Just messing around in boats, particularly old boats
The Living Boat Trust (LBT) is dedicated to keeping Tasmania’s marine heritage alive and to maintaining traditional boat building, repairing, rowing and sailing skills. Find us on the banks of the Huon River at Franklin in southern Tasmania. We celebrate the history and beauty of this area (and its boats), strive for a sustainable way of life for all concerned and to be a vital part of our community (and the boats).
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- On the Water 2026
The plan is for students from Huonville Primary School to particate in this program on February 18, 25, March 11, 18, 25 and April 1. There is a gap between Feb 25 and March 11 (school camp) and we will be working with 3 separate groups of 20-24 kids, each group getting two days on… Read more: On the Water 2026 - Monday night BBQ coming up
We are getting towards the end of the first month of 2026 with SOS26 looming, but we just have time to squeeze in a BBQ. Bring along your favourite grill food, plus a plate to share, something to drink and $5 for the kitty. - Thank you Landcare!
It was heads down bums up around our little native garden as the Landcare group ripped out the weeds. It looks much the better for it. - Looking for borrowed LBT stuff
Organisation for the Sail Oar Safari is well underway, and Endra O’May in particular is getting everything in hand for the catering – precooking, and checking our collection of plates, cutlery and other necessities for eating. It seems that our stock of plates in particular has diminished. If you happen to notice something on your… Read more: Looking for borrowed LBT stuff - Tidal Bore Warning
Martin RIddle writes: Richard’s use of Huon river data from a single day to conclude that to refloat Gretchen there was no need to get up before the time of high tide predicted for Port Huon does not stand-up to scrutiny. While having the appeal of simplicity, it doesn’t explain real world observations or the… Read more: Tidal Bore Warning - Monday night curry night
Last Monday was perfect for al fresco dining on the lawn – warm enough, with a bit of a breeze to move the midgies along. Lets hope for a repeat. Bring your dish, a bottle, and $5 for the kitty after 6pm. - Movie at the Palais 1st Feb
The first Sunday night movie for 2026, and it is >>Hidden FIgures<<. ‘As the United States raced against Russia to put a man in space, NASA found untapped talent in a group of female African-American mathematicians that served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in U.S. history. Based on the unbelievably true… Read more: Movie at the Palais 1st Feb
Resources
- Tas Met Bureau (BOM)
- Castle Forbes Bay Weather
- Meteye Franklin Forecast
- Meteye text – for phones
- Windy for Franklin
- Tides for Castle Forbes Bay
- WillyWeather tides, wind etc
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