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Take on the challenge of a lifetime! We have a host of experiences for you to take part in whilst raising funds for Project SIerra.
From cycle rides to climbing challenges, we have that once in a lifetime adventure to suit you. What's more, we'll be on hand to support you from the day you sign up to the day you return. The hardest part will be deciding which challenge to undertake first!
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Runner events in 2010/11 |
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| If you fancy taking on a running challenge this year we’d love to hear from you. Each event has its own fundraising target and we’d be more than happy to discuss any further details with you directly.
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BUPA Great North Run – PLACES NO LONGER AVAILABLE
19 September 2010
Take part in the world’s biggest half marathon along the streets of Newcastle.
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Real Berlin Marathon
26 September 2010
A fast and flat 42 km (26 mile) course around the streets of Germany’s capital.
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Bank of America Chicago Marathon – PLACES NO LONGER AVAILABLE
10 October 2010
Pound the streets of the windy city.
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| Trek events in 2010/11 |
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Mount Kenya Trek
This trek will take you across lush landscape and barren rock before climbing the challenging Point Lenana. From dense forests to snow covered peaks, the beauty of Mount Kenya will take your breath away!
Dates available:
- 25 June – 04 July 2010
- 28 January – 06 February 2011
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Jurassic Coast Weekend
Trek the Jurassic Coast, England’s first natural World Heritage Site, covering 23miles over two days on the South West Coastal Path.
Dates available:
- 16 – 18 July 2010*
- 15 – 17 July 2011*
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Hadrian’s Wall Weekend Trek
Trek for 40km (25 miles) alongside the only remaining sections of Hadrians wall, admiring ancient monuments, beautiful scenery and the skill of the Roman engineers.
Dates available:
- 06 – 08 August 2010*
- 05 – 07 August 2011*
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Peru Trek to Machu Picchu
From high, remote mountain trails to that first sight of the legendary Lost City of the Incas, Machu Picchu, the Lares trek is a stunning alternative to the classic Inca Trail trek.
Dates available:
- 14 – 23 August 2010*
- 13 – 22 August 2011*
- 10 – 19 September 2011
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Kilimanjaro Trek
Embark on the challenge of a lifetime and push yourself to your physical and mental limits by tackling the slopes of the tremendous Mount Kilimanjaro.
Dates available:
- 24 September – 03 October 2010
- 04 – 13 February 2011
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Morocco Sahara Trek
With proud Berbers as your guides and a small caravan of camels to carry supplies, the trek will take you 100km (62 miles) through the stunning and varied landscape of Morocco.
Dates available:
- 29 October – 07 November 2010
- 04 – 13 March 2011
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Everest Base Camp Trek
Nepal is a country in a league of its own with breathtakingly beautiful scenery, a fascinating culture and friendly people. Meeting the villagers whilst trekking through this landlocked gem of a nation is one of its greatest pleasures.
Dates available:
- 13 November – 01 December 2010
- 26 March-13 April 2011
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China Trek the Great Wall
Join this exciting trek along China’s Great Wall and pass through woodland and terraced farmland following the contours of the beautiful hills and mountains in remote areas north of Beijing.
Dates available:
- 07 – 17 April 2011*
- 13 – 23 October 2011
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| Cycle events in 2010/11 |
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London to Paris Cycle Challenge
A five day classic cycle challenge! After 300 miles and some strenuous hill-climbs, the sight of the Eiffel Tower evokes a real sense of achievement.
Dates available:
- 16 – 20 June 2010
- 28 – 01 August 2010*
- 15 – 19 June 2011
- 03 – 07 August 2011*
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Cycle Lands End to John O’Groats
Take on this classic challenge and cycle the length of the British Isles from Cornwall right up the northernmost tip of Scotland covering almost 1,600 km (1,000 miles) in 12 days.
Dates available:
- 31 August – 12 September 2010
- 03 – 15 May 2011
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| Supporting you along the way |
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If you choose to do an event on our behalf, we will support you with:
- a welcome pack with training and fundraising advice
- a Hope and Homes for Children running vest (if you're taking part in one of our running events)
- regular fundraising updates with additional training and fundraising tips
- unlimited support and encouragement from our team
* Please note these trips are open to families – find out more.
To get more information about the events and adventures that awaits you simply email projectsierraevents@hopeandhomes.org or speak to our events team by calling 01722 790111 (please mention that you saw this event on the Project SIerra website).
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