Duke of Edinburgh Gold Residential: Marine Biology, Environmental Sciences and Adventure

Location: Calshot Activities Centre - Situated between the New Forest National Park and the Solent.
Ideal For: Gold DofE participants (please check with your DofE Leader before booking) and anyone aiming to enhance their CV with hands-on environmental science experience.

Join us for a transformative week that blends outdoor adventure with environmental science. This Gold DofE Residential offers hands-on experience in Marine Biology, Freshwater Ecology, and Geology, all set in one of the UK’s most stunning natural environments.
Whether you're passionate about conservation or simply curious about the natural world, this residential will challenge, inspire, and connect you with like-minded peers.

What You’ll Experience
🛶 Kayak Exploration - Discover the salt marshes and Southampton Water by kayak, observing unique ecosystems and wildlife.
🧗‍♀️Outdoor Adventure - Push your boundaries with climbing and snowboarding — no prior experience needed!
🌲Freshwater Ecology Fieldwork - Conduct real scientific investigations in the New Forest, studying freshwater habitats and biodiversity.
🐚 Marine Biology Techniques - Explore the intertidal coast, identify marine organisms, and learn professional sampling methods used by marine scientists.
🏞️ Jurassic Coast Day Trip - Visit the iconic Jurassic Coastline for geological exploration and Real Rock climbing.
🧠 Meet the Experts - Engage with passionate environmental professionals who will share insights into conservation careers and inspire your journey.

Additional Information
- Arrive between 0900-1200 Monday morning. Leave from 1345 Friday.
- Participants will stay in our accommodation buildings right here on the stunning Calshot Spit.
- The first meal is served at Monday lunchtime and the last meal served at Friday lunchtime.
- Gain practical fieldwork experience in environmental sciences
- Enhance your CV with unique skills and knowledge
- Build confidence, teamwork, and leadership
- Make lifelong friendships with like-minded peers
- This activity may count for your DofE Gold Residential. Please check with your DofE Leader before booking.

- Sunday night accomodation: Available on site (subject to availabiltiy and for participants being aged 18+).
- Transfers: Available from Southampton Train Station (subject to availability).
- Please email calshot.bkgs@hants.gov.uk for more information or to register your interest. 

Looking for a more water based week check out our Watersports Development Week,
or for a more general activity week check out our Personal Development & Adventure Week

If you cannot see any availability, email us at calshot.bkgs@hants.gov.uk to see when this activity will next be available to book or to register your interest with us.