Year of challenges to mark 30th birthday
A Felpham man is taking on 30 challenges to mark his 30th birthday and raise money for Chestnut Tree House children’s hospice.
Giving himself a year to complete 30 challenges, Glen Wolfenden started with a New Year’s Day dip in the sea and has since completed a 28-day plank challenge, snowboarded 100km in three days in Morzine, France, and run two 10ks at Goodwood and Brighton.
He has also taken on virtual challenges, including a 33.8km swim across the English Channel, a 56km run on the Amalfi Coast and a 161km cycle along the French Riviera in three days.
Glen, who celebrated his 30th birthday on Saturday, said: “I am taking on a 300ft bungee jump at Bray Lake in Windsor in August.
“I’m really not a fan of heights, so it’s safe to say I’m feeling nervous about taking on that challenge!”
With eight more months to go, the challenges promise to push Glen outside his comfort zone.
Upcoming challenges vary in physical and mental difficulty, ranging from a ‘Man versus Food’ inspired challenge to a 105km cycle round the Isle of Wight.
Speaking about why he wanted to take on these challenges to raise vital funds for Chestnut Tree House children’s hospice, Glen said: “I wanted to do something different for my 30th year.
“My wife volunteered at Chestnut Tree House for a few days with her work.
“She came home and told me about the amazing care that they are providing to children and families in our local community.
“As a father to a eightmonth-old son this really spoke out to me and made me feel motivated to support Chestnut Tree House so that children and their families can make special memories together.”
Glen is already well on his way to reaching his £5,000 target. He said: “So far the response to my fundraising has been fantastic, and I’m looking forward to seeing how the year develops!”
He is aiming to finish his 30 challenges by completing the Pagham Pram Race on Boxing Day. To sponsor Glen visit www.justgiving.com/ fundraising/glen-wolfenden1