Vanessa Moss (Nessie)
Completed: 29 October, 2023
- Start date: 19 April, 2019
- Age When Completed: 51
- Direction Walked: Both
Track Towns and Supplies
- Did you have any issues finding food/supplies? Yes
- I dehydrated my own meals and sent them to Visitor Centres along the way. Trail towns generally had good supplies too.
Your Story or Advice for Others
General CommentsI feel so grateful to have had the opportunity to walk the track. I owe a huge debt of gratitude to all the volunteers who support and maintain such and incredible asset.
Your Best Equipment
My Aarn backpack, Durston XMid Pro IP tent, Neve quilt and my trekking poles.
Your Worst Equipment
A poncho was totally useless in high winds on the beach - not surprising (it was great otherwise).
Advice for Others
If you feel drawn to walk the track then get out walking! Short sections, long sections - it doesn't matter. Work with the time you have and within your limits.
Trip Details
How you completed the Bibbulmun Track:- In sections
- Who did you complete the Track with? Other - solo
- Was undertaking your hike the PRIMARY/MAIN purpose of your TRAVEL from where you currently live? No
Your Experience
I loved the whole trail, so much diversity in the landscape.
Highlight of your trip
I met so many fantastic people on the trail, shared lots of stories and laughs. The wildflowers in spring are just amazing including orchids of all shapes and sizes.