Contributed by Ruth Kerr
The Gold Duke of Edinburgh Group embarked on their expedition on the 19th of August, to the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Over 4 days we walked from Ribblehead to Skipton, covering just under 20km each day. An average day consisted rising at 6am, and then walking until
Karen
Leader of a Senior Section Unit and Duke of Edinburgh Advisor
During the Summer months 20 members of Girlguiding Birmingham completed practice and assessed expeditions for their Duke of Edinburgh Award at bronze, silver and gold levels.
At bronze level, 10 girls walked a total of 24 kms over 2 days for their
Sophie
Member of The Senior Section
After a couple of training weekends and a few months planning, I and the rest of my Duke of Edinburgh group completed our Gold practice expedition.
Some inquisitive cows!
In August, the six of us travelled to Snowdonia, Wales before starting four days of map reading, hiking and camping.
Do you fancy taking on a Duke of Edinburgh Award Diamond Challenge? It’s open to anyone of any age
To celebrate the Diamond Anniversary of the D of E, the award scheme is encouraging everyone to take on their own adventure, personal or skill challenge. It can be big or small
