Bird Watching Sydney

Migrating Whales Lookouts All the Way from Watson’s Bay to Maroubra Beach!

**This walk will take us on the coast along some ocean front scenery that is absolutely stunning.** **We will be able to stop at many places to lookout for migrating humpback whales.** **There are plenty of exit points so it’s perfect for anyone who is not sure how far they will be able to walk.** **We will start at Circular Quay, Wharf 2.** **The ferry to Watson’s Bay leaves at 9.15am sharp (don't be late or you'll miss it!) and arrives at Watson's Bay at 9.38am.** **From Watson’s Bay we start our walk along the Coastal Clifftop Walkway, to Diamond Bay and Dover Heights before descending to North Bondi.** **Then onto Bondi Beach, Tamarama Beach (or as it’s referred to by the locals, Glamourama Beach) and Bronte Beach, where we stop for lunch.** **After lunch, we keep going to Clovelly Beach and Coogee Beach after that.** **We will stop at Mistral Point for a quick rest before making our way to Maroubra Beach.** **We will aim to finish at Maroubra Beach by 4pm, maybe 4.30pm if we linger a bit watching whales, from which we can go for a drink at Maroubra Seals or catch a bus back to the city.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISTANCE: About 16 kms.** **GRADE: Medium.** **NOTE: Many exit options along the way. Please let the Host know if you leave the walk.** **IMPORTANT INFORMATION:** · **Be Prepared: Wear comfortable shoes, bring at least 2L of water and dress for the weather. I would recommend hydralyte tablets, snacks and sun protection.** · **Follow Instructions: Please follow the instructions of the Host at all times and keep the Host within sight.** **RSVP Responsibly and Be Ontime at the Designated Meeting Point: Update your RSVP if you can’t make it.** **GRATUITY: $10 applies to this event which can be paid in cash on the day or PayID is 0439 344987 Cristian Sylvestre.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority and we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries.** **However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings.** **By RSVPing to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below:** **[https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers](https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers)** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **Any questions or concerns, please send me a TEXT message (0439 344 987) rather than unnecessary updates on the comments section.**

Third 5-a-side match @ Fairfield!

Hey mates! A third 5-a-side kickoff is happening **at** **Fairfield on Fridays from 8-9 pm**! Joining us is easy! Just download the Stranger Soccer app and register for free. Use the code **WELCOME** to book this match for free if this is your first game with us. Please DM us if you have any questions, and we hope to see you on the pitch!

🌸🌸WHALES! WATSONS BAY TO COOGEE.🌸🌸

MEETING: Circular Quay Wharf 2 🌸✈️🌸 TIME: 10:05 🌸⏰🌸 DETAILS: Catching the 10:15 ferry to Watsons Bay, then taking the Coastal walk all the way to Coogee via Diamond Bay, Bondi Beach, Tamarama, Gordon’s Bay and Dolphin Bay 🌸⛱🌸 LUNCH: Bondi Beach… there are cafes, but always better to BYO 🌸🍽🌸 COST:💲5️⃣ cash gratuity or (donation)for this walk.💵 🌸💲🌸 DISTANCE: 1️⃣4️⃣kms 🌸🦋🌸 THIS WALK IS GRADED AS: 👀 looking for whales with many vantage points, and it’s easy. 🌸☀️🌸 GET OUT POINTS: the entire way 🌸🚦🌸 TRANSPORT: Ferry to Watsons Bay, bus from Coogee beach in all directions 🌸✈️🌸 GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING: 🌸💃🌸 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BRING A FRIEND PLEASE MESSAGE ME, unfortunately only the 2 legged kind, and not the 4 legged kind are included. 🌸🥰🌸 I am always open to suggestions if there is a destination/hike/walk you’d like to do…just message me 🌸 👣🌸 A heads up for newcomers and first timers. Our walking group is a fabulous Melting Pot of cultures, backgrounds, professions and life experiences. We love our Walks. We are INCLUSIVE OF EVERYONE………if you’re: kind, nice, fun, polite and respectful. 🌸😘🌸 On that note…. In recent times my walks are at capacity, which I’m capping at 40. Regulars, regardless of numbers are always welcome….just PM me if you’re on a waitlist. 🌸♥️🌸 We walk at a medium pace of 4kms per hour, stopping for breaks and to take in the views. It is a reasonable expectation that the group stays together. It is your responsibility to stay in line of sight. If you cannot walk at this pace, I will let you know of the next get out point. This is not negotiable. 🌸🐌🌸 As this is a walking group, bikes, ebikes, scooters, escooters, and pogo sticks are not compatible or welcome. 🌸👣🌸 Grading for my walks:
Easy: Mainly flat, suburban, loads of get out points, up to 14kms.
Easy-Medium: some stairs, a few uneven surfaces, up to 15kms.
Medium: Stairs, rocks, coastal beaches/sand, ups, downs, get out points limited, up to 17kms
Medium-Hard: uneven surfaces, need to take extreme care and be hike fit. Few get out points. Tracks, uneven surfaces, steep inclinations and limited resources. 🌸👯‍♀️🌸 WALKING GUIDELINES & RESPONSIBILITIES: 🌸✍️🌸 Carry sufficient food and water (2 litres) for the expected conditions of the walk. Pls don’t separate from the group, unless you let someone know, preferably me. The waitlist is completely discretionary….reliable regulars will ALWAYS be included. 🆗……….If you are a no show, you will not be welcome to join a future walk with me. (It’s a courtesy kind of thing). If people are on the waitlist, it is also very inconsiderate. Marking yourself as “Not Going” within 2 hours of departure does not allow reasonable time to notify anyone on the waitlist. 🌸🙅‍♀️🌸 On the odd occasion, the walk may change from the schedule, due to weather, unforeseen track obstacles OR emergency situations. 🌸🤞🌸 Please make sure your conversation is always courteous to other group members. 🌸😍🌸 PS…. IF YOUR ID PIC IS OF A COFFEE CUP, YOUR DOG OR CAT, A VIEW, and not a picture of you…You’ll stay waitlisted. 🌸❌🌸 SAFETY WARNING: Please stay away from cliff edges and be very careful when walking on wet and slippery rocks and surfaces. Stay within sight of the group at all times. 🌸🔴🟢⚫️🟠🔵🟡🟣🟤🌸 DISCLAIMER: Your health and safety is our priority, we take care to minimize risk and avoid accidents and injuries. However, Organizers and Hosts are not responsible for your health and safety and do not accept any liability for accidents and injuries that may occur during Meetup activities and events. Please take responsibility for your own safety and belongings. By RSVP to this event you and your guests agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the Aussie Explorers Meetup group which can be found in the link below: https://www.meetup.com/Aussie-Explorers/pages/28346396/Terms_and_Conditions_of_joining_Aussie_Explorers 🌸☀️🌸 HAPPY WALKING 🍃🌸🌿🌸🌿🌸🍃 xxLisa

MYSTERY ARCHITECTURE SKETCH

Whale Watching: Watsons Bay to Maroubra!!! 18km Medium

**Whale Watching Day!!! Watson’s Bay to Maroubra 18 km (Medium)** We ferry from Circular Quay to Watsons Bay and commence our walk out of South Head, and along the Federation walk, navigating Diamond Bay and Dover Heights before dropping down to North Bondi. Leaving Bondi Beach behind, we strike out for Tamarrama and Bronte, where we stop for a nice lunch break of 45 minutes. Following lunch we head for Maroubra via Clovelly and Coogee Beaches. We stop at Mistral Point before marching into Maroubra where we will invade the Maroubra Seals Club for a tasty beer (and food if desired - its pretty tasty, I have to say!), before grabbing a bus back to the City. The ocean front scenery on this walk is stunning! Hopefully we will spot **Humpback whales** during the day; it is likely that we will. We should arrive at Maroubra by about 4:30pm. Please **bring photo ID**, to gain entrance to the Maroubra Seals Club. **Distance:** 18 km **Type of Walk:** Almost the entire walk is along ocean front promenades. **Difficulty:** Medium, because of the distance. 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 average 4.5 km per hour. **Meeting Place and Transport:** We catch the Watsons Bay Ferry from Circular Quay Wharf 2. The Ferry leaves Circular Quay at 9:45 am and arrives at Watsons Bay at 10:08am. Transport back from Maroubra is by bus; it is a high frequency service. **What to bring:** Good walking shoes/trail runners; 1.5 litres of water, refill available along the way; hydrolytes; one snack and one lunch; light rain jacket depending on conditions; sunscreen and a cap or hat with a wide brim. **LUNCH CAN BE PURCHASED AT BRONTE.** **Suggested Donation:** $10 **Pub:** Maroubra Seals Club 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: [Sydney Outdoors Meetup Group Discussions](https://www.meetup.com/sydney-outdoors-meetup-group/discussions/?eventOrigin=home_groups_you_organize) 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

Saturday Watercolour Session

Events are held in Castlehill RSL Club.

Into the Wild Exhibition

WHALE DAY! Bondi Junction - Watsons Bay! 14KM Medium

We meet at **Bondi Junction Train Station, at Bus Stand F (easy to find)** by no later than **10:30AM** to commence our walk down to Bondi Beach. We check out Ben Buckler Point and a host of parks spread through Dover Heights and head through to **Watsons Bay** for lunch and clean bathrooms. **FOOD SHOPS AT LUNCH BREAK, BUT IT CAN GET BUSY SO MAYBE BRING A PACKED LUNCH.** We climb out of Watsons Bay via the Bluff walking track and skirt around **Naval Warfare Training Base Watson** to find South Head and the historic **Hornby Lighthouse**. We return to Watsons Bay Ferry Wharf via Lady Jane Beach, **Camp Cove** and Green Point Reserve. **WHALE SPOTTING:** There will be plenty of opportunities to spot migrating whales on this walk! **What to Bring:** snacks and lunch, hat, sunscreen, plenty of water. **Pub:** Watsons Bay Hotel **Suggested Donation:** $10 **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: [Sydney Outdoors Meetup Group Discussions](https://www.meetup.com/sydney-outdoors-meetup-group/discussions/?eventOrigin=home_groups_you_organize) **Questions?** Leave a comment below. I will post my mobile number closer to the day. Ted :)

June Meetup for the Sydney Nature Journal Club

Come along to our **June meetup for the Sydney Nature Journal Club**. World Oceans Day is 8 June. We will explore a beach location, Bronte. This is a chance to connect, spend some time in nature and journal together. I will offer some guidance to start. After we can share journal pages and ideas. **What to bring:** Bring along sketchbooks/paper and your favourite drawing materials (pens, pencils, watercolour, acrylic, anything you have). I will have extra materials on the day if you want to explore other mediums. \*\*Where:\*\* Bronte beach **Cost:** Suggested donation is $10 annual fee, $5 casual fee. (This helps cover Meetup fees). DISCLAIMER.
Please note that Katy as volunteer organiser of activities for Sydney Nature Journal Club is NOT responsible for the health or safety of members (or their guests) and therefore will not accept any liability for accidents or injuries or losses that may occur during Meetup events at any location. By attending a Sydney Nature Journal Club event members acknowledge that you accept ALL of the above. I look forward to seeing you there.

Free: A Fun Night with our ATOMIC VIPs at our own Nuclear Reactor & More !!!

**WE MAY HAVE SPARE TICKETS... RING US QUICK 0419500023** GET FREE TICKETS QUICK [https://www.ansto.gov.au/whats-on/special-event-panel-opal-past-present-future](https://www.ansto.gov.au/whats-on/special-event-panel-opal-past-present-future) I think there will be a bus to and from the venue their phone number i 97173090 At my previous event there was free food and drink...

SUNDAYS ESCAPE CLUB

SUNDAYS ESCAPE CLUB Winter Escape time..... 🤸‍♀️💫 Blue Mountains Jervis Bay Hunter Valley Kangooro Island Central Coast Byron Bay Noosa Etc... Hiking Yoga Kayak Snorkel Beachvolley Sauna etc... Looking forward your suggestions for our 1st event..

16kms Woy Woy, Pearl Caves, Patonga Beach & Patonga Boathouse!

***On King's Bday Saturday, [we are hiking Macmasters Beach to Killcare Beach](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314873258/)... so why not lay down more hike-prints in the Central Coast on Sunday? Woy Woy to Patonga Beach is a cracker of a hike...*** **THE HIKE. Woy Woy to Patonga Beach & The Boathouse (16kms).** This is such a lovely coastal / beach hike... **Woy Woy. Blackwall. Ettalong Beach. Umina Beach. Pearl Beach...** then we climb to one of my favourite spots: **Pearl Caves down to Patonga Beach will provide some of the best views on the Central Coast.** Stunnnnnning ocean views all the way to Palm Beach. The climb down is steep, and the food / drinks at **The Boathouse Patonga** are special. **THE BOATHOUSE PATONGA.** I won't write about it. If you've never been, it's a "WOOOOOW" type bar / restaurant... there's nothing in Patonga but a gorgeous beach, a few homes, and The Boathouse. Great food... reasonably priced, and of course delicious post-hike drinks. **[If keen to come, after you hite "Attend" on Meetup jump in the whatsapp chat here!!!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KcsQg5fK9TEIyFhAOrGFy7)** ***AN AD FROM THE MARKETING DEPARTMENT.*** ***JUNE!!! Here's what's on in We Hike... to the Bar:*** *Monday, 1 June - [VIVID WALK, DRONE SHOW, 50% OFF WINGS, DRINKS!](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314952719/)* *Saturday, 6 June – [Macmasters Beach to Killcare, Hardy’s Hideaway. My favourite hike!!!](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314873258/)* *Sunday, 7 June – [Woy Woy to Patonga Beach / The Boathouse](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314873444/) – such a pretty session.* *Saturday, 13 June – [Royal National Park Figure 8 Pool!](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314972877/) This is a 10/10 hike.* *Sunday, 14 June – [We Hike… to the Australia v Turkey World Cup Opener!!!](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314175185/)* *Saturday, 20 June – [MJ’s Bday & Winter Pub Crawl!](https://www.meetup.com/hikewalktothebar/events/314958235/)* **THE LOGISTICS.** **Our start / meeting at Woy Woy is easy.** We meet, chat, quick piss break, and then we hike. **When we finish you have a few options.** Last time, Boat House Patonga drove many in their courtesy van back to Woy Woy Station. There's also a bus from Patonga to Woy Woy Station. There's also Uber / taxi to Woy Woy Station. Last (and best) is taking the Boat House Ferry ($15) to Palm Beach... it's unforgettable. Jump on the 199 bus from there, and you're on your way to Sydney (a stop at **The Newport** for a drink is 110% worth it - gotta say this is the best bar in Sydney). **Saturday... Macmasters to Killcare.** **Sunday... Woy Woy to Patonga.** I fuckin' love this! See you for a great weekend. MJ **_____________________________________________________** **THE DETAILS.** **WHATSAPP.** You’re not 100% confirmed until you’re in the whatsapp group. Join it 'cause we love it, and we use it! 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. Double booked with another group? Come on… be kind. **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](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. Looking forward to this one - amazing scenery mixed with cool hikers, exercise, and excellent food / drinks! See you soon. MJ