George Haddon is a former illustrator for the Herald Sun and the RACV Royal Auto publications. Past resident of West Gippsland, George has returned to re-familiarise himself with the countryside and capture our most eye catching and typical scenes. Download the map today and have your own piece of beautiful Baw Baw Country.

Warm up this winter in Baw Baw Country, West Gippsland. Whether its a mug of hot chocolate, your trusty scarf and gloves, or getting moving on the slopes, soak up the atmosphere the snow season is here! Time for crisp fresh air, frozen breath, snow gums, icicles, views, glistening snow, hearty lunches, friendly smiles and some big runs.The Baw Baw Plateau, host to both Mt Baw Baw and Mt St Gwinear Resorts, provides both the closest downhill resort to Melbourne and a huge area to traverse cross country. These family friendly resorts combine great prices, close proximity for both Melbourne visitors and Gippsland residents, and a huge variety of action. Accommodation is available on mountain as well as in the many towns surrounding. Try skiing; downhill or cross country, tobogganing, snowboarding in two terrain parks or just simply playing about (downhill and snow boarding at Mt Baw Baw only).

Going up in altitude is not the only winter activity that Baw Baw Country has on offer; In fact far from it. Curl up with a book in front of a log fire at a secluded B&B; experience the warming effect a perfectly matched meal and glass of red, or spend an afternoon strolling the boutique shops in Yarragon. Smell the fear of your competitors as you take aim in a game of paintball or experience the winter country side in your four wheel drive experience in the high country near Walhalla. The cold and misty air reminds you to consider the hardship of the gold rush era. Hear these tales from a local, whilst comfortable in the warmth of your hotel lounge.