Testimonial by Jacklyn Knight, Associate Director, National Training and Development Manager, PRDnat
Your attention to detail also ensured that no historical reference was missed, whether it be the site of a major battle, a long forgotten foxhole or a bullet hidden amongst the leaf litter on the jungle floor...
Kokoda Track - June 2007
When I was asked to drive the Kokoda trek initiative and find a suitable provider, my first considerations were safety and integrity. Integrity being such an interesting concept so often used fragrantly. Having enlisted your services for our trek, I had no hesitation in encouraging our members to take part nor in taking part myself. At no point during our trek did I ever feel that either our safety nor your integrity were compromised. In fact your dedication towards the safety and wellbeing of your trekkers was highlighted as each injury, ache or concern was so meticuously attended to.
Your attention to detail also ensured that no historical reference was missed, whether it be the site of a major battle, a long forgotten foxhole or a bullet hidden amongst the leaf litter on the jungle floor. A floor which you have traversed on so many occasions and which you know and love so well.
I don't believe we could have asked for a more passionate and inspirational leader than you. Not only did you ensure that everyone completed the track in good health but also thanks to your incredible tenacity, they were also given the chance to experience the true spirit of Kokoda and all the elements that make it a truly special place.
So if I were to be asked the question as to why anyone would want to take on the Kokoda Challenge, I'm still not sure how I could have wished for a more insightful, inspirational and awesome journey, a life changing experience for which I feel incredibly privileged and fortunate to have been able to share with you"