Bronze Expedition - Bike Packing £180 minimum group size 10
DofE rescently changed the requirements for the Bronze Expedition section, you do not need to complete both a practice and a qualifying expedition, instead you can go straight to the qualifying expedition. You will still need to prove that you have had adequate training to attempt an expedition. There is also no requirement to produce a presentation at the end of your adventure but there will be a full debrief.
We offer a 4-day programme which allows you to complete the required training and then move straight onto the qualifying Bronze Expedition.
We run open Bronze expeditions from Badaguish near Aviemore, which is a very unique place with the Cairngorms National Park, set within Glenmore Forrest, providing ideal terrain for Bronze expeditions.
We have easy access to numerous forest paths and trails as well as recognise cycle ways, so planning an Expedition is easy, list your expectations and we can easily help on achieving them.
Please see an example Practice and expedition schedule below
DofE rescently changed the requirements for the Bronze Expedition section, you do not need to complete both a practice and a qualifying expedition, instead you can go straight to the qualifying expedition. You will still need to prove that you have had adequate training to attempt an expedition. There is also no requirement to produce a presentation at the end of your adventure but there will be a full debrief.
We offer a 4-day programme which allows you to complete the required training and then move straight onto the qualifying Bronze Expedition.
We run open Bronze expeditions from Badaguish near Aviemore, which is a very unique place with the Cairngorms National Park, set within Glenmore Forrest, providing ideal terrain for Bronze expeditions.
We have easy access to numerous forest paths and trails as well as recognise cycle ways, so planning an Expedition is easy, list your expectations and we can easily help on achieving them.
Please see an example Practice and expedition schedule below
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Pre Expedition Training
Completed at Badaguish Stove use & food choices Erecting tents Introduction to navigation Clothing and equipment Route planning Overnight in wooden Pods |
Practice Bike pack
A local bike route Emergency plans Packing the bikes Skills session with packed bikes Navigation training and exercise Debrief from Instructor Overnight in wooden Pods |
Qualifying Expedition
Day 3 Equipment checks Start the planned route Remote supervision Over night camp Day 4 Continue planned route Return to base Assesors debrief |
What is included
- All accommodation and camping fees.
- Food while at Badaguish
- Comprehensive training covering all aspects of the Bronze DofE syllabus;
- Supervision from qualified instructors;
- DofE Accredited Assessors for Qualifying Expedition component
- Assistance with planning your expedition
- We have a selection of tents, some bivvy bags as well as 5 full sets of kit for bike packing, all you will need for a night outside.
What do i need to arrange
- Transport to and from the expedition - full directions and advice provided in your joining information including public transport options;
- Personal equipment - full kit list provided for you and the chance to hire any items that you need from us in advance of your expedition;
- For Bronze we will be on paths and easy trails so most bikes in good condition will be suitable.
- Your expedition food - full details and suggestions of what you need to bring is included in your joining information. There are shops in nearby Aviemore or you can get food delivered to the centre. Planning your own food for the expedition is all part of the experience and an important part of working as a team.
Costs
The cost of the training and assessed expedition is £180, which is based on 10 participants. We are able to take larger groups as well.
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