2014: Iceland

As in the last year, I will try to mix my vacation with a good cause. Of course, I'm trying the rest of the year to be "brave" ;-) as well... and once per year, I'm doing it with the bike.

Enjoy more here:
http://cycling-in-iceland.blogspot.ch

Cheers, Georges

2013-06-08: Another year... the journey is continuing again for the Red Cross

Last year's journey was mainly from Palermo back home....

For 2013, I decided to extend the journey to the north and trying to cross Germany by bike. Same "rule" as last year: every cent spent/saved will be transferred to the Red Cross. It starts in 8 days! (hopefully)

Here the story:
http://crossing-germany.blogspot.ch

Cheers, Georges

2012-05-28: A new task... Red Cross

That year, after spending money to Ian's project across Africa, I wanted to bind my travelling to the Red Cross, as they do great work in Africa but also in Italy (earthquakes a decade ago) or Switzerland.

And as I won't need a flight for my project, 800 CHF will flow directly to the Red Cross.
Followed by some cents per kilometre I'll be riding by MTB crossing Italy.

That time is different again: no trailer, no side bags, no cooking device. Just my full suspension bike, a small backpack, a summer sleeping bag, a biwak bag.

We will see...

And of course: why not motivating me for the extra kilometre?

;/)

Cheers
Georges

Location:Italy

Next project?

I'm open for any proposition for any project! Drop me a line... we can add another drop the good cause!

:-)

Nice project, nice pictures

Hi all,

I'm following Ian on his own project: Cairo to Cap-town by bike.

2011-07-27 Summary: big THANKs for the WWF

Dear all,

some weeks passed since the last news from the project "every drops count for the WWF".
Here now the amount that has been address directly to the WWF:


Sub-total:  2'366.00 CHF... but there is more!

2011-03-15 One cent per kilometer... collecting drop to form a glass of water

Hi all

Since I took the decision to cross Australia by bike, some changes happened:

- Australia was visited by strong storms and big fires.

- North African country started to manifest again their leadership.

- Japan is now fighting against the results of earthquake, tsunami and nuclear power.

Therefor I wanted to add a little drop and rise some funds for a nature relevant project. So I created that blog. I'm very happy that my dearest Franziska was "ok" to let me go in April and for the spiritual strength she gives me.

And another important point: I am very glad to work for my employee (www.brechbuehler.ch), which allows me :

1) to work part time.

2) to be able to follow my project crossing Australia.

That is not usual on the Swiss market and I 'm really thankful for it!

As NGO, I've chosen WWF to work with. The first idea was to work with the Australian one, which came out to be quite difficult. So I changed to the Swiss WWF, which opened a project for me.

So, if you would like to motivate me for some more extra kilometers (per bike only), you can write me an email or post a message about your contribution. One cent, one dime, one quarter or if you want one dollar or more per kilometer. Every thing is nice. A glass of water is made of drops. I'm collecting the drops.

My goal for 2011 is to reach Cairns from Melbourne.. the time is limited to 4.5 weeks. So you will not be ruined... ;-) I will try to put the daily kilometers on a regular basis and depending from the internet coverage on my other blog:

http://georges-crossing-australia.blogspot.com

You don't need to send me money. I'm trusting you and your word. I only wish a feedback that will motivate me. And for Swiss people/companies: you can deduce the amount from the taxes! :-)

Therefor please send your amount directly to:

Project 4598.1

WWF Suisse

Postfach

CH-8010 Zurich

Postal account: 80-58957-3 / Payment reason (Project): "4598.1"

Bank information:

Project 4598.1

Zürcher Kantonalbank

8010 Zürich, Clearing Nr. 700,

SWIFT/BIC: ZKBKCHZZ80A,

IBAN: CH6600700110000204481

For question, don't hesitate to contact me.

Cheers and thanks in advance,

Georges