Hobart Walking Club


Hobart Walking Club is a recreational walking club based in Hobart, Tasmania, Australia that was started in 1929 by Jack Thwaites and Evelyn Temple Emmett
It has celebrated its over 80 years in a number of commemorative histories at various milestones in its history: 21 years 50 years and 81 years
It has published its journal the 'Tasmanian Tramp' since inception, as well as producing maps and other publications over the years.
Considerable effort by many members exploring in the South West Tasmania region brought photographs and texts explaining access to many rivers, mountains and tracks - most of which was written up in the Tasmanian Tramp.
The organisation has also participated in search and rescue events, as well as promoting safety awareness in bushwalking
A similar club exists in northern Tasmania, the Launceston Walking Club.

Publications

Most publications by the club, apart from the Tasmanian Tramp were short runs or one off publishing ventures.