Jason Gick (Jason)

Completed: 6 January 2004

  • Start date: 27 August 1999
  • Age When Completed: 33
  • Direction Walked: Sectional
  • Others in Group:

    Claire Gick

General Comments

First seven weeks = Honeymoon (1st honeymooners ever I believe). Great experience, great challenge.

Food/Supplies Comments

Dehydrated stuff; topped up supplies at towns, etc.

Favourite Section

Walpole - Peaceful Bay.

Highlights

Wildlife, first Karri trees near Gregory Brook.  Stout and Trout at the Pembi Hotel, Monadnocks Camp, Pingerup Swamps.

Personal Reactions

Great to know I’ve done it, feel I can now show other people what it’s all about.

Wildlife

Birds, frogs, snakes, little fury creatures.

Your Best Equipment

Dragonfly cooker - noisy but very reliable.

Advice for Others

Do it anyway you can but do it.  Take your time and enjoy the experience:  you’re a long time home.,