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D OF E PRACTICE EXPEDITION 24 STRETFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL MAGAZINE Mr Price Uden Sophie Rimmer Y10
During an overcast weekend in March, 97 intrepid Year 10 students carried out their Bronze practice expedition for the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Arriving at their base for the weekend in a fine drizzle, Waddecar Scout Camp looked positively welcoming as the instructors from the Sam Sykes company introduced themselves to the groups. It was a quick start as everyone was immediately busy erecting tents and sorting out their gear. Once this was complete each group set off on an exploratory walk around the magnificent surroundings of the Forest of Bowland. interesting choices of hill snacks and without a fast food outlet in sight everyone soon began to appreciate the benefits of cereal bars and snacks. Back at camp everyone was busy cooking a variety of noodle based meals. There were some notable culinary masterclasses from the likes of Will Gerry and Georgia Williamson. Seasoned pros such as James Watson and Charlotte Mann quickly set the pace with some interesting concoctions. The evening was spent planning routes for the assessed expedition that takes place in September. All 97 students did really well and coped with the challenges that they faced individually and as a team. Day two involved some more navigation and map work and all of the groups experienced carrying full rucksacks with all the kit needed to sustain themselves for a full weekend. There were some STRETFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL MAGAZINE 25
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