updated 25/11/2025
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Provisional expedition dates for 2026
Provisional expedition dates for 2026
Whilst exact dates and locations will be confirmed in the spring, to help with holiday planning we are provisionally aiming for the following. However, please note that provision will be made for Jewish young people who cannot walk over shabbat:
PRACTICE EXPEDITIONS - between Friday 17th and Monday 20th July in the Chilterns
ASSESSED EXPEDITIONS - between Friday 28th and Monday 31st August in Exmoor
Bronze will be 2 days/1 night, Silver 3 days/2 nights, and Gold 4 days/3 nights. However, the younger groups will be able to enjoy camp activities on the other days in Exmoor.
Signing up for DofE and cost.
Signing up for DofE and cost.
If you are ready to do your DofE we would encourage you to sign up now to make a start. See below for the DofE levels and timescales
How do I sign up? Please download the registration form from the Downloads page. Fill in the form and send it to evoesu@gmail.com
Any questions about the DofE Award? please send an email to evoesu@gmail.com and we will get back to you asap.
Costs: (updated September 2025)
Registration for DofE Bronze or Silver is £30.50 and Gold is £37.50 - see below for information on DofE levels and Forms
DofE bronze, silver or gold practice and assessed expeditions are charged depending on the location and number of attendees.
However we always charge the minimum amount, enough to break even!
DofE Levels and Timescales:
DofE Levels and Timescales:
There are three levels of program you can do which, when you’ve successfully completed them, lead to a Bronze, Silver or Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. The main differences between them are the minimum length of time it takes to complete them, how challenging it is and the minimum age you can start.
Forms:
Forms:
DofE registration forms are available on the Downloads Page. Return to your leader with relevant fee (see below).
Kit Kist:
Kit Kist:
Please ensure you have all the required kit on the kit list for your expedition. No more, no less!
The kit list can be downloaded here: DofE Kit List Sep2025
Any queries about kit? Please contact a leader asap.
Remember, you have to carry this stuff! Take just what is listed on the expedition kit list that's relevant to your expedition, and no more!
Every gram counts!
About Us & The Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Awards
About Us & The Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Awards
The Evolution Explorer Scout Unit, Evo ESU for short, provides a resource for Explorers & Young Leaders in the Barnet Borough District to achieve their DofE.
We are currently only running DofE Bronze & Silver awards, if you're interested in doing DofE Gold* please contact us
To do your DofE through Evo ESU you must be a member of the scouting movement in the Barnet Borough District, aged =>14yrs old & an Explorer Scout or Young Leader.
A Duke of Edinburgh’s (DofE) Award:
is the worlds leading achievement award for young people it’ll give you skills, confidence and a view on life
that everyone is looking for, from employers to colleges and universities.
A DofE has three progressive levels.
· Bronze DofE Award: for those aged 14 and over
· Silver DofE Award: for those aged 15 and over
· Gold DofE Award: for those aged 16 and over
You achieve an Award by completing a personal program of activities in four sections
(five if you're going for Gold).
These sections are:
· Volunteering - helping someone, your community or the environment
· Physical - becoming fitter through sport, dance or fitness activities
· Skills - developing existing talents or trying something new
· Expedition - planning, training for and completing an adventurous journey
· Residential (Gold only) - staying and working away from home as part of a team
How do I get in on this?
Please download and complete the Forms on the download page and forward to a leader. Please contact us if you have any questions
* * We are a non-profit group & are committed to keep costs low to make the DofE available to all
What does my payment include?
£25 - DofE Registration & Certification
There is an additional charge for DofE expeditions. Expeditions are usually in the Chilterns or the Peak District.
Expert training and use of group kit e.g. tents, maps & compasses, cooking equipment etc.
Where are the meetings for training?
Training is held at:
Frith Grange Campsite,
Frith Lane,
Mill Hill East,
London,
NW7 1PT
When? Training is usually on the 4th Wednesday of every month.
Please check our homepage for latest info.
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