The district was represented at the Nation Scout Rifle Championship in to Bisley, over the weekend of 21st/22nd October. Teams were entered from 2nd Ifield Scout Group, 4th Worth Scout Group, 1st Southgate Scout Group Crawley and 5th Crawley Scout Group.The young people all got to experience a variety of …
The third weekend of October is when JOTA, the Jamboree On The Air, happens. It’s a chance for Scouts from around the world to make contact with each other using amateur radio. This year Crawley District were fortunate enough to get invited to the Crawley Amateur Radio Club (CARC) hq …
Following the completion of my Scouts of the World Award, I’d like to take this opportunity to thank you to all those who have supported so far, but also to encourage any of those who didn’t get a chance to get involved with the sessions I was delivering to have …
Congratulations to Katie, Courtney and Robert who have recently completed their Explorer Belt. The Explorer Belt is a challenge of a lifetime. It’s a chance to take part in a ten day expedition that brings you a real understanding of a different country, its culture and way of life. I …
The district came together to celebration the Coronation with a fun day of activities at Stanford Scout Camp Site concluding with a Campfire
St George being the patron saint of Scouting meant Scouts across the country gathered to their local celebration. Crawley Scouts gathered at Goffs Park along with Councillor Jilly Hart, Mayor of Crawley and Henry Smith, MP. The event started with all the members processing up the hill to Goffs Park …
We rely on people like you playing their part to give young people the opportunities they need. But volunteering’s not just about giving something back. It’s also about doing something that’s good for you. Bear Grylls is helping lead The Big Help Out, but you don’t need to be Bear …
Over the weekend of the 1st and 2nd April, over 25 volunteers descended on 4th Worth Scout HQ to give it a much needed paint and freshen up. The team worked tirelessly hard to redecorate the main hall, toilets, entrance hallway and office. A big thanks to the 14 or …
Congratulations to Stewart Feasby and Harrison Lynn who received their wood badge last week. They both joined 4th Worth as Beaver Scouts many years ago, so the group has grown its own talent as part of a bigger succession plan enabling them to continue to put on an exciting programme of …
On Wednesday 25th January, we had the pleasure to present Paul his Award for Merit for his involvement in Scouting. Paul is currently the AGSL at 1st Balcombe and an Explorer Leader at Neil Armstrong Explorers. The Award for Merit is awarded for outstanding service. It implies keen, conscientious, imaginative …
Build your skills. Boost your happiness. Connect with your local community…. When considering your New Year’s Resolutions, please add volunteering with Scouts in 2023. The benefits go both ways – you can help and give back to local young people and you can also benefit yourself in so many ways …
On Monday 19th December, Crawley District Scouts laid on a free music quiz for leaders and supporters across Crawley. Hosted by 4th Worth Scouts and their GSL, Dave Palmer, over 70 people took part as the photos below show! Congratulations to 1st Southgate for entering the winning team. On behalf …
