Basic EXPEDITION TRAINING – LESSON 1 YORKSHIRE (N&W) Army cadet force Basic EXPEDITION TRAINING – LESSON 1 Auo Billie grisdale 10th March 2015

Basic expedition training lesson 1 - introduction

Before we begin… In the event of an emergency, please leave by the nearest exit quickly and quietly and go to the muster point, where a nominal roll will be taken.

BEFORE WE BEGIN… If you have any questions at any time, feel free to pop your hand up and I will answer them for you

1) Introduction to Expedition Training Basic expedition training covers 2 lessons – 1) Introduction to Expedition Training 2) Countryside Code Today we will be looking at Lesson 1

introduction Expedition training can be dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing, so it is important that you receive certain training before you go. Different levels of training will be required dependant upon how difficult the expedition is expected to be. Training will include….

1) The Countryside CODE You will be taught the Countryside Code so that you understand how to treat land and property with respect

2) Building the team You will be taught how to build the team so that you are able to work as a member of a team and support other team members

3) EXPEDITION EQUIPMENT You will be taught about expedition equipment so you have the correct clothing and equipment to ensure the expedition is carried out in comfort and safety

4) Load carrying You will be taught how to load carry correctly so you are able to carry the required load without suffering exhaustion or injury

5) The camp site You will be taught about the camp site so you understand how to live outdoors in comfort and safety

6) Food and cooking You will be taught about food and how to cook so you will be able to prepare and cook a nourishing meal

7) debriefing You will be taught how to take part in a debrief so you can reflect on the expedition and learn lessons from the experience

You will cover both of these in the First Aid and Navigation syllabi You also need to know… You will also require training in Emergency Aid and Use of Map and Compass You will cover both of these in the First Aid and Navigation syllabi

Does anybody have any questions?

Why do we teach you about load carrying? I HAVE SOME FOR YOU! Why do we teach you about load carrying? So you are able to carry the required load without suffering exhaustion or injury

Why do we teach you about the campsite? I HAVE SOME FOR YOU! Why do we teach you about the campsite? So you understand how to live outdoors in comfort and safety

SUMMARY In summary, you have learnt why we need to have expedition training, and what sort of things you will be taught as you progress through your cadet career

The Countryside Code Look forward You can now look forward to your next lesson in Expedition Training at BASIC level, which is… The Countryside Code This lesson will ensure you know how to behave sensibly and responsibly in the countryside so you can go on expeditions