D of E

11 Jul D of E

On Friday 1^st July 2016, the Bronze D of E group embarked on their qualifying expedition in the Epping Forest area. They started off near Hollow Ponds near Whipps Cross.

The students started the first part of the seven mile expedition towards Fairmead Scout Camp. Their aim was to take a series of photographs along the way to create a display at a later date. The terrain was rather challenging due to the copious amounts of rain we have been experiencing, but the students were determined!

I was delighted to see how well the students set up camp and prepared their evening meal when they were actually very tired. They were sensible though and tucked up for an early night.

The second day was particularly challenging for our movement between Debden Camp and Fairmead Camp. The navigation at the start was difficult for both groups but I was really impressed with the progress made throughout the day. We had a mixture of weather from full sun to a torrential downpour. They all completed the walk and checked in at the final check point 11.

Congratulations to everyone who took part and completed the expedition:

Lucy Whyte, Jodie Chesney, Teri Keenan, Jake Sanchez, Jamie Adekeye, Emma Davison, Megha Islam, Jennifer Taborda Da Silva and Shanice Makili

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank all the staff who supported this expedition and without whom the trip would not have been possible: Miss Duncan, Mr Vincent, and Mr Marks – thank you for giving up your time to such a wonderful bunch of students. I sincerely appreciate your commitment to the D of E team. You’re great!

Mr Hargreaves

Duke of Edinburgh Leader