“There are still too many people, family, friends and fellow players, who are affected by cancer. The research this walk supports is the kind of cutting edge research that will change that. Having heard about the work of the Cork Cancer Research Centre at UCC we are delighted to launch this fantastic event which will raise vital funds for their work” said the still fit twosome. “The Kerry Way provides a spectacular setting for this fun event and the three routes for 2010 are both stunning and challenging. We are looking forward to it.”
The organisers of The Kerry Way Cancer Research Walk recently launched details of this year’s event and online registration is now open on the event website http://www.kerrywaycancerwalk.ie/ All information regarding The Kerry Way Cancer Research Walk can be accessed on this user friendly site, which provides plenty of information and guidance regarding the walk routes, fundraising, accommodation, training, etc.
The Kerry Way Cancer Research Walk is a 70km three day fundraising event that has gone from strength to strength raising nearly €300,000 for cancer research in the past four years. The 2009 event was a tremendous success with over 260 walkers, from counties around Ireland as well as from France, Hong Kong, Switzerland and the UK, braving inclement weather last year to make a positive impact on cancer – and raise an astounding €91,000. The event goal this year is to raise €100,000 for cancer research programmes at Cork Cancer Research Centre.
The Kerry Way Cancer Research Walk will take place from Friday, 23rd July to Sunday, 25th July 2010 and participants can walk one, two or all three days. The three days of guided walks will start and finish each day in Kenmare and will incorporate impressive mountain views, dramatic peaks and glens, wild moorlands, wooded paths and lakes along the Kerry Way and Beara Way trails.
Friday July 23rd, Tahilla to Kenmare, 22km
Saturday July 24th, Moll’s Gap (via Black Valley) to Kenmare, 26km
Sunday July 25th, Glengarriff to Kenmare, 22km
Past supporters of the event include Sean Kelly, Dáithí Ó Sé, John McHenry, and adventurer Pat Falvey.
Uniquely 100% of all sponsorship collected by walkers goes directly towards cancer research. All walkers cover their own costs; event organisation and marketing costs are kept to a minimum and are covered by sourcing gifts in kind from companies as well as through other fundraising activities leading up to the event. Without the assistance of the walkers, organising committee members and supporting companies, this event wouldn’t take place and it would not be possible to raise vital funds for cancer research and impact the lives of those affected by cancer.
So why not plan a nice activity break as well as raise money for a worthy cause. Cork Cancer Research Centre needs your support. Walk with purpose and you’ll be aiding research into cancer’s prevention and treatment. To register your interest for this year’s event and secure your place, please complete the online registration form today. Participants enter on a first come first served basis and entries will close on Friday, 2nd July 2010 or once the event participation limit is reached for health and safety reasons. Alternatively contact the Development Office at Cork Cancer Research Centre on 021 490 1437.
If you would like to make a difference in the fight against cancer and contribute to the researchers vital work, donations are gratefully received and can be lodged into The Kerry Way Cancer Research Walk account – AIB Bank, Sort Code: 93-01-21, Account No: 01302795.Picture:
Ms Orla Dolan, Director of External Relations at the Cork Cancer Research Centre, UCC, Mr Pat Spillane, former Kerry footballer, Mr Pat Murray, Senior walk leader and Mr Kevin Kehilly, former Cork footballer.
RMcD
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