January 21, 2010
Challenged Athletes Climb Kili
Our Kilimanjaro operations have been busy these past few months! Our latest endeavor involves a partnership with the C.H.E.K Institute to lead two challenged athletes, Erica Davis and Tara Butcher, to the top of Mt. Kilimanjaro. If Erica makes it, she will be the first female paraplegic to reach the summit. Both of the girls’ stories are inspiring (see the video below); their efforts and proceeds will benefit the Challenged Athletes Foundation. We’ll keep you updated on their climb, which begins next week.
Through the Roof – TEASER from Captured Life Productions on Vimeo.
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Rev. Ray Parker May 25, 2011 at 10:55 am
Where can I purchase a copy of this DVD in Canada? I have a young friend (recently a paraplegic) and this movie would be a great encouragement to him.
Thomson Safaris May 25, 2011 at 11:06 am
Thanks for your interest, Rev. Parker. This film would definitely provide inspiration. You can order the film, Through the Roof, via the following link: http://shop5.mailordercentral.com/thechekinstitute/Through-the-Roof-DVD-documentary/productinfo/TTR/
Laura Hochnadel August 30, 2011 at 12:12 pm
Which route did Tara, Erica, and company take? Did they actually summit Uruhu Peak? I’m writing an article and would like to include this.
Thomson Safaris August 30, 2011 at 3:11 pm
Hello Laura,
Yes! Erica, Tara and their entire team made it to the summit! Erica has gone down in the history books as the first female paraplegic to summit Mount Kilimanjaro. She and Tara such hard workers and quite the inspiration! They ascended a modified Marangu Route with us. Here’s a link to some images: http://blog.thomsonsafaris.com/kilimanjaro/first-female-paraplegic-kilimanjaro
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