DES Brochure 2014

DORSETEXPEDITIONARY

SOCIETY

www.dorsetexp.org.uk

[email protected]

Registered Charity No 1071217

Patrons:Mr William ChristopherLord Knight of WeymouthJohn Montagu, The Earl of SandwichMajor General Sir Michael Palmer KCVO

APPROVEDACTIVITY

PROVIDER

The hardest step is decidingthat you’re actually going todo it; everything else will fallinto place.

Patrons:Mr William ChristopherLord Knight of WeymouthJohn Montagu, The Earl of SandwichMajor General Sir Michael Palmer KCVO

APPROVEDACTIVITY

PROVIDER

The hardest step is decidingthat you’re actually going todo it; everything else will fallinto place.

The Dorset Expeditionary Society Ltd is a voluntary organisation and a registered charity founded in 1986 to promote leadership and personal development opportunities for young people through adventure, expeditions and exploration.

The DES is committed to equality of access to, and involvement in outdoor adventure at all levels. We provide grants to our member organisations to support their young people to overcome exclusion from adventurous activities due to nancial or other circumstances.

WHO WE ARE

[email protected] www.dorsetexp.org.uk

The DES sees the personal qualities of service, self

sufciency, self-condence, entrepreneurship, loyalty

and teamwork as essential elements of good citizenship.

We are dedicated to developing leadership through

safe, responsible yet challenging expeditions.

We hold a Gold Duke of Edinburgh's Award licence for

Residential and Expeditions.

We offer generous grants to young leaders who are

members to gain national qualications.

We provide outstanding Gap Year and other leadership

opportunities for young people both in the UK and

overseas.

Lord Hunt of Llanfair Waterdine.Leader, 1953 Everest Expedition

Every young person in the United Kingdom should have theopportunity to take part in adventurous outdoor activities.

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The Dorset Expeditionary Society Ltd is a voluntary organisation and a registered charity founded in 1986 to promote leadership and personal development opportunities for young people through adventure, expeditions and exploration.

The DES is committed to equality of access to, and involvement in outdoor adventure at all levels. We provide grants to our member organisations to support their young people to overcome exclusion from adventurous activities due to nancial or other circumstances.

WHO WE ARE


The DES sees the personal qualities of service, self

sufciency, self-condence, entrepreneurship, loyalty

and teamwork as essential elements of good citizenship.

We are dedicated to developing leadership through

safe, responsible yet challenging expeditions.

We hold a Gold Duke of Edinburgh's Award licence for

Residential and Expeditions.

We offer generous grants to young leaders who are

members to gain national qualications.

We provide outstanding Gap Year and other leadership

opportunities for young people both in the UK and

overseas.

Lord Hunt of Llanfair Waterdine.Leader, 1953 Everest Expedition


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The Society's outstanding reputation in this eld has been built up over many years across four continents and over eighty major expeditions.

These ventures represent a unique challenge and provide testing situations for all participants. Expeditions last between two and ve weeks and take place in remote locations across the globe, including the UK

Applicants, from all parts of the UK, are initially invited to attend a selection course but this is only the starting point. To become part of a cohesive team every successful candidate participates in planning, preparation and training for the expedition. Every member of the team takes on some leadership responsibility. To develop leadership, young people must be given the opportunity to lead.

Leaders motivate others to handle challenging times. Leaders drive change. They take risks to arrive at solutions, seeing opportunities rather than problems. DES expeditions place young people from all backgrounds in situations where they can develop the skills needed to become inspirational leaders.

EXPEDITIONS

We are an approved activity provider for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and hold both Gold Expedition and Residential licences.

We have gained national recognition for our expeditions for the quality and range of activities on offer. The awards made to the Society and its leaders include;

• The Captain Scott Award • The Karrimor Award • The Sir Vivien Fuchs Award • The Winston Churchill Travelling Fellowship

Past expedition patrons have included:

Sir Chris Bonington CVO, CBE, DLAdmiral Sir John Hamilton GBE CBLord Hunt of Llanfair Waterdine KG CBE DSO Major General Sir Michael Palmer KCVOChristopher Pope TD DL Hon LLDLt. General Sir Richard Vickers KCB LVO

The Society is a member of the Young Explorers’ Trust and the Institute for Outdoor Learning.

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The Society's outstanding reputation in this eld has been built up over many years across four continents and over eighty major expeditions.

These ventures represent a unique challenge and provide testing situations for all participants. Expeditions last between two and ve weeks and take place in remote locations across the globe, including the UK

Applicants, from all parts of the UK, are initially invited to attend a selection course but this is only the starting point. To become part of a cohesive team every successful candidate participates in planning, preparation and training for the expedition. Every member of the team takes on some leadership responsibility. To develop leadership, young people must be given the opportunity to lead.

Leaders motivate others to handle challenging times. Leaders drive change. They take risks to arrive at solutions, seeing opportunities rather than problems. DES expeditions place young people from all backgrounds in situations where they can develop the skills needed to become inspirational leaders.

EXPEDITIONS

We are an approved activity provider for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award and hold both Gold Expedition and Residential licences.

We have gained national recognition for our expeditions for the quality and range of activities on offer. The awards made to the Society and its leaders include;

• The Captain Scott Award • The Karrimor Award • The Sir Vivien Fuchs Award • The Winston Churchill Travelling Fellowship

Past expedition patrons have included:

Sir Chris Bonington CVO, CBE, DLAdmiral Sir John Hamilton GBE CBLord Hunt of Llanfair Waterdine KG CBE DSO Major General Sir Michael Palmer KCVOChristopher Pope TD DL Hon LLDLt. General Sir Richard Vickers KCB LVO

The Society is a member of the Young Explorers’ Trust and the Institute for Outdoor Learning.

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• The DES is a not for prot registered charity. Our experienced expedition leaders are all volunteers and members of the DES who make their own contribution towards expedition costs.

• Expedition fees are wholly inclusive; there are no hidden extras. Fees pay for training, insurance, ights, airport taxes, overland transport, accommodation, food, medical supplies, permits, guides, specialist equipment, (except where stated), administration and DES membership and an invitation to the DES annual Ball.

• Expedition teams are selected. No-one 'buys' their way onto a DES venture.

• Expedition team members have to take on some leadership responsibility.

WHY CHOOSE A EXPEDITION?DES

• Expedition teams know their leaders from selection through to training and beyond.

• We empower young people to lead. To this end we offer grants to our members who wish to gain national qualications.

• DES expedition participants are entitled to all the benets of membership of the Society for one year.

• The leadership experiences you gain will enhance your CV, giving you the edge over your competitors.

Check out the website for the latest expeditions.

Ensure that you stand out from the crowd UCAS

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• The DES is a not for prot registered charity. Our experienced expedition leaders are all volunteers and members of the DES who make their own contribution towards expedition costs.

• Expedition fees are wholly inclusive; there are no hidden extras. Fees pay for training, insurance, ights, airport taxes, overland transport, accommodation, food, medical supplies, permits, guides, specialist equipment, (except where stated), administration and DES membership and an invitation to the DES annual Ball.

• Expedition teams are selected. No-one 'buys' their way onto a DES venture.

• Expedition team members have to take on some leadership responsibility.

WHY CHOOSE A EXPEDITION?DES

• Expedition teams know their leaders from selection through to training and beyond.

• We empower young people to lead. To this end we offer grants to our members who wish to gain national qualications.

• DES expedition participants are entitled to all the benets of membership of the Society for one year.

• The leadership experiences you gain will enhance your CV, giving you the edge over your competitors.

Check out the website for the latest expeditions.

Ensure that you stand out from the crowd UCAS

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Good leadership is essential in all walks of life, and is one of the core aims of the DES. The DES supports young people to learn to lead in a variety of ways.

We offer

Financial support to those who wish to gain nationally recognized qualications.

Weekend training courses run by DES leaders.

Opportunities to go on expedition as an assistant leader to an experienced leader(s).

Advice on every aspect of planning a 'peer-led' expedition.

Technical and administrative assistance in nalising expedition itineraries and advice and help in recruitment and selection of candidates.

The services of an experienced mentor(s) who may accompany the young leader in an advisory role.

DEVELOPING LEADERS

From our training workshops and leadership gained in the eld, many young DES members have gone on to lead their own ventures. Some are now established DES leaders. Others are highly successful leaders in their own eld of expertise. All continue to support the DES through their annual membership.


Training courses we offer:

Winter skills in the Scottish mountainsPreparation for Summer mountain leaderMountain biking

Previous peer group expeditions include:

I went on training courses and Young Leader seminars and several DES expeditions before leading my own six week cycling expedition through France, Spain and Morocco. The DES gave me incredible support. The DES has also given me grants to gain national qualifications.

Mountaineering in the Mt. Blanc Massif

Cycling in Norway

Trekking and climbing in Pakistan

Mountain biking in Scotland

Trekking in Slovenia

Trekking the Tour du Mt. Blanc

Cycling through France and Spain

Trekking the GR20 in Corsica

Via ferrata in the Dolomites

Mountain biking in Iceland

Trekking in Indonesia

Mountaineering in Kyrgyzstan

Trekking and climbing in Morocco

Cycling in Morocco

James Monypenny, Expedition Leader

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Good leadership is essential in all walks of life, and is one of the core aims of the DES. The DES supports young people to learn to lead in a variety of ways.

We offer

Financial support to those who wish to gain nationally recognized qualications.

Weekend training courses run by DES leaders.

Opportunities to go on expedition as an assistant leader to an experienced leader(s).

Advice on every aspect of planning a 'peer-led' expedition.

Technical and administrative assistance in nalising expedition itineraries and advice and help in recruitment and selection of candidates.

The services of an experienced mentor(s) who may accompany the young leader in an advisory role.

DEVELOPING LEADERS

From our training workshops and leadership gained in the eld, many young DES members have gone on to lead their own ventures. Some are now established DES leaders. Others are highly successful leaders in their own eld of expertise. All continue to support the DES through their annual membership.


Training courses we offer:

Winter skills in the Scottish mountainsPreparation for Summer mountain leaderMountain biking

Previous peer group expeditions include:

I went on training courses and Young Leader seminars and several DES expeditions before leading my own six week cycling expedition through France, Spain and Morocco. The DES gave me incredible support. The DES has also given me grants to gain national qualifications.

Mountaineering in the Mt. Blanc Massif

Cycling in Norway

Trekking and climbing in Pakistan

Mountain biking in Scotland

Trekking in Slovenia

Trekking the Tour du Mt. Blanc

Cycling through France and Spain

Trekking the GR20 in Corsica

Via ferrata in the Dolomites

Mountain biking in Iceland

Trekking in Indonesia

Mountaineering in Kyrgyzstan

Trekking and climbing in Morocco

Cycling in Morocco

James Monypenny, Expedition Leader

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Africa

Asia

Europe

Nepal (3)

Morocco

Kenya

India

Norway

Spain

Sweden

Slovenia

Ladakh (15)

Kyrgyzstan

Pakistan

China

Thailand

Indonesia

SouthAmerica

Africa

UK

Morocco (4)

Ecuador (15)

France

Peru

Bolivia

Iceland

Italy

Spain (2)

Chile

Canada

USA

Alaska (5)

Colorado (3)

Washington (2) Montana

British Columbia (4)

Norway

(10)

• DESPrevious Expeditions

Africa

Asia

Europe

Nepal (3)

Morocco

Kenya

India

Norway

Spain

Sweden

Slovenia

Ladakh (15)

Kyrgyzstan

Pakistan

China

Thailand

Indonesia

SouthAmerica

Africa

UK

Morocco (4)

Ecuador (15)

France

Peru

Bolivia

Iceland

Italy

Spain (2)

Chile

Canada

USA

Alaska (5)

Colorado (3)

Washington (2) Montana

British Columbia (4)

Norway

(10)

• DESPrevious Expeditions

The DES has an impeccable safety record. Expeditions often take place in extremely remote areas where teams, even in the UK, have to operate as self contained, independent units. Our leaders have experience and knowledge of the areas in which their expedition teams operate. Leaders know the health and safety issues attached to a particular expedition and communicate those honestly, to all interested parties. Good communication is essential to ensure that the aims and objectives and risks of an expedition are clearly understood by everyone.

Selecting the right team is important. DES leaders have the wisdom to determine which of the applicants have the qualities needed to bring a group of disparate individuals together to make a successful team.

SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE EXPEDITIONS

The most memorable experiences that shape future lives are borne out of challenges. Our expeditions test resilience, emotions and the ability to perform at a high level, often in very difcult situations. To come out the other end and to go on to lead rich and rewarding lives requires measured risk-taking. Our leaders are meticulous in planning expeditions that challenge young people to stretch out to grasp the key that will open the door to future opportunities and with it, a successful life.


Once selected, every expedition member must take ownership and some aspect of leadership of the venture. Everyone is involved in the planning of the expedition, especially risk assessment and management. Training weekends are organised that prepare the young people before the trip and forge a team spirit before leaving the UK.

The DES constantly reviews expedition health and safety procedures. Expedition plans are assessed by an experienced expedition screening panel to ensure that they conform to British Standards (BS8848).

Our expedition leaders also contribute to health and safety policies in schools and colleges and to the Young Explorers’ Trust Forum.

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The DES has an impeccable safety record. Expeditions often take place in extremely remote areas where teams, even in the UK, have to operate as self contained, independent units. Our leaders have experience and knowledge of the areas in which their expedition teams operate. Leaders know the health and safety issues attached to a particular expedition and communicate those honestly, to all interested parties. Good communication is essential to ensure that the aims and objectives and risks of an expedition are clearly understood by everyone.

Selecting the right team is important. DES leaders have the wisdom to determine which of the applicants have the qualities needed to bring a group of disparate individuals together to make a successful team.

SAFE AND RESPONSIBLE EXPEDITIONS

The most memorable experiences that shape future lives are borne out of challenges. Our expeditions test resilience, emotions and the ability to perform at a high level, often in very difcult situations. To come out the other end and to go on to lead rich and rewarding lives requires measured risk-taking. Our leaders are meticulous in planning expeditions that challenge young people to stretch out to grasp the key that will open the door to future opportunities and with it, a successful life.


Once selected, every expedition member must take ownership and some aspect of leadership of the venture. Everyone is involved in the planning of the expedition, especially risk assessment and management. Training weekends are organised that prepare the young people before the trip and forge a team spirit before leaving the UK.

The DES constantly reviews expedition health and safety procedures. Expedition plans are assessed by an experienced expedition screening panel to ensure that they conform to British Standards (BS8848).

Our expedition leaders also contribute to health and safety policies in schools and colleges and to the Young Explorers’ Trust Forum.

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Our focus is to support the development of young people. Alongside our expeditions, we promote adventure and exploration opportunities in the UK. We rmly believe in equality of access to and involvement in outdoor adventure at all levels. We recognise that many young people who would benet most from outdoor experiences are often the least able to ask for them, or indeed recognise their worth. Many of these children have been let down by adults to the point that they lack trust in anyone, including themselves. These young people have probably the most to gain in self-condence. Adventure promotes the development of social and inter-personal skills, qualitites needed to be stronger, more active citizens.

For many years we have supported member schools and other organisations to help 'raise the bar' for those students for whom inclusion in outdoor programmes makes a signicant difference to

their life opportunities.

SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES IN THE UK


Annual grants to member schools, colleges and clubs to support their inclusion programmes. Grants range from £500 to £1000. Including training, the DES has made grants totalling some £70K over the years.

Advice to schools to establish their own adventure programmes.

Our young leaders help to staff UK expeditions.

To work in partnership with other providers to create more opportunities for all young people regardless of their circumstances.

We work in partnership with two Weymouth based youth charities, the Will Mackaness Trust and the Claire Clements Trust. Both organisations provide grants to young people. Details are on the DES website.

We offer:


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Our focus is to support the development of young people. Alongside our expeditions, we promote adventure and exploration opportunities in the UK. We rmly believe in equality of access to and involvement in outdoor adventure at all levels. We recognise that many young people who would benet most from outdoor experiences are often the least able to ask for them, or indeed recognise their worth. Many of these children have been let down by adults to the point that they lack trust in anyone, including themselves. These young people have probably the most to gain in self-condence. Adventure promotes the development of social and inter-personal skills, qualitites needed to be stronger, more active citizens.

For many years we have supported member schools and other organisations to help 'raise the bar' for those students for whom inclusion in outdoor programmes makes a signicant difference to

their life opportunities.

SUPPORTING COMMUNITIES IN THE UK


Annual grants to member schools, colleges and clubs to support their inclusion programmes. Grants range from £500 to £1000. Including training, the DES has made grants totalling some £70K over the years.

Advice to schools to establish their own adventure programmes.

Our young leaders help to staff UK expeditions.

To work in partnership with other providers to create more opportunities for all young people regardless of their circumstances.

We work in partnership with two Weymouth based youth charities, the Will Mackaness Trust and the Claire Clements Trust. Both organisations provide grants to young people. Details are on the DES website.

We offer:


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Dorset / Murugi Community Projects: Every year DES teams* and adult volunteer groups work on various community projects in Murugi location. Their work has a profound impact on the health and well being of the local people.

Baragu Hospital: DES teams have helped to build and equip this major health facility. The project is extended year on year with assistance from schools and individual donations.

School Classrooms: DES expedition teams build new and renovate old classrooms. In 2001 we helped to build the rst day secondary school in Meru South when it was difcult for poor students to continue beyond primary school. Several sea containers with books, furniture, equipment and computers have been shipped.

COMMUNITY PROJECTS OVERSEAS: KENYA


Duke of Edinburgh's Award

Martyn was awarded an MBE in the 2011 New Year's Honours List in recognition of his service to the D of E. Community projects should qualify for Gold Award: Residential section.

For further information on Projects, Sponsorships, Fundraising Events or Volunteering please contact Martyn or Josie Hastings, or visit the DES website.

[email protected] 01305 813012

* Before leaving the UK all expedition members are required to raise a minimum contribution to the Projects Fund.

New Houses: Old houses are repaired and new ones built for very needy families.

Linked 17 schools in Chesil Education Partnership with schools in Chogoria/Murugi Education Zone through British Council programmes. Exchange visits for teachers are organised between schools each year.

Over 130 orphans and needy children sponsored by UK families to help pay for school fees. Some special cases are supported with medication and other treatments.

Started the Donna Kelly Special Needs class at Kiriani Primary in 2010 with funding from staff and students at Budmouth College, Weymouth. The latest development is a Vocational Skills training unit for older students in partnership with the local community.

It's a fantastic feeling to know that I have helped a desperately needy family. I learnt a lot of new skills; laying stone and concreting. I also became a ‘window fitter' at the Donna Kelly Special Needs Classroom Project so, if all else fails, I have a backup career plan.

Amelia Segar: Kenya 2013 Expedition

Coaching sports and teaching in Kenya is the most rewarding experience I have had. Being in a third world community and watching children progress is something I will never forget!

Jake Hetherington: Gap year student

Working alongside our Kenyan friends in project teams to provide facilities in healthcare, education and housing is a brilliant and rewarding experience for our expedition teams, and gap year students.

Martyn Hastings, MBE: project and DES leader

In addition Martyn and his team have:

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Dorset / Murugi Community Projects: Every year DES teams* and adult volunteer groups work on various community projects in Murugi location. Their work has a profound impact on the health and well being of the local people.

Baragu Hospital: DES teams have helped to build and equip this major health facility. The project is extended year on year with assistance from schools and individual donations.

School Classrooms: DES expedition teams build new and renovate old classrooms. In 2001 we helped to build the rst day secondary school in Meru South when it was difcult for poor students to continue beyond primary school. Several sea containers with books, furniture, equipment and computers have been shipped.

COMMUNITY PROJECTS OVERSEAS: KENYA


Duke of Edinburgh's Award

Martyn was awarded an MBE in the 2011 New Year's Honours List in recognition of his service to the D of E. Community projects should qualify for Gold Award: Residential section.

For further information on Projects, Sponsorships, Fundraising Events or Volunteering please contact Martyn or Josie Hastings, or visit the DES website.

[email protected] 01305 813012

* Before leaving the UK all expedition members are required to raise a minimum contribution to the Projects Fund.

New Houses: Old houses are repaired and new ones built for very needy families.

Linked 17 schools in Chesil Education Partnership with schools in Chogoria/Murugi Education Zone through British Council programmes. Exchange visits for teachers are organised between schools each year.

Over 130 orphans and needy children sponsored by UK families to help pay for school fees. Some special cases are supported with medication and other treatments.

Started the Donna Kelly Special Needs class at Kiriani Primary in 2010 with funding from staff and students at Budmouth College, Weymouth. The latest development is a Vocational Skills training unit for older students in partnership with the local community.

It's a fantastic feeling to know that I have helped a desperately needy family. I learnt a lot of new skills; laying stone and concreting. I also became a ‘window fitter' at the Donna Kelly Special Needs Classroom Project so, if all else fails, I have a backup career plan.

Amelia Segar: Kenya 2013 Expedition

Coaching sports and teaching in Kenya is the most rewarding experience I have had. Being in a third world community and watching children progress is something I will never forget!

Jake Hetherington: Gap year student

Working alongside our Kenyan friends in project teams to provide facilities in healthcare, education and housing is a brilliant and rewarding experience for our expedition teams, and gap year students.

Martyn Hastings, MBE: project and DES leader

In addition Martyn and his team have:

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The Okhle Village Trust, a registered charity, was set up in 2003 by DES leader, Richard Backwell MBE. The work of the Trust is coordinated by Bimal Gurung a local Nepali trek guide. The Trust runs a variety of projects in a cluster of villages in the Mahabharat hills of Northern Nepal. Its aim is to distribute funds, expertise and manpower to improve the well being of the remote communities with which it has close ties. All efforts to support these communities are sustainable and ethical. Gap year students are welcome and are assured a meaningful experience.

COMMUNITY PROJECTS OVERSEAS: NEPAL

I learnt so much in the 3 months I spent in Nepal. I had a magnificent time doing fieldwork. I would definitely recommend what I did to anyone, for a gap year or expedition.

Stuart Lansdale - Gap year student


Projects to date have focussed on water supplies, access roads, education and social development.

Recently completed projects have included:

• Gahateri water Project• Ashari Water Project • Building of the Kot Guan Community Centre Future projects include:

• Build 12 toilets in Okhle (8 completed in 2013)• Build second water tank at Raipali• Water harvesting off the roof of the Community Centre at Kot Guan• Build a water tank at Madkina• Build a tank at Ghaleguan with a water supply to the Community Centre• Construct a rectangular tank at Raile together with 1500 metres of water pipe and 5 stand taps

For full details of past and proposed projects, sponsors, funding and how you can help please go to www.okhle.org.uk or www.dorsetexp.org.uk

It was an unbelievable experience for me. I was able to mix with the local Nepalese people of all ages. They are simply the best thing about Nepal. They are so community spirited, and so happy and contented in their lives.

Gap year student Leo Dennis

The Wey Valley School, Weymouth, linked to Biyapani School, raises funds to support school and village projects. The DES Wey Valley School Expedition regularly spends a part of the venture working in the community.

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The Okhle Village Trust, a registered charity, was set up in 2003 by DES leader, Richard Backwell MBE. The work of the Trust is coordinated by Bimal Gurung a local Nepali trek guide. The Trust runs a variety of projects in a cluster of villages in the Mahabharat hills of Northern Nepal. Its aim is to distribute funds, expertise and manpower to improve the well being of the remote communities with which it has close ties. All efforts to support these communities are sustainable and ethical. Gap year students are welcome and are assured a meaningful experience.

COMMUNITY PROJECTS OVERSEAS: NEPAL

I learnt so much in the 3 months I spent in Nepal. I had a magnificent time doing fieldwork. I would definitely recommend what I did to anyone, for a gap year or expedition.

Stuart Lansdale - Gap year student


Projects to date have focussed on water supplies, access roads, education and social development.

Recently completed projects have included:

• Gahateri water Project• Ashari Water Project • Building of the Kot Guan Community Centre Future projects include:

• Build 12 toilets in Okhle (8 completed in 2013)• Build second water tank at Raipali• Water harvesting off the roof of the Community Centre at Kot Guan• Build a water tank at Madkina• Build a tank at Ghaleguan with a water supply to the Community Centre• Construct a rectangular tank at Raile together with 1500 metres of water pipe and 5 stand taps

For full details of past and proposed projects, sponsors, funding and how you can help please go to www.okhle.org.uk or www.dorsetexp.org.uk

It was an unbelievable experience for me. I was able to mix with the local Nepalese people of all ages. They are simply the best thing about Nepal. They are so community spirited, and so happy and contented in their lives.

Gap year student Leo Dennis

The Wey Valley School, Weymouth, linked to Biyapani School, raises funds to support school and village projects. The DES Wey Valley School Expedition regularly spends a part of the venture working in the community.

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The Society has a range of annual membership packages. To help fund our community and leadership projects, and manage the administration of a registered charity, we welcome new members and sponsors to join us.

You can join by simply completing the online forms on the website: www.dorsetexp.org.uk or by emailing [email protected]

Your contribution will make a difference

MEMBERSHIP


The Society is supported by a distinguished group of patrons and managed by a board of trustees.

A forum made up of expedition leaders and aspiring young members meet to discuss developments in the expedition “world”. The forum advise and make recommendations to the trustees.

Administration expenses are kept to minimum. All expeditions are self-funding and leaders contribute to their own costs. We aim to keep the equivalent of six months expenditure in our unrestricted reserves.

Our accounts and reserves are overseen by a treasurer and audited annually. We report our nancial position to Companies House and the Charity Commission every year.

GOVERNANCE

Benets of Becoming a Member

Once you join you will enjoy certain benets including:-

• Discounts at a number of outdoor specialist shops

• Access to grants to gain national qualications

• Regular outdoor events to develop leadership

• Social events such as the DES Ball

• Quality insurance for expeditions, Gap Year and your own personal 'adventures'.

• Access to a wealth of information and expertise relating to outdoor learning.

Those who take part in our expeditions automatically become members for a year.

Our partnership with member schools, colleges and businesses has grown over many years. We have a shared vision: to challenge young people to be enterprising and to take measured risks to create opportunities for themselves no matter what their circumstances.

Once a member of the DES you join a unique organisation. A growing number of members who took part in an expedition many years ago are now vice-patrons of the Society. Some have become trustees.

Students: £5 p.a. Individual: £20 p.a. Family: £40 p.a. Friends: £40 p.a.

Corporate: £50 p.a. Vice-Patrons: £100 p.a.

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The Society has a range of annual membership packages. To help fund our community and leadership projects, and manage the administration of a registered charity, we welcome new members and sponsors to join us.

You can join by simply completing the online forms on the website: www.dorsetexp.org.uk or by emailing [email protected]

Your contribution will make a difference

MEMBERSHIP


The Society is supported by a distinguished group of patrons and managed by a board of trustees.

A forum made up of expedition leaders and aspiring young members meet to discuss developments in the expedition “world”. The forum advise and make recommendations to the trustees.

Administration expenses are kept to minimum. All expeditions are self-funding and leaders contribute to their own costs. We aim to keep the equivalent of six months expenditure in our unrestricted reserves.

Our accounts and reserves are overseen by a treasurer and audited annually. We report our nancial position to Companies House and the Charity Commission every year.

GOVERNANCE

Benets of Becoming a Member

Once you join you will enjoy certain benets including:-

• Discounts at a number of outdoor specialist shops

• Access to grants to gain national qualications

• Regular outdoor events to develop leadership

• Social events such as the DES Ball

• Quality insurance for expeditions, Gap Year and your own personal 'adventures'.

• Access to a wealth of information and expertise relating to outdoor learning.

Those who take part in our expeditions automatically become members for a year.

Our partnership with member schools, colleges and businesses has grown over many years. We have a shared vision: to challenge young people to be enterprising and to take measured risks to create opportunities for themselves no matter what their circumstances.

Once a member of the DES you join a unique organisation. A growing number of members who took part in an expedition many years ago are now vice-patrons of the Society. Some have become trustees.

Students: £5 p.a. Individual: £20 p.a. Family: £40 p.a. Friends: £40 p.a.

Corporate: £50 p.a. Vice-Patrons: £100 p.a.

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Dorset Expeditionary Society Limited1-3 Lupins Business Centre, Weymouth, Dorset DT4 7SP Tel: 07766 718246

Registered Charity No 1071217 Company Number: 03598471

Young people at the brink of adult life and what they experience, understandand do empowers them as stronger, more active citizens than would be thecase without these ventures.

Patron: Major General Sir Michael Palmer KCVO

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