Beaver Scouts

Hi Everyone,

Saturday saw yet another successful Pledged Plod, Scouting registered 578 walkers. An increase of around 40 which again breaks previous records. Guiding added around another 150 to that figure. When we consider that those walkers nearly all had family with them it made for a very busy day.

Huge thanks to those that marshalled the route, helped register and check off the walkers. This walk simply couldn’t happen without you. Well done also goes to the Food and Shop stalls we had at the activity centre, both of which saw very high demand throughout the day.

Special mention also goes to Chris Morgan and Valley Explorers who kindly ‘offered’ to get up very early from their campsite and set out the route.

I also have to Thanks West Midland Safari Park, without their continued support on this event I’m sure it wouldn’t be anywhere near as successful as it is.

As ever I welcome any feed back surrounding the day,

Next PLOD -  4^th October 2025 … See you there.

Andy

Andy Brooks

ADC Scouts – Wyre Forest

First Aid Courses

Faith has added the following dates for everyone to book on.

• Saturday 19^th October 9.30 am to 4 pm Full course at WF15 Habberley NOW FULL

• Saturday 19^th October 4 pm Practical session (10B) WF15

NEW!!NEW!!NEW!!

24th November at WF17  9.30 am to 4 pm Full course

18th January at WF15  9.30 am to 4 pm Full course

Please book directly with Mark Strain at County, when they are available on the County  website. A link is below.

Those dates not suitable, then please go here First Aid Training | Scouts Hereford & Worcester (scoutshw.org.uk)  and you will see courses elsewhere in the County or the "Hampshire Model" an online session to cover module 10a. The next module 10b can be completed locally. Demand for these FREE courses is bound to be high as we move into Transformation so please take the opportunity to book early. Check your compass record to see when your renewal is due.

Contact Faith directly faith@westoaks.org.uk for further information or look in the Training Diary page on Hereford and Worcestershire Scouts website for alternative FA courses outside of the district.  Remember to check when your FA expires and book in good time to avoid travelling.

Reminder that under Transformation, First Response will be mandatory for:

• Group Lead Volunteers
• Section Team Leaders
• Section Team Members
• District 14-24 Team Leaders

• In other words, ALL face-to-face leaders and team members.

• There are a small number of volunteers in the District who are not compliant, please contact Faith if you are unsure about your status.

Outdoor in 24 is encouraging Scout sections, from Squirrels to Network, to get outside throughout 2024.

Whether it's for one meeting, going on a Night Away event or taking on the Outdoors in 24 challenge, we're hoping to get young people trying something new in the great outdoors this year. There's even an extra 24 hours from the leap year in 2024 for you to get outside.

If you're a new volunteer wondering where to start, or an experienced volunteer looking for some new ideas, we’ve brought together resources to help you plan and run outdoor activities with your groups.

We’re also encouraging volunteers to look into getting your Nights Away Permit and Adventurous Activities Permit if you want to. 

From making art from natural materials or sleeping under the stars to paddle-boarding across a lake or visiting a local farm, what will you get up to in the great outdoors this year?

Take a look at the link below for some great ideas

http://www.scouts.org.uk/volunteers/running-your-section/planning-your-programme/outdoor-in-24/

Hi All,

Just a reminder that Rhydd Run Colour is taking place on Sunday 27^th October and is open to all sections. Booking is open now via the link below. Booking closes 29/09/24. You can either organise and book as a group / section or just advertise to your parents for them to book individually. Please make sure it is included in your programmes for next term.

Booking is via the website here: https://www.rhyddrun.co.uk/rhydd-run-colour/

Any questions please let me know

Yours in Scouting

Mark "Mike" Atkinson
Section Leader
16^th Wyre Forest (St Michaels) Scout Troop

As we approach the busy camp season, a reminder for all those involved in organising camps, particularly camp leaders:

Nights Away-reminder to include all adults attending & RA when sending information –including programme, to Sarah Bennett, if possible, more than 14 days before the camp starts.  Any adult sleeping over MUST have completed Safety and Safeguarding modules & have a DBS, suggested applications should be made 3 months before the event.

Remember to keep updating RA’s and share with all adults attending camp.

Sarah