Youth Summit 2

Scottish Headquarters
are looking for Explorer Scouts and Scout Networkers from all of the Districts in Scotland to take part in what has become known as Youth Summit 2. An event being held at Tulliallan Police College between Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th June 2010.

The event is an opportunity to take part in a series of fun activities and workshops that range from the unusual to the outright strange but all with the objective of hearing your voice and giving you the opportunity to set the direction for Scouting on Scotland over the next 3 years including programme, communication, diversity and youth empowerment to name a few!

The evening will be lots of fun with surf simulators, bucking broncos, wii games, hovercraft madness and art attack!



The weekend is a full residential experience and is heavily subsidised by headquarters. The cost per person has been restricted to £20 although you may be able to seek financial support from your unit.

The deadline for applications is Monday 7th June; however places are limited to 120 with over half having been secured by the time of sending this e-mail so if you would like to be considered, please reply to - at terryoneill2003@yahoo.co.uk - sooner rather than later so that I can get the application form to you?

Bosnia

Two of our Leaders from the District are going to bosnia.

I have enclosed some info regarding what they are planning on doing.

Brian and June Miller are planning a return trip to Bosnia with International Fire and Rescue (IFRA).

The main aim of the mission is to train firefighters in using breathing apparatus, and in First Aid skills.

We also plan to visit the local village school, which is somewhat deprived.
It would be great if you could help us with our 'mini' venture - Pencil Case Appeal.
That is to donate pencils, erasers, sharpeners, rulers, pens and pencil cases to give to each of the children within the local school. Kevin also gave me an idea to take out some solar powered calculators.
You may be able to help as a whole group, or an individual section. Any donations would be greatfully received, prior to breaking up for the Summer Holidays.
A photograph would be a bonus to take out with us, to show the Bosnian children who donated these items, but is optional.

Another idea that crossed my mind was that Cubs may want to write or Beavers draw a picture to exchange (similar to having a penpal).

Cubs Home Safety Badge

National Grid are the proud sponsor of the Cub Scout Home Safety Badge. Working with The Scout Association they have produced a free activity pack to help Cub Scouts achieve their badge.


For National Grid, the largest utility provider in the UK, safety is a key issue. Helping young people become aware of simple measures they can take to be safe in and around their homes is a great place to start.

We all take our domestic electricity, gas and water supply for granted, but not everyone is sure of what to do if there is an emergency, the lights go out or if there is a gas leak.

More Info click on the link below

Home Safety Badge

District Sports Day

It was Saturday 15th May.
The sun was shinning.
This was not meant to happen.
It was the District Sports Day.
The Field Activities for the Cubs , Scouts and Explorers were run in the morning.



















The beavers turned up at 12 to take part in their sports day and this was followed by the track events in the afternoon.

Over all it was a good day and the winners of the different trophies were as follows.

Beavers was won by the 66th Aberdour
Cubs was won by the 46th Cowdenbeath
Scouts was won by the 46th Cowdenbeath.
The Group Trophy was won by the 66th Aberdour

The Explorer trophy was won by both the 48th Dalgety Bay and the 68th Inverkeithing.

I would like to thank everyone who turned up and also everyone who help to run the day!!!

Shelter Box Scavenger Hunt

Scouts prepared for ShelterBox scavenge in stunning surrounds

ShelterBox will be putting super Scouts from around the country to the test against the stunning backdrop of Scotland’s capital, Edinburgh.

International disaster relief charity ShelterBox is calling on Scouts to be prepared to go the extra mile and make sure the charity’s Big Green Box Week ends with a bang. On Saturday, June 19 the ShelterBox Scavenger Hunt will be taking place in Edinburgh and will see hundreds of Scouts navigate their way through the city by decoding a series of clues, armed with the charity’s iconic, big green boxes.

The ShelterBoxes are usually found in disaster zones around the world. Each box typically contains a 10-person disaster relief tent, blankets, kitchen sets, a stove, water purification and storage equipment, basic tools, a children’s activity back and other vital items.

ShelterBox has been partnered with the Scout Association since 2009 and the ShelterBox Scavenger Hunt promises to be a fantastic opportunity for Scouts to learn more about disaster relief as well as having a great day out.

James Webb, ShelterBox Scout Coordinator, said: ‘The ShelterBox Scavenger Hunt will be a great adventure for Scouts of all ages. They’ll be put under some challenging demands carrying an empty ShelterBox and using their navigation skills to trek across Edinburgh. I hope many Scouts will take up the opportunity and put their Scouting skills to the test.’

The start and finish will be from a central location which will remain a mystery until nearer the date and there will be a selection of fantastic prizes for the winning teams. Each team should be made up of a Scout Leader and three to five Cubs, Scouts or Explorers.

Places are limited so any groups wishing to take part should register quickly by e-mailing youngshelterbox@shelterbox.org.
The Scavenger Hunt will mark the end of ShelterBox’s Big Green Box Week, a week full of fundraising up and down the country.
People who cannot make the Scavenger Hunt are being urged to get involved in the many other events ShelterBox is holding. Further information is available from www.youngshelterbox.org.

Scouts around the world have already helped ShelterBox in a number of disaster zones. Most recently, Scouts in Haiti assisted with the distribution of hundreds of ShelterBoxes in Port au Prince after the catastrophic earthquake in January.

April News

Here we are again,
At the end of another busy month.
Here's what i have been up to.

I have been and invested a few people during the month.
Jaqui Dewar(41st Beavers)
Chris Dewar(13th Scouts)

Had a meeting with the Adc's to arrange the forthcoming sports day in May.

I attended the Blair Atholl training weekend at Fordell Firs(The district has two explorers attending this event)
During this weekend i also visited the 41st Scouts who were camping there for the weekend.

I attended the Inch Fellowship meeting which was held at the 68th Inverkeithing hall.

The main activity of the month was our district's St George's weekend camp.
This was held at Fordell Firs and we had close on 150 cubs/scouts/explorers camping for the weekend with over another50 beavers coming up on the Sunday for our service.

During the service the following awards were presented.

Liam Ward(48th)Duke of Edinburgh Bronze
Shaun Ward(48th) Duke of Edinburgh Silver
Callum Robertson(48th)Duke of Edinburgh Silver
Alan Reddington(48th St Davids Troop)Wood Badge
Alan Connery (13th Scouts)Wood Badge
Cath Cusator(Badge Secretary)25 Year service

Well Done to all.