DofE Canoeing Expeditions

We will design a programme of canoe training and expeditions especially for your Duke of Edinburgh's Award group

Sample Programmes

DofE Silver Canoe Programme

1 day pre-expedition training

4 day practice expedition - 2 days of skills training and preparation followed by a 2 day practice expedition

4 day qualifying expedition - 1 expedition preparation day at a bunkhouse followed by a 3 day assessed expedition

Cost £540pp

DofE Gold Canoe Programme

1 day pre-expedition training

5 day practice expedition - 2 days of skills training and preparation followed by a 3 day practice expedition

1 day expedition preparation and route planning 

5 day qualifying expedition - 1 expedition preparation day at a bunkhouse followed by a 4 day assessed expedition

Cost £720pp

These are examples of the programmes that we can offer, however we will work with you to design a programme that meet the needs of your group.  No prior canoeing experience is necessary.

Participants may also have an opportunity to gain their BCU 1 star award during their practice expedition, contact us for more information about this.

What we include

  • DofE Expedition presentation at a location convenient for you - we will help you spread the word to prospective participants and their parents.
  • Comprehensive pre-expedition paperwork pack for participants and parents, including consent forms and kit lists etc.
  • Assistance with expedition paperwork.  We will complete operating authority notifications, green forms and risk assessments.
  • A single point of contact within A to Z Expeditions to provide continuing support throughout your expedition programme.  Your questions answered quickly!
  • High quality training, delivered at a location convenient for you. 
  • Parents Q&A at the end of training - let us answer the questions for you.
  • Training materials and helpful handouts for participants.
  • Supervision throughout the expeditions from experienced and friendly instructors.
  • Accredited assessors for the qualifying expedition.
  • Bunkhouse and Campsite fees.
  • Use of our group kit              
  • All essential Canoe kit including buoyancy aids and helmets

Group and canoe kit

We provide the following essential group kit free of charge:
  • Tents
  • Stoves, Pans and Fuel
  • Group Shelters
  • First Aid Kits
  • Maps
  • Canoes
  • Paddles
  • Buoyancy Aids
  • Helmets
  • Barrels

Expedition Areas

We primarily use the Rivers Wye and Severn for our DofE Canoe Expeditions, however if you would like to venture further afield please contact us to discuss your requirements.  

Cost

All canoe training and expeditions cost £60 per person per day (minimum 10 participants).  Our simple pricing policy makes it easy for you to manage costs. 

More information 

Contact us to discuss your programme.