Think about it – this is going to be great fun. Sure it’s not for everyone, those who don’t like to get their hands dirty or spend any time away from civilization need not apply. For the rest of us, this may just be what you have been looking for.
This rally is for those that want to have an adventure, that crave something different, something memorable, but most importantly, it’s for those who want to raise much needed money for charity.
Many of us have been affected by cancer in one way or another. Whether it be parents, family, close friends, people we know or ourselves that have battled or are battling cancer, this all too common and the horrid disease has touched us all. We not only want to raise awareness and money for the Cancer Council, but we want to be able to offer support and a friendly ear to those that have suffered or are suffering.
This event is officially endorsed and supported by the Cancer Council.
How does it work?
Each team needs to raise a minimum (hopefully a lot more) of $4,000 to participate in the rally, so if there’s two of you it’s only $2,000 each.
Once the teams have raised their minimum amounts they are given up to $1,000 back for the car. Teams are also provided with a $500 fuel budget with anything over that coming from the teams pocket.
What does it cost?
Very little. We want to keep the costs down as much as we can as the teams put a lot of effort into fundraising, which is why you do not pay for the $1,500 for car and fuel. What is paid by you, out of your pocket, not the fundraising, is the registration fee of $250 per person. This is paid separately and in advance once your registration has been accepted. We use this registration fee for a number of different things including all of your Shitbox Rally merchandise and other safety items, this is not a money making exercise.
Feeding, sleeping, drinking
This trip is not about creature comforts. This is a challenge, it will be dirty, dusty and tough. But it’s going to be an amazing experience and something that you will remember forever. We will be camping all but the last location. Therefore you will need to bring your own tent, sleeping bag and matress.
The final 2 nights we will stay in a hotel in Darwin. We have secured discounted rates for the participants and we will provide you with the registration form once you have signed up. We always choose a hotel with a pool bar so we can park ourselves at it all day Saturday and unwind.
We organise (where possible) all of your meals and all of your accommodation locations. We will provide you with an itinerary that will list what we are doing at each place and the costs for everything. You will have plenty of advanced notice in case you need to take care of your own lunches etc, you will know all about it before we leave.
