Sunday's hike has been moved out of the flooded Coopers Creek and Wanganui Gorge to the caves on the Koonyum Range. We will hike down Calicoma track and then enter the over-hanging cave line that has stunning cliff features and runs for several kms. We will have lunch above these cliffs, high above Upper Wilsons Creek with expansive views across to Blackbutt Plateau. We meet at the cnr of Koonyum Range Rd and Wilsons Creek Rd at 8am. Offtrack so Grade 4. Steve   0414 312 917   6684 0378   Assistant leader Grant 0405 584 211  

A pleasant Sunday morning ramble through some hidden secrets around Mullumbimby. You will be surprised to find such interesting places so close to the town. We meet at Heritage park, corner of Dalley and Mill st Mullumbimby. The circuit will take about 2.5 hours depending on how fast we walk and we finish at the same spot, having walked through bush on Tallowood ridge for about 20 minutes. Optional cuppa as we near the end. Leader Ashni, Contact David Froggatt 0402 470 546

From Upper Wilsons we will hike past the intermitent Blue Lagoon (can't guarantee it will have water ) past the bottom of the Rockslide amd then along an easy 'terrace' that takes us to the huge landslide in the very headwater of the Wilsons River. Then there is a steep scramble with plenty of trees and shrubs to grab onto until we reach Rockface Rd. Then it is about 900 metres along the road until we intersect with the new multi-day Gidjuum Gulyani Walk as it ascends Mt Jerusalem. There is a campsite here with permanent water. On Sunday we ascend the 400 sandstone steps to the summit of Mt Jerusalem. There is a new lookout with amazing views over the Tweed Valley. As we descend from the summit we branch off onto Wild Dog Rd which heads towards Blackbutt Plateau. But at the saddle in this narrow ridge, we drop down into Dave Olivers and follow an old logging trail past his macadamia orchard and back to the start. This is the route of our new one day loop but we will be doing it slowly in 2 days with the addition of the Blue Lagoon and visiting the landslide. Grade 4 Leader Steve 0414 312 917 Assistant Phil      Meeting and car sharing at Barbara's, 1016 Wilsons Creek Rd at 8am.

The Byron Coastal Charity Walk on Saturday 3 May offers a meaningful way to give back to the community while enjoying one of Australia's most iconic coastal landscapes. This annual event, held in support of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service, invites participants to walk 12, 24, or 36 kilometres along the stunning Byron coastline. This is more than just a walk; it’s an opportunity to test your limits, enjoy spectacular coastal scenery, and support a life-saving service that one of our hiking members may need. Our Club plans to have a big contingent to participate.

The Historic Nightcap Walking Track goes between Mount Nardi, Nightcap National Park and Rummery Campground, Whian Whian Conversation Area. One group of walkers will start from Mt Nardi and the other group from Rummery Park. We'll meet in the middle and swap car keys. We are looking at other transport arrangements as well. This walk is for experienced bushwalkers only. It is necessary that the walk leaders know your walking ability beforehand because we will be in remote areas and the track conditions are changeable depending upon weather events. 18 km and Grade 4. Co-leaders: David Roland Enquiries david@davidroland.com.au and Nicole Lee 0417 217 092.  Bookings are open. Photo Credit: Ken Golding, Mount Doughboy

Come and enjoy a beach to the bush and back circuit starting at Mrs Birdy for Coffee (if it's open). We'll leave Mrs Birdy at 9am so come a little before if you want to try your luck getting coffee. It's an 8km walk so we should be back by midday. It's definitely a walk for old sandshoes as there are a couple of creeks to paddle through. The route takes us through South Golden Beach then up to the start of the Optus track fire trail and down to the beach, (bring your swimmers) then back along the beach to the start. Low tide is 9.09am and you'll get to see how much sand Alfred took, it may be a steep, 2 meter, scramble getting on and off the beach. Grade 3, Leader - David Froggatt 0402 470 546

From the very end of Upper Wilsons Creek Rd we hike for an hour to the foot of the Rockslide pictured above. This photo was taken after the disaster in March '22 when this gully had it's guts ripped out. Today it is full of dense regrowth. We will ascend about 150m until we branch off onto the end of an old logging trail that takes us up to Rockface Rd near the new trail over Mt Jerusalem. We will be checking for fallen branches as this will be the beginning of a new day walk that we plan to go over the Mountain and back into the western side of the Wilsons basin. We will return part of the way and then branch off onto a trail that heads down to another path that leads to a huge landslide. If we have time we will visit this landslide before returning to the cars. This is all rugged offtrack and only for people with this experience. We will meet outside 1020 Wilsons Creek Rd and carshare.  Grade 4: Call Steve with any questions 0414312917

Silvanna is unwell and unable to join us for the art walk and the weather outlook is unsuitable for artistic activities, so we will postpone the walk for a future date. Instead, I will lead a stroll from Lennox Headland starting at Pat Morton lookout to White's Head and maybe beyond if the weather outlook is promising. The alternative walk down the coast is going ahead. Meet at the Pat Morton lookout at 8.30.   Enquiries: david@davidroland.com.au and sil@createtherapy.com.au

A half day walk to the Cougal Cascades and Currumbin Creek in the luxuriant rainforest of Springbrook National Park with swimming and lunch or drink at a local cafe on the way out in Currumbin Valley. This is the rescheduled walk from 8 March cancelled due to the cyclone. Easy walk along a highly accessible path to the old timber mill remains and then along a dirt track along Currumbin Creek to the waterfall above Cougal Cascades. Upon our return we'll swim at one of the upper cascade pools and move onto a cafe for lunch or a drink. An email with final details sent out to registered walkers a few days before the event once the weather forecast is known with suggestions for carpooling. Grade 3 Leader David Roland Enquiries; david@davidroland.com.au

We walk from Wanganui up to the top of a spectacular waterfall with great swimming opportunities before heading up through the unlogged Lost Valley to Lyre bird falls, returning the same way. A very special place. This walk is on a rough track to the top of the falls before becoming off track for the last half to Lyre bird falls, There is a good likelyhood of getting wet feet and it suits people up for a bit of adventure. Definitely a day for a swim so bring your swimmers and lunch. Leader David Froggatt 0402 470 546 Grade 3

Six days of hiking through giant forests and camping most nights next to crystal clear, freshwater perched lakes.  Leader Chris McAllister 0422 005 771 Cancellation policy: there is no refund for any circumstances once you book unless you or the Club can find a replacement. More info: https://parks.des.qld.gov.au/parks/great-walks-kgari-fraser K'Gari is a special and unique place.  The walk involves six days of hiking approximately 13km a day so, whilst challenging, there will be time to enjoy the wonderful location.  Most camps are on one of the unique lakes and hiking allows you to camp in places that people visiting in 4WDs are not allowed to stay, meaning you can enjoy without the crowds. Being a six day pack walk, ideally you will have done overnight hikes before, know your abilities and limitations and have lightweight hiking gear.  Speak to Chris if you are unsure about any of this. There is the possibility of a food drop half way for a small cost which allows for lighter packs. We will drive up to Inskip on the Good Friday and drive back on the 24th.  Easter and Anzac day are closely aligned this year so if, like me, you have a job, you can get 10 days off with only three days of leave. Only 4 spots plus the leader  

We will meet at 10am Saturday March 15 at myplace, 1016 Wilsons Creek Rd. On Saturday we can explore the northern side of Lost Valley before visiting Lyrebird Falls. Then we are going from the top of Lyrebird Falls out to Peates mtn Rd. This section is offtrack until we meet the road. We hike up the road for 2km to our campsite. The rest of the hike is on part of the new 4-day trail. Sunday is about 10km. We pass the historic Postmans Tree, pause at the Teatree Lookout with its views to Mt Warning and Cape Byron before exiting through Doon Doon saddle. Each side of lyrebird falls is grade 4 because it is off track. Then all grade 3. Fit beginners are welcome after a phone conversation and coaching from the leader. You must become a member to participate on a multi-day hike. Leader, Steve 0414 312 917 Assistant leader Eleanor.