ACP 31 - General Service Training

Initial Expedition Training

First Class Training Course1Lecture

Initial Expedition Training

As a cadet you will get many opportunities to take part in adventure training.

There is always a danger in these activities, so this section gives you some tips on how to enjoy these activities safely.

Agenda

• Hillwalking

• Campcraft and expeditions

• Exposure

Expedition planning

The first thing to consider, is the amount of people in the group.

This depends on:- • Length of the route• Type of ground• Weather conditions• Age and fitness of people

Route Planning

When choosing where to go, consider:-

• How to get there.• The terrain.• Hills.

Naismith’s rule - 1 hour for every 5 km, plus 30 mins for every 300m of climbing.

Walking Skills

Develop a good walking rhythm and …..

r Never split up, keep the group together.

r Don’t rest too often.

Equipment

Each member should have:-

Rucksack and polythene bag

Compass

Whistle

Emergency rations

First Aid kit

Map

Clothing

Comfortable boots

Waterproof anorak

Trousers, NOT JEANSSeveral thin sweaters

Campcraft and Expeditions

• Camping can damage the environment - be considerate.

• Carefully choose what food to take.

Packing and Carrying

• Only take essential items.

• Articles needed on the journey should

be on top of the rucksack.

Packing and Carrying

• Keep heavy articles near the top, close to the body!

Tents

• Hardwearing and light.

• Site it on flat ground, sheltered from the wind.

• Put the back of the tent into the wind.

Cooking

• Gas stove• Pressure stove• Meths burner• Change gas away from the tent and

candles.• Store gas cylinders outside.• Don’t fall asleep whilst cooking.

Exposure

In our next lecture on this subject, we shall be looking at the effects of Exposure.