12+ DofE Expedition Breakfast Ideas
Breakfast on DofE is what fuels your 20km+ hiking days, and it’s important they are filling, tasty and convenient. Here are 12+ amazing ideas for breakfast on DofE.
How-to: Look after your feet on a DofE Expedition in 6 simple steps
When you head off on your DofE Expedition the last thing you want to be worrying about are your feet, which is why I developed these 6 simple steps to make sure your feet are snug, stable, and supported throughout your expedition.
What counts as a substantial meal for a DofE Expedition? (And why it’s important)
If you want to learn what counts as a substantial meal for a DofE Expedition, why it’s important, and my top suggestions for a delicious substantial meal, then this is the article for you.
Kit list for a DofE Expedition: everything you need to bring
What you bring on a DofE expedition is a balance between ensuring you have everything you need while keeping your pack as light as possible. ‘Just in case’ items rarely make the cut.
The complete guide to food on a DofE Expedition — breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks!
Having food that you enjoy on DofE can turn an expedition from horrible to incredible — but finding the right food for you is not always intuitive. Find out what food is best for you today.
Med kits on DofE: what do you need to bring, and how does expedition First Aid work?
It can be confusing knowing what medical equipment you need to bring on an upcoming DofE expedition. In this article I answer all the questions you might have on med kits for DofE, so you can feel safe and prepared.
Feminine hygiene on DofE: what to do if you get your period
Is your period due over an upcoming DofE expedition? Although it’s not ideal the advice you’ll find on this article will help you get through it.
What to do when you get lost on DofE: a step-by-step guide
Getting lost can be a demoralising experience if you don’t know what to do in the situation — learn the steps you should take to get back on track and keep group morale high.
The BIG problem with ‘DofE recommended kit’
The ‘DofE recommended kit’ branding is worth a lot of money, and there’s a big problem. It’s too confusing, and too unhelpful. Here’s why.
Top 3 ways to purify water on a DofE expedition
There are a lot of options when it comes to expedition water treatment, and it can get overwhelming. Read about the top 3 ways of treating water on your expedition and why they’re the best.
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.
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.