Don Briers (Donald)

Completed: 9 May 2003

  • Start date: 13 April 1999
  • Age When Completed: 66
  • Direction Walked: Sectional

General Comments

An addictive experience which will never be forgotten

Food/Supplies Comments

Muesli, biscuits, cheese, island mix, chocolate, some fruit, soup, TVP, tuna, pasta, puddings.

Favourite Section

Northcliffe to Walpole and then Walpole to Denmark.

Highlights

Donnelly River forests, sighting of the ‘Mandalay Wreck’‘.  Coastal views.  Meeting other walkers, especially from other states and overseas.  Walking with Peter Dear when he finished his End to End

Personal Reactions

A challenge that has always fascinated me.  Would now like to walk from Albany to Kalamunda in one go.

Wildlife

Not a lot to be seen,. Loved the sound of the Golden Whistler.  Snakes were fun - especially those we saw after passing them.

Your Best Equipment

Gas stove and mat.

Your Worst Equipment

Backpack.

Advice for Others

Take one day at a time - don’t rush - nurse your body - do it.  Buy a good pack - boots - socks - shirt, the best you can afford.