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Your Scout Network Team Adrian Wray, UK Adviser (Scout Network)

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Emma Saunders, Programme and Development Adviser

Stairway to ‘11

The Scout Association, Gilwell Park, Chingford, London E4 7QW Contributions to: programme@scouts.org.uk ADVERTISING Richard Ellacott richard.ellacott@thinkpublishing.co.uk Tel: 020 8962 1258 Contributors: Andy Watson, Patrick Rooke, Paul Johnson Cover photograph: Becky Tompkinson For ease of reading, this supplement refers to all variations of ‘county’ groupings simply as County.

You can read all the section supplements, and the main magazine, online at www.scouts.org.uk/magazine

Contributors

Emma Saunders looks back on a busy year, and forward to one that holds international promise and eventful meet-ups

Welcome to the December/January issue of Network. I hope that 2010 has been a good and adventurous year for you and 2011 is set to be the same, with lots of events and campaigns coming up.

Sweden soon

Fi Durrant is a youth worker in Hampshire, and tells us about the role faith plays in her Scouting. See page 10.

Not long now for those of you attending the 22nd World Scout Jamboree, as Unit Leaders or International Service Team. I hope that the planning and preparations are going well and the Join-in-Jamboree resources received with the last issue will help the whole Network get involved.

Andy Watson is part of Bath Network, also an Explorer Scout Leader and a climbing instructor.

He’s also entered the national Kubb championships, and explains the game on page 8.

More than a magazine This issue of Network takes us into 2011 and we’re constantly trying to improve the content to support and inform you. We aim to provide plenty of activity ideas and instructions throughout the year, more support with life issues and case studies about what Networks across the UK are getting up to.

In this issue we look a bit deeper at the spiritual element of Scouting and how faith affects two Network members. We also visit the Intense Network Camp in Avon, where we learn the rules to the game of Kubb, which is increasingly popular at Network events.

We haven’t forgotten the regulars which include Scouting skills, Network news and an events listing with an international flavour.

As always if there is anything you would like us to feature or promote please get in touch at scouting.magazine@scouts.org.uk

Contents 4 Network news Activity academies, Queen’s Scout reception news, camp with the Chief and visit the Jamboree

5 New training modules

7 Intensely Scouting Our visit to Avon’s Network camp and the rules of Kubb

10 Faith and Network

For taking young people on residential experiences

How important is faith when the Scouting journey reaches Network?

6 Knowing me, knowing you

13 Your Programme, Your Voice

How two Scouts made use of a great scheme in Sweden

The results of the magazine survey

15 Scouting skills A very Cornish pioneering project

16 Queen’s Scout Award In praise of Scouting’s best award

17 Who ya gonna call?

Our new partnership with Save the Children

18 Events listing

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News

What’s happening nationally and what you’ve been up to. Email your news to scouting.magazine@scouts.org.uk Activity Academies open for business Hawkhirst and Youlbury will play host to the next round of academies after their successful trial last year. This time out you can work on your watersports or get an introduction to instructing, both in beautiful surrounds with people your own age.

See page 14 for further details.

See you in Sweden?

Survive with Bear The Chief Scout’s survival camp will next year be open to Scout Network members who have gained the Queen’s Scout Award. See page 16 for a teaser of what the camp involves and how you can put your hat in the ring to attend.

Day visitor tickets are now available to purchase from the Swedish Jamboree team. Adult day tickets for 28 July – 6 August cost 150SEK (approx £14). For more information and to buy your tickets visit shop.worldscoutjamboree.se

Video stars Congratulations to Cheshire Network for winning our video competition (and being the only entrants!)

Go to www.youtube.com/cheshirescoutnetwork to see their work. We’re still convinced that social media is a great way to promote what you do, and would be keen to see any videos you make and learn of their success. Send us a link or share via the ‘Scout Network Supplement’ Facebook group.

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Queen’s Scouts honoured The latest class of Queen’s Scouts received their awards from UK Chief Commissioner Wayne Bulpitt at a plush reception in London’s Science Museum.

Chief Scout Bear Grylls also popped in for lunch with the award holders as part of his tour of the South East. This year’s national reception will be the last in the current format. Future certificate presentations will be organised and hosted at a Regional and/or Country level.

The National Scout Service and Parade will be held at Windsor Castle on Sunday 1 May 2011. Those of you who have recently achieved your Queen’s Scout Award will be invited to attend in January. To avoid disappointment RSVP as soon as possible.

WWWhat’s going on? scouts.org.uk is going through a revamp and beta pages to support the Network section are available to view and look through. These include the most up-to-date information, a new menu system and a fresh look and feel. Look for the ‘Information and Resources’ area at www.scouts.org.uk to see for yourself.

New modules for leaders Is there a night away, sleepover, camp or residential experience on your horizon?

No matter what type of overnight experience you are planning or helping out with, it is essential that you have the right tools for the job says Samantha Marks

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he Scout Association now offers two modules to enable you to provide overnight experiences with confidence. In order to become more flexible and relevant in the training available, Module 16: Nights Away has changed and a new Module 38: Skills for Residential Experiences has been created.

Module 16: Introduction to Residential Experiences This gives an introduction to the place, value and organisation of residential experiences, and their importance in Scouting. This will be a shorter version of the obligatory module that all section leaders need to complete.

Module 38: Skills for Residential Experiences This focuses on the skills to plan and run a successful residential experience for young people. It reflects the skills needed for a Nights Away Permit and aims to help

leaders gain new skills and consolidate their knowledge.

These changes will give you more flexibility and choice over the training you receive.

The Nights Away Permit Scheme remains a separate national scheme, so while these modules aim to give you all the knowledge you need, if you want to gain a Nights Away Permit, you will still need to be assessed separately (you don’t need a Nights Away permit to get your Wood Badge).

Remember though, that there are no pre-requisites for gaining a Nights Away Permit – you don’t have to attend either of these courses to get one. In fact, if you have a Nights Away Permit then you can automatically validate both of these modules without attending any training.

more info For more about training – adult.support@scouts.org.uk For more about The Nights Away Permit Scheme – activities@scouts.org.uk

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Knowing me, knowing you Patrick Rooke learns of the ups and downs of volunteering in Sweden from two young Scouting adults who took advantage of a European scheme

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n the current economic climate, entering the world of work is a daunting prospect. With the unemployment rate amongst 18-25 year olds at over 1 million, competition for jobs is higher than it has ever been before. Internships and work experience placements are increasingly seen as the best way to gain skills and boost the chances of penetrating the job market.

In preparation for the World Scout Jamboree in Sweden next year, The Scout Association and the Swedish Scout and Guide Council, in partnership with the British Council, work together in running the successful European Voluntary Service (EVS) scheme.

Kate Wilson, 24, and Mike Randall, 26, have recently returned from a four month stint in Stockholm on the EVS scheme, and it’s had a big impact on their lives.

‘I was very excited about being offered the place on the EVS scheme’, says Kate. ‘At first, I thought it would be similar to university, with plenty of opportunity to meet new people and have a good time, but it was so much more than that. All of the staff in the Swedish Scout Office were so welcoming, friendly and helpful.

They supported not only our work but also giving us ideas of places to explore in Stockholm.’

Mike of all trades The variety of tasks given to EVS volunteers during their placement is huge, as Mike explains. ‘Organising a World Scout Jamboree requires a lot of work from staff and volunteers. While I was in the office, I could be doing any number of things within one day; answering emails, co-ordinating the international and Swedish Jamboree roadshows, writing web articles and developing programme items to help Swedish Scouts prepare for this once in a lifetime experience.

‘However, because my placement was during the summer months, I spent a lot of time outside the office.

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I travelled Sweden promoting the Jamboree, encouraging as many people as possible to get involved with the event. I hadn’t done that much public speaking before, and although a daunting experience, I loved every minute of it. It has boosted my confidence and strengthened my ability to talk to large groups of people.’

Home from home Both Kate and Mike quickly became accustomed to life in another country and are proud of everything they accomplished during their time in Stockholm. ‘It is hard at times living abroad, away from your friends and family,’ says Kate. ‘Facebook and Skype definitely made things a lot easier in terms of communication. However, the occasional hard times being away from the UK are outweighed by all the positives and wealth of experience you gain by being on the EVS scheme.

‘The placement gave us both a strong set of transferable skills. It developed our self-confidence and public speaking ability, boosted our written and oral communication, enhanced our IT skills and our capacity to manage a high and varying workload. All of these skills are attractive to employers back in the UK. ‘It’s not just the skills we gained that made the EVS placement a life-changing experience for us. It was a fantastic opportunity to experience a different culture and way of life in another country. Rarely will you learn so much about how other people live and, ultimately, learn more about yourself.’

What’s the story?

If you’ve benefitted from a volunteering opportunity we’d like to hear about it. Send your account to scouting.magazine@scouts.org.uk and we may feature it in a future issue.

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cks object is to knock over wooden blo Kubb is a lawn game, in which the Sweden, the game is becoming with sticks. Though it originated in iast ork camps in the UK. Kubb enthus increasingly popular at Scout Netw es ork, gives us a rundown of the rul Andy Watson, of Bath Scout Netw

Kubb is played on a 5m x 8m pitch, with a halfway line at 4m.

You will need • 10 ‘kubbs’ (7cm x 7cm x 15cm blocks) • 1 king (9cm x 9cm x 30cm) • 6 sticks or batons (3.5cm diameter; 30cm length) • A place to play, and markers for the pitch.

How to set out the pitch The two 5m sides of the pitch are called the baselines.

Each team may place their five kubbs anywhere they like on the baseline; typically they are spaced apart to make hitting them more difficult. The king is placed in the centre of the pitch.

Who goes first?

Each team throws a baton towards the king; whoever lands their baton closest wins. However, if you knock the king over you lose!

How to throw the baton The baton must be thrown so that it flies vertically and does not intentionally rotate on the horizontal axis.

Throws should be straight and underarm.

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How to play • Each team takes it in turns to throw the six batons at the kubbs to knock them over.

• Once all six batons have been thrown, any kubbs that have been knocked over are thrown into the half of the team that knocked them over by the other team (ie if you had three of your five kubbs knocked over by the other team, you throw them back into their half).

• They are then stood up on the furthest edge from the thrower. These are known as ‘field kubbs’.

• The opponent must then knock over any field kubbs first before knocking over the kubbs on the baseline.

• If field kubbs are still standing when the first team come to throw again, then they may advance to a line across the pitch level with the furthest forward field kubb.

• If a kubb is knocked over and stands itself up again, it is counted as being knocked over.

• The game continues until one side has knocked over all the kubbs and field kubbs of the opposing team.

Once this has been done they then return to the original baseline and may aim for the King attempting to knock it over.

• If they miss and the opposing team regains some field kubbs, these must be knocked down first.

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Once you’ve removed the field kubbs you can go for the king

Note on field kubbs If they are thrown or roll out of the pitch then they may be thrown again. If they roll out for a second time the opposition may place them anywhere they choose within their half provided it is at least a baton away from the king.

Additional rule for beginners If a field kubb is knocked over when throwing another kubb into play as a further field kubb they may be stacked on top of each other (max two high). This makes it easier to knock both over at once and speeds the game up.

Bath Network were there in force at Intense, being local, but can often be seen with their rubber duck mascot at various gatherings up and down the country.

Andrew has competed in the National Kubb Championships, but to him it’s the fact that ‘Kubb is Viking Chess!’ that appeals most. If you see him with a kubb set at Network Gathering in Great Tower, challenge him!

Kubb camp?

If you’ve played kubb, add your pictures to the Scout Network UK Facebook group, and send your tips to us at scouting.magazine@scouts. org.uk

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Faith and Network For many, the Promise to ‘do my duty to God and to the Queen’ is first uttered as a six or seven year-old, when the concepts of faith and citizenship are simplified and condensed into the wider principle of ‘doing your best’. But as we mature, questions of faith become more complex. We spoke to two Network members for whom the spiritual journey goes hand in hand with the Scouting one

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he spiritual aspect of Scouting is as old as the Movement itself. Through activities that challenge us and exceed our expectations, beliefs, values and attitudes are developed, and we learn to apply Scouting to our worldview, and vice versa. The rise of an increasingly multicultural society has been reflected in the diversity of faiths and attitudes in Scouts. Network is a safe place to discuss our views, philosophise and reflect as we gaze at the stars on a weekend camping with friends.

Going deeper But how often do we do this? The secular and spiritual worlds run in parallel, and opportunities to talk seriously about the meaning of life can be crowded out in the need to keep in step with the latest reality show gossip, 24-hour news and what is in fashion (military style jackets and skinny jeans) and what’s not (man bags and those ridiculous Kanye West glasses). Amidst the gossip and the hectic pace of life, we shouldn’t miss the chance for deep and meaningful conversation.

Fiona Durrant, Hampshire Network I always went to church as a kid, but then my dad died when I was 11 and I stopped believing in God, because I didn’t understand why He would let that happen.

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Union by some Latin American students. They talked about how in their part of the world people are killed, but they still believe in God. It completely got me, so I started exploring the Christian faith again and went to church with a friend I met at Explorers. I was confirmed when I was 19 and my faith is now a central part of my day-to-day life.

Faith odyssey or epic disaster?

It was odd that I started going to church as a result of a conversation at Scouts. Though faith is at the heart of Scouting, it’s unusual that someone would talk openly about it. Culturally, faith is a very personal thing.

There’s times when it comes up, around issues like sex before marriage. My belief in not having sex before marriage is an epic disaster in Network because no-one seems to understand why someone might choose to live that way. It’s quite a challenge at times to convey the impact of my faith because people have such an extreme perception of what they think I believe.

Network is a lot about going out and having fun, and the behaviour can challenge my morals at times, but I’m still able to get involved and now because everyone knows my beliefs we’re able to talk about it.

Putting the world to rights When we discuss faith it’s normally by the fire with a couple of drinks at the end of the day. Sometimes a joke will turn into a deep

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and meaningful conversation. Spiritual development in Network isn’t just about saying ‘Let’s visit a church’; it should go beyond that and provoke us into challenging our personal values and worldview. By Network, people have largely come to their own understanding about religion, so we need to get through stereotypes and have real conversation with each other. I wish we did that more.

Tom Leather, Edinburgh and Shropshire Networks – Baha’i At only around 160 years old, Baha’i is a very young religion.

A fundamental aspect of the faith is social responsibility; it teaches that there is a lack of distinction between us all and that we d Tom has represente Baha’i at the World Scout should treat each other with Jamboree and other decency and respect. Followers s international camp of Baha’i believe in one God, and that He speaks to people through messages that can be found in all the major religions. The latest messenger lived in Persia 160 years ago. We call him Bahá’u’lláh.

in faith zones. The Scouting spirit means that everyone works together. Because of the way Baha’i interprets other faiths, I can always find something in common with someone who follows another faith.

Taboo or not taboo?

Whereas personally my faith matters greatly, and within Scouting the fundamental spiritual development is central to everything we do, my experience of Network is that the topics of spirituality and faith don’t come up very often. People my age are tolerant, and if you want to be religious, you’re able to be yourself, but people are wary of discussing religion. It’s a bit of a taboo subject, I’ve found.

Personal journeys In Baha’i we believe that you have to find things out for yourselves, which means you shouldn’t believe something just because your parents do. We respect that right, and therefore we don’t push our faith on people, although if they want to discuss it I’m happy to promote what it means to me.

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Faith and awareness events for February/ March Deepen your journey of spiritual development as a Network by participating in some of these events, inspired by a range of world faiths and campaigns

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February 2011 2 Candlemas Day (Christian) 8, 15 Parinirvana – Nirvana day (Buddhist) 8 Vasant Panchami (Hindu) 14 Valentine’s Day (Christian) 15 (20 Shia) Milad un Nabi (Birthday of the Prophet Muhammad) (Muslim) 18 Magha Puja (Buddhist) 28 Feb - 13 March Fairtrade Fortnight

March 1 Hola Mohalla (Lunar Calendar) (Sikh) 3 Mahashivratri (Hindu) 8 International Women’s Day 8 Shrove Tuesday (Christian) 9 Ash Wednesday (Christian) 17 St Patrick’s Day (Christian) 19 Holi (Hindu) 20 Purim (Jewish) 22 World Water Day

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Your Programme, Your Voice In August, the Programme Team ran a Your Programme, Your Voice (YPYV) questionnaire about Scouting magazine and its supplements and received nearly 3,000 responses

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his questionnaire was designed so that we could gauge readers’ feelings about the magazine and its content. Questions ranged from what readers think of the content in both the main magazine and the supplements, to the type of adverts that are featured.

To provide feedback to you as a valued member of the Movement we have listed highlights of the results along with suggested changes that will be implemented as part of the review:

Highlights • Most of our readers look forward to receiving the magazine, and will read over 50% of it.

• Over 50% of respondents find the magazine relevant to their role, and feel that the content in it isn’t just for new leaders.

• Most feel that receiving the magazine bimonthly is the right frequency.

• Most are happiest receiving the magazine as a hard copy, rather than electronically. However it is worth noting that Scouting and its supplements are all available online. www.scouts.org.uk/magazine • People would like to see more Scouting skills, activities and ‘how to’ guides in the magazine and supplements.

• Most find the supplement and its content useful to their role.

One of the results of the questionnaire is the standardisation of the content in the supplements, so that similar content can be found in comparable places in each supplement. A further outcome is the creation of a pool of writers which will relieve the pressure on current contributors and provide a wide range of expertise. If you are interested in writing for the magazine and its supplements please email the editorial team at scouting.magazine@scouts.org.uk.

YPYV SURVEYS

Your Programme, Your Voice (YPYV) is a regular online questionnaire created and run by the 6-25 Programme Team. Questions are asked about the Programme and other related issues on a regular basis. Members are alerted by email when there is a new YPYV available.

To participate, please make sure your email address is present and correct on the members area of www.scouts.org.uk

Do you receive the correct supplement?

Do you receive ScoutingPlus – our weekly news email? If the answer is ‘no’ then perhaps you should check and/or amend your details on our members area of www.scouts.org.uk

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Hourglass tower Pioneering projects can be a great way to exercise your Scouting skills and bring a team together. At a Country Network camp in Cornwall, Paul Johnson put the team’s technique to the test and finished up with this hourglass tour; the perfect platform for a lofty night’s sleep

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ioneering was a skill that many of us had as members and also Scout Leaders, but the experience level was varied.

However we wanted to be ambitious with the project on camp and attempted the hourglass that you see here (right).

Plan for action Planning was one of the most important skills. Before erecting the tower we decided exactly what we needed to do, then set about busily with poles and ropes. The tower itself was actually a simple construction; the first part was building two tripods. With these lying on the ground we moved the two into position together and square-lashed the meeting poles together, before carefully lifting the tower into place.

The end result It wasn’t Scouting’s strongest structure, but with some pegs to secure the legs, lashed supports and guy ropes, the platform at the top supported the weight of those who dared to climb up.

Pioneering is really a great activity for Network. Once you have the few lashings under your belt there is a fantastic range of creations you can build.

Are you pioneers?

If you’ve done a similar project, get in touch or add a photo to the Scout Network Supplement group on Facebook. To see some more activities that members in Cornwall get up to visit www.cornwallscoutnetwork.co.uk

Join-in-Jamboree programmes January | International food and drink evening February | Midsummer in midwinter March | My carbon footprint Get them at www.scouts.org.uk/wsj2011

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Proud moment: A Network member receives her award from the UK Chief Commissioner, Wayne Bulpitt

Queen’s Scout Award

What award should every Network member aim to achieve during their time in the section? The Queen’s Scout Award of course. Emma Saunders tells us why you should definitely reach the top before leaving Network

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he Queen’s Scout Award allows you to work as part of a team and individually to complete a variety of activities and gain some memorable experiences. It consists of learning and developing a new skill, physical activity, providing service to an individual or community, undertaking a four-day, three-night expedition and five-day, four-night residential project. These are serious challenges.

Other elements include camping for 12 nights totalling 18 nights away and two activities from the International, Values and Environment list. It sounds like a lot, but you have until your 25th birthday, so plenty of time to complete it.

Top chat Some recipients of Queen’s Scout Awards at this year’s reception told us what they did to reach the top.

‘I found the hardest part of the Award was the assessed expedition. The difficult Welsh terrain and tough weather conditions meant the group’s morale and high spirits were appreciated. I have enjoyed working through the Award, gaining new skills as well as developing existing ones. Scouting is something I treasure and hope to maintain throughout my life.’

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never have been able to do after breaking two vertebrae whilst abseiling.’ Matthew Lewis Once you have achieved the award you will receive a certificate signed by HM The Queen and a badge to wear on your uniform. You should be invited to a presentation in your Region/Country to receive your award and meet other Queen’s Scouts. As a new Queen’s Scout you will also receive an invitation to the annual National Scout Service and Parade at Windsor Castle.

An award with rewards In 2011, Chief Scout Bear Grylls would like to invite eight Scout Network members who have achieved, or will have achieved their Queen’s Scout Award by August 2011 to spend 24 hours on his island in Wales undertaking survival skill activities. If you would like to be one of the lucky eight please visit www.scouts.org. uk/survivalcamp for more information and an application pack.

HOW DID YOU GET THAT BADGE?

If you have received your award, or any other Network badge, we’d love to hear about your experience. Send your story to scouting.magazine@scouts.org.uk with ‘Queen’s Scout Award’ in the subject line.

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Who ya gonna call?

An invitation to join Save the Children’s Emergency Superhero Network

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very year, more than 60 million children are caught up in emergencies. Whether it’s an earthquake, famine, drought or war, children are the worst affected and we need to get help to them, fast.

Save the Children have been responding to emergencies since 1919, so are experts in helping people prepare for, and recover from, emergencies.

They work in over 20 emergency situations each year and played a leading role in the response to both the Haiti earthquake and Pakistan floods.

How many different uses for…?

During an emergency, people have to be resourceful and survive on very little. A simple tarpaulin might be used to shelter a family, build a temporary school or use as a temporary water container.

Take an everyday object like a bucket or sheet and list or describe as many uses for it as you can. Using all the resources, the you could build your own emergency shelter or camp, with everything a family needs to be safe and protected.

How you can help The Emergency Superhero Network (ESN) offers Explorer Scouts a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the crucial first days and weeks after an emergency strikes, when the clock is ticking on children’s lives.

When you sign up to the network, you’ll receive a range of emergency resources and activity suggestions.

As soon a there is a new emergency, the ESN will contact you to explain what’s happened and how they’re helping. You’ll also be asked to fundraise. Any money you raise will make a huge difference because many of the life-saving supplies needed are simple, and cost very little.

MORE IDEAS AND JOIN THE ACTION

Save the Children’s superheroes raised over £350,000 for the Haiti Appeal, helping them get children the shelter, food and safety they desperately needed.

It’s simple to join in: call Save the Children on 020 7012 6400 or email scouts@savethechildren.org.uk

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World or oyster?

If your Network is ready to travel, pack your rucksack and get over to one of these international events in 2011

CamJam. 30 July – 6 August.

Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. www.camjam2011.org.uk Inter-net.

23 – 30 July.

Newbury Showground, Berkshire. www.inter-net.org.uk Torino 2011.

16 – 31 July. International service camp for participants aged 16-20. €250. yosimiteto101@gmail.com Serbia Explorer Belt.

July/August 2011.

Two and a half week trip to complete Belt expedition, with a chance to visit the Serbian National Jamboree. polish_chris@btconnect.com

8th Serbian National Jamboree.

10 – 20 August. Sabac, Serbia.

IST opportunities at Serbia’s largest international camp. www.samnet.org.uk/smotra2011 Botswana 2012.

July/August 2012. Community service expedition working in partnership with the Scouts of Botswana. Cost approx. £3000. africa.region@scouts.org.uk Roverway 2012 – Finland. www.scouts.org.uk/finland2012 World Scout Moot 2013 – Canada. www.scouts.org.uk/canada2013

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Adventure Beyond is a family run centre based in West Wales. We have venues and camping or bunk house accommodation in St Davids, Cardigan Bay, Brecon Beacons.

Jethro Moore Adventure Beyond

G • CLIMBING • COASTEERING ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: CANOEIN TER RAFTING • SURFING • CAVING • WHITE WA G KIN YA KA • ING LK WA E RG GO ILLS URSE/ LOW ROPES • FIELD SK TEAM BUILDING • ASSAULT CO Nant Y Pobty Farm Coed Y Bryn, Llandysul Ceradigion, SA44 5LQ Phone: 07787123761 fun@adventurebeyond.co.uk www.adventurebeyond.co.uk

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