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The Penang Hill Heritage Forest Challenge 2023 (PHHFC2023) is set to captivate outdoor enthusiasts as participants gear up for an exhilarating 17-kilometre race through the scenic route of Penang Hill. This year’s event promises an extended course, showcasing the natural beauty of the hill and marking a significant milestone since the 2017 landslide incident that prompted adjustments to previous editions.
With the race just around the corner, Penang Hill Corporation (PHC) expressed its readiness and highlighted the substantial investments made by the Penang government to ensure the safety and stability of the hill slopes.
The PHHFC2023 aims to promote Penang as a renowned eco-tourism destination while fostering environmental awareness, heritage conservation, and a healthy lifestyle among participants.
Promoting Penang as an eco-tourism destination
Penang state youth and sports committee chairperson Soon Lip Chee underlined the objective of the Penang Hill Heritage Forest Challenge, which began in 2014.
The event aims to promote and enhance Penang’s reputation as a premier eco-tourism destination. By organizing this challenge, the authorities hope to instil awareness and love for the environment and heritage conservation among the participants.
Additionally, the event seeks to foster a culture of sports and a healthy lifestyle within the community. The PHC’s target for this edition is to attract 900 participants, including both Malaysians and international individuals eager to engage in this unique adventure.
The race offers an enticing opportunity for participants to not only test their endurance but also stand a chance to win attractive lucky draw prizes and cash rewards.
Longer route through Penang Hill for safety
Penang Hill Corporation (PHC) general manager Datuk Cheok Lay Leng reassured the public of the safety measures undertaken by the Penang government to restore and upgrade the affected areas on Penang Hill.
The race’s longer route signifies the progress made since the 2017 landslide incident, as significant slope stabilization and road upgrading works have been carried out. Participants in the PHHFC2023 will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the breathtaking scenery and invigorating fresh air that Penang Hill has to offer.
Speaking at a media conference held at the Lower Station of Penang Hill, Datuk Cheok emphasized that the experience awaiting participants would be nothing short of fantastic.
Penang Hill Heritage Forest Challenge registration
The PHHFC2023 will take place on August 27, from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., starting at the Quarry Recreational Park in Penang Botanic Gardens and concluding at the Dataran of Penang Hill’s upper station.
Runners will traverse the trails of the Penang Hill Biosphere Reserve, passing through captivating locations such as Viaduct Road East, Viaduct Road West, Moniot Heritage Trail 1825 (West), and Summit Road.
The event is organized by PHC in collaboration with Actife Style Concept Sdn Bhd, Penang Hill Residents’ Association, and Penang Amateur Athletics Association, with support from the Penang government.
Registration for the PHHFC2023 is now open, offering early-bird discounts until May 21, priced at RM55 per person. From May 22 to June 16, a standard registration fee of RM65 per person applies.
All participants will receive a goodie bag and a T-shirt, which must be collected between August 23 and 26 from the Penang Hill Lower Station Information Counter beside the Ticket Counter. It is important to note that no collection will be available on or after the event, so participants must make arrangements accordingly.
To obtain further details and register for the Penang Hill Heritage Forest Challenge 2023, interested individuals can visit the official website at https://www.actifestyle.com/view_event.php?event_id=79.
Source: Buletin Mutiara
