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Outdoor Films

  • A Family Day-Out to Yarrangobilly Caves in Kosciuszko | Snowy Valleys x Wagga Wagga x Tom's Outdoors
    April 7, 2025

    A Family Day-Out to Yarrangobilly Caves in Kosciuszko | Snowy Valleys x Wagga Wagga x Tom's Outdoors

    The Russell family embarks on a spectacular adventure to the Yarrangobilly Caves in Kosciuszko National Park, just over an hour's drive from Tumut. This must-visit destination in the Snowy Valleys is a favourite among families, hikers, fly fishers, campers and explorers alike. Chris, Gemma, Phoebe, and Amelia soak up the experience with a refreshing dip in the spring-fed thermal pool, a peaceful riverside walk, a visit to the breathtaking Glory Arch and an unforgettable guided tour of the Jersey Cave.

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  • The Rock Nature Reserve - Kengal Aboriginal Place | Day Hike Near Wagga Wagga
    February 7, 2025

    The Rock Nature Reserve - Kengal Aboriginal Place | Lockhart x Wagga Wagga x Tom's Outdoors

    Rising 364 metres above the plains to the south-west of Wagga Wagga, lies The Rock Nature Reserve - Kengal Aboriginal Place. This iconic rock formation is millions of years old and traditionally known as Kengal, meaning sloping hill. Kengal is a Dreaming place, lookout and ceremonial site for the Wiradjuri people. The Rock stands proud, dominating the surrounding plains, overlooking the small village of the same name with Wagga Wagga (so good they named it twice) lying 25km away in the distance.

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Stories

  • 12 Reasons to Visit the Snowy Valleys in Summer
    December 22, 2022

    12 Reasons to Visit the Snowy Valleys in Summer

    There is no shortage of ways to enjoy the outdoors in our Snowy Valleys home, nestled in the surrounding mountains of Kosciuszko National Park. We've managed to narrow down a list of 12 (in honour of the season) reasons to visit the Snowy Valleys during the summer.
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  • A Kosciuszko Backcountry Tradition
    September 8, 2022

    A Kosciuszko Backcountry Tradition

    A tradition needs time to establish itself. Every August for the last 13 years, I have headed into the Kosciuszko Alps for a backcountry trip. Our trips have varied, accounting for the ability and equipment of my mates and weather conditions. In some years, we have been on skis, some years on snowshoes.
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Kosciuszko Huts

Outdoor Cooking

  • Backcountry Steak and Broccolini Pasta
    January 12, 2023

    Backcountry Steak and Broccolini Pasta

    Here at Tom’s Outdoors, we love learning new ways to jazz up meal time while backcountry camping. The lesson learnt from this overnighter was that the Snow Peak Heavy Duty Cook Set is aptly named and hauling it up a...

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  • Dean's Backcountry Fried Rice
    December 2, 2022

    Dean's Backcountry Fried Rice

    After a long day of traversing tributaries, tickling trout and touring big terrain, a simple yet satisfying feed is just what you need. The best part is you can adjust this recipe to perfectly suit how you spend dinner time...

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