Community members from Emmaus Mossley have completed a sponsored walk up Snowdon, raising more than £800 for Oldham Mountain Rescue Team.
On Monday 8 September, a team of nine Emmaus Mossley companions and staff travelled to Wales to take on the seven-mile challenge. Starting at Llanberis Pass, our team ventured up the Pyg Track route to the summit and headed back to base via the Miner’s Track.
Declan, one of the team members who completed the challenge, said: “I enjoyed the hike up Mount Snowdon with the team because, not only is hiking good for your body and mind, we were also raising money for Oldham Mountain Rescue Team at the same time.
“Everybody looked out for each other and supported one another throughout. My favourite moment was being stood at the top and cheering.”
Emmaus Mossley supports people who have experienced homelessness by providing them with a home, companionship, tailored support and work opportunities. Everyone involved at Emmaus is encouraged to carry out acts of solidarity to support good causes and people in greater need.
Life-saving local support
Those who took part in the walk were invited to the Oldham Mountain Rescue Team to learn more about the charity’s work. On Friday 7 November, our group was given a tour of the team base by Sean, a long-serving member of the rescue team.
Oldham Mountain Rescue Team is a voluntary organisation whose objective is ‘to save life and alleviate distress, primarily in upland and mountain areas’ without cost or obligation. The funds raised from the Emmaus Snowdon hike will go towards two new Land Rover rescue vehicles to replace the existing ones, which are reaching the end of their serviceable life.
There’s still time to give your support and sponsor those who completed our Snowdon charity walk. If you’re able to, head to our GoFundMe fundraising page to make a donation.