Remote Expedition in Tasmania Leads to a Huge Discovery

[@dylanwoods6173]

Not an adeventurer, not a prospector, not an author or story teller... but ALL of the above in two words! Absolutely awesome!

[@unique2dou964]

Well Rob, now your name will be recorded in history books as the man who verified and correctly identified Christmas Rock and it's undeniable location in 2023. Congratulations for a job well done. 🎄

[@crosseyedone7960]

Us not so mobile Tasmanians owe you a great debt for taking us places we can only dream of. You make a lovely family.

[@chaosstate4491]

I am certain you are holding history right there in your hands. What an unbelievable find. Parks should be paying you to do this. There is no way the average person would ever get to see this. Merry Xmas Rob.

[@PlasticAssasin8]

They are so ignorant, they don't know how a good a resource Rob can be for them.

[@crakatinni]

You're shining a bright light on Tassie my friend

[@stlrsmike]

@@PlasticAssasin8 I totally agree, Rob and Levi could definitely be beneficial to them.

[@svdirectorspecial]

Keep on exposing and telling your stories my friend, our lives are better for watching them, thank you

[@brettfisher8441]

Excellent video and story Rob. Thankyou for sharing with the world. It would be a wonderful addition if you laid a stainless steel plaque stating the name of the place, the dates and people you quoted and please add your name and the date too. Maybe Parks will sponsor your efforts.. 🙄 God bless you Rob and your family.

[@jimgriffiths9071]

Robbie, your production values are over the top! I think you are a legit film maker who enjoys a bit of sniping here and there!

[@James-j2k1w]

100%, you are a national treasure Mr Rob Parsons... Thankyou so much for all you do.... 🙏👍🧑‍🎄 . From a greatful 🇦🇺.

[@davidstatham7760]

What a awesome discovery Rob, you deserve much praise for your hard work. Parks and wildlife should be thanking you big time. I thoroughly enjoyed your video as always, thanks Rob 👍.

[@poppylane1]

Being from the UK, I feel that I now know more than ever what Tasmania is like, I know there are towns and cities, the countryside is what I enjoy being in, the feeling of freedom, Rob is so passionate with everything why would anyone want to stop his story telling of history of your fantastic country, its promotional, now retired and worked with a lot of clowns, if its not there suggestion it wrong, if they think your doing a better job than them your name will be put down and any slight mistake will be blown out of all proportion (Parks and Wildlife) That's life as they say. Please never give in to idiots just find a better way, if you can improve the system for others, you've done your job. All the Best for Christmas and the new year, positive thoughts for next year

[@ericrochester8835]

Alot of inbreeding down there.

[@pete3796]

Thank you Rob for another amazing adventure. Showing us how to respect and value our heritage and environment. I sincerely hope parks and wildlife support you.

[@cordellkent4790]

Thanks again Rob for sharing this adventure with us. It’s greatly appreciated. Your research and use of modern technology with Lidar is amazing. I get to see and experience the elements of your adventures. It’s amazing that you can pick out a hut site in that dense country. You are also right about the care of the area by Aboriginal peoples. Vote Rob Parsons 1 for Tasmania!

[@maryjones5710]

The mudlarks in England reckon those brown jars are ginger beer jars. maybe they had something else in it though, repurposed, kero maybe. Christmas rock is very beautiful. Epic journey. Congratulations on your marriage and your beautiful boy. So happy for you. Cook and other early explorers were amazed by Australia, they said it looked like parkland of some rich estate. That was the aboriginal terraforming with fire. There are sketches and paintings done of it. The Eucalyptus tree actively uses fire, there are some great studies now on how they use it and so many Aussie plants are adapted to fire, even the big raptors pick up sticks with embers and drop them in the grass, then they pick off the scurrying creatures.

[@davidberriman5903]

Rob you are one hell of a remarkable man. You walked directly to the site based on shadows in a photograph. I am so glad I stumbled on your material. Congratulations on the marriage and being a dad.

[@mikerobey5953]

Merry Christmas Rob and family! What you and Levi have done has opened the eyes of people all over the world to your beautiful country. The Parks and Wildlife can stick it where the sun don’t shine. Beautiful places belong to us all not to the petty Lincoln pushers that will never do a worth while thing in their life. Keep on doing what you do!

[@mikerobey5953]

pencil pushers not Lincoln.

[@davidbennion876]

Congratulations Rob. That’s a great achievement. As an old west coaster, your travels through the bush takes me back to my youth. 83 now so my bushwalking days are long gone but watching you is heart warming. Merry Xmas to you and your family and may the new year bring many more happy times both at home and out with the jays.😊 Regards Dave.

[@rogervanamois5345]

Glad you put the stoneware ginger beer bottle back.This shows a real responsibility to history.Great journey Rob.

[@okaadventures3446]

Awesome Rob, you must feel so proud of your achievement. Doing your own work investigating the true location of Christmas Rock, well done.

[@shelliesavoie1397]

I'm going to teach my grandchildren all about the great modern explorer "Rob Parsons" is what I am going to do! Thank you for your sheer determination and guts. Love your work. Sod the "authorities". All respect to you and congratulations to you and your wife. ❤

[@shevaunlorne2234]

The amount of research you do and all the things you take into account are amazing. So happy for you finding Christmas Rock. Another great video.

[@TrevorStuart-v7c]

Gently placing the Old Cracked Bottle right where you discovered it was BEAUTIFUL. You sir are a treasure. ❤👏👏👏

[@kennethellison9893]

Awesome job my friend! Glad you were finally able to set the record straight. Your dedication and determination is on another level! You are a bushwhacking beast! Please don’t ever stop

[@kimmclaughlin7752]

Excellent video! You go where 999 out of 1000 don’t , won’t, or can’t go. What a way to showcase you beautiful country. Having worked with Federal agencies in the USA for most of my life everything you say they are doing to you rings true. Love all of your content for many reasons. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Congrats to you and your wife on the birth of your son.

[@tomkalleske3475]

Awesome video as usual, Rob. Your appreciation for what you do is palpable. I truly hope you and P&W come to some sort of agreement. It is inconceivable that this type of video wouldn't get people inspired and excited ahout history, being out in nature and discovering new things. Seasons greetings and best wishes for 2024 mate.

[@intothewildwego7085]

This adventure was absolutely incredible. The scenery, commentary, and history.. Stellar!

[@paultognoni]

A double banger - two finds in one film, congratulations Rob. So bloody interesting this stuff. Merry Christmas to the Parsons family 👨‍👩‍👦🎄🎉

[@davemanning6325]

Thanks so much Rob, that was awesome. Wish I was 30 years younger. Keep up the great work, you are the best ambassador Parks and Wildlife could have, they’re fools.

[@PeterPutz82]

Brilliant. Frenchman's has been on the list for years, two small kids... I'll get there in the coming decade and look forward to seeing it for real. In the meantime your adventure just makes me want to visit more. Thanks Rob, be sure to send Parks a bill for marketing such a wonderful place.

[@StevenTaylor-j8k]

Always a pleasure to watch your films Rob. And thank you too 👍

[@bobm5500]

Almost unbelievable , To challenge that sort of bush takes a special bread . My hat off to you Rob . You are a winner 👍

[@Cee-FJedi]

A true modern explorer and archaeologist. Thanks for all your amazing efforts. Shame on Tassie Parks!!! ❤

[@trentclifford6250]

Absolutely stunning .. With passion comes amazing quality. And that's what these videos are. Awesome stuff once again rob.

[@harnodie8589]

Thanks for your incredible videos Rob. I was born and raised in Tassie, but I never got to see as much of our incredible state as I wanted to. Your videos have inspired me to start bushwalking, and to appreciate how rich Tassies history is. You have been an incredibke inspiration to my own journey in re-discovering Tassies history for myself, and I have acually decided to try to make the history of our precious state into a career. Thanks so much from all the people you inspire everyday, and thanks for helping me find my passion.

[@stewartfalk1977]

One to re-write the papers and maps that are out there Rob, whilst documenting the colonial history of Tasmania and having it free for everyone to watch.

[@PowRKord]

Here's hoping future charts will be updated to show correct lat / lon locations. Great job Rob ^5 !

[@jeandesisnards5097]

In South Africa, we don't have the online tools you have, I loved this research and vid. Almost nothing is online for research in South Africa. I had to use books to find certain routes of the old settlers in my area outside Durban. It is invigorating when your research ends up providing the goods. LOVED THAT MAN!

[@shallnotbeinfringedupon202]

Waking up on Christmas Eve Day to a Rob Parsons film...who could ever ask for anything more. Shame on you Tassie Gov for trying to stop him. You should be ashamed of yourselves, I know I am for you.

[@nsa_surveillance_orb-42b]

Great adventuring! Thanks for letting us tag along. Yes, keep adventuring!!!

[@rodgeorge7244]

That was fantastic Rob what a find a great landmark slap bang in the middle of nowhere thanks for taking us along with you and may you and your Family have a very Merry Christmas and a safe ,happy and prosperous New Year.

[@erictwall]

Absolute banger of a video, I absolutely love you're filming, editing and music choices. This looks amazing, please keep these up. Rob. And let us know when you're going to partner back up with Levi and go on another adventure with them. I absolutely love it when you guys partner up.

[@billbegg1139]

On ya Rob. I hope your discovery gives you some gravitas and authority in your battles with the powers to be. Perhaps you could charge them for the location of your historic find.

[@Justice1911A1]

How did I miss this upload 2 months ago. As an Aussie I appreciate everything you do and teach us about our history. P&W should be ashamed IMHO. 💜 from W🇦🇺

[@markbroomhall2706]

Rob Parsons, You are the quintessential Tasmanian Legend

[@amaram4217]

Thank you Rob!! These adventures through history are my favourite from you ❤

[@jojo1960uk]

Fabulous film making Rob. I've learnt so much about Tasmania and it's amazing topography and nature from watching your adventures; not to mention the history which is fascinating. I'm an outdoorsy person but that brushwood must be a nightmare at times 😂 Have a great Christmas all of you 🥰 Well done from Somerset England 🇬🇧

[@jasethejewman]

Great adventure Rob now enjoy your Xmas... thanks for the watch

[@ryansuki6452]

Epic man. Glad to see you back up in the Frenchmans area. Stuff Parks Tas, what you're doing is way more important than any petty vendetta they might be holding. Re: cramps. I get the same. Consider this another vote for Magnesium, it's helped me heaps. Also, not sure how much you sweat when hiking, but if you do sweat a fair bit, electrolytes will help heaps. Can get sachets to carry on the trail real cheap, I actually dont leave home for a hike without them. Merry Christmas mate!

[@andybrockbank3027]

I have it on good authority and it works for me that antacid tablets are a good preventative measure for avoiding cramps. It's the Calcium that does the trick. I down a couple of chewables after each walk and haven't suffered one since.

[@anselmocat]

Great stuff Rob. Thanks for not letting Parks stop you from sharing with the rest of us. Great also to see you using a hammock. I’ve often watched your videos (and Levi’s) and wondered why you didn’t use a hammock. I used one on a 7 day trip in Wyoming last year and I’ve slept in it at home ever since - even sold my bed 🤣 keep up the great work. You’re creating a legacy for Scout Your cramps may be due to electrolyte imbalance Finally loved the shots where the camera seemed to be moving as your were walking away or alongside it. Would be interested to know how you did those on a solo trip!

[@Silligoose501]

Absolutely AMAZING video!!! Thank you SO MUCH for sharing this with us all. Really enjoyed this one.

[@mishham6388]

I agree with others that national parks should be supporting people like you. I'd also like to congratulate you and your beautiful wife on your new chapter in life ! I hope you keep up ur efforts despite what nàtional parks try to pull on u .. merry Xmas and see u next year

[@hatcherhollerhoodlum4418]

No guts ,no glory well done!!! Glad I got to go along. Wild Wonderful WVa here!!!

[@robertlaundy4176]

WOW that was a AWESOME video, ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT. i've said it once, and i'll say it again... YOU SIR are a BLOODY LEGEND 😊 I love you attitude to you know who, keep up the GREAT WORK. Wishing you and your family a Very Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄, and a HAPPY NEW YEAR 🎉 THANKYOU for all the trouble you go to, throughout the year and the Great video's 👍 Cheers Rob and Shelly

[@johnmcdougall1330]

Your dedication and read on the landscape is beautiful now with such experience in the landscape. It's great to see aftefacts left to lay. Wonderful work Rob.

[@thetruckerskitchen772]

Tenacity is the one word that describes you. Keep it up and don't stop fighting for what you want.

[@Michaelrussell13]

G'day Rob. I pray the little man is half the fine gentleman you are. Surely another asset to society. Love the above quality cinematic productions you create. Bringing the beauty of Tasmania to my living room is a treasure for me. Thank you Sir. 🎉🥳 Happy New Year to you, your family, friend and viewers 🎉🥳

[@troymagennis6431]

A win win solution would be for parks to employ you. Imagine if they got you to make safety or educational videos showcasing Tasmanian wilderness. Congratulations too on the family front.

[@jhallack7491]

Love that hike theme song. Singer has an enchanting voice!!

[@TheTaswegian01]

I’ve walked French’s a few times. It’s one of my favs. Yeah I walked it before all the track work on the Loddons to and after. It’s made it relatively easy now with the bottom track work. I sorta understand the hard going getting through the tea trees, then button grass where it’s lower but with big holes between clumps and the Jack jumpers on the higher ones need to watch yourself. It’s a sorta clumsy dance getting through. Anyway, I didn’t know this history. Perked my interest as I love this area of Tassie and not many go out this way. Especially the route you went. Thanks for sharing, was a great reminder for me of a countryside I see little of these days. Have moved to Qld now so can’t really pop out for a couple of days in Tassie wilderness.

[@jp27whodey31]

Dude is Indiana Jones....."this belongs in a museum " 😂❤ merry Christmas from Ohio.

[@loisr1560]

What a great video. I enjoy seeing our country and the places I have never seen. Keep going with these wonderful videos.

[@SamIAm_04]

Legendary video Rob. It’s not about the triumph but the struggle. Changing Tasmania for the better…

[@caroljohnson8817]

You are our modern day explorer! We live through you! Thank You!

[@RS-bn9rx]

An honest, if young-in-cheek dig at Parks and Wildlife.. a great episode.. keep them coming

[@RS-bn9rx]

Tongue in cheek

[@scottowens1535]

Good job Rob! You are right about answering those questions in the back of mind! Less is more when it comes to that stuff!! Gotta sleep 😊. Quite excellent sleuthing..you got a great thing going with such beautiful landscape and much history to be told. It's a great idea to find what is still there and solidify the story for future reference. Ps. Congratulations on a fine looking boy! You are right he has bright eyes and full of Joy! You two are going to have so much fun trompin around. Blessings and Merry Christmas to you and yours...

[@Daventhemermaid]

Well done Rob. Really enjoy you videos. 😊

[@bigstusadventures3401]

The amount of effort and energy you put into your videos is above and beyond. The history you share is great the research you do then getting out there to find the proof is admirable. Keep up the work

[@robertnoel2363]

Thank you Rob for all the amazing adventures you take us on. Your dedication to the research and history is practically unrivalled. Keep on keeping on, we anxiously wait for your next adventure. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@zanerundle6785]

Another great video Rob!

[@officialtassieboysprospecting]

Awesome research and execution mate that ginger beer flask was awesome confirmation no other reason that’d be there. Bring on 24 now 👌🏼

[@kevinbrennan2004]

Bloody amazing. You deserve all the accolades, when it comes with tenacity, and endurance, when seeking out lost, and rarely visited places. It is explorer's like you, that put your country on the map, so that others may walk in your footsteps.

[@allenvieaux7686]

From Canada. I suffer pain every time I see you bushwhacking .I'm 73 and still do it frequently on Canada's west coast. A tip for the cramps is dill pickle juice. It may sound weird but it is incredible how well it works. (check it out on internet). Love your videos.Especially the gold. I wish I was a bit younger again.

[@chazwozza2662]

Yes please keep the adventure going. Massive congratulations to you Rob. Heartfelt thanks for being you, doing what you do and documenting it. I'm sure the time will come when the value in your endeavours will be recognised by a wider audience which will include certain government departments

[@jasondoss2651]

I just love your videos Rob all the way from Bethpage TN USA

[@RD-hm5rf]

You are an amazing young man, Rob and your perfect little family is gorgeous! I can't even tell you how much I adore all your travel videos! Thank you for taking us along on your incredible adventures! I'm a new binge-watcher! lol 😃💛

[@susanasalinas4273]

Hi Rob. Congrats on baby Scout. Love your videos. The scenery and your info are amazing.please take care of yourself and your family. Merry Christmas.

[@loisevans1970]

Another great adventure Rob and another informative lesson in Tasmanian history. Thank you very much we are so much richer because of your thirst of history. Cheers

[@brendangrray8017]

Tourism Tasmania, Please, This man is recording & documenting the state's history, . All the best too you & your darlins Rob.. 😂😅

[@dazstone9331]

Champion!!! Great job brother…you got ripper bush skills and what I particularly like is your honesty…thanks for sharing and all your efforts 🙏👍💪-Dazstone

[@simsjef]

What a great adventure you took us through some wild country. Here in the US we had a Ron Parson’s type by the name of Daniel Boon. He was asked if he was ever lost and he said no, only confused at times. Keep the Adventure Going for us please - so love the historical nature of what you and Levi do.

[@suephanos7651]

Thank you, Rob, for letting me feel like I am searching with you. You have achieved so much, well done, you deserve all the accolades you get. 👏 😊

[@johnharrop5530]

Rob Awesome and epic at the same time You the man ,thanks for taking us along,Congratulations on your new addition to the family and Merry Christmas to you and your family

[@onnoholling7107]

Awesome job Rob, well done again All your research and finally finding the rock was fantastic to watch

[@louisfortin7824]

Thank you Mr Rob dude ....i mean mate,i have immense pleasure looking at those Tasmanian videos whith your craZy friend finding the gold in awesome places. From Quebec Canada Happy Holidays to all ya bunch down under.🍀

[@applescruffs2]

Absolutely Sensational Rob, like many before me Thankyou for sharing parts of your remarkable life again.

[@666inmeyusha666]

As a Tassie historian, Thankyou Rob for doing justice to our history. Merry Christmas mate!

[@debbiesullivan2390]

Merry Christmas to you and your family Rob 🎅🏼🧑🏻‍🎄🎄🥰 can’t wait for this one !!

[@ktmcc4360]

That old beer crock proves you are correct sir. Great work Rob, your film making and ability to tell a story is highly appreciated. Keep up the good fight, Happy Christmas to the fam.

[@richardwalsh5570]

Hope there wasn't any bleakest, looked like tough going mate. Thanks muchly for taking us there 😍

[@TheVeganTravelShow]

So glad you were able to find it this trip, Rob.

[@toddrodgers5108]

Thank you for the Christmas present of Christmas rock. This being Christmas eve In Wyoming. I pray your adventures never end. Blessings

[@johnmichael1291]

WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THAT LAST SHOT YOU FILMED WAS SICK ROB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@laurafoster297]

Rob you are phenomenal, bringing our history alive and to our screens, the intro couldn't be any more perfect, thank you so much for the efforts you go to, we appreciate you ❤

[@Alexthisthattheother]

You’re spontaneity yet precise research mixed with footage desirable to those interested in landscape, topography, history, interpersonal experience and the landscape you so beautifully scale your way across. Thank goodness for the internet to inspire those to dare to dream. Hey, I’m moving to Tasmania. I don’t know you but the internet is a weird place. You’re the best.

[@gunnarrandersen9492]

Most Exellent Video Bro ! Keep It Going 😎

[@mickroberts8540]

A National hero.

[@DetectaBull]

Well done Rob. You've ticked off another item on your list & we've enjoyed the walk with you. It's amazing how the landscape keeps changing. Thanks again for showing us something that we'll probably never get to see in our lifetime.

[@dazzler6123]

Great video thumbs up from Tasmania well done love all your work 🙏

[@johnstaring3210]

Totally epic. How fascinating. I absolutely love how dedicated and driven you are. The places you have taken us are magical and inspiring.

[@KyleDennis-z1t]

Absolutely incredible movie to watch on Christmas morning!

[@KevinAxt-om5on]

Great premier. Glad I tuned it.

[@adventuresofxing9103]

Bloody brilliant! First class! 🌟

[@ruckusflow]

Stunning effort and reward Rob, some of your best work, well done!