This page gives you all the information you need for the Expeditions part of the Duke of Edinburgh Award. If you have any questions then please reach out to the relevant member of the team.
Expedition Aim & Requirements
Group Kit
The following is the list of group kit that is given to each group before expeditions:
- 2 x camping stoves
- 2 x pan sets
- 2 x compasses
- 2 x tents (may change based on number of boys/girls in group)
- 2 x first aid kits
- 1 x map cases
- 2 x lighters (for camping stoves)
- 1 x survival bag
- 2 x gas cylinders
- Map(s)
Expedition Training
This section is the training material. This is used to train Bronze and Direct entrants but is useful for everyone.
The video below gives further information about pitching a tent.
Packing your Rucksack & Route Planning
This section provides some information as to how to pack your rucksack and has information about what is required for route planning.
First Aid training videos
These St John Ambulance training videos provide a comprehensive overview of the first aid skills you are expected to know for your expedition weekend:
- DR ABC, or How to do the Primary Survey
- The Recovery Position
- How to Treat Severe Bleeding
- What to Do When Someone Is Choking
- How to Treat Shock
- How to Treat A Fracture
- How to Treat Burns and Scalds
- How to Treat Heat Stroke, Signs & Symptoms
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