As a former mountain rescue team member in Snowdonia many years ago, I was fortunate to work with helicopters. I understand them and respect their value.

Considering the distances across Wales over unpredictable roads and terrain, the Wales Air Ambulance Charity offers rapid patient transport, lifesaving skills and care. A vital service for us all.

This October, I've set myself a challenge in the Himalayas and hope to raise awareness and money for the charity.

I'm going to the base camp of Annapurna 1, the 10th highest mountain in the world. At 4100m this is situated in a huge glacial basin called The Sanctuary and surrounded by towering peaks of the Annapurna Massif. I'll be trekking alone for about 6hrs a day over 9 days.

The whole trip is 100% self funded.

I would appreciate your support to raise enough to cover the cost of one flight/mission ... £3000.

Nobody in Wales knows who'll need it next.

Follow me on Instagram: johnsswin

Thank you. Diolch.