HISTORY

Sister Peg saves the day!

Sister Peg has long contributed to the Midlands community through her excellent work in caring for and educating under privileged children in the area. In 2000, when the Highlander race had a handful of participants the race looked like it may need to be cancelled as a result of a lack of funding and resources to keep it running. Sister Peg decided this was not going to happen and promptly raised $1000 from friends and family to ensure the Highlander lived on! This has allowed the Highlander to evolve into the MTB Adventure Weekend that it has become today. In 2008 the Highlander race donated a portion of the money raised to Sister Peg as thanks for her support over the years – and to allow her to continue the selfless, invaluable work that she does in the Midlands community! Thanks Sister Peg and thanks to all the Highlander participants over the years!

History

This is the 16th year that the 1st Howick Cub & Scout Group is holding the Howick Highlander Mountain-Bike Challenge. The funds raised from the Highlander are used for subsidising outdoor activities such as camps, outings and events for the 1st Howick Cubs & Scouts. The Group has over the years provided valuable services to the youth of the area, including those from disadvantaged areas. In today’s frenetic world we believe that it is absolutely critical that the youth engage with environmental, conservation and social responsibility programs. Cubs and Scouts endeavour to promote and develop both individual and leadership competencies in our youth.