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Target: £2,000.00
Raised so far: £2,105.00
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My story

 

Well, I'm back after taking part in a challenging 5-day trek through Jordan, hiking from the Dead Sea to Petra, suffering temperatures averaging 37 degrees , drinking water like it was free beer and sleeping out beneath the stars - and loving every minute of it - what an amazing experience!  Made all the more special by the fantastic people who formed the group - a varied bunch of characters who made the journey what it was - a journey of a lifetime, and all for an amazing charity.

Hiking over such varied terrain, from large boulders to fine sand, slippery mountains to parched riverbeds, the journey ended at one of the 7 Wonders of the Modern World and was a fantastic adventure which I feel privileged to have been a part of.

Take a look at the photo slideshow link below to see shots from the trip:

http://flickr.com/photos/digitalattraction/sets/72157608053522471/show/

YOU CAN STILL SPONSOR ME, EVEN AFTER THE EVENT...All sponsorship money raised goes to The Douglas Bader Foundation http://www.douglasbaderfoundation.co.uk  An incredible charity which does so much good work for those unfortunate to have suffered limb loss.  The Foundation is celebrating its 25th Anniversary, and I felt it a particularly appropriate charity to support considering the number of limb-related injuries our troops are suffering on operations.  Coupled with Help for Heroes, our troops are getting the best treatment available to them and, more importantly, the follow up after-care that such charities can help provide.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure.  It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: The Douglas Bader Foundation will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

I am also donating a percentage of proceeds from photo shoots, so if you'd like to book a session take a look at www.digitalattraction.co.uk

Please dig deep and sponsor me online.

Many thanks for the very kind donations from everyone so far, and the following organisations:

DYSON Ltd

The Works - Hair & Beauty Salon

Arkells Brewery

Spice Of Asia - Indian Restaurant

And thank you all for your continued support.

If interested in partaking in such an adventure next year, look on the DBF website link above at 'Events'.

Marcus 

better late than never. well done dude Donation by steve j 21/10/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good Luck...thanks for your dedication to a worthy cause, from Big Bear. Donation by The Keller Family 10/10/08  

£25.00

Took a collection from a few friends in Big Bear/First Team Real Estate & Home Warehouse Furniture Donation by Trish 10/10/08  

£75.00

Marcus - Your Awesome! This is such a worthy cause. Good Luck from Big Bear! :-) Donation by Trish 07/10/08  

£25.00

Good Luck Mr D! You can do it! :-) See you soon xxx Donation by Missy G 05/10/08  

£60.00 + £16.92 Gift Aid

Hope you don't get too many blisters! Donation by Kath Williams 23/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Wot about revising the MIP en route? Donation by RAFRLO South West 05/09/08  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

All the best, chaps; great cause! Donation by AM Sir Christopher Coville 01/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Enjoy!! Donation by Heidi M 11/08/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck. Don't get lost and wander into any other countries will you!!!? See you soon Donation by Nick & Mall 31/07/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good Luck & I want to see the pictures of you suffering when you get back! Donation by Alison Griffiths-Brown 25/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck - don't forget the Factor 30! Donation by Nigel Mulholland 25/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck! Donation by Paul Winnister 25/07/08  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Awesome adventure! Carry your Camelbak Sir? Donation by Phill J 25/07/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Rather you than us!!! Good luck and well done x Donation by Charles & Carol 22/07/08  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

Some people will do anything for a week off work! Good luck and watch out for camels wearing lipstick! Donation by The Welshkids 14/07/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck! Quite a challenge but a very worthy cause. Donation by Judith & Charlie 26/06/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

refund with interest if you chicken out!! Donation by mum@syd 22/06/08  

£100.00

Enjoy the walk - I'd keep away from the camels if I were you! Donation by Auditor Alison 19/05/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

All the best - take some plasters Donation by asipt wyton Ian McDonald 14/05/08  

£60.00 + £16.92 Gift Aid

Good luck Donation by Toby D 10/05/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

We're pulling here for you in Yuma! Donation by Lonie 08/05/08  

£10.00

Good luck Donation by Roger Lang 08/05/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

A fine effort. Good luck and enjoy the walk! Donation by Phil Clare 28/04/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

What a great challenge for a wonderful cause. Good luck. Donation by Daniel Wilkinson 23/04/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Thanks for a great shoot, and we love the photos : ) Good luck in supporting such a great cause. Donation by The LYNN Family 18/04/08  

£25.00

Donation by Gav Anderson 31/03/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

A fantastic cause and amazing challenge Donation by Ron Salmon 29/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck - ya mad idiot! Donation by Stumpy 28/03/08  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good effort - Good Luck Donation by Archie 28/03/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
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  Offline donations: £1,095.00
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