Epol weighs in behind MTB challenge
In support of the uBhejane Xtreme MTB Challenge, Epol has donated a year's supply of food for the 32 horses that make up the Project Rhino Horse unit.
AS entries continue to stream in for the various rides that make up the tough uBhejaneX MTB Challenge to support rhino conservation on Saturday, 8 December, the organisers have welcomed a huge donation that will help keep orphaned rhinos and horses in the anti-poaching units, fed for the next year.
The donation by Epol will provide around R56 000 worth of specialised food for the seven orphaned rhino being cared for at the Zululand Rhino Orphanage and the 32 horses that make up the Project Rhino Horse Units.
The horses play a major role in dealing with poachers in several reserves, including Imfolozi, Mawela, Spioenkop and Tugela Game Ranch.
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Mountain bikers keen to support the uBhejaneX initiative can opt to ride the iconic 340km from Hillcrest to Hilltop camp in Hluhluwe in one day, or the shorter 240km 100km and 35km rides, as well as the new three day ride over the full distance.
Those interested in taking part may apply to enter, donations can be submitted and more information can be found via the event’s website, www.ubhejanex.org.
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