News and Blogs

News and Blogs

• Get your young people ‘flood ready’

  23/08/2018

  

  The Environment Agency has created some brilliant new resources to support young people become more aware of the risks of flooding.

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• Supporting young people through periods of change

  17/08/2018

  

  Young people face many periods of transition. Scouting offers the perfect opportunity to support them and give them the benefit of your knowledge and experience.

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• Badge Support | Geocaching Activity Badge

  17/08/2018

  

  Geocaching is not only loads of fun but it also develops navigational and technological skills. Find out how to support young people working towards Geocaching badges with these resources and ideas. 

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• Using tech to tap into nature

  03/08/2018

  

  Rather than trapping young people inside, digital tools like mobile apps and websites can help them to explore and engage with the natural world.

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• A feast for all: three allergen-free dishes to suit every Scout

  07/05/2018

  Cooking for young people with dietary requirements can be daunting, but it needn’t be so. Here are three campfire favourites, adapted to suit each and every Scout.

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• Planning your programme for the new Scouting year

  28/04/2018

  

  Plan your programme for a fresh new Scouting year with these practical tips.

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• Badge Support | Health and Fitness Activity Badge

  25/04/2018

  

  Encourage your young people to take care of themselves so they're better able to explore the world with these tips to supporting them to achieve their Health and Fitness Activity Badges.

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• 7 egg-cellent Easter activities

  01/04/2018

  

  We all love a good mini egg adorned cornflake cake, but how about using that wooden spoon to mix things up this Easter? 

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• Linking events to support Scouts moving up

  23/03/2018

  

  Guidance and inspiration around linking events to support Scouts moving up from Scouts to Explorer Scout sections. 

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• Planning tips for a topnotch walk

  23/03/2018

  

  Plan your walks and expeditions safely with this useful guide to permits, alongside other walking tips.

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