Join the Friends of Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park for a fascinating insight into the early pastoral and mining history of the Flinders Ranges and learn about the Friends efforts to preserve and restore this significant heritage site.

Appealinna was the site of a permanent waterhole in the Flinders Ranges so it was logical for Joseph Wills to take up a pastoral lease there in 1856. Soon after the Wills family established their home, copper miners arrived and built a small settlement on the opposite side of the creek from the Wills homestead. Squatter and miner both wanted access to the permanent water. The dispute raged for thirteen years until Joseph Wills took the law into his own hands. Find out what he did to earn a stretch in Yatala Prison.

Members from the friends group will be on site between 10am and 3pm.

Who is this event for:

Everyone

What to bring:

Enclosed footwear
Personal sun protection
Insect repellant
Drinking water
Hand sanitiser
Personal medication

Location:
Ikara-Flinders Ranges National Park - Appealina Ruins, Appealinna Road (via Flinders Ranges Way - approximately 20km north of Wilpena)

IMPORTANT:

NPWS aims to provide inclusive events and activities for all, however some of our events do have specific requirements for participants. Please see the activity description and accessibility information to check if the event is suitable for you. If you require additional support to participate in the activity, please contact dew.parkofthemonth@sa.gov.au in advance.
This event will be postponed or cancelled in the event of unsuitable weather conditions or a total fire ban being declared in the Flinders Fire Ban District.
Vehicle entry to the park is free for registered attendees. You will however need to provide your vehicle registration plate number when completing checkout.