What does the programme involve?

Alladale Challenge

Managed by No Limits Development and funded by the Young People’s Fund for Scotland and the Lister Charitable Trust, we provide the facilities and ranger support for 24 young people each week to take part in the Alladale Challenge.

They will take part in developmental adventure activities whilst working with rangers on conservation projects and helping with the running of the Reserve, building self-confidence and learning important skills.

Starting on Monday morning and finishing on Friday evening, during April, May and June, your group will take part in a number of exciting projects whilst living under canvas in the stunning great outdoors of Alladale.

Conservation Projects

Based at Deannich Lodge, seven miles up Glen Mór, the students learn about the day-to-day running of a Highland Estate from the gillies and rangers who live and work there

Take part in conservations tasks around the Estate – you could find yourself feeding the wild boar, fixing fencing, planting trees or looking for deer calves.

Activities

Two-day expedition*
Scrambling and abseiling
Fly-fishing
Team challenges
Navigation and camp-craft skills
Food and health
Cooking and budgeting for themselves

*This will count as training for the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh award

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The Challenger Trust

The Alladale Challenge is part of the Challenger Trust programme. The programme offers young people great opportunities for personal development in some of the planet's most inspiring destinations.

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No Limits Development

No Limits Development, with a core team of trainers and instructors, create programmes which will engage participants both on a personal and educational level, and instil in individuals the confidence and determination to aim high.

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The John Muir Trust

Each student participating in the Alladale Challenge will achieve the 'Discovery' stage of the John Muir Award.

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