(You cannot retrospectively credit activities; only activities undertaken after you register may count towards your Award.)
It is unlikely that we would accept the following as a physical:
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A service must be UNPAID and NOT for a family member. Looking after your baby sister, washing your father’s car, cleaning your room does not qualify!
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This section encourages a sense of adventure whilst undertaking a team journey or expedition. As part of a small team, participants will plan, train for and undertake a journey with a defined purpose in an unfamiliar environment.
Traditionally NES expeditions were held in the following locations:
The Residential Project, completed only at Gold level, aims to broaden participants' horizons through involvement with others in a residential setting.
6 months
Non Bronze holders must do an extra 6 months in either Physical, Skill or Service section. ONLY in exceptional cases will students at NES be allowed to start Silver without first completing their Bronze Award.
3 days + 2 nights
12 months
Non Silver holders must do an extra 6 months in either Physical, Skill or Service section. ONLY in exceptional cases will students at NES be allowed to start Gold without first completing their Silver Award.
4 days + 3 nights
*Plus additional requirement of 5 days & 4 night Residential Project (Gold level only).