NZMike Wilwert, a Canterbury-based cancer survivor, is using his love for skiing to raise funds for Ranui House, a facility that provided free and subsidized accommodation for families traveling to Christchurch for medical treatment during his illness. Wilwert was diagnosed with blood cancer several years ago and spent nearly a year at Ranui House while undergoing chemotherapy. He previously worked as a ski instructor at Mt Hutt and in Park City, Utah, and now aims to ski 100,000 vertical meters to raise $58,140, covering the cost of his stay at Ranui House. Despite ongoing treatments for kidney failure and cancer remission, Wilwert continues to ski regularly and hopes to inspire others facing similar challenges. Donations can be made through the Ranui House Bone Marrow Trust or Mike's Metres website.
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