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Remember – avoid cotton and denim! They let heat escape, get heavy when wet and dry slowly, so no jeans or joggers. All Duke of Edinburgh's Award recommended technical clothing is breathable and lightweight.

Save at least 10% at our recommended retailers. Waterproof clothing. Rucksacks and packing. Expedition food. Walking boots and socks. Technical clothing and layers. Sleeping bags and mats. First aid. Cooking stoves.

The Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award is worth getting, like the awards of many other organisations such as the Scouts and St Johns among others. It shows a person has commitment and drive. These qualities can make a person stand out to an employer or to a college/University.

Save at least 10% at our recommended retailers. Waterproof clothing. Rucksacks and packing. Expedition food. Walking boots and socks. Technical clothing and layers. Sleeping bags and mats. First aid. Cooking stoves.

DofE expeditions are supposed to be challenging, so you will find it hard. You may even feel like giving up at some point during your expedition. But you will have your team mates to encourage and help you get through, and at the end the sense of achievement and good memories will definitely outweigh the low points.

Pack snacks like bars, biscuits and jellies that will perk you up and keep you going. – Pack lightweight, non-perishable foods that will taste ok even if they do get squashed in your rucksack. No perishables such as milk or fresh meat. – Pack things you know that you like to eat.

This is the most important thing to remember. You already have to carry a lot of kit, so keep anything non-essential to a minimum. You will not have time to read a book; you will not have anywhere to charge your phone; you do not need any makeup.

The DofE Card gives all DofE participants, Leaders and volunteers a great discounted rate in five fantastic retailers in-store and online, for being part of the DofE network. Including GO Outdoors, Blacks, Millets, Ultimate Outdoors and Tiso. How do I get my DofE Card?

PERSONAL KIT Sleeping bag. Waterproof compression stuff sack (5/10/15 litre) Whistle. Head torch and spare batteries. Personal first aid kit. Expedition food (including emergency rations) Water bottle. Knife, fork, spoon or Spork.

Soup, curry, stews, pasta, bangers and smash or noodle stir fry are all great expedition meals and can be followed up with a hot or cold pudding, such as chocolate cake or crumble and custard. Find out more about food on your expedition here.

Remember – avoid cotton and denim! They let heat escape, get heavy when wet and dry slowly, so no jeans or joggers. All Duke of Edinburgh's Award recommended technical clothing is breathable and lightweight.

Can I wear shorts? If it is hot you may wish to wear shorts, however we recommend wearing long trousers when walking as they provide protection from sunburn, from cuts and scratches from long grass and from biting insects such as ticks.

Save at least 10% at our recommended retailers. Waterproof clothing. Rucksacks and packing. Expedition food. Walking boots and socks. Technical clothing and layers. Sleeping bags and mats. First aid. Cooking stoves.

Do you REALLY NEED it? Nightwear – Pyjamas or cotton top and bottoms, preferably NOT a onesie as they are bulky and once wet are hard to dry. Trainers or Sandals – Optional for use at campsite.

The Bronze Duke of Edinburgh's Award is worth getting, like the awards of many other organisations such as the Scouts and St Johns among others. It shows a person has commitment and drive. These qualities can make a person stand out to an employer or to a college/University.

Save at least 10% at our recommended retailers. Waterproof clothing. Rucksacks and packing. Expedition food. Walking boots and socks. Technical clothing and layers. Sleeping bags and mats. First aid. Cooking stoves.

DofE expeditions are supposed to be challenging, so you will find it hard. You may even feel like giving up at some point during your expedition. But you will have your team mates to encourage and help you get through, and at the end the sense of achievement and good memories will definitely outweigh the low points.

Pack snacks like bars, biscuits and jellies that will perk you up and keep you going. – Pack lightweight, non-perishable foods that will taste ok even if they do get squashed in your rucksack. No perishables such as milk or fresh meat. – Pack things you know that you like to eat.

This is the most important thing to remember. You already have to carry a lot of kit, so keep anything non-essential to a minimum. You will not have time to read a book; you will not have anywhere to charge your phone; you do not need any makeup.

The DofE Card gives all DofE participants, Leaders and volunteers a great discounted rate in five fantastic retailers in-store and online, for being part of the DofE network. Including GO Outdoors, Blacks, Millets, Ultimate Outdoors and Tiso. How do I get my DofE Card?

PERSONAL KIT Sleeping bag. Waterproof compression stuff sack (5/10/15 litre) Whistle. Head torch and spare batteries. Personal first aid kit. Expedition food (including emergency rations) Water bottle. Knife, fork, spoon or Spork.

Soup, curry, stews, pasta, bangers and smash or noodle stir fry are all great expedition meals and can be followed up with a hot or cold pudding, such as chocolate cake or crumble and custard. Find out more about food on your expedition here.

Can I wear shorts? If it is hot you may wish to wear shorts, however we recommend wearing long trousers when walking as they provide protection from sunburn, from cuts and scratches from long grass and from biting insects such as ticks.

Do you REALLY NEED it? Nightwear – Pyjamas or cotton top and bottoms, preferably NOT a onesie as they are bulky and once wet are hard to dry. Trainers or Sandals – Optional for use at campsite.