From Thursday 25th October to Sunday 28th October, 19 Explorer Scouts and 3 Scout Network from across Crawley District were hosted by Drake Explorers at their annual mountain activity weekend staying at a bunk house in Cynwyd, North Wales. Participants spent 3 days walking in the mountains, including Snowdon (the …
The young people of Crawley have lost the use of a magical outdoor place after the theft of the main electrical cable into the local Scout campsite. At some point during the last week of September metal thieves disconnected and stole 150m of high voltage copper cable from the Pease …
Camelot TSC run a yearly open postal league for Sporter Air Rifle & Air Pistol and this year Crawley District Scouts entered a number of competitors. The league is open to all ages from all clubs and organisations, e.g. Scouts, Cadets, Schools, Rifle Clubs etc from across Great Britain so it presents …
SRF Explorers have recently returned from their summer expedition to France. Whilst there, they too part in a number of activities including: Visiting the Beach, Land Yachting, A 9 mile hike (round trip) to Mont St Michel across the sea, A go in a Gyro-Copter, Mini Golf, A visit to …
A group of 32 Explorer Scouts, Network Members and Associated Supporters have just returned from Drake Explorer Scouts Summer Expedition to Slovenia. They travelled via Venice airport and crossed the border by bus to the small town of Bovec close to the River Soca. It was on the River Soca …
On Saturday 18th August, Scouts, Explorers and Leaders from 2nd Ifield paddled from Pulborough to Stopham Bridge. Over the summer, a number of the Scouts and Explorers have been working towards their British Canoeing One Star and this river trip forms a part of this training. A few photos of the …
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.
SRF last night visited the Three Store in Crawley for a discovery night on Internet safety. In Scouting, we believe that helping young people develop their digital skills in a responsible, fun and safe way is a key to preparing them for a brighter future. Members can partake in two …
Join our Jamboree contingent for an afternoon of activities and fun in aid of the 2019 USA Jamboree.
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.
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.
A FUN DAY OF CELEBRATIONS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! BRING A PICNIC AND BLANKET AND ENJOY THE ACTIVITIES ON OFFER TO HELP FUND THE 2019 WORLD SCOUT JAMBOREE! Please do not drive down the lane, additional parking can be found at Buchan Park. The use of car sharing or public transport is encouraged.
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