Walks, Tracks and Trails of Victoria

Walks, Tracks and Trails of Victoria
Author: Derrick Stone
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
Total Pages: 296
Release: 2009-11-12
Genre: Science
ISBN: 0643100091

For the first time in a single volume, this book brings together more than 150 of the best walks, tracks or trails in Victoria, which can be walked, cycled or driven by the moderately fit individual. They are located in national and state parks, state forests, conservation reserves, historic parks and local government and public easements. Other routes follow state highways, old railways and gold routes, or pass bushranger haunts and back roads linking towns, historical and geological or geographical features. Most of the routes chosen do not require specialist navigation or bushcraft skills, and vary from a short 45 minutes on a boardwalk to four-day long-distance walking and camping. Walks, Tracks and Trails of Victoria covers the best the state has to offer, from deserts to coastal and mountain environments. It highlights the features of each location and encourages you to enjoy the experience at an informed level. Easy-to-interpret maps are included to help you navigate, and the book’s size makes it convenient to bring with you on your adventures.

Goldfields Track

Goldfields Track
Author: Gib Wettenhall
Publisher:
Total Pages: 172
Release: 2017-12
Genre:
ISBN: 9780975777886

2nd edition of the Goldfields Track guidebook, authorised version. Includes updated maps, new circuit walks & rides, revised cultural heritage essays.

Daywalks Around Melbourne

Daywalks Around Melbourne
Author: Glenn Tempest
Publisher:
Total Pages: 238
Release: 2005
Genre: Hiking
ISBN: 9780975233306

Daywalks Around Melbourne contains 100 detailed walk descriptions, 65 colour topographic maps, 100 elevation profiles, colour photographs, location and access details, distance and walk times, 150+ walks and variations.

Discover Victoria's Goldfield Heritage

Discover Victoria's Goldfield Heritage
Author: Douglas Stone
Publisher:
Total Pages: 128
Release: 1993
Genre: Gold mines and mining
ISBN: 9780646122717

A guide to the state's old mining towns with detailed route and town maps; information on scenic drives/rides; picnic/camping areas; museums/heritage paths; tourist mines; art galleries; historic town and nature walks and many other features.

Gold

Gold
Author: Iain McCalman
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2001-03-12
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780521805957

Throughout history, gold has been the stuff of legends, fortunes, conflict and change. The discovery of gold in Australia150 years ago precipitated enormous developments in the newly settled land. The population and economy boomed in spontaneous cities. The effects on both the environment and indigenous Aboriginal peoples have been profound and lasting. In this book, a team of prominent historians and curators have collaborated to produce an innovative cultural history of gold and its impact on the development of Australian society.

Bushwalks in the Victorian Alps

Bushwalks in the Victorian Alps
Author: Glenn Van Der Knijff
Publisher:
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2004
Genre: Hiking
ISBN: 9780958733182

The Victorian Alps. A mosaic of lofty summits, sweeping ridges, deep valleys and wide grassy plains. The region's rugged grandeur and spectacular wildflowers displays have attracted buishwalkers for well over 100 years. From gentle strolls across the heathlands of the Baw Baw Plateau to breathtaking vistas of the remote Crosscut Saw, this book covers a selection fo teh finest walks in the high country. Featuring:- 36 detailed walks- 22 colour maps- 36 elevation profiles- 100+ colour images

Victoria

Victoria
Author: Linsie Tan
Publisher: Redback Publishing
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2017-02-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 099462476X

Victoria's gold rush history and the momentous events that happened at the Eureka Stockade have produced ripples that are still being felt today. Find out what the real significance of the Eureka flag was, and then traverse Victoria to discover all about this state's geography, wildlife, government and Aboriginal history. - Aboriginal history and culture - Maps, timelines, statistics - Historic illustrations - Covers geography, history, economics, government - Biographies of notable people - Australian Primary Curriculum

The Traveller's Guide to the Goldfields

The Traveller's Guide to the Goldfields
Author: Richard Everist
Publisher: BestShot
Total Pages: 314
Release: 2006
Genre: Gold mines and mining
ISBN: 0975602330

This book tells the stories, gives background information and presents a detailed guide to the goldfields natural and historic heritage. It includes detailed maps, superb photography, detailed information on all cities, towns and villages and a comprehensive coverage of national and state parks.