An intrepid group of storytellers and musicians weave their way through songs and tales on a quest for the one story that unites us all.

Don't miss the Sculpture Trail launch and a chance to mingle with the artists.

An intrepid group of storytellers and musicians weave their way through songs and tales on a quest for the one story that unites us all.

Come on a spotlight wander through the Waterworks and spot grazing wallabies, possums in the trees and bandicoots digging for food. Easy grade. Bookings Essential. Duration of 2 hours. Phone Hobart City Council on 03 6238 2886.

An intrepid group of storytellers and musicians weave their way through songs and tales on a quest for the one story that unites us all.

The Mountain Festival is offering a fabulous tour of the Hobart Rivulet and the Sculpture Trail. Don't miss it!

The Mountain Festival will be launched by Right Honourable Lord Mayor of Hobart, Alderman Rob Valentine. Take a break from the market listen to the speeches, see a fabulous giant puppet performance and music from the talented cast of Origins. This is a FREE EVENT.

A contemplative walk interspersed with readings of haiku and other short verse. Starts at the Springs. Bring clothing for all weather conditions, drink and snack. Duration of 2.5 hours. Bookings Essential. Call 03 6234 5566.

An intrepid group of storytellers and musicians weave their way through songs and tales on a quest for the one story that unites us all.

A day of exciting opportunities for children with giant puppet performances and natural history workshops. Be a puppeteer and learn how to manipulate our giant mountain grasshopper and velvet worms, take the opportunity to see the work of local children, make your own sculpture from recycled materials or take part in the treasure hunt. Bring the kids for a day of fun and excitement!

Take on the challenge of riding 20km to the top of Hobart's iconic mountain.

A walk to the summit of Cathedral Rock from the Betts Rd. car park, with Kingborough Council's Bushcare Officer. A difficult steep walk (you need to be fit) rewarded with wonderful panoramic views. Bring water, lunch, all weather clothing, good walking shoes, hat, sunscreen. Duration of 5 hours. Bookings essential. Phone 03 6234 5566.

Discover the cave of notorious bushranger, Rocky Whelan, and enjoy a nature walk on the Mountain. Easy grade. Bookings essential. Duration 2 hours. Phone Hobart City Council on 03 6238 2886.

Mount Wellington Walks host a free, guided walk from the Henry Jones Art Hotel via the Sculpture Trail, Myrtle Gully and the Zig-Zag track to the summit. Transport is provided back to the city for a celebratory drink at the Henry Jones Art Hotel Bar. Numbers limited. Duration of 7 to 10 hours. Bookings essential. Phone 0439 551 197 or email mtwellingtonwalks@dodo.com.au

A panel of scientists, significant players and holders of knowledge will present and discuss this issue, informing the audience on the latest thinking around this phenomenon.

A unique film training initiative from the film makers that, over the last four months, have been planning, marketing, writing, shooting and editing short films on the theme of Tasmanian Gothic.

An interactive evening presenting the latest from researchers on the fate of the Tasmanian devil.

Below Tree Level includes the publication of a unique book of the text and images that form part of the exhibition.

Come on a spotlight wander through the Waterworks and spot grazing wallabies, possums in the trees and bandicoots digging for food. Easy grade. Bookings Essential. Duration of 2 hours. Phone Hobart City Council on 03 6238 2886.

A Teaching on Zen Master Dogen Zenji's "Mountains and Rivers Sutra" with Susan Murphy Roshi. Susan's way of teaching inhabits its own kind of time - mountain time, water time... exploring a way of meeting with the way of indigenous spirituality. Duration of 2 hours. Bookings on 03 6224 9806. Cost of $15 ($10 concession)

Join astronomy experts from the Friends of Sandy Bay Rivulet at the entrance to Waterworks Reserve. Telescope available. Come early with a picnic if you wish. Weather permitting. Bookings essential. Phone 03 6234 5566.

The Mountain Festival is offering a fabulous tour of the Hobart Rivulet and the Sculpture Trail. Don't miss it!

A contemplative walk interspersed with readings of haiku and other short verse. Starts at the Springs. Bring clothing for all weather conditions, drink and snack. Duration of 2.5 hours. Bookings Essential. Call 03 6234 5566.

Walk the Waterworks Reservoir circuit on a bird watching (and listening) adventure. Bring your binoculars. Easy walking. Clothing for all weather conditions. Duration of 1 hour. Bookings essential. Phone 03 6234 5566.

An informative walk led by NRM South staff looking at the relationship between native vegetation, geology, landforms, microclimates and fire. Visit features such as the Octopus Tree and O'Grady's Falls. Finish with a visit to an established private native garden in Fern Tree. Start at The Springs. Moderate walk - wear sturdy shoes and bring all-weather clothing, sunscreen, hat. Light lunch and return transport provided. Duration of 4 hours. Bookings essential. Phone 03 6234 5566.

Join Friends of the Sandy Bay Rivulet and learn about the Sandy Bay Rivulet and the Waterworks Reserve. Just turn up to Site 9 at the Waterworks Reserve for talks from experts in geology, botany, birds and fish. Displays of old photos and history and information on bird calls, fossils, landscaping for birds, and lots more. Talks will continue until 5:00pm.

Communities gathering to share energies, resources and ideas to respond to climate change in creative and supportive ways. Free event at the Philip Smith Centre, Glebe. Duration of 4 hours. More information from Sustainable Living Tasmania on 03 6234 5566.

Discover the flowers and berries of Mount Wellington. Easy grade. Duration of 2 hours. Bookings essential. Phone Hobart City Council on 03 6238 2886.

A captivating show resulting from creative collaboration between Tasmanian community groups, scientists and artists. It will delight, inform and inspire.

A leisurely walk with Kingborough Council Bushcare through bushland to the North West Bay River. Learn about the rare and threatened plant species with a noted botanist and learn about the river system from a catchment resident. Easy to medium grade. Bring water, snack, all weather clothing, good walking shoes, hat, sunscreen. Duration of 3 hours. Booking essential. Phone 03 6234 5566.

Follow geologist David Leaman and the Friends of the Sandy Bay Rivulet up the Rivulet to Fern Tree and learn about the geology, water and vegetation as you go. Back by bus. For the moderately fit. All weather clothing, good walking shoes, food and drink. Duration of 6 hours. Booking essential. Phone 03 6234 5566.

An easy circuit walk from the entrance at Waterworks Reserve to the Quarry and back to meet the folk who help care for the Sandy Bay Rivulet. Learn what they are doing and how they are exploring sustainable living in their street. Duration of 1 hour. No booking necessary. For more information , phone 03 6234 5566.