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Weapon of Choice - A Pencil |
Cherie Leeden, a Melbourne based artists has commenced a small series of drawings, paintings and prints that she will exhibit to raise awareness for the IAPF. Cherie works mainly with pencil on canvas and has done a number of wildlife pieces throughout her career. The IAPF team would like to thank Cherie for her commitment in raising awareness for the IAPF and wildlife.  |
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Norway to Cape Town For THE IAPF |
In June this year Robbie Mulholland of Cape Town will set out solo on his motorbike on a 30,000km journey from Norway to Cape Town. This extraordinary adventure will see him travel over glaciers, across deserts, through jungles and weaving his way through the urban tangles of some of the world’s most vibrant cities. All the way he will be raising awareness for the IAPF and the issue of poaching in Sub Saharan Afirca. Robbie will also be bringing attention to Mylife, a South African based charity that holistically gives disadvantaged children a second chance. In 2009 Robbie travelled with IAPF Director Damien Mander to Botswana where they ventured into the Okavango Delta for a look at some of the most highly renowned nature reserves in the world. We will keep you updated as Rob makes his solo mission across two Continents and we wish him all the very best on his journey south. If you would like to know more about the adventure then please contact Rob on his ‘MyJourney’ Facebook page.  |
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Climbing Everest For IAPF |
In October this year Cheryl McMurray of England will make her way towards the top of the world as she raises funds and awareness for the IAPF. Her journey will take her towards a daunting peak that dominates the Nepalese clouds - Mt. Everest. Cheryl, who has recently climbed the highest peak on the African continent, Mt. Kilimanjaro, said; “It has long been on my list of things to do, and when suddenly finding myself with the time to do it, I booked myself on an expedition and soon thereafter left for Africa. I think of myself as relatively fit, being ex British Army and working in a combat environment. It’s sensible to look after yourself really. I run 5-10kms daily and compete in marathons. Even this in no way prepared me for how challenging the climb would be! At points I was delirious from the effects of the high altitude, and completely exhausted having burnt more than 10,000 calories in 12 hours, but I was determined to succeed. I eventually reached the summit after the gruelling final climb.” Due to the time constraints of her trip, Cheryl was unable to organise sponsorship for a charity. She is now determined to make up for that missed opportunity. “Over the last few months Damien's Facebook links to the IAPF have shocked me and I feel compelled to help in this worthy cause. Between now and October I will spend my time training and raising funds and awareness for The International Anti Poaching Foundation.  Cheryl on the summit of Kilimanjaro in Tanzania |
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