Edith Thomas (Super Six - GEM - Nine Nifty Nomads)

Completed: 3 November 2009

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Edith Thomas
Super Six - GEM - Nine Nifty Nomads
  • Start date: 1 June 2002
  • Direction Walked: Sectional

General Comments

After my first backpacking experience, I begged my friends not to let me go backpacking ever again.  But I found I missed out on a lot of fun.  So I became sensible and cut down on the weight I was carrying.

Food/Supplies Comments

Being only a sectional walker, it was not a problem carrying what was needed.

Favourite Section

Each section has its own highlight

Highlights

The wildflowers along the way, walkers sharing the jouney with me and others we met along the way.

Personal Reactions

On becoming a volunteer in the Bib Office, I found I needed to experience the whole Track, so I could give better advise to those who called the office - so it is “their” fault I’ve walked the Track.  Did not get the same BUZZ I imagine End to Enders get, when completing the walk in one go.

Wildlife

The usual wildlife - sometimes lots - other times less so.

Your Best Equipment

My new backpack.

Your Worst Equipment

My old backpack.

Advice for Others

Listen to the advice of other walkers.  Don’t cary unnecessary things or you will suffer.