dofe open walking expeditions from Peak Pursuits
2010 Open Gold Walking Expeditions
Summer: Sat 14th – Fri 20th August 2010 in the Lake District - BOOK ONLINE HERE
Autumn: Sat 23rd – Fri 29th October 2010 in the Peak District - BOOK ONLINE HERE
Cost is £295 per person. We need a deposit of £50 to confirm your place, the remaining balance of £245 is due 28 days before your expedition commences. First 3 days in bunkhouse accommodation (half board) preparing for your expedition and 4 day expedition in the Peak District (expedition food and kit hire not included). Download an Application Form below and return to Peak Pursuits Ltd, Castle Hill, Nantwich Rd, Audley, ST7 8DH.
Programme
DAY 1
Arrival at 4pm. You will meet the other members of your team, and participate in Team Building activities and form your walking teams.
DAYS 2-3
The next 2 days will comprise of route planning, kit & food checks, with the programme focusing on campcraft and catering skills, and a review of your menus and a safety briefing. For those on a Practice Expedition, training will be delivered in campcraft, cooking, first aid, safety and weather and research into your Purpose and preparation for presentation. Revision on the other topics is included for those on a Qualifying Expedition.
You will then undertake a short walk with your instructor, honing emergency procedures and navigational skills. There will be a brief opportunity to head into the local village to pick up any last minute supplies. There will then be time for you to pack your equipment and prepare for your expedition. You will also meet up with your assessor and participate in a pre-expedition check before having the rest of the evening off as free time to relax before your expedition.
DAYS 4 - 7
4 Day Expedition through the beautiful Peak District or Lake District. Complete your expedition, and participate in a review and de-brief with your supervisor or assessor. Depart approx 5pm
Before the Expedition
Once we have received your Registration Form, we will send you a comprehensive Joining Pack to help you prepare for your expedition. This includes location details, local transport, kit lists, and ideas for your purpose.
Equipment
Personal and group equipment can be hired from Peak Pursuits for a small hire fee, including:
- Rucksack - Sleeping Bag & Liner - Roll Mat - Tent - Stove, pans & fuel - First Aid Kit
- Maps - Compass
If providing your own maps, Peak District expeditions take place on OL1 map, and Lake District expeditions on Explorer Maps 5 and 6.
Prerequisites
You must be:
- Aged between 16 and 25
- Already enrolled onto the DofE Gold Award
- Have completed your initial training and have your Record Book signed up by your
DofE Leader
- Able to undertake a 4-day expedition in a Wild Country area of the UK
You will need to arrange your own transport to and from the Expedition Area and you will need to bring your own food (for the expedition) and all other items of personal kit. You must also bring your Record Book with you to show evidence as to what you have achieved so far, and for it to be signed off during your expedition.
This programme is subject to approval by your Operating Authority, it is your responsibility to contact them and confirm that it fulfils their requirements. Please note that a minimum of 6 participants are required for all Open Gold Expeditions to run. A decision as to whether the Open Expedition can run will be made 28 days before the start of the event. In the unlikely event that we have to postpone the expedition, then we will discuss thee options with all participants, and will make every effort to find suitable alternative dates or expeditions for those already registered.
Peak Pursuits can offer a complete Gold Level Expedition package tailored to meet the needs of you or your group. We can also kit out your group with all the required expedition and safety equipment.
Contact Peak Pursuits today or call us on 01782 722226 to discuss your requirements.
