Ten-year-old Mackenzie Knott is an enthusiastic cross-country runner with a passion for mountains and animals who has just completed her third 13 Peaks Challenge to raise funds for orphaned baby rhinos under the care of Rhino Connect NPO:
As an ambassador for Fit4Rhinos, Mackenzie has just conquered her third multi-day 13 Peaks Challenge on a mission to raise R13 000 for orphaned baby rhinos under the care of Rhino Connect NPOTo date, Mackenzie has completed four big mountain challenges, with her latest trek being her fifth.
Her incredible adventure-with-a-difference came to a successful end two days ago with a 20-kilometre stretch to tag Klaasenkop and Devil’s Peak, which included tough technical terrain and two steep climbs and descents for 1600 metres of elevation over nine hours.In the latest update commemorating the successful mission, Gareth Knott expressed his daughter’s gratitude to all those who supported her on her journey and contributed to her cause.
‘Mackenzie would like to thank all who have donated to her cause and supported her along the way. Making this difference towards her baby orphan rhinos has certainly been a team effort,’ read the
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