GOLD
4 DAYS, 3 NIGHTS
Instructors will formally step back to allow group members to apply their learnings from previous Adventurous Journeys. Team members are expected to problem-solve and work together to achieve their final sign-off. Instructors will continue to ensure the safety of the group and intervene, if necessary.
Adventurous Journey Inclusions and Exclusions
AusJourney provides:
- Instructor for a fully supervised Adventurous Journey;
- Campsites and all relevant licences and permits for areas used;
- Duty of Care, including First Aid and emergency support;
- $10,000,000 Public Liability Insurance;
- Communication equipment;
- Maps and compasses for the hike; and
- Facebook page to ‘meet’ and 'collaborate' with other participants pre journey.
You provide:
- Transport to and from the Adventurous Journey location;
- Food for the entire duration of the journey;
- Clothing and camping equipment, as per our Clothing and Equipment List;
- Any prescribed personal medication; and
- Journal, pen and camera (if you wish to take photos/videos)
Please note, some routes are not accessible by public transport, therefore, you will be required to make your own way to and from the journey.
New South Wales (NSW)
(Public transport accessible unless otherwise specified)
- Royal National Park
- Heathcote National Park
- Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park
- Berowra National National Park
- Brisbane Waters National Park (not accessible by public transport)
- Blue Mountains National Park
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
- Namadgi National Park (not accessible by public transport)
- Murrumbidgee Discovery Trail (not accessible by public transport)
- Canberra Centenary Trail
CLOTHING AND EQUIPMENT
Please download our Clothing and Equipment Checklist to assist you with your preparation.
WHAT TO WEAR
We recommend that you have two sets of clothing; one to wear while walking and one to wear at night. Polypropylene, wool/merino and any outdoor 'quick dry' clothing are the best options and are preferred over cotton and non-breathable synthetics.
With footwear, trainers/running shoes are fine, however hiking boots with ankle support are best. Please ensure you wear your shoes in before the hike as they can cause hot spots or blisters.
Do you need to purchase gear? AusJourney in partnership with OnePlanet have created a simple and easy online ordering system where you can select all your clothing and equipment needs and have them delivered to you. All clothing and equipment are discounted 15-30% on RRP. Please see the website here and type in AusJourney for your discount. For more information, please see our blog.
FOOD SUGGESTIONS
Please download our Food Guidelines to assist with your menu planning and food preparation.
PACKING YOUR BACKPACK
Are AusJourney's Adventurous Journeys Practice or Qualifying?
Do i need my Award Leaders permission before i enrol on an Adventurous Journey?
how do i get my adventurous journey signed off once i finish my hike?
I am unsure what clothing and equipment i need to bring
Do you need to purchase gear? AusJourney, in partnership with OnePlanet, have created a simple and easy online ordering system where you can select all your clothing and equipment needs and have them delivered to you. All clothing and equipment are discounted on RRP. Please see the website here.
Does the group walk together?
Where can i go if i need help writing my report?
Please see The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award’s ORB User Guide here .
can you help me upload my Online Record Book (ORB)?
Please see The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award’s ORB User Guides here. If you have any questions about the ORB, or if you are having any issues uploading your report, please contact the ORB help desk .