The South & Central Gippsland Axemen's Association are coming to Gippsland Country for a woodchop!
Woodchopping is a uniquely Australian sport and it is part of our heritage. Our early pioneers who were clearing and falling timber for their homes were often separated from their families for long periods. They created their recreation and entertainment by using their work skills to challenge each other with chopping and some, also, became very proficient at axe throwing
The SCGAA has been the home region for a number of notable axemen including Jack Biggs of Wonthaggi, who was a competitor in the first ever woodchop competition in 1870. We can't wait to see some of Victoria's toughest axemen and women compete as part of the first ever woodchop at Gippsland Country!
