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People attending the Walk Against Global Warming are being urged to spend a few more hours in the Derwent Valley to enjoy the delights of the new Adventure Hub at Maydena.
The Maydena Adventure Hub, a cooperative partnership between Forestry Tasmania and local community, is open for business and in the process of ramping up for the coming tourism season.
Forestry Tasmania's General Manager of Corporate Relations and Tourism Ken Jeffreys says there's plenty of activities to do before and after the walk.
"For example, the new rail rider, designed and developed by the Maydena Community Association, gives the people of all ages the opportunity to pedal along the old Maydena railway track past the historic railway siding and into the rainforest. Great family fun!
"Put your walking boots away - grab a reclining trike and ride to the river that disappears. On the way, experience Maydena's timber heritage, ford beautiful streams (look out for the trout) and at the end, follow the river until it disappears into the Junee Cave.
"Unfortunately, given the time of the walk, it won't be possible on Saturday to offer tours to the Eagles Eyrie, the centrepiece of the Adventure Hub.
Perched on top of Abbotts Peak, the Eyrie provides a rooftop of Tasmania experience where people can take in an eagle's view of the Styx and Florentine Valleys, the South West wilderness, and Tasmania's mountain ranges.
"However, participants should plan a return visit to Maydena and book the Eagles Eyrie tour in advance."
Mr Jeffreys says the Maydena Adventure Hub ticketing office will be open for the Saturday event to serve coffees and refreshments.
Bookings are highly recommended and can be made through the www.adventureforests.com.au website.
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9 December 2009
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