Bruce Meakins (Salty Bruce)

Completed: 28 July 2023

  • Start date: 21 July 2022
  • Age When Completed: 64
  • Direction Walked: North to South
  • Others in Group:

    Section Companions: Steve Bennett -Kal to Sullivan Rock, Northcliffe to Walpole and Casey Peet -Balingup to Donnolly River Village.

General Comments

Great Track bringing a sense of peace and fulfillment
I did E 2 E sectionally from Kalamunda to Pemberton in 2022 and from Pemberton to Albany in 2023.

Food/Supplies Comments

Did my own dehydrated food and restock by family and friends every 4 to 8 days.

Favourite Section

Truly loved all of it but Walpole to Peacefull bay was a beautiful mix.

Highlights

Dodging the storm waves at Conspicuous cliffs in gale force conditions. The magnificent Forrests and trails along the Donnolly River.

Personal Reactions

I plodded and sat on every sit-able log as you don’t know when the next would be.Walked at a speed to truly experience the track. Loved the company and the solo sections. Loved winter hiking in the rain. Was my first Bib Track E2 E and I will do again and again if my body lets me

Wildlife

Lots of Birds, Kangaroos and emus. No snakes

Your Best Equipment

My Osprey Packs.

Your Worst Equipment

Switched to lighter gear for second half reducing weight by 3 kg

Advice for Others

Don’t race it enjoy the preparation, the journey (live in the moment and record key moments (written or photographically