Beverley's Great Walk Fundraising

The GREAT WALK, North America's Toughest Pledge Walk in 'Burning Boot' country!

June 6^th, 2009

In 1978, Tahsis Mayor Bill Lore issued a challenge to Gold River Mayor Vic Welsh, "I will walk to Gold River if you (Vic) will walk to Tahsis." The challenge was taken seriously, the walk happened and a tradition started. This first walk raised more than $5,000 towards their community centre. Since then, the "GREAT WALK" has gained the reputation of being North America's toughest walkathon, raising more than $1,000,000.00 for many worthy charities. Walkers choose to solicit sponsors for the recognized charity or organization of their choice; others just walk for the challenge.

The GREAT WALK, is an annual fund raising event sponsored by the Tahsis Lions Club. It takes place on 63.5 kilometres of gravel logging road between Gold River and Tahsis, on Vancouver Island. It covers some of the most rugged and beautiful country in the world.

I will be raising funds for Canuck Place Children’s Hospice in my daughter’s name, Sophia.

Canuck Place Children's Hospice provides specialized pediatric palliative care for children living with a life-threatening illness and support for their families throughout British Columbia.

They are an inter-disciplinary team – consisting of a diverse group of healthcare professionals, support staff and volunteers, who provide 24-hour/7-days a week care and support.