Hi everyone!

 

 

As many of you know, I am currently in South Africa as a volunteer teaching English for 6 weeks.

I have recently signed up to take part in a charity challange, raising money to convert two of the current buildings at the orphanage into Grade R classrooms as part of the Village’s sustainability program. Grade R is the pre school I am currently teaching at, I've got to know the kids really well, they are such hard workers and really deserve this! The money also goes towards purchasing a new container classroom at The Hope Centre in the Westlake community.

So to make sure we get these kids a new classroom this is what the challenege is about:

On November 11th-16th GVI Cape Town are having their biggest Charity Challenge yet! This amazing challenge is inspired by the environmental aims of the 350.org (www.350.org) campaign to raise awareness about carbon emissions and climate change. With that in mind, the idea is to cover a seemingly daunting 350km, visiting 5 of the 'must-sees' the Western Cape has to offer, in only 5 days - without any motorised transport! Yes, you heard correctly. Exactly how may include a gruelling combination of cycling, running, hiking, kayaking, and sailing.

Here is my 5 day schedule:

Friday 11th Nov - Day -1: Team travel to start point at Cape Agulhas

Saturday 12th Nov - Day 1: Cape Agulhas to Hermanus, 110km.

Sunday 13th Nov - Day 2: Hermanus to Gordon's Bay, 82km.

Monday 14th Nov - Day 3: Gordon's Bay to Fish Hoek, 55km.

Tuesday 15th Nov - Day 4: Fish Hoek to Cape Point return, 68km.

Wednesday 16th - Day 5: Fish Hoek to Kirstenbosch then up Table Mountain, 30km. In addition to those taking part in the full challenge we are hoping to encourage other volunteers and staff to fundraise and take part in this final stage.

I've never sailed, I've never been in a kayak, I haven't ever taken up running but I have done a bit of cycling, so this really will be a challenge, but well worth the blood, sweat and tears to make a difference to the future of these amazing children.

I will keep you all updated about my strenuous training regime and post the odd photo to prove my dedication! Any donations are much appreciated and will help make me reach the 750 pound target!

All my love,

Lucy 

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