Explorer Belt

• Be over 17 and under 25 on the 31st August 2011
• Plan and train for an international expedition as part of a small team
• Travel to another country
• Travel through that country over ten days over approximately 100 miles
• Complete a self selected major project
• Complete about ten smaller projects
• Keep a notebook or diary during the expedition
• Take part in a debriefing after the expedition
• Make a presentation about the expedition

How do you register to take part?
Spaces are limited and will be awarded on a first come first served basis. Completed booking forms and the first payment of £50 must be returned to the address on the Application form by the closing date of the 21st November 2011. Participants can apply as part of a team of 3 people. Individuals can also apply and will join other individuals to form a team. The cost of Explorer Belt 2012 will be £450 + the cost of training weekend (estimated at £20).

Download the Booking Form here

There will be an information night on the 19th November at 11th Nuneaton's Scout Hut. Click here for details and a PDF you can print and display in your Scout Hut.

What do you get for your money?

• An evening briefing meeting (January/February 2012)
• Support from the date you register to the post expedition presentation from an experienced team
• Regular pre-expedition communication/newsletters
• A training weekend (27th/29th April 2012)
• A T-shirt and UK neckerchief
• Transport to and from Penarth and Nuneaton to Expedition Arena
• Insurance
• Pre and post expedition food and accommodation
• Budget for the expedition as well as gas and maps.
• 24 hour support team while on the expedition
• Final day activity
• Post expedition assessment
• Up to 2 weeks abroad

• Personal kit and equipment
• The belt itself