- Start date: 30 October 2014
- Age When Completed: 80.5
- Direction Walked: Sectional
- Others in Group:
Ian Rae, Trish Parker
General Comments
I’ve walked both ways over the years and have seen a lot of changes. Mainly the hills getting harder and higher. After 40 years on the Track have decided to stop now. I will still do maintenance on twe section for a couple more years.
Food/Supplies Comments
I did my own food frops so can’t complain about that.
Favourite Section
Somewhere between Kalamund and Albany.
Highlights
Seeing whales in the Southern Ocean and most of the usual animals and birds that inhavit the bush. As well as reptiles mainly snakes.
Personal Reactions
I’m getting more weary each day. That’s why I’m giving it up.
Wildlife
See above.
Your Best Equipment
Boots and walking poles. Sleeping mat.
Your Worst Equipment
Tossed that years ago.
Advice for Others
Train a bit then do it. The first 5 days are the worst.