Jude Stokes (Short Legs)

Completed: 17 October 2009

  • Start date: 12 August 2009
  • Direction Walked: North to South
  • Others in Group:

    Robert (Bob) Clark - “Lost Bob”

General Comments

Shelters were excellent.  In some areas the distance between waugals was a little disconcerting, particularly when tracks crossed.

Food/Supplies Comments

We had organised dehydrated food before setting out and had an excellent back up system in place.  We called her our Bounce Box.

Highlights

Walpole to Albany.  Magic trees, exquisite wild flowers, breathtaking coast line.

Personal Reactions

An unforgettable experience which will stay with me forever - it’s like being in another world.

Wildlife

Approx 200 kangaroos, 21 Emus, 14 snakes, 11 bobtail goannas and 60 plus different birds.

Your Best Equipment

Walking poles.

Your Worst Equipment

Backpack - some days okay, other days it hurt my left shoulder.

Advice for Others

Plan well ahead, look after your feet - very important when walking long distances with a weighty backpack.