Author: forte

  • Wide rural landscape under a bright blue sky with scattered white clouds. A paved road runs straight into the distance on the right, bordered by tall trees on one side and dry grassland on the other. Foreground includes a wire fence and dry vegetation, while expansive fields and distant mountain ranges stretch across the background. This description emphasizes the openness, natural beauty, and tranquility of the rural scene, keeping it clear and accessible.

    October 6, 2016
    Autumn has always been my favourite time to hike. This morning, the leaves are forming soft cushioning under my feet,…
  • A side-profile shot of a man with grey hair and glasses speaking at an outdoor ceremony. He holds a piece of paper and stands behind a metal lectern. In the background, large blue and white banners for the "Kokoda Track Memorial Walkway" stand among green trees, and the corner of a wooden harp is visible to the right.

    September 29, 2016
    I have trekked The Kokoda Trail on and off for 52 years from January 1964 to August 2016. I have…
  • A large group of men in athletic and hiking gear posing for a photo in front of the black arches of the Kokoda Track memorial in Papua New Guinea. Several men in the front row are holding a large Australian flag.

    September 22, 2016
    (Original article posted September 21, 2016 2:25 PM via hawthornfc.com.au, © 2016) Hawthorn will again return to the Kokoda Track in 2016, 12…
  • The Brigade Hill Memorial, a rectangular stone block with two bronze plaques, sits on a grassy slope. Several red artificial poppies are placed along the top edge of the stone. The background shows a lush, green valley with dense trees under bright sunlight.

    September 2, 2016
    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…
  • A green metal mailbox with a red flag up, situated on a quiet country road.

    August 30, 2016
    Whilst not a traditional travel related blog topic, managing expectations is as relevant to the Kokoda Track as it is Everest…
  • An overhead view of outdoor gear laid out on a wood surface, including a grey backpack with purple straps, trekking poles, a hydration bladder, a map of Vermont’s Long Trail, clothing, and snacks like an orange and granola bars.

    July 8, 2016
    Trekking equipment is designed to keep you comfortable and protected while you are doing what you love to do the…
  • A group of people carrying large hiking backpacks walk along a grass path through a clearing. The scene features tropical plants like banana trees, small thatched huts, and a dense, green forested hillside in the background.

    June 21, 2016
    This article was first published on http://www.kokodachallengeevents.com/ In a world of abundance, excess, demands and deadlines, many of us might find…
  • Group of trekkers in rain gear hiking through grassy hills in Australia, organized by Getaway Trekking, with backpacks, walking sticks, and scattered sheep under an overcast sky.

    February 3, 2016
    Trekking isn’t just an outdoor activity; it’s a life-changing adventure that connects you with nature, challenges your mind and body,…
  • Vibrant green leaves on thin branches frame the left and right sides of the image. The center is a soft, out-of-focus bokeh of light greens and whites, creating a fresh, airy, and natural backdrop.

    November 16, 2015
    The health benefits of trekking are a significant and major reason why it is such a popular activity. Trekking is…
  • A woman hiking in Mt Kilimanjaro

    September 7, 2015
    The face of trekking and adventure travel is evolving and it’s largely thanks to female trekkers. Women worldwide are increasingly…