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I'm doing it for cancer!
#doitforcancer
After the incredible & overwhelming support last year from our Clermont, Townsville & extended communities for the “Central Qld Cancer Charities Hike” in which we hiked 71.2km across the Drummond Range in 19.23 hours & raised $8266.40 for the Cancer Council Qld, Wes & I will raise the bar even higher this year & set ourselves an even bigger challenge of hiking 90-100km across the Peak Range in Central Queensland. This event is based out of Clermont.
Across the weekend of 28/29 May, in an effort to continue to increase awareness & raise much needed funds for the Cancer Council Queensland, we will attempt to hike the entirety of the rugged, remote, beautiful & volcanic Peak Range, totally cross country & off trail.
From the impressive Gemini Peaks & Wolfang Peak in the north, to the breathtaking Lords Table Mountain in the central section of the range, to the monstrous Scotts & Ropers Peaks in the South, we will hike past just about every named & unnamed peak in the range, finishing near my favourite peak, Mount Macarthur.
Depending on the conditions & terrain, we may choose to hike this continuously, but may also choose to stop for a breather at the halfway mark Saturday afternoon/early evening, then set off again to complete the remainder of the hike early Sunday morning, finishing Sunday afternoon/early evening.
In any case, barring injury or other unforeseeable circumstances, our goal is to hike 90-100km. The terrain will be challenging & everything you’d expect from an off trail 90-100km bush bash with an elevation change of roughly 1000m along the trail I have designed using satellite imagery & other software.
Please support our efforts by SPREADING THE WORD, SHARING our event & MAKING A DONATION to our event!
**This hike is entirely on private property & has required permission & support from 10 different landowners, which we are extremely grateful for**
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Hike Details (First 50km)
We will set off in the early hours of Saturday Morning (28/5/22) from near Mount Castor of the Gemini Mountains, the northernmost Point of the Peak Range.
We will hike past the Gemini Peaks, before turning SE & heading for Wolfang Peak which we will pass to the east.
From Wolfang, we hike cross country in a SE direction before turning east towards Mount Donald, then south towards Lords Table Mountain.
By the time we reach Lords Table Mountain, we would have clocked up approx 45-50km
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Hike Details (50km - 100km)
From Lords Table Mountain, we will hike east, then turn SE, traversing the stunning central section of the Peak Range. We will pass the Hodgson Range, Gilberts Dome, Charleys Peak, Browns Peak & Eastern Peak to name a few, before heading south towards Calverts Peak.
Passing to the east of Calverts Peak, we will traverse the southernmost extremities of the Peak Range, eventually ending up to the east of Scotts Peak, Ropers Peak & Malvern Hill.
When we hit Lowestoff Road, this will be the southernmost point of the hike & our turnaround point.
From Lowestoff Road, the final leg will see us hike NW, before heading for the finish point on Cothersone Road near the spectacular Mount Macarthur.
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WHAT IS OUR MOTIVATION TO HIKE 100km?
To increase awareness & raise funds for a cause that has touched many of our lives either directly or indirectly. Last year, our hike was dedicated to the late Councillor Lyn Jones of Clermont & her fierce & determined battle with cancer. This year we are again dedicating this event to the late Councillor Jones & each & every person who has been touched by this horrible disease. Our families, friends, loved ones; every single person across our communities who has felt pain & experienced loss associated with Cancer - we are doing this for you.
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HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT US / BE INVOLVED?
DONATE - You can donate to our event by following the link below:
SPONSOR - You can become involved as an event sponsor. Please call Michael Pugh on 0491353524 to find out more.
FOLLOW US - Across the weekend, when in signal, we will post updates & stats.
JOIN US - On Sunday 29th, we are gathering for a dinner at the Commercial Hotel in Clermont at 6pm. This will be a chance for those who have donated, sponsored & supported the event to join us for a meal at the conclusion of the hike! More info to follow..
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EVENT DETAILS
Belinda (Cancer Council Central Qld) - 07 3634 5135
Michael Pugh - 0491353524
Thank you to my Supporters

$1.02k
Anonymous

$1.02k
Strathmore Exports Pty Ltd
In memory of Lyn Jones

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Anonymous
For Mum.

$520
Terracom Clermont

$500
Justin Scanlan
Let's go Michael good luck!

$500
Justin Scanlan
Great initiative Michael hopefully it’s more successful than last year. Good luck!

$230
Janice Stein
Go go go

$105.50
Frieda Berry-porter
At least it should be a bit cooler than the last big hike! Go well out there and looking forward to the pics!

$105.50
Carolyn Mcghie
Awesome cause Michael, Take care, stay safe and most of all enjoy the challenge. 🤗

$105.50
Vj Sumiller

$100
Melanie D'arcy
Great cause Michael, best of luck!

$100
Kalman Horvath
Good luck Michael & Wes. Stay safe!!

$52.75
Marty

$52.75
Anonymous
Massive effort fellas great cause well done!

$52.75
Zac + Milka
Good luck Michael! Milka and Zac

$52.75
Paul Musumeci
Well done Michael and Wes, Cancer is a terrible disease that I have fought and won but have also lost loved ones as a result. Always happy to support what you guys do

$52.75
Brian Marilyn
All. the best Michael and Wes for this worthy cause.

$52.75
Nina Hensley
Good luck - hope the shoe leather holds out.

$52.75
P And J Otto
You are an inspiration Micheal. Best of Luck. Hope the weather is kind!

$52.75
Diana Simpson
Guys, good luck with your challenging hike. It’s a great cause you are doing this for. See you in Clermont.

$52.75
Anna Gullo
Well done Michael and Wes for your commitment. This is a worthy cause and we commend you for bringing it to peoples attention.

$52.75
Matthew Larsen

$52.75
Matt & Jac Ray
All the best team. What a great cause a real challenge through a spectacular part of the Central Highlands.

$52.75
Rhett And Shan Stubbs
All the best with the hike. Take it easy and keep safe.

$50
Kylie Burnett
You're a legend Wes! Love your commitment darling xx

$50
Andrew
Great job fellas 🙌🏼

$31.65
Rhonda Graffin
Extraordinary achievement Guys. So proud of your efforts in supporting this worthy cause.

$26.38
Tina Fitzgerald

$26.38
Martin Hodgson
We’ll done once again! For the walk and for raising the money!

$26.38
Tom

$26.38
Caitlyn Mittelstadt
Wishing you a safe walk with minimal spiders ;)

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Georgia Lamperd

$21.10
In memory of my sister. Lyn Jones. Never forgotten.