Up, up and away - veggies climb Britain’s highest mountain
Veggie muscle - we need you! The Vegetarian Society has launched an appeal to find as many fit and active vegetarians as possible, to climb Britain’s highest mountain. On the weekend of October 1st 1999 a group of walkers will be proving that they are just as tough as any meat-eaters by taking a stroll up Ben Nevis, a mere 4,408ft (1344metres).
The Society is looking for 200 volunteers to take part in a sponsored ascent of Ben Nevis. The event has been organised to raise vital funds for the Society.
All that is needed to take part in the Ben Nevis weekend is a pair of walking boots, warm clothes and a sense of humour. As part of the sponsorship deal the organisers will supply instructors, specialist equipment, transport, insurance, 3* accommodation and delicious vegetarian food.
The footpath to the top of Ben Nevis is approximately four and a half miles in length and the walk itself will take around 8 hours there and back. Organised by UK Outdoor Pursuits, the event will be well supervised and once back from The Ben, the weekend culminates in an after climb party, where no doubt a few drams will be consumed.
Anyone interested in taking part in the event please email Gary Carr at The Vegetarian Society for a Ben Nevis Ascent pack on claire@vegsoc.org.
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If you’re enthused, simply GO TO APPLICATION FORM, complete it and return with a deposit for £20 to Adventure 99, Ben 99 Admin Office, 28 Upper Dicconson Road, Wigan WN1 2AG.
The Vegetarian Society exists to promote and provide information on vegetarianism. The Society runs the widely trusted V symbol, The Cordon Vert Cookery School, a membership scheme and publishes 'The Vegetarian' magazine quarterley. The Vegetarian Society is a registered charity working to promote a diet that saves the lives of animals, benefits human health and helps safeguard the environment.
Notes to Editors:
 To find out more about how you can join in
the walk, help with publicity or obtain an application form contact the Vegetarian
Society on 0161
925 2000
Photography of previous ascents available on request
For further information please call the press office on 0161 925 2000
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