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Brigade Hill Speech – Dane Chambers

In additional to Craig Moore, Dane Chambers also delivered a special, emotive speech at Brigade Hill on our recent Soc Kienzle-led trek along the Kokoda Track… Courage, endurance, mateship and sacrifice are not qualities that we typically associate with someone 18 years of age, however these are the qualities that embody the brave men who fought in the Kokoda campaign. As...
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Managing Expectations

Whilst not a traditional travel related blog topic, managing expectations is as relevant to the Kokoda Track as it is Everest Base Camp, as it is our new Nelson (NZ) trek and cycle adventure, as it is when we sit down at our desks to begin a new day. As General Manager at Getaway Trekking (GT),...
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Brigade Hill Speech – Craig Moore

On the Soc Kienzle-led trek along the Kokoda Track (14 August, 2016), Craig Moore, delivered a unique and emotional service to the group at Brigade Hill that he’d written himself prior to departing Australia… Good Morning Everyone, I would like to read to you a short story I wrote about the relationship between the Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels...
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Trekking Equipment: Hire or Buy?

Trekking equipment is designed to keep you comfortable and protected while you are doing what you love to do the most. If you are planning on going trekking in the near future, it is important to make sure that you have all of the equipment you need for your excursion. If you are not sure...
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PNG: Your Next Challenge

This article was first published on http://www.kokodachallengeevents.com/ In a world of abundance, excess, demands and deadlines, many of us might find ourselves looking for an escape from the stresses of day to day life. Running away to the jungle might seem a little extreme, but it sure is one way to decompress. This is a story...
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10 Reasons Why People Like To Trek

For many people, trekking around the world provides a number of exciting benefits. When you go on a trek, you leave your usual home life far behind as you experience some truly extraordinary events and activities. Although there are many good reasons to go on a trek, we’ve narrowed our list down to the top...
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Health Benefits of Trekking

The health benefits of trekking are a significant and major reason why it is such a popular activity. Trekking is an enjoyable pastime, but as previously stated, it also has many great health benefits. Exercise can seem like a tedious task, and most people hate going to the gym. With trekking, you can enjoy getting...
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Female Trekking Adventures

Girls trekking adventures give women a special experience of the outdoors and their own abilities. If you yearn for new experiences and a safe way to travel and push your limits, an all-female travel experience offers an excellent way to achieve your dreams. With a like-minded group of women, you can stretch your comfort zone...
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Why Guided Trekking Holidays are a good option

When preparing to embark on a trekking adventure, you have the option to schedule it yourself or go to a travel agency to sign up for a guided trekking holiday package. If this is your very first time planning a trekking trip, the latter choice is probably more preferable. Without the right preparation and guidance,...
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