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Big Wild Walk

21 October - 1 November 2024

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What is the Big Wild Walk?

The Big Wild Walk is The Wildlife Trusts' annual fundraising challenge!

Walk 30km between 21 October and 3 November and fundraise to protect the wildlife you love.

Whether you want to take on one big hike or take it at your own walking pace over the two weeks, the only competition is against yourself. And if you prefer to conquer step counts from the comfort of your living room, don’t worry because we’ll bring the wildlife to you!  

Whatever you do, you’ll also experience the benefits to health and wellbeing that comes from connecting with nature.

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How to take on the Big Wild Walk

The four steps for Big Wild Walk, number 1 Sign up Number 2 Set your Challange Number 3, get fundraising Number 4 - Go Big Go Wild!
"I'm so excited to be a part of this year's Big Wild Walk, I can't wait to take on the challenge and join you in helping to protect our natural world"
Rhiane Fatinikun
Founder of Black Girls Hike and ambassador for The Wildlife Trusts
A woman and two men stood in front of a sign post on the Pennine way. The weather is misty.

#NominateForNature

 

Nothing beats a crisp autumnal walk with friends and family. So why not nominante them to join you as you complete Big Wild Walk! 

Invite three friends or family members with the hashtag #NominateForNature - let them know why you’re taking on your Big Wild Walk, how much wildlife means to you and how they can get involved too!

Share your journey on social media and celebrate each step you take—it all helps protect the wildlife we love. You can also join our Facebook group for daily encouragement from a welcoming community of fellow nature lovers!

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It was a really enjoyable challenge and a good incentive to get outside into the fresh air and countryside and get some exercise, as well as raising funds for a great cause.
Sarah
2023 fundraiser
autumn leaves child

Helena Dolby, Sheffield Wildlife Trust

How does taking part help wildlife?

Wildlife is disappearing at an alarming rate and the threat of climate catastrophe is a constant worry. The Wildlife Trusts are calling for at least 30% of our land and sea to be connected and protected for nature’s recovery by 2030. Funds raised from the Big Wild Walk will go directly towards helping us achieve this goal. From campaigning for protected areas at sea to allow our precious marine wildlife to recover, to working with landowners and community groups to create wildlife-friendly spaces, your donations help us to bring wildlife back across the UK and in the Isle of Man and Alderney.

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Let's get social!

Here are some handy social media graphics to use when you start fundraising! This includes cover images for Facebook, post images for Facebook, X (Twitter) and Instagram, and Instagram stories.

Download them below to help make your fundraising posts go even further!

Big Wild Walk Landscape - Social Media Graphics

Illustration of a colourful, abstract landscape with a pale blue sky. In the foreground of the image are hedges, flowers, a hedgehog, and a snail. In the background are trees and an oversized mushroom.

Big Wild Walk - Landscape

Big Wild Walk Characters - Social Media Graphics

Illustration of a colourful, abstract landscape with a pale blue sky. In the foreground of the image are hedges, flowers, a hedgehog, and a snail. Slightly further from the foreground is a character wearing blue clothes and holding two walking poles, walking towards the right-hand side of the image. In the background are trees and an oversized mushroom.

Big Wild Walk - Character 1

Illustration of a colourful, abstract landscape with a pale blue sky. In the foreground of the image are hedges, flowers, a hedgehog, and a snail. Slightly further from the foreground is a character wearing a purple coat with black hair in a ponytail, walking towards the left-hand side of the image. In the background are trees and an oversized mushroom.

Big Wild Walk - Character 2

Illustration of a colourful, abstract landscape with a pale blue sky. In the foreground of the image are hedges, flowers, a hedgehog, and a snail. Slightly further from the foreground is a character wearing a purple jumper with red hair tied up in a bun, running towards the right-hand side of the image. In the background are trees and an oversized mushroom.

Big Wild Walk - Character 3

Illustration of a colourful, abstract landscape with a pale blue sky. In the foreground of the image are hedges, flowers, a hedgehog, and a snail. Slightly further from the foreground is a character wearing a turquoise t-shirt with short black hair, looking through some binoculars and pointing into the distance. In the background are trees and an oversized mushroom.

Big Wild Walk - Character 4

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Big Wild Walk graphic

30 by 30

 

The #BigWildWalk fundraiser supports The Wildlife Trusts' mission to restore and protect at least 30% of land and sea for nature by 2030 - helping to tackle the nature and climate crises.

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