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Expedition Kit List September 2025
Expedition Kit List
Everything you'll need for your expedition
Your essential kit checklist when preparing for your DofE expedition. All DofE Recommended Kit is fit for purpose for a DofE expedition.
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DofE Expedition Kit List

The DofE Expedition Kit List is your essential checklist when preparing the kit you need for your DofE expedition. All DofE Recommended Kit is fit for purpose for a DofE expedition. Use the Expedition Kit List to work out what you have, what you need and where to get it.

Expedition Kit List
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Expedition Kit Guide

The DofE Expedition Kit Guide is the one-stop shop for expedition kit, featuring key information, tips from the experts and money saving ideas. Aimed at helping you choose and find the right kit for your expeditions and DofE adventures.

Expedition Kit Guide
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