3. The DofE Expedition Train in expedition skills
19th and 20th May
Undertake a practice expedition
9th and 10th June
Do the assessed expedition
16th and 17th June
Make a presentation about your expedition
At school following the expedition

4. Expedition locations Practice Expedition:
The expedition will take place through the countryside around Cheddar
Campsite will be Lillypool Campsite
Drop off and collection near East Harptree

5. Expedition locations Assessed Expedition:
Meet on Exmoor (detailed directions will be given)
The expedition will take place through the countryside on and around Exmoor National Park
Campsite will be Sparkhayes Farm Campsite (Porlock)
Dismissal will be on Exmoor

6. The Expedition Walking in a group of 6-7 fellow students
Self sufficient and not accompanied by adults

7. Equipment
It is essential that you are appropriately equipped and prepared for your expedition
We will be checking your kit before you go
Youth Equipment Store at Hestercombe

8. Equipment Walking boots
2 full sets of clothing (one worn, one carried): thick walking socks, underwear, trousers, T-shirt/base layer, fleece/mid layer
Coat
Full set of waterproofs (top and bottom)

9. Equipment Sleeping bag and sleeping roll mat
Waterproof bags to keep all your kit dry in your rucksack
Rucksack to carry everything
Notebook & pencil
Camera
Whistle
Torch/head-torch and spare batteries

10. Equipment Water bottle Bowl, mug and cutlery
Your food for the expedition
Small personal first aid kit (plasters for blisters etc)
Small wash kit (including any sanitary products you require)

11. The Training Days Bring: outdoor clothes, your kit and a packed lunch
Map and compass skills
Food & cooking and hygiene
Walk with practical navigation training
Route planning
Tents
Safety, the countryside code, aims and presentations
Personal equipment
First aid
Bring: outdoor clothes, your kit and a packed lunch