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Visit to DFMRT Base - Cheque Presentation |
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Written by Peter Burgess
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Wednesday, 25 February 2009 |
 £500 Raised!
At 7.30pm prompt, 15 members and friends of the OFC gathered in the darkness outside the small industrial unit in Foxfield. We were greeted by Martin and as previously planned I asked Steven Procter or Fr. Paul Harrison if they wanted to present the cheque. Before this organised evening for many, it was intended to have an event earlier in the year when our two Barrow residents might have been the only two OFC representatives. However, as the presentation date now coincided with half term, it meant many more people were around to enjoy proceedings. However, I still wanted to honour the previous suggestion and it was Fr. Paul who happily handed over our cheque for £500 to Stephe Cove the Chairman of DFMRT. The team were pleasantly surprised.
 Fr. Paul Harrison
Martin Cooper and Cynthia showed us some of the equipment carried in one of the team's Land Rover 110s and demonstrated how gear is carried by individuals onto the fell. Both Roger and Gill were happy to try on one of the stetchers.
 Stretcher bearer
The evening was rounded off with a photo opportunity with everyone standing around the 'big' cheque for £500. Sadly, a planned gathering at a nearby hostelry had to be shelved as the local road was being closed at 10pm. A welcome pint of best had to be forgotten, but a great couple of hours was enjoyed by members, friends and acquaintances. Another great OFC occasion to remember:
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 The continued good fortune of being in Cumbria along with good weather, continued again on this outing, as a few OFC again gathered in Coniston. My intentions were not to stay in Coniston, but with £100 to give to Coniston MRT it seemed logical to overnight in Coniston for two nights in order to make the best of my time. Robbie K had already contacted me to say he would join me and Lorraine also hinted at a walk out. However, as with all things, matters can change but I was mighty pleased when those who said they would walk did so. Along with myself, Robbie, Lorraine and even Steven P joined me on the long ascent of the Walna Scar Road from the village. It really was a magic morning! |
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