Autism Jersey as part of their Awesome Campaign are organising the first ever abseil at Val de la Mare Reservoir on Sunday 12th April 2015.
With permission kindly granted from Jersey Water to access the Dam wall, this will be the first ever Abseil of Val de la Mare reservoir with spectacular view over St Ouen and a drop of 100 feet (approx. 30 metres).
Experienced Abseil instructors, Jersey Adventure, will be providing all training, equipment and professional assistance throughout the event. Participants will take part in a training session at Noirmont on Saturday 11th April, where guidance on equipment and a chance to experience an ascend/abseil before the big day.
Islanders can sign up online at www.autismjersey.org or contact Autism Jersey Fundraiser Beth Gallichan on 871788. Those taking part will pay a deposit of £50 and are encouraged to collect sponsorship and raise £100. Autism Jersey is expecting over 100 participants to take part in this Awesome Abseil Challenge, together they will aim reach a fundraising target of £5000.
Jersey Water would like to wish Autism Jersey and those taking part every success in their Awesome Abseil Challenge.