Page 10 - Cadet Review Autumn 2022

NORTH REGION
There is no denying, that at times we faced some challenges as a team, from minor navigation errors, to the weather and terrain affecting our individual emotions which in turn affected our team morale. However, as a team we faced our challenges head-strong and overpowered the negatives. We engaged our many skills, acquired throughout
our DofE Award from navigation, communication, cooking, camping, together with not only being
an individual leader but a team player. The list is endless.
Everything you learn during your DofE Award can and will be transpired to any career you pursue.
“DofE has been nothing short of brilliant, despite the hard work it requires. It has developed a sense of adventure I never thought I’d have! If you have any doubt about doing the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, just do it you won’t regret it!” said Cadet Flight Sergeant Jacob Lockyer of 264 (Skipton) Squadron, who in 2021 (aged 18) endeavoured his adventurous
All my adventures started with my Bronze DofE Award, which then became Silver and now Gold
side, when he cycled from Lands’ End to John O’Groats by himself. A journey of over 870 miles in just 14 days! Applying the skills gained from his DofE award such as navigating, camping and of course his physical strength and determination, FS Lockyer managed to conquer this awe inspiring challenge.
CI Louis Webb of 218 (Rotherham) Squadron has also continued his adventures, travelling the United Kingdom and Europe, taking part in exceptional activities. Most recently he participated in Mountain- eering and Ridge Walking in the Scottish Highlands. Louis said “all my adventures started with my Bronze DofE Award, which then became Silver and now Gold”, and hoped that “they will continue to get bigger and more challenging”. He continued - “I strongly encourage anybody to take part in The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (Bronze, Silver and Gold). Get out there, learn new skills, make new friends, new adventures, new memories, and be inspired to live your life adventurously!”.
Louis Webb in Scotland
Jacob Lockyer on his cycling trek
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