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Para rider survives dislocated knee, lost sight and broken skin to complete epic 51-mile trek

Para rider survives dislocated knee, lost sight and broken skin to complete epic 51-mile trek
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Rider who suffers dislocations, paralysis and blindness to take on 50-mile Dartmoor challenge

A rider whose medical conditions means she suffers frequent dislocations, twisting limbs and periods of blindness and paralysis is planning a 50-mile fundraising ride across Dartmoor. Grade IV para rider Kirstie McPherson has connective tissue disorder Ehlers Danlos syndrome (EDS) and neurological disorder generalised dystonia. She also suffers with hemiplegic migraines. This July, Covid restrictions permitting, she will ride her recently backed loan horse Mimosa on the trek, which is expected to take three days, in aid of the Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust. She has aleady raised more than £1,100 on Mother of six Kirstie told H&H she was only diagnosed with the dystonia six years ago, but this did not fully explain her varied symptoms.

20 Under 40: Sean Hovorka committed to future in mining, Moffat County community amid changes

Sean Hovorka. (Courtesy Photo) Sean Hovorka may not have been born in Moffat County, but an understanding and appreciation for the area’s unique personality have made it a home to which he is truly dedicated. Since coming to Trapper Mine in 2018, Hovorka has committed himself to the community on multiple levels. His position of drill and blast engineer and supervisor with the outfit is one he’s devoted to by furthering his education, currently on his way to a master’s degree through Colorado School of Mines. Elsewhere, the Army veteran and father has lent his time to multiple endeavors such as the Moffat County High School robotics program, numerous community service groups, and several projects alongside girlfriend Kirstie McPherson, owner of downtown businesses The Find and 518 Wine Bar.

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