Podcasts about Bibbulmun Track

I first fell in love with long distance hiking in about 2014 and surprisingly it had nothing to do with the movie ‘Wild' that was released in the same year. The more I investigated the concept of long-distance hiking, the more I liked the idea of doing one of the well-known USA Triple Crown trails. The US Triple Crown is a goal that many long distance hikers set themselves and consists of the Appalachian Trail Continental Divide Trail, and the Pacific Crest Trail You may be surprised to know that Australia has its own Triple Crown trails, even if they aren't as well known, or for that matter an official thing. In this podcast episode we talk with hiker Kevin Moss to find out all about his experience in completing the Australian Alps walking Track, the Bibbulmun Track, and the Heyson Trail  in a single Calendar year. www.australianhiker.com.au Australian Hiker can also be found on our various social media platforms Australian Hiker Facebook Australian Hiker Instagram Australian Hiker Twitter Australian Hiker Threads Australian Hiker Youtube

hile hiking the Bibbulmun Track, Andrew Lane sustained a serious burn to his hand, which is a timely reminder of how important it is to treat burn injuries with caution, especially when camping over the Easter weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2018 Tim hiked the Bibbulmun Track as a solo male hiker, but what's it like hiking the Bibbulmun as a solo female hiker? In this episode Gill takes control of the microphone and asks Trudie all about her experience on-trail, along with the reasons for undertaking this trip, and what she came away with from this long distance hiking experience. www.australianhiker.com.au   Australian Hiker can also be found on our various social media platforms Australian Hiker Facebook Australian Hiker Instagram Australian Hiker Twitter Australian Hiker Threads Australian Hiker Youtube  

Trudie Marie takes us on an inspiring journey of healing and self-discovery after facing the challenges of complex PTS(D). Amid the pressures of a demanding law enforcement career and personal struggles, she courageously decided to embark on a transformative 64-day solo hike along the stunning Bibbulmun Track in Western Australia. This life-changing adventure allowed her to confront her past traumas, discover inner peace, and rebuild self-trust.In her story, Trudie underscores the power of nature as a restorative force for mental health recovery and stresses the importance of taking bold steps in overcoming adversity. Her podcast resonates with listeners, reminding them that it's possible to find hope and healing through life's challenges.Key Takeaways:Trudie Marie reveals her transformative journey of solo hiking the Bibbulmun Track as a powerful method for healing from complex post-traumatic stress.The podcast emphasizes the importance of courageous actions in reclaiming mental health and fostering self-trust.Trudie advocates embracing discomfort and facing fears as pathways to profound personal development.She illustrates how nature can be a profound backdrop for healing and self-discovery.The conversation highlights the critical role of community support in navigating challenging times and illuminates the damaging effects of bullying.Trudie's journey showcases how setting clear intentions and committing to them can lead to unexpected, life-altering transformations.Trudie is a former police officer who, after being medically retired due to PTSD, has dedicated her life to supporting fellow first responders. A mother of two married to an American husband, she calls a small farming community four hours north of Perth home, where she enjoys life with her two fur babies. Passionate about helping others transition from frontline service to freedom, Trudie uses her experience and understanding to guide first responders toward healing and fulfilling life beyond the uniform. Find her at www.TrudieMarie.com.auResources: To listen in on more conversations about pivotal moments that changed lives forever, subscribe to "The Life Shift" on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, please take a moment to rate the show 5 stars and leave a review! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Access ad-free episodes released two days early and bonus episodes with past guests through Patreon.https://patreon.com/thelifeshiftpodcastConnect with me:Instagram: www.instagram.com/thelifeshiftpodcastFacebook: www.facebook.com/thelifeshiftpodcastYouTube: https://bit.ly/thelifeshift_youtubeTwitter: www.twitter.com/thelifeshiftpodLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/thelifeshiftpodcastWebsite: www.thelifeshiftpodcast.comThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

In this episode, Gabe Alves reflects on his progress as he tackles the final stretch of preparation for the Delirious West 200-miler. Fresh off a 10-day holiday at Cone Beach, Gabe recounts running daily on the Bibbulmun Track, using the opportunity to explore key sections of the racecourse and build mental clarity for race day. Gabe shares how he's embracing barefoot running in training to strengthen his feet, integrating hikes to prepare for the event's unique demands, and making strategic dietary changes, including a return to a keto-based diet to manage inflammation and boost endurance. With new gear tests and an emphasis on maintaining pace and health, Gabe's approach is practical, insightful, and inspiring. Key Highlights: •Daily runs on the Bibbulmun Track during a holiday at Cone Beach to familiarize himself with key race sections. •Incorporating barefoot running into his training for stronger feet and better recovery. •Plans to tackle a 50K training run on the Yaburu course, filmed for community inspiration. •Returning to a keto diet to reduce inflammation and support endurance goals. •Insights into the mental and logistical challenges of ultrarunning, including night running and gear prep. Connect with Us: Subscribe to follow Gabe's journey and hear more stories from Delirious athletes. Have tips for fueling on keto or tackling multi-day events? Share them with us – we'd love to hear your thoughts! Check out the Delirious WEST event - https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Event Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387 https://fitmindfitbody.co/podcast/

Donovan chats to Kevin Moss aka Goin Feral about the Australian Triple Crown, the Australian Alps Walking Trail (AAWT), Heysen Trail and Bibbulmun Track. Kevin completed all three trails in 2024, and discusses what makes them different, his experiences on all three, and how they compare.

In this episode of FitMIND FitBODY, we're excited to talk with Shaun Kaesler, the founder and organiser of the Delirious W.E.S.T. 100 and 200-mile race. Shaun takes us behind the scenes of this iconic ultra event, sharing the incredible story of how it all began and what makes it so special. From the stunning and diverse landscapes of the Bibbulmun Track to the unique challenges that come with organising such an event, Shaun's passion shines through. He explains why the Delirious W.E.S.T. is more than just a race—it's an adventure that pushes participants to their limits, both physically and mentally. With awe-inspiring stories of the runners, the spectacular wildlife, and the amazing community that has formed around the event, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about ultra running or looking to be inspired by an event that changes lives. Check out the Delirious WEST event - https://deliriouswest200miler.com.au/ Event Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1428304207182387 Learn more about Shaun's individual podcast episodes - https://fitmindfitbody.co/episode-170-have-you-always-wanted-to-run-an-ultra-trail-event-what-are-you-waiting-for/ A couple of BIG favours: 1) please like and review this podcast so more people will discover it :) 2) come on the podcast and talk about your running journey and/or refer someone you'd love me to interview (whether you know them or not :) )  Lets not keep the power of running a secret any more!  Hit me up on Facebook/Instagram (FitMIND FitBODY) or send me an email - Michelle @ FitMINDFitBODY .co  Don't miss an episode of the FitMind FitBODY Podcast. Sign up to our email list and get notified when new episodes are released. https://fitmindfitbody.co/podcast/

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, we are joined by Cam Bostock. With more than 600K Followers, Cam is a bonafide Instagram hiking celebrity. Cam teaches us all about his home, the great country of Australia, including his adventures on the Bibbulmun Track and Munda Biddi Trail, in addition to how often someone needs to fistfight a kangaroo, the frequency of deadly snake encounters, and other stereotypically dumb American questions. We also learn all about Cam's PCT trek, including all that goes into creating a polished Instagram Reel for every day of his hike, his favorite moments from the trail, and the biggest cultural differences between hiking in the US and Australia. We wrap the show with an overview of our time at PCT Trail Days, hint: we were dangerously close to Thunder Island Brewing, if Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays are odd or even, and the triple crown of meat. 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[divider] Interview with Cam Bostock Cam's Instagram Cam's Youtube Time stamps & Questions 00:02:30 - PCT Days Recap 00:24:40 - Reminders: Join us in Brooklyn on September 16 and support us on Patreon for bonus content! 00:28:00 - Introducing Cam 00:30:43 - Do you have a trail name? 00:31:45 - What was your intro into long distance backpacking? 00:32:23 - What are the basics of the Bibbulmun Track? 00:34:00 - Discussion about Australian wildlife 00:40:04 - What's the ideal season for the Bibbulmun Track? 00:42:15 - How popular is the Bibbulmun Track? 00:42:53 - How does the culture of long distance hiking in Australia compare to the US? 00:45:20 - Discussion about vegemite 00:46:30 - What other cultural differences have you noticed in the US? 00:47:35 - How did you choose the PCT? 00:48:16 - Tell us about the Munda Biddi Trail 00:50:28 - What other Australian trails are you interested in? 00:53:10 - Tell us about stand up paddleboard touring 00:56:04 - What's the culture around outdoor sports in Australia? 01:01:50 - Do you have standout stories from the Te Araroa? 01:05:28 - Who's the biggest Australian celebrity? 01:06:50 - FMK: stand up paddleboarding, backpacking, and mountain biking 01:07:45 - How did you get so many Instagram followers? 01:10:10 - What do you think attributes to that many followers? 01:11:20 - How do you manage your content creation while hiking every day? 01:13:00 - What apps do you use? 01:14:35 - Do you think content creation adds or takes away from your hike? 01:16:50 - Discussion about monetizing content 01:18:00 - How long have you been with your tramily? 01:22:00 - What's the strangest outreach you've gotten while on the PCT? 01:25:07 - What do you miss most about your wife? 01:27:05 - How have you been dealing with the fire situation on the PCT? 01:31:00 - Have you thought about hiking the Oregon Coast Trail? 01:34:02 - What is your approach to social media content? 01:37:02 - What are your top 2 or 3 stories from the PCT? 01:40:20 - What has been your best day on the PCT so far? 01:42:42 - What has been your scariest day on trail? 01:44:30 - What would your advice be for someone who wants to hike the PCT from abroad? 01:47:50 - How much would you tell someone to budget for the PCT? 01:50:15 - What's next? 01:51:07 - Kumo Question: What is your spirit animal and why? 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Clairsy & Lisa wanted to know about your great lost and found stories after Clairsy told the story of a lotto winner who lost their ticket and it was found by a customer on the floor of the store she bought it from. Actor Anthony LaPaglia joined Clairsy & Lisa in the studio, he's in town to perform in Death Of A Salesman at Crown Theatre. He told the guys why he decided to do the play. Lisa told Clairsy about a new movie being filmed on the Bibbulmun Track and the concerns surrounding it. In The Shaw Report, An ultra rare prototype Bobba Fett action figure has gone up for auction plus Bob Dylan says who he wanted to play him in his upcoming biopic West Coast Eagles star Elliot Yeo joined Clairsy & Lisa in the studio following their win against  the Gold Coast Suns and their upcoming trip to Tasmania to take on the Roos. Elliot told the guys how the team is feeling plus what the latest is on their search for a new coach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heidi Wedd is a herbal educator and the author of "Wild Flower Walker: A Pilgrimage to Nature on the Bibbulmun Track." She is passionate about reawakening and deepening our innate connection with Nature, and facilitates circles in nature connection, herbal alchemy & plant spirit communication. Her history is deeply embedded with plants, herbalism, homeopathy and midwifery. In this interview Heidi shares her experiences of studying herbal medicine with Kim Dudley and Homeopathy with Isaac Goulden and her story of going to Findhorn and learn directly from Dorothy Mclean who is one of the founders of Findhorn. She shares her experience of being a midwife for 10 years within the hospital system, which lead her to working with midwives in Alice Springs on indigenous communities where shee met a teacher who immersed her in shamanic practices with plants. Heidi and I discuss the significance of connecting with ancestors and the relevance of ancestral knowledge in herbal medicine. We explore the ancestral lineage of plants and the interplay between plants and human ancestry. We have a great chat about spagirics and alchemy in herbal medicine, highlighting the transformative and evolutionary process involved in creating potent plant medicines. In this conversation, Heidi shares her practical and simple approach to alchemy and shares how the three parts of spagyrical tincture (spirit, soul, and body) are essential in alchemical processes. Heidi emphasizes the importance of experiencing alchemy in person and the healing exchange between humans and plants. We also explore the power of myth and storytelling in herbal education. Heidi shares her beautiful upcoming offerings and courses and shares her visions a future where herbal education is integrated and people feel comfortable and confident working with plants. Heidi's Website:https://wildflowerwalker.com/ Heidi's IG:https://www.instagram.com/wildflowerwalker Heidi's Link Tree:https://linktr.ee/wildflowerwalker Substack:https://substack.com/@mythicliving Purchase Heidi's book as an Ebook:https://www.booktopia.com.au/wild-flower-walker-heidi-wedd/ebook/9780463675861.html To find out more about The Elder Tree visit the website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theeldertree.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and donate to the crowdfunding campaign ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You can join our Patreon ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠and gain a deeper connection to our podcast. Pay only $2 per week to have access to bonus and often exclusive resources and opportunities- plus support The Elder Tree at the same time!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/theeldertree⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also follow The Elder Tree on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠sign up to the newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.

Aaron Young has won the Delirious West Ultramarathon for completing the course in three days - the 321 kilometre course stretches along the Bibbulmun Track from Northcliffe to Albany. He joined Julie-anne Sprague to give her an insight into his training and what he had to plan for to complete the course.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to 2024! Thanks for having us back in your ears in the New Year and apologies for our absence last week. In this episode: - Sinead enjoys her first week as a newlywed! But straight back to business with a consistent week of training - Dan finally pulls the trigger on Strava premium and tests the course making functionality whilst on holiday with the family in Bunker Bay, including one of his career best loops... - Matt test drives two pairs of 'On' shoes for the first time, with some tough sessions during another hot week in Perth We also take a moment to reflect on our individual 2023 years and discuss goals for 2024. Andrew Hellbusch and Mathilde Delorme get the win in the WAMC New Years Eve 8k - https://www.wamc.org.au/race-results?year=2023&race=New%20Years%20Eve%20Run&distance=8km#race-result-navigation Charli Rose Carlyon and John Neville take out the 3000m on the track at the Strive Meet on Saturday night - https://athleticswestresults.com.au/Strive/6Jan24/ Round 2 of the PTS Summer Series took place on Sunday, January 8 with the 'Wallygrunta' - https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=339136&fbclid=IwAR1gE5613yXHXd9OQsm93QmwrlFRON0Y818SyrzOnmYjVf3rzphTXJ1hpTw_aem_Ae-riN5PW-AK6Oqxrv9uxb875PuIR_G_yv3LP8XN_E85hg-bpXPaE8Mrj6XR_vt6Aks Mitch Crook breaks the Unsupported FKT for the 86km Wiilman Bilya trail starting at Collie - https://fastestknowntime.com/route/wiilman-bilya-trail On the topic of FKT's, friend of the show Shane Johnstone announces his intention to break the fabled '10 day' barrier for the 1000km Bibbulmun Track. He intends to kick off the journey from Albany on Good Friday (March 29). Here is the documentary of the current FKT holder for the Bibb, Erika Lori, which was released on Youtube a few days ago - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0u8XeiJKlsw&t=13s We want to do everything we can to make the WARP as enjoyable as possible for you to listen in 2024. We're always up for feedback. Get in touch at anytime. Instagram - @warunningpod Email - warunningpod@outlook.com Strava Group - https://www.strava.com/clubs/WARP Have a great week in running!

We are joined by Steve Sertis from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation to discuss the journey of what went into the 25th Anniversary End to End Walk. Steve shares some great stories, explains the challenges of organising the event, and reflects on the Bibbulmun and the wonderful community that supports it.

In this episode host Andy chats with Trudy Dwyer, a former WAPOL officer (General Duties). The pair chat about her motivation to join WAPOL as a mature age recruit and (at the time) single mum with two teenage kids. From her lens Trudy shares her experience at the recruit training college and the generational gap between her and the majority of the cohort. What was initially a dream posting  to a smaller station closeby to where she grew up in the Goldfields region, Western Australia slowly turned into a nightmare with her experiencing a cumulation of on-the-job organisational trauma and increased workplace bullying.Trudy shares a glimpse of how debilitating these traumatic experiences were for her on a daily basis, the isolation of not being able to confide in her immediate support person (as they were at same posting) and the negative impact this had on her nervous system.Closing part one of their chat she touches on how "Grapevine" chat set her up for failure at a subsequent posting which was supposed to be a fresh start for her and her husband.Tune in to part two where the pair discuss her ongoing pathway to post traumatic recovery & growth including her "Bibbulmun Track" sojourn to reset her nervous system. Guest -  Trudy DwyerAt the request of Trudy we've respected her privacy and not provided contact details.Help Lines Open Arms (VVCS) | Lifeline | RedSix app"RESPECT, NO POLITICS, WE'RE VOLUNTEERS"Disclaimer: The accounts and stories are "Real lived experiences" of our guests some of the content may trigger Post Traumatic Stress (PTS) symptoms in some of our audience. Feedback regarding other organisations, courses and initiatives remains largely unsensored. Whether its good or bad they remain the OPINION of our guests and their experiences it is important in building an accurate statistic on what really happens. During the course of our conversations sometimes sensitive information may be accidentally mentioned, as such, Invisible Injuries respects the law and sensors any information that may breach Operational Security OPSECSupport the show

Josh and Angie have been waiting to put this episode together to really celebrate the Bibbulmun Track in all the evolution and glory. This year marks the 25th Anniversary of the track in the form we know it and our nature loving loving duo wanted to pay tribute to the amazing story a world renown gem on our doorstep.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nicki Rehn is an Australian-Canadian who loves the beach, but is hopelessly addicted to the mountains so has spent most of her adult life in Calgary, AB, Canada. She came to adventure and endurance sports by way of competitive triathlon and road marathon. It's been over a decade since she raced on pavement, preferring instead adventure racing, mountain biking, ultramarathon running, fast-packing, skiing, orienteering, and mountain scrambling. When not running, Nicki works as an education consultant. She also loves to travel and write. In this episode, we discuss Nicki's upbringing in Australia and her female unsupported fastest know time (FKT) of the 1000km Bibbulmun Track in Western Australia as well as what inspires her to attempt such epic distances in epic places. This lady runner is a 3 time finisher of Tor des Geants (a 330km race in Italy),  5 time attendee at the Barkley Marathons, second place finisher at Sinister 7 100m and Fat Dog 120m and has even done the Dragon's Back Race in Wales on a punishing 305km course that will test the very best.  While Nicki has a resume that will stun even the most accomplished ultrarunner, we primarily invited her on the podcast to talk about her most experience of running the Snowman Race in Bhutan with an invite from the king himself.Strap into your seats or drop the hammer on your run because this episode is bound to leave you feeling like you can accomplish anything!Connect with Nicki:Blog: nickirehn.blogspot.comInstagram: @nicki_rehnResources we discussed in this episode:Joanna Ford on Inspired Soles (Ep 98)The Barkley MarathonsLunana: A Yak in the Classroom Favourite Mantra: Surrender to the existenceFavourite Place to Run: Bragg CreekBucket List Race: Madeira Island Ultra TrailFavourite Running Book/Movie: Endure by Alex HutchinsonFavourite Post Run Indulgence: Beer and chipsConnect with Carolyn & Kim:Kim's InstagramKim's FacebookCarolyn's InstagramCarolyn's FacebookCarolyn's website (sign up for her free weekly newsletter on the homepage)We love hearing from you! Connect with us on Instagram @inspiredsolescast or email guest ideas to inspiredsolescast@gmail.com. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend, subscribe or leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts.

Cam Bostock completed a thru hike of The Bibbulmun Track back in 2021. After spending a year hiking around Tokyo and rediscovering his love for the outdoors, he decided to go full time as an Outdoor Content Creator. Although the Bibbulmun Track is over 1,000 KM (620 Miles), he decided to complete it with his friend in just 21 days. In this episode we talk about the Bibbulmun Track and why more people should check it out, what the hiking culture in Australia is like, and how much energy is actually put into being a full time content creator.

In this episode, I interview Summit Strength graduate Helen, and she talks about her training and preparation for the Bibbulmun Track (a 1000km thru-hike). Inside, she shares some insight into the training, exercises, and workouts she performed prior to this hike and explores some challenges she faced on the trail and how she has adapted to return to life. A fantastic episode for any hiker who is interested in the Bibbulmun Track, or any other long distance thru hike. == This week, I am enrolling for my signature program, the Online Summit Program.     I am looking for no more than 10 hikers who want to get strong and pain-free, so they can conquer every adventure.     If you want to find out more, send me an email to rowan@summitstrength.com.au with the words 'tell me more' and we can have a chat.   

Two trips in one month. For me that’s virtually unheard of. This months podcast is about the Bibbulmun Track from Sullivan’s Rock to North Bannister and the Holland Track, from Coolgardie to Hyden. To donate to #movember click this

With Covid restrictions lifted in W.A. we took the opportunity to escape the city and #wanderoutyonder on a 4x4 camping trip to the midwest region of Western Australia. Beginning our trip in Carnamah, 272 km from Perth and passing through Perenjori, Rothsay and Wubin, I stuck the Hilux in four-wheel-drive to visit some unique outback locations along the Perenjuri-Rothsay 4WD track. Crossing the State Barrier Fence we stopped at Gishuble Well Farm School, Sandlewood Cutter’s Hut, Little Damerwah Well, Beryl Mine and Forrest Lookout before crossing the Rabbit Proof Fence to reach Camel Soak Well and finally heading home along Great Northern Highway. A few historic personalities from the area are people such as Alfred Chopin who is buried here, John Forrest (the states first Premier,) and Explorer Ludwig Leichhardt who became lost out here. With my trusty Hema App and the book 4WD weekends out of Perth to guide me (I also took my brand-new Spot Gen 3 personal locator beacon) this was a rare, full family member camping trip that I will definitely remember for a lifetime! The following week I headed out on a scenic 31km solo hike down the Bibbulmun Track in Western Australia. I ditched my 4WD for this episode and headed down his legendary long distance track on foot. This episode begins at Canning Highway through virgin Jarrah forest, crossing Canning River, climbing Mount Cuthbert and Mount Vincent, camping at Canning and Monadnocks huts and finishing at Sullivan Rock. #wanderoutyonder #justanotherdayinwa Want more? Check out the home of Epic Drives Western Australia over at http://www.epicdriveswesternaustralia.com If you've been following my channel for a while and you find value in my content join me on Patreon www.patreon.com/EpicDrivesWesternAustralia and score yourself some merch and as and added bonus Patreon's get exclusive access to some of my videos before they are released on YouTube, plus a whole heap of other perks so be sure to check it out. A massive thank you to each of you who have liked, shared and commented on my content. I want to make sure I'm making the content that you want to see if there is something that you would like to see or something you would like to know in future episode, let me know in the comments it really does mean a lot to hear from you guys. Cheers legends! Dan.

In this episode I call my friend, Nikki, and I tell her a joke. Nikki and I like to walk together. Sometimes it's little walks near our houses, and sometimes it's multi-day hikes carrying all of our food and water and shelter with us. A few years ago we both took a week off work so we could go walking in Western Australia. We walked along a section of the Bibbulmun Track, and it was one of the best things I've ever done. If you like walking you should go to there: https://www.bibbulmuntrack.org.au/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/ijustcalledtotellyouajoke. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

After finally finishing his sectional end to end, Mark discusses his thoughts on the entire Bibbulmun Track and how life has changed over that time. 

Today’s podcast is a Delirious West special. The Delirious West is a 200 mile race in Western Australia. The Delirious W.E.S.T. is run almost entirely on the Bibbulmun Track in the South West and Great Southern regions of Western Australia from the old logging settlement of Northcliffe, to the Historic port city of Albany. The event took place from Wed 19 February with a 104hr cut off, runners having until 3pm Sunday 23 February to make their way to the finish line at the Great Southern Distillery Company in Albany. The Delirious traverses some of the most remarkable forests, unforgiving coastal scrub, stunning beaches, water crossings and some of nature’s finest landscapes along the World Famous Bibbulmun track. Sarah and Kristen both raced the Delirious West, and they both had very different races! Sarah was first female (and third overall) in a record-breaking time of 71 hours and 35 minutes. Kirsten was the last runner and finished in a time of 103 hours and 50 minutes. They both challenged themselves and got the best they could out of themselves. Please enjoy listening to the amazing feats of these equally amazing women! Please rate and review my podcast here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peak-endurance/id1479052215 Need coaching? Head to my website to check out what's available https://www.peakendurancecoaching.com.au/#/ or shoot me an email at isobel@peakendurancecoaching.com.au

Continuing on with the blank slate idea of where we would take the Bibbulmun Track in an ideal world, the journey continues from Donnelly River to Albany. We are joined by Steve Sertis from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation and Bonny from Friendly Dropbear as the hotly debated coastal section receives a major realignment including an epic finish as proposed by Mark.

In this episode we are joined by Steve Sertis from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation and recent end to ender Bonny to discuss where we would take the Bibbulmun Track if given a clean slate. Grab a map or follow along on the Bibbulmun Track website and join us as we have a fun discussion about the changes we would make and why.

Steve Standing is a talent. Whilst in the day he’s a St Georges Tce lawyer, he’s best known around town as a local singer songwriter who has released two albums. 2015 - Each Waking Hour 2019 - Little Rebellion Writing songs is a passion for him and some of his great hits … including the song used for Max’s Island Podcast - “Island” - had their beginnings in lyrics written whilst he was on the Bibbulmun Track.

Tagelang nur Eukalyptusbäume und trotzdem kein bisschen Langeweile – Kathrin Heckmann ist rund 1000 Kilometer alleine durch Australien gelaufen. Beim Fernwandern kommt man in meditative Zustände, erzählt sie im Weltempfänger. Und sie verrät, was man tun sollte, wenn man von einer Schlange gebissen wurde.

Joined by Kerstin Stender, former maintenance volunteer in this area and current Unit Coordinator for the Trails and Recreation Department of Parks and Wildlife, we discuss the Denmark to Albany section of the Bibbulmun Track. The final section of the 1000km track, enjoy the coastal finish into the Southern Terminus with plenty of great views and nice beaches. Stay tuned for more Bibbulmun Track content in the future as we wrap up the whole 1000km in one giant episode.

Podcast episode co-hosted by Kevin Westlake and Candice Burt chronicling the inaugural Delirious WEST 219 mile/350km race that took place on the West Coast of Australia. We bring you live recordings from before, during and after the race including Candice's story (1st place female/3rd place overall) and Kevin's experiences as a first time crew/pacer and his interviews of other athletes in the race, volunteers, crew/pacers and the race director Shaun Kaesler. This inaugural event is special because it runs point to point along the very west coast of Australia on the Bibbulmun Track from Northcliff to Albany. The story includes getting lost, hallucinations, the joys of running multiple days, sleep deprivation struggles, and a heck of a lot more. Learn all about 200 mile racing!  Episode features special guests: Shaun Kaesler, Dion Leonard, Kay Bretz, Louise Wallace, Guy Schweitzer, Marilyn & Peter Freitag, Kiley O'Neil, Rebecca Brockwell, Nichole Vaughn. Learn more about the Delirious WEST 200 mile here, pssst: registration is OPEN! Join the Delirious WEST facebook group Follow Shaun Kaesler's Races here. Learn about the Bibbulmun Track that spans much of the west coast of Australia. Follow Kevin Westlake on Instagram Follow Candice on Instagram or her website here. Episode sponsored by Kogalla the light that out performs all other lights and can be worn on your pack, waist or from a tent! This is the light that everyone is using for 100+ mile races and adventure runs because it lights up the trail 120 degrees! Music by Olive Musique, Flash Fulharty, Empire of the Sun, Ting Music, Jasmine Thompson, Boomkat, Br'er Rabbit, Laserhawk, Summerheart. More details on our website.  If you like HOU, please subscribe and rate us on your favorite podcast app! Thank you!    

Anna was a 30-something accountant who dreamed of cycling, hiking and paddling her way around the world, she decided to start with her own country, Australia. But weighing in at 130kgs (285lbs), she’s would say herself that she’s not exactly the poster child for human-powered travel. During the podcast we talk to Anna about her 3 different challenges, a 1,100-kilometre (700-mile) solo, self-supported cycle tour of the south west of Western Australia, a 1,000-kilometre (600-mile) solo thru-hike of the Bibbulmun Track in Western Australia, and a 3,100-kilometre (1,000 -mile) solo, self-supported cycle tour through the Northern Territory. After these practice run throughs, Anna end up in Melbourne, which is where she has been ever since.  Due to a series of mistakes and bad decisions her life takes a turn and not in the direction she wants to go. Anna ends up being a 40 something single women, who is now living below the poverty line, with no family to rely on and no way out, she end up being homeless and going dumpster diving for food and survival.  Anna shares more about how she views adventure and why she is still living her most adventurous life. Show notes Living 3 lifetimes in one Planning to travel around the world Life and living in Perth, Australia Hating being sat behind a desk Trying to figure out what she wanted to do Loving to travel…. Wanting to make a change to her life Not knowing what planning is…. 3 separate trips - “AWOL” (Away With Out Leave) Deciding to get a recumbent bike/trike What family and friends though What the first day was like Almost stopping before she started “It’s too hard, it’s too scary” Meeting road angels Grey Nomads Getting on the road for the first time Knowing she had made the right decision and was on the right track Not believing she would ever make it to the end Dealing with her biggest challenge - Hills Daily routine while out cycling 8 weeks on the road and doing her trip her whole way The negative voices in her head Her weight How completing her first challenge impacted on her self confidence Changing her next challenge to a hike Starting to work with a personal trainer The challenges of hiking “I’m not doing that” What kept her going when she wanted to quit Positive or negative? How she changed her mindset. Training or practice trips…. The 3rd AWOL - Getting the train up to Darwin and cycling from Darwin to Porthedland (3100Km / 2000 miles) Dealing with remoteness and why the challenge wasn’t easier Things just kind of workout… Ending up homeless in Melbourne and dumpster diving for food What adventure means now Having an interesting life even though she isn’t travelling Dealing with stress?  Not being desperate to leave  Advice for other women who may be in a challenging situation Social Media Website - http://www.fatchickgoesawol.com Facebook @fatchickgoesawol    

Continuing on our Bibbulmun Track journey, we are joined by Steve Sertis from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation to discuss the Walpole to Denmark section. Often described as one of the best town to town sections on the track, both Donovan and Steve talk about their experiences and the many great sites you can see along the way.

**Trigger Warning: Mental Health discussion.** Occasionally you have the opportunity to meet amazing people doing amazing things. Our interview with Sophie Aubry will have you reflecting over your own life thinking about how you can do better and be kinder. Sophie is about to head out to walk 1000km solo along the W.A. coast! You'll have to listen to find out why. Keep an eye out for snakes Sophie!

We are joined once again by Ben Dineen from Going Solo to discuss the Northcliffe to Walpole section of the Bibbulmun Track. Home to the infamous Pingerup Plains, this section is marketed as one of the best wilderness experiences of the trail. Enjoy some lively conversation in this episode about what merits that title along with Ben and Donovan's experiences in this section.

Continuing with our look at the Bibbulmun Track, we move on to the Pemberton to Northcliffe section where you will find no shortage of Karri forest, farmland and waterways to keep you entertained. One of the more manageable sections at only three days, this section is perfect for a quick getaway or a long weekend. 

In this episode we briefly discuss the key pieces of equipment that I used on my recent Bibbulmun Track Journey and provide a broad overview of my reasons for choosing it. A downloadable list of my multi-day hiking equipment is now available on the show notes for this podcast (episode 82)on the Australian Hiker website.

In this episode we review Tim's recent Bibbulmun Track hike showcased in episodes 76-80 to discuss how the reality of the hike compared to the expectations prior to starting.

This is the final episode of ontrail podcasts on Tim's 2018 Bibbulmun Track hike. Listen to this podcast as Tim travels from Dwellingup to Kalamunda to complete his 36 day, 1000km trip. Over the next two weeks I will be releasing two final podcasts to wrap up this trip as well as uploading two written articles so keep an eye out!

Continuing on our Bibbulmun journey we pick up where we left off at Donnelly River Village and begin the first of the true experiences through the Karri forest. This lush and magical section is full of fungi, wildflowers, streams and the Donnelly River, which you will follow for a couple of the days. Feauturing some of the best campsites on the track, this is rated very highly for good reason. Finishing at Pemberton rounds off this five day experience where you get the opportunity to relax and enjoy a hot meal and shower.

Week four is now over, just a short one with a four day trip from Collie to Dwellingup. In this episode we discuss peoples perceptions on the trail and how this will differ depending on the context. We then go on to briefly discuss the trail amenities prior to our regular recordings and on trail interviews.

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. We are very pleased and honoured to be able to present some interviews with amazing people who have played an important role in others' cancer journey. Our first guest is James Rutten. James is 9 years old and lives in Western Australia. Earlier this year James walked the 41km Bibbulmun Track to raise over $7100 to help kids with cancer. (https://charityfundraiser.everydayhero.com/au/james-2) He was inspired to do so after losing his mate Declan to neuroblastoma in 2017. http://www.thekidscancerproject.org.au/stories/february-2018/wonder-boys (James appears on this page along with next week's guest Zach Rowney). At the time of uploading this episode, James is participating in Superkids Superheroes, a 600km motorised scooter challenge in rural Western Australia, from Bridgetown to Perth (https://youtu.be/PiHDHVocG8Q). This charity ride donates 100% of funds raised to the Kids Cancer Project. (http://www.thekidscancerproject.org.au/donate) Please see the links below to like and follow Superkids Superheroes on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/superkidssuperheroes/) and visit their fundraising page (http://www.superkidssuperheroes.com.au/ or https://superkids-superheroes-2018.everydayhero.com/au/donations) to help them raise funds to find a cure for childhood cancer. If you enjoyed this episode, have a suggestion for a future guest or an improvement or if you want to be interviewed, please contact us via email us at thewrighttalkpodcast@gmail.com. Please give us a 5-star rating or leaving a review on your podcast app. Thanks! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wright-here-right-now/message

Week three of my Bibbulmun Track journey and our longest ever podcast due to 8 days worth of podcasting as I undertake the biggest week of the trip. In this episode I discuss my typical days and how I make decisions about what I will be doing as well as a series of recordings including interviews of my trip over this period between Pemberton and Collie covering a distance of approximately 250km.

At the end of the second week I have reached Pemberton which means that 40% of the trail is done. I'm actually a day ahead of schedule but am not taking that for granted and now have seven days up my sleeve. In this episode I discuss the camp infrastructure as well as my journey from Walpole to Pemberton.

On 9 August 2018 I started my journey on one of Australia's premiere long distance hiking trails, the Bibbulmun Track. Travelling 1000km between Albany and Perth. This podcast provides an overview of a typical week on the trail completing 210km and travelling between Albany and Walpole. Listen to what I and other hikers go through in what has been some extremely taxing conditions. Over the next 4-5 weeks I will focus on different aspects of this journey to provide you with an overview on what to expect and to hopefully encourage you to consider hiking this amazing trail.

In this episode we will be discussing my expectations, my apprehensions, and my hopes for my upcoming Bibbulmun Track thru hike which I start on 9 August 2018 in what is forecast to be heavy rains. Tomorrow I spend the day on planes heading to the trail head in Western Australia. Over the coming weeks I will be walking my way back to Perth and as part of the experience I will be recoding a weekly podcast. I will also be interviewing other hikers doing the track as a thru hike, known as an ‘end to end' on the Bibbulmun, as well as those doing shorter sections to hear how they are going and what they think of the track. So if you thinking about doing this walk listen over the next 6+ weeks to the 'on trail episodes' as well as the round up episodes at the end once I am home.

The Bibbulmun Track is one of Australia's premiere long trails stretching 1000km (621miles) from Kalamunda on the outskirts of Perth to Albany on the southern western Australian coast. Given the distance covered there is a wide variety of ecosystems represented on the trail from coastal sections in the south through constantly changing forests that highlight some of Australia's most spectacular flora and fauna. In this episode we will be talking to Steve Sertis from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation about how the track came about, the role of the Foundation, and some key takeaways on hiking this spectacular trail.

There were no winners in lotto this week, but Nathan has a scheme to secure the win next week. Were you the passer-by? A Finnish couple were attacked walking the Bibbulmun Track, a passer-by thankfully was there to help them out. Jamie and Amelia had similar experiences.We caught up with Sashi, the winner of Masterchef 2018.Australian survivor is back it is Champions vs Contenders we caught up wih the Commando Steve.Todd McKenny has a bit of 'Jerry Springer' style family drama on his hands. Turns out Claire and Kristee do too. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In episode 002 of the Australian Hiker podcast we discussed the concept of ultralight hiking and my goal to greatly lighten my load from my 'traditional' heavy gear. It's now been 18 months since we released that podcast and in this episode we revisit this journey just prior to me commencing a 1000km/ 5-6 week hike on the Bibbulmun Track in Western Australia to see how I have gone.

In our 20th Episode, special guest Michelle Ryan (Walkingtwobytwo) returns for an an extended overview of the Balingup to Donnelly River Village section of the Bibbulmun Track, talking about the transition to lush Jarrah and Karri forests. Includes discussion about Mark's third opinion on the Dwellingup to Collie section of the Bibbulmun and Michelle's newly released guidebook to the Cape to Cape Track

Planning a long distance hike is really no difference from a shorter hike, isn't it? In theory the concepts are the same but in reality there are a number of other factors that come into consideration. In this episode I will use my upcoming thru hike of the Bibbulmun Track (1,000km) in Western Australia to provide a broad guide to what you should consider when planning a long distance hike. Once I have finished my journey towards the end of September I will report back on how I went including how well my planning did, or didn't, pay off.

Joining us for a return visit is Steve Sertis from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation to talk about the events calendar that the foundation runs, his latest trip to Nepal and also a few stories from his time as Lead Guide. It's always great to have Steve on the podcast and as you can tell by the length we had a fun time talking trails. This episode is proudly brought to you by Sudio, a Swedish based headphone company wanting to revolutionize the way people see headphones, as not just a tech device but also an accessory. Currently, the headphones market can offer you one of two things: style or tech. Fashionable headphones tend to lack the proper sound quality, and high-tech variations are bulky and not design oriented. While emphasizing their modern, Scandinavian design, they also provide a product that matches the quality of even the highest rated headphones on the market for a fraction of the cost. They also provide free worldwide shipping.   Use the code TRAILTALK to receive 15% off your order and get yourself a stylish and quality set of headphones for all your trail adventures.

In episode 066 of the Australian Hiker podcast we discussTechnology on the Trail, specifically options for staying in touch with family and friends at home while on a hike. This topic is one that I have been thinking on for well over a year as I decide what I will use for my own Bibbulmun Track though hike later this year when I will be out of cellular range on a number of days on my 5-6 week hike.

We continue on the Bibbulmun Track discussion with the next town to town section, Collie to Balingup. Joining us in this episode is Lead Guide and Events Manager from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation to share his experiences and offer a counterpoint to Donovan's opinions. One of the shorter town to town sections, Collie to Balingup takes you through some regrowth Jarrah forest and you get to see some of the first farmland areas on the track. 

With the highly anticipated premiere of a documentary about the Bibbulmun Track and the people who use it we talk to the woman behind the project, Michelle Ryan from WalkingTwoByTwo about what went into making it and her love for the track. We also discuss the recent destruction of the Helena Campsite and the devastation of losing another campsite to bushfires.

In Episode Six, special guest Michelle Ryan (Walkingtwobytwo) joins us for an an extended overview of the Dwellingup to Collie section of the Bibbulmun Track, talking about some of the section highlights, lowlights and burnt Jarrah forest in general.  

In Episode Five we provide an extended overview of the Darling Scarp section of the Bibbulmun Track from Kalamunda to Dwellingup, talking about some of the section highlights. 

  Ann and I had the pleasure of interviewing Linda Stanley  after she had completed this 1000km walk. Linda undertook this walk on her own, it took the best part of 8 weeks to complete and more than three months … Continue reading →

My guest today is Jennifer Pharr Davis. She is an author, speaker, and a National Geographic Adventurer of the Year. Jennifer is among the most well known of American long distance hikers. She holds the record for the women’s FKT for a thru-hike of the Appalachian trail; a record which was the overall outright record for several years and fell by only 3 hrs 12 minutes in the summer of 2015. She has hiked over 12,000 miles on six different continents, including thru-hikes on the Pacific Crest Trail, the Appalachian Trail (three times), the Colorado Trail, the Long Trail in Vermont, the Bibbulmun Track in Australia, and numerous trails in Europe and South America, including the Tour du Mont Blanc, which ultra marathon runners will be familiar with. Connect with Jennifer: 1) On the trail! 2) Facebook: Jennifer Pharr Davis 3) Twitter and Instagram: JenPharrDavis 4) Her company: BlueRidgeHikingCo.com 5) Books: Becoming Odyssa and Called Again: A Story of Love and Triumph She answered many questions on this in depth interview, including: You hiked that AT in 2005, 2008, and the overall record setting year 2011. Your first women’s record of the trail in 2008 was a bit over 57 days; in 2011 you destroyed that record and did the trail in a bit over 46 days. How did that enormous improvement come about? Would you describe the demands of a long-distance thru-hike? Granted that weather can have a big impact, what does a ‘typical’ day look like for a long distance thru hiker? Are you ever running/jogging during a thru-hike or is it all hiking? Tell us about your training for a thru-hike. In your experience, would a 3-4+ week thru-hike be good training for ultra marathons of 100 miles or longer? How do you handle sleep deprivation, or functioning on little sleep, for weeks on end? Tell us about your nutrition for a thru-hike. Tell us about your foot care on a thru-hike. You wrote an article recently for the New York Times for which you explored the topic of sex differences, or lack thereof, in ultra distance events. Tell us about that. Tell us about the psychological demands of a major thru-hike. As an exceptional, experienced, and accomplished ultra-endurance athlete, you have surely had some very dark moments (mentally). Would you take us to back to your darkest experience, tell us that story and how you handled it? We wrapped up with some advice for ultra marathon runners interested in tackling a thru-hike.