Category Archives: Wildflowers

Sydney Park and Malabar Headland Visits – 21 October 2022

This was a full day, starting off at Sydney Park, and then visiting Malabar Headland to photograph the Peregrine Falcons. At Sydney Park, I had two aims – to photograph the Tawny Frogmouths and the Powerful Owl. I first went … Continue reading →

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Kameruka Bushwalking Club Reunion 18 – 20 October 2022

Many years ago (1970’s – 80’s) I was an active member of the Kameruka Bushwalking Club, and I was pleased to be able to attend a reunion held at Blackheath. I have outlined some of the highlights of this club’s … Continue reading →

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The Jibbon Loop – 17 October 2022

Another nice walk organised  and led by Brian Everingham for the National Parks Association of NSW. Then plan was to catch the ferry to Bundeena and then walk along Jibbon Beach, around the headland, and then continue on the track … Continue reading →

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Coastal Walking – Cape Solander – Cape Baily – 15 October 2022

It was beautiful weather and I was keen to head outdoors, so I decided to catch a train to Cronulla and then a bus to Kurnell and visit Kamay – Botany Bay National Park. My plan was open – to … Continue reading →

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Upper Blue Mountains Heritage Walk – 12 October 2022

This was a nice day out in the Upper Blue Mountains – looking for heritage sites. The party was Bob, Doug, Pete and myself. During the day we examined a most interesting Aboriginal site – an occupation shelter, which had … Continue reading →

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Visit to Oatley Park – 4 October 2022

The day before, I had suggested to Valerie and Sue that we take advantage of the good weather while it lasts and visit Oatley Park. I thought there may be some orchids out, and there is usually good range of … Continue reading →

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Curra Moors Wildflower Walk – 1 September 2022

Spring had arrived! It was time to visit the wildflowers of the Curra Moors in Royal National Park. Valerie had suggested this as a walk, and I was glad to be able to join her. The display of wildflowers was … Continue reading →

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Waterfall to Heathcote via Uloola Falls – 18 August 2022

This was a pleasant walk in Royal National Park accompanied by Sue. We caught the train to Waterfall and were soon on the fire road to Uloola Falls. One of the highlights of walking in Royal National Park at this … Continue reading →

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Wolli Ck – Cooks River Walk – 12 August 2022

Some rain was forecast, so I abandoned plans to go to a distant place for some bird photography and instead chose my local area. I caught a bus to Bexley North, then walked down the Two Valleys Track, along Wolli … Continue reading →

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Birdwood Gully Nature Walk – 9 August 2022

My friend Don suggested a walk to visit Birdwood Gully at Springwood. I hadn’t seen Don for a while and was keen to catch up, and Birdwood Gully is always a nice place to visit. So I travelled to Springwood … Continue reading →

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