Setting up your Adventurous Journey

As part of your Award, you complete an Adventurous Journey, where you can experience the beauty of the outdoors whilst learning how to overcome challenges you face along the way. The Adventurous Journey is divided into three parts: Prep & Training, Practice Journey, and Qualifying Journey.

To set up your Adventurous Journeys (Practice and Qualifying) and record Preparation and Training activities, just press the + button. (a)

Preparation and Training:

• Record your Prep & Training activities by inserting dates and details. (b) Every Tuesday or Wednesday, 2 lessons at a time.
• Press “Send”.

Your Award Leader will review your Prep and Training activities and approve/return them. You will receive a notification which will appear within the list of notifications. (c)

1. The Award Leader will check and approve/return all details of your Journey. Once done, you will receive a notification visible within the list of notifications.
2. You will then need to send your Adventurous Journey for Supervisor/Assessor Approval.

 

Now let’s set up your Practice or Qualifying Adventurous Journey:

• Journey Type: Practical
• Activity: Hiking
• Name: Journey Name
• Mode of Travel: Foot
• Team Goal: Your team’s SMART goal, one goal for the whole team, see goals examples below.

 

• Start Date: Journey start date Click here to see dates
• End Date: Journey end date Click here to see dates
• Location: Location of your journey
• Select Country and Territory: Cyprus
• Notes: Optional notes to us if you have any before your journey.

 

The Supervisor is responsible for signing off Practice Journeys to confirm participants are prepared to undertake the Qualifying Journey. (d)

• Title: Mr.
• Name: Ivan Sorkin
• Email: ivan@onestepfurther.com.cy
• Phone: +357 96384131

The Assessor is responsible for the certification of the Qualifying Journey. (f)

• Title: Mr.
• Name: Marios Hadjipetris
• Email: marios@onestepfurther.com.cy
• Phone: +357 99359214

Once you have received Supervisor/Assessor Approval, you will be able to send the Sections of your Adventurous Journey to your Award Leader for sign-off. (g)

Example of Adventurous Journey Goals:

1. Study of Water Sources in Macheras: Identify and map natural water sources in the Macheras mountains, documenting the quality and accessibility of these sources, their historical support for wildlife and human activities, and impacts of modern use and climate change.
2. Wildlife Spotting and Tracking: Observe and document animal tracks, nests, or burrows, create a log with photos or sketches, and identify species to learn about animal behavior and habitat preferences in the area.
3. Impact of Tourism on Macheras Trails: Investigate the condition of popular hiking trails, observe signs of human impact like litter and trail erosion, and suggest strategies to minimize human impact and promote conservation.
4. Wild Herb Identification and Traditional Uses: Identify wild herbs, document their locations, and learn about their traditional uses in Cypriot cooking and medicine, with possible collection or photography for further study.
5. Weather and Microclimate Exploration: Measure and record temperature, wind, and humidity at different elevations and times of day, comparing findings to other parts of Cyprus to understand microclimate effects on flora and fauna.
6. Flora Survey and Conservation Awareness: Catalog tree and plant species, note patterns affected by elevation and soil, and explore conservation efforts for protecting endemic or endangered species.
7. Mapping Historical Sites and Landmarks: Research and map historical sites, old ruins, or landmarks within the Macheras mountains, documenting their significance and current condition.
8. Observation of Insects and Pollinators: Focus on observing various insect species, especially pollinators like bees and butterflies, record sightings, and learn about their role in local ecosystems.
9. Forest Fire Prevention and Awareness: Identify high-risk wildfire areas, noting dry underbrush and dense vegetation, create an awareness plan to reduce fire risk, and learn about local firefighting practices.
10. Rock and Soil Analysis: Study rock formations and soil types, collect soil samples if permitted, analyze them to understand the geological history, plant growth factors, and role in the local ecosystem.