cope hut by ladiluck
Situated in the Bogong high plains near Falls Creek in Victoria Australia..well worth the trip..
Proposed by the Ski Club of Victoria as a ski refuge and funded by the State Tourist Committee, Cope Hut was built in 1929.
Bill Barrington, Jack Barrington and Martin Lawler built the structure under supervision from Bill Spargo. The structure is made from adzed softwood and polished hardwood with a corrugated iron roof. Materials came by dray to Dibbins, then by sled to the High Plains.
The hut was classified by the National Trust in 1988.
Comments
Congratulations on a wonderful find as well as a terrific capture including the gnarled tree roots.
Fantastic old place, I wonder if it is for rent? he he! Love it. Is this hut in Victoria?
Huggles
Colindove
Thanks Colin yes its near falls creek in victoria yeah its pretty cosey inside …
– ladiluck
When one views these old huts it reminds me of the work they did to construct such rugged yet simplistic cottages in a freezing environment. Hard work for many, yet a place of contented refuge.
Colin
When one views these old huts it reminds me of the work they did to construct such rugged yet simplistic cottages in a freezing environment. Hard work for many, yet a place of contented refuge.
Colin
so true its such a harsh environment to be in..lm glad they are respected so much and that they have not been affected by fires !! a real aussie icon and treasure :))
– ladiluck
At least now, thanks to your photo, it will always be remembered. good capture.
thankyou Hans for your lovely comment..cheers
– ladiluck