Climbing Te Mata Peak more than 35 times in the space of eight hours is a mammoth undertaking for a retired New Zealand Army sergeant - although it is all in the name of charity to raise awareness and money for the Armed Forces Veterans.
Andrew McCrory, and his wife and retired NZ Army Captain, Kathleen McCrory, have taken it upon themselves to bring people together for the No Duff Charitable Trust Everest Challenge Hawke's Bay.
The registered charity is committed to providing immediate support for veterans in need and although the couple have never suffered post-traumatic distress disorder personally, it is a cause close to their hearts.
The challenge is welcome to all tomorrow and will test those daring enough to walk the 250 metres from the Tararua car park to the top of Te Mata Peak more than 35 times in an attempt to walk the height of Mt Everest, which stands at 8845m.
Despite the Everest challenge lasting 50 days, Mr McCrory decided it would be a unique thing to do all at once.