Can you fail DofE? 7 things that can get you kicked off
While you may be pleased to know it is not possible to fail DofE as a whole, you can still fail specific sections. In this article I’ll go through seven different reasons that you may have to retake part of your award.
Important DofE resources and downloads, all in one place.
There are lots of .pdf documents you’ll need over the course of your DofE award. I’ve collated and organised all the most important ones in this post, so you can find the documents you need quickly and easily.
How long is DofE? A complete guide to timescales on DofE
In this article I explain how long it takes to complete DofE, as well as the details when it comes to doing DofE without having completed the previous awards.
7 original ideas for your DofE expedition aim
Your DofE group need to come up with an expedition aim but you’re stuck for ideas. Discover 7 original ideas for your group’s expedition aim that find the perfect combination of enjoyable, interesting and easy.
What counts as a DofE Residential? Can you go with a friend, how long does it last, and what are the other rules?
The Residential section is a key part of Gold DofE. It’s an exciting opportunity to meet new people and broaden your interests away from home.
What volunteering can you do for DofE? 7 simple ideas anyone can sign up for
As a core aspect of DofE, it’s important to you find a volunteering programme you’ll find rewarding and enjoyable. With a wide range of officially approved options, it shouldn’t be too difficult to find the a programme that works for you.
The one ingredient that revolutionised my DofE dinners
Boil-in-a-bag meals can taste great. However, over the course of my numerous DofE expeditions, I discovered one lightweight ingredient that will take your dinners to another level.
Definitive guide to waterproofing on DofE (because nobody likes a wet sleeping bag)
The importance of waterproofing the things in your rucksack on DofE cannot be understated. If it rains and your clothes, food and sleeping bag get wet, the rest of your expedition will be miserable.
Complete guide to water on DofE: how much do you need to bring and what’s the best way to bring it?
It is, of course, essential that you drink enough water on a DofE expedition to remain properly hydrated. But how much do you need? And what are the benefits of using a bladder over bottles?
How to pack a DofE rucksack: a comprehensive guide
Packing your rucksack for DofE is integral to making your hike as comfortable as possible, from quick access to snacks, to reducing the chance of blisters.