The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme

Most Squadrons actively promote and coordinate the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme for their cadets, but many don't have the resources to organise a Gold level expedition in wild-country. HBWATG does have the skills and equipment, and aims to organise at least one Gold expedition a year. This is open to any member of the wing who is participating at Gold level

An open meeting and initial briefing is normally held in January. This is followed by a programme of Sunday morning training sessions at RAF Halton and practice expeditions in various parts of the country, building up to the final  qualifying expedition in North Wales during the group's Summer Course. Details and dates can be found in the course programme

It is emphasised that the Gold expedition provides a daunting challenge. It's physically demanding, and you will need to demonstrate commitment, hard work and teamwork to succeed. We can provide support and training but the achievement of a successful expedition will be all yours!

Wing Adventure Training Technical Officer: Flt Lt John Smith RAFVR(T)         Web site by: Flt Lt Geoff Bowles RAFVR(T)       Last updated  30 March 2003