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The Three Peaks Challenge is growing with popularity each year.

Annually thousands of fundraisers descend on the Scafell Pike, Snowdon and Ben Nevis to soak in the magnificent scenery and with the hope of completing all three in under 24 hours. However, behind this seemingly uncontroversial event, there a number of negative impacts which are bringing these stunning regions close to their breaking point.  

 If you've decided to do a trek challenge, being well prepared and having the right equipment to hand

can make a real difference to the comfort and enjoyment of your experience. In particular, for extreme or long-distance treks, having appropriate equipment and knowing how to use it correctly, is crucial. Here are some essential items to pack on your trek.

There’s no doubt that cycling challenges are among the most popular out there, whether that’s cycle challenges in the UK or venturing further afield. Your ride may not quite match the toughness and endurance required for the iconic Tour de France, but you’ll need to get some training under your belt to get the most out of any charity bike rides you do. 

If you’re thinking about taking on some of our small group cycle challenges such as the Stelvio and Classic Italian Climbs, Pyrenees Coast to Coast and Classic Cols of the Tour de France but concerned about the potential for steep climbs then you might find the following climbing tips helpful.

Here are five simple ways in which you can improve your performance on the mountain and work towards achieving feats you never thought were possible.

Exploring the great canyons of the American South-West is an exhilarating adventure that will remain with you forever. This region is famous for its national parks and spectacular variety of terrain, from breath-taking rock formations and vivid desert landscapes to unspoilt wilderness. ‘Trek the Canyons’ is a journey that will take you places you have never been, challenge you physically and uplift you emotionally. Ultimately, you will feel refreshed and inspired having intimately explored one of the world’s great natural wonders - the Grand Canyon.

When it comes to fundraising challenges, it is very important to be prepared. This is because charity adventures are both physically and mentally challenging. You are putting your body through a tough physical challenge such as a cycling from London to Paris or trekking to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro, and this can be extremely mentally challenging, especially if you have picked a multi-day challenge.

Here are some of the main benefits of charity challenge preparation.