Following a massive uptake, we have been able to book some great activities for this year’s Family Camp.
Take a look at our updated Family Camp page here
If you have any questions, please email me at gsl@1shScouts.co.uk
 
Kevin

Original Article: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-39567860

A shortage of leaders has left thousands of children stuck on a waiting list to become Scouts, Beavers, Cubs or Explorers, the Scout Association says.
Here, two people to have donned the Scouts’ woggle and scarf describe the ups and downs of being a volunteer.
Lynn Dredge, who leads her local Beaver group for six- to eight-year-olds in Surrey, says she really enjoys her role.
“You’re able to do things you would have as a child but with your adult’s head on – you still get that level of fun,” she says.
“We …

We had a great night for end of term at Namco bowling in Dagenham. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed it and played really well. Although I did see some very interesting bowling techniques!
1st place – Harry V
2nd place – Me (but I play to win)
Joint 3rd place – Peter and Ryan
Well done to all that played tonight. Hope you have a great Easter and enjoy the pictures we took tonight.
See you on Tuesday 18th April.
Sam – Akela

Tuesday evening I joined the Cubs doing their International Badge.
Here they are making passports!