- 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.