Participants please note:

If you register for an activity or trip away then find you cannot attend, please advise the leader as soon as possible.

Non-members are welcome to attend two one-day activities before joining, but must contact the leader to discuss the activity and register.

For information about levels of difficulty and fitness required check the Grading & Guidelines.  

Planned itineraries and starting times are not negotiable.

Wed 29 Oct, 2025   Walk: Sculptures by the Sea

Leader: Chris English    View Leaders List

The walk from Bondi Beach to Coogee is a lovely walk and gives us the chance to enjoy the Sculptures by the Sea between Bondi and Tamarama before continuing on to Coogee. Travel by train and bus.

Specific Hazards: Cliff edges. Crowds between Bondi Beach and Tamarama. Specific Abilities: Able to manage a few steps.
Distance: 6 Km    Duration: All day Hr    Grade: 3 Leisurely
Registration Essential
Limit: 10

Thu 30 Oct, 2025   Paddle: Lake Illawarra

Leader: Gerry O'Leary    View Leaders List

Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.

Contact leader for details .

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Oak Flats, Skiway Park Activity Start Time: 8.00 am on water

Fri 31 Oct, 2025   Cycle: Stuart Park to Thirroul

Leader: Graham Smith    View Leaders List

Easy coastal ride. Cycle path and best beach scenery. Mostly flat and relaxed riding. A couple of stops. Coffee at Thirroul.

Ride terminates at Thirroul. Return to start at own pace.

Start 8:30 am  Arrive by 8:15 for briefing.

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 15 Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade: 1 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Cnr Cliff Rd and George Hanley Dr Activity Start Time: 8.30 am

Sat 01 Nov, 2025   Walk: Old Man’s Hat, Beecroft Head, Currarong

Leader: Greg Smith    View Leaders List

Mainly Grade 3, but we will venture off track to visit some interesting (not often seen) POIs. We will start at the Abrahams Bosom car park and make our way up to Merimbula Trig before heading on to Beecroft Head.  From here we’ll work down to the base of Old Man’s Hat and beyond (pretty scratchy for the first 50m).  Very spectacular!!!  (you’ll need to be confident rock scrambling.)  We’ll then work our way south and scramble down into Moore’s Inlet/Eves Ravine so we can admire where we’ve been.  If time permits, we will continue south, traversing past three ravines before heading back to the cars. Joint walk with Shoalhaven Bushwalkers.

Specific Hazards: Scratchy in places, steep rock hop, cliffs Specific Abilities: Clambering over rocks, ready for something completely differant
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 6 Hr    Grade: 4 Moderate
Registration Essential

Mon 03 Nov, 2025   Cycle: Bowral to Moss Vale Wombat Ride

Leader: Peter Aubourg    View Leaders List

This regular Ramblers ride has been updated, modified and rejigged to avoid the dangerous crossing of Moss Vale rd at Burradoo road.  What is old is made new again !  However, rest assured, the navigational nuances will still involve wombats.

We start at the Bowral swimming pool and cycle through old Bowral via the Bradman Oval then on to the eastern suburbs. After a brief stop for wombat worship we head towards Burradoo, via a new route to a flat straight section of  Moss Vale road where we cross to the dark side.   We then follow the Wingecarribee River to Moss Vale for coffee.

The return trip involves another break with tradition, as we cross back over Moss Vale road closer to Bowral.  A ride back along the edge of the Bowral Golf Club brings us back to the security of our traditional  path.  A gentle glide along the Cherry Tree walk brings us back to the swimming pool for an optional BYO lunch in the park.

MEET HERE

RIDE MAP

Specific Hazards: Road crossings and being overcome with wombat mania Specific Abilities: Stylish peddling and ability to obey orders without question
Distance: 38 Km    Duration: 3.5 Hr    Grade: 2 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Bowral Swimming Pool Car Park Activity Start Time: 9:00 am

Thu 06 Nov, 2025   Paddle: Lake Illawarra

Leader: Gerry O'Leary    View Leaders List

Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.

Contact leader for details .

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Oak Flats, Skiway Park Activity Start Time: 8.00 am on water

Fri 07 Nov, 2025   Cycle: Stuart Park to Thirroul

Leader: Graham Smith    View Leaders List

Easy coastal ride. Cycle path and best beach scenery. Mostly flat and relaxed riding. A couple of stops. Coffee at Thirroul.

Ride terminates at Thirroul. Return to start at own pace.

Start 8:30 am  Arrive by 8:15 for briefing.

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 15 Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade: 1 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Cnr Cliff Rd and George Hanley Dr Activity Start Time: 8.30 am

Wed 12 Nov, 2025   Walk: Kiama to Little Blow Hole

Leader: Teresa Urbanski    View Leaders List

Train to Kiama, leisurely walk from Kiama Station to Kendalls Point and Beach to the Little Blow Hole to Marsden Head and return.

 

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 8-9 Km    Duration: 4-5 Hr    Grade: 2 Leisurely
Registration Essential

Thu 13 Nov, 2025   Paddle: Lake Illawarra

Leader: Gerry O'Leary    View Leaders List

Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.

Contact leader for details .

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Oak Flats, Skiway Park Activity Start Time: 8.00 am on water

Fri 14 Nov, 2025   Walk: Campbell Hole Rockpool Werri Beach

Leader: John Groom    View Leaders List

A Friday 5k & koffee walk along the choice of shared path or low tide at Werri Beach. Head north crossing or walking around lagoon onto the path towards Kiama, traversing 200 metre grassy path, 10 metres of 30-40cm boulders across sandy or greenweedy,  5-10cm deep shallow rockpools/rockshelf for another 200 metres to pleasant, protected swimming hole. Sit, swim, chat, relax before returning the via same route.

Best wear versatile sandals which will give you confidence on rocks and greenweed and which won’t suffer ill-effects from salt water.If intending to swim bring swimwear, and sun cream. There are changing sheds/toilets around 400 metres from the swim site.

A rewarding outing. Koffee afterwards in Gerringong. If uncertain because of weather, check the website from 6pm thursday.

Specific Hazards: Some rock platform may be slippery. Specific Abilities: Good balance when walking on uneven surface.
Distance: 5 Km    Duration: 2.5 Hr    Grade: 2 Leisurely
Meet 10 mins prior at: Carpark opposite Werri Beach Fish Shop 29 Pacific Ave Activity Start Time: 9am

Sat 15 Nov, 2025   Walk: Macquarie Pass Top to Bottom

Leader: Greg Smith    View Leaders List

Walk from the top of Macquarie Pass to the bottom. Starting on an old bullock track then off track to Clover Hill Rd. Final descent through the Cascades to the bottom at Macquarie Rivulet. Car shuffle required between top and bottom.

Joint Walk with Shoalhaven Bushwalkers

Specific Hazards: Steep off track decent. Uneven surfaces. Creek crossing. 2 highway crossings Specific Abilities: Walking down steep decent
Distance: 8 Km    Duration: 5 Hr    Grade: 4 Moderate
Registration Essential

Thu 20 Nov, 2025   Paddle: Lake Illawarra

Leader: Gerry O'Leary    View Leaders List

Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.

Contact leader for details .

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Oak Flats, Skiway Park Activity Start Time: 8.00 am on water

Wed 26 Nov, 2025   Walk: Milsons Point to Circular Quay

Leader: Teresa Urbanski    View Leaders List

Train to Milsons Point, short walk to Lavender Bay to the “Secret Garden” (by Wendy Whitely), then walk over the Sydney Harbour Bridge, through the Rocks to Circular Quay, for train home.

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 8-9 Km    Duration: 4-5 Hr    Grade: 2 Leisurely
Registration Essential

Thu 27 Nov, 2025   Paddle: Lake Illawarra

Leader: Gerry O'Leary    View Leaders List

Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.

Contact leader for details .

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Oak Flats, Skiway Park Activity Start Time: 8.00 am on water

Sat 29 Nov, 2025   Walk: Cape St George Circuit, Booderee NP

Leader: Greg Smith    View Leaders List

Starting at the Moes (Green) Rock car park, we’ll make our way along the rock platform (swell permitting) to Stony Creek and Cape St George. We’ll then cross a headland before descending into Rock Funnel Beach. After this, we’ll follow the faint track for spectacular views of the sea caves at Paradise Rocks which we’ll traverse around to and then follow the fire trail back to the cars. Possible swimming opportunities along the way or at Green Patch on the way back.
This is an easy Grade 4 walk but it is Grade 4. You’ll need to be comfortable walking over rough terrain.

This is a combined walk with the Shoalhaven Bushwalkers.

Specific Hazards: Slippery Rocks, an off track accent Specific Abilities: Degree of fitness, Rock hopping, unafraid of mermaids, enjoy something different
Distance: 8 Km    Duration: 5.5 Hr    Grade: 4 Moderate
Registration Essential

Wed 03 Dec, 2025   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Thu 04 Dec, 2025   Paddle: Lake Illawarra

Leader: Gerry O'Leary    View Leaders List

Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.

Contact leader for details .

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Oak Flats, Skiway Park Activity Start Time: 8.00 am on water

Fri 05 Dec, 2025   Social: Illawarra Ramblers Christmas Party

Leader: Anne Murdoch    View Leaders List

 

An evening at the Warilla Bowls Club for Illawarra Ramblers Club members and their guests.  Come along and enjoy some great food, wine and entertainment.

WHERE:  Warilla Bowls and Recreation Club, Jason Avenue, Barrack Heights – see MAP

TIME:  Doors will open at 5.30pm and the first course served at 6pm

COST:  $45.00 per person for a two course meal and entertainment

Please contact Anne Murdoch if you have any specific dietary requirements.

Registration and payment is required by 14 November – go to the Shop.

 

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: Hr    Grade:
Registration Essential

Thu 11 Dec, 2025   Paddle: Lake Illawarra

Leader: Gerry O'Leary    View Leaders List

Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.

Contact leader for details .

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Oak Flats, Skiway Park Activity Start Time: 8.00 am on water

Thu 18 Dec, 2025   Paddle: Lake Illawarra

Leader: Gerry O'Leary    View Leaders List

Morning paddle on Lake Illawarra. Paddle is weather dependent, so starting point may change.

Contact leader for details .

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 10 Km    Duration: 3 Hr    Grade: 2 Moderate
Meet 10 mins prior at: Oak Flats, Skiway Park Activity Start Time: 8.00 am on water

Wed 18 Feb, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Sun 15 Mar, 2026   Trip Away: Autumn walks in Canberra

Leader: Graham Burgess    View Leaders List

Series of grade 3 to 3½ walks over four days including Namadgi NP, Tidbinbilla NR and Mulligans Flat NR. Suggested accommodation is at a tourist park which is best to book early. Hard limit of 16 walkers applies so won’t be long till a waiting list develops. Autumn should be nice in Canberra.

FULLY BOOKED

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: Hr    Grade: 3 Moderate
Registration Essential
Limit: 16

Wed 22 Apr, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Tue 09 Jun, 2026   Cycle: Cycle Trip Exploring Rides of Moreton Bay Region

Leader: Jill Hawkes    View Leaders List

7 nights staying on picturesque waterfront at Scarborough with rides along Moreton Bay Cycleway including Redcliffe foreshore, Nudgee Beach, Boondall Wetlands, Manly and also Bribie Island

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: 30 Km    Duration: 8 days Hr    Grade: 2 Leisurely
Registration Essential
Limit: 20

Wed 24 Jun, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Wed 19 Aug, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Wed 09 Sep, 2026   Meeting: Illawarra Ramblers AGM and social lunch at the Towradgi Bowling Club

Leader: Anne Murdoch    View Leaders List

All members are invited to attend the 2026 Annual General Meeting at the Towradgi Bowling Club.  The meeting will be followed by lunch.

More details will be provided nearer the time.

If you have any queries, please contact Anne Murdoch (see Members List).

Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: Hr    Grade:
Registration Essential

Wed 21 Oct, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Wed 02 Dec, 2026   Meeting: Ramblers Committee Meeting

Leader: Pam Hayes    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: 2 Hr    Grade:
Meet 10 mins prior at: Illawarra Yacht Club Activity Start Time: 2.30 pm

Fri 04 Dec, 2026   Social: Illawarra Ramblers Christmas Party

Leader: Anne Murdoch    View Leaders List
Specific Hazards: Specific Abilities:
Distance: Km    Duration: Hr    Grade:
Registration Essential

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