While on the Trail

This page has been optimised for smart phones so that users of the Trail can easily access important information that may be of benefit while on the Trail.

While on the Trail

Registration

Users of the Tasmanian Trail are requested to register when commencing their trek along the Tasmanian Trail and as well report their progress each day. The buttons above have been provided for this purpose. It is suggested that you bookmark the Progress Report on your phone for easy retrieval while on the Trail. The forms have been optimised for smart phones.

The purpose of this request is threefold. The first reason is to record your whereabouts in the case of mishap. If you do have an unfortunate occurrence and become stranded or lost, the authorities will have some information to guide them to you. The second reason is for the Association to know where you are on the Trail in the case of Fire or flood. If we believe you are in some danger we can contact you to advise what action you should take. Thirdly the Association needs statistical information on the use of the Trail. This is very important to enable it to make decisions on future management for the benefit of future users. It also provides the Association with data to help with funding submissions.

You are encouraged to complete the Progress Report regularly, and perhaps each night, as you progress along the Trail. You may wish to use the Progress Report if you have any suggestions or if you find something out of place such as a missing marker or fallen tree. Your reports will not necessarily be acknowledged but you comments will certainly be noted and appropriate action taken for the benefit of following trekkers.

Thank you

Updates

29.3.18

The Trail between Latrobe and Railton has been closed due to a dispute with a land owner. Users should take the Railton Road as shown in Map 2 in the guidebook.
This matter may take some time to resolve as it may involve legal action.

23.3.18
Regarding the Bracknell campsite closure this month: the Meander Valley Council is making moves to open a site on the recreation grounds, for which there will be a small charge. Further details will be provided as they become known.

23.3.18
The large trees felled over the Trail in Section 11 (Ouse to Jones River, vicinity of Broad River) have been removed and access is clear.

23.3.18
It has been reported that the Bronte Chalet (page 43 of the guidebook) has been destroyed by fire this morning. Users of the Trail should note that accomodation may not be available between Miena and Ouse. Cottages exist at Bronte Park but were administered from the Chalet and it is not yet known what alternative arrangements will be made.

8.3.18
Due to legal circumstances the Meander Valley Council has closed the campsite at Bracknell (end of Stage 5). Until such time as a new site can be found or the site is reopened, the only alternative for camping in the near vicinity is the Old School House at Liffey as described on page 33 of the guidebook. Enquiries are being made as to whether horse riders can still use the paddock adjacent to the hotel to hold their mounts overnight or for short periods while they obtain stores in the town. Further advice in this regard will be provided as soon as it is known.

20.1.18 A short detour has been marked to avoid two locked gates between points 11.2 and 14.4 on page 55 of the guidebook.

20.12.17
Keys are no longer available at the Axemans Hall of Fame. The Latrobe Council has agreed to take over the role for the time being. The Council office is at 170 Gilbert Street, Latrobe (eastern end of the main street). It is recommended that Jan be contacted at the Council on 03 6421 4550 to book a key or if unsuccessful ring Dakota on 0418 155 547.

15.5.17 Caves Track Page 35

Following the recent down-pours in the north of the State that caused major flood damage, the Caves Track has been inspected and and some work done to repair the eroded sections. The following advice will be placed in the guidebook.
The Caves Track ahead is an old stock route that has not been maintained for many years. The lower half is in reasonable order but the 2km section near the top is eroded and very rough with exposed rocks making difficult progress even for walkers. Washouts have been repaired to make them passable for horses and walkers but bike riders would need to carry their bikes for some distance. Horse riders need to walk their mounts with care.

Services

Tourism Tasmania
www.discovertasmania.com

Tasmanian Visitor Info
Devonport (03) 6430 5831
Latrobe (03) 6421 4699
Launceston (03) 6336 3133
Hobart (03) 6238 4222

Weather
Tasmanian coastal, land weather and flood warnings 1300 659 216
www.bom.gov.au/tas

Additional Maps
www.tasmap.tas.gov.au

Emergencies
State Emergency Service
Emergency Calls: 000

Feed Merchants
Most areas along the Trail have access to these services. Ask locally for further information or check the Yellow Pages.

North West Animal Hospital
115 Steele St, Devonport
(03) 6424 9888 0418 305 907

Spreyton Veterinary Services
(03) 6424 2495
Sheffield Veterinary Clinic
(03) 6491 1556
Deloraine Veterinary Clinic
(03) 6362 2108
Art Meeker
57 Leura St, Rosny
(travelling vet). 0418 122 647
Montrose Veterinary Clinic
(03) 6272 3599
Derwent Equine Practice, Mount Stuart, Hobart (travelling vet)
013 761 156

Farriers
Northern regions:
Les Fraser
Royce Martin
(03) 6224 6263 0409 235 168

Central Plateau & Derwent Valley:
Rodrick Lefevre 0400 449 941

Huon Valley:
Nicholas Sinclair 0417 537 895

Bike rental see
www.biketas.org.au/bike_shops

Northern Coordinator (Dakota)	0418 155 547
Central Coordinator (John)	03 6249 1597
Derwent Valley Coordinator (Cat)	0427 484 887
Southern Coordinator (John)	0419 500 320
Secretary (Chris)	0419 370 528

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