Tours from Daleys Point and Patonga

The National Parks and Wildlife Discovery Tours have organised a bushwalk and paddle on the Peninsula during January.

The tours include a walk from Daleys Point to Hardys Bay and a paddle on Patonga Creek.

The walk will take place on Saturday, January 21, and the paddle on Sunday, January 22.

The Daleys Point Walk, called "Summer Walk", involves a circular walk along Daleys Point, Rileys Bay and Hardys Bay.

The walk offers extensive views over Brisbane Water, walking mainly on fire trails and well-defined tracks.

Participants are asked to bring sturdy track shoes, water, snacks and weather and sun protection.

Participants are asked to meet at the picnic area opposite the intersection of Killcare Rd and Araluen Dr, Hardys Bay, at 7.30am for an 11am finish.

Cost is $7 for adults and $4 for children.

The "Patonga Creek paddle" involves a canoe paddle exploring Patonga Creek.

Participants will have the opportunity to view Brisbane National Park from the waters of the tidal creek.

Canoes, paddles, buoyancy vests and paddle instructions are included in the tour.

Participants are asked to bring along afternoon tea, water, suitable footwear that can get wet( suggest old sandshoes/enclosed reef walkers), sun protection and clothing that may get water splash, along with spares to be left in the car.

Those attending the paddle are asked to meet at 1pm, at a location decided upon booking, for a 4pm finish.

The event is suitable for those over the age of 16 and costs $25.

Bookings can be made by contacting 4320 4205 and should be made by midday the day before the Summer Walk and by midday the Friday before the Patonga Creek paddle.

Newsletter, January 9 NSW National Parks and Wildlife