Wrap up warm, it is going to be cold on Sunday. If possible bring a hot drink in a flask – helps to warm you up when you stop for lunch! See you at 07.45!

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Saturday was the first training walk for the 35 mile Ten Tors team. The weather was unpleasant with rain and near gale force winds. The route saw us start at Dunnabridge, and take in Bellever Tor, Higher White Tor and Beardown Tors. All the students did well getting involved with the navigation and taking an interest in the environment. Unfortunately, we now need to lose some more students to take the training team down to 10.

There have been a few students who have voiced concerns about buying a pair of walking boots if they are not selected after the training walk this weekend…

This is a tricky one and I can only really give the following advice.

1. At first, see if you can borrow a pair of walking boots from friends/family etc. This will not be ideal for the long term as you need boots to adjust to your feet not someone else’s but for this Saturday they will be fine.
2. If you do go and buy a pair of boots make sure you follow the advice that has been given in the kit and equipment info on the ‘very important things‘ page. They need ‘vibram’ type soles, good ankle support and we as waterproof as possible.
3. There are some very good deals around at the moment on boots during the sales.
4. If you are involved in cadets/scouts, considering a public services course or any other outdoor activities, a good pair of walking boots will come in useful even if you do not end up on the final Ten Tors team.
5. Finally, make an impression on Saturday to make sure you are not one of the students that does not get through.

I hope this helps…

We have now chosen the initial training team for the 35 mile course. This Saturday is the first training walk. If you applied, you should have received an e-mail listing whose applications were successful…