Monthly Archives: March 2012
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Martin Hewitt: My Everest
March 29, 2012
As the team prepare to begin their journey in Napal, its time to hear from Everest Team Leader, Martin Hewitt, in the final “My Everest” interview. See the video below to hear Martin talk about coming to terms with his injury, the attitude needed to overcome challenges and how Walking With The Wounded can help …
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The Team Departs For Kathmandu
March 28, 2012
Last night, the Walking With The Wounded Everest 2012 Expedition Summit Team departed for Nepal. Martin Hewitt, Jaco Van Gass, Karl Hinett, David Wiseman and Francis Atkinson will all be attempting to summit the world’s highest mountain in late May. They are also joined by Dan Majid, who will be the Expedition’s reporter and communications …
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Expedition Patron, Prince Harry, Sends Message Of Support to Everest Summit Team
March 27, 2012
This morning, the Walking With The Wounded Everest 2012 Expedition Summit Team received an inspiring message of support from our Expedition Patron, Prince Harry. “A year and a half ago I stood alongside Ed Parker, Simon Daglish and the guys for the launch of the North Pole expedition. Walking With The Wounded has come a long …
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Win a Place on the Glenfiddich Everest Base Camp Expedition
March 26, 2012
The Everest 2012 Expedition’s lead sponsor, Glenfiddich, is offering an incredible opportunity to 4 Pioneering Spirits – one representative from each of Scotland, England, Northern Ireland and Wales – to be part of a very special supporting expedition to Everest Base Camp. Within weeks YOU could be be trekking amongst the high peaks of the …
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Number 42
March 23, 2012
Thursday 22nd March was a fitting final event for some of the Everest summit team – the team was blown away by the efforts which Paisley Tyler had gone to make it a suitable occasion. Ed, Jaco, Francis and Andy arrived to snow machines, prayer flags, snow adorned reception rooms and even their very own …
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Jaco Van Gass: My Everest
March 21, 2012
Walking With The Wounded Everest Team member, Jaco Van Gass, speaks about the events that led up to his injury, the mental and physical battle he has fought during his recovery, and how Walking With The Wounded has helped him and other wounded servicemen and women. You can also view the video on Youtube
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Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park London announce WWTW as Official National Charity
March 20, 2012
The Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park London, one of the capital’s most prestigious hotels, has announced Walking With The Wounded as their Official National Charity. Dan Majid and Francis Atkinson, of the Everest 2012 Expedition team, joined Charity Founder Ed Parker and Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park London staff for the announcement. “It is fantastic to have …
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Francis Atkinson: My Everest
March 15, 2012
Walking With The Wounded Everest Team member, Francis Atkinson, tells his story about being wounded and how his injury is motivating him to take on the challenge of Everest. You can also view the video on Youtube
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Chris Gwilt on ITV Anglia
March 14, 2012
Everest Expedition 2012 Base Camp Team Member, Chris Gwilt, was on ITV Anglia last night, talking about the upcoming expedition and coping with his injuries. Here is the link to the website. Chris’s feature is from 02:30 to 04:52 The link will only work for a week, so have a look as soon as possible. We’ve …
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David Wiseman: My Everest
March 12, 2012
David Wiseman talks about his injuries, his inspiration and the importance of inspiring others to achieve their goals. Read more about the Everest team and the expedition on the Everest 2012 Expedition website
