GOLD EXPEDITION TRAINING FOR INDIVIDUALS:  Join one of our Open Gold training and practice weeks to ensure that you are fully prepared for you qualifying expedition. Brecon Beacons: 30th August to 4th September.  Cost: £260 per person – includes free use of group equipment and campsite and bunkhouse accommodation.  For more information contact A to Z Expeditions: www.azexpeditions.com  email: open@azexpeditions.com tel: 01981 550 433

EXPEDITION TRAINING FOR SCHOOLS AND GROUPS:  A to Z Expeditions is a specialist DofE training and expedition provider.  We will work with you to plan and deliver a programme of training for Bronze, Silver and Gold.  We cover all aspects of the DofE training framework to ensure that participants are well prepared for their practice and qualifying expeditions.  For more information contact A to Z Expeditions: www.azexpeditions.com email: info@azexpeditions.com tel: 01981 550 433

BRECON BEACONS: Training opportunities for groups at all levels of the award in expedition skills (navigation, campcraft and first aid), open canoeing and kayaking at Longtown Outdoor Education Centre. High quality, comfortable accommodation with full board for up to 55 and camping facilities set in beautiful surroundings on the eastern edge of the National Park. Minimum group size 8. The centre is licensed by AALS and is an Award Access Organisation. To find out more www.longtownoec.co.uk, email longtown@northamptonshire.gov.uk  or phone polly Morgan on 01873 860225.

Training for the Expeditions, Skills and Physical Sections:  Training follows the requirements of the DofE and is pitched at the level of each group; Bronze = full training, Silver = refresher and skills developments, Gold = refresher and further developments. All training courses operate with a ratio of 8 participants to 1 instructor. Assessment courses operate with a ratio of 6 participants to 1 instructor. Training or Assessment, courses cost £240 per instructor for a full day and £160 for a ½ day. Discounts are available for larger groups and for block / repeat bookings. Navigation - Training includes map and compass, timing, pacing, special skills and much more. Assessments are available and National Navigation Award Scheme Bronze and Silver certificates can be awarded. Campcraft - Training includes site selection, use of tents and stoves, nutrition, environmental considerations and much more. Canoeing - Training includes paddling strokes, lifting and handling, journeying and much more. Assessments are available and BCU 1, 2 and 3 star certificates can be awarded.  Mountain Biking - Training includes the safe cycle, on and off-road skills, cycling with panniers, bike maintenance and much more. First Aid - Rescue Emergency Care (REC) first aid courses include; vital signs, emergency action, levels of consciousness, bleeding, cpr, and much more.  The Rescue Emergency Care (REC) scheme accredits our First Aid courses and operate with a ratio of 8-12 participants to 1 trainer and costs £60 each per day. The Basic (one day) First Aid course is valid for 3 years (this course also allows the participant to be nominated as the Appointed Person within the workplace). The Emergency (two day) First Aid course is valid for 3 years (this course is recognised as sufficient by National Governing Bodies such as RYA, MLT, BCU). All our courses can be run either as intensive blocks, or as progressive days out. The number of training sessions required will depend on the abilities of the groups. Can You Experience, Loch Lomond, Email  info@canyouexperience.com Telephone/Fax   01389 602576  AALA registered.

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS: Training opportunities at all levels of the DofE in all expedition skills, open canoeing, kayaking and sailing. Gain qualifications helping you with the Physical Recreation Section and/or undertake an expedition on water. Come and enjoy the beauty of our surroundings in the heart of highland Perthshire. Contact: Abernethy Trust Ardeonaig, by Killin, Perthshire FK21 8SY (t: 01567 820523, www.abernethytrust.org.uk )

TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES FOR GOLD & SILVER: An opportunity to complete expedition training in preparation for your Practice and Qualifying expeditions. The syllabus is covered by our professional and qualified staff including navigation, campcraft, first aid, etc. Excellent bunkhouse accommodation (no camping). Details: The Administrator, MW Guiding Services: Telephone: 01443 453 494, E-mail: mwguiding@cix.co.uk Situated in the Brecon Beacons National Park Wild Country Area, M.W. Guiding Services is an AALA approved Centre, registered with Activity Wales, and an Award Access Organisation.

SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS: Training opportunities at all levels of the DofE in all expedition skills, open canoeing, kayaking and sailing. Gain qualifications helping you with the Physical Recreation Section and/or undertake an expedition on water. Come and enjoy the beauty of our surroundings in the heart of highland Perthshire. Contact: Abernethy Trust Ardeonaig, by Killin, Perthshire FK21 8SY (t: 01567 820523, e: at@ardeonaig.org , www.ardeonaig.org)