Blogs from Wilmot, Tasmania, Australia, Oceania

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Oceania » Australia » Tasmania » Wilmot March 3rd 2015

Hi, we arrived at our destination in the mountains to some lovely log cabins tucked away in Loongana, near Leven Canyon. This was situated on a private nature reserve. It is pretty remote, no neighbours, no wi-fi, no tv, just mountains and wildlife. We were met by our host called Pat, she said her husband Len was a bit poorly so she showed us to our cabins where she had made us a log fire which was a blessing as it was really cold. Little house on the Prairie or what !! As it was raining heavy, we decided we would make dinner, relax and have an early night as we were all knackered. Pat said she would put food put outside our cabins so the wildlife would come. Stu and I moved our couch to ... read more
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Oceania » Australia » Tasmania » Wilmot February 21st 2014

Forth River Hinterland After arrival in Tas, we set up camp beside the Forth River in a very good low cost camp (Donation) at the Forth recreational Ground, adjacent to a fast flowing and beautiful River. Our first day of exploration was a circuit up the Forth River Valley into the high country. Well, the circuit concept didn't quite work out as you will see. Suffice to say we will return later to the Forth Rec Ground before heading back to the mainland. We drove up a secondary sealed road which was well maintained, but slowish driving to the town of Wilmot. This little town is the birthplace of Coles Supermarkets, and the original store still stood here until three weeks ago. Sadly destroyed by fire, and I suspect wont be rebuilt, but time will tell. ... read more
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