Hi

From the website blurb:

Another Great Long Distance Walking Track is under development in the
tropics in Northern Australia.  We hope to develop a walking trail network
of some 2,000 kilometres (about 1,250 miles), which will pass along the
Eastern Cape York Peninsula.  This is one of the last pristine tropical
regions in the world.  It is wild, beautiful and presently largely trackless
and inaccessible.  The coast has many stunning tropical beaches lapped by
the azure blue  Coral Sea, with the Great Barrier Reef running the closest
it gets to the Queensland Coastline.

The Dreaming Trails derive their name from the ancient culture of the
Aboriginal people who have inhabited the area for some 40,000 to 50,000
years.  Theirs is the oldest living culture in the world and many still live
on Cape York.  Their knowledge and spiritual appreciation of the region is
unsurpassed.

The sea teams with life, the land is rich in birdlife and other animals,
while the rivers are nesting and breeding grounds for crocodiles.

In designing the trails, the Queensland Government Parks and Wildlife
Service is seeking the views of people who love wilderness and walking, so
we can develop a network of trails and infrastructure that best suit their
needs and wishes.

By completing the survey you can help us design a world class long distance
trail network. We hope that it will be a network that suits you as a walker,
hiker, rambler, tramper (depending on where you come from) and will provide
memorable, meaningful (perhaps even life-changing) experiences for those who
walk it.

We ask between 2 and 5 minutes of your time to complete the survey.  They
are largely multiple choice and need no research to complete.  No personal
identifying information is asked for.
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details and a link to the survey can be found at
http://www.dreamingtrails.com/

Regards
Andrew

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Hi Mark, I can't help with Kilimanjaro, I did a trek (pack donkey assisted) with
a company in the Ngorongoro conservation area & climbed Mt Lengai at the end but
that is a relatively short climb compared to Mt Kilimanjaro. Best to do Kili
sooner rather than later as the snow ice cap on top  is melting away. I also
went the Okavango delta whilst in Africa & would defintely recommend a visit.
                                                               regards Eric


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Sent: Wednesday, 28 October 2009 8:00 PM
To: Mark McLauchlin
Subject: [Aushiker] Mount Kilimanjaro and Kosciuszko




Hi,

Has anyone climbed either of the above two?

I am looking for some information as to what group you climbed with, your
experiences both good and bad and any suggestions you might have for someone
looking to climb either.

Thanks

Mark

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Hi Mark

> Has anyone climbed either of the above two?
Er - Kosciusko, NSW?
Many times! I regret to say that it might be the easiest of the lot.
Of course, you could do it in winter ... much more fun! (Skis or snowshoes.)
Group??? Sue and me.

Cheers
Roger

Sorry,

Can’t help.



Ralph



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Behalf Of Mark McLauchlin
Sent: Wednesday, 28 October 2009 8:00 PM
To: Mark McLauchlin
Subject: [Aushiker] Mount Kilimanjaro and Kosciuszko





Hi,

Has anyone climbed either of the above two?

I am looking for some information as to what group you climbed with, your
experiences both good and bad and any suggestions you might have for someone
looking to climb either.

Thanks

Mark

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blog

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Hi,



Has anyone climbed either of the above two?



I am looking for some information as to what group you climbed with, your
experiences both good and bad and any suggestions you might have for someone
looking to climb either.



Thanks

Mark



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blog





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For the keen shopper with an eye for a bargain.

Cheers

Ralph








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Thanks Eric,

Post any questions you might have and I will do my best to provide some
local advice.

Cheers
Mark

-----Original Message-----
From: aushiker@... [mailto:aushiker@...] On
Behalf Of Eric Taylor
Sent: Monday, 26 October 2009 10:34 AM
To: aushiker@...
Subject: RE: [Aushiker] Digest Number 1188

Thanks for the details in your article Mark, I too live in Perth & have
done the Bib track (in stages) plus other treks both in Oz & overseas.
I've always been a hiker who has taken minimal gear & am working towards
the the U/L approach & will gradually replace older heavier gear as I
will have more time for hiking from the start of 2010.
With this in mind your article is a very useful resource.
Keep up the good work !
                                          Regards Eric


________________________________

From: aushiker@... [mailto:aushiker@...]
On Behalf Of Mark McLauchlin
Sent: Saturday, 24 October 2009 8:26 PM
To: aushiker@...
Subject: Re: [Aushiker] Digest Number 1188




Thanks Roger, that was partially my intent.

Cheers
Mark

----- Original Message -----
From: "Roger Caffin" <r.caffin@... <mailto:r.caffin%40tpg.com.au>
>
To: aushiker@... <mailto:aushiker%40yahoogroups.com.au>
Sent: Saturday, 24 October, 2009 4:05:59 AM GMT +08:00 Beijing /
Chongqing / Hong Kong / Urumqi
Subject: Re: [Aushiker] Digest Number 1188

> My BPL article went up this week, if you are interested in reading
please
> do so here,
>
http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/transitional_hi
ker
<http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/transitional_h
iker>
Good article, got lots of comments especially from the Oz contingent.

Cheers

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Thanks for the details in your article Mark, I too live in Perth & have
done the Bib track (in stages) plus other treks both in Oz & overseas.
I've always been a hiker who has taken minimal gear & am working towards
the the U/L approach & will gradually replace older heavier gear as I
will have more time for hiking from the start of 2010.
With this in mind your article is a very useful resource.
Keep up the good work !
                                          Regards Eric


________________________________

From: aushiker@... [mailto:aushiker@...]
On Behalf Of Mark McLauchlin
Sent: Saturday, 24 October 2009 8:26 PM
To: aushiker@...
Subject: Re: [Aushiker] Digest Number 1188




Thanks Roger, that was partially my intent.

Cheers
Mark

----- Original Message -----
From: "Roger Caffin" <r.caffin@... <mailto:r.caffin%40tpg.com.au>
>
To: aushiker@... <mailto:aushiker%40yahoogroups.com.au>
Sent: Saturday, 24 October, 2009 4:05:59 AM GMT +08:00 Beijing /
Chongqing / Hong Kong / Urumqi
Subject: Re: [Aushiker] Digest Number 1188

> My BPL article went up this week, if you are interested in reading
please
> do so here,
>
http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/transitional_hi
ker
<http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/transitional_h
iker>
Good article, got lots of comments especially from the Oz contingent.

Cheers

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Thanks Roger, that was partially my intent.

Cheers
Mark

----- Original Message -----
From: "Roger Caffin" <r.caffin@...>
To: aushiker@...
Sent: Saturday, 24 October, 2009 4:05:59 AM GMT +08:00 Beijing / Chongqing /
Hong Kong / Urumqi
Subject: Re: [Aushiker] Digest Number 1188

> My BPL article went up this week, if you are interested in reading please
> do so here,
> http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/transitional_hiker
Good article, got lots of comments especially from the Oz contingent.

Cheers



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Thanks Paul,

Definitely worth giving it a go, I wont look at another bag so long as I am
still standing.

The weight advantage is excellent, the comfort factor and versatility are
something that you just cannot go past.

A cheaper option would be to try converting an old bag you may have around the
place, just remove the zipper ( I hate zippers are they feel rough on the skin),
sew up a foot box and away you go.

Cheers
Mark
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From: "pauljh1960" <pjkrhomes@...>
To: aushiker@...
Sent: Saturday, 24 October, 2009 6:53:16 AM GMT +08:00 Beijing / Chongqing /
Hong Kong / Urumqi
Subject: [Aushiker] Re: BackpackingLight Article

Thanks Mark.  I enjoyed your article.  I'll have to look into one of those
quilts.

Paul


> Hi All,
>
> My BPL article went up this week, if you are interested in reading please do
so here,
>
> http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/transitional_hiker
>
> Feedback is most welcome,
>
> Cheers
> Mark



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Thanks Mark.  I enjoyed your article.  I'll have to look into one of those
quilts.

Paul


> Hi All,
>
> My BPL article went up this week, if you are interested in reading please do
so here,
>
> http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/transitional_hiker
>
> Feedback is most welcome,
>
> Cheers
> Mark

> My BPL article went up this week, if you are interested in reading please
> do so here,
> http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/transitional_hiker
Good article, got lots of comments especially from the Oz contingent.

Cheers

Hi All,

My BPL article went up this week, if you are interested in reading please do so
here,

http://www.backpackinglight.com/cgi-bin/backpackinglight/transitional_hiker

Feedback is most welcome,

Cheers
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Hi all,



My BackpackingLight article will be published shortly,



Sneak Peak;



Transitional Hiker: Australian Mark McLauchlin chronicles his ongoing
transformation from former hiker to getting-back-into-it-hiker to
ouch-that-hurts-hiker to lightweight hiker. On the way, he becomes a devotee
of other famous UL walkers, buys a sewing machine (successfully enduring the
teasing of his loving wife), and plugs into the most devoted UL community on
the planet in the BPL forums.





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Andrew, and other cyclists.  Aldi is now selling folding bikes. See:  
www.aldi.com.au/au/html/offers/2827_10312.htm.

Regards,
Alan


ALDI buys from thurs 15 Oct 2009



Folding Bicycle $199



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Alloy rims

Shimano six speed with thumb shifter

Alloy V-linear brakes

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Folding pedals

95% assembled

Perfect to take on holidays

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---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Mountain Designs Perth <perth@...>
Date: 2009/10/12
Subject: re Andrew Lock
To: Mike Wood <mikew@...>


  Hi Guys,

Some of you may remember Andrew Lock speaking here in Perth last year; in
case you don't know Andrew summitted Shishmapangma on October 2nd making him
the first Australian, and only one of 13 people in the world, to have
climbed all 14 eight thousand metre mountains in the world. This is a huge
achievement and one that is well deserved. The whole outdoors and adventure
community sends him their congratulations.

If you want more information check out Andrew's website www.andrew-lock.com.

Also, on the weekend, we held the Mountain Designs Great Southern Race at
Denmark. It was a great success with 39 teams completing the gruelling
course set by John Jacoby and Sam Maffett of Rapid Ascent fame. 14 stages
comprising ocean paddling, inlet paddling, mountain biking, running, a
flying fox and abseil plus constant navigating by compass and map. 4 members
in a team with 3 members on the course at any one time. Check out the
gallery on www.thewest.com.au, go to galleries and click on Great Southern.
Well done to all, and thanks to the support crews, the volunteers and the
people of Denmark.

Cheers,
Mike Wood.
Mountain Designs WA & Peregrine Adventures WA.



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---------- Forwarded message ----------
From: Mountain Designs Perth <perth@...>
Date: 2009/10/8
Subject: re: 2 Polar Presentations
To: Mike Wood <mikew@...>



Hi Guys,

Please see below an invitation to 2 Polar Information Evenings to be held at
the Mountain Designs Adventure & Travel Centre in Hay St Perth. Kirtsen Le
Mar was one of the Expedition Leaders on the trip I did to Antarctica this
year and I have encouraged her to come to Perth to speak about our programs
there. Kirsten is a great speaker with heaps of funny anecdotes and stories
about her 10 years in Polar regions. Kirsten does particularly good
imitations of King Penguins, Whales and Elephant Seals once she has warmed
up! Her stories about the months she spent studying Elephant Seals while
living in a hut the size of a shoe box are very entertaining. I hope to see
you there.


  Next week we have *2 Polar Information Evenings!*

>
> On *Tuesday 13 October,* Kirtsen Le Mar (Expedition Leader) is our special
> guest speaker when she looks at the *Icebreaker Programme* Peregrine runs
> (in conjunction with our sister company Quark Expeditions) to both the
> Arctic and Antarctic. These specialist vessels enable you to visit places on
> the planet few others will venture to. If you travelled with us to the
> Arctic or Antarctic previously or are looking for that very special trip,
> this could be the programme for you!
> The venue is our offices at 862 Hay St, Perth at 6pm.
>
> On *Thursday 15 October*, Peter Lambert will look at the *“regular” Polar
> Programme* Peregrine runs in our ice-strengthened vessels to both the
> Arctic and Antarctic. The programme for 2010-11 has been broadened and the
> new brochures have just arrived.
> Again, the venue is 862 Hay St, Perth at 6pm.
>
> If you would like to attend either/both of the presentations, please e-mail
> sales@... or call 9321 1259 (please don't forget to
> indicate which presentation(s)).
>
> We hope to see you next week.
>
> Cheers,
> Mike Wood
> Peregrine Adventures WA & Mountain Designs WA
>
>
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I am not familiar with this brand Rosemary.

I’m just back from a Cape to Cape walk and am nursing two beaut blisters.
One on each heel.

Saw other walkers going the opposite direction and a group of 4 went our
direction. We caught up with them at camp. Well, they caught up with us as
they left camp later than us.



Very pretty but very hard with lots of soft sand.



Ralph



From: aushiker@... [mailto:aushiker@...] On
Behalf Of rosemaryg@...
Sent: Thursday, 8 October 2009 6:36 PM
To: aushiker@...
Subject: [Aushiker] chefsway food





Has anyone had experience with this brand? A friend bought at dwellingup
camping store, a packet of risotto. This was really very nice. Just
wondering if anyone knows of it in Perth and any thoughts on it? It was
pricey but it did her for 2 meals and I take my hat off to her, I couldn't
eat that much food even in 2 sittings.

Anyway had a quite few days walking from Driver rd, Lane Poole to Collie.
Got horribly lost getting to Driver Rd in a car but made it to the hut
before dark.

Isn't it funny that you walk and not see another soul for 4 days? We seemed
to just miss a group who was a day ahead of us. And no one walking south to
north during our time on the track.

Rosemary





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Has anyone had experience with this brand? A friend bought at dwellingup camping
store, a packet of risotto. This was really very nice. Just wondering if anyone
knows of it in Perth and any thoughts on it? It was pricey but it did her for 2
meals and I take my hat off to her, I couldn't eat that much food even in 2
sittings.

Anyway had a quite few days walking from Driver rd, Lane Poole to Collie. Got
horribly lost getting to Driver Rd in a car but made it to the hut before dark.

Isn't it funny that you walk and not see another soul for 4 days? We seemed to
just miss a group who was a day ahead of us. And no one walking south to north
during our time on the track.

Rosemary

Yeah, about time! I've been trying to convince shop openers along the track fro
years to carry freeze dried food and gas canisters. Maybe they're just starting
to get it now.
Cheers,
Mike

   ----- Original Message -----
   From: Mark McLauchlin
   To: Mark McLauchlin
   Sent: Friday, October 02, 2009 6:03 PM
   Subject: [Aushiker] FW: Bibbulmun Bytes - October edition


     Good to see the North Bannister Road house being open 24 x 7 and also
   Balingup offering gas canisters.

   Have fun.

   From: Bibbulmun Events [mailto:events@...]
   Sent: Friday, 2 October 2009 3:44 PM
   To: undisclosed-recipients:
   Subject: Bibbulmun Bytes - October edition

   Members

   Bibbulmun Bytes - October 2009

   Your Monthly E-news and events from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation

   In this issue:

   * Walking with Dad Weekend - only 3 places left!
   * Dr Dolittle Goes Bush
   * Latest <> Walker Services News
   * Mountain Designs Bibbulmun Team Challenge - Individual's Opportunity

   * Spring has finally sprung! Merchandise specials
   * AGM - Notice of motion <> to adopt a new constitution
   * End-to-Enders 'Wall of Fame'
   * Advance Notice - End-to-Enders Picnic 2010
   * Put your Bibbulmun Track T-Shirt on and join in the John Hughes Big
   Walk for PMH
   * Join a Maintenance Team
   * Latest Track Conditions, Realignments, Diversions And Inlet
   Crossings

   Walking with Dad Weekend

   A rite of passage for the kids! OK Dad (or Grandpa), it's time to get the
   kids (8 yrs +)out into the bush, camping like you used to do with your dad!
   Give mum a break and give yourselves the chance to spend 2 days to
   rediscover each other and the bush by walking around 10km each day. Learn to
   set up camp and try out some of your own camp cooking. Max 2 kids per adult.

   Planning night: Friday16th October 2009

   Date: Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th October 2009.

   Cost: $170 (1 adult and 1 child), extra child $45. Includes return transport
   from Perth, guided walk, map, comprehensive planning night, trip preparation
   manual and equipment hire. BYO food. BOOK
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   A 4km return stroll for children (6yrs to 12yrs) to a typical campsite to
   see and learn about our native animals from the Kanyana Wildlife
   Rehabilitation Centre. Return before dark following the reflective Waugal
   trail markers. Bring a picnic supper and torch. Max 2 kids per adult. Not
   suitable for pushchairs, 1hr from Perth. Location given after booking.

   Date: Saturday 14th November, 3.30pm to approx 6pm.

   Cost: Family member kids: first child $23, $18 thereafter.

   Non-member kids: first child $28, $23 thereafter.

   Adults: members free, $5 non-members (max 2 adults per child). BOOK
   <mailto:http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/Events/Dr-Dolittle-Goes-Bush.aspx>
   ON LINE

   Latest Walker Services News

   * Threeways, North Bannister (aka North Bannister Roadhouse) will be
   open 24hrs from 4 October 2009.
   * Re-sealable gas canisters are now available from Balingup General
   Store.

   Mountain Designs Bibbulmun Team Challenge - Individual Opportunity

   Thinking what a great idea, but haven't got a Team. No problem! We'll join
   you up with 3 other eager participants for the 5th heat of the Bibbulmun
   Team Challenge (5th-8th November) - Not to be missed - this is a really
   unique event and a lot of fun.

   . Walking 50km & camping out over 4 days

   . Physical & mental Challenges

   . Leadership, problem solving, team building & communication skills

   . Lots of FUN!

   "Well organized, well executed, and good fun" Chris Nut, DEC

   Find out more NOW - visit our
   <http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/Events/Team-Challenge.aspx> Team Challenge
   webpage and request a registration form.

   Spring has finally sprung! Merchandise specials

   * Ladies fitted white short sleeve T-shirts - Only $20.00 (members
   take off a further 10%) RRP $24.95.
   * Wildflower Guide of the Northern Bibbulmun Track - $15.00 (members
   take off a further 10%) RRP $24.00

   AGM - Notice of motion to adopt a new constitution

   Members are notified that at the annual general meeting of the Bibbulmun
   Track Foundation Inc. on Thursday 29 October 2009 at 5.00 p.m. at Level 1,
   Mountain Designs Building, 862 Hay Street, Perth, the Board of the
   Foundation Inc. will move that the Foundation pass a special resolution to
   adopt new rules to replace its current constitution. To be effective the
   motion will need the support of at least 3/4 of the members at the meeting.
   A copy of the proposed new rules (called the Bibbulmun Track Foundation
   Rules 2009) can be obtained from the Foundation at the above address or
   viewed on the Foundation's website at www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au
   <http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/> . The purpose of the new rules is to
   modernise the Foundation's rules so as to clarify some things that are not
   too clear in the current constitution.

   End-to-Enders 'Wall of Fame'

   Have you have completed a continuous end-to-end? Whilst we acknowledge that
   all end-to-ends are a great achievement - we are creating a 'wall of fame'
   to acknowledge those hardy souls who have walked the entire length of the
   Track in one go.

   Thanks to all who have sent in photos, but we know there are lots more of
   you out there!!! Don't be shy, please send us your photos!

   The photo gallery will be put up in our front office - the ideal place to
   inspire our many visitors.

   So dig out the photo album or get onto the computer and please send us:

   . a mid to close-up photo (so we can see who you are!) - ideally one
   taken whilst on your end-to-end journey. Size should be a standard 6" x 4"

   . your name, your track name if you have one, dates of walk and
   where you are from.

   We're looking forward to being inundated with photos!!

   Email <mailto:marketing@...> : or post to Jean Byrne,
   BibbulmunTrack Foundation, PO Box 7605, Cloisters Square WA 6850.

   Advance Notice - End-to-Enders Picnic

   Are you an End-to-Ender? Have you registered your end-to-end with the
   Foundation?

   If you have, you will receive your invite to the End-to-Enders Picnic in the
   coming months.

   Have a chance to meet the people you have only read about in the register
   books & those who followed your journey. Selected campsite registers will be
   available for viewing! Bring your photos and stories. Details of the picnic
   will be sent to all registered end-to-enders soon. Make sure we have your
   up-to-date details! Email: <mailto:events@...>
   events@...

   Put your Bibbulmun Track T-Shirt on and join in the John Hughes Big Walk for
   PMH!

   A group of Bibbulmun Track walkers are doing the 15km walk around the Swan
   River in this year's Big Walk on Sunday 8th November.

   Wear your Bibbulmun Track T-Shirt and join them near the Registration stand
   at 7.30am. (Call Karen on 0414 751 179 if you can't find them).

   For more information about the event and to register as an individual -
   visit www.bigwalk.com.au

   Join a Maintenance Team

   One of our volunteers is looking for others to join his team to look after a
   section in the Wellington District, close to Collie. If you are interested
   contact Gwen on (08) 9481 0551 or email: friends@...

   Latest Track Conditions, Realignments, Diversions And Inlet Crossings

   There are several realignments and diversions currently in place along the
   length of the Track. Please be particularly aware of sections planned for
   prescribed burns as they may involve Track closures and lengthy diversions.
   If you are planning to walk anywhere on the Track please make sure you check
   out the <http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/track-info/Track-Conditions.aspx>
   Latest Track Conditions link on our website or contact the
   <http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/contact/Other-Useful-Contacts.aspx> local
   DEC Office well before you go and the day you go if possible!

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Well that's good to know, After all that is what its all about.

Cheers
Mark

-----Original Message-----
From: aushiker@... [mailto:aushiker@...] On
Behalf Of Andrew Priest
Sent: Sunday, 4 October 2009 2:48 PM
To: aushiker@...
Subject: Re: [Aushiker] Cape to Cape Track - South to North in Six Days

Thanks Mark.

Highlights? People that came on the walk and the scenery.

Andrew

2009/10/4 Mark McLauchlin <mark@...>:
> Some great Photos Andrew, I thought you guys and gals were still out.
>
> So what were some of the highlights?
>
> Cheers

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Thanks Mark.

Highlights? People that came on the walk and the scenery.

Andrew

2009/10/4 Mark McLauchlin <mark@...>:
> Some great Photos Andrew, I thought you guys and gals were still out.
>
> So what were some of the highlights?
>
> Cheers

--
http://aushiker.com
http://twitter.com/Aushiker
Sent from Perth, WA, Australia

Some great Photos Andrew, I thought you guys and gals were still out.

So what were some of the highlights?

Cheers

-----Original Message-----
From: aushiker@... [mailto:aushiker@...] On
Behalf Of Andrew Priest
Sent: Sunday, 4 October 2009 1:23 PM
To: aushiker@...; hiking-wa@yahoogroups.com;
BackpackingTalk@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Aushiker] Cape to Cape Track - South to North in Six Days

Hi

I have recently completed a walk of the Cape to Cape Track from south
to north. You can read about it at
http://www.aushiker.com/2009/10/cape-to-cape-track-2009-south-north-walk-ove
r-six-days.

Regards
Andrew

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Hi

I have recently completed a walk of the Cape to Cape Track from south
to north. You can read about it at
http://www.aushiker.com/2009/10/cape-to-cape-track-2009-south-north-walk-over-si\
x-days.

Regards
Andrew

--
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http://twitter.com/Aushiker
Sent from Perth, WA, Australia

Thanks Andrew for the heads-up. Have you used this retailer?

Regards
Andrew

2009/9/27 Gunn Parker <a1preece@...>:
> On Western Mountainering gear? Then look here
> http://www.hermitshut.com/
>
>
http://aushiker.com
http://twitter.com/Aushiker
Sent from Perth, WA, Australia

Good to see the North Bannister Road house being open 24 x 7 and also
Balingup offering gas canisters.



Have fun.



From: Bibbulmun Events [mailto:events@...]
Sent: Friday, 2 October 2009 3:44 PM
To: undisclosed-recipients:
Subject: Bibbulmun Bytes - October edition









Members

Bibbulmun Bytes - October 2009

Your Monthly E-news and events from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation



In this issue:



* Walking with Dad Weekend - only 3 places left!
* Dr Dolittle Goes Bush
* Latest <>  Walker Services News
* Mountain Designs Bibbulmun Team Challenge - Individual's Opportunity

* Spring has finally sprung!  Merchandise specials
* AGM - Notice of motion <>  to adopt a new constitution
* End-to-Enders 'Wall of Fame'
* Advance Notice - End-to-Enders Picnic 2010
* Put your Bibbulmun Track T-Shirt on and join in the John Hughes Big
Walk for PMH
* Join a Maintenance Team
* Latest Track Conditions, Realignments, Diversions And Inlet
Crossings





Walking with Dad Weekend

A rite of passage for the kids! OK Dad (or Grandpa), it's time to get the
kids (8 yrs +)out into the bush, camping like you used to do with your dad!
Give mum a break and give yourselves the chance to spend 2 days to
rediscover each other and the bush by walking around 10km each day. Learn to
set up camp and try out some of your own camp cooking. Max 2 kids per adult.

Planning night: Friday16th October 2009

Date: Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th October 2009.

Cost: $170 (1 adult and 1 child), extra child $45. Includes return transport
from Perth, guided walk, map, comprehensive planning night, trip preparation
manual and equipment hire. BYO food.   BOOK
<mailto:http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/Events/Walking%20With%20Dad%20Weeke
nd%20(%20(2).aspx>  ON LINE





Dr Dolittle Goes Bush

A 4km return stroll for children (6yrs to 12yrs) to a typical campsite to
see and learn about our native animals from the Kanyana Wildlife
Rehabilitation Centre. Return before dark following the reflective Waugal
trail markers. Bring a picnic supper and torch. Max 2 kids per adult. Not
suitable for pushchairs, 1hr from Perth. Location given after booking.

Date: Saturday 14th November, 3.30pm to approx 6pm.

Cost: Family member kids: first child $23, $18 thereafter.

        Non-member kids: first child $28, $23 thereafter.

        Adults: members free, $5 non-members (max 2 adults per child). BOOK
<mailto:http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/Events/Dr-Dolittle-Goes-Bush.aspx>
ON LINE





Latest Walker Services News

* Threeways, North Bannister (aka North Bannister Roadhouse) will be
open 24hrs from 4 October 2009.
* Re-sealable gas canisters are now available from Balingup General
Store.





Mountain Designs Bibbulmun Team Challenge - Individual Opportunity

Thinking what a great idea, but haven't got a Team.  No problem!  We'll join
you up with 3 other eager participants for the 5th heat of the Bibbulmun
Team Challenge (5th-8th November) - Not to be missed - this is a really
unique event and a lot of fun.



.         Walking 50km & camping out over 4 days

.         Physical & mental Challenges

.         Leadership, problem solving, team building & communication skills

.         Lots of FUN!



"Well organized, well executed, and good fun" Chris Nut, DEC



Find out more NOW - visit our
<http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/Events/Team-Challenge.aspx> Team Challenge
webpage and request a registration form.





Spring has finally sprung!  Merchandise specials

* Ladies fitted white short sleeve T-shirts - Only $20.00 (members
take off a further 10%) RRP $24.95.
* Wildflower Guide of the Northern Bibbulmun Track -  $15.00 (members
take off a further 10%)  RRP $24.00





AGM - Notice of motion to adopt a new constitution

Members are notified that at the annual general meeting of the Bibbulmun
Track Foundation Inc. on Thursday 29 October 2009 at 5.00 p.m. at Level 1,
Mountain Designs Building, 862 Hay Street, Perth, the Board of the
Foundation Inc. will move that the Foundation pass a special resolution to
adopt new rules to replace its current constitution. To be effective the
motion will need the support of at least 3/4 of the members at the meeting.
A copy of the proposed new rules (called the Bibbulmun Track Foundation
Rules 2009) can be obtained from the Foundation at the above address or
viewed on the Foundation's website at www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au
<http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/> .    The purpose of the new rules is to
modernise the Foundation's rules so as to clarify some things that are not
too clear in the current constitution.



End-to-Enders 'Wall of Fame'

Have you have completed a continuous end-to-end?  Whilst we acknowledge that
all end-to-ends are a great achievement - we are creating a 'wall of fame'
to acknowledge those hardy souls who have walked the entire length of the
Track in one go.



Thanks to all who have sent in photos, but we know there are lots more of
you out there!!!  Don't be shy, please send us your photos!

The photo gallery will be put up in our front office - the ideal place to
inspire our many visitors.

So dig out the photo album or get onto the computer and please send us:

.         a mid to close-up photo (so we can see who you are!) - ideally one
taken whilst on your end-to-end journey. Size should be a standard 6" x 4"

.         your name, your track name if you have one, dates of walk and
where you are from.

We're looking forward to being inundated with photos!!



Email <mailto:marketing@...> : or post to Jean Byrne,
BibbulmunTrack Foundation, PO Box 7605, Cloisters Square WA 6850.





Advance Notice - End-to-Enders Picnic

Are you an End-to-Ender?      Have you registered your end-to-end with the
Foundation?



If you have, you will receive your invite to the End-to-Enders Picnic in the
coming months.



Have a chance to meet the people you have only read about in the register
books & those who followed your journey. Selected campsite registers will be
available for viewing! Bring your photos and stories. Details of the picnic
will be sent to all registered end-to-enders soon. Make sure we have your
up-to-date details!   Email:  <mailto:events@...>
events@...





Put your Bibbulmun Track T-Shirt on and join in the John Hughes Big Walk for
PMH!

A group of Bibbulmun Track walkers are doing the 15km walk around the Swan
River in this year's Big Walk on Sunday 8th November.

Wear your Bibbulmun Track T-Shirt and join them near the Registration stand
at 7.30am. (Call Karen on 0414 751 179 if you can't find them).

  For more information about the event and to register as an individual  -
visit www.bigwalk.com.au





Join a Maintenance Team

One of our volunteers is looking for others to join his team to look after a
section in the Wellington District, close to Collie.  If you are interested
contact Gwen  on (08) 9481 0551 or email: friends@...





Latest Track Conditions, Realignments, Diversions And Inlet Crossings

There are several realignments and diversions currently in place along the
length of the Track. Please be particularly aware of sections planned for
prescribed burns as they may involve Track closures and lengthy diversions.
If you are planning to walk anywhere on the Track please make sure you check
out the  <http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/track-info/Track-Conditions.aspx>
Latest Track Conditions link on our website or contact the
<http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/contact/Other-Useful-Contacts.aspx> local
DEC Office well before you go and the day you go if possible!





  <mailto:events@...?subject=Unsubscribe%20Bib%20Bytes> If
you would like to unsubscribe from this email, all news & special offers,
please send us an email with your full name, suburb and email details.

  <http://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/contact/Other-Useful-Contacts.aspx>
______________________

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Bibbulmun Track Foundation


<mailto:events@...?subject=unsubscribe%20Bibbulmun%20Bytes
> Mountain Designs Adventure Building


<mailto:events@...?subject=unsubscribe%20Bibbulmun%20Bytes
> Level 1, 862 Hay St, Perth


<mailto:events@...?subject=unsubscribe%20Bibbulmun%20Bytes
> PO Box 7605 Cloisters Sq, PERTH, WA 6850


<mailto:events@...?subject=unsubscribe%20Bibbulmun%20Bytes
> T: (08) 9481 0551


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On Western Mountainering gear? Then look here
http://www.hermitshut.com/

I recently purchased the book "Bush
<http://www.dec.wa.gov.au/shop/bush-books/bush-tucker-plants-of-the-south-we
st/shop.dec.html>  Tucker Plants of the South-West", very interesting read
and something I will take out with me on my next few trips to see if I am
able to identify some of the edible plants. I purchased the book from the
Bibbulumn Track Foundation office in Perth, it is published by Naturebase
<http://www.naturebase.net/> . Track members get the book for about $5.80,
non-members pay $6.50. Here is an extact-
The Nyoongar people of south-western Australia had a very ordered way of
life. Their hunting and gathering patterns were guided by six weather-based
seasons. The Nyoongars' resource-based observations enabled them to make the
best use of available plant and animal resources at these times. This book
provides an insight into some of the common bush tucker plants used by the
Nyoongar people.



  <http://lightweighthikersblog.blogspot.com/> Follow my lightweighthikers
blog





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Hi,



I have a Navman MY55T GPS for sale, only used for 2 weeks then I got a car
with GPS built-in, so the wife says this must go.



Receipt for $425, will sell for $350.00, if you are interested give me a
yell.



Cheers

Mark



You can do more than drive with the new MY55T from Navman. BluetoothT
connectivity via a compatible phone allows you to turn the device into a
handsfree mobile for safer driving. Plus, with its FM Transmitter, you can
even listen to the voice guidance or phone calls through your car speakers
for even clearer instructions.

While you're Bluetooth connected you can also access Live Local Searches on
TrueLocal.com.au or Google to anything you're after. All the while, the
large 4.7" LCD Touchscreen, with Slide or Tap options for your convenience,
provides clear visual guidance with realistic 3D Junction Views and even
detailed 3D Landmarks for superior orientation.  Advanced Lane Guidance
gives you specific lane details for your upcoming turn or exits off busy
motorways and freeways, Premium Safety Alerts will keep you out of trouble
and safe and sound, while the built-in Live Traffic Updates feature ensure
you'll always know if there are delays or accidents on the road ahead.

Once you reach your destination, you can capture the location with a simple
touch of a button and even voice-tag it so your Navman can guide you back
there any time you wish. It even gives you Live Weather Information! With
all this and more, the MY55T is more than a GPS, it's the perfect travel
companion for every journey.

Features:

* 4.7" Tap and Slide Touchscreen
* Smart FindT Keyword search
* Live Traffic Updates - built-in
* FM Transmitter
* Premium Safety Alerts
* School Zone Warnings
* Speed Sign Alerts
* Navman Connect - Live Local Search powered by Truelocal.com.au and
Google
* Live Weather Updates
* Advanced Lane Guidance
* 3D Landmarks
* 3D Junction Views
* Location and Trip Capture Button
* Australian Spoken Street Names
* Digital Logbook
* SOS Shortcut for emergency services
* Petrol and Parking Shortcuts
* Up to 600,000 Points Of Interest (POI)
* Optional Travel Guides





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Hi Ralph,

I have communicated wit Joe quite a few times, he is currently on a
thru-hike of the CDT.

If you are after goods made from Cuben he is your man. I am waiting for his
arrival home so that I can order a few more items.

Cheers
Mark

-----Original Message-----
From: aushiker@... [mailto:aushiker@...] On
Behalf Of Ralph Ditton
Sent: Thursday, 24 September 2009 8:17 PM
To: aushiker@...; hiking-wa@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [Aushiker] Ultra Light Backpacks

For the budding ultralighters here is a link that I became aware of.

The owner is away until December on a long backpack.

http://www.zpacks.com/



Cheers

Ralph



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