WE WON’T GIVE UP UNTIL CANCER DOES

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CANCER,YOU’RE ON.

ONE OF THE MOST STUNNING STRETCHES OF COASTLINE ALONG THE ADRIATIC SEA, the Makarska Riviera enjoys long hours of uninterrupted sunshine, warm crystal clear water and a gently sloping shoreline. The town was founded by the ancient Greeks, has a traditional harbour which serves as the focal point for its long fi shing tradition and provides access to the beautiful islands that straddle the coastline. The stone-clad streets and terracotta roof tops are typical of the traditional villages found in the area, but today’s Makarska is also the cosmopolitan and thriving centre of the Riviera with numerous cafes, restaurants and boutiques.

WE NEED YOU… This year, one person every 15 minutes will hear the words ‘You have cancer’. Our mission at the Irish Cancer Society is to eliminate cancer. We need you to join our Trek4Life team and ensure there is a future where no one has to hear those words.

The money raised by our Trek4Life team will fund our cancer research programmes. With you on our team we can fund vital Irish research that will have a signifi cant impact on the diagnosis and treatment of cancer. With the collaboration and support of concerned people like you, so many developments are rapidly happening in the area of cancer research and with such huge prospect of success, that we are now moving closer and closer to a better understanding of what causes cancer and how best we can successfully fi ght cancer on a uniquely personal level - and WIN!

Join the Irish Cancer Society’s Trek4Life team today, fund vital cancer research projects and help us beat cancer once and for all.

What is included in my fundraising target? This includes your fl ights, accommodation, meals (excluding free time), local leader, staff and of course your donation to the Irish Cancer Society.

What is not included? Personal expenses, personal equipment, vaccinations, visa and travel insurance are not covered in your fundraising.

What will the accommodation be like? Simple but comfortable hotels will be used throughout your trek in Croatia. All accommodation is based on a twin sharing basis, single supplements apply.

How fi t do I need to be? This is a moderate trek, any participant would need a good level of fi tness for this challenge. The more physically fi t you are, the more you will enjoy the challenge.

How do I sign up? Complete and return your application form along with your €300 deposit, a signed version of the terms and conditions and medical questionnaire. Your deposit will be deducted from your fundraising target and will secure your place on the trek.

Trek Croatia

Date: September 13th–20th 2015 Fundraising Target: €3,200Funds Due: 6 weeks before departure

CANCER,YOU’RE ON.

Omis town

Biokovo Mountain

By understanding the differences in cancer cells, doctors and scientists can now begin to develop personalised approaches for patients for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of their cancer. The new era of personalised medicine is creating newer and more effective targeted medicines with less side effects which, when given to the correct patient, will lead to longer and healthier lives.

Dr Antoinette Perry, one of the leading Irish Cancer Society funded researchers in the area of personalised medicine in prostate cancer.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Makarska Riviera. After an early flight from Dublin airport we will arrive in Dubrovnik and transfer to the hotel, located in Makarska on the spectacular Dalmatian coast. Makarska is located approximately 3 hours from Dubrovnik. After check-in at the Hotel Biokovo, the remainder of the day and evening can be enjoyed at leisure.

Day 2: Villages at the foot of Mount Biokovo – 6 hours. After breakfast we depart our hotel for transfer to the Biokovo Nature Park, where Mount Biokovo dominates the entire Makarska Riviera – it is a great destination for botanists as well as trekkers and cyclists and will make a great start to our week. As we trek up the mountain, we pass ancient villages along the foothills including Bast, Veliko Brdo and Kotisina.

Day 3: Upper Brela – Sv Nikola – Bukovac – Topici – 7 hours. After breakfast we will transfer to Brela for the start of today’s trek which includes the educational trail “Paths of ancient Berulia” – which is a trail of 2.7 miles leading from the Visitor Centre of Biokovo Nature Park in Brela Gornja to the church of St. Nikolas. We can then proceed with the trek towards Gorcini – the site of the famous gentian almonds and sour cherry and Klesicima – an old village on the rocky cliffs and onto Dubrava which is now covered with dense pine forests. We will finish todays trek at the 13th century St Nikolas church.

Day 4: Omis – Cetina River Canyon – 7 hours. Today’s hike will give us the opportunity to not only enjoy but explore the beautiful and hidden parts of the Cetina canyon such as Javornica cave, located on the south side of the Cetina river near the village of Kucie. We continue our trek with a visit to the Fortica fortress located on top of the Dinara mountain range. The highest peak on this mount is 860 metres above sea level, the fort is located at 303 metres, built in the early 14th century the fortress was primarily used to defend the town of Omis from enemies.

Day 5: St Jure Trek – 6 hours. After breakfast the group will be transferred to the village of Makar where we will proceed to hike towards its peak at Vosac – 1422 metres above sea level. Throughout todays hike we will enjoy marvellous coastal views of the Makarska Riviera and the Dalmatian islands in the distance. From Vosac climb to the highest peak of Biokovo – St Jure which affords unforgettable inland views towards the highlands of Bosnia & Herzegovina.

Day 6: The Imotski Lakes – 6 hours. After breakfast, we will transfer to the village of Lokvicici where we will hike along Mamic Lake towards Lake Knezovica and Lake Galipovac. Along the way we enjoy the unique scenery of Imotsko polje and Lake Prolosko, you get to also visit Lake Oci (Eyes) and the Red & Blue Lakes.

Day 7: Makarska Riviera to Dubrovnik. After breakfast enjoy some final time around Makarsaka before the group will be transferred back to Dubrovnik – 3 star city centre hotel – where you can sightsee around this beautiful city, shop and enjoy some general down time and there will be a Gala Dinner at a good local restaurant.

Day 8: Transfer to Dubrovnik Airport for return flight to Dublin.

Omis town

CUSCO

dinara Mountain

Biokovo Mountain

Dubrovnik

The Imotski Lakes

Peak St. George

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TestimonialsMy father Joe passed away from lung cancer in 2005. I decided when

he was sick to do something to fundraise. I was very close to my dad and it was something positive I could do. Taking part in a trek for the Irish Cancer Society is not only a challenge but a great way to keep his memory alive and maybe find a cure to this terrible disease.

– Karen

I took part in a trek for the Irish Cancer Society as I lost my sister-in-

law to cancer. She was only 31 years of age. I have also lost an aunt to the disease. I think everyone is affected by cancer so it’s important to be doing something about it. The trek was the best thing I’ve ever done – so good I did it two years in a row – the first time to China and the second to Mount Kilimanjaro. It was a wonderful experience, very rewarding and worth doing. The treks are tough enough but they are achievable.

– Thomas

Trekking Croatia is an adventure of a lifetime, but don’t just take it from us!

We know that undertaking to Trek croatia is a challenge and requires a considerable amount of planning. Our dedicated fundraising team will be on hand to offer advice and support with your fundraising. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact the Fundraising Team on CallSave 1850 60 60 60.