A youngster from Mapperley is set to take on the challenge of climbing Everest from the comfort of her own home.
Eight-year-old Evie Andrew is to embark on the climb of a virtual Everest using the stairs in her house, starting on Friday.
During the three-day challenge, Evie will have to climb up and down her stairs 350 times to help the team of 12 youngsters, who are all aged between 6-8, hit the total required, the equivalent of climbing to the peak of the mountain at 8,848m.
The money raised from the climb will go to the Missing People charity, who have seen a rise in cases since the outbreak of Covid-19.
Helen Alves works for the charity and it was her son, Spencer who came up with the idea.
She said: “Spencer came up with the idea as a way to raise money as well as keeping fit while he can’t play with his friends. The children are seeking sponsorship and are very excited when they get on donation on their page.
“Missing People have seen a rise in cases since Covid-19 and lockdown has stopped people going out and home is not always the safest or easiest place to be for people.
You can sponsor the children for taking part in their Everest challenge by visiting their JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/kidsclimbeverest
