On Saturday, 25 January a group of the Nepal trackers headed out for a practice walk along the Kiama to Gerringong Coast walk.

It was a beautiful day and it was nice to meet other members of the team and wear in the hiking shoes a bit more.

On the weekend Ken, Laurelle and I were rewarded with the breathtaking views from Drawing Room Rocks at Berry at the summit of our training walk.

My take away from the walk… I need to do more walking!! Hahaha!

I think it’s really important to note that the trek is 100% self funded. All trekkers, including myself, are paying their own travel and costs.

So all money that is raised goes directly to the Rotary Polio Fund.

Thanks again for your kind donation! Every little bit helps!

Wes 😀

Hi everyone,

I’m thrilled to announce that in April 2025, I’ll be joining a group of 12 incredible individuals on a life-changing journey to Everest Base Camp to raise funds for Rotary’s Polio Fund. This trek, which will take around three weeks to complete, is part of Rotary’s mission to eradicate polio worldwide.

Everest Base Camp is a 130-kilometer round trip through some of the most breathtaking and challenging terrain on Earth. Starting in Lukla, Nepal, we’ll trek through remote mountain villages, cross high suspension bridges, and climb to an altitude of over 5,300 meters (17,600 feet). Along the way, we’ll face freezing temperatures, thin air, and the physical demands of hiking at high altitude.

While this will undoubtedly be a tough challenge, it pales in comparison to the struggles faced by children and families affected by polio. With your help, we can make sure that no child has to suffer from this preventable disease.

Your donation will help fund vaccines, medical teams, and the infrastructure needed to reach even the most remote areas of the world. Together, we can finish the job and ensure that polio is eradicated forever.

I’m excited to take on this adventure and even more excited to make a difference with your support. Every contribution, big or small, helps us get one step closer to a polio-free world.

Thank you for being a part of this journey with me!

Let’s take these steps together—toward Everest and toward ending polio for good.