BASIC EXPEDITION TRAINING – LESSON 2

YORKSHIRE (N&W) ARMY CADET FORCE

AUO BILLIE GRISDALE10th March 2015

BASIC EXPEDITION TRAININGLESSON 2 – COUNTRYSIDE CODE

BEFORE WE BEGIN…

In the event of an emergency, please

leave by the nearest exit quickly and quietly and go to the muster point,

where a nominal roll will be taken.

BEFORE WE BEGIN…

If you have any questions at any time, feel free to pop your hand

up and I will answer them for

you

REVISION

1)Write down three things you will be taught about Expedition Training throughout your cadet career

2)Explain one of them

INTRODUCTION

Basic expedition training covers 2 lessons –

1) Introduction to Expedition Training

2) Countryside Code

Today we will be looking at Lesson 2

INTRODUCTION

The Countryside Code is taught to

ensure you understand how to behave responsibly

and safely in the Countryside

WHAT DOES IT MEAN?

The Countryside Code, and its companion, the Moorland Visitors Code, both sponsored by the Countryside Agency, have replaced

the former Country Code

WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?

There are 5 headings related to both codes and a sixth relating to Moorland

So, there are SIX key points which you will need to remember

1) BE SAFE – PLAN AHEAD AND FOLLOW ANY SIGNS

1) BE SAFE – PLAN AHEAD AND FOLLOW ANY SIGNS

1. Use up to date maps and guidebooks

2. Be prepared for changes in weather and other events

3. Check weather forecasts before you leave

4. Let someone know where you are going and when you will be back

5. Get to know footpath marking signs

2) LEAVE GATES AND PROPERTY AS YOU FIND THEM

2) LEAVE GATES AND PROPERTY AS YOU FIND THEM

1. Farmers leave gates closed to keep stock in or open so stock can eat/drink – leave as you find

2. Follow paths across land that has crops

3. Use gates and stiles – climbing over walls etc can damage them and animals may escape

4. Do not disturb ruins and historic sites

5. Leave machinery and livestock alone

3) PROTECT PLANTS AND ANIMALS AND TAKE YOUR LITTER HOME

3) PROTECT PLANTS AND ANIMALS AND TAKE YOUR LITTER HOME

1. Litter spoils the countryside and can be dangerous to animals – take it home with you

2. Take care not to damage rocks, plants, trees

3. Animals can behave unpredictably, don’t get too close, especially if they have young

4. Fires can be devastating to wildlife and people – take care not to drop matches etc

4) KEEP DOGS UNDER CLOSE CONTROL

4) KEEP DOGS UNDER CLOSE CONTROL

1. By law, dog owners must control their dogs

2. Farmers are allowed to destroy a dog that worries or injures their animals

3. Dogs may be excluded from certain areas of land at certain times

4. Clean up after your dog

5. Dogs aren’t allowed on cadet expeditions

5) CONSIDER OTHER PEOPLE

5) CONSIDER OTHER PEOPLE

1. Respect the needs of local people

2. Keep out of the way when farm animals are being moved and follow farmer’s directions

3. When riding a bike, slow down for horses, walkers and livestock

4. Support rural economy by using local shops if you can

6) PREVENT UNCONTROLLED MOORLAND FIRES

6) PREVENT UNCONTROLLED MOORLAND FIRES

1. Never light fires on open moorland (this includes cooking stoves and barbecues)

2. When fire risk is high, respect warning signs

3. Controlled fires for healthier burning are sometimes carried out between Oct-Apr. Report any fires you see, especially outside of those dates

ANY QUESTIONS?

Does anybody have any questions?

I HAVE SOME FOR YOU!

What is the first key point of the Countryside Code?

Be Safe – Plan ahead and follow any signs

I HAVE SOME FOR YOU!

What is the third key point of the Countryside Code?

Protect plants and animals and take your litter home

SUMMARY

In summary, you have learnt how to behave sensibly in the countryside, to enable you to

participate in expeditions without harming plants, animals, people and places

LOOK FORWARD

You have now completed all lessons in BASIC expedition training!

Look forward to your first ONE STAR lesson…

Building the Team

This lesson will ensure you know how to operate effectively as a team member and support others

within your team