Outdoor Education
Welcome to the Outdoor Education section of our website. Since our inception in 1977 Up and Under has been the leading supplier to Outdoor Education Centres, Outdoor Activity Centres and many government agenices including; UK wide Police Forces, Fire Brigades and many departments of the Ministry of Defence.
Unlike many outdoor businesses, Up and Under is still owned by the people who founded the business and are not answerable to to shareholders, and yes the owners still do work here on a day to day basis (though not every day).
Our contracts and senior management team have close to a cumulative 200 years of experience in this field. So you can be assured of the best levels of help, guidance and service.
In this sector of the business, we also have a range of our own branded items, the branding is simply "Up and Under". Keep a look out for the logo in the online catologue.
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The Outdoor Education sector of our business has the best selction of kit, from the best suppliers and manufacturers and has been selected based on suitability, durability, performance, value and sustainability. With close relations to a number of centres we take real life product feedback from the people that count.
Where the products available aren't up to the task we have designed and manufactured specific Outdoor Education purposed clothing and equipment in consultation with a number of Heads of Centres, including products such as our reknowned Centre Cags and Overtrousers and the tried and tested Cordura Universal PFD. Up and Under are THE Outdoor Education Clothing Supplier.
Please note, that the prices displayed won't be your ACCOUNT PRICE until you contact our contracts team on [email protected] to open an account.
The Outdoor Education department highlights the key items in the following areas. However, please also check out the Outdoor, Watersports and Industrial Access and Rescue Departments for other items.
Caving
Camping
Climbing
Outdoor Clothing
Walking
Kayaking
Open Canoeing
Sit On Top Kayaking
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Watersports Clothing
Palm Drift Paddle
The Palm Drift Paddle is an entry level kayak paddle that's ideal for use with sit on top kayaks, crossover kayaks and the old relic that you've just dug out of the garage. This paddle comes in 3 sizes, 205cm 215cm and 220cm and it features a glass filled polypropylene paddle blade and an aluminium paddle shaft. This paddle also features plastic shrink wrap grips, moulded in hand grips and a set of kayak drip rings. These drip guards will prevent the water from running off the blades and getting your hands wet.
Petzl Replacement Headband for Panga
The Petzl Replacement headband for Panga optimizes the life of the helmet. The FLIP&FIT system allows the headband to be positioned low on the head, offers a secure fit, and can be easily adjusted by the instructor or participant.
Crewsaver Kortex Helmet
The Crewsaver Kortex is a basic entry level kayaking helmet, which offers a truly amazing fit, that’s also very easy to adjust. This watersports helmet is perfect for a variety of sports, whether your kayaking, canoeing, dinghy sailing or coasteering. It will offer you a great level of protection, it is built to meet the requirements of EN 1385:2012. The Kortex helmet features an ABS plastic shell that also incorporates a PU foam lining for comfort and additional shock absorption. It comes in two different sizes and there is an internal ratchet system to perfect the fit. This is easily controlled by an adjustment wheel on the back of the head.
Nookie NKE Centre Zip Buoyancy Aid - Junior
The Nookie NKE Centre Zip is a Buoyancy Aid that's built to last! Perfect for group use and at outdoor activity centres as they are colour coded by size, making handing out and storing them much easier. These vests are made with hard-wearing 500D Nylon Codura and feature YKK zips down the front for ease of adjustment.
Grangers G Wax
Grangers G Wax is a beeswax formula to protect, reproof and condition your leather boots. Perfect for hiking, walking, trekking and well-used boots. Specially formulated to provide all-round protection to leather footwear. Produced using natural beeswax for improved performance and protection and protects against water, oil, and stains.
Silva Field
The Silva Field is a compass that's ideal for beginners, crafted to cater to the needs of schools, youth groups, and recreational outdoor enthusiasts. This compass features a base plate with millimetre map-measuring capabilities and scales of 1:50,000 and 1:25,000, making it compatible with the majority of maps.
Silverbirch Canoes Broadland 16 Duracore Plus
The Silverbirch Canoes Broadland 16 Duracore Plus sits firmly as the classic 'prospector', with the versatility to switch from solo use to family days out and canoe camping trips. By optimizing the rocker, chine, camber and sidewall profile from classic “Prospector” designs, Silverbirch have shaped the Broadland 16 as a confidence inspiring canoe to paddle anywhere from local waterways to the classic wilderness environments of “traditional” canoe journeying.
Silverbirch Canoes Broadland 15 Duracore Plus
The Silverbirch Canoes Broadland 15 Duracore Plus is a tough and durable 15ft open Canadian canoe that comes fitted with vinyl gunwales, seating for 2 paddlers and a standard carrying yoke. There are also front and rear ash carry handles, which make it easy to take your boat to and from the waters edge. The Broadland 15 is perfect for flat water use and transitioning onto moving water.
Silva Ranger
The Silva Ranger Compass has been designed for use by seasoned hikers and mountaineers, offering precision and reliability for challenging terrains. Recommended by the Duke of Edinburgh Award, this compass features an extended base plate for superior accuracy, enhancing safety during navigation. Additional features include a built-in magnifier for detailed map reading and durable construction designed for rugged outdoor use.
Silverbirch Canoes Web Seat
The Silverbirch Canoes Web Seat is a replacement web seat for SilverBirch canoes.
Silverbirch Canoes Standard Thwart
The Silverbirch Canoes Standard Thwart comes available in two size options. The 39" is the standard size for most boats, whilst the 31" is suitable for narrower boats such as the Firefly 14. The Thwart features an ash construction and is supplied uncut and undrilled, this makes it highly versatile as you can the cut it down and drill where needed to suit the make and model of your boat. When cutting them down it's worth remembering to cut equal amounts off each end to make sure it sits correctly in your chosen canoe!
Spreu Boote Bumper Helmet
The Spreu Boote Bumper Helmet is an ideal choice for a wide range of water sports, from kayaking and coasteering to dinghy sailing. Designed with a full-cut shape for ear protection, this helmet offers excellent coverage and impact resistance. Constructed from durable high-density polyethylene and lined with shock-absorbent closed-cell EVA foam, the Bumper Helmet meets EN 1385:2012-04 safety standards for reliable protection. Available in two sizes, the helmet features an adjustable internal cradle for a secure fit, making it perfect for group and rental use in outdoor activity centres. Built for durability, the Bumper Helmet is designed to withstand the rigours of frequent use.
TNP Asymmetric Kayak Paddle Junior
The TNP Asymmetric Junior Kayak Paddle is a versatile option, offered in three sizes and available for both right and left-handed users. It comes with an alloy shaft, equipped with kayak drip rings for added convenience. The shaft is ergonomically shaped in the hand areas for improved comfort. The blades are constructed from durable plastic, providing reasonable stiffness.
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TNP Allround Canoe Paddle
The TNP Allround Canoe Paddle is a great entry level option that offers fantastic levels of durability and good levels of performance. This is one of the best options for the commercial user. The Allround canoe paddle features a HDPE high density polyethylene paddle blade. The paddle blade is heat stable making it ideal for year-round use. The paddle blade also has a 5-year resistance against UV rays. This canoe paddle blade is then mounted on a duralumin paddle shaft. The duralumin paddle shaft is an anodized aluminium. The paddle is then finished with a polypropylene handle for comfort and durability.
Venture End Deck
The Venture End Deck is available in two sizes and they are sold as single units. The one size fits models Venture Canoes such as the ranger, while the second size of deck plate fits other models in their range such as the Venture Prospector. They are easy to fit and are easily secured on with rivets.