Ros W. on Mowser

I found Mowser's blog when researching my first hike on Tasmania's Overland Track. I am impressed by Mowser's great enthusiasm for hiking and his practical advice- from selecting the right gear to assessing all the factors to consider when planning for a multi-day hike. I feel more informed now and secure that I will be as prepared as possible for the OT and future hikes. I especially like that Mowser's advice works for a wet environment like Tassie but other hiking environments as well. I suspect Mowser's voice will be in my head as I make decisions on the OT. Instead of "What would Dolly do?" it will be "What would Mowser do?" Or might be both! Mowser's gear recommendations confirmed my previous research and I ordered some lighter gear being confident I was investing in the right pieces. Mowser's tent guide was very useful - and made me more knowledgable about tents so I could identify the right tent for my hiking needs. The meal planner is great and, as a spreadsheet enthusiast, I appreciate how much time it will save - and that it's not full of lots of sweets like many of the US versions.

The Overland Track Guide. 8 September 2026