Hello my friends!

The most recent update: the great Canadian adventure is over! Jasper conquered! Hitch-hiking back to Vancouver - with some blood-curdling moments - didn't take too long! 11 hours long way back Vancouver-Calgary-Manchester is behind too. Currently enjoying my homeland, beautiful Poland, trying to catch up on family and fiends, at the same time drifting off into the reverie of my wonderful experiences in Canada! THANK YOU ALL FOR THAT!!!

Kinda old stuff bellow ;)

Warmest greetings from beautiful Canada!!!

Some of you may already know, some others still not - I decided to cycle across Canada, British Columbia to be precise - as the province is 4 times as big as the UK!
Also, I may hopefully 'conquer' the Rockies and
the exotic Vancouver Island, we'll see:)
Before I set off, I'd decided to write you guys only when I've achieved
something, not sooner. Saying that, I can finally pat myself on the back
for having completed the first part of the Trans Canada Trail which runs
across the aforementioned Vancouver Island. Biking there and seeing the beauty of the island I decided to
explore it more and cycle farther, beyond the original itinerary

It's Aug 14th, after having conquered Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, having seen so amazing things and having met so wonderful people I'm pushing on through the interior now towards the majestic Rocky Mountains. I am nearer and nearer... More details on request:)

      Now, the most important thing! My trip is not meant to be just about
pleasure (as my muscles tell me from time to time;) Seriously though,
I also want you to join with me in making a difference for victims of war, 
poverty, famine and disease. The Samaritan's Purse is a Christian charity
which offers physical and spiritual aid to people who hurt, wherever
they are. It does truly remarkable work not only within the UK but also in
over 200 other countries across the globe (see http://www.samaritanspurse.org for more details).

      Donating through my profile on JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate in that I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity. So please dig deep and donate now. The people at Samaritan's Purse and myself would be delighted for your help.

Thanks for your time and meanwhile, stay in touch - it's great to hear from you all.
All the best to you guys!!!

Robert Smalira