Mission 1: Complete

28 Sep 1:49 pm by Nathan Welch Category: The Expedition

Yeeha!! The first leg is now done & dusted. We arrived in Pilpinto today, just after lunchtime. We are all a little worse for wear & tired – but still in one piece & spirits are high. The adventure has continued since our last post with lots of quirky twists & turns & just plain hard yakka!

We will fill you in on some of the specifics on the hike leg in a little while. At present we have a finite amount of internet time. But rest assured, the stories will be worth the wait…. The team is safe & sound & will be on the whitewater this Saturday….bring it on!

25 Comments

25 Comments »

Well done guys glad you back safe and sound. I know Scott is waiting with great anticipation.
As always safe journey.
Best Richard

Comment by Richard Martin — September 28, 2007 @ 3:39 pm
Well done boys! Can’t believe you’re actually ahead of schedule after all of the hiccups…well actually I can – cos you are legends!

Sending you mental fortitude and physical strength for the days ahead on the water.

Ange XOXO

Comment by Angela Hanly — September 28, 2007 @ 3:48 pm
Hi Boys, it is great to hear that you have arrived at beginning of the start line and the spirits are high .
N

Comment by Bill Welch — September 28, 2007 @ 5:57 pm
Hi Boys , it is great to hear that you have arrived safely at the starting line and the spirits are flying high. Nat I trust Dr Phil has been treating that back of yours.Nat I understand you did find a mule to carry your pack what I dont know is who was the most stubborn you or the mule (ho! ho! ha! ha! he!he!).
Well boys chapter four is about to begin look forward to your next post with the latest adventure. Cheers Bill xxxx.

Comment by Bill Welch — September 28, 2007 @ 6:09 pm
Awe, glad you made it there in one piece. Good luck for- and have fun on the whitewater section. We’re all there with you in the spirit.

Abrie

Comment by Abrie Swanepoel — September 28, 2007 @ 6:21 pm
Great to hear all is going well, all our positive energy & strength are with the greatest team. Best of luck enjoy the whitewater waiting to hear from you next stop. Well Done!!!! Safe Rafting.

Love Toni & Bill xxxx

Comment by Toni-Maree — September 28, 2007 @ 9:34 pm
well done guys, enjoy the balmy waters and paddle hard. het daai rooi hoed toe jou lewe gered? ek s in kosi baai. go team!

Comment by Fritz — September 28, 2007 @ 10:18 pm
wow..ur finally hitting the water!loads of luck guys, hopefully they wont all go like the 1st palmiet rapid!xxx

Comment by littlelatino — September 29, 2007 @ 3:03 am
well done boys on the success of your 1st mission…keep pushing hard and enjoy!!

Comment by jacko — September 29, 2007 @ 11:23 am
Cant believe i missed that phone call!promise next time you ring il be around!!
good luck on the water – bring on the danger!awe!
xx

Comment by littlelatino — September 29, 2007 @ 7:45 pm
Hi Ya’all!!
That’s {1}. Well fellas after all the crap thrown at you, you have proved you could do it. Congrats!!! Hope the mountain air didn’t take too much out of the tank. Praying for your success.

Comment by Grumblebum — September 29, 2007 @ 7:56 pm
We are all behind you, everyone is cheering for the team, good luck on the whitewater. What a success so far, keep the photos coming. Love Bill

Comment by Bill Welch — September 30, 2007 @ 4:42 pm
Well done and have fun with the whitewater. Hope to catch it on the cam.

Comment by Kirri & Pat — October 1, 2007 @ 10:54 am
Porra, where are you guys, the season has started, please remember to stop on your way back to pick up some bread and olive oil.
Also a new Cruiser Diff and a half shaft.
Just put on account.
Laat dit goed gan.

Solly and Jacques

Comment by Felix Unite Namibia — October 3, 2007 @ 5:35 am
Heehaaaaaaaaa!!!!! Awesome….
be praying that there is lots of laughter, fun and games and most fabulous stories for that book!

Lexy x

Comment by Lexy — October 4, 2007 @ 11:58 pm
Hello to the ‘Amazon River Boys’!

We are with you in spirit, every minute of the day.

Love you lots

Carol and Katie

Comment by Carol — October 5, 2007 @ 5:11 am
Eiiisshhh, you River Boys are taking your time in cruising in Paradise! A fresh update is most welcome!

Cheers

Carol and Katie

Comment by Carol — October 5, 2007 @ 5:23 am
Hey boys, we’re anxiously waiting for the next update and set of piccys…….we trust you’re having a safe, exciting and fun time on that raft!!

All our good wishes and love from Donna, Barry, Matt and Sammy xxx

Comment by Donna — October 6, 2007 @ 6:36 am
ditto..bring on an update!!!
hope you guys are all well and safe
xx

Comment by littlelatino — October 6, 2007 @ 7:53 am
ditto..
hope you guys are all well and safe
xx

Comment by littlelatino — October 6, 2007 @ 7:53 am
Hi boys,

Another day in the making as the three of you continue to trek the great adventure of the Amazon. It is not just about the outcomes that we aim to achieve but each and every moment in getting there. No matter what you are faced with at any time in this adventure it is just another opportunity to move one step closer to the finish – its not in knowing our steps ahead but performing each one of them when we need to. You guys are an inspiration and men of great courage, just keep moving forward in Faith that you are always where you should be – the good Lord will take care of the rest. Remember Mark in the Gospels tells us to just believe and all things are possible, this is it. Nat, praying for your body my friend for total restoration and freedom of movement – no more pain. Also praying for a full refressment for you guys to be at your best when starting the white water.

Go in Gods’ speed, protection, peace and guidance, always listen to that inner voice my friends – don’t make decisions against what you feel – no matter what reason tells you – your gut knows what is best.

Travel well,

Mick

Comment by Mick — October 6, 2007 @ 6:18 pm
Hi Mark,Nath, Phil & Scott…sending lots of love from Cape Town and look forward to hearing about the first week on white water ! Cheers Carol & Katie.

Comment by Carol — October 7, 2007 @ 3:10 pm
Boys hope your having a blast on the water and making good progress. Looks like a great part of the world, how’s the fishing? Anyways here is some info Wallabies crashed out of world cup to the Poms in the 1/4 finals, Bokkies into the semis and the best news to come out of it was the french beat kiwi’s he he…

Comment by Willow — October 8, 2007 @ 9:37 am
Hey Scotty! Been thinking about you and hope that you are having fun! Lots of Love. Tarryn

Comment by Tarryn Martin — October 8, 2007 @ 8:05 pm
So julle avontuur het nou begin, julle het klaar als gebreek en nou sit en chill julle weer soos regte donderse gidse, breek bote en wag vir ops.
Laat dit goed gan
Bos Vark

Comment by jacques — October 9, 2007 @ 12:49 am