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Our Programmes

Expeditions

John Muir Trust

SOEC develops and delivers a range of expedition programmes which also incorporate the John Muir Award, presenting groups with the challenge to Discover, Explore, Conserve and Share a wild place.

Expeditions are designed to test individuals’ abilities to manage in off-site, wild environments, so an adventurous spirit and a degree of physical fitness is required.

Expeditions At A Glance

  • Expeditions incorporating the John Muir Award usually take place over ten days, in a flexible combination of weekends and residential weeks as required .
  • Camp craft, night navigation, climbing, wild food collecting and kayaking are just a small selection of the skills acquired. Each programme culminates in the final weekend expedition where practice and preparation are put to the test.
  • Tutor to customer ratios during the expedition are a maximum of 1: 8 ensuring a high level of support and guidance.
  • The John Muir Award involves each group planning and managing a project that will have a direct benefit on a wild location, whether it be building an animal hide in the Queen Elizabeth Forest or planting a biodiversity garden. For more details about the John Muir Award visit www.jmt.org

Learning Outcomes
These outcomes will depend on the expedition that is developed for you, but should include:

  • Navigation skills
  • Environmental Awareness
  • Planning and team role development skills
  • Increased self-belief and independence
  • Ability to self-assess