Tasmania specific bushwalking discussion.
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Wed 19 May, 2010 1:10 pm
Hi
I am thinking of walking the Western Arthurs in November. I have read Chapman's track notes, and some notes on the web. I would like some guidance on how difficult the 'difficult' sections are as there is not too much information around.
I have done many walks - incuding OT in winter and South Coast where it rained every day for 7 days., I regularly walk in the Vic Alps and consider myself reasonably capable (dodgy knee aside).
Any advice would be appreciated.
Regards
Steve
Wed 19 May, 2010 2:33 pm
If you do a search for 'Western Arthurs' on this site you will find a plethora of information, including photos & descriptions of the 'difficult' sections.
Based on your previous experience you should be fine.
I have done the full traverse in November & we only got 20 mins of light drizzle in 8 days; it can be a stable time of year.
Good luck.
Cheers.
Stu.
Wed 19 May, 2010 2:50 pm
November should be fine weather wise, but be aware that it can turn nasty at any moment - I learnt that one first hand. Use the info from previous posts, I found it very useful, even if I didn't manage to complete the full traverse.
Wed 19 May, 2010 5:51 pm
Probably a good time of year to avoid the crowds and be able to choose the best tent sites.
JamesMc
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