Events
Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service community events and activities are held throughout the year in different locations.
Other events are also held in parks and reserves organised by community groups, commercial tourism operators and other organisations.
Please check the Calendar of Events listing below to find out what is happening around the State.
Calendar of Events
Heart Foundation Walking - Park Walks 2012 - 2013
Heart Foundation Walking – Park Walks aim to encourage people to enjoy themselves in their local natural environments including reserves, national parks and beaches.
The program invites community members to participate in free walks that cater for a variety of ages and fitness levels. Heart Foundation Walking – Park Walks is a Heart Foundation initiative supported by the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service – Healthy Parks Healthy People initiative.
Please follow this link to see the program for details.
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Ninth Annual Giant Steps Bike Ride - 15 - 17 March 2013
The Giant Steps 3 Day Bike Ride is an annual event to raise money for Giant Steps. The ride will be in Tasmania again this year. As spaces are limited to 40 riders participation is by invitation only. Over the past 8 years we have raised $1.94 million. Our target for 2013 is to raise $200,000 towards the $3.4 million needed to cover the gap between $6.4m that it will cost to run Giant Steps and $3.0m that will be received from government.
Wine Glass BayThe money raised from the bike rides has enabled Giant Steps to erect three playgrounds, convert a derelict building into a library and continue to improve the services provided to students and their families. It also facilitated the establishment of a post-school program and an extension to the Early Learning Building.
For further information please follow this link.
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Endorfun - Tassie Trail Runs
Lake St Clair – 17 March 2013
Bruny Island – 28 April 2013
Freycinet – 23 June 2013
The Tasmanian trail running series showcases some of Tassie's finest tracks and trails for off road running. These tracks vary in difficulty from graveled paths to steep, rough tracks, but they are all great adventures and some of our favourite runs.
Lake St ClairSo if you like getting out in the bush and exploring your backyard then these runs are for you. While some may choose to race, these events are more about enjoying some awesome trails and the speed at which you do so is entirely up to you. Walkers are more than welcome.
For further information please follow this link.
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H&R Block Three Peaks Race – 29 March – 2 April 2013
Proudly conducted by the Port Dalrymple Yacht Club
The H&R Block Three Peaks Race is a non-stop offshore sailing and endurance running event. The event, which is held each year at Easter, starts at Beauty Point, travels to Flinders Island before making its way down Tasmania's East Coast to Coles Bay and on to the finish line at Hobart. Along the way, running teams scale Mount Strzelecki, Mount Freycinet and Mount Wellington, while sailing teams tackle the state's unpredictable seas.
Strzelecki NPThis iconic Tasmanian event has been held in Tasmania since 1989 and attracts elite sportspeople to its ranks and large crowds at various locations along the way. Teams compete in two divisions; the main racing monohull and main racing multihull - with the main divisions having the original concept of a five-person team. The race is organised by a dedicated and highly competent team of volunteers that professionally manage the high-profile event.
For further information please follow this link.
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Australian Heritage Week - Saturday 13 April to Sunday 21 April 2013
Australian Heritage Week is an annual national celebration of Australia's unique heritage. It is an opportunity for all Australians to join together to celebrate our shared and special heritage.
To join our activities, please check this listing closer to the date for details.
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World Parks Day – 17 September 2013
World Parks Day is an open invitation to all to take time out and enjoy the magnificent natural environment that Tasmania is renowned for. Make a date in your calendar and celebrate!
To join our activities, please check this listing closer to the date for details.
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