Intrepid explorers from Aberdare set off on their final expedition to gain them the Duke of Edinburgh’s Bronze Award.
For weeks the gallant few of St John’s The Baptist High School have been aiming for their moment of glory by completing a whole host of activities throughout south Wales as part of Rhondda Cynon Taf Council’s Services for Young People Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.
The expedition took place over a two-day period in the Gower Peninsula where 26 pupils set off from Llangennith to trek to Rhossilli and around the coast to Port Eynon.
Following a night of camping at Carreglwyd they set off on the next journey to Oxwich, Nicholaston Burrows, Cefn Bryn and finally the King Arthur’s Hotel in Reynoldston.
Despite heavy rain, the 25km exploration was successfully achieved. Now they have to deliver a presentation based on their expedition experience to gain the coveted Bronze Award.
Cllr Eudine Hanagan, Cabinet Member for Education, Skills and Lifelong Learning at Rhondda Cynon Taf Council said: “I have followed with great interest the achievements of the young people from St Johns who have remained dedication to their aim of gaining the Duke of Edinburgh’s Bronze Award.
“They deserve every success in their endeavours because their commitment displays their obvious determination to achieve their goal.”
The Final Expedition was just one of several sections to attaining the Bronze Award along with Physical, Skill and Volunteering categories. Each of the candidates must undertake a minimum of three months activity for each of the sections, and plan, train for and undertake a two-day expedition.
