The Bogong High Plains Was this a dream finally realized? Optimism ran high amongst some of De La Salle’s finest young men as they finalized preparations for their 5-day expedition across the snow-capped terrain of the Bogong High Plains. Full of expectation they set off on an intrepid journey into a wilderness of unknown challenges, to conquer all that lay ahead. At 6:30 a.m. each day, they crawled out of their warm tents and stood in amazement as the sunlight beamed brightly upon the pristine landscape, revealing breath-taking views of the high country. Throughout the day they were inspired by their passion and determination to test their powers of endurance and survival. However, by 4:30 p.m. their first sensation was one of relief — relief that the long grind for the day was over; that the summit and campsite had been reached. For these young men, it was a feat comparable to landing on the Moon. They were seized by a real sense of euphoria. Feeling somehow light and relaxed, they gallantly exchanged stories of personal conquests and dreamed of the new dawn. As the final hours of the journey drew to an end they quietly reflected on the trials and tribulations of their week. In their minds was such a sight as they had never had before and would never see again – wild, wonderful and totally exhilarating. Nobody would be going home disappointed because they had established memories and friendships to last a lifetime. Mr David Clark
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