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. 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.
Find out more about expedition kit needs and features in the DofE Expedition Kit Guide.
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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Free downloadable kit posters
Get great advice on boots, rucksacks, weather protection, and expedition food, to name a few. Our downloadable expedition kit posters offer useful tips, all summarised on one easy-to-read poster.
Shop Group Sales
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.
Great savings with a DofE Card
The DofE Card gives all DofE participants, Leaders and volunteers, and parents of participants a great discounted rate in five fantastic retailers in-store and online, for being part of the DofE network.
