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Shackleton Explorers Activity Camp
This weekend Stanford Campsite hosted Shackleton Explorers and their summer ’18 activity camp. Not only did they have fantastic weather, but a great programme which included clay pigeon shooting, a hike, rock climbing, and a campfire! Also a great chance for new members to get to know the unit and learn more about the Explorer section. If you are interested in finding out more visit their website by clicking here.
Our website’s had a facelift!
In line with the newly released scout brand guidelines, we are pleased to announce our website has had a much lifted facelift. Our new website is fully responsive (making it easy to read on a number of different devices), uses the latest security and performance enhancements and allows users to …
A vibrant new brand and identity for the Scouts
A new brand and visual identity for the Scouts went live this week, focusing on skills for life as our key benefit. As well as making it easier to talk about Scouting, we have introduced a new logo, colour palette, free brand font and tone of voice. The changes come …
Award of Merit
Congratulations to Denise Kilpatrick who was recently presented her Award of Merit for her work as the District Young Leader Commissioner. The Award for Merit is given for outstanding service of not less than 12 years. It implies keen, conscientious, imaginative and dedicated service over a sustained period.
The benefits of volunteering
New research has shown that volunteering has a hugely positive impact on the lives of those who volunteer in the charity sector, but their efforts are not always supported by employers. According to the research, the majority of volunteers reported having improved life satisfaction (70%) and self-esteem (66%) since beginning …
Wondered how to build a Scout Rope Bridge – 2nd Ifield Scout Group show the way!
Every year 2nd Ifield Scout Group construct and operate a Rope Bridge over a small pond at the annual Ifield May Fayre. In this post, we provide a brief summary of how we construct the rope bridge for those who are interested.
2nd Ifield Cubs – Opening a new Cub Pack
2nd Ifield Scout Group is pleased to open their second Cub Pack. The pack was formally opened last Wednesday following a number of months work with Mark Guy, our County Development Officer. The biggest challenge was to put together a leadership team. After several months of planning and preparation they …
St Georges Day Awards – Roll of Honour
We are proud to announce that 4 adults from across our District have been recognised by our Chief Scout and been awarded a St George’s Day Award. Baden Powell chose St George to be the Patron Saint of Scouting. St George embodied the qualities to which he wanted Scouts to …
St George’s Day Celebrations
Sunday 22nd April saw members from all the Group in our District join together in Queen’s Square to celebrate Scouting’s patron saint, St George. The procession, lead this year by 2nd Ifield’s large green dragon, took the Scouts through the town centre into the Square. We heard the story of …
District Youshape Event 2018
On Sunday 15th April, Crawley District Scouts Youth Commissioners ran the first District Youshape event at Stanford Scout Campsite. Over the course of the day, we had just under 50 participants from across Cubs, Scouts and Explorers. It was a shame about the weather but everyone had fun regardless! During the day, the participants got to try a number of activities including Archery, Rifle Shooting, Backwoods Cooking, Fire Lighting, Team Games and a Youth Forum.
5th Crawley Brave the Elements for a 60th Anniversary Hike
Beavers, Cubs and Scouts from 5th Crawley braved the chilly conditions today to take part in a Group hike, starting in Maidenbower and hiking to and from their headquarters in Three Bridges. Hot chocolate, teas and coffees and plenty of cake refuelled everyone at the half-way point, and all those who took part received a special badge, which was designed by section members to celebrate the Group’s anniversary in 2018 and can be worn on uniforms for the year. This was the first of three celebration events planned for 2018; in June the Group will be running a Group Camp at Stanford Scout Campsite in Pease Pottage and in September there will be a celebration family fun day at the Gatwick Aviation Museum.
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