High school pupils from Lanarkshire pitch-in and put their outdoor skills to the test in Pentland Hills

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A total of 19 youngsters from a high school in North Lanarkshire successfully completed their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh expedition module, taking them one step closer to completing their award.The third-year pupils at St Aidan's High in Wishaw worked in teams to navigate a route which took them through the Pentland foothills.

They had to work independently to cook and to put up their tents. The uphill sections were most challenging, but they enjoyed the camaraderie and the friendships made.Following the successful expedition, the group took responsibility for delivering an outdoor nature experience for the Thrive group which consisted of S1 pupils.

The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The school's Thrive was set-up to support all year groups with their transitions, firstly from primary to secondary and subsequently through high school.After setting up tents, the pupils delivered presentations on the abundant nature and wildlife found around the school grounds, such as roe deer and oystercatchers, and cooked a meal with the younger students.S3 pupil Emma, said: “It was great to give the pupils a different experience outside of the classroom.”Fellow pupil Loghan added: “I enjoyed interacting with the younger students and telling them about the wildlife”Miss Elizabeth Donnelly, Principal Teacher of