Craig Salt
- Start date: 13 September 2020
- Age When Completed: 57
- Direction Walked: North to South
- Others in Group:
Tanya Gawthorne
General Comments
Great experience and opportunity of a lifetime to complete this with my partner Tanya
Food/Supplies Comments
Food choice is a personal thing, but I’m firmly of the view that it’s worth taking the time to prepare a diverse range of tasty food even if it means carrying a bit more weight. We dehydrated our main meals and would do the same again.
Favourite Section
The south coast stretch between Walpole and Albany
Highlights
Getting to much better understand the country we live in, meet many new like-minded travellers, and return home mentally and physically stronger
Wildlife
The wildflowers were amazing through most sections (other than the karri forest). I was very surprised to see so many different varieties of orchids, most of which were stunning!
Your Best Equipment
Good shoes, backpack, sleeping mattress and sleeping bag are all essential for a happy and enjoyable experience.
Your Worst Equipment
Although I love cooking with my trangia, I would upgrade to a jetboil if I had my time again. I estimate a >2kg weight reduction (including metho) by doing this, which would be a significant benefit for little effort or inconvenience.
Advice for Others
If walking the Bibbulmun is something that remotely appeals to you, take the leap and try it out for yourself.