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***** HEY just and update *****

http://www.richmondandtwickenhamtimes.co.uk/news/richmondnews/4274517.Canoeists_to_paddle_125_miles_non_stop_for_charity/

And to all who have already donated THANKYOU!

Thank you for visiting our fundraising page.

Easter Weekend Russ Dawkins & Randall Watson will be paddling non stop through the night from Devises Wiltshire to Westminster bridge in the annual DW Canoe Marathon www.dwrace.org.uk.

Russ is a seasoned veteran, Randall has paddled numerous endurance events. We are aiming to finish the race in 19hours and a top 10 place in doubles, were also hoping to win the veterans trophy.

What makes this challenge all the more special is we will be paddling together in a boat that belonged to ALEX GOHAR a member of Richmond Canoe Club who sadly passed away in November 2008 www.richmondcanoeclub.com.

Alex was an not just your ordinary paddler, he was an extraordinary canoeist who achieved what no normal person could achieve by finishing the DW in the 4 day event 2007. Despite his serious illness he had suffered for many years and being partially blind, this achievement gained him notable respect amongst the canoeing community.

Alex was described as a "LIFE LONG CANOEIST".

In memory of our great friend we are hopeing to raise money for the St Georges Charitable Foundation - Endocrine investigation Unit, Thomas Addison Unit. Who cared for Alex and let him continue a normal life for so many years.

Alex was a great giver in his time combined with his talent, working with coaching children in canoeing and also speaking at schools about his illness. As well he did a lot of volunteer work in aid of endocrine disorders.

We ask you to dig deep into your pockets as we will with every stroke!


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Randall Watson & Russ Dawkins DW 2009

Congratulations to the two of you! Great cause. Donation by Andy Richards 26/05/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

raised at my workplace - donations from the public! Donation by Russ 25/04/09  

£67.00 + £18.90 Gift Aid

Ramsey and Carmen thanking RCC Donation by Ramsey and carmen Gohar 17/04/09  

£200.00

I agree with Quiggers!! Donation by Chaffs 15/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done guys Donation by Oliver Isbell 15/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good stuff Donation by Russ Stewart 14/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Would say good luck but hopefully you have finished by now....! Donation by Charlotte F 14/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Russ, break a leg or maybe two Donation by Paul K 14/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

I think Clarkie says it all below Donation by The Davies' 14/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Paddling through the night ... I hope you don't have any wet dreams. Godo luck!!! Donation by Clarkie 12/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

good luck! Donation by Danny 11/04/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Lets hope it doesn't rain.. Donation by Berj 10/04/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good Luck Guys. Remember Russ has been know to loose his "Bhoyo-ancy" around old metalic objects! May your paddles stay in one piece! Donation by Spence 10/04/09  

£50.00

sure you will do a sterling job, so good luck and see you at a portage! Donation by catherine 10/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck boys I wouldnt fancy Russ BEHIND me in any situation. Donation by oli smallman 10/04/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Yeah. Great cause and even greater if Randall can paddle slap the cheeky Welsh Bhoyo coupla times along the way. Good luck lads. Donation by Quiggers 10/04/09  

£100.00

See you on the course Donation by John 10/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck guys Donation by Piran 10/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

ENJOY! Donation by Tim & Carolyn 10/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Your top 3 spot is waiting to be claimed - go for it! Donation by Pete Knight 09/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

its a good cause! Donation by Nick Garner 08/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck Donation by Barkha 08/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck and hope to give you a shout as you paddle through Richmond Donation by Tony 08/04/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck you W.A. extreme sports fanatic. BTW - Where do you go for a poo? Donation by Dan Butcher 08/04/09  

£10.00

Keep an eye on Russ, he likes to swim in the middle of the night to freshen up Donation by Druggie 07/04/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

15hrs+ now that's a race! I'll be thinking of you while I'm enjoying the looong Easter Weekend - NUTTERS!! Donation by Susan Maddison 07/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
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