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SITE INFORMATION - 20 February 2009
High-speed Internet for EA  TOP
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Thanks to our friends at Highnet Equal Adventure's new base is now hooked up with high speed internet. The team can now utilise a range of video and online communication tools, to help with drive projects forward. If you want to talk to the Equal Adventure Team on line then get in touch hello@equaladventure.org

SITE INFORMATION -14 February 2009
Challenge Yukon Brochure Uploaded TOP
In partnership with EB Adventure's Equal Adventure is running an inclusive fund-raising expedition in aid of our work with injured service personel. Download details of the expedition and find out the opportunities that await you. More
SITE INFORMATION - 28 January 2009
Liquid Planning for EA  TOP

Thanks to support from our friends at Liquid Planner, the Equal Adventure Team is now able to implement a robust project management system for 2009. Liquid Planner will help ensure timely and efficient use of resources and help the team track project progress efficiently and effectively.

SITE INFORMATION - 17 January 2009
New Base  TOP

Thanks to the support of many volunteers and local trades people Equal Adventure now has a new base. The development of the new workshop and studio would not have been possible without the help of Keyline Builders Merchants Grantown on Spey.

Thanks also to the local press, The Strathspey and Badenoch Herald, for all their help in getting our message to the local community.

SITE INFORMATION - 22 NOVEMBER 2008
CanGO Portable Hoist Launched at RGS  TOP
Thanks to the hospitality of our friends at the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), Equal Adventure launched its most ambitious product so far at Explore 2008. The CanGO portable hoist and ManGO assist sling will revolutionise access to land-based and water-based outdoor activities for people with complex needs. Conforming to the Patient Lifting standard, the modular frame and winch system will reduce the need for manual lifts and make access to boats, bikes, tents and even toilets possible without strain and with dignity.
SITE INFORMATION - 15 JUNE 2008
New Charity and Trading Company  TOP
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Equal Adventure launches its new charity (charity number SC039133)

Equal Adventure will now exist as two entities:

Equal Adventure (the charity)
Equal Adventure Trading (the CIC)

The aim of the charity is to ensure that Equal Adventure (EA) is able to continue the development of equipment, information and resources, to make outdoor adventure, fieldwork and active lifestyles accessible, regardless of disability.

Equal Adventure Trading will continue to exist as it always has, as a social enterprise, or Community Interest Company (CIC). Its work will be to ensure that the products developed by EA are able to reach people and organisations that require them. It will ensure that the manufacturing, price and supply are sustainable.

SITE INFORMATION - 16 April 2007
New Training Brochure  TOP

Following the successful delivery of training courses throughout 2006, a new brochure has been produced. The brochure outlines the approach that EA takes when delivering disability equity training and provides information on the modules on offer and costs.

SITE INFORMATION - 01 February 2007
Investors in People TOP

Equal Adventure invested significantly in 2006 to formalise our internal systems and structures. In mid January 2007 we were assessed and passed the Investors in People Award illustrating our commitment to people not only externally on projects, but also internally to the people who help design, train, advise and provide the administration for the business.

SITE INFORMATION - 12 DECEMBER 2006
Cairngorms National Park funds training courses TOP
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Having provided a number of pilot courses the Cairngorms National Park Authorities Small Grant Scheme have awarded some funding for free and subsidised training. From November 2006 to March 2007 Equal Adventure will be running free Foundation training courses in disability awareness and subsidised Activity modules. The foundation is the prerequisite to activity modules that cover activities such as climbing, canoeing and expedition planning etc.

SITE INFORMATION - 15 DECEMBER 2005
10 Year Anniversary  TOP
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Equal Adventure celebrated at the Royal Geographical Society 10 years of inclusive and adaptive design and field work. The event brought disabled travellers and explorers from all over the country to present their experiences and share their stories.

SITE INFORMATION - 18 AUGUST 2004
Burnside pictures added   TOP
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We have now added some spectacular pictures from the Burnside expedition conducted in 2002 to our expeditions section. There is also a comprehensive expedition report covering the start, finish and a diary report by Edward Bassett.

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