Raoul Taddei (Odd Fellow 2)

Completed: 28 May, 2026

Raoul Taddei thumbnail — **Raoul Taddei**
Odd Fellow 2

Start date: 9 April, 2026
Age When Completed: 55
Direction Walked: Southbound

Track Towns and Supplies

How many days did you stay in Track Towns? 1
Did you have any issues finding food/supplies? No
I found enough food for every section, and thanks to a unofficial Track Angel, a food drop near Brookton. So no issues with food.

Particular Track Towns that you would return to:

Kalamunda
Dwellingup
Collie
Balingup
Donnelly River Village
Pemberton
Northcliffe
Walpole
Denmark
Albany

Your Story or Advice for Others

General Comments
I dedicate this "Bib" to Bertrand, who launched this adventure at just the right moment in my life. The Bibbulmun Track was a wonderful experience for me. It exceeded all my expectations. The benefits, both physical and psychological, are immense and lasting. And as a bonus, fantastic encounters.

Your Best Equipment
The backpack. Comfy, versatile. The walking poles, it would have been really painful and traumatic without them.

Your Worst Equipment
Nothing really bad. Next time, though, I’d take shoes with better cushioning and a rain jacket instead of the poncho, which catches the wind. And, of course, an Australian leather-hat.

Advice for Others
Be prudent, but not lacking in ambition. Keep in mind that you are carrying all your own gear, and that in reality, you need very little, provided it is of good quality. Leave behind most of those "just-in-case" items. Take your time, allow your body to adjust, and enjoy the time spent in nature, the walking, the scenery, and the people you meet.

Trip Details

How you completed the Bibbulmun Track:

All at once

How many days did it take you to complete the Track? 50
Who did you complete the Track with? Solo (primarily)
Was undertaking your hike the PRIMARY/MAIN purpose of your TRAVEL from where you currently live? Yes
What first prompted you to walk the Bibbulmun Track? Word of mouth/friends

What did you use to navigate the Track?

BT Maps

Your Experience

Availability of information: Excellent
Amount of Wildlife Encountered: Great

Favourite Section
I enjoy every section :-), especially the forest parts

Highlight of your trip
some encounter was really special