Kokoda Trail | Fluppy | Activity https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/members-3/Fluppy/activity/ Activity feed for Fluppy. Fri, 12 Jul 2024 06:01:05 +1000 https://buddypress.org/?v=12.0.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 5b5784917514b189ec394ecee80d0da8 Fluppy replied to the topic Gary Juffa: Rename Kokoda Track - Source Post Courier 29Th April 2013 in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/gary-juffa-rename-kokoda-track-source-post-courier-29th-april-2013/#post-106531 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 04:49:09 +1000 What are people's thoughts on this? (those on the forum)

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]]> bcf495bd6509047f917d271404e64a69 Fluppy replied to the topic The Journey Of A Life Time in the forum Share Your Experience https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/the-journey-of-a-life-time/#post-93529 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 03:40:14 +1000 Wow! What an incredible story! Took me just over an hour to read it, but well worth the read! I know this trek was done many years ago now, but I always like reading people's accounts of their journey across the Kokoda Track. Very descriptive, easy to read. Love the bit about the snake lol! Also love the bit about how other trekkers helped…[Read more]

]]> 86ffd249927db28e27f34e6203961fd0 Fluppy replied to the topic Preparing For Kokoda - The Average Joe in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/preparing-for-kokoda-the-average-joe/page/6/#post-106408 Sat, 20 Apr 2013 14:43:45 +1000 Cannot stress how invaluable I found this information to be when we trekked Kokoda. For those looking at trekking, print these out!

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]]> 020e0c7a5536f6e3af4cdb60524cf05e Fluppy replied to the topic Hey! Guess Who's Back! in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/hey-guess-whos-back/#post-106398 Sat, 20 Apr 2013 10:14:57 +1000 Thank Boss Meri <img src='http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/public/style_emoticons//biggrin.png‘ class=’bbc_emoticon’ alt=’:D’ />

Hey, we're looking at trekking Kokoda again in 2015! What can you do for us?!

Happy to be back <img src='http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/public/style_emoticons//cool.png‘ class=’bbc_emoticon’ alt=’B)’…

]]> b9b2470991b71d1ae0d72f21843836ca Fluppy replied to the topic The Passing Of A Legend in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/the-passing-of-a-legend/#post-105050 Tue, 05 Oct 2010 22:07:56 +1000 A Legend. Got that right. If anyone on here was fortunate enough to meet Stan and talk to him about his Kokoda experiences and about his brother 'Butch' Bissett, blessed were you to be able to do that. I am grateful that Stan was able to share his experiences and know that the men of Kokoda – himself included – were not – nor ever will be -…[Read more]

]]> d2fbce620a6d5fc4e470917fb5b7a3ee Fluppy replied to the topic 55 - 64 Year Old Testimonials in the forum Testimonial https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/55-64-year-old-testimonials/#post-104981 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 05:39:15 +1000 They had Kingsley on their team? Wow. What an honour smile.gifLove reading all these testimonials!fluppy

]]> 50958ae408c8056f861901f9bf99814e Fluppy replied to the topic Trekon Rations Packs Ceased Trading in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trekon-rations-packs-ceased-trading/#post-104980 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 19:36:23 +1000 Gail – you have done a terrific job of local ration packs. Stan Bisset said it all when he said, '…no matter what they eat on the track they are eating a damn site better then the 2/14th.'biggrin.gif

]]> 9339c77b1450bd3d67d6ebd51ceab668 Fluppy replied to the topic Trekon Rations Packs Ceased Trading in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trekon-rations-packs-ceased-trading/#post-104955 Mon, 13 Sep 2010 22:53:46 +1000 Saloo8 – Oh thank the good Lord for that! Milo? Well that's even better!!!! laugh.gif Thanks for confirming fluppy

]]> 6f254cfec799f2f5865ac70d61fed21d Fluppy replied to the topic Trekon Rations Packs Ceased Trading in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trekon-rations-packs-ceased-trading/#post-104952 Mon, 13 Sep 2010 19:18:29 +1000 Thinking the above post is spam…But anways… Peter – your ration packs had hot chocolate in them??? *Jealous* Gail – do the new packs have hot chocolate in them? Please tell me they do! Or they will by the time I get around to trekking with you guys in 5 years!!!fluppy

]]> 0dfb0bcf7df3ef36b2c1e7592c917cd7 Fluppy replied to the topic Knees in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/knees/#post-104817 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 04:52:00 +1000 Thanks Rocky – link is fantastic smile.gifHe said his knees were hurting just walking around today at work. I wonder if he'll let me go to Kokoda without him…

]]> 12ca018beddbeb7718e59c2d35d928fe Fluppy replied to the topic Kokoda Battles Historical Poetry By Mike Mcarthur in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/kokoda-battles-historical-poetry-by-mike-mcarthur/page/3/#post-104681 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 02:21:06 +1000 That sounds great Mike – sounds like a big task – but well worth the effort. I say go for it! biggrin.gif Also perhaps you could create your own anthology of poems – put them on your computer (if you haven't done so already), print them out & put them in a display folder with a cover page & a table of contents/index. You have so many that maybe you could…[Read more]

]]> 58f1412ee104f71ddbad58e7bfcbb3eb Fluppy replied to the topic Kokoda Battles Historical Poetry By Mike Mcarthur in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/kokoda-battles-historical-poetry-by-mike-mcarthur/page/3/#post-104685 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 07:06:34 +1000 When oh when is your book coming out Mike?!!!!!! love flups

]]> a2a5630a7627966dd7e4af3b3ff32185 Fluppy replied to the topic 11 August 2009 Plane Crash in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/11-august-2009-plane-crash/#post-104679 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 19:46:08 +1000 Thanks for posting the link up Gail.

]]> e94eeb147828e9efca221f3f787bd75e Fluppy replied to the topic 11 August 2009 Plane Crash in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/11-august-2009-plane-crash/#post-104647 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 03:46:37 +1000 Lest We Forget. Says it all really, doesn't it. mellow.gif

]]> ebcd6c9daa32c2aa992b86bd31dac39b Fluppy replied to the topic Bit Quiet On The Homefront... in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/bit-quiet-on-the-homefront/#post-104644 Sun, 08 Aug 2010 19:57:05 +1000 "On the tree is a laminated picture of the mountain guns used…..so if this the same area I dont think this has been a great secret. I have photos of the weapon pits, connected with tunnels, ammunition piles, and other war relics. In fact the locals have a good setup which they charge 5 kina to look at the area."Crowie – I know the place you are…[Read more]

]]> c8e42e1d0ad6a459acc8c44016642390 Fluppy replied to the topic Bit Quiet On The Homefront... in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/bit-quiet-on-the-homefront/#post-104640 Thu, 05 Aug 2010 22:02:13 +1000 New bar looks great! Will look even better when it's finished no doubt smile.gif Wantok Tavern – great name!Good point about the forum being saturated with information – I know I read quite a bit before making any sort of post (even with all my questions wink.gif )fluppy

]]> fe199c73f298b1b9f5f71a51cf748d22 Fluppy replied to the topic Gateway Hotel in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/gateway-hotel-2/#post-104553 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:03:20 +1000 Apparently, the upper pool was still available while we were there, but we couldn't find it o.O Walked up and up the stairs and still couldn't find it. Our room was overlooking the building of the new pool though…Editors Note: yes, the upper pool is still available when the other one is closed off. Presume it was because they were sitting…[Read more]

]]> 77910cbfa77c05dc760e401728b63b48 Fluppy replied to the topic Gateway Hotel in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/gateway-hotel-2/#post-104530 Sun, 18 Jul 2010 23:40:01 +1000 Cool – that'd be great! Cheersfluppy

]]> 78c2b47d310b2551ea11e8d39d4acf3b Fluppy replied to the topic Food in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/food-2/#post-104427 Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:13:16 +1000 Saloo88 – thank you for bringing that to my attention. I had not considered the environmental impacts this would have. I guess burning them in the campfire would also be out of the question – as polystyrene emits toxic chemicals into the atmosphere when burnt…However, if KTL also provides them as part of the food ration packs, what to do then?…[Read more]

]]> 057620c63a771b87ec49a463f66ddb1f Fluppy replied to the topic Food in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/food-2/#post-104415 Thu, 17 Jun 2010 19:29:39 +1000 Boss Meri – Certainly are planning to trek with you guys. Mr Fluppy is worried his knees won't hold out by then, so I'm trying to talk him into letting me go with you guys without him. Ok, so I won't know anybody, but hey, it's all good. Now back to buttering Mr Fluppy up… wink.gif

]]> 6be8ae041dd45c7bd3e6ad5572b6e0bf Fluppy replied to the topic Trekking Poles in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trekking-poles-3/#post-104393 Sat, 12 Jun 2010 03:56:37 +1000 What a fabulous read! I too found my stick invaluable and it wasn't until about 5 days into our trek that I was brave enough to ask our trek guide if he knew any porters in our group who could carve my name into my stick (looking back, what a silly question to ask – as if he wouldn't know anyone who could carve – it's what they do best!)My…[Read more]

]]> f45dd3970f8c1ce847627299e61799da Fluppy replied to the topic Kokoda Track Safety Package in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/kokoda-track-safety-package/#post-104352 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 18:55:45 +1000 "This study has confirmed that a small number of people can drink too much fluid and potentially become unwell from low salt in their blood, particularly while undertaking arduous treks.The best way to avoid this is to drink when you are thirsty."Well this is interesting…What if a) the fluid you are drinking has magnesium + extra salt in it to…[Read more]

]]> 3c7d99408b66f2422d5406b96756b5b7 Fluppy replied to the topic Attention All Trekking Companies And Individuals Walking The Track&#33 in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/attention-all-trekking-companies-and-individuals-walking-the-track-33/#post-104305 Tue, 25 May 2010 18:24:29 +1000 QUOTE(Boss Meri @ 24 May 2010, 11:47 PM) [snapback]11741[/snapback]We also grow our own chickens at Orohaven Kokoda Retreat.… If you are from the city and think chickens come in frozen packages, this too is on offer in our freezers. Do not laugh, some people think of a live chicken as a kind of pet whereas a frozen one does not give them a…[Read more]

]]> ac00fdefbc9a93eb3f63f369fd152b4f Fluppy replied to the topic Bomana War Cemetery in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/bomana-war-cemetery/#post-104169 Mon, 03 May 2010 22:43:24 +1000 Shorty – wow. I get goosebumps just reading your post. When we had our dawn service at Brigade Hill, it was very eerie. You could almost sense and almost even see the glint of silver of the Japanese bayonets hiding amongst the undergrowth. It was very awe inspiring too – knowing that hundreds upon hundreds of soldiers on both sides…[Read more]

]]> 4e56599ee5873f7b00080a2009a04efc Fluppy replied to the topic Kokoda Battles Historical Poetry By Mike Mcarthur in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/kokoda-battles-historical-poetry-by-mike-mcarthur/page/3/#post-104099 Sun, 25 Apr 2010 08:55:07 +1000 Another great read Mike. I never knew about this guy. Is the man in your poem your father? Grandfather? Your poetry not only is moving, but also one of informing as well – to which you write to this day – to tell people, to inform them, to move them and to educate them. Today, you have educated me. Thank you.flups

]]> 08b754ed16075cf9cf9d4ee376b3cbbc Fluppy replied to the topic Mt Warning in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/mt-warning/#post-104072 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 21:14:50 +1000 Hi Graham,We live in QLD and found Mt Barney was the best training ground for us. In the wet, it was terrific and came about as close as we were going to get to resembling Kokoda conditions. Lots of steep climbs, lots of downhills, lots and lots of tree-roots (but nowhere near as many as Kokoda had lol!) and lots of slipperyness when it was wet.…[Read more]

]]> 3785b4c72ef45c94182546fe60d2bcea Fluppy replied to the topic Wayne Urina in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/wayne-urina/#post-103993 Sun, 21 Mar 2010 18:23:33 +1000 Shane – thank you for jogging my memory. I remember now smile.gif (although didn't at first)…

]]> 87fee3a5f8ba125f2f9d4f875f085f86 Fluppy replied to the topic Wayne Urina in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/wayne-urina/#post-103989 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 21:49:48 +1000 Oh Gail :'(Such a horrible tragedy to have happened under any circumstances. I pray that the Lord will be with Wayne & his family as they go through this difficult time. Please pass on our condolences to Wayne & his family. Brooke & Earlexxxx

]]> d2f0481ed21c5467c4b5d365b9171855 Fluppy replied to the topic Ground Sheet For Tent in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/ground-sheet-for-tent/#post-103987 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 21:45:51 +1000 Hi Scott,When we went, we did take a ground sheet & were mighty thankful we did – not because of the rain – but because of the condensation in the early morning. However, I don't think a groundsheet is totally necessary. Once or twice our porter had our tent set up but forgot all about the ground sheet as my partner had it in his pack – so our…[Read more]

]]> 7b4b62ad371051a3573c1fa1ea3aded7 Fluppy replied to the topic Kokoda Battles Historical Poetry By Mike Mcarthur in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/kokoda-battles-historical-poetry-by-mike-mcarthur/page/3/#post-103980 Thu, 18 Mar 2010 04:17:19 +1000 Nice one Mike. I learn something new about Kokoda every day smile.gifGiven any more thought to putting these in a self-published book??flups

]]> 7df33f34e1c054bb46892e90c9ea95c2 Fluppy replied to the topic Accomodation? in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/accomodation/#post-103969 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 03:55:09 +1000 Thanks Brian smile.gif Not looking at going for quite some time (next 5 or 6 years) but still nice to know these things ahead of time anyway. Good thing is Gateway Hotel would've been finished being revamped by the time we trek Kokoda again and we can reap the rewards of wonderous views with a beautiful refreshing pool to swim in and a complete new…[Read more]

]]> 1a563499aec3f9cbfe98e6b83d8a34a4 Fluppy replied to the topic Accomodation? in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/accomodation/#post-103967 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:07:53 +1000 What if you don't have a credit card? I am on a disability support pension and so would have to pay say each fortnight or 3-weekly. Does KTL allow this? blink.gifEditor's Note:We have two options for payment of our treks. One option is by bank transfer and the other credit card transactions:http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/payment/index.html

]]> 4fd40f01608100212ad950c8c5497bbf Fluppy replied to the topic Finally Paid in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/finally-paid/#post-103948 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 19:17:18 +1000 QUOTE(peterh13 @ 2 Mar 2010, 02:51 PM) [snapback]11341[/snapback]treat every day as a seperate bushwalk and youll have no probs..I have to most definitely agree with this. This is the exact advice that Peter gave me and it works very well. In fact there was a day or two when I had to remind myself of this out loud. It re-ignited my energy to…[Read more]

]]> 196e171a9f05b2d38584e433a20893a2 Fluppy replied to the topic Finally Paid in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/finally-paid/#post-101881 Sun, 28 Feb 2010 13:37:20 +1000 This is great news! Keep up your training and enjoy every bit of Kokoda when you go!!fluppy

]]> c833da62794e7f105731104c04f13889 Fluppy replied to the topic Backpack in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/backpack/#post-102215 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:16:00 +1000 QUOTE(peterh13 @ 24 Feb 2010, 04:03 PM) [snapback]11332[/snapback]You know what would make this site kick along a bit better ?? everyone should have a go at doing a product review with relevant treking gear. And then everyone can put their 2 cents worth in.Agreed. That's a brilliant idea smile.gif

]]> 0f2895691daa4cb6e47ce56df6071a25 Fluppy replied to the topic Backpack in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/backpack/page/2/#post-103936 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:11:17 +1000 QUOTE(Brian @ 10 Feb 2010, 01:53 PM) [snapback]11322[/snapback]Lyn's is 16kg and John's 18kg both for 6 days so it can be done. BrianIt most certainly can be done. My pack weighed in at 12.6kg & hubby's weighed in at 15.2kg – with the tent included – when we trekked Kokoda last year in October.

]]> 10f1e4cdd2924ff291ec495b2dbbc32b Fluppy replied to the topic Backpack in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/backpack/#post-103927 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 18:56:01 +1000 Yep. Everything ddkdave said. Cannot stress the importance of the harness. If you do not want a damaged back or shoulders or to do irreversible damage to your body – then take the advice and search for a backpack with a decent harness, hip supports, back support and shoulder supports.We went with Deuter packs and had no problems.

]]> 63baaa44c09dfd86feb61a5f9b11b25e Fluppy replied to the topic Trek 617 in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trek-617/page/2/#post-103881 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 01:54:13 +1000 K*I*M – so glad you enjoyed your trek. An amazing experience isn't it! Congratulations on completing Kokoda. You never got any blisters? Wow! Lucky you!! Once again, congratulations – many memories will no doubt be etched in your mind forever now biggrin.giffluppy

]]> 0300306421d46cdfe9f4a0865467afad Fluppy replied to the topic Kokoda Battles Historical Poetry By Mike Mcarthur in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/kokoda-battles-historical-poetry-by-mike-mcarthur/page/3/#post-103848 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 10:00:59 +1000 Nice one Mike *thumbs up*

]]> 6cfc8abaa72609d09d47f3935ae1a003 Fluppy replied to the topic 2010 - New Year, New Goals in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/2010-new-year-new-goals/#post-103837 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:45:22 +1000 I would like to do Machu Pichu (unsure of correct spelling) – in a few years time – I would like to get married at the Incan Ruins. How different would that be?!But I still would like to trek Kokoda again in 5 years time in the opposite direction (Kokoda – Ower's Corner) with KTL this time of course. I would stay 1 night at whatever hotel is…[Read more]

]]> aa753c652d208135c771e6a6e1d283e7 Fluppy replied to the topic Trek 617 in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trek-617/page/2/#post-103836 Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:27:37 +1000 K*I*M – You're welcome. I like asking questions. I am fortunate that everyone on here has been extremely patient with my endless questioning lol!As for the blisters you know what? I must have the most shocking feet on the planet! For 18 months I did blister preparation. Packs, Vaseline, Vitamin E, filing, blister packs, corn packs, orthodics,…[Read more]

]]> a8cc369a4452230ba9f72a7c894604f8 Fluppy replied to the topic Seasons Greetings in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/seasons-greetings/#post-103794 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 23:15:24 +1000 QUOTE(peterh13 @ 28 Dec 2009, 04:02 PM) [snapback]11193[/snapback]Fluppy,,,,you definately need help.Everybody else is stuffing their faces with ham and pork and your scanning the forum, you poor sick girl.I ought to seek counselling wink.gif

]]> 3c5fd34c31d7d3bcea93a317e59434d3 Fluppy replied to the topic Seasons Greetings in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/seasons-greetings/#post-103790 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 21:11:59 +1000 How sad is this – I am logged on to this forum to talk about my addiction on Christmas day lol! Anyway, hope everyone has had a brilliant Christmas this year in 2009. May 2010 bring many more adventures at Kokoda and much joy & happiness to all those in PNG as well as trekkers worldwide biggrin.gifDo the villagers celebrate Christmas?Have a good one…[Read more]

]]> 7ce73d04410a5bfe05a91ea3d9607d12 Fluppy replied to the topic Kokoda Battles Historical Poetry By Mike Mcarthur in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/kokoda-battles-historical-poetry-by-mike-mcarthur/page/3/#post-103783 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 12:43:24 +1000 Mike – this was great. It's refreshing (although of course as usual, it nearly made me cry), but it was refreshing because it was from a child's point of view. Also, I like how you are able to write short poetry as well as lengthy ones – straight and to the point. Well done. And a Merry Christmas back to you and yours too.fluppy

]]> c3de6863f6d711b834551c23666246c1 Fluppy replied to the topic Ktl 2 - Our Toyota Dyna in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/ktl-2-our-toyota-dyna/#post-103750 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 16:36:05 +1000 QUOTE(Lorna @ 17 Dec 2009, 09:35 AM) [snapback]11169[/snapback]It's a shangai Gail… Our porters were constantly trying to fool us with animal sounds too, and yes, even young children carried machettes on the track. My boys at that age carried Tonka toys, though they are certainly into hunting now.Also known as 'real' slingshots. We have them…[Read more]

]]> 7757c0e0bd2fd1cacce57c74b9ecac53 Fluppy replied to the topic Ktl 2 - Our Toyota Dyna in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/ktl-2-our-toyota-dyna/#post-103746 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 21:26:48 +1000 QUOTE(Boss Meri @ 11 Dec 2009, 09:11 AM) [snapback]11141[/snapback]If the bridges hold out, the vehicle will be used to ferry our trekkers back and forth from Kokoda to PopondettaSee, now this is when the use of a 'proper' bridge would be useful and beneficial – although not a 'footbridge' as such, I am sure many people would use their feet upon…[Read more]

]]> c0dd1b3e0fa4271c69273996d76cc662 Fluppy replied to the topic Ok, I'm Back. in the forum Share Your Experience https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/ok-im-back/page/2/#post-103740 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 11:17:24 +1000 Brian – I must have no life outside of Facebook now-a-days tongue.gif Where is Kokoda? Oh how I want to go back…Some days were briliant, others not-so-brilliant, some days it was like a camp I never wanted to end and other days I was homesick, missed my pets and wanted to go home. But now that I'm home, I want to go back. Now I miss the trekking.…[Read more]

]]> 14fc14c8997f3e3be856f3a730cff5b3 Fluppy replied to the topic Kokoda Track Authority in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/kokoda-track-authority-5/#post-103731 Wed, 09 Dec 2009 17:28:55 +1000 QUOTE(Boss Meri @ 10 Dec 2009, 11:07 AM) [snapback]11128[/snapback]KTA Works Program Advisory Committee4. Designs and probable locations for footbridges should be explored (following management outcomes and principles).They are considering footbridges? Oh no! Where? If they do that it will become a 'walk in the park'…How can they do this…[Read more]

]]> e55b2837844e6d54fcac0fd7319ca72c Fluppy replied to the topic Kokoda Track Authority in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/kokoda-track-authority-4/#post-103706 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 20:57:42 +1000 QUOTE(peterh13 @ 6 Dec 2009, 09:48 AM) [snapback]11106[/snapback]I think a lot of the bad press about the track is unwarranted. Sure it's a dangerous place, but thats why people go there.If all the bleeding hearts had there way there'd be handrails and concrete steps up all the hills and proper bridges across all the rivers….where's the fun in…[Read more]

]]> 457042309a161a80899807676430247d Fluppy replied to the topic Tracking Kokoda in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/tracking-kokoda/#post-103694 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 01:59:01 +1000 Thanks Craig smile.gifI think I might wait until the New Year though for now wink.giffluppy

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