For those of you who haven’t heard of this wonderful organization, the Make A Wish foundation is dedicated to fulfilling the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions, enriching their lives with happiness, hope, and strength to carry on with their fight for health another day or month or year.  You can read about the first wish they ever granted here: www.wish.org/about/the_first_wish but make sure to have a tissue near by!    

Skyline Adventures began raising money for Make a Wish in 2009, running a really fantastic trip with 5 women up the Santa Cruz valley and donating all proceeds to the charity at trips end. (To read a testimonial from one of the trips participants, click here).  It was a roaring success, full of happy hikers, sunny days, beautiful vistas, and cultural awakenings, all back-dropped by an enchanting cause.   

In 2010 we are planning another trek to the same area and are looking for folks who want to experience a great adventure in the Andes of Peru and know that the proceeds from the trip are going to help put a smile on the face of a child.  The itinerary is 9 days long, Lima to Lima with all services included.  The difficulty of the walk is moderate, with a highpoint of 4750 meters (15,583 feet).  You’ll only carry a small daypack so you can enjoy the views to the fullest, and you will be stunned & amazed at the delicious cuisine your expedition cook prepares for you three times a day!  In just a week and a half you will get to know a new country, culture, and breathtaking environment – no previous experience needed, only an adventurous spirit and a comfy pair of boots!

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For more details on the trip:  www.skyline-adventures.com/featured.asp. 

 Happy 2010 from your friends at Skyline Adventures!