I have returned from the toughest challenge but most amazing and memorable week of my life. I cannot quite believe what i have accomplished and how much i enjoyed myself, even in cabins with no eletricity, running water and long drop toilets!
I saw the Northern Lights in -25 degrees, Awesome. Sledded approx 250 km in -10, if not colder, most days, Looked after my four dogs, Carrie, Auriel, Tyrill and Emma. Skiddooed in an arctic storm. Was utterly exhausted at the end of most days and raised over £2700.
When is the next trip, i hear you ask..... Very soon i hope.
Some Thank Yous - Thank you to everyone for your donations and more importantly, your support and faith in me to complete this fundraising challenge. Thank you to those of you who i haven't seen in years, or just met once or twice for surprising me with your generosity, Thank you to the NHS, inspired by Stephenie Giles for their donation. Thank you all my parents friends who have donated and shown a huge interest in my project.
Thank you to my best friends and family. (It sounds like to oscars, doesn't it?, sorry)
Wine tasting evening, January 17th @7pm, Eastbourne - This event raised £120. Thanks to those of you who turned up, a thoroughly great evening. Thanks to Ben of the Sussex Wine co. for his organisation.
Pub Quiz, January 15th @ Six Bells pub, Chiddingly, East Sussex - Thanks to everyone who came and made this evening a really fun one. A special thanks to Chris Giles who was an excellent quiz master and, i think, will be back by popular demand. Special thank you to everyone who made a further donation and played. This event raised £165 with donations.
Congratulations to Caroline Kemsley, who, following a donation to justgiving, has won the opportunity to have something framed through the Eastbourne Framing Centre.
Signed England Football Shirt - This 'raffle' collection raised £205. Thank you to everyone who has bought a ticket. A Mr Field of Eastbourne won.
Christmas Yoga Cake Collection, this raised £55, thanks to everyone who donated. Namaste.
Charity Bridge Match - Forest Row Community centre, 18th December.This event was a huge sucess and I believe everyone who played had a great day. Thank you to everyone who participated and donated and thank you to the Director of the day. This event raised £300.
Collection at Ashurst Wood Primary School. Thanks to everyone who donated at the school fair. This event raised £40.
Media coverage my fundraising ideas and story are being featured in the Eastbourne Herald and Gazette, local Eastbourne magazine, East and the East Grinstead Courier. Let me know if you want laugh at my face in the paper and i'll get you a copy. All excellent publicity for the charity and the challenge.
Thank you for visiting my fundraising page. I am appealing for sponsorship to complete an arctic trek in aid of Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.
Why Battersea Dogs and Cats Home
My first dog, Asterix was rescued from Battersea in 1976 by my parents and since her, i have rescued many cats and my dog and for this reason, i would like to give something back to the charity. I know my animals have had very happy homes living with me, and i wish all the little cuties at Battersea all the comfort and care before they go onto their new cosy homes.
Battersea
*Battersea has been established for 140 years.
*Battersea's aims are to rescue, reunite, rehabilitate and re-home lost, unwanted and abandoned dogs and cats.They rescue and re-home over 3,600 dogs and 2,100 cats annually.
*The average stay for a dog is 23 days.
*Cats stay at the centre for a shorter period, mainly because they are easier to rehome to people in flat accomodation.
*There are three Battersea sites in the south and Battersea drivers are collecting strays and unwanted dogs everyday.
*The centre is open 365 days a year and is looked after by paid staff and volunteers
*It costs Battersea 32,000 per day to run it's three sites.
So you see the animals need our help. Please sponsor me today and help me make their lives a little easier. It's easy to do, just click the Sponor us now button above and pledge even a £5, as every little helps. Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Battersea Dogs & Cats Home 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.
Finally, if anyone has any contacts or knows of any companies or organisations who might be interested in sponsoring me please do pass me on their details.
So many thanks for taking the time to read this and sponsor me. I and the dogs and cats of Battersea really do appreciate it.
