Between now and October 2009 I am attempting to complete a long list of challenges and races. While I'm busy doing all this, it would be nice to raise a bit of money for some worthy charities; Macmillian Cancer Support and Partners
in around 15 days over several legs (267 mile National Trail from the Peak District to the Scottish Borders) ~ This will run over for the next few months. The weather hasn't been kind so far.
~Summit the British 3 peaks (I’ll be leading a team of 18 hikers) ~ We did it! Well, 2.8 peaks anyway. Poor weather made a final summit attempt too hazardous.
I'll also throw in a few adventure races along the way including:
~Polaris (2 day mountain bike orienteering event) ~ Completed
Rat Race (2 day urban race on foot, bike, kayak, rope etc) ~ Completed, we came 13th!
Rat Race Same as above, but this time in London
~The OMM (Original Mountain Marathon - 2 days carrying all our kit, racing over some hills in Wales somewhere, about 15-18 miles each day)
~Hell Runner (11 mile trail run over muddy tracks, through muddy water and up muddy hills) and possibly a few more!
Now this is where you come in, I need you to part with some of you cash to support the following charities...
Macmillian Cancer Support improves the lives of people affected by cancer. They provide practical, medical, emotional and financial support and push for better cancer care (£400 target).
I also raised over £200 (plus £4£ match from npower) for Partners UK directly related to the 3 Peaks Challenge.
I think it's also worth noting that I have covered the cost of all event entries myself. Every penny you donate will go to the charity of your choice. If you’re a taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation. Finally npower will match £4£ the total we raise (before Gift Aid), making your donation go twice as far. So for every £1 you donate, £2.27 will go to the charity!!
Thanks in advance for your support.
Ian
PS. Atacama Desert Challenge 2011 is in the pipeline. Keep an eye out for how plans progress.
