CUMBERLAND BIRD OBSERVERS CLUB
Birdwatching in Sydney since 1979
OUR OUTINGS
Outings are a great way to enjoy birdwatching, to learn about the birds and to meet new friends. We have a range of outings including:
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Weekend outings on either Saturday or Sunday
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Mid-week outings on Wednesday
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Outings for young birdwatchers - click Nestlings for details
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Bus trips to areas within a few hours drive of Sydney
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Weekends away to prime birding locations
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Opportunities to participate in bird surveys and other events
We have at least 3 outings per month. The outings are informal and cater for birdwatchers of all experience levels. Helpful, friendly advice is always available on all aspects of birding.
It is usual to see about 50 species of birds on an outing. On very good days, 75 species or more can be seen or heard, but there are no guarantees!
Visitors are welcome to attend two outings prior to joining CBOC.
For more information, click the links below, or email the Activities Officer on outings@cboc.org.au.
BOOKINGS REQUIRED for all outings
In 2022 we will continue to require members and visitors to book on all outings. Proof of COVID-19 double vaccination will also be required.
Outings will be limited to 25 people so that the group is not too large for effective birding, but may sometimes have a lower limit based on the outing location.
An email will be sent to members when outings are open for booking.
8.30am | Saturday 22 January 2022 - morning only (full - waiting list open)
DAVIDSON PARK, ROSEVILLE
Meeting place
Meet at Davidson Park picnic area at Roseville. Entry to Davidson Park is from the south-bound lane of Warringah Rd only. If coming north across Roseville Bridge, it is best to go right to the top of the hill, turn left into Arthur St, turn around somewhere safe, and then turn right at the Arthur/Woodland St lights back onto Warringah Rd to head back down the hill. Turn left just before Roseville Bridge, following the sign to the boat ramp. At the bottom of the exit ramp, turn right and follow the road around as far as it goes, stopping at the toilet on the way if necessary. National Park entry fee of $8 applies unless you have a NP pass.
Leader
Heather Pearce | 0412 051 951
Habitat
Bushland, river foreshore
Grade
Grade 2. Approx 3kms on wide bush track.
8.30am | Sunday 30 January 2022 (open for booking)
CASTLEREAGH and WINDSOR DOWNS NRs
Meeting place
Meet opposite the Northern Auto Wreckers, 557 The Northern Rd, Londonderry. The closest toilets are at McDonalds at 1-21 Cranebrook Rd.
Leader
Daniel McDonald | 0404 374 362
Habitat
Woodland
Grade
Grade 2. Approx 2kms at each site on bush tracks and trails.
8.30am | Wednesday 2 February 2022 (open for booking)
WORLD WETLANDS DAY: SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK WATERBIRD REFUGE, NARAWANG WETLANDS AND MASON PARK
Meeting place
Meet at the south east end of the Sydney Olympic Park Archery Centre carpark on Bennelong Parkway.
Leader
Cathy Goswell | 0418 865 421
Habitat
Wetlands, parkland, and woodland
Grade
SOP: Grade 2. Depending on the sites, up to 3km of relatively flat walking.
Mason Park: Grade 1. Approx 1km on flat pathway.
9am | Sunday 13 February 2022 (open for booking)
CENTRAL COAST WETLANDS (PIONEER DAIRY) and CHITTAWAY BAY
Meeting place
Pioneer Dairy parking area, 1897 South Tacoma Rd. Veer left off the Pacific Hwy near the Hyundai dealer before the Wyong River bridge, then follow this around to South Tacoma Rd. After passing under the railway line, the turnoff is on the right.
Leader
Pat Thorn | 0414 248 941
Habitat
Wetlands
Grade
Grade 1 or 2 easy walks, depending on tracks chosen.
8.30am | Saturday 19 February 2022 (open for booking)
CUMBERLAND LAND CONSERVANCY: WALLAROO & WOMBAT SITES, MULGOA
Meeting place
Meet at the entrance to the property, which is accessed from the turnoff to the Penrith Landfill Depot. This is just south of the Nepean Christian School. Once you turn off Mulgoa Rd, parking is immediately on the left opposite the gate on the right. If the gate is open, drive in and park on the left near the shed.
Leader
Mark Fuller | 0424 440 140
Habitat
Open forest/woodland with clearings and small dams.
Grade
Wallaroo: Grade 2. Approx 3kms of relatively flat walking with some gentle hills.
Wombat: Grade 3. Approx 1 km with some steep hills.
8.30am | Sunday 27 February 2022 (open for booking)
MITCHELL PARK AND CATTAI NP
Meeting place
Meet at the second picnic table in Mitchell Park. National Park entry fee of $8 applies unless you have a NP pass.
Leader
Adrian Dick | 0451 825 403
Habitat
Bushland, woodland
Grade
Grade 2. Approx 3.2km on bush tracks and fire trails with occasional gentle slopes.
8.30am | Wednesday 2 March 2022 (open for booking)
WEST HEAD, KU-RING-GAI CHASE NP
Meeting place
Meet at the lookout at the end of West Head Road. National Park entry fee of $12 applies unless you have a NP pass
Leader
Heather Cavanagh and David Cree | 0419 432 720
Habitat
Sandstone country
Grade
Grade 2. Approx 3km of mostly flat walking on tracks and fire trails.
Location link
9am | Saturday 19 March 2022
BEGINNERS and NEW MEMBERS,
SYDNEY OLYMPIC PARK
Meeting place
Meet by the Cafe at the Waterview Convention Centre overlooking Lake Belvedere.
Leader
Trevor Waller | 0467 977 508
Habitat
Wetlands, parkland, and woodland
Grade
Grade 1. Approx. 2km walking mainly on flat paths.
8.30am | Sunday 27 March 2022
FLOYD BAY and MIRRAMBEENA
Meeting place
Meet at the end of Hollywood Drive, Lansvale.
Leader
Peter Abraham | 0451 292 512
Habitat
Parkland, wetlands
Grade
Grade 2. Approx 6km on mainly flat easy concrete paths.
Location link
Location link
7am | Saturday 2 April 2022 (COVID-19 permitting)
BUS TRIP: MEGALONG VALLEY
Meeting place
TBC
Leader
Pat Thorn | 0414 248 941
Habitat
TBC
Grade
TBC
8.30am | Wednesday 6 April 2022
FIELD OF MARS, SUGARLOAF POINT and BORONIA PARK
Meeting place
Meet at Field of Mars Reserve, Pittwater Rd, East Ryde
Leader
Cathy Goswell | 0418 865 421
Habitat
Forest, mangrove
Grade
Field of Mars: Grade 1. Approx 0.6km Boardwalk loop.
Sugar Loaf Point: Grade 3. Approx 3 km on bush tracks with short steep hill sections, some rough surfaces and a few steps.
Location link
Location link
8.30am | Saturday 23 April 2022
"WIVENHOE" PRIVATE PROERTY AT COBBITTY
Meeting place
Wivenhoe (Mater Dei Road) off Macquarie Grove Road, Cobbitty. Parking details to be provided. Basic toilet facilities available.
Leader
Peter Ridgeway | 0401 481 037
Habitat
Woodland, grassland and riverflats.
Grade
Grade 2. Approx 3km on fire trail with occasional small stones, and some gentle hills. No steps.