Next month, local man Adam Thomas Warburton is setting off again on his March Around Initiative. Adam first devised the March Around Initiative in 2023 as a personal challenge, to boost his mental health by getting outside and active during the winter months. Last year he completed it with friends and family and this year he is doubling the distance to raise funds for Philip’s Footprints!
Adam explains “The March Around Initiative is a personal fundraising effort that I have undertaken annually since 2023. While it is not a public event or registered charity, I am proud to operate it as a nonprofit organisation to raise awareness and funds for local charities.
This year, my goal is to complete two full laps around the island. Each lap is made up of 6 zones, covering all zones twice is approximately 120 miles – a significant running challenge for me. The planned routes will avoid cliff paths and coastlines to prioritise safety and create more accessible courses.”
A challenge with a difference, islanders following Adam’s progress on his Instagram page @marcharoundinitiativecijsyare able to get involved voting for which Lap One zones to run on which days, plus which one-off double zone he should do. Lap two features a ‘fancy dress’ zone allowing voters to suggest something Adam would never wear, which is sure to be popular!
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Those wishing to support Adam and donate can do so on his fundraising page here
Anyone inspired to undertake their own fundraising walk or run in March, of any distance, can set up their own fundraising page using the ‘Start Fundraising’ button on Adam’s page which is linked to the charity.