MORE than 640 participants walked and ran in the Upstream 50km
Challenge earlier this month braving, at times, torrential rain as
they raised funds for Camp Quality, Entrust Foundation and
Disability Sports and Recreation.
The journey began at Waterfront City, Docklands and followed the
Yarra River upstream, along 50 km of trails before finishing at
Donvale Christian College.
Upstream Foundation coordinator Sharon Hoen said funds raised by
the event had reached a significant milestone. "Participants have
already raised over $144,000, which has taken the total funds
raised over the seven years the event has been running to over $1
million," Hoen said.
"We are extremely proud of this achievement and equally happy to
have been able to ensure 100 per cent of the funds raised went
directly to the supported projects.
"It's a great day out for people of all fitness levels to meet
new people, complete an individual challenge, enjoy a team building
exercise or just enjoy a walk with family and friends." Daniel
Langelaan ran the course in 3 hours 47 minutes while others
finished in the dark after more than 12 hours on the trail. There
was even a marriage proposal on the trail.
Although the event is both physically and mentally demanding,
participants are challenged before the event to raise funds for the
beneficiaries the Upstream Foundation supports. Participants do not
pay an entry fee, but are required to raise a minimum of $200.
Participants can elect to have their donations given to one or all
of the three beneficiaries: Camp Quality, Disability Sports and
Recreation or Entrust Foundation.
Photo: Upstream 50km Challenge starting at Docklands,
Melbourne
Courtesy of http://destinationdocklands.com.au
Article: Courtesy of Manningham Leader 30/11/2011