Welcome to the Recommended
DofE Expedition kit list
The Expedition Kit List is an illustration of the type of items you may need when undertaking a DofE expedition. This list is to be used as a GUIDE only and there is no obligation to buy the specific items we recommend. Quantities of some items depends on the expedition level and duration.
Kit list discount - 15% off for participants and 20% off for active DofE adults
Using the DofE Reward Card, all DofE participants and active DofE adults (including DofE Leaders, Co-ordinators, Assessors, Award Verifiers, DofE Managers and non-AAP Expedition Supervisors/Support staff) can get a great discount (adults = 20%, participants = 15%) off expedition clothing and equipment (online and in stores) at Cotswold Outdoor, the Recommended Retailer of expedition kit to the DofE.
Find out more about this discount and the DofE Reward Card.
All of our Recommended Kit has been tested by DofE expedition teams. The DofE Charity receives a royalty from all sales of Recommended Kit items, which helps to support our work with young people..
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