Events Calendar
Our calendar has everything you need to start a Longest Day 80 challenge, even if you're unsure what to do. For challenge inspiration, check back daily for new events throughout the month of June.
Day 21 - Recommend Something New
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Welcome back to Day 21, you're almost on the home stretch of our calendar. Every day matters and your participation makes a difference. Keep on going!
The challenge
Today's activity is part of our connection series. Your challenge today is to recommend something new to a family member, friend, or work colleague.
Ideas for recommendations
Think about what the person in mind likes and may benefit from. Here are some ideas:
- Book: Share a book you recently enjoyed or found inspiring
- Podcast: Recommend a podcast that offers interesting insights or entertainment
- Music: Create a shared playlist in your chosen music streaming service and each contribute your favourite songs
- Activity: Suggest a new hobby or activity they might enjoy, such as a local event or a new workout routine
- Movie/TV: Recommend a movie or TV show that you found captivating and entertaining
Make it social
Share your recommendation on social media using #WWTWLD80 and #LongestDay80. Let’s inspire each other with new and exciting discoveries.
Did you miss yesterday? Go back to Day 20 and catch up.
Fundraiser update
On 10 June, veteran and Saracens rugby champion Andy Dawling embarked on a 3-week, 600-mile journey called ‘The Wolf Pack Pilgrimage,’ starting in Ambleside in the Lake District and finishing in Botany Bay in the South East of England.
Andy, a former premier league rugby player for Harlequins and England Sevens representative, now works as the Saracens Kit Manager. He founded the Wolf Pack Pilgrimage Community to support veterans through organised walking activities, sports, and community events.
As Andy travelled south, he invited people to join him with mini challenges, including an 80km walk from Wolverhampton to Hereford on 16 June to support Walking With The Wounded’s ‘Longest Day Challenge.’ The Longest Day 80 campaign, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings, encourages supporters to engage in fundraising activities throughout June, focusing on the number 80.
Commenting on his challenge, Andy said:
“I served in the Armed Forces and witnessed first-hand the horrors of warfare. Since leaving the Forces, I’ve learned techniques to help me come to terms with some of the things I’ve seen, and I set up Wolf Pack Pilgrimages to support fellow veterans with their mental health and wellbeing. I’m excited to take on the Wolf Pack Pilgrimage in June and incorporate Walking With The Wounded’s Longest Day Challenge. It is a brilliant charity that provides vital support services to veterans and their families, and it’s important to raise awareness of the work they do.”
You can view Andy's progress on social @wolfpackpilgrimage and view his fundraising page here.
Share your progress
Tag us in your updates using our social channels: Facebook, Instagram, and X. You can also use our campaign hashtags #WWTWLD80 and #LongestDay80.
We also have some fundraising tips and don't forget to share your leaderboard progress by keeping track of your position.
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Day 30 - Wrap Up
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And that's a wrap
Congratulations! You’ve done it! You should feel an enormous sense of achievement, having shown incredible strength and determination by pushing your boundaries and limits.
Throughout this month, you’ve shown up, engaged, and created a positive impact. Together, we’ve continued the legacy of those we honour.
Spread the Word
Now is the perfect time to share your journey. Whether you completed this calendar or tackled a personalised challenge, it’s time to talk about it! Use social media and other platforms to give one last, final push to your fundraising pages. Share your story, inspire others, and celebrate your success.
Feel proud of what you’ve accomplished. Your efforts have not only made a difference in your life but...
Day 29 - Reach Out
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Welcome back! If you’ve followed us throughout June, we want to thank you for your dedication, participation, and positive impact. Together, we honour their legacy.
Today marks our last challenge and we are bringing everything full circle by asking you to reach out to a friend - old or new - once again.
Why this matters
We’ve included this challenge twice to emphasise the importance of connection and remembrance. Taking the time to reconnect with others strengthens bonds and keeps the memory and legacy of those we honour alive.
The challenge
Reach out to a friend or family member you haven’t spoken with recently. Whether through a text, a call, or arranging a meet-up, take the opportunity to reconnect.
If you need a conversation starter, why...
Day 25 - Make Someone Laugh
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Welcome back to Day 25 of our calendar and today we are asking you to make someone laugh within our connection series.
Why laughter?
Laughter is often considered a natural medicine. It reduces stress, boosts the immune system, and fosters stronger connections between people. Making someone laugh is not only good for them but also beneficial for you. It brings mutual joy, strengthens relationships, and enhances overall well-being.
Here are some simple ways to bring a smile to someone’s face today:
- Share a Joke: Do you have a favourite joke that always gets a laugh? Share it with someone who needs a smile.
- Tell a Funny Story: Think of a humorous anecdote from your life and share it with a friend, family member, or colleague.
- Send a...