Quamby Bluff ST369 Golden Valley, Tasmania, Australia
By
Geocaching Australia on 23-Nov-09. Waypoint TP5229
Cache Details
| Difficulty: | |
| Terrain: | |
| Type: | TrigPoint |
| Container: | Other |
| Coordinates: | S41° 39.166' E146° 41.831' (WGS 84) |
| 55G 474785E 5388731N (UTM) | |
| Elevation: | 1215 m |
| Local Government Area: | Meander Valley |
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Description
A Trig Point is a virtual cache which requires a cacher to locate the Trigonometric Station at GZ.
A trig point (also known as a Trigonometric Station) typically consists of a black disc on top of four metal legs or concrete pillar, resembling a navigation beacon. It is also accompanied by a metal disc, which is located directly below the center point of the tripod or on top of the pillar itself.
Trig points are generally located at the top of hills or points of prominence in the landscape. Many provide unique views and challenges, with some being difficult to get to.
These points were regarded as valuable to surveyors, providing reference points for measuring distance and direction, and assisting in the creation of maps.
To log a find on the Geocaching Australia website, you will need to include a picture of the trig point, along with your GPS receiver and (preferably) yourself. Long distance / telephoto type pictures are against the spirit of this cache. You are encouraged to leave a description of your journey in your log to help others in finding the trig point.
Please respect local laws and regulations when searching for trig points. If you believe that a trig point is located on private property or in a dangerous location, you may archive the cache, by clicking on Log this Cache and place an "Archived" log on the Geocaching Australia website.
If you feel that you can add to the description of this trig point or adjust the difficulty / terrain ratings, please feel free to edit this cache and amend the information suitably. Vandalism of the cache description or other information will result in your account being terminated.
Additonal Information
Source: sirius Tas
Logs
During our research we had read about the walk to Quamby Bluff and it sounded interesting. The experience today exceeded our expectations. The walk through the myrtle and melaleuca forests was wonderful. The carpet of myrtle leaves, the frequent fungi, the lichen on trees, the mosses on rocks and the magnificent trees made for a breathtaking visual experience. Even the clambers up the rock scree on the boulder field and the final ascent to the plateau gave us a sense of achievement and enjoyment. From the top of Quamby Bluff we could see a very long way in every direction. The only downside was the smoke in various areas from foorest fuel reduction burns. However this one aspect did not detract from Quamby Bluff being a wonderful vantage point.
The photo added to the Gallery shows one of us at the trig marker and our GPS next to the survey marker fixed into the rock. We have given this cache an "outstanding" rating because of the experience getting there and the views once on top.
Two other caches on the same walk makes it even sweeter.
Its always a little tricky to get a pic when you're on your own but luckily hubby bought me something called a 'gorillapod' and it makes these required pictures easier to get.
Think this view rates as one of the best so if you havent done this walk then do yourself a favour and just do it
