Scouts Expedition Challenge Award (CSA Gold)

Are you ready to complete your Expedition Challenge and take the next step towards your Chief Scout’s Gold Award?

This expedition gives Scouts the opportunity to plan, complete and reflect on a real outdoor challenge, building teamwork, confidence and independence along the way.

Event Overview

This two-day expedition will see Scout teams walk from 28th Sprotbrough Scout HQ to Squirrel Wood, covering approximately 15km and completing an overnight camp as part of the Expedition Challenge Award.

Working in teams, Scouts will plan their route and complete a route card under guidance from the District Events Team before setting off. Throughout the expedition, teams will navigate the route, work together and develop their outdoor skills.

On arrival at Squirrel Wood, Scouts will camp overnight, take part in a campfire and be provided with a two course evening meal. On Sunday morning, teams will cook their own breakfast using Trangia stoves before preparing and delivering a presentation based on their expedition.

What to Expect

• 15km expedition from Sprotbrough to Squirrel Wood
• Team-based route planning and navigation
• Overnight camp at Squirrel Wood
• Two course evening meal and campfire
• Cooking own breakfast using Trangia stoves
• Expedition report and presentation on Sunday
• Opportunity to complete the Expedition Challenge for CSA Gold

Who Can Attend

• Scouts
• Maximum 70 young people
• Maximum 10 teams
• Up to 7 Scouts per team
• Mixed teams may be formed if groups have fewer than 7 Scouts

Key Details

• Meeting Point: 28th Sprotbrough Scout HQ
• Finish Location: Squirrel Wood Campsite
• Dates: Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July 2026
• Times: 8:00am Saturday to 12:00pm Sunday
• Cost: £10 per Scout
• Accommodation: Outdoor camping (Saturday night)

Kit List

• Personal kit (to be carried by Scouts in 65L rucksack, and should include sleeping bag and roll mat)
• Packed lunch for Saturday
• Group neckerchiefs (must be worn by young people and adults)
• Pocket money for Squirrel Wood Shop (optional)

Group provided equipment:

• Tents (to be handed in at 28th HQ provided by groups and transported to Squirrel Wood by District Team)
• Trangia stove (please speak to the district team if this is an issue)
• Compass
• Map case
• Food for Sunday breakfast to be cooked by young people

A full kit list will be provided ahead of the event.

Important Information

• Mobile phones are not permitted except for emergency use
• Knives are not permitted
• Scouts will carry their own kit for the expedition
• Groups must ensure Scouts are familiar with using Trangia stoves prior to the event
• Teams will plan their route and route card before starting, supported by the District Events Team
• Further details will be provided as planning progresses

Booking & Payment

• Bookings open: 13 April 2026
• Bookings close: 12 June 2026
• Groups must book online
• Each team must have a named walking leader
• Your Group will be invoiced for all places booked
• Payment should be made by bank transfer before the event

Leader Information

• One leader is required per team (maximum 1:7 ratio)
• Leaders will walk with their team throughout the expedition
• The event is run by the District Events Team under their Nights Away Permit
• No additional skills or permits are required from attending leaders

Key Dates

• Bookings open: 13 April 2026
• Bookings close: 12 June 2026