Kokoda Trail | peterh13 | Activity https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/members-3/peterh13/activity/ Activity feed for peterh13. Thu, 09 Oct 2025 07:26:09 +1000 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 07b8c5bbe36fd7c42952d9a2681b7983 peterh13 replied to the topic Local Guide Or Australian Guide. Training Locations Blue Mountains in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/local-guide-or-australian-guide-training-locations-blue-mountains/#post-106740 Wed, 15 May 2013 12:20:53 +1000 Hi Brian.

We did the trek a while back using local guides. Johnsford and Dudley were 2 of the nicest and most impressive guys Ive ever met. We all became great mates. I recommend the local guys.

]]> 639262d8252f9f6022d61f067c930a4c peterh13 replied to the topic Hey! Guess Who's Back! in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/hey-guess-whos-back/#post-106739 Wed, 15 May 2013 12:13:27 +1000 Hi Fluppy.
Hope your training for our 6 Foot Track hike later this year.

]]> 2a53ea95efcb60a1f1f905603126f3ae peterh13 replied to the topic Climate In July And Where To Go After Kokoda in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/climate-in-july-and-where-to-go-after-kokoda/#post-106737 Wed, 15 May 2013 12:09:49 +1000 I was there in July and it was quite hot during day but at night we wore track pants and a light thermal jacket. You are normally in bed by 7-30 so you dont sit around for long.

]]> c77639a2c28a7a188b2f1838123e85b9 peterh13 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-105886 Mon, 13 May 2013 12:36:27 +1000

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 Cameras

These 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…

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]]> b0d6c795d9f36dd08ed950b09884a283 peterh13 replied to the topic Training Locations? in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/training-locations/#post-105884 Mon, 13 May 2013 12:29:00 +1000 Perrys Lookdown.

Its just outside of Blackheath in the Blue Mountains. We did it a couple of times while preparing for our trek. Try and do it in the heat of summer for the true PNG effect.

]]> 3355dd1203ff8e0166a200929b179777 peterh13 replied to the topic First Time, Shoes Shoes Shoes in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/first-time-shoes-shoes-shoes/#post-106589 Thu, 02 Aug 2012 19:08:32 +1000 There is so much info on this site as regards shoes. It seems to come up all the time.

]]> c0554e816264665cf0e768222ee1ae6d peterh13 replied to the topic Two Years. in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/two-years/#post-106039 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 20:08:07 +1000 Hi Waza. Sorry it s only taken me months to answer this. It was a local newspaper from up around Port MacQuarie. I found it when we were in Timber Town .

]]> 66c0fcdb27fa26ffbefb62fd2dac55e1 peterh13 replied to the topic Boots, Packs, And Items! in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/boots-packs-and-items/#post-105952 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 21:39:36 +1000 I agree with what Gail just said. Denalli is a cheaper brand and wont last you forever, but it will get you through Kokoda. If you want to keep hiking or trekking after youve finished Kokoda go for something a bit better in quality. I got a Deuter pack and have done a couple of major treks/hikes since Kokoda, it looks like its been through the…[Read more]

]]> ca3d31be931317a35416d478c7c212c3 peterh13 replied to the topic Which Tour Operator? in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/which-tour-operator/#post-105791 Wed, 07 Sep 2011 22:16:24 +1000 Hello Yvie.My wife and I trekked Kokoda with Gails company and found them to be excellent in every way. The best thing was that the guides and porters made you feel so relaxed and confident which is very important when you are in a jungle 100's of miles from home.

]]> fdc5e41daf18852b4b495c9a5a610d97 peterh13 replied to the topic First Time In April :) - Am I Fit Enough?/tips in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/first-time-in-april-am-i-fit-enoughtips/#post-105735 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 21:00:01 +1000 There must have been a problem with this post. I check this forum all the time and have only just noticed it.

]]> 73bef4f00f0a3586702ee218447ee46c peterh13 replied to the topic Dome Swag V Tent in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/dome-swag-v-tent/#post-105736 Fri, 26 Aug 2011 11:02:39 +1000 You dont need to spend a lot of money do you mate.

]]> f6c1ee80cd39d2a2aa7473ed2d6c71ee peterh13 replied to the topic Trek 748 - Trek Completed in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trek-748-trek-completed/page/2/#post-105524 Fri, 08 Jul 2011 23:56:22 +1000 Johnsford was our trek leader, he is a great man and a good freind.

]]> 9bfc7fd73d9ed961798c44250c2f5e3e peterh13 replied to the topic Resources For Schools/clinics in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/resources-for-schoolsclinics/#post-105459 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 06:23:34 +1000 Hi Dianne.We did exactly what you are proposing to do. A couple of other people on our trek left medical supplies at the hospital at Kokoda as well. Every day items such as panadol and bandaids etc etc. Its all gratefully recieved.We started at Kokoda which made it easier as we didnt have to lug all the stuff with us.

]]> b50ea237a3e6195b1bdad29ff0164e83 peterh13 replied to the topic Boots, Down To A Choice Between Two in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/boots-down-to-a-choice-between-two/#post-105455 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 20:43:25 +1000 Vibram soles are great, but I dont like any sought of stiffness in the sole at all. It just puts too much strain on my feet. They tend to have to work too hard with stiff soles. I did say my feet, yours may be ok with it, but mine arent.Hopefully what ever you choose will be well worn in by the time you go and the stiffness will disapear.Have fun…[Read more]

]]> 7c0079b57964c907f7b4fcd4bc5065e7 peterh13 replied to the topic Dome Swag V Tent in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/dome-swag-v-tent/#post-105327 Sat, 28 May 2011 17:16:21 +1000 How heavy are they? From the look of the one I googled they have a mattress and are made of canvas. Dont forget someone has to carry the thing.

]]> 235801b2ffc4f922a8c31e01d80c9bb7 peterh13 replied to the topic Next April in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/next-april/#post-105386 Wed, 18 May 2011 00:40:40 +1000 All the info you need is buried in this site somewhere. I cant think of any questions that havent ever been asked.If your carrying your own pack get a good one, if youve got a porter and wont use your pack again a cheaper one will do. Dont get your pack from the local camping store, see a pro, and if your carrying it yourself get it set up…[Read more]

]]> b11166d42d0bd9e14a289ec12faed07a peterh13 replied to the topic Boots, Packs, And Items! in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/boots-packs-and-items/#post-105323 Wed, 04 May 2011 09:07:16 +1000 You seem to be doing everything right. Make sure you wear your boots everywhere so they are completely broken in. Look after your feet with vaseline etc etc. Take some 2" duct tape for your feet as bandages and blister packs dont stay on when if your feet get wet and sweaty. Its all been said here before.Make sure youve got everything inside a…[Read more]

]]> 18b60791841174830aa22c60b33d09e3 peterh13 replied to the topic Novice Needs Advice in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/novice-needs-advice/#post-105333 Sat, 23 Apr 2011 14:52:34 +1000 Dont forget a small roll of duct tape

]]> 8fd1b8efbd39a6e4c74f6014c020f586 peterh13 replied to the topic Novice Needs Advice in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/novice-needs-advice/#post-105348 Sat, 23 Apr 2011 14:31:00 +1000 I must agree with what the others say. Your choice of pack is the same as mine and I found it very comfortable. I dont think you'll need a really expensive headlamp, youll only need it for eating and getting up at night or early morning, not for walking in the dark and a heavy waterproof jacket is just more weight to carry and not worth the…[Read more]

]]> a2388cd2b7327fbc542b926ee97a323b peterh13 replied to the topic Looking For A Trekking Partner 15.08 - 22.08.11 in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/looking-for-a-trekking-partner-1508-220811/#post-105308 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 20:51:23 +1000 Thats a great idea Gail. They are to be commended.

]]> e23ae842c9be0a80a69b61ea49b3b95b peterh13 replied to the topic Looking For A Trekking Partner 15.08 - 22.08.11 in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/looking-for-a-trekking-partner-1508-220811/#post-105295 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 09:02:16 +1000 Good luck. You will definately need a guide, there are places where its just too easy to get lost. And the maps are just about useless.

]]> 0082eeffe1123f0477893d48b1d20341 peterh13 replied to the topic Looking At Aug/sep 2011 in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/looking-at-augsep-2011/#post-105284 Sat, 05 Mar 2011 14:03:38 +1000 Hi Rachel.I was 53 when I did the track and carried my own pack just to see whether I still could. It was bloody hard work. I dont regret carrying it, but would not do so again. I'd give a porter a job next time.Peter.

]]> 20f1f2eefb393727445a5da9d59034f8 peterh13 replied to the topic Looking For Any Ideas in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/looking-for-any-ideas/#post-105214 Sat, 12 Feb 2011 22:29:25 +1000 Those sox are Fox River and are very good.I'll put some Milford pics on my facebook when I get back and give you the address.

]]> 9cace5e5bfd154eeb0cb7ae165e931e8 peterh13 replied to the topic Looking For Any Ideas in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/looking-for-any-ideas/#post-105212 Sat, 12 Feb 2011 13:09:24 +1000 I got my last lot of socks from Mountain Equipt, they were having a sale so I bought 5 pr. I just had a look at them and there is no brand name on them. I do know that they are American , but made from Australian merino wool, which I found rather odd.Funny enough we are off to Rays in about 30 minutes, they are having a 25% off sale this morning…[Read more]

]]> 406445f0739ef0e5134656736dde7f58 peterh13 replied to the topic Snakes And Comparison in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/snakes-and-comparison/#post-101835 Thu, 10 Feb 2011 11:05:13 +1000 We saw one snake on our trek, the boys chopped its head off.

]]> f98a81df27a298742010f126845dbd45 peterh13 replied to the topic Looking For Any Ideas in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/looking-for-any-ideas/#post-101832 Thu, 10 Feb 2011 01:02:44 +1000 I go to Rays Outdoors at Lidcombe (a suburb of Sydney), the people there are really good and know what they are talking about. I bought some Wigwam socks from Anaconda as well abd find them really good. They dont sell them anymore .

]]> 79e91b5b2f4c0412f1a05a3add29b63d peterh13 replied to the topic Snakes And Comparison in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/snakes-and-comparison/#post-105229 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 18:59:37 +1000 I dont know if there is any anti venom or not, but youd never get to it in time anyway. As regards maps, theres some good ones on google that have all the elevations.

]]> 972128ba4f15caf08901b2d496098514 peterh13 replied to the topic Looking For Any Ideas in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/looking-for-any-ideas/page/2/#post-105260 Sat, 05 Feb 2011 23:40:36 +1000 I whole heartedly agree with your water proof boot theory. My boots have drainage holes in the bottom and are'nt completely waterproof.

]]> 2d644a8ce8fe1f2d60d41d7c9bcce3c0 peterh13 replied to the topic Vibram Fivefinger Footwear? in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/vibram-fivefinger-footwear/#post-105240 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:53:53 +1000 One more thought Scacey would be stab injuries from the small sticks and tree roots that are sticking up out of the mud on the track. Some are very pointy and sharp. You could injure your ankles this way. Im not sure you could wear gaiters with these shoe/gloves.

]]> 0d97805fcdb5139f1539c52347b82fbc peterh13 replied to the topic Looking For Any Ideas in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/looking-for-any-ideas/page/2/#post-105269 Sun, 23 Jan 2011 08:59:28 +1000 I prefer military boots to hiking boots, they seem to be made stronger and just seem to do the job better. We are off to New Zealand next month to walk The Milford Sound Track and I'll be wearing GarmontT8 combat boots, I have found them to be outstanding in every way.http://www.kitbag.com.au/products/T8-Garmo…ombat-Boot.html

]]> db85a249dd6b57db7f2b9badd889af26 peterh13 replied to the topic An Ex Trekker Cameron Brown Lends A Hand In Brisbane in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/an-ex-trekker-cameron-brown-lends-a-hand-in-brisbane/#post-105267 Sat, 22 Jan 2011 19:18:24 +1000 What sought of aircraft is that??? at first it looked like a Black Hawk, but Im not quite sure.

]]> cac34b801436809875278fb067d68a81 peterh13 replied to the topic Vibram Fivefinger Footwear? in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/vibram-fivefinger-footwear/#post-105266 Sat, 22 Jan 2011 12:49:48 +1000 Ive seen runners wearing these on dirt tracks in the Blue Mountains around Sydeny, the only thing is I dont think they would stay on your feet when going through deep mud. I reckon youd lift your foot out then have to fish around for the shoe at the bottom of the swamp. Im thinking of the area near Goldie River.Like Gail I wear vibram soled "soft"…[Read more]

]]> 9f24380746986d388757eea4a626882a peterh13 replied to the topic Knees in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/knees/#post-105264 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 08:52:02 +1000 I think it was about 3 or 4 months before all the clicking came to an end. Im glad it did though, my wife refused to walk up stairs with me, it only happened on stairs.I also take a couple of fish oil tablets a day as well, Im not sure why, but it makes me popular with my neighbours cat.The ultra probably means nothing and is just an advertising…[Read more]

]]> 5dd36d1d3568886af296ab5302ed4488 peterh13 replied to the topic Knees in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/knees/#post-105257 Wed, 19 Jan 2011 21:25:44 +1000 I use Thompsons ultra glucosamine 15 plus. My knees used to make clicky noises going upstairs and people would turn and look at me (true story). Now I use these and my kness are fine. Ive been on them for years. I had no knee trouble on Kokoda at all.

]]> 62a12d6d2f7ba8bdb838b0615fe193bb peterh13 replied to the topic Happy New Year in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/happy-new-year/#post-105252 Fri, 14 Jan 2011 13:00:17 +1000 I'd like to wish all my forum friends happy new year as well.

]]> d19c1b803117ffcc9bfcf8b7761a4291 peterh13 replied to the topic Rubbish At Kokoda in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/rubbish-at-kokoda/#post-105222 Mon, 20 Dec 2010 00:37:47 +1000 I never sore any rubbish on the track at all.

]]> 6f4973ef7d4a965c8dbeac33232db518 peterh13 replied to the topic Vaccination And River Crossings in the forum Introduction https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/vaccination-and-river-crossings/#post-105270 Sun, 28 Nov 2010 21:23:05 +1000 I got all of the above except for the Japanese Encephalitis

]]> 3f4d7ae50d68cbd5d81ae70eab943a8b peterh13 replied to the topic Group Speed in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/group-speed/#post-105131 Sat, 27 Nov 2010 13:09:23 +1000 Hi Dianne.We did Kokoda 18 months ago and were spread out for miles along the track. Somedays we only saw the other trekkers when we all stopped for a cuppa or some lunch as they were so far in front of us.Everyone just cruised at their own speed.It was no big deal.Peter.

]]> b8ca3f9159bc690b3b926b5d97bbb193 peterh13 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-105174 Sun, 14 Nov 2010 10:22:01 +1000 I used a Deuter pack and found them to be excellent. I used a garbage bag rather than a dry sack. They work just as well. If you dont have high top boots then gaiters may be necessary, its a personnel choice really. I didnt use them though.

]]> 2ed7fec3535f54fadc7669b27e39197a peterh13 replied to the topic Hydration Packs in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/hydration-packs/#post-105154 Mon, 08 Nov 2010 00:34:58 +1000 Not all hydration units have their own back packs. The ones that go in, or on your pack are just a bladder with a tube.

]]> 1a78d313cf71de5f09efdf6a29b68208 peterh13 replied to the topic Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels Day Commemorated At Kokoda in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/fuzzy-wuzzy-angels-day-commemorated-at-kokoda/#post-105147 Sun, 07 Nov 2010 00:03:25 +1000 They had a small ceremony at the Kokoda Track Memorial at Rhodes, a suburb in Sydney.

]]> 862d0cd625ec0e786eba6b4f818bc126 peterh13 replied to the topic Hydration Packs in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/hydration-packs/#post-105140 Sat, 06 Nov 2010 15:30:56 +1000 Why not go to the local camping store and explain your requirements and get them to show you how its all works !!! Thats what I did.

]]> 22854ba4848d4f45f8a5ed102c7b8e88 peterh13 replied to the topic Hydration Packs in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/hydration-packs/#post-105139 Sat, 06 Nov 2010 15:27:36 +1000 I agree with saloo.My large pack that I carried myself is able to carry the hydro bladder either inside or outside the pack. I chose to carry it outside in case it burst or leaked so it wouldnt get all my gear wet. Most smaller packs Ive seen have the place on the inside to carry the bladder.You definately must have one though.

]]> 922fe01489f84bb7debd7ce0c152422a peterh13 replied to the topic Knees in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/knees/#post-105132 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 09:59:38 +1000 Hi fluppy, one word……….glucosamine. My knees werent great, but this stuff made all the difference, you cant hear my knee's when I walk now, they used to click.

]]> 04b20f0a857d53741d02cdc8b42cf650 peterh13 replied to the topic Im Back in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/im-back/#post-105118 Sat, 23 Oct 2010 13:16:28 +1000 thanks. Its been dreadful not being able to get on here and rant and rave, Ive missed it.

]]> 96eb3f6b642ef32336b5c0eb3003241c peterh13 replied to the topic Trekking Poles in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trekking-poles-4/#post-105110 Sat, 23 Oct 2010 02:13:09 +1000 I didnt use a stick or pole at all. But if I ever went againIi would definately take one with me.

]]> abcd8df849e0e6cce47ac83710abdf5c peterh13 replied to the topic Gateway Hotel in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/gateway-hotel-2/#post-104552 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:59:21 +1000 wasnt the upper pool area still available ????

]]> 6eb0d1eb456537efa69b305195113bee peterh13 replied to the topic Trek 630 - trek completed. in the forum News https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/trek-630-trek-completed/#post-96688 Thu, 24 Jun 2010 23:06:03 +1000 Hi Gail'Where is that plane located in the top pic.

]]> f86dc69a1eb5af0b8cf26274fe6b0cda peterh13 replied to the topic Food in the forum Trek Preparation https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/food-2/#post-104413 Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:58:16 +1000 I took a large supply of snickers bars. I love snickers. yum.

]]> 0b4e7e9ef0d5b11306b6dc2cda7995a1 peterh13 replied to the topic Bomana War Cemetery in the forum General Discussions https://kokodatrekkingaust.com.au/forums/topic/bomana-war-cemetery/#post-104408 Wed, 16 Jun 2010 21:50:15 +1000 When we were at Bomana it was very misty, it kinda suits the place.

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