Just going to add some general tips about cameras in less-than-ideal-conditions since I've seen people asking in other threads:Digital Compact CamerasThese are probably my recommended choice for taking photos on trek. Most reasonably priced compacts are rather cheap nowadays ($200-400 AUD) for something decent. A 1GB card is plenty for the casual…[Read more]

You definitely sound a lot fitter than your hubby! Hopefully he'll see reason before going. Are you also hiring a porter/going to share the porter? Or going to carry your own pack? Maybe he doesn't want to be the only one with a porter if you're going to carry yours yourself.Also, I can definitely imagine you carrying something that you could fit…[Read more]

QUOTE(39thdecendant @ 23 Oct 2007, 11:10 AM) [snapback]5883[/snapback]Just something you may be interested in Kokoda Day is held on the 8th of August each year, ANZAC Day is special, but Kokoda Day is thier day.NettieI haven't heard of Kokoda Day until now. What do they do in PNG to celebrate it?

QUOTE(12_bolts @ 5 Nov 2007, 10:45 AM) [snapback]5920[/snapback]I will be using a digital SLR and taking max size jpegs. Any suggestions on lens choice and amount of storage I may need.Thanks, PhilDue to the nature of the trail (random lighting due to shade, foliage and other things) I'd recommend a fast lens so you have better flexibility when…[Read more]

QUOTE(39thdecendant @ 9 Oct 2007, 06:35 AM) [snapback]5759[/snapback]the self inflating which I found extreamly uncomfortable, but then maybe I just camped on every rock there was!And here I was under the impression that inflatables cushioned against rocky surfaces more than other materials!

Were the anti-malaria tablets recommended by your doctor? I always feel that it's wisest to consult your doctor around 6 weeks before travelling as they generally have a good idea of what vaccinations you need for each location.

Being a photography enthusiast, I'd be very hesitant in taking a nice camera along. Although SLRs (digital or not) would get the best pictures from your trip, you'd have to weigh the cost of any damages since it'd probably be in the thousands unless you spend some hundreds on protection.I'd recommend a mid-range consumer compact camera, or even…[Read more]

QUOTE(tbrennen @ 30 Sep 2007, 01:55 AM) [snapback]5665[/snapback]Thanks for the input. So do I go long sleeve shirts or short sleeve? Shorts or pants? Or combinations?Beside the weather, do insects like you? If they do, it's something else in favour of long sleeves even if they're light ones. The same deal applies for long pants over…

Out of curiosity, how many porters usually accompany a trekking group? One for each trekker and one group porter?

The Kokoda Track Guide DVD has some maps included (both general and terrain levels). I'd recommend a video walking guide of the Kokoda track over a book since you get a more vivid representation of the terrain. Mainly since books tend to be limited in motion — you can really see things in action, and sometimes that makes all the difference.Enjoy…[Read more]

QUOTE(Boss Meri @ 31 May 2007, 04:31 PM) [snapback]4299[/snapback]Please come and walk KOKODA, it will be the best thing you have ever done! If you think the movie is moving, wait until you have walked in our diggers footsteps. . .I'd have to second that. Seeing is completely different from actually being there. Although, like someone said…[Read more]