The unique physical and mental challenge of a DofE expedition, especially at gold level, can expose participants to some unaccustomed risk. We minimise this risk to an acceptable level by taking steps to ensure:

• Groups are operating within the limits of their ability
• Safety briefings are comprehensive and fully understood
• Groups are adequately equipped to deal with forecast weather conditions
• Route selection and foul weather alternatives are carefully planned
• Supervisors and Instructors are appropriately qualified and experienced for the terrain in which they are operating
• Risk assessments are in place

Our leaders are experts in monitoring and assessing the abilities of groups and individuals. They give the appropriate amount of direct and distance supervision; thereby they effectively maintain safety whilst preserving the independent nature of the experience for all participants.

Wildcountry Consultants are licensed by the Adventurous Activities Licensing Association (part of the HSE) to provide hill walking and mountaineering services to youth groups.

Details can be confirmed by calling AALA on 029 2075 5715 or by visiting www.aals.org.uk

Wildcountry Consultants hold £5m public liability insurance for worldwide hill walking and mountaineering expeditions through Activities Industry Mutual. Details of which can be confirmed by calling AIM on 01892 888423

All of our leaders are personally known and vetted by us, hold CRB checks to an enhanced level, current first aid certificates to level 2 and the necessary qualifications from the MLTUK to supervise groups in wild country.