Arlington Amputee to Participate in Charitable Mount Kilimanjaro Hike
An Arlington man, Jacob Rainey, is preparing to scale the highest peak in Africa with a prosthetic leg, aiming to fundraise for clean water and inspire other amputees.
Rainey, who walks with an artificial right leg, is embarking on a seven-day, 43-mile challenge to hike Mount Kilimanjaro this February. He will be joined by a group including veterans and former athletes.
Their efforts will raise funds for Waterboys, a clean water advocacy initiative by former NFL defensive end Chris Long. Rainey shares a hometown connection and mentor-like relationship with Long, who is from Charlottesville.
Rainey is motivated by a desire to provide clean water around the world while inspiring people who may share a similar story of adversity.
The hike aims to support Waterboys and inspire other amputees.
Author's summary: Arlington amputee Jacob Rainey hikes Mount Kilimanjaro for charity.
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