DofE Open Bronze Walking Expeditions

In order to complete the Bronze Expedition section you first need to complete a programme of training followed by sufficient practice expeditions to hone your skills.  Once you have completed all of your training you then need to plan and undertake a 2 day qualifying expedition.

DofE Bronze Training and Practice Expeditions (Walking)

2 days of pre-expedition training, route planning and a 2 day practice expedition.

Dates

  • 2nd - 5th August 2012 - Ashdown Forest, Cost £220pp

DofE Bronze Qualifying Expeditions (Walking)

1 day of expedition preparation, route planning, and a 2 day assessed expedition

Date

  • 13th - 15st August 2012 - New Forest, Cost £165pp

What we include

  • Pre-expedition information pack with lots of helpful advice, kit lists etc.
  • Bunkhouse accommodation for the first two night of the practice and the first night of the qualifying.
  • All meals. However we suggest participants bring treats and snacks for the expeditions.
  • Camping fees for the expedition.
  • Free use of group kit.
  • Supervision from experienced and helpful instructors.
  • Accredited Assessors for the qualifying expedition.

Group Kit

We provide the following essential group kit free of charge:

  • Tents
  • Stoves, pans and fuel
  • Group shelters
  • Group first aid kits
  • Maps

Locations

The Ashdown Forest in Sussex is perfect for Bronze practice expeditions. It is the largest area of open access land in the South East.

The New Forest National Park is a fantastic location for Bronze qualifying expeditions. It covers over 200 square miles of forest, moorland and pasture. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty, where you are can spot wild animals such as deer and birds of prey. Ponies, donkeys, cattle, sheep and pigs also graze freely on the common land.

Both locations are easily accessible by car and public transport. 

How to Apply 

For the 2012 application pack click here: Open Bronze Application.pdf   

Please contact us to check availability before you return your application pack. 

A deposit of £90 is due when you book; the remaining balance is due 28 days before your expedition.    

More information

For a copy of our 2012 Open Bronze flyer click here Open Bronze.pdf  

Contact us if you would like more information.