Scouting News from around the County, and the Nation.
For the months of July and August, Scouts wearing a necker will get free access to a new exhibition, showcasing over 100 years of Scouting history. The exhibition is on display at the Old Gaol Museum in Buckingham.
Last month, The Scouts released a new badge, aiming to help build young people’s confidence and understanding of money through creative, fun and hands-on activities. But how did it come about, and how is it earned? Beavers ‘Money Skills’ Badge Cubs ‘Money Skills’ Badge The badge came about after research Read more…
Due to the easing of coronavirus restrictions in Buckinghamshire, the Vale of Aylesbury Scout Shop in Weston Turville will be reopening on April 19th from 7-9pm. In the meantime, the shop is open for click and collect orders by phone. Scout Shop Website Call the Scout Shop on 07808 497357 Read more…
As of the 12th April, there has been some changes to the current Amber status. The key changes are: Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers can meet indoors, with no legal limit on youth numbers, however you should keep it as one section meeting at a time with flexibility for smaller Read more…
Every year on February 22, we take some time to commemorate the history of Scouts and thank the volunteers who make it possible. This February 22 – after what’s frankly been a bit of a rubbish year – we want to double the amount of gratitude we show. We’re asking Read more…
I recently joined the committee for 1ST WOLVERTON SCOUT GROUP as my autistic son was a cub and is now a scout with the group. All the committee members are volunteers and absolutely passionate about the scout group. We aim to create the most amazing experiences for the children (and Read more…
Aimed at Beavers and Cubs (for now), this challenge badge aims to increase awareness of Thames Valley Air Ambulance and what they do, while providing fun activities for Young People. On the Monday Madness show last week, Tessa, Asssistant County Comissioner for Beavers, Lucy, Assistant County Commissioner for Scouts, and Read more…
Do you know a UK Scout aged between 6 and 24 who’s gone above and beyond? We thought so. Why not nominate them as one of the Chief Scout’s Unsung Heroes 2021 and help them be in with a chance of winning £500? Make your nominations here by 16 February: Read more…
Between the 15th and the 17th of January, Wintercamp will be hosting an online camp in place of their usual face-to-face camp. With 150 activities to complete, spread over 6 activity zones, it’s not to be missed! Wintercamp TV will also be live from 6pm on the 15th, providing special Read more…
The Scouts have also announced that from September 2021, we will have a new UK Chief Commissioner, and a new Chair of the Board of trustees. But who are they? (Credit and Source: The Scouts) Carl Hankinson – UK Chief Commissioner (as of September 2021) Carl Hankinson has volunteered with Read more…
