updated 1 January 2023
(replaces all previous versions)
This list is a GUIDE to the items you may need when doing a DofE
expedition. We only recommend items that are suitable for DofE expeditions
and
good value for money. There is no obligation to buy the specific items we
recommend. However, the DofE charity receives a royalty from sales of DofE
Recommended Kit which helps to support our work with young people.
Remember, your DofE Expedition Supervisor will have the final say on the
suitability of the kit required for your expedition.
For more information read our free DofE Kit Guide at DofE.org/shopping/
kitadvice and visit DofE.org/shopping/reckit.
DofE Card
Save at least 10%, or more*, with your DofE Card at our five DofE
Recommended Retailers: GO Outdoors, Blacks, Millets, Ultimate Outdoors
and Tiso.
- Participants and parents – 10% or more
- Leaders and volunteers – 15% or more
Free in-store boot and rucksack fittings available. Your card is in your DofE
Welcome Pack or download your personalised Digital DofE Card from eDofE
or the DofE app. Go to DofE.org/shopping/card for full details.
Item Needed
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1 pair of walking boots (broken in)
CLOTHING
Hi-Tec: Eurotrek Lite WP, Aysgarth WP, Summit WP, Bandera Lite WP,
Bandera II WP, Ravine WP, Raven Mid WP, V-Lite Psych Mid WP, V-Lite Reflex WP
Specific items we recommend
Bridgedale: HIKE range Men’s and Women’s:
Midweight, Lightweight and Ultralight Merino Performance, Midweight and
Lightweight Merino Comfort, Lightweight and Ultralight Coolmax
Performance, Junior Merino Comfort
2 pairs of walking socks
2 pairs of sock liners (optional)
Jacket/coat (waterproof and windproof)
Waterproof overtrousers
2 fleece tops or similar
2-3 t-shirts
(thermal optional)
2 walking trousers (warm, NOT jeans)
1 pair of shorts (if appropriate)
Underwear
Nightwear
Flip flops/sandals
(optional for camp site use)
Warm hat and/or sunhat (as appropriate)
1 pair of gloves (if appropriate)
1 pair of gaiters (optional)
Bridgedale: LINERS Base Layer Coolmax Liner
Craghoppers: Orion and Atlas Waterproof Jackets
Craghoppers: Ascent Overtrousers
Craghoppers: Stromer, Mannix Hooded Jackets and Half Zip Tops
Craghoppers: Atmos T-shirt
Craghoppers: Verve Trousers and Velocity Tights
Craghoppers: Verve Shorts
PERSONAL KIT
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Rucksack Vango: Contour, Sherpa, Summit rucksacks
Specific items we recommend
Lifeventure: Ultralight Dry Bags (2/5/10/15/25/35/55/75L)
and Compression Sacks (5/10/15L)
Rucksack liner (or 2 strong plastic bags)
Sleeping bag
Sleeping mat
Waterproof bag
Sleeping bag liner
(optional)
Whistle
Torch
(handheld/head torch and spare batteries)
Personal first aid kit
Food
(including emergency rations)
Water bottle
Cutlery**
Plate/bowl
Vango: Nitestar, Latitude, Ultralite Pro, Olympus Pro, Zenith, Microlite sleeping bags
Vango: Single Trek, Dreamer mats
Lifeventure: Ultralight Dry Bags
Lifeventure: Cotton sleeping bag liners
Lifesystems: Safety, Echo, Hurricane whistles
Lifesystems: Intensity 280 and Intensity 155 head torches
Lifesystems: Camping, Trek, Blister, Waterproof first aid kits.
Visit DofE.org/shopping/safety for info
Wayfayrer: ready to eat expedition food.
Firepot: dehydrated expedition food
Get advice at DofE.org/shopping/food
Lifeventure: Tritan Flask (1000ml), Tritan Flip-Top Bottle (750ml), Tritan Bottle (650ml)
Lifeventure: Stainless steel, Ellipse, Titanium knife, fork and spoon sets
Lifeventure: Stainless steel camping bowl, camping plate, Titanium plate,
Ellipse plate, bowl, collapsible bowl
* This discretionary discount is not to be used in conjunction with any other offers or discounts. Please visit DofE.org/shopping/card for full
terms and conditions.
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EXpedition Kit List
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Specific items we recommend
Mug
Box of matches
(in waterproof container)
Wash kit/personal hygiene items (some
items could be shared as a group)
Sunblock
Towel
Small quantity of money
(optional)
Notebook and pen/pencil
Watch
Lifeventure: Stainless steel, Titanium, Ellipse mugs
Lifesystems: Stormproof matches
Lifeventure: Wash bag (small), All-purpose soap, Dry wash gel
Lifesystems: Mountain 50 suncream, Mountain Combi Stick SPF50+
Lifeventure: Recycled Soft Fibre Towel (large, x-large, giant)
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GROUP KIT (To carry between the team)
ADDITIONAL OPTIONAL KIT (for you to consider)
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Specific items we recommend
Tent(s)
Camping stove(s)
Camping stove fuel
(in an appropriate and
safe container)
Cooking pans
Scourers
Tin opener
(if required)
Tea towels
Plastic bags
(for rubbish etc.)
Toilet paper and trowel
Maps
(1:25 000/1:50 000)
Compass
Map cases
Camera
(optional)
Tick remover (location dependent - ask your Supervisor)
Survival bag
Vango Trek Tents: Nevis, Scafell, Helvellyn, Nova Nevis
Vango Earth Trek: Apex Compact, Alex Geo, Halo, Omega, Cairngorm
Trangia: 25 and 27 series, Gas burner, Liquid fuel burner
Vango: Folding gas stoves
Trangia: Fuel bottles (0.3/0.5/1L)
Ordnance Survey: Explorer, Landranger maps (standard or weatherproof)
Silva: Classic, Field, Ranger, Expedition 4 compasses
Silva: M30 Carry Dry Map Case
Lifesystems: Heatshield, Survival, Thermal bags, Thermal blankets
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is a Registered Charity No: 1072490, and in Scotland No: SC038254, and a Royal Charter Corporation No:
RC000806. Registered Office: Gulliver House, Madeira Walk, WINDSOR, Berkshire SL4 1EU
**It is against the law to sell a knife to anyone under the age of 18 (unless it has a manual folding blade less than 3 inches long) and to use any knife in a threatening way.
Item Needed
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Specific items we recommend
Head/Neck scarf
Hydration pack
Storm shelter
Stove multidisc
(lid/cutting board)
Pre-packed expedition food
Small pocket tool**
After-sun cream
Sunglasses
Insect repellent
Stopwatch
Waterproofing (pre-expedition)
String
Spare boot laces
Walking poles
Mosquito net
Emergency lightsticks
Water purifying tablets
Vango: 2L Hydration pack
Vango: Storm shelters
Trangia: Multidisc 25 series, Multidisc 27 series
Wayfayrer: ready to eat expedition food.
Firepot: dehydrated expedition food
Lifesystems: Expedition 50 PRO, Expedition Natural 40 insect repellents,
Bite and Sting Relief
Nikwax: Tech Wash Cleaner, TX.Direct Wash-in Reproofer, Footwear Cleaning
Gel, Waterproofing Wax for Leather, Fabric and Leather Proof, Nubuck and
Suede Proof, Tent and Gear Solarproof, Tent and Gear Solarwash
Vango: Pico and Camino walking poles
Lifesystems: MicroNet Single Mosquito Net
Lifesystems: 15h Light Sticks, 8hr Light Sticks
Lifesystems: Chlorine Dioxide tablets
