Back Yard Rain & Snow
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Back Yard Rain & Snow

Up and down tracks of my Pearl Izumis(...and the 4WD tracks of a techo working on the TV towers) A couple of runs to report in the past week.  Last Sunday some rain had switched on the New Town Rivulet at the Clapper Bridge.  This was a pleasant contrast from last week when we found the stream unseasonably dry.…
Mount Field Snow
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Mount Field Snow

Time for a break from Western Arthurs... Pandani Grove, Lake Dobson Looking ahead to the first week of school holidays two days stood out from the forecast.  With 12 year old Henry keen for an overnight hike it was easy to pick the best time.  As for location, options abounded.  We selected Mount Field which did not disappoint. Lake…
Back Yard Loop – Bridges
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Back Yard Loop – Bridges

Yesterday was a relaxing home day - perfect for getting back into running with a gentle back yard loop. Mini troll's bridge I mentioned the loop in my first bog post (Inspiration).  There are many facets to our loop which I could describe in more detail.  No prize for guessing what trail features caught my attention on this particular…
Western and Eastern Arthurs Traverse – Part 2
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Western and Eastern Arthurs Traverse – Part 2

A 12-day traverse of the Western and Eastern Arthur Ranges in Southwest Tasmania by Kylie and Clinton Garratt.  Part Two bags a pair of Abels, takes us past the famous Lake Oberon, introduces us to John Chapman's "difficulties*" and leads us on to High Moor. Day 3 - Square Lake to Lake Oberon After the balmy night at the foot of…
Windermere to Pelion
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Windermere to Pelion

Heading south to Pine Forest Moor just before sunrise.  Mt Oakleigh brooding in the distance. Snowy walk, saturated run, even snowier walk.  What a way to spend a few days on Tasmania's iconic Overland Track!  This was my first time combining trail running with an overnight bushwalk.  On day one Kylie and I enjoyed a snowy wander from Dove…