Walking the Otways
Author: Geelong bushwalking club
Publisher:
Published: 2015-03-01
Total Pages: 184
ISBN-13: 9781920995126
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A Guide to Walks in the Great Otway National Park Eastern Section
Author: Friends of Eastern Otways (GONP)
Publisher:
Published: 2023-09
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780646883229
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Stretching along the Great Ocean Road in Victoria, from the Ironbark Basin to Grey River, the eastern section of the Great Otway National Park provides numerous walking tracks through a diversity of landscapes: heathlands, fern gullies, waterways, temperate rainforests, waterfalls and coastal areas. The park provides habitat for a variety of flora and fauna, many of which may be seen on these enjoyable walks. Includes time, length, terrain, difficulty, access.
Daywalks Around Melbourne
Author: Glenn Tempest
Publisher:
Published: 2005
Total Pages: 238
ISBN-13: 9780975233306
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →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.
Wildlife of the Otways and Shipwreck Coast
Author: Grant Palmer
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
Published: 2019-04-01
Total Pages: 305
ISBN-13: 1486308996
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The Otways and Shipwreck Coast is known for its natural beauty and attracts millions of visitors each year, particularly along the Great Ocean Road. The value of the region's rich biodiversity is recognised at the national and global level and its wildlife is markedly different to other regions, including eastern Victoria which supports similar vegetation types. Wildlife of the Otways and Shipwreck Coast is a photographic field guide to the vertebrate wildlife of Victoria’s south-west. It covers all the mammals, birds, reptiles and frogs that occur in the region, including on land and in coastal waters. Each of the 288 species profiles includes a description and information on identification, range, conservation status, habitat use and ecology and is complemented by an exquisite colour photograph and a detailed distribution map. The book also includes chapters on habitat types, conservation and management, and on 14 key places in the region to view wildlife. This book will allow those interested in wildlife, including residents and visitors, to identify vertebrate animals found in the region. Readers will also become more familiar with the distinct role the Otways has in conserving Australia’s biodiversity.
AustraliaÕs National Parks by Public Transport
Author: Mick Ogrizek
Publisher: Lulu.com
Published: 2019-05-06
Total Pages: 130
ISBN-13: 0244481210
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →This book is a guide on how to visit some of Australia's national parks using only public transport - be it by bus or train. It contains details on how to visit 39 such parks across every State and Territory. They are not necessarily the ?best? national parks but those that are usually more accessible from major cities and towns. National Parks preserve the best natural parts of Australia. They showcase the best natural landscapes, including the varying flora and fauna of Australia. That's what makes national parks great and special places to visit. The book is not a detailed or comprehensive guide to Australia's national parks. It simply provides details on public transport access and points you to other resources to assist you when visiting parks, such as maps, track notes, activities, and available facilities
Great Ocean Road
Author: iMinds
Publisher: iMinds Pty Ltd
Published: 2014-05-14
Total Pages: 6
ISBN-13: 1921798092
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →Learn about the history of the Great Ocean Road in Australia with iMinds Travel's insightful fast knowledge series. The Great Ocean Road extends 400 kilometres, or 248-and-a-half miles, along the southwest coastline of Victoria, which is Australia's most southern mainland state. It takes the traveller through sandy coastal villages and glitzy holiday towns, from dramatic beach cliff-faces to old-growth rainforests and from surfing havens to waterfalls. To drive the length of it takes about four hours from near Victoria's capital city of Melbourne to the impressive coastal rock structures known as the Twelve Apostles. Throughout, the route is perfect territory for holiday photography, as the seven-million-per-year tourists will tell you. The Great Ocean Road has something for everyone: stunning scenery, shipwreck stories, tree-top walks, formula-one style roads, and gourmet kitchens. iMinds will tell you the story behind the place with its innovative travel series, transporting the armchair traveller or getting you in the mood for discover on route to your destination. iMinds brings targeted knowledge to your eReading device with short information segments to whet your mental appetite and broaden your mind.
The Complete Guide to the Great Ocean Road
Author: Richard Everist
Publisher: BestShot
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 418
ISBN-13: 0975602349
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The Great Ocean Road region - the southwest coastline of Victoria - is simply extraordinary. This book unlocks the sights, activities and background context for visitors and locals - using maps, pictures and words. It is for everyone who is interested in exploring and learning about the region from Geelong to Portland. Sustainability depends first on knowledge, second on discerning customers and communities, and third on responsible businesses. This book features a number of businesses that are responding to the challenge, and: * details on hundreds of accessible sights * maps and information on over fify sustainable activities including beach and surf guides, walking track notes, national parks and reserves and over fifty cities, towns and villages with more than sixty heritage sites. * fascinating background context including environmental issues, Aboriginal and European heritage, geology, ecosystems, flora and fauna.
Waterfalls of the Otway Ranges
Author: Anthony Car
Publisher:
Published: 2021-05-31
Total Pages: 336
ISBN-13: 9780646831701
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →A book that documents and covers 226 waterfalls located in the Otway Ranges, which is in Victoria, Australia. It contains historic articles and accounts. Information on each waterfall is documented including name, location, height, and other important data. Every waterfall has a photo displayed. Historic photos are also included for many of the famous waterfalls in the Otway Ranges. Detailed maps are featured with suggested waterfalls to visit.
250 Victorian Waterfalls
Author: Ray Barber
Publisher:
Published: 2010
Total Pages: 320
ISBN-13: 9780646543314
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →The authors have spent over six years researching and visiting many of Victoria's waterfalls. Some waterfalls are very easy to get to whilst others are for experienced bushwalkers only. Each waterfall entry contains the following information: Municipality; source; GPS co-ordinates; closest tow; distance and direction from Melbourne; approximate time from Melbourne by car; vehicle access; walking access; facilities; origin of name; other points of interest (if appropriate). Many of the waterfalls detailed in this book are not included in VICNAMES, The Register of Geographic Names. Others are not shown on maps of Victoria. This comprehensive guide provides information which gives you the opportunity to discover some of the waterfall wonders of Victoria for yourself.
Back Roads Australia
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2014-02-03
Total Pages: 266
ISBN-13: 1465422250
DOWNLOAD EBOOK →DK Eyewitness Back Roads Australia driving holiday guide will take you via scenic routes to discover charming villages, local restaurants and intimate places to stay. Unearth the real soul of this magical region with all the practical information you could need, from road conditions and length of drive to parking information and opening hours. Twenty-five themed drives, each lasting one to seven days, reveal breathtaking views, hidden gems and authentic local experiences that can only be discovered by road. Each tour is bursting with insider knowledge and loaded with ideas for varied activities from walks to days on the beach and children's attractions, to wine and cycling trips. Meanwhile, the most friendly, best-value hotels and guesthouses and charming restaurants specialising in regional produce have been selected by expert authors. The guide is full-colour throughout. Discover the unexpected on your driving holiday with DK Eyewitness Back Roads Australia. Now available in PDF format.
