Gday, i too have a burning desire to go back after completing my first crossing in 2006. I am hoping to get 5-10 friends together for a return in 2010/2011 with Gail and KTL. I went from Owers to Kokoda and on returning would go that way again, visiting Isurava and the relatively 'easy' going on the last day or so being a reward for the hard work…[Read more]

Hi RoboI did most of my local training on the rougher and steeper tracks that can be found on Mt Coot-tha I also walked in Karawatha Park which is easy compared with those found on Mt Coot-tha. There are "hidden" tracks there you may not be aware of. I also used the steps at Kangaroo Point up and down them with a weight vest on for an hour at a…[Read more]

Hey, if you are worried about the toilets just ask the guides where you can dig your own hole and use that. I have seen worse toilets in public schools in Australia. Just hold your breath and do your business and get out. I wouldn't go there to read the morning paper and have a coffee, if that is what you want to do – don't leave home.

I thought the idea of doing kokoda was to get out of your comfort zone!!!!!!

I thought the idea of doing kokoda was to get out of your comfort zone!!!!!!

Make sure your 1st aid is in your day pack. You don't want to be looking for people if you ever need it. When it comes to packing, use those space saving plastic bags. It doesn't matter if you roll or fold as you can use these to exclude the air and save space.

The vaseline works by stopping any friction between your feet and socks, that way you will not get any blistters. It is also helpful in preventing any fungal infections of the toes or feet.

Why go to all the expense? Long loose pants and free balling has done me for years of trekking in FNQ. This worked well on Kokoda.

Hi All,Brian I have been reading you posts over the last few weeks especially this one and noticed you live on the southside of Brisbane like myself at Redland Bay.My friend and I who are going to Kokoda next year have been doing some regular walks through Venman on the circuit track. Can you recommend any more challenging walks around Brisbane…[Read more]

No, as I live in QLD – but I'm sure others would be I'd like some suggestions as to some areas I could walk around in Ipswich in QLD though.

Hi FolksIan we have friends living nearby who have had a carpet snake in their roof for years it died a few weeks ago, fortunately in the roof gutter and not inside the roof it measured well over 3 meters long.We had a smaller one in our garage not so long ago that we caught and dropped off at a local nature reserve. Carpet snakes do not worry but…[Read more]

Hey Ian,May need some friendly trekkers to trek with when I return either next year or the year after!Snakes, what snakes! I did not see any wildlife not even a mozie on my trek it may have been I was too busy head down bum up to get to the top. OH I beg your pardon I did see a copius amounts of butterflies, a beautiful blue colour and they were…[Read more]

Hi Kristi,I trekked with Brian, and the bug has got hold of me too. Looking forward to going back in the next year or two, this time to walk from Kokoda to Owers. Brian, that snake is small compared to the one Wallace threw the axe at just as we were walking into Kokoda!Cheers Ian

Well Hello there, Mrs Moo and Sir Brian.I have heard of the Bundaberg bushwalking club, don't know to much about it though. I will certainly do some research if you think it is worthwhile.Brian, what a wonderful little adventure. I hope you are not too scared of snakes! The picture of the falls looks awesome. I would love to get down there…[Read more]

Ah, Lamington. I did a lot of walks up there when I lived in Brissie. After rain, the Lightening Falls walk (21klms) is really lovely.

Hi Kristi and MooI live a little way from you in Browns Plains just south of Brisbane went walking yesterday with the NPAQ of which I am a member and will be joining the Brisbane Bushwalkers in the new year.We did a 18km walk yesterday in Lamington National Park after our recent heavy rains the creeks and rivers were running as they have not done…[Read more]

Hi Kerryn, yes, per Brian's reply, the cost of your flight is included in your trek package so no worries there.See you in 2009 !

Hi KerrynIf you are trekking with Kokoda Trekking Ltd KTL your flight is certainly part of the package.if you enjoy your trek half as much as I did you will have a really wonderful experience.If I can help or advise you further do ask.EnjoyBrian

Hi KristiWe are not too far apart. I am in Rocky! Sometimes we do walks with Bundaberg Bushwalkers. Are you a club member, or a one-off trekker?Moo

Dear Brian and Mrs Moo,Thankyou so much for your reply, it was a lovely surprise to find such a speedy return message. What a great feeling knowing that I can now chat with fellow trekkers who would be interested in returning. I, like you find the only thing stopping me is the financial one, however with interest rates dropping that prospect of…[Read more]