Scout leader steps out for charity

Scout leader Bob Lynch, from Gourock, got into his stride to help raise money for blind and partially-sighted people in need.

He walked the length of the West Highland Way on behalf of charity the British Wireless for the Blind Fund (BWBF).

The charity provides a range of DAB/FM radios including some with CD players and other functions. All are specially adapted for blind and partially sighted people and are available on free permanent loan to those in need.

Mr Lynch, group scout leader of 10th Greenock & District (2nd Gourock), completed the 95-mile hike in seven days and raised £400. He was accompanied by two other walkers and a two-person support team.

“It was a challenge that I enjoyed undertaking,” said Mr Lynch who endured snow, rain and a blizzard during the walk.

“What kept me going was the people who sponsored me. I did not want to let them down by giving up. I was very pleased to be able to raise so much money for a very worthy cause.”

Mr Lynch runs the Scout Amateur Radio Club (call sign MM0TSG) with members working for the amateur radio Foundation Licence and Scout Radio Communicator Badge.

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