Experiences
Rebuild Independence Project
The Rebuild Independence Project is a volunteer group that is re-creating the first vessel ever built in South Australia - the 45ft United States Schooner
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American River & Surrounds
The Rebuild Independence Project is a volunteer group that is re-creating the first vessel ever built in South Australia - the 45ft United States Schooner "Independence." The original Schooner was built on the banks of an inlet, where now stands the town of American River. She was built by American sealers from Stonington in Connecticut, USA, in 1803, who sailed here in their Brig "Union".
The vessel is being built in the RIG Boathouse, which is at the entrance to the American River Wharf. Visit us and learn about the "Union" and "Independence". Discover their association with the great explorers Nicolas Baudin and Matthew Flinders.
The vessel is being built entirely by voluntary labour and we estimate that we will need another three to five years to complete. Once finished visitors will be able to climb aboard and go for a short sail around the beautiful Eastern Cove and learn how these old sailing vessels were handled.
Looking for refreshments? The adjoining licensed water front Deck Cafe, with ample parking, looks out over the anchorage. While away the time over a delicious lunch or coffee and watch the many birds, and maybe our resident seal or dolphin.
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Rebuild Independence Project
The Rebuild Independence Project is a volunteer group that is re-creating the first vessel ever built in South Australia - the 45ft United States Schooner
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American River & Surrounds
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Bales Beach
It's a neighbour to the popular attraction Seal Bay. Bales Beach is one of the few accessible surfing beaches along the south coast.
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South Coast
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Seal Bay
As Kangaroo Island's premier tourist attraction, the award winning Seal Bay offers visitors an unforgettable wildlife experience.
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South Coast
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Old Cemetery Kingscote
This cemetery holds the remains of the Early Settlement inhabitants who arrived on Kangaroo Island in 1836.
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Kingscote
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Vivonne Bay Beach
Vivonne Bay was voted one of Australia's top beaches, this was because of its clear water, cleanliness and privacy. Its long, sandy beach is ideal
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South Coast
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Brownlow Beach
Brownlow is a small beachfront settlement located 2 km south of Kingscote. The 1.5 km long settlement is fronted by a narrow high tide beach.
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Kingscote
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Point Ellen
At Vivonne Bay western headland, Point Ellen provides photographers with spectacular coastal scenery views with the Southern Ocean sending its waves crashing on to the
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South Coast
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Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail
Nature's secrets are waiting to be discovered at every step of the five-day trek, on the Kangaroo Island Wilderness Trail.
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West End
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Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary
The 5000 acre Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is situated on the western end of Kangaroo Island.
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West End
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Old Mulberry Tree
Old Mulberry Tree is a tree located at Reeves Point in Kingscote on Kangaroo Island.
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Kingscote
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