Southern times

Our first full day in the southern part of Tassie was spent in and around Hobart town, learning about and appreciating some of it's interesting history. Walking past Constitution Dock on the way to the Salamanca Markets gave us the chance to get up close to the icebreaker Aurora Australis....we must really be in southern Australia! And the back drop to the markets....the beautiful and unique English inspired architecture that is all around us in Tassie.

Yuot, Jackie and David decked out in their new reflective aviators....buying more lollies!

'Show and tell'.... comparing 'finds' at the markets

Satisfied marketeers?

Thankfully we had made an early start to the day, so we managed to get out of Salamanca place just as the crowds were all closing in. We escaped to the sanctuary of wildlife at Bonorong, and got up close with native animals instead. Encounters with wombats, koalas, kangaroos and ring-tailed possums were appreciated... but not with the devils! Robyn-the-ranger had to contend with an abnoxious Tassie devil who was determined to let her know that it wanted more food! I got the impression that she may have preferred to be on our side of the fence....

Enjoying the company

Not so sure about those devils....

Emily, Merryn and Erin enjoying the 'softness'

Indi and her new friend

Who's feeding who?

All this feeding made us hungry so we ventured on down to the Richmond Bakery for lunch, and then on to explore Old Hobart town. We were able to appreciate in a miniature scale, the layout and aesthetics of Hobart in it's early days, complete with an investigative activity.

Joe.... now where is that?

For those that had money left after the markets, the Richmond shops provided another opportunity to buy gifts and momentos. I'm pretty sure Emily is well stocked now, ready to share with her family when she gets home! Not so sure about Isaac? I think perhaps he must have run out of money.... or maybe he is just a smooth talker?

Apparently Mila makes great woodfired pizzas, so Isaac requested a selfie with her. She obliged with not only a photo, but a free large pizza.... much to the enjoyment of his friends.

Walking through (over) history - Richmond Bridge....the oldest bridge in Australia

St Johns Catholic church

Home in time to enjoy all the activities that the camp centre has to offer.

Group time after dinner - sharing stories, encouragements and prayers