THE thighs are primed, the brains are working... so it’s all going well for RSABI’s BIG DAY OUT, the Great Glen Challenge.
Next week, the teams taking part will be poised to get underway in various states of unpreparedness and so, this week, we highlight the rest of the teams (week three) taking part to raise monies for this all-important agricultural charity.
As part of our support for this worthwhile charity, we are asking readers to choose teams to support and raise some meaningful monies for this deserving charity. Here’s the final tranche before the big day:
Bank of Scotland
Team members: Mountain biking, David Murray, relationship manager, Dumfries; kayaking, Bill Murphy, relationship manager, Aberdeen; running, Phil Reid, relationship director, Aberdeen; walking, Sandy Hay, RBS area director, Scotland; support driver, Paul Healy, relationship director, Edinburgh; plus volunteer marshals, Julie McLaren, Barry Watson, and Neil Boyle.
The reasons for taking part:
“The Bank of Scotland’s ag team has participated in the Great Glen Challenge for eight years, raising more than £26,000 thanks to generous donations from clients, colleagues, friends and family. As a lender that’s by the sides of Scotland’s rural businesses, we recognise the important work RSABI does in supporting those most in need across Scotland’s farming communities, and how that helps make a real difference to people’s lives.”
Quote/fact:
“The various events are pretty challenging for us amateurs, but it’s very much about taking part, building awareness of the work RSABI does, raising funds and not coming last!” – Phil Reid, relationship director, Bank of Scotland Agriculture.
Fundraising link:
RBS Team B
Team members: Stuart Kenny (cycling), Andrew Glasgow (kayaking), Andrew MacDonald (walking), Campbell McCaig (running), Scott McIntosh (support driver)
Reasons for taking part:
“We have been involved with the GGC for the last six years and are keen to support and promote RSABI as it is a very worthwhile cause that more people need to be aware of. We are all involved in the agricultural sector and keen to support this charity as it helps people who have worked in this sector and have fallen on hard times or need some support whether emotional or financial.”
Team member quote:
“We have entered two teams in the event and there is some friendly banter and competition between the two teams in terms of securing donations, and performance on the day, but above all it is great fun and for a great cause!”
Fundraising link:
Team AHDB
Team members: Paul Flanagan (walk); Chris Leslie (mountain bike); Tim Isaac (kayak); and Emily Pope (run).
Quote/fact:
“Working within the agricultural industry, we see the challenges that farmers and their families face. This is why we are raising money to support the work of RSABI – a charity that is dedicated to the relief of hardship and poverty amongst people who have depended for their livelihoods on the land,” – Paul Flannigan.
Fundraising link:
Brodies LLP – Brodies Beagles
Team members: managing associate Scott Logan (running); associate Kate McLeish (kayaking); associate Kirsty Graham (walking); and solicitor Gethin Bowen (mountain biking), plus associate, Karen Sutherland, will be on hand to drive on the day and provide support – all are land and rural business lawyers at Brodies.
Quote/fact:
Scott Logan said: “This is the fourth year that Brodies has participated in the Great Glen Challenge and we’re proud to be raising money for a worthwhile cause like RSABI. Lawyers from across many practice areas of our firm work closely with clients in the rural sector and see the challenges that people and businesses face, so we have the support of all of our colleagues in taking part in this year’s challenge.”
Fundraising link:
Peacehill Farming
Team members: Emma Forster, Ross Forster, Peter Forster, Andrew Kennedy , Mary Forster (support driver).
Reasons for taking part:
It’s an amazing charity that does so much for people in the rural economy. We all feel really strongly about supporting those who need help.
Quote/fact:
“This is a family effort and we can’t wait to take part in an amazing event for such a great cause!”
Fundraising link:
The Scottish Farmer – TSF Crocks
The team has been confirmed as Dali Dahmane (walking); Martin Lewis (cycling); Gordon Davidson (kayaking); and Liam Bonnar (running). Willie Walker will once again be our support driver.
Reasons for taking part:
“As one of the longest running supporters of this event it always amazes us just how much enthusiasm it creates. It also hits home as to just how important it is for us to look after our own – that is what RSABI does,” – Ken Fletcher, editor
Fund link:
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