Kirk Lester (Kirk)

Completed: 13 December 2013

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Kirk Lester
Kirk
  • Start date: 1 October 2013
  • Age When Completed: 54
  • Direction Walked: North to South

General Comments

More challenging than expected. Failed first backpack and air mattress. Had to buy warm gear in Collie. Had to break in the middle die to tendon problems in ankle. Sore feet entire trip. Great experience about body and mind.

Favourite Section

Anything with tall trees.

Highlights

Views and scenery from top of Mt Cooke and coastal views.

Personal Reactions

Got lost too many times due to confusing and lack of signs.

Wildlife

11 snakes only, lots of roos and emus. Birdwatching was fun!

Your Best Equipment

Jet-boil.

Your Worst Equipment

Failed backpack.

Advice for Others

Prepare food drops so you have no extra weight to carry.