  What to do in Scottsdale
■ Visit historic Scottsdale, heart of the North East’s rich agricultural, dairying and forest region. Heritage buildings abound along King Street and surrounding areas.
■ Savour the flavours and enjoy country hospitality at a local pub, award-winning bakery or restaurant. Why not stay a night or two and explore the area?
■ Visit the Forest EcoCentre, an award-winning building showcasing Tasmania’s finest timbers, forest ecology and history of the North East through innovative architecture and interactive displays.
■ At the Scottsdale Visitor Information Centre, situated in the heritage listed ‘Old Court House’ helpful volunteers will assist with tours, accommodation and activities – and even make the bookings for you – no charge! And there’s a great range of gifts, local products and souvenirs to tempt the most discerning tastes.
■ Take in the art gallery and the unique doll museum. Annually, around the June long weekend, Scottsdale celebrates art, craft and quilting with fine exhibitions.
■ Get up close and personal at the twilight horse race meeting in mid January. This is one of the few remaining country race meetings in Tasmania.
■ North East Park is the ideal family spot to picnic. Maybe spot a platypus, pademelon, wallaby or the rare burrowing crayfish. Camping is free!
■ For energetic walkers the half-day return walk to Mt Stronach’s summit provides panoramic views. Beautiful Cuckoo Falls, off the A3, offers another challenge – some sections require careful navigation.
■ Take the A3 scenic drive to the Mount Barrow Discovery Trail and Interpretation Centre. Turn off at Binghams Road in Nunamara. On your return enjoy the spectacular Sideling Lookout view.
■ For golfers the North East boasts one of the world’s best courses. Play historic Scottsdale then Bridport Let’s Go… at the Barnbougle Dunes and Lost Farm Golf Links courses.
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