Cleve Flottmann (Cleve Flottmann)
Completed: 15 September, 2017
Cleve Flottmann
- Start date: 8 September, 2013
- Age When Completed: 67
- Direction Walked: Both
Track Towns and Supplies
- Did you have any issues finding food/supplies? Yes
- I went from basic supermarket dried pasta and rice packets to home made and dehydrated gourmet food, and there was always a little drop of spirits or liquor to finish dinner. At the end we lived it up!
Your Story or Advice for Others
General CommentsIt was a great journey through so many different environments. Sitting a
Your Best Equipment
My equipment has changed over time from being too heavy to super light. A Luci rechargeable light has proven a great asset.
Your Worst Equipment
My initial backpack, whilst light was too short for my back. My current super light Osprey is great.
Advice for Others
Spend money on light gear, its worth it once out on the track. Buy a dehydrator and do your own food. Dont race: walk within your capacity and enjoy the track for what its worth. Enjoy the diversity of vegetation, the flowers and the company of other walkers.
Trip Details
How you completed the Bibbulmun Track:- In sections
- Who did you complete the Track with? Other - Ian
- Was undertaking your hike the PRIMARY/MAIN purpose of your TRAVEL from where you currently live? No
Your Experience
Mt Chance to Peaceful Bay with such a range of environments. The remote Pingrup Plains (always walked in the dry), the tingle forest and the beach sections with those amazing views. Such a contrast in environments, and away from the built environment for much of the time.
Highlight of your trip
Sitting around a campfire discussing peoples experiences, comparing gear and food, hearing the joys and woes of being in the bush and traversing the track.