Feb 2nd 2010 - Day 9 Cradle Mountain to Launceston Today we had a bit of a "lie in" (sleep in for all you North Americans!)It was much appreciated as I rolled out of bed and realized how much my muscles were aching!Then it was off to meet the devil after a breaky of muesli, yogurt and juice. The Tasmanian devil sanctuary was really interesting.We had a chance to wander around on our own and observe the wild devils in their own environment befor...

February 1, 2010- Day 8 Strahan to Cradle Mountain - The hike that became rock climbing! Another 7:30am morning.. but so worth it!It started at a slow-mo pace with a stroll along the beach just outside of Strahan.This is the longest stretch of ocean.The closest body of land along this latitude is South America; that's how far south I am!We spent about an hour wandering the beach and then hopped in our bus on our way to something a little more my speed… qu...