Nature Rally – Charity 'all in one trip' tour

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Lee
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Nature Rally – Charity 'all in one trip' tour

Post by Lee »

As many of you know, this friday (17th) I set off on my charity attempt at the Nature Rally.

The plan is a circumnavigation of the UK taking in all 20 rally locations with a stop-over at the Horizons Unlimited meeting at Ripley next weekend to breat the journey.

Starting from Somerset I'll initially head south west and pick up the Dartmoor and Exmoor checkpoints before I head north into Wales and beyond. The highlights of the trip will be riding through some of the most spectacular scenery our country has to offer, and meeting new friends on the way (including finally meeting up with some fellow ABRs at Ripley).

Whilst undoubtedly a great tour, the real aim behind undertaking the whole rally in one trip is to raise awareness and sponsorship in aid of Riders for Health. Anyone who follows MotoGP and has been to 'Day of Champions' at the British round will already be familiar with the fantastic work that Riders for Health do in Africa.

With this in mind I'd hoped to raise £1 for each mile of the trip – my current total has reached £912. I've already received a few donations from members of this forum, and my hope is that maybe a few of more of you will feel able to support a fantastic charity and the important work they undertake. I've set up a Just Giving page – it's really easy, and you can even use paypal.

If you see me on my travels or at the Horizons event say hello – you can't miss me, I'll be wearing a t-shirt with a Riders logo on the front and an outline map of the route on the back.

please support me at:

www.justgiving.com/leeparsons-naturerally

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In June this year I undertook the whole Nature Rally in one trip, in aid of Riders for Health



You can read about it at http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum ... s-now.html



please support me at http://www.justgiving.com/leeparsons-naturerally
sparks
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Post by sparks »

good luck Lee have a safe trip.
remember if you need anything in cumbria just give me a call and i will try to help


when donating tick gift aid if you are a uk tax payer

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Post by Alun »

All the best on your trip Lee. It's a shame you couldn't make it to the ABR HQ for a coffee and photo shoot.
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Post by Chuffer »

Good luck mate,great ride to do for great charity.
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Post by lmg »

What an excellent challenge for you. At 2500 miles, how long are you giving yourself to compelte it?
Cheers,



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Good luck Lee - Just donated. Great idea and great cause.
Hope your seat is comfy!!!
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Post by Lee »

Thanks guys

Alun – I'd hoped to pop up and see you all before the trip started, but time got the better of me. Perhaps we can meet up for a chat over a pint at Ripley.

IMG – I'm taking it steady and the trip will run from friday 17th to Monday 27th. Most of the roads I'll be on are minor so although the mileage isn't all that high, the average speed will be quite low, plus I'm a sucker for a nice picture so I'll be stopping every 5 minutes to get the camera out.

Thanks JimboF650, much appreciated mate.
In June this year I undertook the whole Nature Rally in one trip, in aid of Riders for Health



You can read about it at http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum ... s-now.html



please support me at http://www.justgiving.com/leeparsons-naturerally
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Post by MidnightSerenity »

Happy and safe riding Lee!! :)
Lee
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Post by Lee »

And thank you MidnightSerenity.
In June this year I undertook the whole Nature Rally in one trip, in aid of Riders for Health



You can read about it at http://www.adventurebikerider.com/forum ... s-now.html



please support me at http://www.justgiving.com/leeparsons-naturerally
bengybull
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Re: Nature Rally – Charity 'all in one trip' tour

Post by bengybull »

Hi lee, what day do you think you will be passing Dumfries on your way to Glentrool, I could tag along if you want some company, or if you just fancy a pit stop only 2mins off the A75.open invite mate
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