- Start date: 5 April 2010
- Age When Completed: 59
- Direction Walked: South to North
General Comments
Fantastic opportunity and challenge. Was extremely proud to have successfully completed the trek.
Food/Supplies Comments
Had food drops but generally supplies were available in all towns, including Northcliffe and Balingup.
Favourite Section
Mt Cooke, Rame Head, Giants.
Highlights
Views from Mount Cooke and Rame Head shelters. The diversity of the Track. The general standard of the shelters.
Personal Reactions
Was disappointed with the gravel roads prior to Dwellingup.
Wildlife
8 snakes, about 50 kangaroos, 5 brushtail wallabies, 2 bandicoots, 1 possum, thousands of birds.
Your Best Equipment
Cycling shorts and Kathmandu 70 litre pack.
Your Worst Equipment
Hi-Tech boots.
Advice for Others
Carry water in bottles rather than one container, use hiking sticks.