BLD wrap up 2021

Mark took his Bloody Long Day even further in 2021, making his challenge that much tougher by running, cycling, and rowing for the 24-hour duration.

Mark’s Bloody Long Day took place on 25 September, in his hometown of Lugarno. With Greater Sydney in lockdown due to COVID, he took on the whole event based in the four walls of his garage. It was a moving tribute and nod to his experience surrounded by the four walls of Cooper’s hospital room all those years ago.

Sarah and Kerri-Lynn originally planned to walk the distance from Crows Nest to Coogee. When the five kilometre rule for LGAs in Greater Sydney kicked in, the dynamic duo pivoted by challenging themselves to walk 50,000 steps in their 5km radius in one day.

The women started their walk early one morning and after nine hours they clocked over 61,000 steps and 48.2 kilometres! They also smashed their fundraising target of $500, going on to raise an incredible $3,200. Sarah said she had a really good time and felt very grateful to be able to help such a great cause.

“It was a great day - we were exhausted by the end and covered in blisters but I'm so glad we were able to do it.”

The Williams Team who participated in the 2020 Bloody Long Day, increased their walking goal and achieved 46 kilometres between them this year.

Once again inspired by Mark’s huge effort, the group walked all through the day to make a difference for the cause. The team are passionate about the difference they are making, exceeding their fundraising goal of $1,500 to raise a huge $3,195!

“This fundraiser is very close to our hearts.”

The Keeping up the Pace team are a group comprised of Mark’s family and close friends.

Last year, they committed to walking a huge 42.2 kilometres and decided to match that again this year with the addition of more passionate members. The team battled their nervous energy and turned it into excitement, as they completed their huge challenge to spread the word about The Kids’ Cancer Project.

“We are touched and inspired by Mark's amazing determination, generosity and slight insanity in creating such an event.”

Ever thought about running Mount Everest? Lloyd Evans challenged himself to running the equivalent in kilometres and vertical gain to raise awareness for our great cause.

The part-time runner didn’t quite get there, but did manager a huge 75 kilometres, 4,300m on a 12.5 percent grade hill. Lloyd also raised over $3,000 in the process.  

“It’s about raising awareness and funding for The Kids’ Cancer Project, and to support families like the Pacey's who have to hear their child has cancer.”