SILVER BUSHWALKING AWARD JOURNEY
Join a group for your Silver Bushwalking Award and meet new friends as you take on exciting challenges during the Duke of Edinburgh award.
New requirements with award leaders permission. Only 3 days for Silver Award.
Every Duke of Ed journey, regardless of level, needs a minimum of four students. If you’re traveling alone, go ahead and register with us. We’ll do our best to connect you with a group of four to make your journey possible. Large school groups are separated into smaller groups of seven students per group.
A SILVER JOURNEY DESIGNED JUST FOR YOU
How we envision a Silver Bushwalking Award journey
Important to realise as you progress through the Silver Bushwalking Award journey, you will be required to take on additional tasks and demonstrate a higher level of commitment than you did at the Bronze Award level.
Another key point, our Silver Bushwalking Award journey was made to meet the requirements of the Duke of Ed Award while also giving you the chance to build success and resilience.
Of course, you will be part of a group, four to seven people. During the trip, each team member will have a chance to be the team leader and make all the decisions.
You’ll be in an unfamiliar location, relying on your map navigation to get around.
Key points, Silver Award Journey will be
A Silver Bushwalking Award Journey has a lot to offer
Achieving a Silver Bushwalking Award is an accomplishment to be genuinely proud of, and we’re here to support you every step of the way.
Silver Award Bushwalkers embody courage, resilience, both physical and mental strength. You will experience unparalleled fulfilment, unforgettable memories, and the unique experience of immersing yourself in nature far from the bustle of everyday life.
Earning this award not only deepens one’s connection to the outdoors but also fosters a profound sense of personal achievement and pride.
Key points, what’s on offer
Highlights of Your Adventure:
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is loved by people worldwide for its ability to foster personal growth and unforgettable experiences.
That is to say, on the Silver Bushwalking Adventure, you’ll experience the joys of the great outdoors. Picture yourself cooking your own meals, building a fire, and sleeping under a canopy of stars—all while embarking on an exciting journey.
Along the way, you’ll discover the thrill of teamwork and the satisfaction of setting and achieving meaningful goals.
Get ready to explore the world around you and embrace the excitement of the next chapter in your adventure!
Explore the world around you and see how exciting the next part of your journey will be!
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About yourself & the Silver Bushwalking Award Journey:
Firstly, to take on the Duke of Edinburgh Award, you must be at least 15 years old and prepared for a journey that requires hard work, self-discipline, and perseverance. Each level is a challenge, but the rewards make it all worthwhile.
Secondly, Along the way, you’ll forge meaningful friendships with people just as dedicated as you are. It’s not easy, but the experience will prove to everyone—including yourself—that you’re capable of achieving more than you ever thought possible.
Thirdly, be ready to carry all your camping gear, food, and water in your backpack as you hike to your campsite each day. It’s tough, but it builds strength and resilience.
Finally, we’re honoured to be part of your Duke of Edinburgh journey. The lessons you’ll learn will stay with you for a lifetime, shaping the person you’re destined to become.
Any questions about doing a Silver Award Journey
WHAT IS GOING TO OCCUR
Choose an area to do your Silver Bushwalking Award in
We will offer you a choice of several different locations to complete your journey in. Each area is different and offers its own challenges and fun things to do.
Significantly, the majority of our hikes for the Silver Bushwalking Award journey can be accessed via the public railway system. Therefore, providing students with an independent way to get to the hike location without requiring parents to take time off work to drive to the start point.”
Your Silver Bushwalking Award journey will be in one of these National parks. You can click on them and read about each one.
Dharug National Park, Central Coast. Watagan’s National Park, Near Newcastle. Brisbane Waters National Park, Nth Sydney region,
Barrington Tops National Park, Mid Nth Coast region.
Distance to hike approx. 10 Kilometres each day & camping in a different locations each night.
Coupled with hiking some topics you will learn on a Silver Bushwalking Award journey:
First Day while hiking along
- Understand the adventurous journey planned.
- Observation and Recording Skills
- Route Planning
- Camp craft/Accommodation & Hygiene
Second day before leaving camp
- Using a compass / Navigation in the field
- Safety and safe practice
- Teamwork, problem-solving and leadership.
Third day during lunch stop
- Weather in the field
- First aid
- Emergency Procedures.
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