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Professional Photos from San Raphael, Argentina, by Miky Dubrowsky of www.mediamza.com:

1. Running passed vineyards as we approached the city of San Raphael, Argentina

2. The long winding road from Cabo Froward, Chile to the Caribbean Sea, Venezuela

3. Arriving into San Raphael as the sun sets through Argentina's incredible sky

4. Running on to find a place to camp for the night by a stream in the company of bats and cicadas

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Click Here to view: 2 Minute Film on the start of the 5000mileproject

76 word 5000mileproject summary

On 27th July 2012, David and Katharine will embark on the biggest challenge of their lives; to fulfil a dream expedition to run the length of South America, unsupported, in a year. The project will be an immense physical and mental challenge, the equivalent of over 200 marathons back-to-back. The couple aim to highlight the amazing biodiversity they encounter along the way and raise awareness and funds for environmental conservation through their feat.

198 word 5000mileproject summary

On 27 July 2012, as the Olympic gun resonates through the streets of London, Katharine & David Lowrie will begin their own Olympics. An epic journey to run the length of South America; over 5000 miles, the equivalent of over 200 marathons in a year, through some of the most awe inspiring and biologically rich ecosystems on earth. The Ecologist Adventurer couple will run unsupported, carrying equipment for camping, communications, science, food and water. They hope to achieve a world first; first woman and first couple to run the continent. They will update 5000mileproject.org from the trail, providing the hub of the ambitious project. It will allow schools and global communities to journey vicariously with them; view the wildlife results from the world’s longest ‘Mega Transect’, follow the adventure, hazards and highlights, the challenges and choices. “Humans evolved to run in wild places, yet we are becoming more and more removed from both the natural world and physical activity; leading to obesity, psychosis and environmental degradation. We hope that through sweat, tears and determination, we’ll open a portal into the last wilds of South America and rekindle people’s passion for running and our amazing natural world”, Katharine and David

Words of support for 5000mileproject from Dean Karnazes and Kris Tompkins:

“Best wishes on your incredible adventure. I am awe inspired and deeply impressed by what you are undertaking. I am sure there will be untold difficulties, but also unexpected delights. Please be safe and enjoy every step of the way! Charge on.” Dean Karnazes , TIME magazine named Dean Karnazes as, ” One of the Top 100 Most Influential People in the World.” Men’s Fitness hailed him, “As one of the fittest men on the planet”.

“What better way to represent the slow but steady and effective movement of the conservation and restoration movement than by running the entire length of South America by David and Katharine Lowrie. Not only do they pull their sled along with their things, but as they run north, they are also pulling a long thread of adults and school children alike whose understanding of the importance of living in balance with nature is awakened by the arrival of David and Katharine in their neighborhoods and communities. After all, how many cities, towns and villages have two people running into the plaza, staying a few days to meet community members then continue running north out of town? Their message is urgent and clear: Man’s relationship to nature, ecological health, is essential for a future thriving human society. When they reach Venezuela having begun at Cape Froward at the southern most point of the continent, they will have accomplished much, met thousands of people and left more of a mark on environmental education than simply appearing in the record books.” Kris Tompkins , CEO of Conservacion Patagonica

Reactions to Katharine and David’s Challenge:

“This sounds a fantastically mad and exciting escapade” Deputy Head of Mission, British Embassy Caracas

“Well that’s quite an ambitious adventure, fraught with peril from health risks and crime risks. I hope you guys can make it!!!” Floyd Hayes, Seabird Scientist

“Oh my god, so have I understood correctly you’re gonna be running for a year? I’m in shock (….) I’m still in shock, I thought you couldn’t shock me anymore (….) but this, well I’m speechless”. Karen Johnson, Yoga Coach

“Glad you’re undertaking a challenge, as clearly your round the world voyages were a bit of a walk in the park (….) Have you been watching Forrest Gump perchance?” Nic Holland, friend

“You are mad but totally inspiring!!!” Kes De Glanville, friend

“You both continue to be an inspiration to humankind. Thank you is not a strong enough word. Run on!” Dan Antell, friend