GOLD WALKING Information Pack 2017

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1 SCHOOL CAMP Ltd, Unit 15, Neath Vale Supplier Park, Neath, SA11 4SR. Tel: Duke of Edinburgh Award Expeditions GOLD WALKING Information Pack 2017 Training and Practice (choice of two dates) 29 th May 3 rd June 2017 Brecon Beacons East (DOE17-GP3) Or 2 nd April 7 th April 2017 Brecon Beacons East (DOE17-GP4) & Assessed Expedition 1 st 5 th September 2017 Brecon Beacons West (DOE17-GA2)

2 ABOUT SCHOOL CAMP Ltd School camp Ltd provide a wide range of innovative off site adventurous outdoor activity events. Our products include, Outdoor Activity days, Adventurous Activity Camps, Curriculum Enhancement Camps, Teambuilding days, BTEC / PE Outdoor Adventurous Activity Modules and Geography Field Trips. We pride ourselves in providing high quality, cost effective outdoor education solutions for individuals, families, schools, colleges and youth groups. An Approved DofE Activity Provider (AAP) School Camp Ltd is proud to be a Duke of Edinburgh's Award Approved Provider of both the Expedition section and the Residential section. Formally incorporated in 2010 we have been involved in the expedition section of the award in many formats for many years and understand the needs of groups and individuals. We offer Bronze, Silver and Gold expeditions across the UK both by Canoe and on foot. An Adventurous Activities Licence Holder (AALA) School Camp Ltd is certified by the Adventurous Activities Licencing Scheme. Holders of this badge are able to offer adventurous activities to groups and under 18s and undergo annual inspections from the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) WHY BOOK WITH US? We have never cancelled a course We are proud that we have never let a participant down or cancelled a course. All our events are well attended but if the numbers are less than we would have liked, unlike some, we still run the course. An experienced company - Our director is a trained teacher and our experienced instructors have been working with DofE participants for many years. Our full time instructors have a wealth of expedition experience and are backed up by a team of specialist part time staff. Big enough to manage, small enough to care - We pride ourselves in providing a personalised service to all our clients. You will meet many of our full time staff on the course and our director is often around for a coffee, and runs some activities. We have all our own transport, equipment, central office and support staff so we don t need to rely on other companies. Fully risk assessed and insured - All our activities, accommodation and activity locations are fully risk assessed. Copies of the risk assessments can be made available should you require this. All our activities and residential camps are covered by our comprehensive outdoor industry specific insurance policy. Our insurance will always satisfy local authority and AALA requirements. Telephone and support We have an operations office, manned 9 am to 4.30pm (weekdays) and they are only a call or away if you ever require our support. Modern regularly replaced equipment - We are proud of our equipment, which is regularly maintained and replaced to ensure it is of the highest standard. Our policy is not to buy cheap, but to buy equipment that allows people to develop skill and not just participate in the activity. Highly qualified friendly staff - All our staff have been hand-picked for their ability to work safely and have fun, relate to clients and develop client s skills. We are lucky to have a strong instructor base from which you can be assured that you will receive only quality staff. All our staff have been DBS checked. PAGE 2

3 HOW WILL YOUR EXPEDITION WORK? Pre course requirements - You will receive an information before the expedition. It is very important that you read this and use it along with this pack to fully prepare for the expedition. On occasion, we may be able to arrange a meeting before the training. Practice expedition Planning There is no need to plan a route for the practice expedition. This will be done during the training and practice expedition. Training & Practice expedition The training section of the expedition will help to you understand the expectations and requirements of the Gold Award. It will also skill you up so that your group can operate safely and efficiently in Wild country. The practice expedition will contain continued training and will give you a chance to become more independent over its length. You can expect to be well supported and closely supervised at the start, but once we are happy you have the skills the supervision will become more remote. Don t forget the next time you are out on expedition then you are being assessed, so if you have any questions or concerns then this is the time to ask. Planning the Assessed expedition route During the training and practice expedition we will start the expedition planning process. On a combined training and practice event this will be done in the evenings or on the final day. You will choose from available campsites and be provided with route cards which can be completed electronically. These will be submitted by to our office and the campsites will then be booked. Expedition Purpose It is a requirement that your expedition has a purpose, and that this shapes your assessed expedition route. Our instructors will discuss ideas for this this with you at the training. You will need to write this up, or create a presentation and this to our office after the assessment expedition so that we can sign this element off. Expedition registration paperwork (Green forms) We will complete all the required paperwork and submit it to the DofE to ensure that your expedition counts. Assessment Assessment expeditions start on the day before the expedition starts. This day gives you a chance to review the route, and ensure you have all the group and individual equipment. The DofE refer to this as the acclimatisation day. On the following morning you will meet your assessor and will explain your plans, purpose and present the route to them. Over the following days you will be remotely supervised by an instructor / Assessor who will monitor your progress and meet you at several points to ensure your safety. Assessors These will be provided by the company and will meet you at various points to ensure that you have met the requirements of the award. At the end of the expedition your report will be uploaded directly into your E DofE account, so please ensure we have your DofE number. PAGE 3

4 GOLD WALKING PROGRAMME Your Gold expedition section will be covered in 10 days, with the option to turn up to the training and practice expedition the night before. This will be made up of: 2 days training leading into a 3 day practice expedition 5 day assessment expedition (made up of 1 days pre assessment planning, preparation and orientation and a 4 day assessment) TRAINING PRACTICE EXPEDITION PROGRAMME Aim: To develop existing skills Navigation inc o Maps and features o Walking on bearings Relocating Route cards and timing Walking in the mountains Looking after yourself and the team Evening Camp craft Gas trangia use Expedition food Equipment choice Aim: To practice the skills covered the day before, whilst specifically thinking about emergency s. Navigation Timing Emergency procedures Lost procedures Weather and Escape routes First aid Emergency scenarios Access and countryside code Environment considerations Wild camping Pack up camp, Supervised journeying and thought about possible investigation in relation to an assessed expedition s purpose. Possible wild camp training. Pack up camp, Independent check pointed journeying, working on timing and navigation. Arrive campsite and pitch tents. Morning route planning exercise before short walk to finish point. Early afternoon debrief and review with instructors. Departure from local station ASSESSMENT EXPEDITION PROGRAMME Early afternoon meet to review routes and expedition purpose. 1 Camp overnight and discuss scenarios and emergency plans for expedition Meet assessor and discuss expedition. Assessment day 1 - Independent remotely supervised journeying and exploration in relation to expedition purpose. Camp Assessment day 2 - Independent remotely supervised journeying and exploration in relation to expedition purpose. Camp Assessment day 3 - Independent remotely supervised journeying and exploration in relation to expedition purpose. Camp Assessment day 4 - Independent journeying. Pm Debrief and purpose presentation with assessor Late afternoon pickup / depart from local station PAGE 4

5 COST Each expedition costs 270 and the additional overnight before the training and practice expedition is only charged at 7 The total cost of both expeditions (and arrival the night before the training) is 547 Please see the booking information later in this pack for detailed information regarding cost and instalments. WHAT IS INCLUDED We believe we have developed on of the best value expedition programs around. There are no hidden charges in our expeditions. The cost includes: Well qualified trainers and assessors (one staff member per group) D of E assessment fees Maps and compasses Use of our camping equipment All campsite fees included Registered assessors Office telephone and support through your expedition section. Vat The cost excludes: Food on your training and expeditions Travel from your home to the start point and return from the finish point. Gas for the stoves which is available from us at cost price ( 6 per cartridge). PAGE 5

6 TRAINING AND PRACTICE EXPEDITION PROGRAMME DETAIL Location: Meeting point: Closest station: Meeting time: Finish point: Finish time: Brecon Beacons National Park Dolygaer Scout Mountain Centre, Dol-y-gaer, Pontsticill, CF48 2UR, Merthyr Tydfil station 6pm at Plas Dolygaer, or 5pm at Merthyr Tydfil station. Abergavenny train station 4.30 pm Please note: The postcode may not take you to exact location. Please look at the red arrow below. Crown copyright OS Licence TRAVELLING TO AND FROM THE PRACTICE EXPEDITION Travel to and from the event is to be arranged at your own cost. Arrival by car: Please note that the postcode may not take you to exact location. Once you are driving along the reservoir from Merthyr Tydfil, please take the dead end road continuing further along the reservoir rather than taking the 90 o bend away from the reservoir to Talybont. Once on the dead end road, cross the metal bridge and the accommodation is 300m on the left. Arrival by train: The closest train station: Merthyr Tydfil station, which is approximately 15 mins away from the centre. A short taxi ride will get you to the accommodation. Whatever time your train arrives we will meet you at the train station at 5pm and help organise taxis. In 2016 a taxi cost 14 which will be divided by the number of people on board. The cost of the taxi is not included in the course coast so please ensure you have some taxi money with you. Train booking notes: When booking your train please note that we are using a different return station. You may like to book a return to Cardiff station, and buy a single to Merthyr Tydfil station (for the way out) and then a single from Abergavenny train station to Newport, where you will be able to pick up the your return train on the Cardiff to London line. We strongly recommend that you contact group bookings to get the best train price. PAGE 6

7 PRACTICE EXPEDITION ACCOMMODATION Campsite on 2 nd April / 29 th May: Dolygaer scout campsite. Grid Ref OL12 057,145 Campsite on 3 rd April / 30 th May: Dolygaer scout campsite. Grid Ref OL12 057,145 Campsite on 4 th April / 31 st May: Dolygaer scout campsite. Grid Ref OL12 057,145 Campsite on 5 th April / 1 st June: Pentwyn felindra. Grid Ref OL13 181,233 Campsite on 6 th April / 2 nd June: Court farm Llanthony. Grid Ref OL13 288,277 Finish Point on 7 th April / 3 rd June: Abergavenny train station. Grid Ref OL13 305,136 PRACTICE EXPEDITION FOOD It is a requirement of the expedition section that you can plan and provide food suitable for the expedition, for this reason we do not include food in the package. Arrival day, we strongly suggest that you eat your main meal at lunch time or get a take away on route as your evening meal. Alternatively, there is a large Tesco supermarket at Merthyr train station. We will discuss suitable food and help you plan a menu in the training phase and on the second evening you will have an opportunity to visit a local supermarket before the practice expedition starts if you need to get additional supplies. You will need to bring money in case you need to visit a shop. You should plan a menu and bring a range of food from home with you. When you have met the group and have received the training you will be able to pool your resources, and shop for additional food required. We suggest you bring some items from home. You should bring several portions of noodles, rice, pasta, sauces, cereal bars, chocolate, tea, coffee, biscuits and crackers, and other non-perishable items. Whilst planning your menu please consider: - The weight of the food. - The size (and weight) of the packaging - The ease of cooking on a single gas burner. - Instant energy snack foods for daytime top ups. - How likely items are to get squashed whilst packed. - The product shelf life as you will not have a refrigerator. - Portion size. - Balance of protein and carbohydrates (breakfast and evening meals) NB. You will have access to a fridge during the training phase of the expedition (first 3 days) and access to a full kitchen with oven on the 3 rd night when you may decide to cook something more complicated. PAGE 7

8 ASSESSMENT EXPEDITION PROGRAMME DETAIL Location: Meeting point: Closest station: Meeting time: Campsites: Finish point: Finish time: Brecon Beacons National Park Dolygaer Scout Mountain Centre, Dol-y-gaer, Pontsticill, CF48 2UR, Merthyr Tydfil station 2pm at Plas Dolygaer, or 1pm at Merthyr Tydfil station. The campsites to be used during your assessment will depend on the route that you plan, as you have several campsite options each night. You will phone and book the campsites before the assessment expedition. Merthyr Tydfil station 5pm TRAVELLING TO AND FROM THE ASSESSED EXPEDITION Travel to and from the event is to be arranged at your own cost. Arrival by car: Please note that the postcode may not take you to exact location. Once you are driving along the reservoir from Merthyr Tydfil, please take the dead end road continuing further along the reservoir rather than taking the 90 o bend away from the reservoir to Talybont. Once on the dead end road, cross the metal bridge and the accommodation is 300m on the left. Arrival by train: The closest train station: Merthyr Tydfil station, which is approximately 15 mins away from the centre. A short taxi ride will get you to the accommodation. Whatever time your train arrives we will meet you at the train station at 1pm and help organise taxis. In 2016 a taxi cost 14 which will be divided by the number of people on board. The cost of the taxi is not included in the course coast so please ensure you have some taxi money with you. Train booking notes: When booking your train please note that we are using the same station and so you can book a return ticket. We strongly recommend that you contact group bookings to get the best train price. ASSESSED EXPEDITION FOOD It is a requirement of the expedition section that you plan and provide your food suitable for the expedition. Please note that there will not be an opportunity to visit a shop before you start the expedition, and that you must bring food for the entire trip including food for the night before the expedition. You will have access to a small catering kitchen on the night before the expedition starts, and so you might want to bring a more complicated menu for the first night. PAGE 8

9 DofE EQUIPMENT LIST We recommend that you develop your own equipment list and use the resources on the DofE website in order to help you do this. We will train participants to select equipment based on the following equipment list which is provided as a guide. Items marked with a star* can be supplied by School Camp Ltd, at no extra cost Individual Equipment Group Equipment Waterproof coat (waterproof& windproof) Tent(s) * Waterproof over-trousers Camping stove(s) / Trangia * 2 pairs sock liners (optional) Camping stove fuel in an appropriate Fuel Bottle 2-3 t-shirts Cooking pans * Thermal t-shirt (optional) Scourers + washing up liquid 2 fleece tops or similar Maps (1:25000)* 2 walking trousers (warm, NOT jeans) Compass(es) * Underwear Map cases Sports bra (optional) Camera (optional) Nightwear Toilet paper 1 pair of trainers (optional) Tea towels Warm hat &/or sunhat (if appropriate) Food (lightweight) 1 pair gloves (if appropriate) Plastic bags (for rubbish etc.) 1 pair shorts (if appropriate) Survival bag * Suncream (if appropriate) Water Purifying Tablets (GOLD ONLY) 1 pair gaiters (optional) Food Rucksack liner (or 2 x large plastic bags) Sleeping mat * Bowl & Mug Knife, fork, spoon Water bottle (2 Litres) Sleeping bag + Waterproof bag Sleeping bag liner (optional) Insect Repellent (optional) Notebook & pen/pencil Watch Whistle Torch + batteries Personal first aid kit Emergency food rations Box of matches (in waterproof container) Wash kit Towel PAGE 9

10 STOVE FUEL If you are borrowing one of our trangia stoves then please ensure you bring a gas bottle with you to the expedition. Screw top gas bottles fit our stoves (see inset image) but don t have to be the CADAC brand shown. They are readily available at outdoor shops and are also available from us costing 6 and most groups us 2 per expedition. RESPONSIBILITIES / OUR DUTY OF CARE School Camp Ltd Will Be Responsible For o The cost of campsites during the training and practice expeditions. You will pay for the assessment expedition campsites with cash included in the overall cost of the programme. o The health and safety of the group through-out the scheduled activities and for those under 18 during the whole event. o Ensuring the expedition fulfils the DofE requirements. o Ensuring a first aider is always on hand for first aid support. o Ensuring that our staff are CRB checked in line with our company policy. o In the event of an emergency our instructors will act in the best interests of the individuals involved and adopting a loco parentis role. You Are Responsible For o The cost of any additional services arranged at the event or with the accommodation providers. Eg washing, or any tab created during your stay. o For the arrangement and payment of your transport to and from the event. o Supplying medical / dietary information in line with our companies own consent forms (copy enclosed), this information must be sent to us at least 2 weeks before your event. o For your own transportation home if you opt out of the activities or are removed from the activity for breach of the conduct contract. o Selecting and Providing food for the duration of the expedition as required by the D of E SUPERVISION OF UNDER 18S We are aware that this is an area of concern for parents. The company will adopt the loco parentis role throughout the residential. Having worked as a teacher for many years the Director oversees the training of every staff member to ensure they are suitably qualified and experienced in working in this role. In addition each staff member will be CRB checked in line with our company policies. As this is a D of E event you should expect that you will spend a time being remotely supervised. This means that we will be on hand monitoring progress and anticipating hazards on the route. We will stay with you during the training phases and will begin to distance ourselves once you have demonstrated the required independence. During remote supervision will meet with you several times a day but remain PAGE 10

11 relatively close at hand should you require us. Once in campsites groups may be left unsupervised whilst our staff move trailer and vehicles downstream. In the event of a concern or problem then you / the parent will be our first port of call, should we be unable to make contact with you then be will act in the best interests of the participant. Should a parent wish to contact the instructor of their child then you may do so through our 24h out of office number, provided nearer the time. UNSUPERVISED TIMES There will be occasions when clients will be unsupervised in and around the accommodation, and whilst equipment or vehicles are being moved between locations. There will be periods of free time where clients will be free to move around within the boundary s set by the instructors. This will include areas of the villages, shops and parks which surround the building. We will operate a check in and check out procedure and will encourage participants to stay in groups. Clients will not be left unsupervised in dangerous environments. Please note that we will not see individuals onto their train and once dropped at the train station clients will be out of our duty of care. PARTICIPANTS CONDUCT CONTRACT To ensure the smooth and safe running of our events we request that you agree to the following conduct contract. o Not to bring, purchase or consume any alcohol or drugs during the event. o To smoke only in designated areas and not to smoke whilst on activity sessions. o To treat each other, staff and the equipment with respect. o To accept and tolerate differences in other participants. o To be supportive of each other and of School Camp staff. o To participate in all activities fully and to the best of your abilities. o To use appropriate language at all times. To enjoy the experience and have fun! INSURANCE POLICY INSURANCE & REGULATIONS EFFECTING THIS PROGRAMME It is always reassuring to know that we have a comprehensive and outdoor activity specific insurance policy issued by Activities Industry Mutual. This provides public liability and product insurance of up to 10,000,000, which is above the industry standard. You can download our Insurance certificate from the teacher downloads section of our website. PERSONAL INSURANCE Insurance against personal loss resulting from the of loss of possessions, or financial loss resulting from your cancellation due to ill health, delayed transport arranged by you, extreme weather is not included or provided by the company. We recommend that all customers take out an adequate insurance policy that will cover the full cost of their booking in the case of cancellation and that covered the value of the possessions to be brought on the trip. We work with Endsleigh who provide a specialist insurance policy, covering our adventure activities, your cancellation and belongings, please contact us for more information. PAGE 11

12 ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITIES LICENCE - AALA School Camp Ltd holds Adventurous Activity licence (AALA) issued by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Our licenced activities include; Kayaking, Open Canoeing, Improvised rafting, Rock climbing, Abseiling, Gorge Scrambling, Coast steering, Orienteering, Hill Walking & Mountaineering, and Off Road Cycling. You can download a copy of our AALA licence from the teacher downloads section of our website or you can check our licence on the HSE website via this link DofE APPROVED ACTIVITY PROVIDER School Camp Ltd is an approved activity provider (AAP) for both the expedition section and the residential section of the Duke of Edinburgh s award. We are able to provide expeditions by food, bike and canoe and well as gold residential courses. The DofE award independently verified our processes and programmes to ensure that your participation in our expeditions and Residentials will fully cover the requirements of the award. More information about our AAP accreditation can be found at PACKAGE TRAVEL REGULATIONS This event is not considered a package as described by the package travel regulation. RISK ASSESSMENTS and MANAGING RISK Every activity we provide is fully risk assessed to the best of our ability. We risk assess each location and activity and provide the necessary equipment and run the activity in a way that minimises the risk to the individual. In addition, dynamic risk assessment are completed continually throughout our events by our qualified staff. There is always a small risk when spending time and participating in activities outdoors. Students have been known to get blisters and small cuts and grazes and these are swiftly dealt with by our instructors. Parents should be made aware of the nature of the activities to be undertaken so that they understand the risk. See our risk assessment pack via this link clients_2016.pdf KING MY BOOKING MAKING YOUR BOOKING Please note that you will need to complete a booking form to reserve your place. The booking form is completed online and can be accessed via this link. PAYMENTS You will pay for your expedition in three instalments Programme cost (both expeditions) 1 st Payment - Deposit due at time of booking = 75 2 nd Payment Due 4 weeks before the Practice and training expedition = rd Payment - Due 4 weeks before the assessment expedition = 195 PAGE 12

13 MAKING YOUR DEPOSIT PAYMENT Once we have received your booking form we will send you an requesting the deposit. You will be able to pay by Direct Debit, Bank transfer (using your internet banking) or by debit or credit card over the phone. MEDICAL INFORMATION You need to ensure that we have a completed medical / consent form which will be submitted electronically nearer the time. We should receive this 2 weeks before your expedition. If you have previously completed a medical form, please consider if anything has changed since the last expedition and inform us in writing of any changes. You should also inform your instructor on your arrival at the start point. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Can I book on this with a friend? o Yes. Once you have booked if you send us an or call our office we will make sure you are in the same expedition group. Do I need to bring food? o Yes. The D of E award requires you to plan and purchase a suitable menu. o You should bring most of your food with you. During training, it will be possible to visit local shop. Will I need to bring money? o There is no requirement to bring any additional money if you bring all your own food, and make your own way to the start point. However, you may need to bring money for a taxi ride (if you arrive at the train station), for topping up your food at a local shop before the expedition starts, or for snacks and drinks before and after your expedition. Will there be a safe place to leave valuables? o No. We do not suggest that you take valuables with you whilst on expedition. Our instructors cannot take responsibility for them at any stage. Do I need a mobile phone? o Optional. However, we need one person per expedition group to keep a mobile phone on them during the expedition. You may find having your phone helps to arrange your pick up / journey home after the expedition. How many people will be on the course? o The course has no upper limit, and runs with a minimum of 4 persons. o Expedition group sizes will be a maximum of 7 for walking and 8 for canoeing. What is the instructor to participant ratios? o There will be one full time instructor attached to each group during the practice and training phases. What if I am ill? o If you are unable to complete the expedition then we will help to arrange your transport home, but this will be at your own cost. If I am over 18 will I be able to drink alcohol? o No. School Camp Ltd and have a no alcohol policy on all outdoor activity events. Can I smoke? PAGE 13

14 o School Camp Ltd discourages smoking and encourages a healthy lifestyle. However, we understand that some people have already made life choices and will provide opportunities and safe areas to smoke on request. Cancelling my place after I have paid my deposit? o We are realistic about changes of plans and will offer you alternative dates / locations where possible. Please see the terms set out in the booking conditions. How do I get to the start point? o Each expedition will have a start point and you should make your own arrangements to get to this meeting point. Will there be mobile reception or telephone access? o Many of our locations have poor mobile signal. Our instructors will know the areas where signal is available and be able to direct you as to where and when your phone may work during your stay. In an emergency we will be able to provide you with phone access. How do people contact me in an emergency? o The best way to make contact if you have not signal is via the School Camp office on This phone line is monitored 24 hours but is only for emergency use outside of normal office hours. PAGE 14

15 INDIVIDUAL BOOKINGS TERMS AND CONDITIONS OPEN DofE It is vital you read, understand and accept the following conditions prior to signing the attached booking form as on receipt of a signed and dated booking form, or your deposit payment, full terms and conditions will apply. PAYMENT 1. For Individual bookings a 75 non-refundable deposit is payable on receipt of the booking form. 2. The balance is due no later than 1 month prior to each event., as detailed in this pack 3. School Camp Ltd. will invoice individuals for any costs that accrue during the event. Such costs include but are not solely limited to; the loss or malicious damage to our property or other equipment; services or items ordered by you or your young people from a third party (campsite, food outlet etc) and invoiced incorrectly to us. Such invoices are payable on receipt of the invoice. AMENDMENT OR CANCELLATION 4. Amendment by customer. a. If an individual wishes to amend any of the booking details (including the event date) after payment of the deposit then we will endeavour to make the change, but cannot guarantee this. Please be assured we will do everything to assist in conforming to your wishes. The following amendment terms apply. i. School Camp Ltd can only accept written requests (mail or ) for amendments. ii. Amendments are only confirmed once you have received written confirmation from the company. iii. If there are any cost implications posed by the amendment, seasonal or otherwise, then you will be informed of this in writing and a written confirmation that you accept these costs will be required. 5. Cancellation by customer. a. If you wish to cancel a booking then School Camp Ltd must receive notification in writing (mail or ). b. Any cancellation takes effect from the date we receive notification, and will be confirmed by us by . c. The following cancellation fees will apply. i. After payment of the 20% deposit and before full payment date (20 working days before the event date) - The deposit will be lost or can be transferred to another booking. ii working days prior to delivery - 50% of the full event cost will be payable or this figure can be transferred to another date or booking (subject to availability). iii. 10 working days or less -100% of the full event cost will be payable d. In the event of transferring the booking then the value of the new booking must be of the same value to the cancelled booking, or an additional fee will be charged. e. School Camp Ltd. Reserves the right to charge a 50 administration fee to cover the cost of making any amendments and the issuing of new paperwork. f. Your place is fully transferable to another person and you may resell or gift your place to another similar person who meets the requirements of the course. Please contact us to arrange this. 6. Amendment or cancellation by School Camp Ltd. a. In the event that we are unable to provide expeditions that meet the requirements of the DofE Award (other than force majeure) then you will be contacted and will have the option to withdraw from the event and receive a full refund. b. In the event that we cancel the programme (other than force majeure) then a refund proportional to remaining undelivered days of the programme will be issued. NON ATTENDANCE OR NON COMPLETION OF THE ACTIVITY 7. In the case of non-attendance by any individual(s), in the case of them opting out of the activities, or going home before the end of the event then no refund will be made. 8. Any participant excluded from an activity or sent home by the company for behavioural, medical, social or emotional reasons will not be eligible for a refund. FORCE MAJEURE 1. School Camp Ltd. will not be liable to pay any compensation, nor refund any monies paid, for the cancelation or forced programme change due to circumstances beyond the companies control. This includes any issue that we or our suppliers would not have been able to reasonably foreseen. Such circumstances include, but are not limited to war or threat of war, terrorist activity, riots or civil strife, industrial disputes, natural or nuclear disasters, fire, water levels or weather. 2. In such circumstances, and subject to availability, School Camp Ltd will make every effort to offer an alternative event on the booked dates. HEALTH AND SAFETY 3. Individuals must supply School Camp Ltd with a completed medical / permission forms. In the event of the individual being under 18 then this form must be signed by a parent or guardian. 4. School Camp Ltd. must receive a copy of the medical and dietary information no less than 10 days before the event. After this form is submitted School Camp Ltd must be informed of any changes to the supplied information in writing. 5. School Camp Ltd accepts no responsibility for any ailment or further aggravation of any existing ailment suffered during or after a programme, disclosed or undisclosed. 6. School Camp Ltd accepts no responsibility for any injury caused whilst participating in the activity in any other manner other than directed by the instructor. 7. School Camp Ltd accepts no responsibility for any loss or damage to personal belongings whilst on our courses and events. PAGE 15