When Multiple Sclerosis changed Clare Reil ly's life\, she made a decision that would redefine her future. Rather tha n allowing a wheelchair to limit her world\, Clare embraced adventure\, re silience and a determination to keep exploring the places she loves.
\nWheelchair Meets Wilderness chronicles her history-making 1\,0 67-kilometre journey along the Munda Biddi Trail\, becoming the first pers on to complete the entire route in a wheelchair while raising awareness an d more than $100\,000 for MS research.
\nJoin Clare as she shares he r deeply personal story of living with disability while refusing to let it define her. With honesty\, humour and hope\, she reflects on the challeng es\, triumphs and unexpected moments that shaped her journey\, proving tha t life's greatest adventures are not measured by distance travelled\, but by the courage to keep moving forward.
\nMore than a memoir\, Wh eelchair Meets Wilderness is a powerful story of resilience\, determi nation and finding freedom in the face of adversity. It is a reminder that even when life takes an unexpected turn\, purpose\, possibility and adven ture remain within reach.
\nAbout the author:
\nClare Reilly is an award-winning disability advocate\, storyteller\, an d outdoor adventure enthusiast who&rsquo\;s never let multiple sclerosis s low her down. Recognised for her community impact\, Clare is the recipient of the Geelong Awards for People with Disability Leadership and Advocacy Award. She uses her platform to champion universal access and inclusion in the Australian outdoors\, both through her advocacy and as the voice behi nd the MSUnderstood podcast.
\nAlongside her adventures\, she recent ly completed her Bachelor of Psychological Science and works as a virtual assistant\, helping NDIS participants stay organised and show up online wi th confidence.
\nClare lives in the coastal town of Portarlington on the Bellarine Peninsula with her husband\, son\, and their cat\, Matilda. When she isn't pushing the boundaries of adaptive trail riding alongside her dedicated support crew\, she can be found seeking out local roadside h oney stalls\, reading\, or spending time in her native cottage garden.
\n\nThis is a free event\, but registrations are require d.
\nBook sales and author signings will be offered&nbs p\;at the conclusion of the event.
\nAll profits from the s ale of this book will be donated to Menzies Institute for Medical Research to support vital Multiple Sclerosis research\, helping create hope for th e millions of people and families living with MS.
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