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Walk in the Dial with Lyndon O’Neil
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Dial Range Reserve
Gnomon Carpark, Ironcliff Road, Penguin, TAS 7316, Australia
Join local Aboriginal steward of Country Lyndon O’Neil for a biocultural introduction to the Dial Range ecosystem. Participants will explore the cultural and environmental significance of the landscape while learning about ongoing care for Country on a 45-minute walk.
What to bring:
- Closed-in walking shoes
- Warm waterproof coat
- Hat
- Water bottle
Accessibility: Suitable for most ages. The track has a hardened or compacted surface that may have a gentle hill section or sections and occasional steps.
Weather: Subject to weather conditions. A wet weather alternative will be advised if required.
About Lyndon O'Neil
Lyndon O’Neil is a Tasmanian Leader, Aboriginal educator, cultural practitioner and founder of Healthy Country Services. His work brings together Aboriginal knowledge systems, environmental science, cultural heritage and land management to support healthier Country and stronger communities. For National Science Week, Lyndon shares how Aboriginal ways of knowing, observing and caring for Country are living science, grounded in deep time, relationship, responsibility and practical stewardship.
Location
Location Information
Meeting Point: Gnomon Carpark. The Mount Gnomon carpark is a 25 minute drive from Ulverstone (20km). Head west towards Burnie on the A1 Bass Highway. Take the South Road exit towards Penguin. Turn onto Sports Complex Avenue and left onto Ironcliffe Road and follow this road for 8.6km. Please note that the last 1.7km is unsealed. There is parking available at the trail head. For further information on the Dial Range, how to get there, safety, and restrictions, please visit the Tasmania Parks & Wildlife website
