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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.