Events - Challenge

Team Willow is going from strength to strength in a year that marks a new phase in the Willow Foundation’s approach to challenge events. Last year the charity not only introduced a new advertising campaign but it revamped its training programme and promotional materials. The Foundation is also expanding its catalogue of challenge events, with a number of exciting new initiatives for supporters to get involved with. The charity is always looking for willing competitors to join Team Willow, so here are some fun ideas for how you could get involved. If you are interested in competing in any of the following events for Willow please contact Carol Young on 01707 259777 or email challenge@willowfoundation.org.uk Just remember, competition for places can be fierce, so sign up early to avoid disappointment.







TEAM WILLOW CALENDAR
	London 10K 26 May 2008	Guaranteed places on the course that will be used at the 2012 Olympics. We expect this race to be very popular.
	British 10K 6 July 2008	A great alternative if you don't get a place in the London Marathon. The route takes you past famous London sights including Buckingham Palace, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge, the London Eye, Trafalgar Square and it's only 10k long. You will get plenty of support before, during and after the race. This event sells out fast so sign up early to avoid disappointment.
	MAZDA London Triathlon 9 & 10 August 2008	The fastest growing sport in the UK. Swim, bike and run this fast, flat course with three distance options. Of if you prefer, take part with two friends in a team relay. Very popular - open entries close January. Guaranteed places close 1 June.
	adidas Women's 5K Challenge 7 September 2008	One just for the ladies. A fun 5K race that takes place in London, Liverpool and Birmingham.
	BUPA Great North Run 5 October 2008 BUPA Great South Run 26 October 2008	The World's biggest and best half marathon and ten mile road race.
	Dog Sledding in Sweden March 2009	This is an opportunity to take part in a thrilling adventure in the snow laden landscape of Sweden, 300 miles north of the Arctic Circle – travelling on the back of a sled pulled by Alaskan huskies.
	adidas Half Marathon March 2009	A top event organised by the team responsible for the world famous Flora London Marathon.
	FLORA London Marathon April 2009	There are some guaranteed places available but runners must have applied and been rejected by the official ballot. Deadline for entries is October 2008 (entry forms available from sports shops).
Set your own challenge Not sure any of these events are right for you? Why not set up your own? We support anyone who wants to raise money for Willow when organising their own challenge.

In return for your support… Just as Team Willow competitors are dedicated to raising valuable funds for the charity, the Foundation is committed to supporting all of its challenge event participants. All team members are supplied with training and nutritional tips, regular updates on fellow team members’ progress, support on the day (for the major races), promotional materials including running vests and t-shirts, plus an invitation to the annual Challenge Reception at Willow House		.
view challenge bulletin on-line view pics from London Marathon 2008 view news articles: challenge events		Challenge Pack To request a challenge pack email challenge@willowfoundation.org.uk or call Carol Young on 01707 259777.