climbing... canoeing... map reading... survival techniques...
Today it continues to provide friendship, discipline, leadership, challenging outdoor activities - expeditions, survival techniques, adventurous training and sport. Although sponsored by the Army, it is a national youth movement, just as concerned with good citizenship and personal development as with military training and skills.
first aid... shooting... sports... camping... patrolling...
Discipline and personal pride are important. Such self-discipline can be reflected in the conquering of a hazardous 20,000ft Himalayan peak as well as the achievement of polishing a pair of boots!
adventurous activities... friendship... lots of fun...
Activities include both military and adventurous training weekends and annual camps. The Duke of Edinburgh's Awards, Service to the Community and the Army Cadet Force's own progressive qualification scheme (from one star to four) are recognized as valuable qualifications by employers.