Over 400 keen walkers arrived at Dunedin Railway Station on Sunday, 5 May 2019, ready for a day exploring the gorge.
The weather was perfect – overcast for most of the trip and the sun came out for the walk – adding to a day enjoyed by everyone!
Hannah Day, Events Coordinator, said, “There was a great mix of ages at the event, with train lovers, nature enthusiasts and keen walkers all participating with a positive attitude. We had people from all over Otago come and join us for the day.”
“Everyone really enjoyed themselves on the walk, appreciating the scenery and chatting away to each other. The complimentary sausage sizzle went down a treat as well, with some walkers going back for third and fourth helpings!”
The total raised was $15,733, which is amazing. All of the proceeds will go towards supporting three of our YouthGrow youth workers to gain their Diploma in Youth Development.
During the day $1,500 were raised though our popular raffle. The winner went home with a weekend at the Heritage Lake Resort in Pisa Moorings, Cromwell, which had kindly been donated to us.
The day ran smoothly and we’ve appreciated great feedback from many who attended. A comment we have heard regularly is, “I’ve already put it on my calendar for next year.”
A huge thank you to the Dunedin South Lions Community Trust for their lead and support with this fundraising event.
