Joyce Birch (Joyce Birch)

Completed: 1 November 1993

  • Start date: 1 November 1989
  • Age When Completed: 67
  • Direction Walked: Sectional
  • Others in Group:

    Len Hill

General Comments

I am sure, the new facilities (shelters, etc) are great and make the experiencve more comfortaable, but I feel pleased and proud that we did it the “hard way

Food/Supplies Comments

Much though and planning went into what foods, how much we would need and where supplies were left, before we set out

Favourite Section

No particular section, it was allinteresting and very varied

Highlights

Arriving at Nanga Bush Camp and passing a group of people, the first human’s we had seen in 9 days

Personal Reactions

The whole experience is one I shall never forget or regret.  I felt that at my age is was my greatest achievement

Wildlife

Snakes, kangaroos and many varieties of birds

Your Best Equipment

A very light sleeping bag and mattress

Advice for Others

Just go! and enjoy.