The photo selected this week shows 3rd Newbury Scouts on top of the world at Beacon Hill, near Highclere, Newbury
Kevin Birchmore is stepping down as ACC(Explorer Scouts) with effect from 15th April. On behalf of all of us, I want to thank Kevin for the tremendous leadership he has given to the formation and establishment of Explorer Scouting across the County over the past several years.
Also with effect from April 15th, I am delighted to be able to inform you that Kevin will take on the role of County Scout Network Commissioner. There is much to do to build on the work thus far in creating Scout Network so that we can realise the true potential of this – still fledging – Section. I am sure that we all wish Kevin well in leading next stage of this work, and that he can rely on the support of all of us. Hamish Stout, County Commissioner
I am really pleased to be able to advise that with effect from 1st May, the role of ACC(Explorer Scouts) will be taken on by Mark Elliott who is currently District Explorer Scout Commissioner in Loddon District. Mark has made a great contribution to the development of Explorer Scouts in Loddon, and he is ideally placed to support the development of the Explorer Scout Section across the County to reach even greater heights! Hamish Stout, County Commissioner
It is now only two weeks to go to the Dig the Dirt day (22nd April) for all 17 to 25 year olds across Berkshire. Are all the 17-25 year olds in your Group, Unit or District signed up for this fabulous day out? This is a day not to miss with great activities at Diggerland a unique adventure park where you get to drive real diggers and so much more and at the Ski Centre on the longest toboggan run in the UK. The day will also contain a SNet Forum and AGM. Contact Sue Clarkson for the all the info international@berkshirescouts.org.uk more
This module is particularly appropriate to those who support section leaders, for example Group Scout Leaders and sectional Assistant District Commissioners. The module is open to all as part of your training programme or your on-going training. The module will be held on Sunday 30 April 2006 9.30am with a finish by 1.15pm at 79th Reading Headquarters off Armour Hill Tilehurst, Reading. This Module looks at defining the Scout Association’s policy regarding its members who have Special Needs and outlines the procedures and good practices towards those members. It also gives guidance on appreciating how someone with Special Needs may impact on a Section or a Group and what resources are available to help with this. Adult Training Module 36 Special Needs click here to book
An Open Day will be held on Saturday 22 April 12.30 to 4.30 at Oxford Road Primary School in Reading to help launch a new Scout Group. If you could offer an activity such as crafts or just some fun which will be suitable for 6 year olds upwards please contact Geoff Mitchell as soon as possible.
As part of their 90th Birthday Programme, Hertfordshire Cub Scouts have launched 'Think of Others and Raise a Smile'. This programme celebratec 90 Years of Cub Scouts and raises funds for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity. more
The Berkshire-wide on-line Nights Away and Activity notification system is proving a real winner with Adult Leaders. All events which involve at least one overnight even in your own Scout HQ need to be notified to your DC and the host DC Make your your life simple and do it on line at Nights Away Notification or for activities away from your normal meeting place and no overnight involved use Activity Notification
Following the great success of the weekly electronic News from Berkshire Scouting, the Scout Association are now following suit. If you did not receive your electronic copy of Scouting+ in the last week this means you have not registered on the Membership Database or provided your email address. Click here to start the process today. Read more here. Your membership number is on your warrant, on the mailing label of Scouting Magazine or via the Information Centre on 0845 300 1818.
Based around the Volvo Round the World Ocean Race, the free Volvo activity pack for Beavers, Cubs and Scouts has arrived. more
April 2006
11 2007 Coordinators (Reading)
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22 Scout Network Activity Day with Forum and AGM
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24 Adult Training Module
11 Administration (Section) (
Southern Area )
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25 County Programme Team Meeting (Reading)
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26 Adult Training
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26 WINGS2009 Steering Group (Reading)
30 Adult Training Module
36 Special Needs
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May 2006
6–7 Adult Training Module
16 Nights Away
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6 Regional GSLs Forum
6 Jamboree Unit - Kick-Off meeting (Emmbrook School)
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8 Adult Training
Validation Session (
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9 Adult Training Module
1 Essential Information (
Southern Area )
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9 County Executive Committee (Earleywood)
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When you are out and about on an adventure over the Easter Holiday period don't forget to capture the occasion in a photo or two and send them in to photo@berkshirescouts.org.uk.
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