Crean Challenge 2027
Dear Scout, Thank you for showing an interest in the Crean Challenge Expedition. Please find enclosed an information booklet and application form. Places are limited to 32 Scouts. Experience, skills, and geographical spread will be considered as part of the selection process. PLEASE NOTE: This event is by selection only. Applications will close at 5.00pm on the 9th June 2026. All applicants will be contacted in due course after that date. Yours in Scouting, The Crean Challenge Expedition Team.
Information Pack 2027 Contents o Event Details o Training Weekends o The Expedition o Logbook Information o Training Hikes o Projects o The Event in Past Participants’ Own Words o How to Apply!
Event Details The Crean Challenge Expedition is an annual event based on the experiences of Irish explorer Tom Crean. It is for scouts aged from 13-15 years and takes place over an eight-month period, culminating in a week-long expedition to Iceland. It aims to promote teamwork in patrols, to achieve a common goal, and to personally challenge everyone to identify and achieve personal goals. Participants will develop practical skills which are tested throughout the duration of the challenge, such as Route Planning, Navigation, Hill Walking, Icelandic Weather Systems and First Aid. This expedition will introduce participants to new cultures and experiences, pushing mental and physical limits, and act as an introduction to friends that will last a lifetime! The cost of event is yet to be finalised - est. to be €1400.00 This includes all 4 training weekends, flights to and from Iceland, accommodation, transport and board in Iceland and Crean 2027apparel