Kokoda Testimonial http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php Tue, 05 Jun 2012 06:06:35 +0000 30 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/Pny2hldeqss/index.php Hi Gail my name is Lee Cubit,<br /><br />I have just returned from Kokoda after completing trek 492. It was the best thing I have done in my life and will recommend it to everyone I speak to about it , it has changed me and my attitude to other people and life itself, thankyou.<br /><br />Lee, <br />Trek 492<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/Pny2hldeqss" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Anthea Fri, 01 May 2009 22:42:59 +0000 1405 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1405 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/FTDSptU_gYI/index.php Today, I received an email from Brian which I thought I would share with you. I first met Brian early 2008 when he told me of his desire to walk the Kokoda Track for his 70th birthday. Brian has followed every posting on our website and taken it all on board during his preparation for his upcoming trek. Four weeks to go as I post this:<br /><br />---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------<br /><br />Hi Folks, Just a little over four weeks now before I leave for the Kokoda Trek the walk of my life two days into which I will be celebrating my 70th birthday what a great birthday present that will be.<br /> <br />A little over 12 months ago now I had a health scare after both the doctors looking after me assured me that all whilst not 100% all was well I just had to set myself a challenge one that amongst other things would encourage me to lose weight and whilst hard one I felt that with effort I could achieve. About that time I had just been talking to a good friend about Kokoda and the hardships that our troops must have experienced whilst fighting there this lead to me choosing the Kokoda Trek as my challenge.<br /> <br />I have since lost over 20kgs in weight and am much fitter now near 70 that I have been for years despite this, the gym work, bushwalking and other training I am not expecting it to be a picnic at all quite the opposite the challenge is certainly still very much there whilst confident that I will just with shear determination get to the end of the track there is always that chance that I wont if I do not I assure you that it will not be for the lack of trying.<br /> <br />There are those that I must give sincere thanks to who helped to make this all possible first my family and good friends all of whom have encouraged me all the way, those many Ex Kokoda Trekkers some of whom I have met, others I have walked with, even more whom I have met using email thanks to each of you your encouragement and advice has played a very important part in my challenge.<br /> <br />I must particularly thank Natalie Newell from the Logan West Newspaper, Thomas Pollume a previous PNG Consul, Gail Thomas from Kokoda Trekking and in particular Wallace Lemaki a Kokoda guide whom I met and walked Mt. Warning with during his brief stay in Queensland I am very please to say that Wallace will be my guide when I do the trek myself. <br /> <br />Unfortunately the age pension does not make allowances for those wanting to trek Kokoda, rightly so, I must really thank the following for without both their encouragement and support this challenge well may never have eventuated I thank each and everyone of you as your support has really assisted me in to make it all possible. John McDonald LifeStyle Health Clubs, Dominic Deligny Personal Trainer, Dick Smith Dick Smith Foods, Logan City Council (Cr Cherie Dalley) and Mervyn Beamish my brother I am so grateful to each of you you really do not know just how much your support has meant.<br /> <br />The person I owe most thanks to is my wife Maureen who has put up with me up early most mornings heading off either to the gym, Kangaroo Point cliffs or off bushwalking some where or other along with my tantrums when I could not get something, my old body parts, working right not to mention my aches and pains at times. I even took her away for a holiday where Maureen stayed near the camp site for 5 consecutive days whilst I walked Mt Warning 5 days in a row just to prove to myself that I could. Maureen is one in a million and I love her very much. I should add that Maureen not once has queried the expense of all the new gear appearing and the monies going out to achieve this challenge one that unfortunately this time she is unable to take part in herself. <br /> <br />Thanks again each and every one of you although I will not be able to handle one for each of you rest assured that when I reach Kokoda, and I will, I will certainly enjoy a beer or two for you soon after I arrive. I am actually extending my stay in Kokoda itself for 3 days and will have time to do just that. <br /> <br />Best Regards<br />Brian<br /> <br />PS: If I have missed you out please accept my apology as everyone's encouragement has been so important to me I have appreciated it ever so much.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/FTDSptU_gYI" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Sun, 24 Aug 2008 11:58:32 +0000 1202 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1202 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/xyxHhRuobn0/index.php So here's my take on how to prepare for walking The Kokoda Track. It's not gospel - but what worked for me and my mates. You must decide what works for you. Happy to share and happy for feedback on this to improve things.<br /><br /><b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->Kokoda Preparation Tips:<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b> Author: Dan Towler Version: 2.0<br /><br /><b><i>Preparing You!</i></b><br /><br /><b>1. Train hard - physically + mentally. If you can’t keep up, the head guide will evacuate you by chopper/plane at your own expense – and this does happen to those who under-prepare. Apart from the physical challenge, there’s very little danger on the track. The locals take great care to protect Aussies and their trekking industry. So, training tips would include:</b><ul><li>Steps, steps & steps. Try the fire-stairs in a 10-story+ high-rise. Do this for three hours and you get a taste of what it will be like six to eight hours per day on the track. Yes – really! </li><li>Published bushwalks in Australia tend to be well graded and gradual accents/descents (nothing like the Kokoda Track) - so they’re not great preparation. Find a rough, very steep dirt mountain track that’s not meant for public traffic and would make a mountain-goat think twice about climbing. That’s the one to train on – walking up to six hours on that track.</li><li>Overload your pack-weight (by 50% of expect track weight) in training. This will offset the strength-sapping impact of PNG’s humidity. You’ll be glad you did.</li><li>Lots of cardio work</li><li>Lots of strength-building of core muscles (to protect the lower back)</li><li>Strength-building thighs for climbing & upper body for carrying a pack</li><li>Consider knees and ankles. These will get hammered all day every day. Glucosamine works wonders for some. Take daily for months prior to see a result.</li></ul><b>2. Never do on the track what’s not been tested by you (for months) in training. Can’t stress this highly enough. That is, if you haven’t tried it during months of advanced training, don’t circum to last minute “bright ideas” (from yourself or others) on the track. Unless proven Ok for you many times in training, for example:</b><ul><li>Don’t wrap your feet or toes in sports tape</li><li>Don’t buy new boots just before going on the track</li><li>Don’t wear new clothes</li></ul><b>3. One exception to the above is on-time medication. Yes, you probably won’t be taking malaria tablets during your months of training, but they must be taken at the right time per medical advice – before, during and after the track. We’ve seen complacency resulting in a nasty bout of malaria in one Aussie school boy.<br /><br />4. You can expect the soles of your feet to become numb from the constant foot slogging. This typically lasts for months after the trek is over.</b><br /> <br /><b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro--><i>Preparing Your Gear:</i><!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br /><b>1.Your pack must be absolutely 18Kg or preferably less including water:</b><ul><li>An optional personal porter will carry your pack (up to 18Kg). You’ll need a day-pack for water etc for yourself.</li><li>Food porters will carry your food. These guys (and food) are included in the price.</li></ul><b>2. Take well worn-in hiking boots – a must! Hiking boots will typically have a metal spine through the sole. This protects the foot from rock injuries.<br /><br />3. Gaiters / over-boots – helps stop rocks and some water entering your boots. But expect your feet to get wet – no matter what you do.<br /><br />4. At least one Quality hydro-pack</b><ul><li>Some take el-cheap-o hydro-packs. They’re in trouble when they leak!</li><li>Two hydro-packs suggested – both 2 or 3ltrs – see reason below.</li><li>Fill just one and use. When nearing empty, fill the second and insert puritabs. Must wait 30mins before drinking. Once purified, switch to full water pack. This way, you’re rarely without of water - waiting 30mins for the puritabs to work.</li><li>Extra hydro-pack also useful for long stretches between water refills. More of an issue in the dry months.</li></ul><b>5. 6x good hiking socks:</b><ul><li>Super-fleece hiking socks from BCF or camping stores are excellent. </li><li>Never wear cotton socks – like gym socks. They’ll trap water/moisture and your feet will rot.</li><li>Some wear two pairs of socks at once. Trial in training what’s best for you.</li></ul><b>6. heavy duty plastic poncho</b><ul><li>light & handy.</li><li>Can throw on over pack and self at moments notice – don’t need to stop</li><li>Also allows excellent ventilation</li></ul><b>7. First-aid kit. Suggested inclusions:</b><ul><li>1 or 2 packs of Scholl’s blister covers. These things are awesome – like a second skin.</li><li>Puritabs – to clean water. Never take a chance. Getting the quirts id bad news.</li><li>gastro-stop tablets – just in case you do cop it.</li><li>nurofen-plus (stops pain and reduces inflammation)</li><li>quality Sports tape. Good for repairs to body and equipment, and strapping!</li><li>Small tub of Vasoline – to smear on soles, heels & between toes before putting socks on each morning. Also repels water from skin and is an anti-fungal – reducing foot rot. Try it in training to see if it works for you.</li><li>Iodine to put on cuts and abrasions</li><li>Medi-swabs for cleaning wounds</li><li>Dressings, bandaids, bandages to suite</li><li>Antibiotics – just in case</li><li>Malaria tablets. </li><li>Splinter remover</li><li>Spare pair of boot laces</li><li>Insect repellent – “Bushman’s+” includes sunscreen. Don’t use on the face – it burns like hell. Being 80% DEET, I call it Chernobyl-juice!</li><li>Sunscreen for face and neck.</li><li>Vaccination records</li></ul><b>8. Trim toe nails or lose them!</b><ul><li>Seriously – the constant downhill impacting is very tough on the toes. Failing to trim toe-nails will cause pain during the trek and eventual loss of the nails.</li></ul><b>9. Electrolytes: Gatorade or alike</b><ul><li>With the humidity and work rate, you could drink around 12ltrs per day without trouble. But water alone is not enough because of the body-salt loss.</li><li>Gatorade or alike provides a noticeable boost – even if only used when feeling flat. </li><li>Maybe even some extra salt in the first aid kit could be useful. Your body will crave it like mad.</li></ul><b>10. “Bushmans+” – sun-block + anti-mozzie<br /><br />11. Hiking stick</b> <ul><li>A mud cap on the point is a must – else the point spears deeply into soft mud under load when climbing. This is frustrating when you’re really needing your arms to provide extra lift.</li><li>A hiking stick with a spring shock-absorber is recommended by some to lessen downhill impacts</li></ul><b>12. Digital camera with flash + rain-proof pouch</b><ul><li>A camera that also takes videos is a bonus. So many things are better captured with movement and sound</li><li>I use a simple Sony Digital camera (that also does videos) with a 2Gb card</li><li>This camera used only one set of AA batteries the whole trek – but I’d take a spare set too. Disposable Lithium batteries are what I use.</li></ul><b>13. LED Head-lamp</b><ul><li>Almost every morning starts pre-dawn and maybe some notes into your diary each night, so having an LED head lamp keeps your hands free to pack-up/write and is very economical on batteries. One set in the shute is plenty.</li></ul><b>14. Sleeping Bag</b><ul><li>Apparently it can get quite cold in the upper regions of the Owen Stanley ranges, so a warm (and light) sleeping bag is recommended.</li><li>Having said this, most slept on top of the bag because it was quite warm.</li></ul><b>15. Tent</b><ul><li>Use a wedge-shaped tent – not a dome tent.</li><li>Must have fly-screens to keep mozzies out</li><li>Blackwolf Mantis 2p tent is what I use and is a good example</li></ul><b>16. Sleeping mat</b><ul><li>Self-inflating. </li><li>Make sure it’s 1kg or less. Some of these mats can be huge and heavy.</li><li>Kathmandu has Half-price Sales several times a year and their own-brand self-inflating mattress is very light and comfortable.</li><li>Take a pillow slip to stuff clothes into – to use as a pillow</li></ul><b>17. Clothes</b><ul><li>Taking too many clothes is a common mistake causing unnecessary pack weight.</li><li>A Day set of clothes for hiking. You should expect to use the same set of (what will become) filthy, stinking, cold & wet day clothes for hiking. You can wash these each night in a creek as you bathe, but they never dry in time for the pre-dawn kick-off the next day. So you’ll be climbing into cold wet clothes each morning – a good wake-up call! Remember – if you do err in judgement and put on your clean-dry clothes, they too we be dripping wet within 15min of the day’s hiking – so don’t. Keep your fresh & dry clothes for relaxing and sleeping in each night.</li><li>The night set. The clean, dry set to climb into after a creek bath, dinner and into bed to enter an exhaustion-induced coma for a few hours.</li><li>Consider using Lycra pants under your shorts instead of jocks etc. They reduce chaffing and support the thigh muscles – reducing muscle fatigue. </li><li>Some take track-pants to sleep in.</li><li>Some take sandals to do creek crossing in – to avoid getting their boots wet. These are also useful to wear around camp of evening when your boots are wet.</li><li>Some take rain coats in addition to a poncho. Personal choice.</li><li>Some take knee-high gaiters (instead of over-boots), but the heat typically ensures these come off pretty quickly.</li></ul><b>18. Odds & Sods</b><ul><li>Toilet paper in a resealable plastic zip-lock bag. Wet loo paper isn’t fun!</li><li>Container to eat from – like a bowl.</li><li>Tools to eat with. A spoon is enough really.</li></ul><br /><b>Author Dan Towler seen here with Russell Eroro</b><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/xyxHhRuobn0" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Sun, 24 Aug 2008 03:22:02 +0000 1201 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1201 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/jFtfSL7Bx38/index.php <b>Sadly on the 14th June, 2006 one of our trekkers Ian Bergman collapsed and passed away leaving us all with a feeling we could not express. How could this happen to such a young man. Our boys who were with Ian and his friends still grieve to this day. Our KTL boys still stop at the spot where he died to put flowers they cut and carry to the site, such is the respect we have for Ian and his family.</b><br /><br />In January this year I met with Ian's mother Jan and her husband at my parents home in Shepparton Victoria. Jan wanted me to erect a small plaque she had made in his memory. The minute we met I felt a real bond between us as I too had lost my brother to a brain tumour and my parents and myself knew the pain they were feeling when they entered our family home.<br /><br />I carried the plaque back to PNG and asked some of our staff to walk up from Owers' Corner and erect it in Ian's honour. This was done and Jan, her husband and his mates were overjoyed. The main reason for posting this here is to show you our trekkers how we honestly care for each and everyone of you. Not just whilst you are on the track but even when you go back home many of you still email us and have contact with our porters and guides.<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/jFtfSL7Bx38" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Sun, 17 Aug 2008 07:36:07 +0000 1159 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1159 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/hlDgKg6a288/index.php Hi Guys,<br /><br />We didn't think in our wildest dreams that this would happen but love bloomed after our trek in May 2006 . Hayden & I tied the knot in February this year. We figure that if you can put up & survive with someone in the conditions, mud, slime & general exhaustion of the trail then spending the rest of your lives together should be a piece of cake.<br /><br />Who would have thought.....<br /><br />We don't recommend that you start up a trek on Kokoda as a lonely hearts club Gail based on our experience . You'd probably go broke pretty quickly.<br /><br />Cheers,<br />Soph<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/hlDgKg6a288" height="1" width="1"/> SophieCapodanno Boss Meri Sat, 16 Aug 2008 07:03:51 +0000 1150 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1150 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/1N2_Q2uR9O0/index.php This topic has been set us to encourage feedback from family and friends of trekkers who have returned home with fond memories of their trek. As you know, we offer live updates whilst your loved ones are out on the track walking with us. If you enjoyed following their progress, please let us know by posting here.<br /><br />This topic is also for other trekkers who have never walked with us but who are regulars on our forum. Do you find the forum useful and informative? Did it help to prepare you for your own trek?<br /><br />Is there any other topics you would like us to create and so on. <img src="http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)" border="0" alt="smile.gif" /> Thank you in advance<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<br />Someone asked me last night what my pen name stands for. The answer: in pidgin Meri translates to 'woman' which makes me the 'Boss Woman'. Russell, my business partner is the 'Boss Man'<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/1N2_Q2uR9O0" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Fri, 08 Aug 2008 02:41:37 +0000 1138 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1138 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/nIstQuwSgxI/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->Travelling to PNG in April 07 with my family to do the trek was a nerve wrecking experience, as I had both my children with me (18 & 22) and after hearing mostly horror stories I was anxious.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />Well little did I know that all my worries were for nothing, not only did we have a fantastic time with no mishaps or problems, I have travelled back twice to holiday in Kokoda since then and am doing the trek again in two weeks time.<br /><br />Gail at Kokoda trekking is very organised and experienced and does a great job of making sure you are looked after properly.<br /><br />All of the guides and porters are selfless and only have your safety in mind at all times. They definitely get you through and make your time special whilst doing so.<br /><br />A lot of their families are like family to us now and I really enjoy going back to see everyone.<br /><br />I can't recommend Kokoda Trekking highly enough and want to thank everyone involved for a fantastic job they do and for welcoming my family into theirs.<br /><br />Fondest Regards<br /><br />Tracy Tobin<br />Trek 296<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/nIstQuwSgxI" height="1" width="1"/> Guest_Tracy Tobin_* Guest_Tracy Tobin_* Thu, 07 Aug 2008 23:28:43 +0000 1136 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1136 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/Gly6MU8n17A/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have trekked with Kokoda Trekking and just loved being out in the jungle away from mobile phones; driving on the freeway; the fast pace of Australia, please post here so that other potential trekkers can read your comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br />Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/Gly6MU8n17A" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri callbac Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:27:24 +0000 1135 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1135 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/89nX7z1q5AI/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have trekked with Kokoda Trekking and found it was a '<i>Life Changing Experience</i>' please post here so that other potential trekkers can read your comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />I have created this area as I have lost count how many trekkers have written to me commenting on how walking the Kokoda Track has changed their lives. I am sure others would like to read about what walking Kokoda meant to you!<br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/89nX7z1q5AI" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:25:48 +0000 1134 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1134 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/YMG5OcXMJW8/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have trekked with Kokoda Trekking to get away from Australia on a holiday please post here so that other potential trekkers can read your comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />Was it a great holiday destination? How did you enjoy your stay in Papua New Guinea and your walk on the Kokoda Track?<br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br />Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/YMG5OcXMJW8" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:20:29 +0000 1133 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1133 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/BvMDKLavJxA/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have trekked with Kokoda Trekking and discovered '<i>PNG Culture'</i> please post here so that other potential trekkers can read your comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br />Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/BvMDKLavJxA" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:18:45 +0000 1132 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1132 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/BSCV2HmHF7c/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you came to Papua New Guinea to discover a <i>'Different Culture / Environment</i>, please post here so that other potential trekkers can read your comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":rolleyes:" border="0" alt="rolleyes.gif" /> Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/BSCV2HmHF7c" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:13:16 +0000 1131 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1131 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/X3Sx0iMlA_w/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have trekked with Kokoda Trekking for your own <i>'Personal Development' </i>please post here so that other potential trekkers can read your comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)" border="0" alt="smile.gif" /> Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br />Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/X3Sx0iMlA_w" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:10:06 +0000 1130 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1130 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/hc4MwjhLQ9s/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you came to walk the Kokoda Track for your own <i>'Physical Challenge'</i>, please post here as it would be very much appreciated so that other potential trekkers can read your honest comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)" border="0" alt="smile.gif" /> Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/hc4MwjhLQ9s" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:04:14 +0000 1129 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1129 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/e4alnz7sYPU/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->We would also like to hear from trekkers who have walked in the footsteps of their relatives who fought in PNG during WWII. <!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />Would appreciate your feedback so that other potential clients can read what you have to say.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":rolleyes:" border="0" alt="rolleyes.gif" /> Thank you in advance<br /><br />kind regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br /><br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/e4alnz7sYPU" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Thu, 07 Aug 2008 15:00:15 +0000 1128 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1128 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/r1fE19-bdg4/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have previously competed in our Kokoda Challenge Race, please post your comments here so that other potential competitors can read what you have to say.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Thank you for taking the time to post your comments.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/r1fE19-bdg4" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:49:22 +0000 1126 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1126 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/arxl4A1kl1U/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have trekked with Kokoda Trekking and you fit into this age category, please post here as it would be very much appreciated so that other potential trekkers can read your honest comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":rolleyes:" border="0" alt="rolleyes.gif" /> Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/arxl4A1kl1U" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Gail Thomas Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:34:33 +0000 1125 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1125 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/M5aMYQMLALE/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have trekked with Kokoda Trekking and you fit into this age category, please post here as it would be very much appreciated so that other potential trekkers can read your honest comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button. At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL). <img src="http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)" border="0" alt="smile.gif" /> Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<br />Someone asked me last night what my pen name stands for. The answer: in pidgin Meri translates to 'woman' which makes me the 'Boss Woman'. Russell, my business partner is the 'Boss Man'<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/M5aMYQMLALE" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Saloo8 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:33:36 +0000 1124 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1124 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/2yvDDSrwi9g/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have trekked with Kokoda Trekking and you fit into this age category, please post here as it would be very much appreciated so that other potential trekkers can read your honest comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":D" border="0" alt="biggrin.gif" /> Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/2yvDDSrwi9g" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:32:38 +0000 1123 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1123 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/c1noLLJSwsE/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have trekked with Kokoda Trekking and you fit into this age category, please post here as it would be very much appreciated so that other potential trekkers can read your honest comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button. At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL). <img src="http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":rolleyes:" border="0" alt="rolleyes.gif" /> Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<br />Someone asked me last night what my pen name stands for. The answer: in pidgin Meri translates to 'woman' which makes me the 'Boss Woman'. Russell, my business partner is the 'Boss Man'<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/c1noLLJSwsE" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Saloo8 Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:31:41 +0000 1122 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1122 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/4vSCT7lGXjk/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have trekked with Kokoda Trekking and you fit into this age category, please post here as it would be very much appreciated so that other potential trekkers can read your honest comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/style_emoticons/default/smile.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":)" border="0" alt="smile.gif" /> Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<br /><br />Gail Thomas (Boss Meri)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/4vSCT7lGXjk" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:30:52 +0000 1121 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1121 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~3/IUV5MW4f4Ck/index.php <b><!--coloro:darkred--><span style="color:darkred"><!--/coloro-->If you have trekked with Kokoda Trekking and you fit into this age category, please post here as it would be very much appreciated so that other potential trekkers can read your honest comments.<!--colorc--></span><!--/colorc--></b><br /><br />To post, you first have to register. Once you have completed your registration you can log in and post your comments by clicking on the 'Add Reply' button; type your testimonial and then click the 'Add Reply' button.<br /><br />At this point, your message will be uploaded onto our website.<br /><br />Wherever, possible please state your trek number and date that you walked with Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL).<br /><br /> <img src="http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/style_emoticons/default/rolleyes.gif" style="vertical-align:middle" emoid=":rolleyes:" border="0" alt="rolleyes.gif" /> Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback.<br /><br />Kind Regards<br />Kokoda Trekking Ltd (KTL)<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/KokodaTestimonial/~4/IUV5MW4f4Ck" height="1" width="1"/> Boss Meri Boss Meri Thu, 07 Aug 2008 14:27:37 +0000 1120 http://www.kokodatrail.com.au/forums/index.php?showtopic=1120