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As someone who enjoys a challenge and also likes making things 10 times more complicated than they need to be, well, let's just say there was no passing this one up. When I was asked by a group of friends if I was up for a 3-day backpacking trip in the middle of nowhere PA, I was in. Andrea (my wife) didn't think it was the best of ideas for me because as many of you know, I’ve had hip related issues my entire life. These issues stem from Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease, (http://www.tsrhc.org/Perthes-Disease) which I was diagnosed with as a 7 years old. Now, 30 years later, I have had my third operation and am probably not far off from my fourth to completely replace my hip.
My twist on the hike, (partially so Andrea couldn't say no, but mostly to help an organization that has done so much for me) was to turn the trip into a fundraising event. The Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children (http://www.tsrhc.org/) was instrumental in providing treatment, consulting to local doctors in Cleveland, and enormous financial support to cover surgery that was at on time considered experimental and not covered by insurance. Not only did they pay for two surgeries when I was 8 and 9, but they also continue to follow my progress. They recently flew me down to Dallas to meet with Dr. Kim to continue to search for the best possible long term outcomes they can find for other children effected by this and similar diseases. They treat all children, regardless of financial ability to pay for their care. The staff and building are simply amazing. The building is warm and inviting and filled with volunteers who greet the children comfortable.
For our trip, we will be leaving March 24th, late in the afternoon. We will be hiking the full 36 + miles of the Gerard Hiking Trail (http://friendsocsp.org/trails/hiking/ght.html) in Oil City PA. The first day will consist of an evening hike of about 7.5 miles. We will be staying at the Woltkiel Run Trail Shelter Area. Day 2 will consist of roughly 15 miles of hiking, followed by staying at the Cow Run Trail Shelter Area. Sunday morning, we will wake and complete the final 15.5 miles before heading home.
I greatly appreciate all your support. I would love to raise $5,000 on this trip for the Texas Scottish Rite Hosptial for Children. Please donate and share the link to this event with as many friends and family as possible.
For more information on Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease please see this great video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VLfbLuV54Zg) produced by TSRHC.
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Neil Golli
Alwasys Best Care
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