Coast 2 Coast USA - Houston March 2009

Ian and Jacqueline Cross said thank you on behalf of the C2C team to THE RED LION, HOUSTON after the pub landlord indeed looked after us.

Ian presented the landlord with framed newspaper cuttings of the trip and a thank you message from the squad.

THE VIKING CHALLENGE

The Viking Challenge will be one of the most fun fundraising events that you will ever have been involved with. It will test your team’s skill, teamwork and sense of humor, whilst raising funds for Diabetes UK

Set at Morfa Bay Adventure on the golden coast of South West Wales, this 4-person team challenge will involve many adrenalin-filled challenges such as axe throwing, archery, team challenges, a muddy assault course and much more, all packed into a one fun filled day of adventure. Accommodation is available for teams on the Saturday evening.

The objective of the challenge is to gain maximum points for your team, and a minimum sponsorship of £200 per team for Diabetes UK (and more if possible!) The winning team will be presented with the Viking Challenge trophy

Included in your costs is:

§ Entrance fee to the event and activities including insurance for the activities

§ Accommodation on Saturday night if required (there is limited accommodation and will be offered on a first come first served basis to teams who book first. Accommodation comprises of shared rooms)

§ Evening entertainment Saturday night

§ Breakfast and lunch on Sunday

§ Safety and qualified instruction

Extra

§ There will be a small charge for teams requiring food on the Saturday night

Safety

Safety is paramount at all times during this event. All teams will be given a thorough health and safety briefing prior to the start of the event. There will be qualified instructors supervising each activity

Compulsory Kit

All safety equipment will be provided throughout the event. However, each person must bring suitable footwear for the events (walking boots are ideal but trainers are fine), waterproof clothes in case of inclement weather, old clothes for the mud assault course, including an old pair of trainers + towel etc. Bin liner to take muddy clothes home.

Food

Breakfast and lunch will be provided for all teams on Sunday. There will be food provided on the Saturday evening at a small cost and there will be evening entertainment! There are no cooking facilities on the site but snacks and drinks can be purchased.

Some of last year's competitors: Henry's Kittens

THREE PEAKS CHALLENGE WALES JUNE 19th 2010

in aid of Diabetes UK (Cymru)

Target: 21 hours

The Welsh Three Peaks Challenge, lesser known than the National Challenge, takes in the three peaks of Wales: Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) in the North, Cadair Idris in mid-Wales, and Pen y Fan in the South.

While Snowdon is the highest peak in Wales, Cadair Idris and Pen y Fan are much lower, and are chosen for their position rather than height.

The 'two fat cyclists' are organizing an attempt on a cycle challenge which includes climbing the three major peaks of North, Mid and South Wales and cycling between the peaks. The fact that it has not been attempted before means they will be creating a challenge precedence. Money raised by the challenge will go to support Diabetes UK (Cymru).