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Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Explorers and the Network. Posts from UK leaders and The Scout Association bring a different flavor of the same movement, with plenty to borrow for any troop.
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Flexible Scouting
I have and I have always thought about it as being around the adult support, being able to offer adults who work on shifts or could only give their support one weekend a month the opportunity to support the movement.
Scouts in a world of Discovery (opens in a new tab)
An exciting new partnership outlines '14 things to do before you're 14'.
September (opens in a new tab)
The holidays are over, the nights are drawing in and life begins to get busy again on the Scouting front. The Scouts are camping this weekend, it's Harvest at church next weekend and the Cubs are camping next month to name but a few things we have on.
Back into the swing of things (opens in a new tab)
It wasn't just his dancing at the Gilwell Reunion that helped Wayne get back into the swing of things, as he has also made good use of his time during August.
Inspired volunteers revel in Reunion (opens in a new tab)
Adults from all over the UK enjoyed activities, adventure and Scouting entertainment at a sundrenched Gilwell Reunion last weekend.
Traveling Games
Drat that was 126 not 26 -0000- I am wondering if people have...
Highland swing (opens in a new tab)
Scottish Explorer Scouts joined in the Edinburgh Festival fun at the latest annual national camp last weekend.
Tim Kidd's takeover: the magic of Scouting (opens in a new tab)
This is my last chance to write Wayne's blog before he gets back, andthis week my thoughts have turned to the magic of Scouting.
Bear Grylls runs survival camp for Scouts (opens in a new tab)
Queen's Scouts treated to 24 hours of wilderness camping with the Chief Scout on his private island
Get ready to Acceler8 (opens in a new tab)
Volunteers are preparing for biggest open day of its kind for Scouting adults in Scotland.
Quiz Answers
Oh yes but of course that was the answer I thought this quiz was not that difficult it was just about reading...
I wish I'd gone to the World Scout Jamboree in Sweden!
The 22nd World Scout Jamboree was held in Sweden – and I wish I'd been able to go! I did get an opportunity to attend a selection weekend fo the IST (service team), but was unfortunately unable to make the weekend.
Polldaddy
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Where does the time go
Where does the time go, living away is bad but I thought I would have time to post more
Tim Kidd's takeover (opens in a new tab)
Wayne is off doing other things at the moment and foolishly left me the keys to his blog.
Royal approval for Scouts' Croydon clean-up (opens in a new tab)
A team is adding an artistic touch to clean up efforts following the London riots.
Annual treat returns (opens in a new tab)
A Scouting favourite makes a comeback this month with the publication of The Scouting Adventure Annual 2012.
Home Hospitality for UK Scouts - video (opens in a new tab)
Watch Kim from Stockton-on-Tees enjoy Home Hospitality with a Dutch family after the World Scout Jamboree.
Scouts answer Bookbridge call (opens in a new tab)
International charity is 'totally overwhelmed' by the response to its book collection initiative.
First Class Scout (opens in a new tab)
My uncle recently sent me a box of stuff which included a couple of Scouting related books – 'Gilcraft's First Class Book' and 'How to Pass First Class Tests'. These books were written in 1945 and 1959 respectively (these were actually printed in 1960) and are to help the Scout pass his First Class Badge.
We'll meet again (opens in a new tab)
The 22nd World Scout Jamboree ended just how it began, with a downpour of rain and an outpouring of joy and friendship.
Jamboree heroes prepare to depart (opens in a new tab)
The UK volunteers at the World Scout Jamboree have been at their inspirational best.
So the summer break is here…
Now that summer is here (even though we wouldn't know it – but we are in Britain…), local Scouting is taking a break. As usual, the final evening before the summer for my Troop was a family BBQ where we invite all member of a Scouts family to come and enjoy the (hopefully sunny) summer evening.
A world of discovery for UK Scouts - video (opens in a new tab)
Watch as UK Scouts reflect on their time at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden.
ClanJam 2011 (opens in a new tab)
Last stop on Wayne's visits to this week's International Camps in the UK was ClanJam 2011 at Bonaly Outdoor Centre in Scotland; he also joined them at the Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Strength in Solidarity (opens in a new tab)
Three UK Units have been joined by Patrols from overseas for all the fun of the Jamboree as part of the Solidarity project.
A day in the life (opens in a new tab)
Scouts from all over the UK, many of whom are camping in Sweden or Denmark have been popping in to the Jamboree as day visitors all week.
Charnwood 2011 and Hawkhirst (opens in a new tab)
Wayne continues the fun as he worked his way north, with his first stop at Charnwood, Leicestershire before the long drive to Northumberland and Hawkhirst National Activity Centre.
CamJam 2011 (opens in a new tab)
Cambridgeshire's CamJam is just one of the many international camps taking place across the UK this summer. Wayne kicked off his UK visits by joining the 3,500 participants for the afternoon.
We built this city (opens in a new tab)
One of the most popular zones at the World Scout Jamboree offers young people the chance to create their ideal town, and UK Scouts love it.
You mean they don't get paid to do this? (opens in a new tab)
Many first time visitors just struggle to get it, but Scouting relies almost entirely on its volunteers, and Jamborees are no exception as Wayne observes as he reflects on his visit to the World Scout Jamboree.
Bushcraft Jamboree (opens in a new tab)
Backs to basics camping, water activities and tons of fun was on the agenda for UK Units as they headed off for 'Camp in camp.'
Sub camp life for UK Scouts - video (opens in a new tab)
Watch UK Scouts as they take part in sub camp activities and the Quest and Earth programme modules at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden.
World Scout Jamboree (opens in a new tab)
I've been meaning to write about a few things over the last few days, but haven't got round to it. However, if you're interested in the World Scout Jamboree in Sweden, please take a look at my Group's site where one of our Young Leaders is posting updates and pictures from the WSJ!
Sub camp life for UK Scouts - video (opens in a new tab)
Watch UK Scouts as they take part in sub camp activities and the Quest and Earth programme modules at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree in Sweden.
A field of dreams (opens in a new tab)
UK Scouts are getting into the thick of fun and activities at the World Scout Jamboree.
Simply awesome (opens in a new tab)
From South Yorkshire at 8am until the IST sub camp at midnight, Wayne finally managed to catch up with 66 UK Units plus many of the support teams. The conclusion? Simply Scouting is simply awesome.
Famous faces win Birthday Badges (opens in a new tab)
The winners of Scout Birthday Badges for 2011 have been revealed.
Rafting through Sweden (opens in a new tab)
Improvised rafts for the lakes appearing around the Jamboree site were not the only rafts Wayne learnt about on Saturday.
Time to reflect (opens in a new tab)
After four days at the Jamboree for many it was time to reflect upon their journey and upon their experiences.
Food for thought (opens in a new tab)
A small corner of Sweden is offering UK Scouts a taste of home.
Famous last words (opens in a new tab)
The saying 'famous last words' came back to haunt Wayne yesterday as it rained persistently throughout Friday, but it didn't dampen a single spirit as activities got underway.
Scouts of the world (opens in a new tab)
Jamboree activities are now in full flow, as the participants begin to meet fellow Scouts from all over the globe.
Time for the real thing (opens in a new tab)
Wayne blogs from behind the scenes at the World Scout Jamboree.
Bear Grylls at the Jamboree - video (opens in a new tab)
Watch the UK Chief Scout drop in on the World Scout Jamboree.
'Amazing sight' greets UK Units (opens in a new tab)
The entire UK Contingent has safely arrived at the 22nd World Scout Jamboree.
Viking staging post (opens in a new tab)
Wayne was lucky enough to spend Tuesday with the UK contingent in Copenhagen as they explored the city, got know each other and prepared for the experience of a lifetime at the World Scout Jamboree across the border in Sweden
Danish delight for Jamboree Units (opens in a new tab)
Copenhagen has been awash with UK Units gearing up for the experience of a lifetime.
Busy, Busy, Busy! (opens in a new tab)
Although if you've been looking here recently, you wouldn't have thought so! The last couple of weeks have had me smoothing a lot of ruffled feathers in the Group and sorting a big problem out due to some 'misunderstandings' with another party.