John Ladyman (John L then Skin and Bones)

Completed: 10 November 2019

  • Start date: 20 September 2019
  • Age When Completed: 72
  • Direction Walked: North to South

General Comments

Shelters and water supplies excellent.  There was the odd spot where more waugals could be used.  When heading south - beach exit waugals need to be bigger and more prominent.  I did see one really large 200 x 200 would have been ideal.

Food/Supplies Comments

Bough food from towns along the way and repacked into small plastic.  Only place had to compromise a little was in Donnelly River.  North Bannister not recommended as food drop - too unreliable.

Favourite Section

South Coast

Highlights

Meeting other walkers.  See the bush from a different perspective.  Pleased to have been able to complete the track considering some of the terrain.

Personal Reactions

Satisfied with my performace, could do better if I walk the track again.

Wildlife

tiger snakes, dugites, echidnas, goanna, and pigs.

Your Best Equipment

Small solar charger for phone

Your Worst Equipment

Backpack was ok, after seeing others could have used a better one.

Advice for Others

Take advice from other walkers when appropriate, I found advice freely given and very useful, and made my walk more comfortable.