**PRE-LUNCH (the “warm-up”):** **In this section we will get beautiful views of Berowra Waters (a tributary of the Hawkesbury River).** **We will meet at Mt Ku-ring-gai Train Station at 9.20am (train leaves from Central at 8.20am and arrives at 9.16am).** **Then, we will walk to the start of the trail and down to Cowan Creek along Mount Ku-ring-gai Track.** **This track connects with Berowra Track and follows Cowan Creek to Waratah Bay.** **The trail then has a steep climb out to Berowra Train Station passing Little Waterfall and Pool near the end. There will be plenty of birds chirping and other wildlife.** **This section goes for about 10 kms and is considered moderately challenging (Grade 3). It will take us about 3 hours.** **We will stop for lunch at Berowra, where there isn’t much apart from a take-away shop, a pie/cake shop and Subway.** **There is the opportunity to exit the walk here.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **POST LUNCH (the “main event”):** **In this section, we will get beautiful views and diverse ecosystems. Along the way, there is a creek, a salt marsh, grass trees, a rock shelter and a variety of flora and fauna.** **We will start at Berowra Train Station and descend to Berowra Creek before we make our way to Lyrebird Gully, from where we will climb out to Mt Ku-ring-gai Train Station.** **This section also goes for about 10 kms but has some challenging climbs and creek crossings (Grade 4). Particularly challenging is Rampus Brutus, the last climb before we end at Mount Ku-ring-gai Train Station. It will take us about 4 hours.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **Since this is a loop hike, you can catch the train in and out, or drive to Mount Ku-ring-gai Train Station.** **It's advisable to wear proper hiking shoes for your own safety. There is the possibility of a few “interesting” creek crossings, especially after rain.** **We will aim to finish by 4.20pm at Mount Ku-ring-gai Train Station, from which we can catch a train back to Sydney.** **\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** **DISTANCE: 20 kms.** **GRADE: Some very challenging climbs, especially after lunch.** **NOTE: Only one exit point at Berowra Train Station at lunchtime. Please let the Host know if you leave the walk.** **IMPORTANT INFORMATION:** · **Be Prepared: Wear comfortable hiking shoes, bring at least 1L of water (refill available at Berowra) 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.**