February 2015 is going to be an amazing month for me as I am attempting to climb Mt Kilimajaro in Tanzania to raise money for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance.

The HIOAA began operations on 1st July 2007.
Since forming the service has flown nearly 5000 rescues and 66 rescues already this year!
As the organisation receives no government funding it is up to the public to raise the £4000 they need everyday to stay in action.       You can't predict when you or one of your loved ones will get into an accident or a dangerous situation that might need their assistance.

Mount Kilimanjaro is the hightest free-standing mountain in the world and the highest point in Africa, reaching 19,341ft (5,895m). The trek will last six days, reaching Uhuru Peak - The Roof Of Africa on day five. 

 

The climb will start at Machame Gate, walking up to Machame Hut then along the Machame ridge line to the Shira Plateau. The route then crosses the Shira Plateau to the base of the Baranco Wall. I will then go east up the Baranco Wall, through the Karanga Valley, to arrive at Barafu Hut. The last part of the climb starts at midnight on day five, reaching Stella Point at sunrise, then climbing the last ascent to Uhuru Peak.

This is the first time I have ever attempted something of this kind and I am really looking forward to the challenge. 

 

 

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