STC Expeditions

11/10/2024

Are UK residentials really working hard enough to tackle the challenges facing young people? Challenges like climate change, screen addiction, poor mental health, disconnection from nature? School residentials haven't fundamentally changed in years. Yet the world has. The Bioasis breaks the mold and offers a new solution.

School residentials are no longer fit for purpose. Here's how we fix them...

10/10/2024

Here's a date for your diary: Wed 16th Oct, 11am. Join our very own Adrian Ferraro talking alongside Jake Wiid and Graham Milton about the sustainability of school trips, ethical travel and how to minimise the carbon associated with your next trip. Attendance is free for EVOLVEadvice schools. More details and tickets available here: https://www.evolveadvice.co.uk/webinars/

01/10/2024

BATIK, BIKES & BEACHES

From surfing and swimming, to cycling and chocolate-tasting, this expedition is packed full of adventure to keep on your toes and to introduce you to this incredibly diverse country. Along the way we’ll immerse ourselves in Ghana’s vibrant culture through community projects, market visits and craft workshops.

In Ghana, everyone is encouraged to march to the beat of their own drum… literally, as we have a lesson traditional drumming and dancing...!

Check out the full itinerary here :)

https://www.thestc.co.uk/assets/uploads/pdf/DB-Ghana-21-days-Batik-Bikes-and-Beaches-188.pdf

30/09/2024

The very real benefits of Adventure for young people.

A clear, concise summary of evidence written by leading academics and practitioners for use by
parents/carers, educators, therapists and policy makers.

The study focuses on:

+ Clinical outcomes (such as anxiety and depression)
+ Behaviour
+ Academic attainment
+ Physical health
+ Self-concept (an overarching idea we have about who we are)
+ Social behaviour

Brought to you by the brilliant Explorers Connect :)

NEW! The Benefits of for Children: A concise summary of evidence written by leading experts for use by , , &

To help more people use adventure for their . PLEASE SHARE

Link to Evidence Summary here www.adventuremind.org/evidence

I'm so excited that the first Evidence Summary from is ready for release this week.

There is a large evidence-base supporting the benefits of adventure; over 200 published studies have examined the psychological impact of adventure. This Evidence Summary is a collection of the best and latest research and explanation specifically around the benefits of adventure for children's and .

is a collaboration of organisations and individuals working together to help more people use adventure for their wellbeing & mental health www.adventuremind.org



Mental Health Foundation
The University of Central Lancashire - UCLan
University of Exeter
Sheffield Hallam University
Go Ape!



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27/09/2024

HAPPY WORLD TOURISM DAY :)

https://www.un.org/en/observances/tourism-day

World Tourism Day (WTD) is commemorated each year on 27 September. Its purpose is to foster awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism and its social, cultural, political and economic value.

26/09/2024

L A K E S - L I O N S & L A V A

Kenya, the heart of East Africa.

Famed for its vast scenic landscapes and wildlife, high mountains, remote deserts, extraordinary cultures, rich history, beautiful beaches and of course, spectacular wildlife.

Our latest blog explores 5 of the reasons Kenya should be top of your list for a life-changing adventure!

https://www.thestc.co.uk/blog/five-reasons-to-visit-kenya/

Famed for its vast scenic landscapes and wildlife, high mountains, remote deserts, extraordinary cultures, a rich history, beautiful beaches and, of course, spectacular wildlife in vast numbers.

25/09/2024

H A K U N A | M A T A T A

What a wonderful phrase!
It means no worries for the rest of your days... :)

Made famous by The Lion King of course, Hakuna Matata is the perfect introduction to the Swahili language and the friendly Kenyan culture.

As we step into Autumn in the UK, we're loving the vibrancy Kenya brings through language, landscapes, culture and wildlife. Not to mention opportunities for adventures!

Check out these beautiful vibrant images c/o Encyclopaedia Britannica

We offer epic expeditions and adventures to Kenya, you can find out more here...

https://www.thestc.co.uk/destinations/kenya-school-expeditions/

25/09/2024

N A T U R E | C O N N E C T I O N

"A major scheme helping people in England connect with nature led to big improvements in mental health, a report has found.

The prescribing of activities in nature to tackle mental ill health has benefited thousands of people across England, a government-backed project has shown.

More than 8,000 people were helped to take part in activities including nature walks, community gardening, tree planting and wild swimming. It is thought to be the largest such project in the world so far."

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/article/2024/sep/04/better-than-medication-prescribing-nature-works-project-shows

The Bioasis :)

Scheme helping people in England connect with nature led to better mental health, report finds

25/09/2024

"Flawless organisation" :) :) :) :) :)

24/09/2024

“The trip was varied and challenging to the perfect level. The phrase "we're travelers not tourists," has become a catchphrase amongst the boys who have started spotting unsustainable tourism everywhere now.”

(Teacher from St. Birinus School, Morocco)

We're firm believers in the power of challenging, supported adventures when it comes to healthy human development.

It's often only when we're faced with a challenge that we realise what we're capable of. From this place, we build confidence, resilience and flourish :)

And what better place for an adventure than Morocco!? :)

Take a sneak peek at some of the epic expeditions on offer here...

https://www.thestc.co.uk/destinations/morocco-school-trip-expeditions/

21/09/2024

"Tourism as an instrument of Peace"

Great read from Adventure Travel Trade Association about the intersection of music, peace and tourism in Colombia.

From unexpected business ventures with former guerillas to music as a cultural lifeblood, four key players in Colombia's...