Trek 113 Heads Out From Owers Corner

[bushnellr]

Sunday evening 2015
Warney has just holed out for 90. Right down Giles throat. He didn't even have to move. Still we survive. Alas Graham, Richmond went down to the Bulldogs. We was there.Your father and I.Man U won last night and the Gunners go round tonight. It's all happening as Bill Lawry would say. Stan even has another furball!!
Look forward to seeing you on Friday night.
Still thinking of you all and the biteys and the leeches ugh!!
Luv Rosie and Mum.

[thedonnellons]

Hi Bernie and the crew! Hope all is well and you are enjoying the trek. We are proud of you Bernie and know you will be having a ball. Looks like the weather is nice and clear so the views should be sweet. Janelle got her new car and they love it. Mum and Dad sent kisses and hugs and I am senting a poke in the kidneys 'cos I know you love 'em! <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//wink.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”;)” border=”0″ alt=”wink.gif” /> Have fun we love you!!! <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//biggrin.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”:D” border=”0″ alt=”biggrin.gif” /> <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//biggrin.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”:D” border=”0″ alt=”biggrin.gif” />
Seeya soon
Gooch

[la5collins]

HI KATHERINE!!! hope you and the team are well. sounds as though you're doing great!! still looking in the photos for you Kath.. try and muscle your way to the front <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//rolleyes.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”:rolleyes:” border=”0″ alt=”rolleyes.gif” /> went to hotham for the weekend, so a bit sore and stiff. spoke to mum, she still hasnt sorted this email out, so a big hello from her and dad.. back at work.. cold and miserable here in melb. safe trekking.. love louise, mum, dad xo

[wilsonb]

Hey berna and all the 113 crew, Just Wilson here, can't believe you are nearly there, keep up the fantastic work and look forward to hearing all about your adventure on your return. How is the DC withdrawals going? Will have a cold can waiting in the fridge on your arrival. Have a safe trip home. I'm heading out to the Donnellon farm this arvo so will give everyone a hug and kiss for you. Are you there yet?? Love to you all Belinda

[Jessie Garap]

Update 15th August, 2005;

Trek 113
All well and very much looking forward for tomorrow, they now reside in Deniki look-out-point, where they will camp for the night. All trekkers are well and did fantastic today. No injuries or problems all seem to have done well and still looking fit, in good shape and spirit. They spent the night at Isurava village yesterday evening, and today did a short walk from top down to the mid point of the test mountain.

They are currently putting up their tents, and preparing themselves for the evening. While those who are finish, are just relaxing and just enjoying the great view, while others head out to the small creeks to take a quick bath.

Other than that, everything seems to be going ok, and everyone?s doing fantastic.

Bernie sends this on behalf of the team.

One day to go, we are all happy and healthy and looking forward to finishing tomorrow. Thanks to everyone, our love to you all.

Looks like, they'll be eating a whole lot tonight.
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[inda]

Hi Katherine and all the team……Hope all is well and not too far to go now,,,,thinking of you all take care… well done hope this gets through love mum dad nannie Janette C… <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//rolleyes.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”:rolleyes:” border=”0″ alt=”rolleyes.gif” /> <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//smile.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”:)” border=”0″ alt=”smile.gif” />

[ashj]

Hi there teamofthe113,

Ash here, sounds like you have all done an amazing job – well done! Maybe the Australian cricket team can learn something about mental toughness in the face of adversity from your good selves!

Hey Rach (babe!) – can't wait to have you back in town – its been quite tough trying not to arrange too much of our social life, or my next holiday (and ours if you wanna come!!) without you here! This incommunicado thing is certainly different…

Take care,

ash. <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//cool.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”B)” border=”0″ alt=”cool.gif” />

[thedonnellons]

Hey sinky what you doin? How the princess? <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//tongue.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”:P” border=”0″ alt=”tongue.gif” />

Message to Bern. Wilson was out today she misses you. Shelly wouldn't leave her alone!

[aussie]

Trekkers will walk into the small township of Kokoda tomorrow to a warm Oro Province Welcome complete with traditional dancing.

Trekkers have been invited to spend the night at Russell Eroro's family block (Rusty's Place) where they will be treated to some bread & scones followed by a home cooked meal with lots of organic vegetables grown in their garden.

No doubt they will be offered another swim in a creek or if they would prefer a 'real shower'.

All trekkers will fly back into Port Moresby on Wednesday and should be back in the Gateway Hotel before midday.

Traditional Sing Sing Welcome:
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[bushnellr]

Well team almost there. Fantastic. Just like the Aussie cricketers. They drew the test against all odds. Punter made 156 and was man of the match. Just like you guys all people of the match. Enjoy your break in the sunshine and come back happy and proud. See you all soon.
Rosie and Mum

[Debs]

Dear Dec,

Haven't heard a anything from the track but assume you are still alive. I have got everything into our new house with fairly minimal damage to myself and our belongings however you may be looking for a new wife when you get back.

Also had to change accom in Port (sorry it was too late for booking of first choice). I'll send the details to your phones so you know where to head when you get Cairns.

Have fun!

[la5collins]

HI KATHERINE!! AND TEAM… not long now.. almost there! you've done a great job.
as you can see katherine, mum figured out the email so all good. hope you have a good couple of last days and keep safe and keep on trekking! i'm at work, nothing too exciting happening here in melb. see you soon, love louise xoxo <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//smile.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”:)” border=”0″ alt=”smile.gif” /> <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//rolleyes.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”:rolleyes:” border=”0″ alt=”rolleyes.gif” /> <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//tongue.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”:P” border=”0″ alt=”tongue.gif” /> <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//laugh.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”:lol:” border=”0″ alt=”laugh.gif” /> <img src="http://developer2/board/upload/style_emoticons//biggrin.gif&#8221; style=”vertical-align:middle” emoid=”:D” border=”0″ alt=”biggrin.gif” />

[NickMac]

G'day Katherine and the rest of 113. Congratulations on a great job! Kath: enjoy your time in the sun in Qld, and it will be great to hear all about the trek when you return.
Cheers,
Nick.

[Jessie Garap]

Update 16th August, 2005;

Trek 113
The group started early hours this morning, which now see them in Kovelo village. Yes! Almost to the end of their trek, all trekkers are ok, all fine and very much looking forward to finishing.

They will give us a call when they get to Kokoda stations and from there, if they have any last say, I will post it up on the website. So, keep an eye out for that.

Trekkers and porters taking a rest before, continuing on.
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[Debs]

Oops forgot to say in my earlier posting…Well done to every trekkers in 113. You must be so proud just as we all are at home. Congratulations on a tremendous effort!
Debs

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