We are delighted to be able to support expeditions for East Lothian school and community groups. We offer expeditions by foot; bike; canoe; sea kayak.
Below are typical times based upon the DofE award framework. This will vary considerably depending upon group and method of travel.
Bronze | Silver | Gold | |
Training Session | 4 hrs | 4 hrs | 4 hrs |
Practice Expedition Route Planning | 3 hrs | 3 hrs | 3 hrs |
Practice Expedition | 2 days | 3 days | 4 days |
Qualifying Expedition Route Planning | 3 hrs | 3 hrs | 3 hrs |
Qualifying Expedition | 2 days | 3 days | 4 days |
See here for staff cost. Costs are for one member of staff supervising one walking group, includes all equipment hire and an additional cost for overnight supervision . This does not include potential costs for an additional assessor (if required), camp site fees, mini-bus hire etc.
We are able to resource paddling, biking, walking, winter expeditions.