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Target: £6,000.00
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Imagine finding a trail winding a way through the highest summits of the Himalaya.  A 'ShangriLa' for those who love moving on foot through the mountains.  With vision, passion and dedication, this dream became a concept and this concept became a reality. The Great Himalaya Trail (GHT) was born - one of the highest and longest 'trails' in the world, linking ancient trading and pilgrimage trails through remote and rugged mountain districts.

My project is to follow the GHT across the breadth of Nepal from Kanchenjunga Base Camp in the east to Hilsa on the western border with Tibet.  My journey has precedent but 'running for records' on a journey such as this is perhaps meaningless - crossings of the country inevitably vary in distance, cumulative height, remoteness, terrain and level of logistical support.  If my journey is to be judged it will be on the elegance and style of the final journey I craft.

My dream is simple - to cross this beautiful country keeping as much as possible to trails through the high mountains - moving as quickly as possible - with minimal support - making a journey within and without (body, mind and soul) - and sharing this experience so that it becomes something so much deeper than my own personal journey.

A sky dance .... running with respect, with humility, with passion, with courage and with joy.

Facts: it will be a journey of more than 1000 miles through the Greater Himalaya reaching a maximum height of almost 6200m.

Fundrasing: I hope to run in the spirit of peace and friendship, with a style and approach to show respect for the local environment, peoples and culture.  I'd like to use this run to show my respect for the Nepalese people and for the steps being taken to ensure a peaceful future for the country.  I will be raising money for Community Action Nepal.  This charity, founded by the world renowned British mountaineer Doug Scott, focuses on working with local people and village communities through sustainable health and education projects.

To 'follow' my journey: Daily updates will be posted to The North Face website and to my twitter account.

www.lizzyhawker.com

www.twitter.com/lizzihawker

 

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Well done Lizzy in making this inspirational journey. We wish you all the best with your pursuits. (Vibram Hong Kong 100) Donation by Kin Hang Hiking Club on 15/03/12

 
£100.00
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I wish you well with your running and all your efforts to raise funds for Community Action Nepal. (2012 Vibram Hong Kong 100) Donation by Timothy Rainer on 21/02/12

 
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Lizzy ! Well done on winning the Everest Sky Race. Your running achievements are amazing! Best wishes x Donation by Nick Crisp on 18/01/12

 
£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid

Donation by Anonymous on 16/01/12

 
£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
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Best of luck with reaching the target and all your endeavours in 2012! Andrew Strachan (Vibram Hong Kong 100) Donation by Andrew Strachan on 05/01/12

 
£150.00
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Well done on all your efforts (Vibram Hong Kong 100) Donation by Oliver Stratton on 05/01/12

 
£150.00 + £37.50 Gift Aid
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Great job for this year! I'm looking forward to run with you in Scuol or Chamonix. Now we will enjoy the beautys of this winter. "engraziel fetg" Donation by Markus Inauen on 26/12/11

 
£100.00

Donation by Piet Hein SCHRAM (Vibram Hong Kong 100) on 25/12/11

 
£150.00
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Donation by aurelia bunao (vibram hong kong 100) on 21/12/11

 
£150.00
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Congrats on amazing year Lizzy. Look forward to seeing you either in HK for the HK100 or another week in Chamonix.. Donation by Thomas Naughton on 19/12/11

 
£200.00 + £50.00 Gift Aid

Donation by Nora Senn (Vibram Hong Kong 100) on 13/12/11

 
£70.00

For Lizzy's Community - happy Xmas. Let's go for Vibram HK 100 Donation by Arnaud Picut on 12/12/11

 
£150.00

Martin Boldt-Christmas (Bibram HK100) Donation by Martin Boldt-Christmas on 12/12/11

 
£150.00

For Lizzy's Community Action Nepal efforts . For Vibram HK 100. Thank you ! Donation by Sing Yin Raymond Chow on 11/12/11

 
£150.00

Brian DeBruin (Vibram Hong Kong 100) Donation by Brian De Bruin on 11/12/11

 
£150.00

Great cause, and great approach - elegance & style, I like it. "(Vibram Hong Kong 100)", Donation by Richard Mountstephens on 11/12/11

 
£150.00

For Lizzy's Community Acton Nepal efforts - a really good and worthwhile casue. For Vibram HK100. Thank you Donation by Stephen McCullough on 11/12/11

 
£150.00

For Lizzy's Community Action Nepal efforts (Vibram Hong Kong 100) Donation by Mark Fielding on 10/12/11

 
£150.00

because sometimes dreams come true Donation by alain bartolini (Vibram hong kong 100) on 10/12/11

 

Sounds like quite an experience and a great cause. Glad you made it to safety (and with a tale to tell!) All the best - J&S Donation by Janet and Steve (Vibram Hong Kong 100) on 10/12/11

 
£500.00

Saw your feature in the Sunday Times. Your feats are impressive alreadtbut this run should be awe inspiring. Donation by Philip Davies on 17/11/11

 
£10.00 + £2.50 Gift Aid

You are an incredible inspiration to all of us - enjoy your journey. Donation by david turfitt on 13/11/11

 

Donation by Penny Holliday on 31/10/11

 

Dear Lizzy, you will do it! With love and best wishes and see you soon back in the alps. From the Yogies in Klosters Donation by Ursula Pretzlik on 22/10/11

 
£200.00

Donation by Alan Evans on 16/10/11

 
£20.00 + £5.00 Gift Aid
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