Freycinet, again!

[north-north-west]

Last time I did it as a daywalk, including the sidetrip down to Bryan's Beach. Dolphins at Wineglass, two orchids I hadn't seen before, and a new butterfly . . . and I am most definitely neither young nor particularly fit.

NNW,
So you are saying that a 30 km over some undulating terrain is an easy day walk ?? two things yes you are not as old as me but you do walk as I understand regularly so I believe are fitter than most and I believe that it is Bovine Excrement to suggest that this is a DAY walk for other than Fit folks and why would you ?
corvus

No, I'm saying that I managed it as a daywalk (in fact, I've done the circuit five times and only once as an overnighter) and I am most definitely not that fit. Just ask the lads who were on the Solitary trip how slow I can be uphill.

[Nuts]

I ca still drag my fat *&%$#! through 30ks in a day Corv... There was a time when i had the energy to bother running that far..

Anyhow.. as for Molly..
Hi Molly, you need to explain the plan a bit better, who's organising it? Why the late start? You look shocked already , so probably have an idea the effort required..for your Overnight walk?

[corvus]

Last time I did it as a daywalk, including the sidetrip down to Bryan's Beach. Dolphins at Wineglass, two orchids I hadn't seen before, and a new butterfly . . . and I am most definitely neither young nor particularly fit.

NNW,
So you are saying that a 30 km over some undulating terrain is an easy day walk ?? two things yes you are not as old as me but you do walk as I understand regularly so I believe are fitter than most and I believe that it is Bovine Excrement to suggest that this is a DAY walk for other than Fit folks and why would you ?
corvus

No, I'm saying that I managed it as a daywalk (in fact, I've done the circuit five times and only once as an overnighter) and I am most definitely not that fit. Just ask the lads who were on the Solitary trip how slow I can be uphill.

Please forgive my old brain and body you are saying you are not fit but can do a 30 km walk over undulating (steepish and uneven ,going down ) as a day walk which means in good day light you managed 4km per hour average ? so what did you see and why do it five times ?
I personally walk for pleasure and around 15km is normally my max for a day ,stop smell the roses ,camp and enjoy the ambiance
To each their own but I am not into extreme hiking any more and tend to err on the side caution especially if young Adults are involved.

[Macca81]

Play nice boys, the young lady is asking a question, not trying to start a fight about who can walk the furthest in a day

[corvus]

Sorry if I come across as not being nice I just suppose upon reality I am commenting on my personal ability now.
corvus

[ILUVSWTAS]

Done the circuit as a daywalk twice. Takes about 7-8 hrs. And contrary to what some on here think, I am not super fit!!

With respect why would you do a really nice 30 km circuit walk (especially twice) as a day walk and claim to be not super fit ? what did you see and smell ?
I guess as I am twice your age it was OK for me to do it in two days and observe the flora ,fauna and just take in the overall feel of this really nice area I even found a plant that I had not observed before
corvus

Because we can corvus, because we can.... with any luck there will be plenty of time to smell the roses on other days. I've been to the area many times and have a different experience each time.
I was with ILUV on one of his circuits and while I went up Mt Freycinet he spent time at the base relaxing and absorbing the environment he was in. Best not assume it just makes an .....

Well said SBS, and thanks.

So yes Corvus, with respect.. thats why. We even spent 30minutes for lunch sitting on a lovely beach enjoying the sun. And we saw lots of lovely sights... Especially close to the carpark... Remember Dan?????

I say go for it Molly!! If you dont make it, allow more time next time!!

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[doogs]

I did the circuit as a day walk last June. I did the section from Hazards beach back to the car park after sunset and didn't have any trouble following the path. I was too lazy to get my headtorch out and still managed not to lose the track!!
If there's a full moon you may need to wear sunglasses on Wineglass Bay at night as the sand would be so bright

[Macca81]

Sorry if I come across as not being nice I just suppose upon reality I am commenting on my personal ability now.
corvus

Don't worry, it was aimed at the 3 of you

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[stepbystep]

It's worth noting Molly, there is good camping near the turnoff for Mt Freycinet if you were uncomfortable continuing to Cooks.
It would give a good opportunity to summit Mt Freycinet in the morning for an amazing sunrise!

All this talk of Freycinet has got me wanting to go back again...

[Nuts]

Ha, i'd laugh if she means they are planning to cross the isthmus!

[Son of a Beach]

Remember that each person is entitled to their opinion. Others are also entitled to question that opinion, but please be careful to debate the topic and not the person.

It's worth noting that even those who are saying that it can be done as a day walk are also saying that the suggested plan here is not a good one.

[MrWalker]

I'd like to be added to the list of day-walkers (under 7hrs for the Mt Graham circuit) and I'm over 60, so I'm guessing not many of you are "twice my age".

However, I did pause to look at the views from time to time and I cannot see any sense in planning a trip in that area that is expected to require walking any of the route at night.

[Graham51]

I have just read this entire topic and must say I didn't much like how the young lady's request for opinions and advice ended up in what seemed like a slanging match between a few individuals pushing their own barrows and slapping themselves on the back. I doubt whether Molly is any the wiser about her prospects for the trip after reading the "advice" from supposedly experienced bushwalkers.

[ILUVSWTAS]

I have just read this entire topic and must say I didn't much like how the young lady's request for opinions and advice ended up in what seemed like a slanging match between a few individuals pushing their own barrows and slapping themselves on the back. I doubt whether Molly is any the wiser about her prospects for the trip after reading the "advice" from supposedly experienced bushwalkers.

Disgusting isnt it!

[Molly-]

I think the walk is best done in daylight as I can enjoy looking at everything and not have to feel rushed casue it will be getting late... I would much rather driving up there from here in hobart, and make the trip worth it! One of the other girls has decided that it doesnt matter... we are now leaving hobart tomorrow at 9am!
Would much rather be in there now however.
Im not a sook at all, I can do it. Freycinet is easy, I just want to be able to enjoy the walk.
the criteria is 10 hours walking and to achieve the award that im striving for, I need to do everything by the book!

[MrWalker]

I think the walk is best done in daylight as I can enjoy looking at everything and not have to feel rushed casue it will be getting late... I would much rather driving up there from here in hobart, and make the trip worth it! One of the other girls has decided that it doesnt matter... we are now leaving hobart tomorrow at 9am!
Would much rather be in there now however.
Im not a sook at all, I can do it. Freycinet is easy, I just want to be able to enjoy the walk.
the criteria is 10 hours walking and to achieve the award that im striving for, I need to do everything by the book!

Your original post implied 2 nights and then later it appeared to be two short half days, so some of the "advice" wandered off course.
10 hrs walking is about right carrying overnight gear, you'll probably be a bit longer walking than that, but you should have plenty of time to enjoy the views.

[Macca81]

The original post was last year...

[corvus]

I'd like to be added to the list of day-walkers (under 7hrs for the Mt Graham circuit) and I'm over 60, so I'm guessing not many of you are "twice my age".

However, I did pause to look at the views from time to time and I cannot see any sense in planning a trip in that area that is expected to require walking any of the route at night.

I guess you did it in day light eh!!
Corvus