PARTICIPATE IN THE ADVENTURE
on Australia’s Bicentennial National Trail

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Due to the incredible response from those who have previously participated on the ride and the interest expressed by many others, I hope to continue sharing this experience and continue taking people on the trail. If you are interested in the Bicentennial National Trail (BNT) and wish to experience some of this real packhorse trail adventure with me please let me know as soon as you can. I will be taking people on some of the more spectacular parts of the trail from September 1999 into 2000. I will keep you posted as more plans are made.


CONTACT

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Phone: 02 4958 9798
Mobile: 0418 486 285
Write to:
        
Gabrielle Schenk
47 Fishing Point Road
Rathmines NSW 2283
AUSTRALIA

My horses are excellent riding horses and I can cater for various levels of riding ability. If you are interested in this rare opportunity from September 1999 into 2000 please contact me.

See Riding The BNT and the Newspaper Article for more details of the ride.

At present I can only cater for one or two customers at a time using my horses so please
book early. You may also join me with your own horse(s). Please refer to the Ride Descriptions and Costs below.

I look forward to hearing from you!


Photo Two: Monique came along for
one week from Innot Hot Springs to
Waruna Station, North Queensland.

     

Photo Three: Silvi joined me with
her own horses for four months from
Townsville to Rockhampton.


Photo One: Barrington Tops National Park, Central Queensland
- Riding up Mount Barrington, my horses, Gambit, Fonz and Minnie. October 1996.

Photo Two: Herbert River, Far North Queensland
- Monique (here riding my horse Fonz) on arrival at our river camp. June 1995.

Photo Three: Burdekin River, North Queensland
- Silvi (from Switzerland) crossing the river with her two horses JR and Paint. October 1995.

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RIDE DESCRIPTIONS AND COSTS


All Inclusive Pack Trail Rides

Includes excellent reliable riding horses, comfortable saddle, shared use of the pack horse and camp gear, tent and all food. This is not just a holiday but the opportunity to participate in the real adventure. Some horse handling and riding experience is preferred.

Maximum of 10kg of personal gear allowed on pack horse.
Strict Maximum of 90-95kg on riding horse (and preferably less than 80kg)
- includes you and your riding gear.

Rides on the Bicentennial National Trail in New South Wales from September 1999 to April/May 2000

Seven day ride adventures $750
Two week ride adventures $1350

Rides on other trails will also be included.
Longer or shorter rides can be arranged to suit your needs.
For beginners and/or a full holiday: Seven days - $850; Five days - $650.

What you need to bring


Participating with Your Own Riding Horse(s)*

Includes shared use of the packhorse, pack and camp gear, tent, electric fence, all food, and horse feed if necessary. If you live nearby this is an opportunity to take your own horse(s) on the Trail. Some trail riding experience is essential.

Seven day ride adventures $550
Two week ride adventures $950

Rides on other trails will also be included.
Longer or shorter rides can be arranged to suit your needs.
I can take two people with their own horses: Seven days - $960 ($480 each).

Maximum of 10kg of personal gear per person allowed on packhorse.

See below for What you need to bring.

* You will be responsible for your horses wellbeing, shoeing and all extra horse costs. There is an option to use my horses for $20-30/day extra. If you require me to replace lost shoes on your horse(s) it will cost $10-15/shoe.


All prices are in Australian Dollars

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Personal Gear List

PLEASE KEEP GEAR AS LIGHT AS POSSIBLE.
Strictly 10kg maximum on packhorse (does not include riding gear)

RIDING GEAR

Riding/walking boots

Riding helmet or hat / Akubra (experienced riders only)

Riding pants OR leggings/shorts and chaps

Riding Gloves

Camera and spare film and camera batteries

Pocket Knife and Pouch

CAMPING GEAR

Light weight sleeping bag to suit the season
- a good down sleeping bag is recommended (-3 to -5 'C).

Light sleeping bag sheet

Light sleeping mat
- self inflating mats are insulating and a lot more comfortable.

Light weight back pack or equivalent to put all the following gear in:

CLOTHES: Casual long pants and/or tracksuit pants; Shorts; Two long sleeve shirts or tops to prevent sunburn; T shirt and/or tank top; Warm jumper; Socks and underwear; Swimwear (in warmer weather).

Light towel and wash cloth

Lightweight Rain Coat, Rain Poncho, and Rain Pants

Light casual shoes

Small torch and spare batteries

Sunscreen, insect repellent and lip balm

Minimal toiletries

Any necessary medication and/or vitamin supplements

WINTER OR COLD CLIMATES

Extra Clothes: Warm jacket and/or second warm jumper; Singlets; Skivvy; Thermal underwear and/or warm tights; Head band/beanie; Scarf; Thick socks; Wool/thermal gloves;

Good rain gear

Warm riding gloves


Equipment List for bringing own Riding Horse


(Must be experienced with your own horse) In addition to Personal Gear:

Riding saddle

Saddle cloths (one or two)

Saddle bags or small back pack

Bridle

Rope halter

Good lead rope

Horse dandy brush

Hobbles (if you have them)


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