Trailtrekker Frequently asked questions
How much training do I have to do?
Lots. But you shouldn’t be on you own. Get a team together. Train with them. To us, that’s all part of the appeal. And you all want to get fit for a real challenge – Trailtrekker is a sure fire way to do it. The Yorkshire Dales have some steep climbs and rolling hills – so it’s really important to train on hills. You need to build up mental strength and stamina, too. Everyone is different – you need to learn about yourself and your needs before the event. How often you need to drink, how tiredness affects you, which footwear you prefer, and so on.
Training with your team will help you to set your pace, and to work out your roles within the team, and how best to support each other. People often find they get loads out of the training – it can mean quality time spent with your team, as you all get fitter and prepare for the journey ahead.
How do I raise the money?
Fundraising can be challenging, but remember you’re a team. Break the target down. Make a plan. To help you along, we’ve developed a special Fundraising Guide, which includes a dedicated Trailtrekker e-fundraising site, sponsor forms, match giving forms, and loads of ideas for events, all kinds of fundraisers. They all add up.
People are often surprised by how much they can raise – and how much they enjoy doing it. On average, teams raise around £2,000, but our top fundraising team ever, raised more than £20,000! You’ll deserve every penny people give you for your efforts on the Trail. The more money you raise, the more good work Oxfam can get done as a result.
How do I get a team on board?
If the inspiration on this site isn’t enough to get friends motivated, there are lots ways we can help.
Get a brochure and some leaflets sent out to help you spread the word
Check out the Trailtrekker or Trailwalker Facebook group to ask others like you how they hooked in their team-mates.
Think about different places you could get a team; work, sports clubs, groups of mums, your local gym. They might not have to be super fit right now – just willing to train and fundraise and take on a new challenge. Make sure everyone brings a quality to the team, whether it’s energy, enthusiasm, organisational skills, fundraising ideas, map-reading skill, or an endless stream of good chat.
What is the difference between Trailwalker and Trailtrekker?
It’s never been done before. There’s a challenge laid down for you. While it starts and finishes in the same place, making logistics much easier than Trailwalker, the route itself is more demanding. Trekking though the breathtaking landscapes of the Pennines and Dales way, taking in the summit of Pen-y-gent into the bargain – this is no mean feat. But it is achievable.
The Oxfam events team and our outdoor challenge experts will be working tirelessly over the next few months to bring you an experience you’ll never forget. We’ll help you get your team round the route safe and supported. That means you can concentrate on trekking through the achievement of a lifetime. That includes the fundraising you’ll do – which will change lives. You just need to prepare: train with your team, bring the right kit on the day, plus a well-prepared support crew and look after eachother. We think it’s going to be amazing. But that depends on you. Up for it? Sign up here
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