Before you head out to make the purchase of a rucksack ready fo your DofE Expedition, take some time to consider these 3 key factors. It will make all the difference and might save you some money.
We recognise the potential high costs of needing to buy equipment when completing your DofE Expedition. So, when you book a DofE expedition with The Adventure Element, you'll benefit from the use of modern, up to date equipment. This helps to minimise your expenses.
Here is a reminder of the DofE's 20 Conditions for Qualifying Expeditions. In order to complete the DofE section of your award, you and your team must fulfil the following conditions. These are laid out to ensure that each expedition runs to the same standard and to ensure that each participant has a worthwhile experience and challenge.
You'll want to have a comfortable and warm nights sleep on your DofE expedition and what you sleep on will have effect on this. So choose a sleeping mat which suits your budget and required comfort level. Here are some options to consider.
Staying hydrated on a DofE Bronze, Silver or Gold expedition is incredibly important for your health and energy. Here we discuss a selection systems for carrying your water. We look at various water bottles and the pro's and con's of those methods.