DUKE OF EDINBURGH'S AWARD
COMPLETE YOUR DUKE OF ED WITH US
The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award is a global non-formal education and learning framework that recognizes and celebrates young people's achievements outside of the classroom.The Award allows young people to determine what they are passionate about, regardless of their background, culture or access to resources. By creating opportunities for young people to develop skills, get physically active, give service and experience adventure, the Award can play a critical role in their development.​
The Duke of Edinburgh Award is open to anyone 14-24 years old and shows employers your commitment, dedication, and engagement towards personal growth.
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There are 3 levels; bronze, silver and gold. Each level requires the participant to participate for a particular number of weeks (26 for bronze) and hours (1 per week) committed to better themselves through Community Service, Skill Building & Physical Recreation. The Adventurous Journey encourages your spirit of adventure.
BYTOWN BRIGANTINE & DUKE OF EDINBURGH AWARD
Community Service
Tall Ships Adventure is a charitable organization. Work parties including ship and boat maintenance, shop work community events and partnerships, etc. meet the community service requirement.
Skill Building
Define the rank you wish to achieve this year (winter through summer) and work on a weekly basis on skills to meet this achievement.
Adventurous Journey
We offer this component aboard the SV Fair Jeanne voyages. BBI offers this component as stand alone to support youth who are registered with other award centers. An additional fee for service may be applied.