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Gold Expeditions |
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Practice and Qualifiing Expeditions - 6 days
At this level, students will require navigational and expedition skills, to be self reliant in very remote terrain. Routes will be challenging and take groups through the mountains. A true challenge with amazing rewards. You will need to plan your expedition so that it runs within wild country.
An example of a Gold Practise Expedition is below but can be adapted to the riders needs including a 4 night Expedition
At this level, students will require navigational and expedition skills, to be self reliant in very remote terrain. Routes will be challenging and take groups through the mountains. A true challenge with amazing rewards. You will need to plan your expedition so that it runs within wild country.
An example of a Gold Practise Expedition is below but can be adapted to the riders needs including a 4 night Expedition
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Arrival Welcome evening
Staying in Wooden pods Introductions Bike checks Team cooking |
Training Days 2
Staying in wooden pods Bike Skills Bike packing, fitting bags Navigation skills in difficult terrain Navigation skills on a bike Leave no Trace Camp craft skills Route planning for day 3 exercise Day 3 Equipment check and Nav exercise on packed bikes around local single track. Debrief and final checks |
Practice Expedition Days 3-6
The riders will be allowed to make their own way but being supervised remotely to allow them to get the full experience. There will be assistance and debriefs in the evening. |
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Arrival Welcome Evening
Staying in wooden pods Introductions Bike checks Team cooking |
Training and preperation - Day 2
Staying in wooden pods Bike Skills Bike packing, fitting bags Leave no Trace Camp craft skills |
Qualifying Expedition Days 3-6
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D of E direct
DofE Direct is a new way to achieve your Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award; online and independently without the need to attend weekly sessions at a local DofE centre. You’ll be able to progress through your DofE activities in your own time with dedicated support from a DofE Leader via email and telephone. If you haven’t got a local DofE group nearby or the centre you’re currently at doesn’t offer Gold level, you can do your Gold DofE through DofE Direct too.
DofE Direct is run through eDofE, the DofE’s online record system. By using eDofE you can access your account at any time, and add a range of evidence to demonstrate your completion of your sections. You will be supported throughout the process by a DofE Leader by phone, email and on eDofE and you can contact them when you need to. So, if you want to achieve your Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, then DofE Direct might be for you!
DofE Direct is run through eDofE, the DofE’s online record system. By using eDofE you can access your account at any time, and add a range of evidence to demonstrate your completion of your sections. You will be supported throughout the process by a DofE Leader by phone, email and on eDofE and you can contact them when you need to. So, if you want to achieve your Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, then DofE Direct might be for you!
What is included
- Comprehensive expedition joining information accessed through your online account - immediate access upon booking and payment;
- All accommodation and camping fees;
- Free use of all group kit: high quality, light weight tents, gas Trangia stoves, team first aid kits, waterproof maps, and group shelters;
- Comprehensive training covering all aspects of the Bronze DofE syllabus on Training & Practice Expedition programmes;
- Supervision from qualified instructors throughout;
- DofE Accredited Assessors for Qualifying Expedition programmes.
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, such as bikes and bike packing bags;
- Your expedition food - full details of what you need to bring is included in your joining information. Use your account to purchase any discounted expedition meals that you would like for delivery to you at the beginning of your programme.
What is the cost
Practice expedition £285
Qualifier expedition £285
Book both £520
Qualifier expedition £285
Book both £520
Expedition locations
We run Gold expeditions in beautiful locations across Scotland - there is something for everyone to choose from, travel the length of the Hebrides or cycle or round the Cairngorms you chose and we will provide you with an adventure to remember.
We will arrange your accommodation during the training phase and make sure your transport to and from the venue is made easy with clear directions and the facility to pick you up from train stations and airports.
Full details will be in your information pack which you will receive prior to the you arrival.
We will arrange your accommodation during the training phase and make sure your transport to and from the venue is made easy with clear directions and the facility to pick you up from train stations and airports.
Full details will be in your information pack which you will receive prior to the you arrival.