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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. The Kit List is a guide – you should always check with your Leader that your kit is suitable for your particular expedition.

DofE Recommended Kit is selected on a number of criteria.

Find out more about expedition kit needs and features in the DofE Expedition Kit Guide.

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The DofE Expedition Kit List

Every item on the DofE Expedition Kit List is fit for purpose for your DofE expedition. Download to see what you need and what we recommend.

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Vango have been kitting out adventurers for 60 years, building a reputation for high quality, durable and reliable kit.

Their range of DofE Recommended Kit has been carefully selected to meet the needs of Bronze, Silver, and Gold expeditions and is backed by their industry leading Spares and Repairs service.

That’s just one of the reasons they’ve become a trusted, go-to equipment supplier for DofE participants and Leaders across the UK.

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Expanding your group? Tents need an upgrade? Need to support more participants? Our DofE Recommended Retailers of Expedition Kit can offer further discounts on group orders when updating your kit store.

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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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