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Praise for the trip has been unanimous. Some kids have said it is the BEST trip they have ever been on!
Mr HensmanHarroddian School
Expedition training for 15-17 year olds
Want to progress your outdoor skills in a safe and controlled manner? This intensive three week course will challenge you physically and mentally and equip you with the skills to not only lead your own expedition, but also the valuable skills to conquer the challenges life will throw at you.
Upon Arrival you will meet the other members of your crew who you will be your team mates over the next three weeks.
once introductions are complete we will do a kit check and you will be allocated your expedition equipment. After storing the items you do not need, we will then travel a short distance to our first overnight camp.
After sunrise we will return to camp where we will swim and have breakfast by the river, the day is then broken into a number of on site activities.
The next day we will be working on our navigation skills with a half day orienteering session, followed by an exciting and challenging afternoon on a high ropes course.
As a group we then plan and prepare for a three day walking expedition, where we will learn camp skills, journey skills and emergency skills and of course this is the start of learning essential expedition skills.
Intro to the Ardeche, and Mini descent.
Paddlesport skill development day where you will experience a range of paddlesports and develop a range of basic skills in Kayak and Stand up Paddleboarding. You will also learn how to prepare for your two day river trip
You will then take part in a descent of the Ardeche, where you will Increase both your river and your paddlecraft skills as we navigate the rapids of the Ardeche Gorge.
While on the river you will be working together to solve the problems and challenges that the river throws in your path.
As you are travelling through the nature reserve your guides will be helping you identify local Fauna and Flora, to give you a better understanding of this special environment.
You will be working on the beginnings of independent decision making skills. Further development of Interdependent Group management.
You will have the opportunity to practice peer leadership skills, and ultimately develop resilience.
36 hour Solo
You will be left on your own for 36 hours to enable you to rest and reflect on the experiences gained over the previous week and a half.
During this time you will have access to food water and shelter, but you will not have access to your electronic devices, one of our guides will be checking in on you regularly.
Your expedition
After two weeks of training you and your team mates will set out on your own on a one week expedition shadowed by our guides. you will be responsible for every aspect of the expedition, the location, your supplies, what to pack, your camping locations, you name it.
Once your Expedition is over your team arrive back at the centre, to a final celebration meal and awards ceremony.
You will need to bring;
- Suitable clothing
- A sleeping bag (2 season)
- 50-60 L RucksackÂ
- Footwear suitable for walking
- 2 1Litre water containers
If you need help with closing the correct equipment please get in touch HERE
No prior experience is needed, only a general level of fitness and the willingness to get involved
With prior arrangement we can organise pick ups from Avignon TGV or MRS airport
This is ideal training for those moving from silver to gold,
