Gold Qualifier Adventurous Journey

This Gold journey meets all Duke of Edinburgh requirements for a qualifying journey. Reach the highest level of the award!

Introduction

$800 inc gst 

5 days

Location:

Start and finish at the Peel Forest Outdoors Centre base located 20 minutes outside of Geraldine.

Time:

Arrive: 10 am on day 1

Finish: 5pm on the final day

Age requirements:

16+ or when you complete your Gold practice journey

Programme Overview:

In 5 days we will cover the training and practice necessary to complete the qualifying journey as planned by the participants.

  • 1 full day of planning and prep
  • 4 days and 3 night of qualifying journey

Accomodation

Be prepared to stay in a tent or hut for the journey-based portions of this program. It is up to participants to decide on their route and pay hut costs if they choose to stay in them.

The nights not spent journeying will be spent on site at our off-grid cabins. Each cabin is a simple open plan with separate toilet room and bathroom. They feature solar power, solar water heating backed up with a wetback fire, basic gas cooking facilities, BBQ, a solar-heated shower, and composting toilets. 

Food

Arrive with enough food for the entire programme. The cabins have basic outdoor gas cooking facilities and a BBQ. The fridge at our office may be used.

Duke of Edinburgh Requirements

We have outlined all relevant requirements in our course information. If you want more information visit the Duke of Edinburgh website.

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Course Schedule

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Gear List

Compulsory Gear:

  • Pack (approx. 60L) with a pack liner – plastic rubbish bags work
  • Suitable active clothing for the weather (no cotton!)
  • Waterproof raincoat and over trousers
  • 2x Thermal tops
  • 2x Thermal bottoms
  • 2x Fleece jackets
  • Quick drying t-shirt
  • Shorts
  • 2x pairs woollen socks
  • Woollen/fleece beanie and gloves
  • Tramping boots (worn in!)
  • Water Bottle (2L minimum)
  • Compass and whistle
  • Cap or Hat
  • Beanie
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • 3-4 season sleeping bag
  • Foam/inflatable mat
  • Tent
  • Cooker, fuel, bowl/plate, utensils
  • Lighter/matches
  • Food for the entire week
  • Personal first aid kit
  • Toiletries
  • Headtorch and spare batteries
  •  Notebook and pen
  • Any medications you take

Gear that will be supplied:

  • Wetsuits/river crossing safety gear
  • Avalanche safety equipment (if required)
  • Emergency first aid and comms (mountain radio, PLB, inreach)

Gear that can be supplied if needed:

  • Pack
  • Raincoat
  • Fleece Tops
  • Thermals
  • Compass
  • 2-person tents

Optional Gear:

  • Camera
  • Warm hat or gloves (winter)
  • Thermals
  • Tramping poles
  • Puffer jacket
  • Gaiters
  • Old trainers for river crossing session
  • Extra comfy cabin clothes and shoes

Other activities

We aim to provide opportunities for all to experience, learn and grow. Our safe, affordable, and quality outdoor and environmental programmes are designed to educate, challenge and inspire.