A walking tour presented by the Tasmanian Historical Research Association (THRA), in association with Cultural Heritage Practitioners Tasmania. The walk will be led by Anne McConnell together with Angie McGowan.

This is an opportunity to see some rare and almost unknown archaeology on Hobart’s back doorstep that relates to Hobart’s early colonial timber industry. The walk will view a diversity of sites relating to timber getting. These are part of a rare timber getting heritage complex, possibly the most extensive and best preserved complex in Australia.

A 3 hour, easy-moderate walk in Wellington Park. The walk will be mostly on walking and vehicular tracks, but some of these have short moderately steep sections and there will be a need to go-off track for short distances. Participants will need to wear enclosed, sturdy shoes and bring a rain coat and water (and a snack).

Bookings are essential as this is also a public walk, with each walk limited to 15 participants, with participation shared between THRA members and the public. There are two dates available.

When: 10am-1pm, Sunday 15 May 2022; and 1.30-4.30pm Wednesday 18 May 2022

Meeting place: South Hobart (details available on booking)

To book: Contact Anne McConnell at annemc@aaa.net.au or on 03 6239 1494

Photo credit: Kevin Kiernan