Chairlift to Success was a big success.
That’s the word from Spencer Hay, who on March 12 skied for 12 straight hours at Mount Washington to raise fund for the Vancouver Island Mountain Sports Society.
“The event went great!” Hay said. “I skied for the full 12 hours without any breaks. Pretty tired and cold near the end. I will be posting our total amount raised in the final video in a couple of weeks, but I can tell you that we are over the goal of $2,000. Amazing!”
Hay said people can still donate until after the final video is posted. “You can donate online on our website http://www.chairlifttosuccess.com/,” the 19-year-old said.
As for doing it again, Hay said, “I would if I was still in the Valley next year. I am going away to Toronto for school in September so it makes it a bit tough.”
The ski-a-thon was filmed for a video which will be shown to supporters and to raise more awareness of the fundraiser.
One of VIMSS’s mandates is to provide yearly grants to athletes from Vancouver Island who compete in mountain sports on the Island. Money raised from the ChairLift to Success fundraiser will provide additional grants, Hay noted.
“I wanted to raise money to assist individuals and make a direct impact on our community. VIMSS is the perfect charity as it helps local mountain athletes pursue and excel at their sport.”
