Additional Resources

Duke Hike Information Package.pdf

🐾 The resources provided below are meant as a supplement and a refresher of in-person training. They are not a replacement for the essential training outlined in the Award Requirements.

Understanding the Journey and Appreciating the Culture

Duke - Understanding of the Journey.pdf
Duke - Appreciating the Culture.pdf

Equipment - Gear, Packs, Preparation

Pack your pack: Slides 28-36

  • Put light items at the bottom.
  • Pack heavy items closest to your back.
  • Place medium-weight or bulkier items toward the top or down the front of the pack.

Adjust/fit your pack: Slides 18-26

Duke - Equipment.pdf

Acquiring Gear

Duke - NL Gear Options.pdf

Compass and Map Skills

Duke - Compass Skills.pdf
Duke - Map Skills.pdf

Site Selection and Cooking at Camp

Duke - Site Selection.pdf
Duke - Food and Cooking.pdf

Wilderness First Aid and Safety

Duke - Wilderness First Aid.pdf
Duke - Safety and Emergency Procedures.pdf

Wilderness Code of Ethics

Duke - Wilderness Code of Ethics.pdf