A greater range of activities
Redbanks offers a greater range of outdoor activities on a single-site than any other venue in Tasmania.
Take the opportunity to try sports that are new to you in a safe and scenic environment. It’s brought new meaning to the Aussie term, ‘have a go’ as local, interstate and international visitors to Redbanks have shot down clay targets within minutes of holding their first gun, or surprised themselves by landing a trout.
With no licenses required and several Olympic sports on offer, as well as first-class fly fishing and scenic flights, you won’t know where to start!
What is the complete outdoor experience?
Clay Target Shooting
You don’t need a license to shoot a clay target at Redbanks, nor do you need to be an Olympian. But at Redbanks you can experience the thrill of shooting a moving target. Using high quality equipment, your accredited coach will run through a gun handling and safety briefing before handing you the Beretta gun to test your skills.
Small bore rifle shooting
Small bore rifle shooting with a .22 calibre rifle will test your hand-eye coordination as you aim for a stationary target 50 metres away! You’ll receive expert coaching with an emphasis on safety before honing in on your target with a steady hand. You may have Olympian accuracy sitting down, but wait until your challenged to shoot standing up!
Air rifle shooting
Start off your shooting experience and hone your skills shooting our air rifles at moving targets.
Fly & lure fishing
Whether you are an avid fly fisherman or don’t know the reel from the rod, Redbanks will have you on the lake’s edge . All fishing equipment for lure and fly fishing is provided, or you can bring your own. Expert tuition is available at this ‘catch & release’ fishery, and if you would like fish for dinner, your prized trout can be purchased to take home.
Archery
Pick up a bow and arrow and you’ll immediately feel connected with your primal roots. While you may not be hunting down dinner, this age-old Olympic sport will test your skill and poise. Quality recurve bows and personal coaching are available for all, as well as children’s equipment and plenty of time to take aim at the bullseye.
Aqua Golf
There’s something liberating about striking a golf ball directly into a lake- actually getting the floating ball to land in line with the targets is another task in itself! Tee off with a pitching wedge and acquire basic advice on grip and swing from your personal coach away from the intimidating greens and sand bunkers of a traditional golf course.
Javelin & Shot Put
Just when you thought you’d never hurl another javelin or shot put into the air on a high school sports day, Redbanks awaits with its ample space for you to break some personal athletic records! You’ll be given expert advice on grip and technique, while the distance it sails is up to you.
Sling Shot
If there’s a little bit of cheeky child left in you, you’ll love loading a sling shot and pull back to release a flying bullet. Deceivingly difficult, it’ll take a little practice before your ears are blessed with the familiar ‘ping’ of making contact with the target, but there’ll be plenty of smiles and laughter while you’re trying.
Tug of War & Tunnel Ball
Join forces with your teammates and take on the opposition with rigour as you tug-of-war with all your might. You’ll no doubt be sharing tactics and laughter during the tunnel ball challenge, a game of speed and teamwork!
Football/Soccer/Cricket
The half-size football field hosts a number of exciting sporting challenges, ranging from frisbee golf and 8-a-side football games through to soccer goal kicking contests. Try out your footy handball skills or test your cricket ability as you bowl for the wickets.
Running Challenge
Want to see your name up in lights on the Leaderboard like a Top Gear champion? If you can cover 100 metres in less than 22 seconds, navigating your way around trees and along logs at top pace you may just go down in Redbanks history.
But most of all, it's FUN!
Redbanks is working in conjuntion with TASAir offering the opportunity to take off in a light aircraft from our private airstrip. You’ll soar up through the treetops of Redbanks before sweeping right, bound for the scenic east coastline and Maria, our island national park. The pilot will have you back on grass just in time for your next Redbanks activity. Alternately you can fly in directly from Hobart airport and be fishing within minutes of taking off!
Redbanks in the forest!
Redbanks is proud to offer some of our favourite outdoor sports at the new and exciting Maydena Adventure Hub. Find out more and make your bookings at Maydena Adventure Hub