Robert Bouwer (Drover)

Completed: 5 October 2002

  • Start date: 16 August 2002
  • Age When Completed: 48
  • Direction Walked: North to South

General Comments

We are fortunate to have this wonderful track on our own doorstop.  Walking in the bush keeps you sane!

Food/Supplies Comments

Porridge, powdered milk, honey/noughat choc bar.  Dried mushrooms, peas, carrots, TVP, flavour packs, Powdered soup, dried onions.

Favourite Section

Northcliffe to Walpole

Highlights

See ing the coast for the first time, so many changes of scenery, soil & vegetation in each section

Personal Reactions

Finally after doing different sections over many years, i’ve done the whole walk.  Loved it all.

Wildlife

Kangaroos (30), Emu (5), Mardoo (5), Bandicoots (4), Snake (10)

Your Best Equipment

2 ltre drink bladder

Advice for Others

Plan to run out of food,, you never eal all you take.  Best to walk in cooler months, travel light as possible.  Don’t go shopping just before you leave - never take untested gear.