Active are an approved Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) provider for Bronze training and qualifying expeditions in Scotland. We accept bookings for groups of 4 or more participants, please contact us to discuss dates. If you are looking to book as an individual, please contact us to see if we have places available 01540 210 000.
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Bronze DofE Expeditions Information
- Our Bronze DofE Qualifying Expedition in Scotland is a 3-day program, the first day is a training day and this leads into a 2-day and 2-night qualifying expedition. Both nights will be wild camping.
- The meeting time on day 1 is 10:00 and we aim to finish by 16:00 on the final day.
- The meeting location is usually our outdoor centre in Newtonmore, however, we can be flexible on meeting and finish locations to suit your requirements.
- Additional skills training days are available at a cost of £59 per day.
What We Provide
What can we provide?
- Pre-trip information and advice on routes, camp sites, access information, kit lists etc.
- Group equipment (see the next tab).
- DofE accredited supervisors and assessors for the Bronze DofE qualifying expedition.
- Additional skills training days prior to qualifying DofE Bronze expedition journeys (please ask).
Equipment
What Equipment do we provide for your Bronze DofE Expeditions?
We can provide the following group kit if required for your DofE expedition:
- Tents
- Inflatable camping mats
- Stoves, cutlery and crockery
- Expedition rucksacks
- Waterproofs and boots (although we strongly recommend that you have your own)
Costs
What Does the Bronze DofE Expedition Cost?
- The 3-day (2-night) program costs £235.00 per person.