choice of bush tracks both close to the Hash House and for the fit and strong down to Hartley Vale. This event has something for everyone. The course setters are planning 50+ checkpoints. Whether you’re a seasoned rogainer or a newcomer looking to explore a new area this is an event steeped in history and not to be missed. Limit: 8. Map: Katoomba .

2 Apr 2026 (Thu) 2026: LANDCARE NORTH LEURA (E) Join Blue Mountains council for a morning of landcare on the beautiful Brahma Kumaris property on Mt Hay Rd. Often we work on weeds in or along the pretty creek. This flows into Govetts Creek and hence into the National Park and eventually down to the Grose River. All instruction and equipment supplied. Morning tea supplied in the gorgeous Stone Cottage and you can stay for a yummy vegetarian complimentary lunch as well Limit: 8. Map: Katoomba.

3-6 Apr (Fri - Mon) 2026: GROSE VALLEY (VH-Exp) Expedition down the Grose River. Day 1 - Perry's Lookdown to Shaws Gully. Day 2 - Shaws Gully to Luminous Creek. Day 3 - Luminous Creek to Wentworth Cave. Day 4 - Exit via Faulconbridge Ridge. Approx 50kms. Please contact me before booking on. Limit: 6. Map: Mount Wilson.

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4 Apr (Sat) 2026: SOUTH HAZELBROOK WATERFALLS (EM) If you need something to do over Easter, here's a lovely round walk following beautiful creeks and passing Victor, Pyramid, Salote and Terrace Falls which is really a series of falls plus a few other unnamed ones. We'll also visit Bedford and Willawong Pools if hardy souls wish to swim. We'll walk below some lovely cliffs as well and through some rock formations. About 6 km at a leisurely pace to suit slower people with time to enjoy the ambience. Limit: 16. Map: Katoomba.

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6 Apr (Mon) 2026: BIRDWOOD GULLY NORTH SPRINGWOOD (E) Another chance to walk off all those Easter eggs you ate. A round 3 km walk with a 2 km return extension to The Scout Pool and Waterfall where swimming is possible. We'll pass an amazingly huge overhang with its arch not far from the road. The extension to the Scout Pool goes below very nice cliffs. Then back up to Lucinda Ave via Madeleine Glen and waterfall where all the glowworms can be seen when it's dark. Return via the creek where all the fireflies appear late November/early December. Leisurely pace. 5 km total Limit: 16. Map: Springwood.

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10 Apr (Fri) 2026: EVAN CROWN NATURE RESERVE (E) Evans Crown is located 3km south East of the village of Tarana. The reserve covers an area of 425 hectares and is a place of outstanding geomorphology. The walk to the top is only a little over 1klm (30 minutes) in length (one way), however there is opportunity to explore further around the top (1104 metres in height). After a couple of hours spent at Evans Crown the plan is to have lunch on our return at Tarana Pub. I am driving but other cars will be required based on the numbers interested. Please nominate if you are able to bring a car and we can organise transport as we get closer. Bring morning tea. Limit: 14. Map: Tarana.

11 Apr (Sat) 2026: BEROWRA WATERS TO BAR ISLAND (H, kayak) Paddle out to bar Island and return 25 km with the tide both ways. Please bring morning tea and lunch. Limit: 6. Map: Cowan.

19 Apr 2026 (Sun) 2026: LANDCARE BIRDWOOD GULLY SPRINGWOOD (E) Spend the morning giving back to our beautiful bush. Just come whenever you can even if it's only once or twice a year. Bland Rd is right at the head of Birdwood Gully so weeds we remove from here will benefit the whole creek system down to the Grose River. We're mainly removing privet - big, medium and small to allow the lovely native ferns and trees to grow. It's led by council worker Tracy Abbas who provides tuition and equipment. We've been here for a year now and the difference is incredible. I've personally pulled up or cut and painted 1000s of privet. Council have allocated money to fix up the storm water drain, catch rubbish coming down from the highway and stabilize the creek line. Soon we can start planting as well. Limit: 8. Map: Springwood.

27 Apr-11 May 2026 (Mon - Mon) 2026: PERU (M-H) PERU - CUSCO: Peru offers a package that can be matched by few other places: - spectacular and varied scenery; "off the charts" biodiversity; a unique and vivid culture that draws on Spanish influences and older indigenous traditions; world renowned archaeological sites; and one of the world's great cuisines. The Cusco region of Peru has some of the most beautiful and iconic walks in the world. My daughter, who lives in Peru, has complied two possible itineraries: - Day Itinerary 1 Itinerary 2 1 Arrive Cusco Same 2 Cusco – afternoon walking tour Same 3 Cusco – visit Sacsayhuaman Same 4 Cusco - walk to Moon temple and Same Inkilltambo ruins 5 Practice Walk into Sacred Valley Sacred Valley. Pisaq; Moras and Moray; Ollantaytambo - Chincheros to Urquillos Inca Trail night in Ollantaytambo or Huchuy Qosqo walk. Night in Sacred Valley 6 Sacred Valley.Moras and Moray; Camino Inca (Machu Picchu trek) – first day Ollantaytambo. Night in Ollantaytambo 7 Camino Inca (Machu Picchu trek) – first day Camino Inca (Machu Picchu trek) – second day 8 Camino Inca (Machu Picchu trek) – second day Cusco 9 Cusco Day 1 of 3 day trip – Vinicunca or Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain. Night in Pitumarca or Checacupe 10 Day 1 of 2 day trip- Quillarumiyoc, Chonta Condor Lookout. Night in Mollepata Day 2 of 3 day trip - walk to Waqra Pukara. Night in Pitumarca or Checacupe 11 Day 2 of 2 day trip -walk to Humantay Lake. Day 3 of 3 day trip - 7 lagunas de Ausangate. Return to Cusco Return to Cusco 12 Cusco Same 13 Day 1 of Ausangate trek, staying lodges Day 1 of Lares trek 14 Day 2 of Ausangate trek, staying lodges Day 2 of Lares trek 15 Day 3 of Ausangate trek Day 3 of Lares trek People contemplating coming on this trip should be aware that walking in the Cusco region, while rewarding, can also be challenging. You will need to deal with high altitudes - Cusco itself is 3400m and on some walks we will be consistently above 4000m and on occasions at 5000m. The weather, particularly at higher altitudes, is changeable and can vary from warm to very cold. On some walks we will be dealing with sustained ascents and descents. Majority of walks will be professionally guided. On overnight walks we will be using porters or mules or staying in huts/lodges so amount of weight you will need to carry will be limited. Also please note at this stage dates are provisional. Shortly I hope to be able to confirm dates and provide more information on costs, accommodation options and walk gradings. Once interest is gauged, I will arrange an information evening. In the meantime, any questions email me or phone me 0415 526 252. Limit: 12. Map: .

7 May 2026 (Thu) 2026: LANDCARE NORTH LEURA (E) Join Blue Mountains council for a morning of landcare on the beautiful Brahma Kumaris property on Mt Hay Rd. Often we work on weeds in or along the pretty creek. This flows into Govetts Creek and hence into the National Park and eventually down to the Grose River. All instruction and equipment supplied. Morning tea supplied in the gorgeous Stone Cottage and you can stay for a yummy vegetarian complimentary lunch as well Limit: 8. Map: Katoomba.

16 May (Sat) 2026: GLENBROOK (M) I am running this to share some insights, and discuss, how to plan and pack for multi-day trips. We will chat about multi-day walks from established tracks to technical adventures; involving cross-country skiing, canyoning or paddling, etc. There are some fundamentals to think about for any multi-day trips. This is about how to plan for and achieve your outdoor goals that go beyond a day trip. Limit: 20. Map: Penrith.

16 May (Sat) 2026: THE OAKS-WOODY PEAR DAM-BREAKFAST CREEK (M-H-Exp) Get some navigation practise in before NavShield 2026. We will start at the Oaks Picnic area and head out along The Oaks Fire trail. Leaving the track we’ll navigate down the spur past Woody Pear Dam to Breakfast Creek for morning tea. We navigate up the spur to join the fire trail on Pisgah Ridge before again leaving the track down another spur to a different section of Breakfast Creek where we’ll break for lunch. Up another spur after crossing the creek to join a fire trail which will take us back to the Oaks and our cars. 10.5km, roughly 5 hours, cumulative climbs 313m (longest 170m). Please call me before signing on if you haven’t walked with me before on 9624 4637. Limit: 12. Map: Penrith 1:25000.

17 May 2026 (Sun) 2026: LANDCARE BLAND RD SPRINGWOOD (E) Spend the morning giving back to our beautiful bush. Just come whenever you can even if it's only once or twice a year. Bland Rd is right at the head of Birdwood Gully so weeds we remove from here will benefit the whole creek system down to the Grose River. We're mainly removing privet - big, medium and small to allow the lovely native ferns and trees to grow. It's led by council worker Tracy Abbas who provides tuition and equipment. We've been here for a year now and the difference is incredible. I've personally pulled up or cut and painted 1000s of privet. Council have allocated money to fix up the storm water drain, catch rubbish coming down from the highway and stabilize the creek line. Soon we can start planting as well. on of walk: Limit: 8. Map: Springwood.

21-27 May (Thu-Wed) 2026: ULURU - KINGS CANYON (E-M, camping) NOTE: This walk is now overbooked, we have 10 confirmed participants. However, there is scope for another leader to run this trip. Jetstar flights to Uluru for these dates are $186 each way (at the moment). Hire car is around $200 a day, and camping is $30 a night. We've just done this trip and it worked perfectly. There is a camp kitchen, but the IGA is very expensive, bring food, snacks (and cooking utensils). Maybe group catering would be best. The plan would be: Day 1 - Arrive, set up camp, sunset with everyone else at Uluru viewing place Day 2 - Uluru cultural tour, walk around the rock Day 3 - Kata Tjuta - walk and lookouts Day 4 - Pack up, visit Curtin Springs and salt lake, continue to Kings Canyon Station, set up camp ($30/pp/night), walk to Kathleen Springs Day 5 - Kings canyon walk, Kings Canyon station Day 6 - Pack up, drive back to Yulara, Didgeridoo workshop, sunset viewing somewhere, field of light experience ($50) Camp at Yulara or book a cabin (if possible) Day 7 - Resort (camel farm, lookouts, etc) Limit: 8. Map: Watarrka National Park, Uluru/Ayers Rock SG52-08.

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24 May (Sun) 2026: GRAND CLIFF TOP WALK PART 3 (E) Leave some cars at the top of Katoomba Cascades Reserve and go back to Gordon Falls Picnic area. Check out the falls before following the cliff top past numerous amazing lookouts, over Buttenshaw Bridge, to Leura Picnic Area. Go down Leura Cascades to views over Bridal Veil Falls. Then follow to clifftop to Echo Point and the Three Sisters and on to Katoomba Cascades. Here we do an optional short clifftop circuit to see Katoomba Falls properly. Scenic World is just around the corner but it's usually too busy to go there. However people, who are prepared to spend over $50 for a day ticket, can finish the day with the rides returning to the carpark via the fantastic Skyway. Over 8 km on well made tracks but with lots of steps. Limit: 16. Map: Katoomba.

30-31 May (Sat - Sun) 2026: MOUNT MCAIRLY GAP SCOTTISH HIGHLAND GAMES N COOKOFF WEEKEND. (E-M-H-VH, Car Camping) So you are a bonny wee cook? Do you reckon your morning porridge is McExcellent?  Ramp it up against other bushwalking experts... and who knows…you may end up with the coveted golden spurtle!  Judgement by consumer Mcpplause meter.  As undisputed porridge royalty you might be able to take out both the traditional and the free style porridge categories! Otherwise, or regardless, throw your Macintosh into the ring for the camp oven dinner, poetry recitals, jokes, best accent, porridge n sporran race, sword dancing, spoon throwing, haggis and baking championships. Between culinary bouts Mount Airy is notable for excellent Mc grade walking and exploring.   An appreciation of scotch -er heritage will be heightened through imbibtion of single malt milkshakes. Huge kudos for the award winners!  Mcfancy dress is not compulsory but mccouraged. Ie byo wee argyle sporran, jocks, pipes, fife, deep-fried mars bar n tasting spoon or spurtle! Clowns and hamburgers are not welcome. Limit: 40. Map: Glen Alice.

4 Jun 2026 (Thu) 2026: LANDCARE NORTH LEURA (E) Join Blue Mountains council for a morning of landcare on the beautiful Brahma Kumaris property on Mt Hay Rd. Often we work on weeds in or along the pretty creek. This flows into Govetts Creek and hence into the National Park and eventually down to the Grose River. All instruction and equipment supplied. Morning tea supplied in the gorgeous Stone Cottage and you can stay for a yummy vegetarian complimentary lunch as well Limit: 8. Map: Katoomba.

21 Jun 2026 (Sun) 2026: LANDCARE BLAND RD SPRINGWOOD (E) Spend the morning giving back to our beautiful bush. Just come whenever you can even if it's only once or twice a year. Bland Rd is right at the head of Birdwood Gully so weeds we remove from here will benefit the whole creek system down to the Grose River. We're mainly removing privet - big, medium and small to allow the lovely native ferns and trees to grow. It's led by council worker Tracy Abbas who provides tuition and equipment. We've been here for a year now and the difference is incredible. I've personally pulled up or cut and painted 1000s of privet. Council have allocated money to fix up the storm water drain, catch rubbish coming down from the highway and stabilize the creek line. Soon we can start planting as well. Limit: 8. Map: Springwood.

2 Jul 2026 (Thu) 2026: LANDCARE NORTH LEURA (E) Join Blue Mountains council for a morning of landcare on the beautiful Brahma Kumaris property on Mt Hay Rd. Often we work on weeds in or along the pretty creek. This flows into Govetts Creek and hence into the National Park and eventually down to the Grose River. All instruction and equipment supplied. Morning tea supplied in the gorgeous Stone Cottage and you can stay for a yummy vegetarian complimentary lunch as well Limit: 8. Map: Katoomba.

19 Jul 2026 (Sun) 2026: LANDCARE BIRDWOOD GULLY SPRINGWOOD (E) Spend the morning giving back to our beautiful bush. Just come whenever you can even if it's only once or twice a year. Bland Rd is right at the head of Birdwood Gully so weeds we remove from here will benefit the whole creek system down to the Grose River. We're mainly removing privet - big, medium and small to allow the lovely native ferns and trees to grow. It's led by council worker Tracy Abbas who provides tuition and equipment. We've been here for a year now and the difference is incredible. I've personally pulled up or cut and painted 1000s of privet. Council have allocated money to fix up the storm water drain, catch rubbish coming down from the highway and stabilize the creek line. Soon we can start planting as well. Limit: 8. Map: Springwood.