11-08, 10:00–14:00 (Australia/Hobart), Mt Wellington
For those interested in spending a few hours on Tasmania's most visited tourist destination and Hobart's backyard, local geologist Colin Mazengarb, will lead a trip up the mountain kunanyi-Mt Wellington for a Geological Field Trip.
Colin has mapped the geology and geomorphology of the mountain with a focus on natural hazards, particularly debris flow and rockfall processes and he will outline these during the trip. In addition, the view of the city and surrounds are spectacular and the alpine flora unique in Australia.
Fitness level: For the main hike, a high level of mobility is required to be able to walk down stairs and on uneven ground. There is also a lower level mobility hike around the beautiful springs, but you will still get to experience the peak before you head to the springs.
What to bring:
Make sure you wear layers that will give you comfort as the temperature up on top of the mountain is usually 10°C than in the Hobart CBD. Pack for wind, rain and sun. Other things you need include:
- Sturdy walking shoes
- Sunscreen
- Water
- Snacks
- Lunch - or you can purchase at the C3 cafe before we leave.
Please register your interest here
Colin is a semi-retired geologist based in Hobart who has worked in the fields of regional mapping and engineering-geology in NZ, Australia and the USA for government entities. He is an early adopter of GIS technology and since 2016 has been teaching GIS to geotechnical practitioners in NZ, Australia and Nepal on behalf of their professional societies.