News from Berkshire Scouting Number 31 for 18 September 2005

Photo of the Week

The photo selected this week shows Hungerford Scouts on their Wild Camp Expedition in Wales

Opportunity of a life-time - be part of the Berkshire Contingent for the World Jamboree 2007

The countdown to the 21st World Jamboree in 2007 has begun.  Are you interested in being part of a fantastic event for 40,000 taking place in the 100th year of Scouting,  in assisting 36 young people of Explorer age to have the time of their lives in 2007, in training them over a period of 18 months to grow and work together to form a Unit ready to attend this exciting event and working closely with other Leaders from across Berkshire to make this happen? If you think you are up for this challenge then how about applying to be part of the Berkshire Jamboree Leadership team? Any adult actively involved in Scouting anywhere in Berkshire is eligible to apply. If you are interested go for it. All the details here

Berkshire Scouts on the Radio on Monday

Listen in to Radio Berkshire 8.50 to 9.00 am on Monday 19 September - Berkshire Scout Network challenge presenter Andrew Peach.  Listen on 104.1FM, 104.4FM, 95.4FM, 94.6FM and DAB Digital Radio or via the web at http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio/aod/berkshire.shtml (yes you can listen while you work!)

New Scouts in Action contribution

Scouts in Action contains a new contribution from Tom, a Scout with 1st Hungerford describing all the adventure, challenges and fun on their recent Wild Camp in Wales. more

Congratulations

Congratulations to Peter Davenport from Wokingham District working with Cub Scouts has now completed his adult training after starting it with the old scheme and finishing it with the new Adult Training Programme. more

New Date for the Mount Challenge 2006

The Mount Challenge for 2006 will be held over the weekend 20/21 May.  The Mount Challenge is a lightweight weekend camp of teams of Scouts, lots of fun and adventure with a light touch of friendly competition. more

Chief Scout Silver Award Presentation Evenings

Three presentation evenings for Cub Scouts and Scouts who have recently gained the Chief Scouts Silver Award will be held across Berkshire  on 23 September (Western Area) Thatcham, 30 September (Eastern Area) Maidenhead and  7 October (Central Area) Reading more. Checkout the details in the Diary

New Logo and Web Site Launched for Berkshire Scout Enterprises

A new web site www.bsel.org.uk with a new logo has been recently launched by Berkshire Scout Enterprises. Berkshire Scout Enterprises was formed in 1985 by adult members of the Scout Association in Berkshire in response to growing unemployment amongst young people.  Berkshire Scout Enterprises also uses its resources and expertise to provide practical support to Scouting and other voluntary and charitable organisations in the UK and other parts of the world. more

Summer Expedition Special

The Summer Expedition pages set out to capture some of the magic and adventure of the numerous and varied summer expeditions by Scout Troops and Explorer Scout Units from across Berkshire. A big thank you to all who have submitted the photos - keep them coming in to photo@berkshirescouts.org.uk.  Updated entries from 1st Langley more.

Opportunity to help lead Scouting in Berkshire towards delivering even better Scouting for even more young people. 

There is an opportunity as  Deputy County Commissioner with responsibility for the Programme Team.  The person appointed will provide leadership to the County Programme Team (comprising the various ACCs) and also be a member of the County Steering Team (which meets 6 times per year).  If you are interested in exploring the role contact, or would like to suggest a person for the role please contact  Hamish Stout County Commissioner

From the Scout Association

Click here to download The Scout Associations Annual Report 2005.  Download in PDF format (1.5 Mb)

World Friendship Appeal - Help Scouts from around the world have the experience of a lifetime at the most exciting Jamboree in the history of Scouting. Click here for details

The Month Ahead - Training and Programme Dates in the County Diary