Shropshire Scouts Review Spring 2015 by Reviewmedia

Evolution not Revolution New programme will help us move with the times

How to do stuff Fun fact sheets for home projects

Contents Welcome to the SPRING edition of Shropshire Scout Review the magazine for all members, stakeholders and supporters of our exciting county wide community. Whether you are a leader, parent, beaver, cub or scout there’s something of interest for you here. This is YOUR magazine so please contribute your news, views, events and scout related information to Justine at Reviewmedia Ltd on the email below. Calling all amateur photographers and budding news hounds... Reviewmedia Ltd is a local publishing house that is professionally producing Scout Review on our behalf. We need lots of vibrant content for future issues so the staff at Reviewmedia will be running free workshops to help you hone your news and picture desk skills. Leaders, parents or scouts that are interested in becoming a Scout Review accredited contributor can get in touch with Sarah (see below) for information on dates and venues. In the meantime, enjoy your magazine and go try out some of the activities that have kindly been contributed by our sponsors on pages 26 to 29! SHROPSHIRE SCOUT REVIEW is published by

Shropshire County Scout Council

News Update on what’s happened and about to happen at your local group

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Features Picture this… family fun day at Stanley Hall, Astley Abbots, Bridgnorth pages

Let we forget… Scouts and cubs pages visited Belgium to mark the centenary of the First World War. Evolution not Revolution… County Commissioner Dan Potter talks about the vision of Scouting for All

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Get involved Be part of the adventure… A comprehensive list of events and courses pages 20,21&&&22

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Take a hike… Chance to show what you’re made of at Gradbach Scout Camp page

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Fun projects to do at home - produce a fire escape plan, make a dinosaur dance and create compost

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How to do stuff!

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1st Albrighton 1st Bishop’s Castle 1st Broseley 1st Cleobury Mortimer 1st Dawley Brook 1st Ludlow 1st Madeley 1st Much Wenlock 1st Randlay 1st Shifnal 8th Bridgnorth Coalbrookdale Lawley

1st Admaston 1st Edgmond 1st Lilleshall & Muxton 1st Newport 1st Prees 1st Priorslee & St Georges Shawbury Air Scout Wem 1st Wrekin

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1st Bayston Hill 1st Bomere Heath 1st Monkmoor 1st Rea Valley 1st Shrewsbury 1st Shropshire Borders 23rd Shrewsbury 26th Shrewsbury 2nd Longmynd 2nd St Martin’s Boreatton Ellesmere Town Gobowen Meole Brace Oswestry Wattlesborough

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2nd Church Aston 2nd Donnington (Garrison) 2nd Hodnet 2nd Market Drayton (St Mary’s) 2nd Wellington

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2nd Whitchurch Sheriffhales 1st Wombridge 1stHigh Ercall

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Welcome

to our world

2015 is going to be a busy year in shaping Scouting’s fun, challenge and adventure in local Communities.. Scouting needs to be Improving support for innovative, inspiring, empowering, volunteers is key for us to enable our plans to become and above all, rewarding, to keep a reality. Take a look at the the Scouting ‘spark’ that ignites various initiatives inside this magazine to see if a whole world these ‘whet your appetite’ of opportunity to get involved. Flexible learning, accreditation of prior skills and exchanging great ideas that deliver and excite aligned to our Scouting aims and values are key to keeping us relevant in society. My old Scout Leader who passed away late last year used to say: “If you way for 14-25 year olds to help shape always do what you’ve always done, the future of Scouting and you can join you’ll always be what you’ve always in the debate by sending your ideas, been”. Scouting needs to be innovative, questions and comments via @scouts inspiring, empowering, and above on twitter and facebook.com/ukscouts all, rewarding, to keep the Scouting using the hashtag #youshape). ‘spark’ that ignites a whole world of It’s worth remembering too that opportunity. there’s a transition period where both So. What are we challenging versions of the Youth Programme will be ourselves and those around us to available for use (further details outlined get involved with over the year? later and via your local programme Will it be taking part in the support). International County Jamboree in our The implementation of our County town over the summer?; or new Membership Database system will it be stepping forward to undertake (‘Compass’) for all members will fulfill a new challenge in Scouting, one of our ambitions and commitments to which could be the next Shropshire provide a service that we are all proud Severn & Teme District Commissioner?; of. The administration of what all or applying the refreshed and reour members are doing will help us invigorated programme which will build recognise people’s efforts more robustly, on the core elements of our success which has to be a good thing. (outdoors and adventure)? The County team fully appreciates Remember, “the out, comes before the time and effort, and the frustrations in, in Scouting”, so let’s get outdoors of implementing this project. However, I when we can!. am convinced that this will enhance how Ensuring young people shape their we will do things longer term. programmes is key to a sustainable and Finally, we are celebrating being relevant Movement (#youShape is one one of five youth organisations that will

receive new funding from a grant fund to promote innovative grassroots social action. The Better Prepared campaign, in which we are heavily involved, will transform young people’s lives. As an organisation, Scouts equip young people with the key skills to succeed in life; and we want to make sure that every young person has the chance to join Scouts wherever they live in Shropshire. With this funding, we will be able to work with young people who, without the experience of Scouting, may never have the opportunity to get involved with learning and developing skills outside of the classroom. As a last thought, many of us remark we are a Movement… so let’s keep moving forward delivering life changing opportunities to as many Members and Communities that want to get involved. Enjoy your Scouting Dan Potter County Commissioner Shropshire

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Charlie’s on target All back safe and sound from the National Scout Rifle Championships! Boreatton won the scout’s main event 6yd rifle with Charlie Searle, and so now have scout national champions in the both the rifle and archery competitions! Everyone else shot well and we were close to a few more medals. Charlie also won the Most Improved Pistol shooting cup so lots of silverware. She will be joining the National Scout Rifle Squad which she is very delighted about!

Hair-raising experience to fund Swiss expedition

Going. . .

Going... Going. . .

Gone!

Gone

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Kane Walters, of the Kameleonz Explorers, took the brave step to hair his luscious locks cut for charity. The event was held during the lunch break in front of his friends at William Brookes School, Much Wenlock. When the largest part was cut, his friends could cut bits off for a fee. Kane is going to donate his hair for wigs for children who have been affected by cancer and lost their hair. The sponsor money that Kane collected, is going to the Explorers to help fund a trip to Kandersteg in Switzerland. On the day Kane had already collected £50.

Scouting for a new award

A Japanese badge pack has been put together to raise funds for scouts and explorers from Shropshire to attend the world jamboree in Japan 2015. The badge is open to all sections of scouting and is split into three sections, Arts & Crafts, History & Culture and Modern Japan. Also on the badge order form there is an option to request a visit from one of the Jamboree team. To gain a badge each person should aim to complete the required number of activities from any of the sections. Beavers - three activities Cubs - four activities Scouts and Explorers – four + activities

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Hands on a new badge After

Telford’s 2nd Wellington Sout Group took part in the Hands Around the Wrekin event on September 21. One of their leaders organised the badge (pictured) for the event.

Turning Japanese The 1st Ellesmere Cubs had great fun when they held their Japanese evening. They learned how to count from one to 10 in Japanese and a few other Japanese words. Then they drew their outline on large pieces of wallpaper and make themselves into Samurai Warriors. Lastly they created some Origami and made Samurai Warrior helmets.

Paper mates!

Be prepared to get creative

LinX

Camp 2015 July 26 August 1

Following the massive success of Shropshire Scout & Guides camp in the summer of 2012, they’ve decided for a repeat experience - but this time, bigger, longer with more activities. From July 26 to August 1, it will be held in the centre of the historic County town of Shrewsbury – The West Midlands Showground, Berwick Road, Shrewsbury , SY1 2PF on the banks of the River Severn. Planned activities include: Archery; Backwoods Cooking; Climbing; Abseiling; Crafts; Pioneering; Zip

Wire; Water activities and many more. Seven, action-packed days and nights of fun and adventure. It will cost £120 per young person to include all activities, shirt, badge and neckerchief Leaders camping with their units £25 to include shirt, badge and necker. Booking form will be available on www.linxcamp.org Any offers to come and help run the camp and activities will be welcome! Enquiries to: LinX2015enquiries@outlook.com

Do you have an interest in video, illustration, photography or graphic design? Get involved in a new creative idea to ‘transform’ the fleur-de-lis into a series of playful, dynamic and personalised imagery to illustrate the breadth of what Scouting means to our youth members. We’ll use the imagery on national youth-faced social media channels and the fleur-de-lis is the jumping off point for ideas. Create an image of an object(s), scene, typography or person but incorporate the fleur-de-lis shape. The subject matter can be anything so long as it’s related to the following broad themes: action; adventure; fun and friendship; diversity; youthful and youth-shaped; challenging; interaction; teaching or passing on skills; inspiring; teamwork and leadership; positive impact; determination. Send your creative images to communications@scouts.org.uk

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Fun day for t Wooohoooooo

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Bullseye!

Shetland

Hula hoops

Pony and cart!

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Fast and furious fun!

r the family

Awesome Hot Marshmellow s!

Shropshire Severn & Teme again extended an invitation to their fun day to anyone in the county who wanted to attend. The September event took place at Stanley Hall, Astley Abbots, Bridgnorth. Explorers learned all about backwoods cooking while five of their fellow scouts were invested at the crate stacking. Some of the Explorers had their face

scouts all together!

painted on the day. There was a lot to do for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers, including bouncy castles, rope making, pioneering, climbing and gokarts. There was also a tombola and raffle for the Jamboree contingent. The Paracord Bracelets Stall, made ÂŁ200 which will go to the Kandersteg Fundraising. The Explorers hope to go to Kandersteg, Switzerland in July.

Flying H igh in t he sky !

Climbing

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Scouting f Last year the Scouting movement kicked off a five-year plan. Their 2014-2018 strategy is to change lives and make sure every young person in the UK has the opportunity to get involved. Today there are 434,000 youth members supported by 130,000 volunteers. By 2018 the organisation is determined to have 500,000 young people supported by 150,000 volunteers. Dan Potter, County Commissioner for Shropshire, said: “Rather than say ‘if it happens it happens, we’re saying ‘what can we do to help others embrace the magic of scouting?’.” “There are four key areas which are drivers for us to achieve Scouting for All. These are: Growth, Inclusivity, Youth Shaped; and Community.” The organisation plans to grow by opening new units, groups and sections, ensuring all groups have Beavers, Cubs and Scouts. Parents and former youth members will be targeted in a bid to recruit more adult volunteers. The inclusivity aspect of the plan is to make Scouting as diverse as the society in which we live. It aims to ensure all sections admit girls and increase ethnic membership. This key strategy is also about reaching out to the poorer areas – connecting with communities where Scouting doesn’t reflect the demographics of the neighbourhood. The Scouting For All

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g for all masterplan wants to “ensure all young people feel welcome regardless of their faith, gender or background. Equally, money should not be a barrier to joining Scouting.” It is hoped by 2018 every young person will be able to shape their Scouting experience. A newly-appointed Youth Commissioner will ensure young people have a voice at the most senior level of The Scout Association. National and local youth councils will be established to make decisions that shape Scouting’s future. “We want to inspire young people to think ‘I could do that’,” says Dan. The final part of the plan is to have a greater impact on the community and a staged Community Impact Award will be intrinsic to the delivery of this. Sections will be encouraged to start or continue one community impact project per year. The Scouting For All 2014-2018 vision aims to make a positive impact in our communities and prepare young people to be active citizens. Dan concluded: “On a day to day basis we are delivering life changing opportunities for both adults and young people alike.”

Rather than say ‘if it happens it happens,’ we’re saying ‘what can we do to help others embrace the magic of scouting?’

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A solemn occasion...

...But the re’s alwa ys time for a se lfififfiie!

Painted poppies 1st Shrewsbury Beavers and Cubs were asked by the Britain in Bloom committee to produce some wooden, painted poppies for the World War 1 Garden of Remembrance in the Dingle. Both sections put in a lot of effort and love into the poppies and the end result is quite spectacular. SCOUT REVIEW 13

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I attended a meeting of minds as one of 25 people from across the UK to learn more about the updates to the 6-18 programme as well as what is envisaged for the future of Scout Network and how all of that connects with our vision of Scouting for All. The programme has changed with the times, and been reviewed to ascertain it’s ‘fit for purpose’ with the key focus of retaining and growing membership, and embed quality. The last major review in 2001 looked at ages; new sections; types of badges; new ways of thinking. A number of streams of activity have converged on or around the same time…There are some headlines that we will be expanding on. Key themes: � Evolution not Revolution � For Sectional Leaders - this is not a massive change � Review based upon scouting fundamentals � Refresh of the programme to ensure its relevance. � Introduction of a ‘Programme Checker’ (RAG?) to outline the quality of the programme delivered. � Young people need clear recognition/reward when undertaking the programme. The programme changes have been fundamentally youth shaped. The membership has contributed to the changes through surveys and what people believe our programme should be all about: Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers. With regard to the 6-18 programme, a selection of new activity badges were launched for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers last year. Over 250,000 of the new activity badges were sold in the first 4 weeks. The top five highest sellers are: 1. Cub Scout Backwoods Cooking 2. Activity Nights Away Stage 2 Badge 3. Beaver Scout Cyclist Badge 4. Beaver Scout Communicator Badge 5. Hikes Away 2 Badge Stage (Cotswold) The additional 6-18 programme

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Evolution n by Dan Potter - County Commissioner Shropshire

amendments and updates were notified direct to Section Leaders and others. Rollout began in January, with a transition period running through until the end of September 2015. The key messages to share with regard to the 6-18 programme amendments and updates are: � Outdoor & Adventure will form 50% of the programme for each section; � The programme should be shaped

Beavers by young people in partnership with adults; � A focus on teamwork and leadership skills amongst young people, not just roles; � Increased focus on community and the impact Scouting can have; � Promoting individual personal development, and individual challenges, as well as participation; � Supporting leaders and making the programme easier for them to deliver and inclusive for all; � Progression through the sections remains a key aspect of the programme; � All young people to strive and have

the opportunity to achieve the top award for the section. Presentations are being developed to assist those in supporting programme roles, to help explain the background to the amendments and updates as well as provide some additional detail on a section by section basis.

Scout Network � Nationally, 21,000 Members (2,000 Network only Members). � Counties have tried hard to make Network work - Explorers a success. Not writing off the Section (bubble in ES feeding through). � Members struggled to ‘Network’ … More support to facilitate this to happen (Projects; National focus). � Direct correlation that 18-25 Year olds, if they are nurtured and inspired volunteer 4 times as long as a ‘parent/ helper’ volunteer. � Facilitate more flexibility into the running of the Section - particularly around digital platforms. With regard to the 1825 programme, in July 2014 the Operations Committee approved a significant number of recommendations to overhaul the Scout Network in such a way that it builds on the success of Explorer Scouts and is more locally focussed and increasingly attractive to 18-25 year olds in Scouting. Work is now being done to introduce the revitalised Scout Network in spring 2015, with a transition period running through until towards the end of 2015. Key messages with regard to the 18-25 programme development work are: � The Scout District will be the future locus for the development of Scout Network. � Each Scout District will have one District Scout Network. There will

n not revolution We are at an exciting point in ensuring that the programme remains fﬁit for purpose as we look ahead to 2018

be some flexibility for exceptions, particularly during the transition phase. Evidence tells us that most County Scout Networks, and others, are already operating closer to Districts. � The Scout Network will be ‘free to join’ but it will be ‘pay to play’. � All 18-25 year olds in Scouting (Currently, more than 21,000) will

Cubs be members of the Scout Network, including those in other important adult volunteer roles. � District Scout Networks will be supported by a District Scout Network Commissioner (DSNC) similar to the District Explorer Scout Commissioner (DESC). � County Scout Network Commissioner’s will evolve to become

Assistant County Commissioner’s. � Programme Co-ordinators to be introduced (older 25+Network Members - reluctant to leave). � The programme will focus on Adventure, International and Community. � A new UK Scout Network website will allow Members of the Scout Network to search for and participate in projects across the whole of the UK. I came away thinking that we are at an exciting point in ensuring that the programme remains fit for purpose as we look ahead to 2018 and beyond and in helping ensure as many young people as possible have access to the fun, challenge and adventure that we know they gain so much from. Here are some frequently asked questions about the changes: Who tested all this? � We conducted extensive research, undertaking surveys and focus groups across the country, as well as reviewing feedback given to the programme team. The design and illustration of the resource materials was undertaken by a young network of designers so it is very youth shaped and focused on being age appropriate. Why have you removed the Programme Zones? � When we carried out our research, very few leaders used the zones for planning the programme. We concluded that for the programme to be as easy to deliver as possible it should be driven by participating in and achieving badges and awards, especially as this is how many leaders plan their programme. We made sure that all of the elements were still incorporated through the badges and by achieving the Chief Scout Award for the section.

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How were new badges created? � A list was compiled of the most frequently requested badge for each section using data from previous Your Programme Your Voice (YPYV) surveys and the “Red Book” where feedback is logged. These badge titles were then sent out via YPYV for people to rank in order of those they would most like to see added to the programme. These badges were then developed. The majority of proposed new badges have been created by looking at what is currently available in older/younger sections and then scaling the requirements down/up. In some instances, the existing badges have been tweaked to make them more challenging to allow for the clear progression that is required. There are a few new badges that the project team felt would help provide some recognition for things people are already doing with their sections, such as the Beaver Collector and Cub Backwoods Cooking badge.

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Having four award-holders in the county is testament that great things are happening in our movement

County President Mrs Pauline Dee and County Commissioner Dan Potter with Shropshire’s latest Queen’s Scout Award achievers from left: Ruth Brunger, Will Earbley, Ben Williams and Aaron Brunger, and all four of them are from Tern Valley District’s 1st Egmond Scout Group!

Royal approval for fab four �

A Queen’s Scout is a scout who has attained the Queen’s Scout Award. The Queen’s Scout Award is the highest youth award achievable in the Scouting movement. Initially the award required demonstrated proficiency in standardised scoutcraft and skills useful for service to others and the nation. The current requirements focus on personal development and typically involve achieving challenges from several areas such as community involvement, adventurous activities, personal growth and leadership development. The Queen’s Scout Award is the culmination of

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everything that you do as a young person in Scouting. The 500 or so young people in the UK who achieve their Queen’s Scout Award every year are invited to the National Scout Service and Parade of Queen’s Scouts at Windsor castle to mark their achievements. “We always have this top Scouting Award showcased at our Annual County Awards to celebrate the massive achievement. Having four award-holders in the county last year is testament that great things are happening in our movement - and indeed, many of them are helping shape scouting further by taking key leadership roles in the county,” said Dan Potter, County Commissioner, Shropshire Scouts.

Oar-some summer at Andy Miles Centre

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We had another successful summer season at the AMC, with an increased number of paddling activities being offered to groups across the County. Groups from each of the three districts made use of the facilities last year. The conditions were favourable throughout the summer, with the sun shining on every group that paddled. In addition to sessions taking place at the AMC, we also supported a Cub camp at Stanley Hall. All the cubs seemed to enjoy the experience and, again, the conditions were excellent. We are building up a team of coaches who support the work at the AMC by running sessions for

groups that book. Our aim is to keep increasing the size of this team of coaches in order to offer more paddling opportunities for County Scouts. If you have a BCU coaching qualification you haven’t used for ages, or a permit that lapsed in the past, but would like to get out on the water; please get in touch. Even if you are only able to offer very limited amounts of time, it would be great to have some extra support for our excellent team of coaches. We’d also like to hear from keen paddlers who have the skills necessary but would like to learn how to pass those on to our youth members. We are working towards an even more positive 2015 season with more

paddling opportunities on offer. We’d like to welcome back the groups who have paddled with us this year and also meet some new faces. Please get in touch if you’d like us to provide a paddling session as part of your programme. If you are a potential coach or would like to know more about getting involved with the County Paddlesport Team, please contact: n Iain Thomson: iain.thomson1@talktalk.net, If you would like to book sessions at the AMC or would like to discuss possibly paddling activities, please contact me: n Archie Macpherson archiejungle@aol.com

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Remember to check the rules, the website, and the factsheet BEFORE you arrange an activity for your young people.

Safety first to p �

For some time we have been a little concerned about the confusion over Safety and Safeguarding training requirements. With this in mind, we have put together a full programme of training courses. We have again programmed three weekend courses in 2015 and in 2016 - these weekends continue to be very popular.

Changing times

l Module 12 (Providing a Balanced Programme) is to be updated and in future will be in two parts: l Module 12a – Delivering a Quality Programme (To be completed by Section Leaders/Section Supporters/Managers/ Supporters) l Module 12b – Programme Planning (To be completed by Section Leaders and Section Supporters) l Relevant content for the previous Module 22 (Section Support) has been incorporated into the new Module 12a, and therefore it is intended that Module 22 will no longer exist within the new structure. l The Young Peoples’ Training Programme has been reviewed and a revised programme will be launched soon. l Module 3 (Tools for the Job—Section Leaders) will be updated in line with the programme development update l As part of the ongoing work to improve leadership and management in Scouting, a full-scale review of the current training provision for Managers in Scouting is in progress. l Module 4 (Tools for the Job— Managers) is being reviewed alongside the programme development update and the review of manager training.

Safeguarding training

Given the nature of safeguarding, best practice is to attend a face-to-face training course as there is no validation process required for ongoing learning.

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However it is recognised that there may be circumstances where face-to-face training is difficult to access, so the online alternative has been provided to ensure flexibility and accessibility for those who need it. The online training can be found at http://members.scouts.org.uk/ safeguardingonline. This training is primarily aimed at volunteers who need to complete their ongoing mandatory training for review. New volunteers should complete Module 1: Essential Information. If you complete the training online, you will need to show your completion certificate to your line manager and they must then email Lynne Kaye with your name, membership number and date the training was completed so that your training record can be updated.

Safety training

The training is available to anyone who wants to complete it. However, it is primarily aimed at volunteers who need to complete their ongoing safety training for review. New volunteers should complete Module 1: Essential Information, and if completing a Wood Badge, Module 17: Running Safe Activities (for Section Leaders) or Module 23: Safety for Managers and Supporters. The ongoing learning Safety module is offered as a course by Simon Heys, Safety in Scouting Co-ordinator, or online at https://members.scouts.org.uk/ ongoingsafety If you complete the training online, you will need to show your completion certificate to your line manager and they must then email Simon Heys with your name, membership number and date the training was completed so that your training record can be updated. This is where there is some confusion Members need to have completed some form of safety training in the five years prior to their appointment review. This requirement is covered if, during the five years prior to the review, the Leader

o protect our charges has complete Module 1 (Essential Information), Module 17 (Running Safe Activities) or Module 23 (Safety for Managers and Supporters). The ongoing safety training will then need to be completed for subsequent reviews.

Ensuring safe activities

On our Training Courses we frequently refer to POR (Policy, Organisation and Rules), to the Association’s website (www.scouts.org.uk) and to the vast number of information Factsheets available. Remember to check the rules, the website, and the factsheet BEFORE you arrange an activity for your young people. One essential source of information about any activity you might like to include in your programmes can be found at https:// members.scouts.org.uk/supportresources/ search/?cat=26,407. Here you will find ideas and guidance about each activity, details of any national governing bodies, links to relevant factsheets and rules. Also there is access to the relevant pages of the Scout Led and Externally Led Activities indices. These guide you through the requirements for each activity - e.g. which rules apply, is an activity permit required or additional insurance and much, much more. The use of these indices is an essential part of keeping our young people safe Recommendation: It is advisable to ensure that you have completed Modules 12 A & B prior to undertaking Module 38. Leaders are encouraged to complete Modules 12 A & B as early as possible in their training. Front-line leaders should undertake Module 36 as quickly as they can - dealing with challenging behaviour.

Near misses?

There are NO near misses in Safeguarding, if you have any concerns at all, you SHOULD talk to someone – GSL, DC or Lynne Kaye, County Safeguarding Awareness Co-ordinator. If you see things that seem inappropriate or just make you feel uncomfortable – TALK to someone.

If you hear something that seems inappropriate or just make you feel uncomfortable – TALK to someone. There can be near misses in safety. This is when an accident nearly happens and someone is nearly hurt. You need to record the incident on The Scout Association’s near miss form (link: http://members.scouts.org. uk/nearmiss) and report it to your GSL (or equivalent) as soon as possible. If you cannot fill-in the near miss form for any reason, please make sure that your GSL (or equivalent) reports it on line to Headquarters. The incident needs to be looked into by the GSL to ensure the same thing doesn’t happen again. A record of all near misses should be kept by the GSL (or equivalent) so that if a pattern develops appropriate action can be taken to avoid a real accident. If a module has been updated since I completed the training and before I have the module validated will I need to do the new training? No - your validation will be on the basis of the training you attended. Naturally, it would be good for you to try to keep up to date with any revisions but this would count towards your ongoing learning requirement. If you are seeking to validate the module on the basis of some prior learning then the validation criteria current at the time of the validation will apply. Who is Ongoing Learning: The Young Leaders’ Scheme for? This is an ongoing learning module. It is for adults involved in the Beaver, Cub and Scout sections, including Section Leaders, Assistant Section Leaders and Managers (e.g. Group Scout Leaders or District Commissioners). It provides information and practical advice for welcoming, supporting and working with Young Leaders in sections. Ongoing learning opportunities are available to all adults involved in Scouting. The Young Leader Section could be the answer to all our recruitment prayers; the Young Leaders already have scouting experience. It is really important for Leaders who have Young Leaders working in their Sections to understand the Young Leader Scheme and how we can all get the best out of it. Everyone can be a winner if the scheme is run properly - Leaders, the Group, our Young People and, OF COURSE, the Young Leaders themselves.

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Programme Meeting - DESC / YL Trainers / Network Hill Walking Permit Training - Great Tower Workshop 1 Safeguarding Course (19:00 ~ 21:20) RYA Powerboat Level 2 - Hawkhirst Climbing Permit Training - Great Tower Swimming Gala District Practice Managers’ Day Bush Craft Skills Training - Ferny Crofts Chief Scouts Awards Evening Leaders Camping Skills Course (20th ~ 22nd) Swimming Gala CEOP Training (09:45 ~ 16:30) Shropshire Borders Archery Club (14:00 ~ 16~00) Executives Training Day District Commissioners Support Day, Gilwell Park Hill Walking Permit Training or Assessment - Yr Hafod Mountain Leader Training - Yr Hafod Hill and Mountain Skills Course - Yr Hafod Climbing Permit Assessment - Great Tower Power Boat Course Modules 8 & 9 Training Hill Walking Permit Training or Assessment - Yr Hafod Hill and Mountain Skills Course - Yr Hafod Leader Training - Beaver Residential (Hawkhirst) Programme Meeting - ACC / ADC NSRA Rifle Shooting YPS Tutor - Great Tower Camp Craft Practical Skills Course - Woodhouse Park Rescue Emergency Care (REC) First Aid Level 2 - Ferny Crofts Media and communications workshop - Buckinghamshire Shooting Competition (18th & 19th) Residential Section Leader Training (18th & 19th) Mandatory Safeguarding Awareness training (19:00 ~ 21:30) Field Craft Practical Skills Course - Great Tower Archery GB Instructor Award - Ferny Crofts St. George’s Day parade Virgin London Marathon 2015 PL & APL Wk/Ed Sailing Weekend Sailing Have A Go’s Hill Walking Permit Training or Assessment - Yr Hafod Hill and Mountain Skills Course - Yr Hafod Bowling Camp Craft Practical Skills Course - Downe District Hike (9th & 10th) Residential Camping Weekend (9th & 10th) National Archery Comp (9th & 10th) Mandatory Safeguarding Awareness training (19:00 ~ 21:30) BCU/UKCC 2 Star Paddle Sport Award - Great Tower

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TBA Lynne Kaye Great Tower TBA Lynne Kaye Meeting Point House, Telford Lynne Kaye Hawkhirst Great Tower Wellington College Ferny Crofts

Quarry Pool 1st Priorslee Scout HQ Sundorne School Sports Hall Gilwell Park Yr Hafod Yr Hafod Yr Hafod Great Tower Shropshire sailing club TBA Yr Hafod Yr Hafod Hawkhirst TBA Great Tower Woodhouse Park Ferney Crofts Buckinghamshire Parklands Market Drayton Scout HQ Meeting Point House, Telford Great Tower Ferney Crofts

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London St Martin’s Plas Menai, Wales Colemere Sailing Club Yr Hafod Yr Hafod Downe Shawbury TBA Lynne Kaye Phasels Wood, Herts Meeting Point House, Telford Lynne Kaye Great Tower

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Shrewsbury Mayor’s Sunday District AGM Archery GB Instructor Award - Great Tower Sailing Have A Go’s Modules 13 & 19 Training Hill Walking Permit Training or Assessment - Yr Hafod Hill and Mountain Skills Course - Yr Hafod Single Pitch Award (SPA) Climbing Training or Assessment - Yr Hafod Raft Building Permit - Hawkhirst Camping weekend (13th & 14th) Workshop 1 Programme Meeting - DESC / YL Trainers / Network Explorer Mountain Weekend - Yr Hafod Fundays – Gilwell Park and Woodhouse Park (20th & 21st) Climbing Permit Training - Ferny Crofts 24 Hour Pedal Car Race Media and communications workshop - Bristol Stretondale Hike Modules 16 & 17 Training Hill Walking Permit Training or Assessment - Yr Hafod Hill and Mountain Skills Course - Yr Hafod Non-Camping Modules for Woodbadge only Climbing Permit Assessment - Ferny Crofts Mandatory Safeguarding Awareness training (19:00 ~ 21:30) Explorer Mountain Weekend - Yr Hafod Gilwell 24 – Gilwell Park (10th ~ 12th) International opportunity: You’re up 2015, France International opportunity: Peak 2015 International opportunity: Haarlem Jamborette (Spaarnwoude near Amsterdam and Haarlem.) Linx 2015 (26 Jul ~ 1 Aug) International opportunity: 5th International Rover Week 23rd World Scout Jamboree (Kirara-hama, Japan) (28 Jul to 8 Aug) Module 18 Training BCU/UKCC 2 Star Paddle Sport Award - Hawkhirst International opportunity: CamJam DofE Leadership Residential - Downe International opportunity: Uganda Scouts Centenary Jamboree DofE Gold Expedition Training or Assessment - Yr Hafod Project 826- Epping Forest Water Sports Academy - Hawkhirst Mountain Leader Training - Yr Hafod Hill and Mountain Skills Course (1) - Yr Hafod Reunion 2015 (4th ~ 6th) Residential Camping Weekend (5th & 6th) Mountain Leader Training - Great Tower Mountain Leader Assessment - Yr Hafod Hill and Mountain Skills Course (2) - Yr Hafod Intense (11th ~ 13th) Media and communications workshop - Birmingham Archery Competition (12th & 13th)

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Great Tower Colemere Sailing Club TBA Yr Hafod Yr Hafod Yr Hafod Hawkhirst TBA TBA Yr Hafod Woodhouse Park Ferny Crofts

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Bristol Long Mynd TBA Lynne Kaye Yr Hafod Yr Hafod 26th Shrewsbury HQ Lynne Kaye Ferny Crofts Meeting Point House, Telford Lynne Kaye Yr Hafod Gilwell France Abroad Holland Abroad Japan TBA Hawkhirst Abroad Downe Uganda Yr Hafod Epping Forest Hawkhirst Yr Hafod Yr Hafod TBA Great Tower Yr Hafod Yr Hafod Woodhouse Park Birmingham TBD

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Single Pitch Award (SPA) Climbing Training - Great Tower RYA Powerboat Level 2 - Great Tower Mountain Leader Assessment - Great Tower Hill and Mountain Skills Course (3) - Yr Hafod Archery Comp Bowling GSL & DESC Induction Day Single Pitch Award (SPA) Climbing Assessment - Great Tower Archery GB Instructor Award - Ferny Crofts Media and communications workshop - South Wales Mandatory Safeguarding Awareness training (19:00 ~ 21:30) Hill and Mountain Skills Course - Yr Hafod Castaway - Scouts Bush Craft Skills Training - Ferny Crofts Castaway - Cubs CEOP Training (09:45 ~ 16:30) Leader Training - Beaver Residential (Downe) Swimming Gala JOTA / JOTI (17th & 18th) JOTA (17th & 18th)

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Explorer Mountain Weekend - Yr Hafod Scarefest (31 Oct ~ 1 Nov) Leaders Awards Evening Programme Meeting - DESC / YL Trainers / Network Cubs County Swimming Gala 5-O-Side Football Network Day (Nov / Dec) Mandatory Safeguarding Awareness training (19:00 ~ 21:30) Rescue Emergency Care (REC) First Aid Level 2 - Yr Hafod Hill and Mountain Skills Course - Yr Hafod Quiz 2015

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Great Tower Great Tower Great Tower Yr Hafod Bowbrook Archers

Great Tower Ferney Crofts South Wales Meeting Point House, Telford Lynne Kaye Yr Hafod Ferny Crofts !st Priorslee Scout HQ Downe

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Market Drayton Meeting Point House, Telford Lynne Kaye Yr Hafod Yr Hafod Priorslee Carol Service

35th Border Hike Would you like to compete in a demanding ‘Incident Hike’ based around the challenging mixed terrain of Gradbach Scout Camp, on the borders of Derbyshire, Staffordshire and Cheshire? Both competitions (the Border Hike and the John Bradbury Trophy) run side by side for both Scouts and Guides (11 years to 14 years old) and Explorers (14 years to 18 years old). If you would like to join us, the dates for your dairy are: 18th to 20th September 2015.

Prizes worth £100

The competition is based at Gradbach Scout Camp in the heart of the peak District. Camp from Friday to Saturday. Teams of four, plus leader, only £50. Prizes worth £100 for the winning team in each age group and trophies for 1st, 2nd and 3rd in each age group. All teams receive a Hike Pennant and certificate for each member who completes the event. For further information, contact Tony Rushworth on either 01625 431 006, tony@ borderhike.co.uk, or follow the Border Hike link on www. gradbachscoutcamp.org.uk

18-20 sept 2015

8th Bridgnorth Scout Group is growing Last Summer we had eighteen Cubs ready to move up to Scouts, but the Scout Leader could only accept four as the Troop was almost full. So a group of parents, including our Chairman David Preece, proposed if I, as GSL, would run a second Troop, they would all help and act as ASLs. That is what has happened. We started the second troop in September taking most of those Cubs who were ready to move up. A few former Cubs who had not found

it convenient to attend Scouts on a Tuesday came back to us to join the new Thursday Troop and a few youngsters new to Scouting have joined us, bringing 8th Bridgnorth Thor Scouts up to 22 members. With two Beaver Colonies, three Cub Packs and two Scout Troops our total young membership is now 142. But I don’t think we have finished growing yet! We have enough youngsters on our waiting list for Beavers to start a

third colony and we really ought to have an Explorer Scout Troop based in Bridgnorth. All we need is a few more adults, whether they are parents, uncles, aunts, grandparents or friends to volunteer a couple of hours a week (and perhaps a little bit more) and we could do it. Trevor Padget Group Scout Leader 8th Bridgnorth Scout Group

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Wrekin Camp Site is located on the slopes of The Wrekin near the village of Little Wenlock in Shropshire. 2nd Wellington Scouts have taken over the Wrekin Camp Site and have been carrying out a lot of work to the site and its buildings. The Wellington building has had the roof replaced, part of the walls rebuilt and a wood-burning stove installed. The toilet blocks have been refurbished and the floors and walls painted. The two main buildings have had face-lifts with floors and walls mended and painted, together with drainage work on the main site. Security gates have been placed on the buildings, tables and chairs have been replaced and the driveway to the site repaired. The Wrekin Campsite is open to all Scouts and Guides and their training teams.

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