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HAVING A GO: Tova Dahn climbs the wall at Hot Rocks. She has been on two of The Childrens Centres overseas adventures

Published on 17/02/2013 11:45

Charity fundraisers have a chance to scale the height of Mount Kilimanjaro right here in the Isle of Man.

The Children’s Centre, in conjunction with Hot rocks Climbing Wall, is organising the charity which is ideal for anyone who wants to try climbing for the first time, or for more experienced climbers who just want to help raise funds for charity.

It all takes place at the Hot Rocks Climbing Wall at 4B Middle River Industrial Estate, Douglas, on Sunday March 24, from 9am to 9pm. The challenge is to attempt to climb the equivalent height of Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895metres) in just 12 hours. Kilimanjaro is an appropriate choice as The Children’s Centre organised a successful fundraising trek to the mountain in 2010 and is running a similar expedition this year.

Mark Eastham, adventure events fundraising co-ordinator at The Children’s Centre, said: ‘All those who take part will receive expert tuition and guidance. It promises to be a fun and rewarding day for everyone who takes part.

‘We are appealing for both young and old to sign up to climb a section of the mountain.

‘No previous climbing experience in required and there is no age limit – the only thing we request is a head for heights and the desire to raise money for a local charity.

‘It’s going to be a tough challenge but we hope that the climbing community, and those who want to try climbing for the first time, take part. Hot Rocks is a fantastic climbing wall with climbs for all abilities and we are very grateful for their support.’

All funds raised will go to The Children’s Centre’s charitable projects which help families and children across the island.

To sign up, organisers require a £10 deposit and a pledge to raise at least £10 in sponsorship. To register go to www.thechildrenscentre.org.im/events or for more information call 676076 or email MarkEastham(at)thechildrenscentre.org.im

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