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Administration, planning, support and logistics

 

  • We assist with your DofE & EVC paperwork.

  • We organise the venues, pick-ups, drop-offs and itineraries for you a long time in advance.

  • Campsites are organised, booked and paid for by us.

  • Access to our participant & parent information area that has everything your participants need to be prepared for a great expedition.

  • In-school presentations are available on request.

  • Professional presentation videos to inform participants and parents of how it works and what to expect.

  • 24-hour, 365-day emergency line for your peace of mind.

  • References from existing customers are available on request.

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Equipment

Here’s what we include with all of our expeditions…

  • Tents

  • Rucksacks 

  • Rucksack liners.

  • Sleeping mats.

  • Foldable and lightweight gas stoves.

  • Stainless steel pan sets - MSR.

  • Gas - all you need for the duration.

  • Maps - OS 1:25,000.

  • Compass - Silva Expedition 4.

  • Group first aid kit with emergency action cards.

  • Group emergency mobile phone.

  • Route cards, pens & administrative items.

  • Spares - We carry a limited range of clothing and food on all expeditions just in case.

Staff, insurance & safety

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  • £10,000,000 combined liability insurance cover 

  • Registered as a DofE Approved Activity Provider for expeditions and residential courses.

  • Industry leading safety systems, risk assessments and operating procedures. Our Company Policy document is sent to all of our customers in advance.

  • Over five decades of experience delivering expeditions over 5 continents.

  • A highly respected staff team of over 250 instructors, each hand selected for their experience, professionalism and friendly approach.

  • All instructors have an appropriate high-level National Governing Body qualification for the type of expedition, a full enhanced DBS background check and an outdoor first aid qualification.

  • We provide assessors for all groups. The assessor reports are collated after the expedition and sent through to you for submission via eDofE.

  • Each expedition has a specific expedition manager overseeing all instructors, participants, safety frameworks and logistics so you can work with us in confidence.

  • A DOC (Designated on Call) member of the senior management team is available 24 hours a day when expeditions are live. They oversee multiple expedition managers across our expeditions, which adds another level of safety backup for your expedition.

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What do our instructors cover?

  • The instructors will supervise the participants throughout the expedition.

  • Equipment Choice.

  • Rucksack packing and fitting.

  • Food.

  • First Aid.

  • Emergency procedures.

  • Navigation.

  • Route planning and weather.

  • Hygiene.

  • Camp-craft.

  • The 20 conditions of the DofE expedition section.

  • The countryside code.

  • Teamwork, communication & leadership.

  • Team development.

  • Physical fitness & training.

  • Post training and practice expedition de brief and action plan.

  • Expedition aims & presentations.

What’s not included in our DofE walking expeditions

  • We do not normally arrange or assist with transport to and from the expedition locations.

  • Personal clothing, walking boots & sleeping bag  

  • Food for the duration of the expedition 

  • Personal accident, cancellation or curtailment insurance.

If you’d like more information about our features, get in touch today.

Our Services

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Qualified professionals

Our team of certified outdoor leaders, instructors, and wilderness experts are dedicated to providing expert guidance and mentorship throughout the expedition. They impart essential outdoor skills, navigation techniques, and safety protocols to ensure participants have a safe and enriching experience.

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Tailored Expeditions

We understand that each school or group has distinct goals and preferences. Wild Adventures prides itself on offering bespoke expeditions that can be as hands-on or hands-off as required. This flexibility allows us to accommodate a wide range of expedition styles and objectives. At Wild Adventures, we provide end-to-end support for Duke of Edinburgh expeditions. From designing customized itineraries to supplying the necessary equipment and highly trained staff, we ensure a seamless and safe experience for participants.

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Safety First

Safety is our top priority. We adhere to strict safety standards, including first aid training, risk assessments, and emergency response plans, to ensure the well-being of all participants during their Duke of Edinburgh journeys.We have strict standards when it comes to what equipment we use and never compromise on quality. Our customers deserve the highest level of equipment on the market, and we work tirelessly to maintain those standards.

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