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Tomorrow, me and my friend Kalel are setting ourselves the challenge of walking around 30 miles from Dane Valley to Dover Castle.
What started as a very spontaneous idea has become something much bigger.
After the incredible support and kind words we received following our walk to Canterbury Cathedral last month, we wanted this challenge to have a purpose beyond just reaching the finish line.
This time, we're hoping to raise £500 for 1st Garlinge Scout Group.
Scouting means a great deal to me personally.
As a child with autism and ADHD, I was a Scout myself. Looking back, I truly believe it helped shape the person I am today. It gave me confidence, friendships, life skills and memories that have stayed with me into adulthood.
Now life has come full circle.
My son has been part of 1st Garlinge Scout Group for the last two years, and I've had the privilege of volunteering as a Squirrels Leader for around six months. Every week I see children grow in confidence, learn new skills, make friends and achieve things they never thought possible.
If our walk can help give more young people those same opportunities, then every mile will be worth it.
We'll be posting regular updates throughout the day as we make our way to Dover, so if you'd like to follow our journey, keep an eye on the updates here and on the New Thanet Chat Facebook group.
If you're able to support us, no matter how big or small the donation, we'd be incredibly grateful. If you can't donate, sharing this page would mean just as much.
Thank you for supporting us, and thank you for helping the young people of 1st Garlinge Scout Group. ❤️🥾