Such a great outcome Laurence, we were ecstatic.

So happy to share it - the Kimberley truly is something else!

That’s incredible, 21 years is a lifetime out there! Thanks for watching and the kind words. I think I remembering meeting you, one day when you were out to gather iron bark for Val, and we joked about wishing she preferred a different (softer) wood for her cooking and heating!

Yes she liked the good wood. Old Valerie Lhuede isn't with us any longer. Passed away on 27th September 2024, 101 years old. She is a landmark in this district and sadly missed. I live in North Queensland these days and just camping back in Yerranderie now. So many memories here.

Good question. I think it was a combo of the pressure bandage, sitting still and upright and perhaps a trauma response.

Alas, this was no hike, no trail, no name, nothing. All offtrack exploration and our own navigation and loads of planning, from years of similar trips and experience.

A greater truth was never spoken.

Hmmm, scratching my head here. I think it was late March. Watch it through as I’m pretty sure I mention it (or have a title graphic) to let folk know. Hope you enjoy it.

It’s still here for you

So true. In so many ways.

Thanks so much - really appreciate it. I truly believe story is #1, everything else from there.

Too funny. Warning of the dangers of credit! 🤪

Yes, these places exist and I’m glad they’re so hard to get to. Ha! Rachael is a legend in many ways (and that Tom bloke too), though I’m pretty sure she’s a “Bushwalker” 😂😂😂 (and epic canyoner).

The bliss of being disconnected! We did have a PLB and some smart waterproofing though! lotsafreshair.com/how-to-waterproof-a-backpack/

My pleasure! Glad you liked it.

Great to hear from you. I hope you find helpful vids.

Loads! Each campsite has USB charging station. Just bring a cable.

You are so welcome

@@LotsaFreshAir This really help me and my classmates do the work that we needed to do. so thank you so much

It’s truly beautiful- given the promotion it’s getting I’d recommend shoulder season outside school holidays 😉

Yeah, it's a tricky one to get in and out of, but with a bit of forward planning is a goodie.

@@SadmanStudios Ah, he is the master. I should’ve tried to throw in some Kevin McLeod bingo words!!

Ha, ha. So true.

Hoping to relocate very soon - planning a possum box out the back.

It’s a big hill!

i've been looking at buying it, how did it go for you?

Let me know how you go, I’m keen to hear how it compares to the older model.

@@Matt_Iss_Alive I didn't get to use it until Boxing Day! Two friends and I went up the Rangitata/Havelock River hunting. The very first time I put it up, was in the dark! Fortunately, I had watched some video's on how to do it. Even this 71-year-old managed to put it up in the dark just with a head torch. It did everything it should, and it did it well. So, all in all, I am happy with it. I packed the tent and poles separate! The poles went down the side of my backpack and the tent now shorter, went into the pack.

@@Matt_Iss_Alive I didn't get to use it until Boxing Day! Two friends and I went up the Rangitata/Havelock River hunting. The very first time I put it up, was in the dark! Fortunately, I had watched some video's on how to do it. Even this 71-year-old managed to put it up in the dark just with a head torch. It did everything it should, and it did it well. So, all in all, I am happy with it. I packed the tent and poles separate! The poles went down the side of my backpack and the tent now shorter, went into the pack.

Great tip for condensing onto one page. What how many cm is each grid square when you shrink it this way? I’m guessing everything is pretty squished depending not the detail in the terrain (ie. close contours)?

@@LotsaFreshAir same size as on prited maps, 420 x 297mm A3, 1:1 printing

Nice other option. Cheers for sharing.

Thanks! It would depend on the season and forecast. On this trip I did take a pair of cold weather gloves. If I'm walking off track in to the scrub, I also take leather scrub gloves, which can double as cold weather gloves.

@@LotsaFreshAir I always like to know what close people use. I’ve had frostbite on my fingertips and it’s a struggle to keep my hands warm.

No worries! Happy to help.

Naw, bless. Thanks for your kind words. In my wildest dreams, to even sit around a campfire (just without the bash/burn/bury vibe of her day) with Dot would be a dream come true.

Great to know. Thanks for sharing!

It's been a while since I made some training videos for the Scouts intranet - they may still be sitting in there?? But nothing recently.

Pleasure!

Glad you liked it. It's always a question of how much info to put in to videos so that the most people, get the most out of it. Magnetic/True (and even Grid) discussions can confuse folk who aren't at that level. I just wanted to make this a general vid and keep it simple. ;)

You're welcome!

Heh, thanks for your comment. You wouldn't have been the first to get into a rant about that here... thanks for taking the time to watch the video and understand the intention.

Yes and yes. There's loads of info in my other vids for the trail that cover stuff like this and also on the official GPT PV site. Check out my ultimate guide: lotsafreshair.com/grampians-peaks-trail/ - HAVE A GREAT TIME.

Thanks - that would've been a great trip with the cozy Jindy nights.

So true...

Well said!

So glad you liked it.

Great spot up there. So true. Those gorges and valleys, like around Chaelundi, etc are epic. Respect indeed for his past.

Ech. That's one of the things I like most about the Grayl - no taste!

There's a bunch of different guiding companies who run Overland trips. You can walk it independently by booking with TasParks or check out Australian Walking Holidays or Trek Tours are two of the best.

Ahh, not too much of a hot take leon - but I find it a tricky and complex issue. There are many places that have had massive visitation since their location has been shared on social media - environments that can't handle the foot traffic, waste, parking, etc. Some of them are home to fragile habitats (that get trampled) and the visitors can unwittingly bring in invasive species on their shoes.

The first day is one of the hardest, not only for the altitude gain, but also for the weight of all your food in your pack! Tents must use the wood platforms and they provide chains that attach to your tent to pull them tight.