So what are the best places to sail around in Tassie that result in nice anchorages. Could be there in a couple of weeks time. Bring out the bucket list please.
By nice anchorage I mean good holding and minimum swell (if any at all) 
Hi Crusoe
Where i live on the Huon River there is always somewhere where you can shelter from the weather and anchor but depending where you are if the winds change through the night you may have to go to the opposite side of the river
MAST do boating guides that are $3.30 each that have basic information in them or if you want something more comprehensive that covers all of the state you can buy a Tasmanian Anchorage Guide that is published by the Royal that is $65.00
www.mast.tas.gov.au/safety/boating-guides/
www.ryct.org.au/index.php/cruising-mainmenu-59/anchorage-guide-mainmenu-163
I have the MAST one for down here and also this one www.tasmap.tas.gov.au/do/product/CRUISEST
To be honest i have only sailed in the Huon/Channel area but a lot of people say these are the best cruising waters in Tassie
Regards Don
port sorell beautiful sandy river sheltered anchorages sand bottom nice swimming coffee shops etc also national park and walks all from your dinghy.
tamar is great .
north coast of tassie
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STOP IT!!!!! I'm sssooooo jealous :(
Same 
Tassie is beautiful but I think boating would be restricted to a few months a year. I was there in Febuary a few years back and when the wind was blowing it was cold, I hate to think what July would be like.
Maybe summer in Tassie and winter in Qld??
Hi Seabird
I am at the bottom of Tassie and sail all year round
I am originally from Cairns and enjoy the cool weather but it may not be for everyone
In winter we get a lot of beautiful clear sunny days and it is nice sailing down the river with snow on the hills in the distance
Regards Don
Summer is my favourite time of the year down here
Not because it is warmer but because the days are so long and i particularly enjoy going for a sail after a day at work
Yesterday i got home from work and we left the mooring at 5.30 and returned at 9pm and it was still daylight
Regards Don
Thanks for the info Don and Aus005. I've left it a bit late to buy any online books (only got the midnight phone call 4 days ago) but I would image we'll be able to pick up something in Hobart or Devonport if we need to. I'm only the cabin boy on the trip but I would image the captain has already picked some places of interest. At least now I might be able to throw in a bit of bull$hit based on fact as the beers go down and we start talking about where to go next.
What's this about swimming aus005, North Qld blood runs in my veins and the thought of Tassies chilled water make me shiver as I write this. Maybe some rum will give me the courage.
Cheers
Hi Crusoe
If you end up in Port Huon let me know and we can catch up if you like
I will pm you my phone number
Regards Don
At last after over a 20 year absence we again have a cruising guide for Victoria. This comprehensive guide has been prepared by the Cruising Yacht Association of Victoria and is equally as relevant to power boaters as it is to yachties as they venture along our immediate coastal cruising grounds 2036 CRUISING VICTORIA: A Guide to Cruising Victoria, the Bass Strait Islands and Northern Tasmania A guide to cruising Victoria, the Bass Strait islands and Northern Tasmania. This wonderful new publication put out by the Cruising Yacht Association of Victoria seeks to provide information to assist the cruiser in the planning and execution of a safe and enjoyable cruise along Victoria's 2500 km of coastline. Spiral Bound 202 Pages. $79.95
http://www.boatbooks-aust.com.au/product_info.php?cPath=98&products_id=31671
hi crusoe
swimming here is great the water was 22degrees yesterday the river has a 3m tide and the water on an incoming tide heats up to like a bath as it comes in over the the hot sand.
jackandjude.com/books/tas-notes/
this down load for $10 is great it is a cruising guide of tassie really good value.
by the way i noticed you are a kitesurfer port sorell would be one of the best kiting spots in tassie if you get this way we can organise you a kit i am sure 
A topic right up my alley!!
Flinders Island is a must. Something like 100 beaches and only 800 residents, and that's before you include all the small islands!! Amazing fishing (700mm flatty anyone?), great food and people. Just watch out for the snakes on some of the small islands, 7ft Tiger Snakes aren't fun in a small dinghy as they swim!!
I might be a bit biased but The Tamar River (northern reaches) is beautiful and if you need service work then then Launceston at the southern end of the river has a great slipway and chandleries.
And if you're coming to tassie you HAVE to visit Windlass Bay!!!
