Blog from June, 2011

Hi Guys and Girls

I'm after people to climb with in Hobart. I'm happy to do rockclimbing but I'd also like to meet people who are are keen on mountaineering and interested in expeditions overseas South America/Nepal etc. I have a lot of time off mid week at the moment so anyone that has days off in the week and is keen to climb then hit me up. Also trying to find some info on Caving? Have never done it before but interested in having a go if there is anyone with a background in it?

Cheers

Mark 0466583838

Heard through the grapevine that Pete (old chisel fingers) Woolford made a quick despatch of 'My left Foot', a tough little boulder problem at Sandfly on the weekend.   Waiting for him to offically confirm the grade.

Hello Everyone,

Please see the below link regarding GriGri2 recall

http://www.petzl.com/en/outdoor/recall-replacement-grigri-2

Cheers

Anna

Today I attended a community meeting at Waterworks with the local landcare group, and Alderman (Crocker) from the Hobart City Council and the parks officer responsible for the Quarry and Fruehoff.

Several topics of interest were raised that somewhat impact on climbers, but it is all positive.

Firstly the CCT are formally recognised by the HCC as interested stakeholders for those two areas, this consolidates the role of the CCT with the Wellington Trust through Al and Tony.  We will be consulted in respect to the development and conservation of both quarries. The HCC were aware of climbing activity at Waterworks but not so much at Fruehoff. Jon and I will meet with the HCC in the next couple of weeks to discuss the Quarry,  the Linear Park and Fruehoff in light of the development of the Linear Track after the purchase of the property from the Brewery.

This meeting was called by the local landcare group who have been instrumental in cleaning up the quarry over the last two decades. They are concerned about damage caused by the new pump track. However they are not negative and want to preserve the habitat of the (only) endangered Australian weed called the New Holland Daisy. They are also concerned about general degradation from the pushbikes. They seem very reasonable and want to work with both Council, cyclists and climbers. As a consequence of their concerns the HCC will take a number of measures to limit damage - climbers have a large part to play in this. 

Contrary to my previous understanding, the Daisy is in the corner of the Quarry near the climbers gate - it looks like a weed and unless you are a botanist or have it pointed out I doubt you would pick it.. Due to the bikes and climbers, this area has been hurredly fenced off and Council and landcare ask that climbers do not trample inside the temporary fence (pickets and orange bunting). In the near future the main climbers fence will be moved to place the Daisy inside the climbers fence. We are asked to look after the area. A row of rocks and a sign will be erected to tell climbers about the weed and how to look after it. They do not want to totally fence it as grazing by wildlife preserves the habitat. The gate will be moved slightly.The Quarry may later include other facilities such as BBQs.

The council officer (Adam) was really supportive of climbers and without a doubt will keep in contact. They are concerned about bone seed which is establishing itself on and around the cliff. Anyone who has been to Araps knows this one. The HCC suggested that they would put on a BBQ if we assist with weed removal from the cliff????

In terms of actual climbing no concerns were raised. Stability of the cliff was mentioned but not as an issue for climbers. Allegedly there was a fatality years ago from rockfall. 

In summary, climbers please respect the temporary fence and there are no problems. Jon and I will keep you informed as we go. We may have to make a mention in the guide thing.

S

The CCT is proudly presenting Smitten the Movie in Tasmania.

Smitten is the new Australian Sport Climbing, Bouldering & BASE jumping film. Prepare for the white knuckle, action packed, thrill ride of the year as we tour through the Grampians, Mount Arapiles , Blue Mountains, Nowra and Sydney with Australia's best Rock Climbers and BASE jumper.

“Smitten is a very very different kind of film than the standard climbing-film formula. Our mission was to take climbing-films to a whole new place.”- Ed Thornhill

Come along to the screening for your chance to not only experience the action on the big screen, but also win some of the lush door prizes up for grabs. Hang about after to show to meet with the stars of the movie and find out first hand what it takes to be the best.

The movie is rated MA so best leave the little ones with the baby-sitter! The bar will be serving food and drinks, with alcohol also available

Watch the official trailer here!

Where: Stanley Burbury Theatre (UTas Sandy Bay)

When: Thursday, 4^th August, from 7pm

Tickets: $10 each, bought from Passion8 (Elizabeth St), or $12 on the door.

Why: Because it’s gonna be HUGE…..

Tickets only cost $10 and can be purchased from Passion8 in Elizabeth St. Tickets will also be available on the door for $12. Cash preferred as EFTPOS/Credit makes life trickier. Limited seats so get in quick!