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Canoe Trail – Silver Canoeing Practice and Assessed Expeditions – Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire

Paddle and camp along 2 beautiful rivers in Central England for your practice and assessed expeditions, learning practical life skills and teamwork.

The practice expedition takes place on the River Great Ouse and you will paddle on the River Nene for your assessed expedition.

Each trip consists of 3 days paddling and 2 nights camping at waterside campsites.

You will receive full training of campcraft, first aid and navigation, as well as our professional instructors and adventurers providing plenty of tips to improve your paddling skill and aiming to ensure you share their love of all things outdoors.

Cost includes canoe/kayak equipment and activity equipment.

27th to 29th May 2026 – Silver Practice Exped (Canoeing)
26th to 28th Aug 2026 – Silver Qualifying Exped (Canoeing)

Course date:
May 2026 - Silver Practice Exped, Aug 2026 - Silver Qualifying Exped
Course location:
Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire
Course fee:
£399
Content link
https://www.canoetrail.co.uk/canoe-camp/expeditions/duke-of-edinburgh-open-silver-canoeing-and-walking-expeditions

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