Friday, October 27, 2017 – Visiting Kigali Projects

Today we left Lake Kivu and made our way to Kigali to visit two projects managed and supported by Debra Brosseuk of Kelowna. She faithfully makes annual trips to provide oversight and work with local people to move the projects forward. Our first stop was at the...

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Monday – Thursday, October 23 – 26, 2017: Travel in Rwanda

It took us a full day from the Mara to arrive in Kigali. The next day, the focus was on the Genocide Museum and understanding Rwandan culture and challenges the people have faced. Then we drove to Muzanse to begin the Gorilla Trek. The Gorilla Trek was enjoyed by all...

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Thursday, October 19, 2017 – Travel day to Mara

We left this morning at 7:30 AM for our long drive to the Mara. Bad roads and rain greeted our entry into this beautiful part of Kenya. In spite of these conditions, we managed to get an afternoon game drive and a great campfire overlooking the Mara plains with a...

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Tuesday, October 17, 2017 – Tulwap School Opening

Another great day of celebration as we opened 3 more classrooms at Tulwap Primary School. This was made possible by Sierra Contract Flooring Ltd. of Edmonton. Each year, the company organizes a golf tournament. The proceeds from the tournament helped fund the 3...

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Monday, October 16, 2017 – Gilgil School Opening

Today was a great day as we opened one of the schools that Gord Bontje gave as his birthday gift for the children of Kenya. A total of 11 classrooms and 4 staff offices. Gord in an old classroom that we hope to renovate next year. Candi planting trees to celebrate the...

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Sunday, October 15, 2017 – Legacy Circle Trip starts today

Last night, everyone arrived safely with all luggage--none went missing. This morning, we began with a visit to the elephant orphanage. Stopped for lunch at the Rift Valley viewpoint for lunch. Then for a boat ride to see closeup views of hippos. Thanks to Dale for...

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