A massive Congratulations to Miss Humphries for being awarded a BEM for services to young people, from all at the DofE, very much well deserved for your dedication and passion over the last 40 years Nunnery Wood High School

Utterly gutted at the loss of such an iconic heritage symbol. I was fortunate to visit 'Sycamore Gap' in 2011 and know thousands of #DofEExpedition teams will have taken in its beauty and remarked that it is not 5 miles from Nottingham.... #Robinhoodprinceofthieves .

This weekend I will be combining my passion for volunteering and conservation by taking part in the #BigRiverWatch - just 15 mins surveying my local river will be a massive help to the The Rivers Trust establishing the (ill) health of the nation river's: theriverstrust.org/take-action/th…

⏰ONE week to go - This is Youth nominations close on 17th September. dofe.org/thisisyouth

The categories are below, for leaders and participants

For any DofE Award holders looking to apply to Oxbridge Uni's the deadline will be close. Check out the resources at dofe.org/lifezone, to help you articulate what skills you developed while participating in your DofE Award - Good luck with your applications.

Just wishing all my Licensed Organisations who are returning from their summer break a warm welcome back and I am looking forward to supporting you with your DofE programmes this academic year.

Do one thing this World #DrowningPrevention Day - share our lifesaving advice.

With temperatures rising, more people are visiting the coast and our inland waters. Help keep yourself and others safe by sharing our #WaterSafety advice.

#WorldDrowningPreventionDay #FloatToLive

The online dictionary now recognises ‘Dyslexic Thinking’ If you have dyslexia, can you relate to this definition and meaning? Share in the comments below! ⬇

Respect 🤛 Protect 🛡️ Enjoy 🙌

When heading out on your DofE expedition this season it's important to protect the countryside for others, as well as future generations.

Take a screenshot of this handy guide if you ever need a refresh whilst out and about 🌄

Join our enthusiastic team & help us support organisations to bring life-changing opportunities to more young people. We’re looking for someone to support centres in Birmingham. dofe.current-vacancies.com/Jobs/Advert/31…
#CharityJobs

If you have any groups heading out on expeditions in the Chilterns area, please get them to check this interactive map to view some closures to footpaths due to HS2 works hs2watch.com/Works/Footpath… 👀

It’s finally here! So proud of the young people who made the first ever The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award podcast. Happy listening everyone

Compact camping stoves are an essential piece of expedition kit – but they require special care while operating to ensure DofE groups stay safe.

Want more information? Click here to see all our resources around camping stoves: bit.ly/3OGJzJ5

Creative writing is a great #DofESkill , your DofE programme is flexible to allow you to choose your own activities. If doing creative writing club you could set your goal as writing a short story - to a whole book, as you set your goals challenges too.

For anyone who’s taking on a DofE expedition this summer, check out our DofE Expedition Kit List! You can use the Expedition Kit List to work out what you have, what you need and where to get it. 😊

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Cricket, lovely Cricket... Great sport made ever popular by the #Ashes and makes a great #DofEphysical activity too. Worried the 🏏 season is too short for your DofE section? Use winter cricket or the training you may all year in the nets practicing batting and/or bowling.

Great to see your pupils achieving their DofE and completing their challenging Expeditions. Well done to all and thank you to the supporting staff

They look lovely, it is easy to see, with dishes like this, why cooking is such a popular #DofESkill , #Skillsforlife DofE Central England

For all adventures and #DofE expedition era, just a reminder to be on the look out for Ticks and their affects.

Skill at Arms and Shooting combined is a fantastic Skill for Cadets also doing their #DofE . Practice makes perfect as they say. Well done all taking part, especially as shooting in the rain is not easy! Army Cadets DofE