The AJ Bell Alpine Challenge will see teams of four ski or snowboard 150+km as they navigate their way to 35 checkpoints across the vast Portes du Soleil ski area. The team that visits the most checkpoints and clocks up the greatest distance over the two-day period will be crowned winners. Teams can enter the event online at www.snow-camp.org.uk/events/alpinechallenge.
Currently working across the UK in Bristol, Cardiff, Glasgow and London, Snow-Camp’s approach is to help young people develop new skills that will support their futures, particularly focussing on careers in the snowsport industry.
Andy Bell, chief executive of AJ Bell (picture attached), comments: “This is a great challenge that combines two days of hard core skiing with raising money for a great cause. Having Bill Vasilieff lead his Novia team adds a bit of competitive spice to the event. Other platforms and advisers thinking of joining the challenge should be aware that Bill and I both know the area like the back of our hand!”
Bill Vasilieff, chief executive of Novia comments “We are thrilled to be taking part in such an exciting and challenging charity competition. This race will be the most demanding skiing event I have been involved in, and across one of the most beautiful regions. We hope that team Novia help to raise significant funds for the charity snow-camp and after this fun and exciting adventure we will all après-ciate a warm drink at the finish line. “