Learn more about the wider environment, and develop your self-confidence, team work and health.
The Adventurous Journey is all about getting out and going on an expedition or exploration in an unfamiliar and challenging environment, with an agreed objective/purpose. More than any other Section of the Award, the Adventurous Journey is about teamwork and social connection.
Two types of Adventurous Journey
Exploration
An exploration is a purpose with a journey. In an exploration, the primary focus is to observe and collect information relevant to the purpose.
Exploration
An exploration is a purpose with a journey. In an exploration, the primary focus is to observe and collect information relevant to the purpose.
Expedition
An expedition is a journey with a purpose. In an expedition, the main activities include route finding and/or navigation, setting and packing up camp.
Expedition
An expedition is a journey with a purpose. In an expedition, the main activities include route finding and/or navigation, setting and packing up camp.
"A special experience where bonds are made and walls are broken down to reveal the importance of growing individually and as part of something greater. To constantly be inspired and keep learning."
Abby (adventurer) - Scenic Rim to River Adventurer
"The challenge bought out things that we didnt know about others and tested us to see how we would get around the problems we faced."
Anon Student (Duke of Ed adventurer)
"We became a close knit team, at the same time discovering who we really were. Out in the bush, under pressure your real character shines through, and it was a fantastic almost cleansing feeling. "
Anon. Student (Duke of Ed adventurer) - School of Total Education, QLD
"The abseiling was heaps cool cause not only did you get a nice view but also it got my confidence better, in other words I can rely on other people now."
Anon Student (Duke of Ed adventurer) - Student – Cranbrook School, NSW
"The intense friendship and love was prominent with all of us accepting each others weaknesses and applauding our strengths. Gone were the superficial and shallow aspects of modern life and we adored it. "
Anon. Student (Duke of Ed adventurer) - School of Total Education, QLD
"I think that we all underwent a change for the better and will benefit from this for a long while."
Anon. Student (Duke of Ed adventurer) - School of Total Education, QLD
