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All aspects of the DofE Bronze Common Training Framework. This page is about the KIT you need for RGS DofE expeditions. If you're planning a long hike, you'll need to bring along a backpack with food, water and other survival supplies. Food & Menu Planning. How to pack your bag for 'D of E' (Tutorial) Video - YouTube Tent Pitching & Campsite Management. HOW TO PACK YOUR DofE RUCKSACK. What you'll need You can burn 3,000-5,000 kcals a day on an expedition, so it is essential for you to pack enough of the right foods to fuel yourself well to keep your energy levels up. To clarify: Step 1: Least used items: pack your sleeping bag, pillow and sleepwear. Practice expeditions and training walks are the best time to... âLast in, first outâ rule. Read our handy guide, complete with an easy-to-follow diagram, today.. FOOD, COOKING & STOVES. From your DofE to travelling, packing your rucksack correctly can make or break any trip. Navigation Training Walk. Make sure that the salesperson in the shop fits the bag correctly to your back length because those with shorter backs need an appropriately adjusted ... âSBHS DofE Packing a rucksackâ. Pack your lunch at the top and have snacks to hand for extra energy boosts. Packing your Rucksack â Detail. The only exception to this is a foam sleeping mat, Heavy items near the back at the top, avoiding protrusions. GET MORE TIPS AT WWW.DofESHOPPING.ORG/EXPEDITION-KIT. Generally, heavy items such as tents should be packed close to your back and as high up as possible. The course will provide a series of exercises and activities designed to promote skills in the outdoors. How to Pack a Hiking Backpack. Geoff Harman has travelled and worked around the world from working on an American summer camp to teaching English in Thailand. Outdoor Camping. %PDF-1.6
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Cooking & fuel safety. Hiking Tips. From your DofE to travelling, packing your rucksack correctly can make or break any trip. The D of E award scheme is a fantastic opportunity for young participants to get a better understand of travel outdoors and have a sense of personal achievement from completing each stage, be it Bronze, Silver or Gold. So why not learn from those who have gone before us? RUCKSACK PACKING GENERAL GUIDELINES PACKING THE RUCKSACK The load should be about 25% of your bodyweight, but not more than 33% of bodyweight. Pendarren House DofE Expedition Guidelines Packing - Rucksack Rucksack ⢠Between 60 and 65 litres should be big enough. Put your food at the top of the rucksack, with what you're going to eat next at the very top. We have compiled a collection of Resources relevant to your DofE Expedition. Badger Top Tips â DofE Open Expedition â Rucksack packing. Packing your Rucksack â High Level. 8. Try and limit yourself to the essentials. Examples include: First Aid, Packing a Rucksack, Navigation and Campcraft. Layout your roll mat, sleeping bag on top of your bedroom floor, and then all of your kit to one side of them including your food. Rucksack packing tips can be found on the following post: https://candofe.wordpress.com/2012/06/24/tip-packing-your-rucksack/ For advice on specific equipment to bring click HERE or go to âEquipment Listâ in the main menu for a list of what you need to bring. Buying or borrowing a rucksack for your DofE expedition can be a real minefield. Kit & Rucksack Packing. Read our handy guide, complete with an easy-to-follow diagram, today.. PACKING A RUCKSACK. Practice packing your rucksack, in your bedroom at home. ÓàIâR'5^5êY+÷uha_äD[]ØZâÚë¹3Ôx2ׯ
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EQUIPMENT VIDEOS CAMPCRAFT & KIT QUIZ PACKING A RUCKSACK. DofE Expedition - Learning Hub #StaySafe. Whether youâre packing a rucksack for DofE, camping or a hike, itâs important to take the time to pack correctly. Impact of weather. DofE Lesson Plan 04 â Equipment and rucksack packing Subject Equipment and rucksack packing Class background No. LIFEVENTURE DRISTORE ROLL TOP BAGS. 113 0 obj
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Keep items needed for the journey and arrival handy. Camping Ideas. 1. Keep your food and liquid for the day in a side pocket of your rucksack or near the top. On this page you will find a KIT LIST to download and information on what kit you need and what can be borrowed from the school DofE kit store. Here are some great tips for healthy eating on expeditions to share with DofE participants, by Nutritionist Jane McClenaghan. Children: Girls: Boys: Date/Period 90 Minutes Year Group Teacher Focus of Lesson What equipment to bring, how to pack a rucksack and how to adjust it to fit you. Fitting everything thatâs needed for an expedition into a rucksack can be a huge challenge. Expedition First Aid & Emergency Management. Here, we explore the 3 areas we think you should be considering before you make that purchase. Map, compass and route card will be used frequently and so must be easily accessible. 148 0 obj
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As a rule you should not exceed 15KG, the lighter the better!