| Our open events are some of the best planned and prepared expeditions available. The challenges include an India bike ride, a Jordan trek and a Namibia project.
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here. Open events are charity challenge events which allow you to choose your own charity to raise funds for. They are ideal if you want to raise funds for a smaller charity who are not able to put on their own exclusive event. We have an inspirational range of open events; the most difficult decision will be deciding which one you want to take part in. |
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The Expedition and Wilderness Medicine Handbook aimed at medical professionals working on expeditions and in remote area was put on sale today with the support of ATD. 'An invaluable resource for anyone planning a trip in the outdoors, either as part of an expedition or a wilderness adventure’ The authors, ATD expedition medics Drs, Sean Hudson and Caroline Knox have condensed the essentials of expedition and wilderness medicine into this marvellously detailed field guide. They have drawn together some of the most experienced medical expeditioners in the world to ensure the second edition is packed with practical advice on managing medical problems in the wilderness. To find out more about the handbook and order your own copy visit the Expedition and Wilderness Medicine website here. |
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| Mark Hannaford one of the ATD direcots has set up a new online gallery of images from around the world if you fancy a peek!
Mark's online gallery |
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| Katie Bizzey recently went on a Sahara Trek with Across the Divide raising funds for Muscular Dystrophy Campaign. Katie kindly wrote up her diary of events from pre-departure to her last night in Morocco. To read Katie's article, on how the trek went, the friendships made, the highs and lows click here |
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Daily Telegraph and the Daily Mirror feature Across the Divide |
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We have had some great media coverage recently with the Daily Telegraph including us in a list of the best travel web sites around and the Daily Mirror providing extensive coverage on our work with the Bobby Moore Fund working in Brazil- why not follow the links to see what they thought. Daily Telegraph linkDaily Mirror link Bobby Moore Fund link |
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| Find out how our man, Steve Clark, got on at the Iceland Mountain marathon. Steve ran through sand, gravel, grass, snow, ice, rivers and streams now that's what you call multi-terrain.
To find out more visit the website here Enjoy the ultimate endurance test in spectacular surroundings. The course takes you from the natural springs at Landmannalaugar to Thórsmörk, a valley nestled between two glaciers about 55 Km away. The course is normally hiked in 4 days, and is one of the most beautiful in Iceland, stretching from Landmannalaugar in the highlands to Thorsmork, a natural reservation area. The race is multi-terrain and is well-marked with wooden markers to prevent runners from getting lost. |
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| For the first time, 8 runners have completed the Namibia Ultra Marathon. The 120km race was a great success with all but one of the starters finishing. As one competitor put it: "It was hot, it was hard, it was awesome! A true adventure! This is a MUST for individuals who wish to test their limits on physical and mental endurance”. For further details on the adventure race series click here. |
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There are not many places left in the world that have not been fully explored but the Kuiseb Canyon located deep within Namibia Namib-Naukluft is one such place. Its remoteness, inhospitality and lack of water have stopped easy travel though its hidden folds and preserved a landscape little influenced by outside influences. However, recently an expedition to traverse its most inaccessible sections was mounted by former Namib Park Ranger Kobus Alberts from Namibia and veteran explorer and director of Across the Divide, Mark Hannaford. Starting at the Kuiseb Bridge and finishing at the Topnar settlement at Homeb its aim was to be the longest ever journey through the canyon and to record via video and photography the interior this remote area. you can read the full account here at the ATD blog. |
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Tamar gets Highly Commended at National Business Awards with ATD facilitated CSR project |
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A few of the Tamar team attended the prestigious National Buiness Awards at the Grosvenor Hotel on Tuesday 13th November and were honoured to collect their 'Highly Commended' certificate for the Corporate Social Responsibility category. The competition was very tough and the judge said he was extremely impressed with the standard of Tamar's entry and the dedication of the whole company to the Tamar goes to Town project. |
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After being shortlisted in not one but three categories in the Virgin Responsible Tourism Awards ATD director has been selected as one of the winners in the Essence of the Entrepreneur Award, Mark Hannaford one of the founding directors of ATD was delighted to have been selected as a winner.
This exhibition of photographs showcases the winners of the 2007 Essence of the Entrepreneur campaign, organised by BT Business. Celebrating 20 of the UK's most inspiring small companies, the photographs have been taken by celebrity photographer Perou. The 20 winners selected have demonstrated exceptional dedication and have found new direction to succeed in business with the help of technology. Mark Hannaford one of the founding directors of ATD was delighted to have been selected as a winner, but even more surprised that his image has been used as the main image for the competition (he's struggling valiantly not to be too big-headed!) but encourage that the significant contribution to society has been recognised by a company such as BT. Come and see the winners photos, as captured by renowned photographer Perou, in an exhibition at the.gallery@oxo,on London's South Bank from Wednesday 14th November to Sunday 2nd December |
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Media coverage of the project has increased with both ITN and the Sunday & Financial Times sending teams to cover the building project in Guguletu Township in Cape Town. To read the Times article click here. The ITN coverage can be found below;Interest in ATD & Tamar's ground breaking projects is high with the team aiming high- the weather has not been on thier side but they are working hard to complete their task list. They have a great blog site if you want to know more- just click here to find out more |
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