Kokoda
The Kokoda Track, PNG: September 16 - 26, 2010
In 2010 in response to many requests, MOTE will run a program on the historic Kokoda Track. Our popular program on Altitude and Expedition Medicine will stimulate your mind whilst the challenge of one of the world's most spectacular treks will challenge your body.
Trip Outline - The Kokoda Track
Kokoda
There are many organisations which provide the logistics and support to walk the Kokoda Track. We have researched these extensively and were highly impressed with Adventure Kokoda which is why we have chosen them to work with in running this meeting.
DATES: Ideally you will arrive in PORT MORESBY on the 16th September where we will meet as a group and remain together till the 26th September. You are then free to return home or travel on to even more adventures.
TRIP OUTLINE: For a printable copy use the download PDF. 
September 16
Arrive Port Moresby • Flight arrangements as advised by your travel agent
1:30 pm. Arrive PNG
2:30 pm. Check into Ela Beach Hotel
5:30 – 9:30 pm. Introduction to MOTE Meeting
Logistic Trek Briefing with Adventure Kokoda
Background Briefing on strategic situation on track in July 1942
Dinner
September 17
Conference • Full day of the MOTE meeting (see conference program).
Today will be classroom based with the educational program running from 08:00 - 6:00 p.m. followed by background briefing on strategic situation in July 1942 by Adventure Kokoda from 8:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Conference Program
What NOT to pick up!
The Kokoda Track, PNG: September 16 - 26, 2010
For a printable copy use the download PDF.
September 16
18:00 - 19:00 Introduction to Altitude Medicine – a brief history of high altitude exploration. A brief history of high altitude medicine.
19:00 - 20:00 What is Mountaineering? – an introduction to the world of mountains and its own unique terminology
September 17
08:00 - 09:00 Physiology of High Altitude – definitions. The physics you need to know. Physiological changes at altitude. The importance of HVR and HCVR. How do we begin to acclimatise?
09:00-10:00 Acclimatisation – Physiological responses. How to make sense of the research. Deterioration. Adaptation.
10:00 - 12:30 ( inc morning tea break ) High Altitude Syndromes – Acute Mountain Sickness. Chronic Mountain Sickness. High Altitude Pulmonary Oedema. High Altitude Cerebral Oedema. Miscellaneous syndromes
12:30 - 13:15 Break
13:15 - 14:00 – Avalanche Medicine and Lightning Strike – . Prevention. Avalanche mechanics. Avalanche safety. Avalanche related injury.dPhysics of Lightning. Lightning injury.
