Greater London South West Scouting

GLSW Award Expedition Opportunity

The County is mounting an ‘on foot’ expedition for older Explorer Scouts and Scout Network members wishing to undertake an unaccompanied ‘practice’ or ‘qualifying’ expedition over four days (three nights camping) for the Queen’s Scout or Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award (as per the DofE 20 Conditions). The minimum age is 16 and the maximum age is 25. Expedition training should have been completed prior to an unaccompanied ‘practice’ expedition.

Details are as follows:

Dates20th–26th August 2011 inclusive – this will include 2 days travelling, 1 day’s acclimatisation, and 4 days on the expedition itself
LocationDartmoor National Park
BaseTo be confirmed, but in the Princetown area
TransportMinibus and/or car
Cost£120 (includes transport, base accommodation, meals at base, assessment fees). Does not include campsite fees and food whilst actually on the 4-day expedition.
DepositA non-returnable deposit of £30 is required with the balance due before the expedition. Cheques should be made payable to GLSW Scout Council, and sent to Chris Dean 13 East Hill Road, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 9HZ.
Planning meetingSunday 1st May 2011 (details to be confirmed)
EquipmentThe County has a pool of expedition equipment available to borrow

Please use the online booking form below to register your interest.

Participants must be at least 16 years old and have registered at Gold level. Training must have been completed, but we are also offering training to new participants.

For further information contact chris.dean@glswscouts.org.uk or call 01883 723081.

Register your interest here...

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I will send a deposit cheque, payable to GLSW County Scout Council, to Chris Dean, 13 East Hill Road, Oxted, Surrey, RH8 9HZ.