Training update from Eric Hampel as he prepares for the U.K. National Three Peaks Challenge. From rugged Lake District hikes near Scafell to juggling real-life training and purpose, Eric shares what’s driving him to raise funds for PKD research. Read the full blog.
A December update from Eric Hampel, who is preparing for the 3 Peaks Challenge (UK) in 2026.
Even before we had finished our descent of Mt. Kilimanjaro, people in our climbing group were already talking about “the next challenge.” For me, one stuck out - both for its test of endurance and its UK roots: the National Three Peaks Challenge.
"It’s hard to believe my Kilimanjaro climb was just two months ago. It already feels like forever, but the experience is one I’ll always cherish. Standing at the summit of the highest peak in Africa was an unforgettable moment, and it’s one I was so proud to undertake on behalf...
Eric Hampel's Peaks for PKD Kilimanjaro trek was a 9-day excursion from Oct 9 to 17, 2024. Follow along via his day-by-day itinerary all the way to the top of the mountain, and down!
Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro is no easy feat, and PKD patient Eric Hampel has been training for months to raise awareness and funds for polycystic kidney disease (PKD). In just a few days, he’ll begin his 9-day trek, representing the PKD Foundation of Canada and aiming to inspire the PKD community...
Eric ran the Great North Run half marathon in early September, as part of his training for his upcoming Kilimanjaro climb. Get a look into his training motivation as he achieves a personal best at the Great North Run.
In honour of PKD Awareness Day, Eric Hampel is sharing the most important things he wants others to know about polycystic kidney disease (PKD).
Eric's latest update: He recently did a 2-day hike of the Isaac's Tea Trail in northern England!
As October approaches, Eric Hampel is gearing up for one of the biggest challenges of his life: climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to raise awareness and funds for polycystic kidney disease (PKD). Here's an update on Eric's preparations for this incredible journey.