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Starter for 10 Weekend

12/13 September 2009

This weekend is aimed at Scouts and Explorer Scouts who will be in school years 9, 10, 11 and 12 in September and are interested in finding out about Ten Tors 2010 and to get a basic introduction.

Ten Tors is a challenge for teams of 6 to complete distances of 35, 45 and 55 miles in 2 days.

We hope to have teams in the first 2 distances in what will be the 50^th anniversary event next May.

In order to complete such an event requires commitment (between 8 & 10 walks) to train in walking, navigation,

safety and team work. In return the levels of pride, self confidence, achievement, personal development

Based at Shaugh Bridge near Bickleigh we aim to cover the following introductory topics:

equipment and clothing, rucksack packing, navigation, emergency procedures and hazard avoidance, hike tents,

cooking skills, the training schedule. We also hope to have members of Dartmoor Rescue popping along.

Those who have participated before are also invited to attend to share their knowledge and experiences.

From the numbers who attend this weekend we will be able to determine how many entries we apply to have for the main event.

The cost of the weekend is only £20 including food, (2 lunches, breakfast and an evening meal).

To book a place on the Starter for 10 weekend, whether as a participant or adult helper:

with your name, address, date of birth and email addresses for you and your parents. We will then send you more details.

It is a National Park, and occupies some 368 square miles (954 square Km) of hills topped by granite outcrops - the 'Tors'.

The valleys and dips between the hills often hold bogs to trap the unwary walker.”

Ten Tors is a challenge for teams of 6 to complete distances of 35, 45 and 55 miles in 2 days next May.

In order to complete such an event requires commitment and training in walking, navigation, safety and team work. In return the levels of pride, self confidence, achievement, independence, personal development and bragging rights can be immense.

If you are interested in finding out more,
please get in touch with Clive Deacon as soon as possible.


	Plymouth District Explorers Ten Tors 2010 Starter for 10 Weekend 12/13 September 2009 This weekend is aimed at Scouts and Explorer Scouts who will be in school years 9, 10, 11 and 12 in September and are interested in finding out about Ten Tors 2010 and to get a basic introduction. Ten Tors is a challenge for teams of 6 to complete distances of 35, 45 and 55 miles in 2 days. We hope to have teams in the first 2 distances in what will be the 50^th anniversary event next May. In order to complete such an event requires commitment (between 8 & 10 walks) to train in walking, navigation, safety and team work. In return the levels of pride, self confidence, achievement, personal development and bragging rights can be immense. The Starter for 10 Event 10am Saturday until 4pm Sunday Based at Shaugh Bridge near Bickleigh we aim to cover the following introductory topics: equipment and clothing, rucksack packing, navigation, emergency procedures and hazard avoidance, hike tents, cooking skills, the training schedule. We also hope to have members of Dartmoor Rescue popping along. Those who have participated before are also invited to attend to share their knowledge and experiences. From the numbers who attend this weekend we will be able to determine how many entries we apply to have for the main event. Adults who are keen to help with the training can also come along, though only those who are Scout CRB checked will be able to stay overnight. The cost of the weekend is only £20 including food, (2 lunches, breakfast and an evening meal). To book a place on the Starter for 10 weekend, whether as a participant or adult helper: please send an email to clive_deacon@ekit.com or phone 0845 456 1498 with your name, address, date of birth and email addresses for you and your parents. We will then send you more details. Click here to download the Starter for 10 Flyer “Dartmoor is one of the last wildernesses in England. It is a National Park, and occupies some 368 square miles (954 square Km) of hills topped by granite outcrops - the 'Tors'. At its lowest points Dartmoor touches 325 feet (100 m) above sea level, and the highest Tor-capped hill reaches 2018 feet (621 m). The valleys and dips between the hills often hold bogs to trap the unwary walker.” Ten Tors is a challenge for teams of 6 to complete distances of 35, 45 and 55 miles in 2 days next May. In order to complete such an event requires commitment and training in walking, navigation, safety and team work. In return the levels of pride, self confidence, achievement, independence, personal development and bragging rights can be immense. Plymouth District Explorer Scouts May 2009 Our complete 2009 35 mile team at the finish WELL DONE If you are interested in finding out more, please get in touch with Clive Deacon as soon as possible.






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