Suffolk ACF - Adventure Training Snowdon

Over the Easter break, 48 cadets and 10 adult instructors from Suffolk ACF took part in a challenging and rewarding Adventure Training week in Snowdonia National Park with the generous support of The Ulysses Trust, whose funding enabled the involvement of expert instructors from Boulder Adventures.

The expedition was designed to provide cadets from Suffolk to experience rugged upland terrain, challenge themselves physically and mentally, and build personal resilience and outdoor skills. Activities included mountain walking, kayaking, gorge scrambling, rock climbing, and abseiling with skill development in map reading, navigation, and teamwork. The programme also allowed 16 cadets to complete their NNAS Bronze Navigator and Rock Skills Foundation awards.

Every cadet also experienced a full day of gorge scrambling at Pont Dolgarrog, which included climbing, traversing waterfalls, and leaping into mountain pools. For many, this was a highlight of the expedition – equal parts exhilarating and character-building.

For many Suffolk cadets, this was their first visit to a UK National Park, their first climb, and even their first time away from home. The Ulysses Trust played a pivotal role in making this life-changing week happen, ensuring cost wasn’t a barrier to participation.

Suffolk ACF is deeply grateful to the Trust and our supporting partners. Well done to the cadets for all of their achievements over the week and a big thank you to our adult volunteers for supporting the cadets on this journey.

Find out more about the Ulysses Trust aquí

Author: Maj Dale Mason – County Training Officer