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As you may/may not know Mark is a bit crazy and has taken part in a few races, collectively known as Racing the Planet.  Well, in a moment of weakness, I have foolishly joined him in thinking it would be a great idea. After months of delaying, Mark & I are finally off to take part in our first Desert Run together. For those of you who have not heard us go on about it:  The race consists of six stages, lasting 7 days, with distances ranging from 10 to 50 miles (20 - 80 kilometres) per stage. Competitors are required to be fully self-supported throughout the event and must carry all their own food, gear and clothing which they will need to complete the 150 mile (250 kilometre) course. The race will take place in southern Namibia encompassing the famed Fish River Canyon, the second largest canyon in the world, which is up to 550 meters deep in several areas. The course will begin around Keetmanshoop, in a desert region across ankle twisting boulders, stones and soft sand in an area which contains one of the toughest trails in southern Africa. Competitors will traverse mountain ranges and into the Wegdraai Valley, into slot canyons, over the Hunsberg Mountain Range into the Arimas Valley. Competitors will cross the Rekvlakte sand flats ending in the town of Luderitz, but not before facing the Skeleton Coast and 30 meter high sand dunes.

If you would like to follow our adventure, please log onto www.racingtheplanet.com.   This is a challenge of a lifetime and one which we can use as a platform to raise awareness and much needed money for Iain Rennie.  We first became aware of their work when my mum began volunteering for them.  The Iain Rennie Hospice at Home is a local charity working in the Chilterns area of Buck and Herts. Their aim is to offer anyone who has a terminal illness the choice to receive the care and support that they need in the comfort and security of their own home. This is a local charity for Mark & I – the people involved are selfless and provide a hugely beneficial service to our community hence our reason to raise much needed funds for them.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Iain Rennie Hospice At Home gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

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