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SUMMARY:10 DAY DEVELOPMENT VOYAGE
DESCRIPTION:This journey is run by the Spirit of Adventure Trust On Spirit\, you’ll improve your communication and leadership skills and learn the importance of self-awareness and being a part of a team. As you face the various challenges your confidence will increase as you increasingly move outside of your comfort zone.You’ll meet 39 other young kiwis from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. Over 10 days you will come to depend on each other\, learn tolerance and acceptance and create close and lasting bonds. Once you leave the ship you are connected to the Spirit community for life! You’ll have the opportunity to return as a crew member and share your experiences with others.*This journey is only available to those aged 16-19Some funding is available for this journey from the Spirit\, to find out more please visit: https://www.spiritofadventure.org.nz/funding/scholarship-application \n\n\n\n\nMore Information (Spirit of Adventure): https://www.spiritofadventure.org.nz/voyages/10-day-development\n\n\n\nBooking Link: https://www.spiritofadventure.org.nz/voyages/10-day-development\n\n\n\nAuckland Challenge has only listed journeys departing or arriving from Auckland\, or nearby cities. More dates are available on the Spirit of Adventure’s website for around the country
URL:https://aucklandchallenge.org.nz/event/10-day-development-voyage-4/
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SUMMARY:Silver Tramp Training and Practice (P) | Kaimai Ranges | 29th-31st May 2026 (9250)
DESCRIPTION:This journey is run by Bigfoot AdventuresWelcome to the first step towards completing your Adventurous Journey section of your Duke of Edinburgh Silver Award! \n\n\n\nThe key focus of this training and practice journey is to provide you with an opportunity to build on the many skills that were introduced to you during the Bronze Adventurous Journey Section OR for direct entrants to learn and develop these foundational skills ahead of your qualifier. \n\n\n\nFor this 3 day/2 night journey\, participants will be exploring the history of the Kaimai Ranges & Karangahake Gorge with it’s old logging trails\, mining tunnels and beautifully diverse flora/fauna. \n\n\n\nTo be eligible for the Silver Training & Practice Journey\, all participants are to have successfully completed the Bronze prerequisites unless a direct entrant . This journey is the prerequisite for the  Silver Qualifying Journey. \n\n\n\nStart and Finish Times\n\n\n\nDrop off: Friday 29th May\, 7.00am at Greenlane Mcdonalds CarparkPick up: Sunday 31st May\, 4.00pm from Greenlane Mcdonalds Carpark \n\n\n\nBooking Link: https://enrolmy.com/bigfoot-adventures-ltd/activity/318-Silver_Tramp_Training_and_Practice_P_Kaimai_Ranges_29th_31st_May_2026_9250
URL:https://aucklandchallenge.org.nz/event/silver-tramp-training-and-practice-p-kaimai-ranges-29th-31st-may-2026-9250/
CATEGORIES:Bigfoot Adventures,Journey,Partner
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bigfoot Adventures":MAILTO:doe@bigfootadventures.co.nz
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SUMMARY:Silver - Qualifying [Tramping]
DESCRIPTION:This journey is run by AdventureWorksThis Silver Qualifying Journey is a three-day expedition that lets you apply the skills and knowledge you developed during your Training and Practice. Throughout the journey\, your group will walk\, plan your route\, make navigation decisions\, and manage camp life together\, developing confidence\, teamwork\, and problem-solving skills in real expedition conditions. \n\n\n\nYour instructor will provide guidance and ensure safety\, but the focus is on giving your group the independence to make decisions\, overcome challenges\, and work collaboratively. This journey is a rewarding way to experience the outdoors\, test your skills\, and grow in resilience and self-reliance! By the end\, you’ll have completed a memorable\, self-driven expedition and gained confidence for future adventures. \n\n\n\nThis is a 3 day and 2 night tramping and camping event with 7 hours of activity per day. You will need to carry all your own clothing\, food\, gear\, tent\, etc. \n\n\n\nYou must plan and bring your own food. We will send a menu ideas document to help you plan. \n\n\n\nFree transport is provided from our base in Avondale. \n\n\n\nImportant: You must have completed a Silver Training & Practice Journey before undertaking this journey. \n\n\n\nBooking Link: https://doeadventureworks.rezdy.com/743265/silver-qualifying-tramping
URL:https://aucklandchallenge.org.nz/event/silver-qualifying-tramping-2/
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