To join the award, you need to complete and return an application form and buy a record pack. This page also contains the D of E quick start guide with links to the main Hampshire Scout D of E Website.

D of E quick start guide 1. Decide which level to enter at: Bronze (14+)     Silver (15+)       Gold (16+) You may start Bronze at 13.5 if you have joined Explorer Scouts. 2. Complete the enrolment form and send in with a cheque for the Entrance Pack. Attached at bottom of page 3. Select the activities you wish to participate in from the lists available: Volunteering helping someone, your community or the environment. If you are a young leader you will need to complete some leadership training. Skill developing existing talents or trying something new.  Physical becoming fitter through sport, dance or physical activities.  Expedition  planning, training for and completing an adventurous journey. Residential staying and working away from home, as part of a team.  4. Find someone to assess you in each activity and agree targets with them - the assessor must be: > An adult 18+ > Not related to you > Knowledgable about the activity 5. Participate for an average of an hour a week for the specified period (see Bronze, Silver or Gold pages for information). 6. When complete, get your assessor to sign off the book. 7. When all sections are completed, give your book to you Award Leader who will pass onto the County Adviser for approval. You will then get your pin and uniform badge presented at your unit. Certificates for Bronze/Silver are presented at local D of E presentations and for Gold level at the Royal Palace. For help and support please use the contact us page to get advice