Limerick man to paddle River Shannon over 10 days for Parkinson’s
Trevor Morrissey from Dooradoyle and Mike O'Sullivan from Quin, Co Clare will embark on their ‘Paddling for Parkinson’s’ fundraiser from June 12 to June 21
TWO local men are preparing to take on an extraordinary endurance challenge this June as they paddle the length of the River Shannon to raise funds for the Mid-West Branch of Parkinson’s Ireland.
From June 12 to June 21, Trevor Morrissey from Dooradoyle and Mike O'Sullivan from Quin, Co Clare will embark on their ‘Paddling for Parkinson’s’ fundraiser, travelling from the source of the Shannon in Co Cavan all the way to the sea across a demanding 10-day journey of canoeing and camping.
The challenge aims to raise vital funds and awareness for Parkinson’s Ireland and the thousands of people and families across Ireland living with Parkinson’s.
Speaking ahead of the challenge, Trevor said the fundraiser is deeply personal:
“Throughout every mile, I will be thinking of my mom and the many people I know fighting this condition. We wanted to do something meaningful that would both challenge us and help raise awareness and support for Parkinson’s Ireland.”
The pair will travel through multiple counties and communities along the River Shannon facing unpredictable weather conditions.
Funds raised from the challenge will support the work of the Mid-West Branch of Parkinson’s Ireland, helping to provide exercise classes, support groups, information services and community supports for people living with Parkinson’s and their families.