DofE Open Silver Qualifying Expeditions - walking
Our Open Silver Duke of Edinburgh Qualifying walking Expeditions are hugely popular. Whether you join as an individual or with friends, you'll be made to feel welcome by our friendly instructors. Professionally organised, managed and delivered over 4 days and 3 nights, you will learn new skills gain experience and confidence, ensuring you are fully prepared to complete your Qualifying Silver DofE Expedition. An Open Expedition is also a really great way to meet new people and make new friends.
Not ready for your Qualifying Expedition? We also run Open Silver Practice Expeditions, as well as Gold Practice and Qualifying when you're ready for that next step on your DofE journey.
Why choose The Adventure Element Open Silver Qualifying Expedition?
Our Open Silver Duke of Edinburgh Expeditions focus on safety, learning and having fun, all held in stunning outdoor locations. Our highly qualified instructor team will provide all the training you'll need, giving you confidence and experience to develop your skills and of course, ensuring you enjoy the adventure!
- Over 30 years of outdoor and DofE Expedition experience
- Highly qualified, supportive and experienced instructors and assessors
- Proven DofE Expedition delivery track record nationwide
- Management, organisation, logistics and administration handled by us
Open Silver Qualifying Expedition overview
Professionally planned and delivered DofE Silver Qualifying Expedition programmes with our friendly and highly qualified instructor team. Their support, encouragement and experience will make sure you have a safe, fun and rewarding Expedition experience.
Explore the outdoors, have an adventure, build confidence, resilience, navigation skills, Expedition training and teamwork with our Open Silver DofE Qualifying Expeditions.
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Expedition itinerary
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Locations
Our DofE Expeditions take place across the country. Expedition locations are selected based on suitability to meet Award requirements, in addition to ease of access by car and public transport. Our Open Silver Qualifying DofE Expeditions usually take place in the Yorkshire Dales, one of the most incredible National Parks in the UK - you're in for a treat!
What's included?
- Indoor training facilities and sleeping arrangements
Your Expedition will be based from a hostel or bunkhouse. All activities will be based outside in the grounds, including sleeping (in tents). - Food
Participants will need to bring enough food for the whole expedition. Food will be prepared on their individual camping stoves provided by us. We have teamed up with basecampfoods.com who have a large selection of meals to choose from and also offer free postage. Basecamp Foods are kindly offering a 10% discount to all participants. - Camping fees
Camping will be on a campsite. We are often able to arrange for our camping area to be away from other members of the public, although this can't always be guaranteed. All camping fees are covered in the cost of the Expedition. - Use of group equipment
Tents (2 and 3 person)
Trangia stoves + pans and fuel
Group first aid kits (1 per team)
Maps and map cases (2 per team)
GSM tracking device (1 per team)
Water purification tablets
Coloured Rucksack covers (1 per person) - Comprehensive training
Covering all aspects of the DofE syllabus and delivered by our highly experienced and qualified staff. - Supervision by highly qualified staff
Our experienced instructor team will be supervising you throughout the Expedition. All of our staff are a minimum of Summer Mountain Leader qualified. - DofE Accredited Assessors
For the Qualifying Expedition only - they will help you feel relaxed and encourage you towards completing your Duke of Edinburgh Expedition. - GSM tracking devices
In addition to our usual comprehensive supervision and safety management systems, we also track each team with GSM trackers, adding an extra level of safety for the participants.
What do you need to arrange?
Our Open Silver DofE Expedition package covers almost everything, however, we do require some input and organisation from yourself.
- Your transport to and from the Expedition venue.
- Your personal clothing and some camping equipment.
- Your personal Expedition food. We will advise you on the best types of food to buy based on your Expedition and nutritional needs. Click here to view our series of articles on Top Tips on DofE Expedition Menu Planning.
Resources
To help you with your planning and preparations, please download our guidance documents.
If you have any other questions, do get in touch.
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£295 Inc.vat, per expedition
