The TrekQuinox Challenge starts at sunset and finishes at sunrise, precisely twelve hours later, on the Equinox weekend. The challenge is simple but tough – to see how far Scouts, Explorers and Network members can walk before the sun comes up.

The route will have checkpoints every 3 to 4 miles where you will be able to get refreshments or end your challenge.

I had two walkers complete the expedition again and though they were exhausted they were utterly thrilled with the experience. Enormous thanks to the organisers and volunteers- it’s brilliant to get young people hiking and walking together in teams, supporting each other in doing something really different and tough. – Parent 2024

What Happens When?

1 Week to Go

• Registration closes, and your entry and team will be confirmed via email.

3 Days to Go

• Your team will receive an allocated start time.

On the Day

• Arrive at Cleeve Hill Campsite 60 minutes before your start time and set up your tent.
• At your allocated time, head to the kit check tent, where your personal and team kit will be inspected.
• Once you’ve passed the kit check, you’ll proceed directly to the start line. Your time will be logged, and your TrekQuinox adventure begins!

During the Trek

• Walk as far as you can—or until the course or checkpoints close.
• If you decide to stop early, transport will return you to Cleeve Hill, where you can rest and sleep.

The Finish Line

• At 7:00 am, join the award ceremony, where certificates will be handed out, and prizes will be awarded. All participants must attend the ceremony.

Pick-Up

• Parent pick-up begins at 7:30 am from Cleeve Hill.

Registration is now Open

As the parent, I just wanted to say a massive thank you to Roger and all of the volunteers who made this event possible. While Iris’s team didn’t quite make it to the end, the sense of achievement and experiencing this challenge has definitely been a great experience. She has said how kind the people at the checkpoints were, and felt very well looked after. Thank you!

Notes for Walkers

• Registration of walkers must be made using the button above.
• The hike will start and finish at Cleeve Hill Campsite.
• Walkers will start to leave Cleeve Hill at 7 pm on Saturday, 21st March
• Teams must have a minimum of 4 and a maximum of 8 walkers (incl. adult walkers).
• Teams cannot walk together unless agreed by the event organisers.
• Teams with members under 12 years old can have an accompanying adult walker (no charge for adult walkers, but they must be registered on Compass and hold a valid DBS).
• The cost is £20 per participant; including breakfast, a TrekQuinox woggle, and a TrekQuinox camp blanket badge.
• Payment for the event should be made through Online Scout Manager with your own group.
• Teams must be agreed by the scout leader 1 week before the event – so long as all the walkers have been registered.
• Registration will close one week before the event, or when 200 walkers have been registered.
• The checkpoints locations are available here – practice hikes are allowed, but must be organised by the Section.
• Each team member must have all kit list items before they start.
• No Phones or navigation devices are allowed

Kit List

Notes for leaders

• Payment will be invoiced directly to the Group after the event.
• At least one adult leader per Group must be on-site throughout the event. They can be an adult walker or a support team volunteer.
• Simon Crowden’s Nights Away permit can be used for walkers camping at Cleeve Hill for any Groups that do not hold their own.
• Leaders are responsible for bringing tents to sleep in.

Questions and Answers

We will add to this list as and when we get questions:

1) What is the route?

The checkpoint locations can be found on The Route page – The route is up to you.

2) What time will my team start?

Your Group will be given a start time one week before the event.  We hope to have all Groups start between 5 pm and 7 pm, with the younger members given the earlier departure slots.

3) What time should I arrive?

We suggest you arrive 1 hour before your departure time.

4) Is there parking at Cleeve Hill?

There will be parking for event volunteers but all participants must drop and go as we do not have much parking and if cars are parked in the normal car park then drop off gridlock will be created!

5) Do we have to walk with our tents and sleeping bags/mats?

No.  Only items on the kit list are required.  Tents can be pitched before the event at Cleeve hill, but make sure you have left enough time to pitch your tent and make it through kitlist checkpoint before your departure time.

A bag drop off will be available for all sleeping stuff before the event.

6) I don’t have a tent – will there be somewhere to sleep?

No. Please arrange for your scout leader to assist you in finding a tent for the event.

7) Will I get a woggle and blanket Badge if I don’t complete the whole course?

Yes.  The distance goal you set yourself is up to you.  Everyone who gets to the first checkpoint will get a woggle and camp blanket badge.

8) Where does it start from?

The hike and camp will be at Cleeve Hill Campsite.  Map ///export.making.rarely

9) What time is pick up on Sunday Morning?

You can pick up your scout from 7.30 am on Sunday morning.  All Scouts to leave the site by 8.00 am

10) How will the walkers get back to Cleeve Hill?

We have a minibus service running from each checkpoint so the walkers will be able to return to Cleeve Hill from any retirement point.

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