Shackleton Explorer Scouts – 2021 summary and we have spaces for new members in 2022

Over the past 6 months, many groups have adapted to deliver scouting despite the challenges around COVID. Shackleton Explorers has operated an exciting programme of activities over this time including hikes, navigation training, cooking, axe throwing, bowling, team challenges, survival skills, camping, climbing, abseiling and much more! Over 2021, we …

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Explorer Scouts Invested on Ice!

In December, Neil Armstrong Explorers visited the newly built Horsham ice rink. After much sliding around, 4 new Explorers were invested into the unit! Good fun was had by all day even if much of the night was spent holding onto the railings to avoid falling over! If your interested …

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SRF Explorers Return to Camp

SRF Explorers returned to their first camp last weekend since COVID restrictions had lifted. The weekend was very relaxed and involved some team games, hikes, a lot of food and a visit to the local animal reserve. A few photos of the camp are below. If your interested in joining …

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Drake Explorers return to Camp

In the spring, although we were still locked down, and scouting was only happening on-line, the leadership team decided to provisionally book a campsite on Dartmoor in the hope that we would be able to camp this year. As the lockdown eased the camp became possible; the next challenge was …

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Drake Explorers – Getting back outside

Scouting in Crawley is slowly restarting as COVID restrictions ease. Drake Explorers have taken advantage of being allowed to meet once again over the past months by delivering a varied programme of activities. Some photos of these are available below. Planning is also underway for youth members to complete their …

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SRF Leaders – Teach Scouting Skills

Last week, 1st Southgate Scouts were able to attend a Scouting Skills evening led by the SRF Leaders. During which, they were taught how to use knife, axe and saws safely. This is just one of the many activities Scouts and Explorers are able to partake in. This interactive hands …

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Young people first: Safeguarding and Safety in Scouting

Wherever we go and whatever we do, we put young people’s safety and wellbeing first. Here's how.