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I have not long came back from meeting up with our latest trekkers to hit town, ie
Chris Bartrum, Nick Bartram, Matt Grogan, Tim Campbell, Ben Newbold & Alex Woerndle.
All seemed pumped up and READY TO GO!
Guide Bevan Evari:
The guys checking out their ration packs:
IMG_0861.jpgAll trekkers had an early start this morning when they had to book in for their flight to Kokoda which should leave around 9 am.
Another photograph taken last night – as you can see pizza was on the menu:
IMG_0860.jpgUpdate 14 July, 2005;
Trek 111
Trekkers arrived at Kokoda around 8:50am, yesterday morning, and met up with their guide, Beven Evari who was waiting for the 6 men to arrive at Kokoda air-strip, along side Beven were, 5 ? 6 other food-porters.As soon as the plane landed and the 6 trekkers; Chris Bartram, Nick Bartram, Matt Grogan, Tim Campbell, Ben Newbold & Alex Woerndle came out, Beven and the rest of the guys were there to meet up with them.
After a brief introduction, they did some sorting out with their gears, and then heading out for their first day adventure.
Even though the test mountain was a tiring climb and a tough one, the group did great and finally made it to their camp site, Isurava village.
The weather was looking good yesterday, so hopefully today will be the same.
Test Mountain
CIMG0614.JPGLatest on the trail;
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The group started off early hours this morning, and has now reached Alola village. All trekkers are taking a short time break and will move on when they are done.On their way to Alola the group made a stop at Isurava Battlefield, were the trekkers took some time to read the monuments and take pictures.
At the moment all trekkers are on the move, they seem to be doing just fine at this time, there have been no report of anyone having difficulties, so that?s good. Weather's looking fine, so should be a good day.
Isurava Battlefield
Picture_053.jpgWell done guys! keep up the good work! Were all watching your progress.
Love Rael, Jill, Harry Jim and Graciexxxxxxx :Latest on the trail;
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The group made a stop at Eora Creek for lunch, and continued on from there, to their camp site, Templeton?s Crossing.Their guide just informed me that, all trekkers are ok still going strong and doing fine.
Right now I can?t talk to any of the trekkers, coz all are still on the move. But, I?ll try to get hold of them, when and if they get to a good location.
Other than that, everything?s fine and all is well.
Templeton's Crossing
CIMG0381.jpgRadio contact this morning from Mt Bellamy as follows:
Matt: Hi to Jill and the kids – I am doing ok and enjoying the trip, please do not worry, see you soon….Matt
Alex:going well, feeling ok but wondering how our daughter is going, please respond, tks Alex
Nick & Chris:Hello Kayleen, Dad & I are both coping ok…its a tough slog but so far so good and we are looking forward to finishing.
Tim: Travelling pretty well and feeling pretty good…say hi to everyone for me.
Ben: I am ok and doing well
If you have any messages please post on here and they will be passed on when we have radio contact again at 4pm today….weather and radio reception permitting.
IMG_0859.jpgMatt, the kids said to say Hi! every thing fine at home & work. How are the legs and back coping, and are there injuries? We watch your progress every day, How is your sleeping partner going? Keep up the good work and have a great time.
PS. hope those young guys aren't giving you a hard time.Hi Ali,
Laura is doing really well, we are all missing you but hope you are enjoying the trek. All is fine back home – just bloody cold! Hope your ankle isn't playing up. Everyone is keeping up with your progress. We hope you are having a good time.
Luv S, L & LUpdate 15th July, 2005;
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The group is now having lunch at Naduri, all trekkers are well, still going strong and doing terrific; no reports of any injuries, so it?s all good so far.They will proceed on to Efogi 1 after lunch, and camp there for the night. Weather seems to be looking ok, so should be a great evening once they get to base.
Message from the following trekkers;
Matt: ?Thanks for the message, great to hear from you. Leg?s a very sore, back is very sore, everything is sore, but we?re all ok.?
Alex: ?Thanks to everyone.?
Chris: ?It?s been sensational, and we?ll see you all in a week?s time.?
Efogi 1 village
Picture_053.jpgTo Alex,
The boys and I are sitting here having a quite beer on friday night hoping all is going well.
Enjoy the rest of the Trek
DIT Boys
hi chris
I think I have finally matered the technology and been successful in sending you a message. Luke Ches and Oscar are all fine. I have been busy with work. Going for tea tonight with Bernie, Rob, Tim Fi and Luke. Menopause tomorrow. It has been very wet here since you left. I hope you are not too sore. I hope Nick is coping Ok. There are some great photos of you all on the web site. Miss you both. Love you.Rael
Editors Note: Its been a fantastic trek and I will see you in a couple of days
Ben….. keep up the good work and keep an eye on the jungle for the predator…..
remember Billy copped it and Jesse the Body too!
Check out if you can find the prison camp administered by your grandfather…. he said it was quite a place!
Enjoy the rest of your trip, trek hard and take no prisoners.
I will email again tomorrow but let me know if you are getting them.
See ya Champ
Love from Brewster St
NB As Cheech said, "Keep your Tool Cool"
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