Thru hiking gear list + navigation, nutrition, safety and Q&A on the AAWT (Australian Alps Track)
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Ай бұрынRecently I’ve been receiving some great questions about solo hiking, thru hiking and my AAWT traverse so wanted to put some information together. Please feel free to check out the following resources or drop and further questions in the comments 😊
Trail info and resources:
Australian Alps National Park website: theaustralianalpsnationalpark...
Chapmans AAWT Guidebook: www.john.chapman.name/pub-aaw...
NSW NPWS current alerts: www.nationalparks.nsw.gov.au/...
Parks Victoria: www.parks.vic.gov.au/get-into...
FarOut: faroutguides.com
AAWT Facebook page: share/7asS9Y...
Itinerary:
Track itinerary (30 days): docs.google.com/document/d/1m...
AAWT KZfaq video (28 days): • Solo hiking the Austra...
Food and gear:
Campers Pantry: camperspantry.com.au/?dt_id=6... (Discount code: LAURAWADDELL_ )
Activewear: www.unit.com/?dt_id=201952 (Discount code: LAURAW10)
Transport:
Train/bus timetable: (Train to Bairnsdale then on to Canberra via bus runs Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays) www.vline.com.au/getattachmen...)
Track Angels Facebook: share/c2J5ER...
My socials:
Instagram: laura.wadde...
TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@laura.waddell...
Buy me a coffee: www.buymeacoffee.com/lauramay...
@steveallen648 Ай бұрын
Never seen anybody smile as gorgeously as you
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you 🥹🥰 I love being out there and I’m so glad it shows and gets others smiling with me!
@MisterTMH Ай бұрын
@@LauraWaddellTravel You must have type 3 fun days. No? Days when it is not fun !. Take the descent of Black Possum spur as a case of Type 3 fun. File under NEVER AGAIN!!
@user-tw9zl2nj8m Ай бұрын
Laura you are a legend and a wonderful role model for young women and men interested in testing themselves by being self reliant I’ve watched each of your videos and am in really impressed. I’m a 78 yr old deer hunter who has prided himself on being s elf reliant, you have taken that to the next level. Stay safe and travel far. Rex Willmer
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Wow thank you Rex for such a lovely comment, I really appreciate it! I love being out there and am really grateful to get to share it. I’m sure you must have some incredible skill and there is a lot I could learn from you! Thank you 🙏🏼
@janemay7937 5 күн бұрын
Well done Laura. Such a comprehensive video with natural and well flowing delivery. Wishing you many more adventures in your future
@jaz_likes_bees Ай бұрын
So nice to have Australian content 🙏 I haven’t done a multi day hike yet but these kinds of videos are really inspiring and really helpful in a practical way. I’ve done some day hikes solo and I’m usually nervous. I think if I did a more remote day hike it might feel better 🤔 it’s not the snakes I’m concerned about. And there’s a bandage for them!! Regardless, your videos are awesome and confidence inspiring ❤
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you, so glad you enjoyed this and found it helpful 😊 I can totally understand the nerves around it if it’s not something you’re familiar with or have done before but when you’re feeling up for it I’d say definitely trust yourself and go for it! Thank you, stay safe out there and happy hiking ❤️
@janellekoch Ай бұрын
So refreshing to hear someone else carries a tea towel 😆
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Haha I get that it’s ‘extra weight’ but I think it’s so worth it 😂
@headwerkn Ай бұрын
Thankyou for the comprehensive rundown. The logistics of such big trips is usually a big barrier to most people so it is great to see how others have managed to do it. Especially when, like yourself, you’re not a local or have family/friends who can help out. Enjoy Tassie - it’s the best place! (I’m biased, of course). You won’t need to filter water in alpine areas here. Also if you’re passing through Launceston, get some of Alps and Amici’s freeze dried meals to try, they’re by far the best tasting hiking meals I’ve come across.
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thanks! I totally agree logistics can be such a big barrier and it’s always really helpful to me to have different options about how people have managed. I love Tassie so much, it’s just stunning and thank you for the recommendation 🙌🏼😊
@johnbutcher4748 Ай бұрын
A great to the point over view. With no unnecessary drama. Very refreshing. Well done
@maggiemayandme1953 Ай бұрын
Very sensible real world advice Laura. Thank you. I very much enjoy watching you videos.
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏼 so glad to hear you’ve been enjoying them!
@PerspectiveAustralia Ай бұрын
Loved this video! Thanks for answering my question re shoes. Love that you go with what you have and don’t let not having ultralight gear stop you. It’s expensive, and is something we’re working on over time as money allows.
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thanks! Shoes/keeping your feet happy on trail is so important so hope that helped (: Ultralight gear can be super expensive especially when you’re starting out and have to get a whole kit together from scratch 😅 I’ve definitely learnt a lot about what does and doesn’t work for me along the way so am excited to slowly keep upgrading and making changes for future hikes!
@seratbushcraft6979 29 күн бұрын
Check out the grayl filters
@ChrisNash-kf5kc 20 күн бұрын
Another wonderful video! Any idea what ran past (in the background) around the 13:30 mark?!
@darkangeljas 26 күн бұрын
Was that a Wallaby hopping across the treeline at 13:35 ? Also, great video!
@PavoTreks Ай бұрын
You're an absolute legend Laura, I'm saving this vid to my favs for the time when I'm ready for doing multi day walks 🙌
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you! Have an amazing time when you get out there and hope this helps 🙌🏼✨
@ilyiza1 Ай бұрын
This video was absolutely amazing! So much information in one video, great job, thanks so much!
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you, so glad you enjoyed it 💛
@user-te2hu8zb8s Ай бұрын
your videos are fantastic. many thanks
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it ❤️
@CJoy076 Ай бұрын
Thanks so much, I loved your video of the hike and hope to do it in the next few years.
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you! That sounds amazing, hopefully you have great weather and an unreal time out there 👏🏼🥾
@jessdavis2926 Ай бұрын
Thanks heaps for this video! Answered a lot of questions I had.
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
No worries, so glad you found it helpful! 🙌🏼
@keithfalcao1844 Ай бұрын
Thanks Laura , you’ve inspired me
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you ☺️ hope you have the best time out there!
@Andysfishing Ай бұрын
I got giardia when I rode around NZ solo. A good idea would be to take Imodium for such an occasion.
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Oh no! I’ve heard of a few people getting giardia in the Aus Alps area as well, thanks for the tip!
@duffynorris-bailey854 Ай бұрын
Great content. These follow ups after hikes are helpful 👍
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you! 🙌🏼
@Hapi2bpba Ай бұрын
Thanks
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you!! ❤️😊
@elisesmith3596 Ай бұрын
You have no idea how excited I was when I saw this! I’m super keen to do this hike! Probably just the Victorian stretch though
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Aw hope it answered some of the big questions for you! Unfortunately our Aussie hikes can be a bit limited on information sometimes but it’s an amazing trail and the VIC section has some incredible views! Have the best time out there 🙌🏼💛
@danielbarron5165 Ай бұрын
Wow you're quite inspirational. Articulate, humble and knowledgeable. Any advise for strengthening the body for longer duration hikes? Particularly the knees for the higher elevation trails. Its the area i notice most on day 3. Thanks 😁
@benl4322 Ай бұрын
Altras + Injinjis FTW! Switched to them last year for half marathons and noticed I wasn't getting blisters anymore 😁
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Such a good combo!! Awesome to hear that you’ve loved them for marathons as well 👏🏼👏🏼
@Amanda-ei7oc Ай бұрын
Oh my gosh! I saw one of your videos for the first time earlier today and I thought “it would be great if she did a gear video” and low and behold you did! What uncanny timing 😊🙏
@peter-robinson Ай бұрын
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@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Haha meant to be! I’ve had a few requests for a gear vid so its awesome to hear the timing was right 😊
@kategiles7503 Ай бұрын
What an awesome adventure 🤩 Check out the Big Agnes Tigerwall UL 2P - it’ sets up like your NF tent but only weighs 1kg and is very roomy for one!
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you and thanks for the recommendation! My current tent has been great for what it is and fitted into the budget I was happy with at the time but I can see so many benefits to making the switch to something lighter! Big Agnes is definitely one I’m considering 🤩🙌🏼
@Resignandreset Ай бұрын
Pademelon jumping behind you :D
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
He was so cute! 🥰
@tangoduck01 Ай бұрын
Thanks very much Laura - super detailed and very informative. Loved the video and the walk - what did the walk cost you in terms of weight - you went very hard and no rest days - did you lose much weight compared to the Bib or Larapinta? Thanks again.
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you and great question! Unfortunately I never weighed myself but it would have been very interesting to know for sure. I’d say from the three the AAWT is definitely the hardest on your body and has the most elevation which would burn through calories fastest. I have a fairly small build to start with so ideally I try to avoid losing weight on trail (:
@jaymiddleton772 Ай бұрын
Getting to and from the trail has always been a limiting factor for me. Looking forward to an autonomous future where I can just tell my car to come pick me up 😂
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Haha definitely a limiting factor!! I think what I did would probably be easier then attempting to get sectional transport if you don’t live in the area. Very grateful for the track angels, they make a lot possible 🫶🏼
@brianclarke1695 Ай бұрын
Try a white spirit stove, the same volume in fuel will last a lot longer than gas
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thanks for the recommendation! I’ve camped with a few people who use them and I’m not sure the fuel option is right for me (just because it’s not something I’m used to). I find I get a lot longer than the recommendation out of a gas stove but it’s great to try new things so I might have to look into it 😊🙌🏼
@brianclarke1695 Ай бұрын
@LauraWaddellTravel Hi Laura, if your considering a white spirit stove, have a look at the optimus svea, I have used one of the for many years, they are tough, compact and reliable, easier to operate that MSR, use a few chips of a firelighters to preheat the stove. White spirit can be found at most hardware stores. About 100ml of white spirit will last about a week or more, and no bulky gas cannisters to carry and dispose off, safe travels
@MisterTMH Ай бұрын
@@brianclarke1695 I have always used a Trangier/ Methylated spirits stove. I can see how much fuel is left in the One litre bottle.
@jodeshikes Ай бұрын
Hey Laura! Thanks for the video. Did you start hiking young? Your knowledge is amazing and so inspiring for me as another female starting out!
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you! I’ve been day hiking since I was little but only started multi day hiking last year and have learnt a lot thankfully along the way. So awesome to hear you’re starting out and hope you’re having the best time ❤️
@carolynmoore9788 Ай бұрын
I’ve been hanging for some Aussie women hiking content. Would love to know how to get started!
@grahamalbrey2804 Ай бұрын
Hi Laura, very much enjoy all your videos but this AAWT one is an epic. So with the benefit of hindsight and having had the opportunity to research the subject, do you still think it was "cows" that scared you off your intended campsite that night? From your description I don't think that is the sort of terrain one might expect to find cattle. Perhaps ask the local indigenous elders what they think about it. Love your work girl 🎉.
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thank you, it really was an amazing adventure for me! In hindsight I would still say that it was cattle that I encountered however I completely agree that it is not typical cattle country and they should not have been there which is what threw me off. I’m sure the local indigenous elders of the area would have very interesting insights and so much knowledge of the land ❤️
@Alan-Godden Ай бұрын
Well I must say I am really impressed young lady. My daughter is a little older than you. She has trouble tying her shoe laces, lol. I'm ex Army and fairly familiar with the outdoors. I predominantly live outdoors these days. Love your content. Stay safe. Flares are handy for all sorts of situations. 👍
@Alan-Godden Ай бұрын
Btw take a look at military winter and sumer sleeping bags they are extremely durable and long lasting. Watch for colourful rocks. You'd be surprised how many gemstones you've stepped over.
@MisterTMH Ай бұрын
Wearing Flared trousers won't save your backside in the wilderness if things go properly wrong . ;-P
@timmo971 Ай бұрын
Ha ha “Moe”. It’s Moeee.
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Haha thank you!! I’ve always said Moe 🤦🏼♀️
@MisterTMH Ай бұрын
M O E= Moccasins on Everybody! ;-P
@brocky77 Ай бұрын
Camera equipment?
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
My AAWT hike way just my iPhone as it was logistically easiest to keep charged but have recently been using a gopro on trail since it’s so compact and better quality (:
@MultiReinforced Ай бұрын
Can some brands please sponsor Laura
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thanks legend! I’m learning so much about gear and outdoor brands along the way 😊
@MisterTMH Ай бұрын
@@LauraWaddellTravel One Planet are based in Melbourne and make good stuff in Melbourne. MONT are based in the ACT.EXPED make good stuff too but I think they are Swiss.
@robertwaddell7532 Ай бұрын
⛺️. Hello ~ you are so Far away ! What do you do ~ while hiking 🥾 / camping 🏕 in an Emergency situation for fire 🔥. ?? Hope you carry ~~~ flint & steel & Fat wood ~~~ for making a fire 🔥 ! It could bee a. Life saver ! ☀️🌻☕️
@LauraWaddellTravel Ай бұрын
Thanks for the question! A lot of the AAWT is fairly remote so I carry a first aid kit and PLB as well as my phone in case of emergency situations. As the trail walks through a number of national parks some areas have restrictions about having fires but there are some great spots as well 🔥
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