Annual Report 2008 V2

Bishop’s Stortford and District Scout Council

Annual Review 2008

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Today’s modern Scouting is: fun to be part of and GROWING! a large international mixed children’s and youth Movement, works with children and young people aged 6 to 25 years of age outdoor focussed, more than just an activity club, firmly rooted in a clear Purpose, focussed on international and local community issues,

Our Purpose is to: ‘To help young people achieve their full physical, intellectual, social and spiritual potential as individuals, as responsible citizens and as Members of their local, national and international communities’. We do this by helping young people to develop and become; self reliant caring responsible show commitment.

We believe the world is a better place when young people: are trustworthy, self-controlled and self-confident have self-respect and respect for others work together to serve other people and to improve society show responsibility towards the natural world have proper respect for possessions and property have an active religious faith

Did you know there are: 1 Scout Network for 18 – 25 year olds in our District 3 Explorer Scout Units for 14 – 18 year olds in our District 8 Scout Groups our District 28 million Members worldwide 36 Unit meetings of young people each week in our District 216 countries in the world have Scouting. 300 million people in the world have been Scouts since 1907 856 Members in our District and growing 12,400 Members in Hertfordshire and growing 100,000 adults volunteer as Leaders in the UK today 500,000 people are in UK Scouting today

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The District Commissioner… Our Centenary year was a year packed with fun, adventure and outstanding success, which ranged from some Members meeting the then Prime Minister, Tony Blair MP, a Silver Cross for bravery to an Explorer Scout to more and more people joining Scouting in the area. We are now officially the UK’s Scout District with the largest increase in membership in 2008. Bearing in mind there are over 1000 Districts with 500,000 members – this is by no means and small achievement by our Leaders and Group Executive members. You will see from the table in this report that we have had a huge 30% increase on last year, exceeding our target of 720 to a new membership total of 856.

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Greg Stewart looks even more likely that we will reach over 1000 members by 2010. However it is not just about figures – it shows the outside world and parents that we are offering young people what they want, exciting and challenging programmes, fun and excitement. We are growing and still relevant to today’s society. More adults are joining us because they see success. We are by far the largest mixed youth and children’s provider in the area. The Centenary year gave us the opportunity to do things differently. One was the St George’s Day Activity event at Gilwell Park where over 400 members enjoyed a day of adventurous activities which involved a renewal of Promises. It was so successful that Leaders wanted to change the format again for 2008! We also had a great morning on August 1st on top of the Castle Mound Bishops Stortford where we joined 20 million Scouts from around the world in renewing our Promises. We also unveiled a special commemorative plaque in Bishop’s Storftford

town Centre and were joined by Mark Prisk MP and the UK Commissioner for Programme. The District had the largest contingent of youth at the Remembrance Sunday Parade in Bishop’s Stortford and also we had good representation on this solemn occasion in Sawbridgeworth and Much Hadham. Our new Awards night and AGM format last May proved to be a good success which will now become a regular feature in the District calendar.

…the UK’s Scout District with the largest increase in membership in 2008… Our annual Leaders conference Advance continues be helpful in focusing Groups on development and providing help and assistance. The trend for this event is moving much more toward providing leaders with practical programming ideas and support.

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The year has seen us build stronger bridges with our local authorities and Member of Parliament, but also local business who are keen to support and be associated with Scouting. These include the HSBC Bank, North Street, Photosound, Intercounty, Cox photographers and Outdoor Wear.

At Section level, the District team continues to be impressed by the enthusiasm and dedication of the Leaders and Helpers. The quality of Scouting each night of the week, in 36 Sections is excellent. The District team has focussed time and energy to Sections who need help to overcome a few minor problems, give guidance and ideas to new Leaders.

Over the past two years, I have found it difficult to get about and visit Sections as much as would like to, but I am comforted by having such an effective and supportive District Team and it would be remiss not to express my thanks to them all and especially to the District

There have been many camps and outdoor activities which young people are clamouring for – it is readily provided to the youngest Beaver Scout to the older Scout Network member.

Chairman and his executive who support us all in the background I must not forget Emily my wife and the family for letting me get out and about to do this role for Scouting. An excellent year to report on and we are all working hard to strengthen and extend Scouting in 2008/2009 with many new and exciting activities planned with the objective of getting as to as many young people and adults involved in the great game of Scouting.

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The District Chairman… This is our first AGM after the Centenary celebrations and what a year we have had. Fun filled all the way with all the local activities extremely well supported. Many excited people attended a brilliant day at Gilwell for St George’s Day. My congratulations and thanks are extended to all the Leaders and Helpers who made this event such a huge success. We made an appearance at the Town Carnival not only in the Parade but also with a stall and a climbing wall on Sworders field. It was good to see so many wide-awake people early in the morning on the Castle Mound to renew their Promise, many of whom went on to enjoy a game of Ten Pin bowling after a hot breakfast at the Markwell Pavilion cooked by the Explorer Scouts.

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Another well-organised and enjoyable event was the Gala Dinner at the end of the year. Thanks to Graham and Max for their effort. The future sees the District racing along to new heights with increased membership of both Young People and Leaders. Let us hope this trend continues indefinitely

…The future sees the District racing along to new heights…

Here’s to another successful year!

Our members who attended the World Jamboree as delegates, helpers or just visitors had a wonderful time and I hope we are going to hear from them this evening describing some of their experiences.

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The District Treasurer Another successful year for our District with our expenditure being covered by income. The Jamboree and Centenary events were largely financed from the build of funds over the past four years. 1st Much Hadham finances have been re-established and funds have been repaid to them. District funds

Ray Jones are temporarily increased by deposits received for the 2008 Camp at Lochearnhead. The Explorer group accounts are incorporated into the District finances. We enter 2008 with strong balances to support the increased membership and have again budgeted to break even on

revenue expenditure but will draw on balances for equipment where necessary to support recruiting and leadership objectives.

DRAFT FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (not Examined at time of going to press) Bishops Stortford and District Scout Council

TABLE 1 For the year ended 31 December 2007 SUMMARY £

Previous Year £

Total incoming resources for year

35,888

22,487

Total resources expended for year

(31,088)

(26,169)

Transfers (1st Much Hadham)

(2,946)

2,477

Net Incoming/Outgoing(-) Resources

1,854

-1,205

Cash, bank and similar funds brought forward

33,802

35,007

Cash, bank and similar funds carried forward

35,656

33,802

Approved by the District Executive Committee on 6th March 2008

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TABLE 2 Unrestricted Funds Incoming Resources Subscriptions Jamboree Income:Groups/Participants Donations and Grants Fund raising Scout shop Sundry Receipts Scouts Activities District Explorers District Cubs District Beavers Interest Received

Restricted Funds

Total 2007

Total 2006

1,694

628

2,322

1,925

0 2,072 2,450 2,500 58 4,099 622 175 44 1,205

3,000 0 0 0 0 3,915 12,174 1,252 0 0

3,000 2,072 2,450 2,500 58 8,014 12,796 1,427 44 1,205

2,000 65 252 2,000 68 505 0 3,064 586 971

14,919

20,969

35,888

11,436

83 -2,308 350 4,918 1,122 8,342 1,180 0 450

0 3,628 0 0 0 690 10,954 1,679 0

83 1,320 350 4,918 1,122 9,032 12,134 1,679 450

392 6,950 65 2,855 736 966 312 2,023 294

Total Resources Expended

14,137

16,951

31,088

14,593

Net Incoming/Outgoing(-) Resources Before Transfers Transfers (1st Much Hadham)

782 -2,946

4,018

4,800 -2,946

-3,682 2,477

Balances b/fwd 1 Jan 2007

28,306

5,496

33,802

35,007

Balances c/fwd 31 Dec 2007

26,142

9,514

35,656

33,802

Total Incoming Resources Resources Expended Donations and Grants Jamboree Fund raising Management & Administration Sundry Expenses Scouts Activities District Explorers District Cubs District Beavers

Except as noted below, incoming resources and resources expended derive from continuing activities. 1st Much Hadham financial issues have been resolved and the final sum of £2946 has been repaid to that group.

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TABLE 3 Balance Sheet

For year ended 31 December 2007 note

FIXED ASSETS Tangible Fixed Assets (see note)

31 December 2007

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CURRENT ASSETS Scout Association Short Term Investment Bank Deposit Account Cash at Bank Cash at Bank - Lochearnhead 2008 Cash at Bank - Explorers Cash in Hand - Explorers

31 December 2006 0

24,000 9 3,358 3,225 4,733 331

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24,000 9 5,950 0 3,813 30 35,656

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NET CURRENT ASSETS

35,656

33,802

TOTAL ASSETS less CURRENT LIABILITIES

35,656

33,802

26,142 9,514 35,656

27,249 6,553 33,802

CURRENT LIABILITIES

represented by: Funds Unrestricted Restricted

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NOTES TO THE BALANCE SHEET Notes

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A frame tent purchased in November 1997 at a cost of £1149 is valued at £nil A Canon photocopier purchased in March 2003 at a cost of £705 is valued at £nil The value of other equipment is considered not to be material. Scout Shop and Badge Account are accounted for separately and only amounts received during the year are shown in these accounts.

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Unrestricted Funds Included within Unrestricted Funds is the net balance received from 1st Much Hadham Scout Group. The Group's finances have now been re-established and remaining balances repaid in January 2007.

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Restricted Funds

District Cub Funds - Good Turn District Cub Funds - Other Jamboree 2007 - District Fund District Explorer Funds Lochearnhead 2008 Camp

01-Jan 2007 355 1122 0 3844 0 5321

Incoming 1,213 214 3628 12174 3915 21144

Outgoing 915 764 3628 10954 690 16951

31-Dec 2007 653 572 0 5064 3225 9514

The purpose of the District Cub Fund is to support Cub Scouts at District level. The funds include annual Good Turn charity activities. The worldwide Jamboree 2007 was held in Chelmsford. This fund was started in 2004, and District costs have exceeded collections through subscriptions and Group contributions. All funds (Restricted and Unrestricted) are included in Net Current Assets.

At time of going to press, the accounts have been submitted to Robert Garrod, Chartered Accountant for audit. Ray Jones District Treasurer

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The Beaver Scout Section… This has been a great and varied Beavering Centenary year. We have taken part in a photo shoot at UK HQ for the new programme material and some of our Beavers are on the new publications. A fun filled day at Gilwell to celebrate St.George’s Day in the Centenary year, followed by the Centenary Camp day visit with rain added element. October heralded the opening of yet another Colony – Watersprites at 10th Bishops Stortford with leader Mike Keef and three assistants. Many photos of Beaver events were included in

the Centenary display at Rhodes Museum. Pishiobury Park in Sawbridgeworth was once again invaded by around 100 Beavers and helpers in November for our very popular Torch and Wellie walk followed by soup and a sausage sizzle expertly cooked by Conquest Explorer Unit.

We also managed to fit in a District trip to the Panto!

The Cub Scout Section… The Centenary of Scouting and again saw the number of Cubs in the District increase Much Hadham have gone from 8 to 22 Cubs having moved their meeting night to a Tuesday.

event when nearly 200 Cubs from our District took part in a fun and adventurous day. A good day was had by all and there were some very tired Cubs on the coaches back home.

The District held several Centenary Celebration events. The biggest of course was the St George’s Day Activity

In March and it was “Splash” time with an even bigger turnout from the Cub’s than last year. Again standards were

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Hazel Mead Our very own Beaver Splash Night was thoroughly enjoyed with St.Michaels Mead the winners. The Join-in Centenary programme was very useful and we are now looking forward to using the recently published material where more badges are on offer and there will be even more Bronze Awards gained. We have welcomed many new Leaders and helpers and visiting buzzing, happy colonies is quite a tonic. Leaders meeting are very sociable happenings and we always enjoy a meal together at the turn of the year.

Ken Gordon high and some surprise wins. The overall winner was Viking (again!)

…The Centenary saw the number of Cubs in the District increase…

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side Cubs raised almost £700 for Herts Air Ambulance appeal by doing good turns, sponsored night hikes and silences and many other fund raising ideas.

During the summer several Groups held Centenary Camps as well as their normal camps. Several packs attended the County Centenary Camp which was only marred by the bad weather on the last day. Indeed a lot camps suffered bad weather this year but everyone reported that the Cubs still had fun. The interaction between Cub packs has been good and the Cubs make new friends with children they would not normally meet. Some packs shared programme evenings, went on walks, camped or even had a fun evening at Priory Wood together.

Christmas and it was Carol Service time. Again the URC in Water Lane hosted the event. The Cubs told the nativity story and had fun trying to do 100 years of Scouting to the tune of 12 days of Christmas. If only the words fitted better! Still it got a good laugh. On the serious

The Scout Section… What a year Centenary celebration events galore! How did we fit it all in? County Camp, Sunrise event, visits to the Jamboree site, Bring a friend Day, 07 event at the O2 arena and not forgetting the Activity day at Gilwell. We even had time for the leaders to enjoy a meal together that they had not had to prepare and cook in November.

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To add to all of this the Scout sections still managed to fit in their annual summer camps. Thorley Adventurer and Sawbridgeworth setting out in the late part of July to Beaudesert and Youlbury respectively and encountered almost monsoon conditions, but they saw their respective camp programmes through despite the weather.

I would like to thank all the Leaders and helpers who as well as supporting and helping run District events have had their own Pack nights to organise and Group events to attend in this busy year. Thank you all for your enthusiasm and dedication and I know 2008 will see us go from strength to strength.

Max Streets middle of August to camp together at Blackwell Court, they too suffered very stormy weather on their arrival, then had sunny weather to follow for the remainder of the week.

…How did we fit it all in?..

1st St Michael’s Mead and Thorley Buccaneer joined forces toward the

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The remaining troops in the District took advantage of various weekend events like Come to Tolmers, and PAW and trips to London and camps in Norfolk. Judging by the reaction from the Scouts on my visits to your troop evenings during the year, you all had a brilliant time. There is still a good take up on the Easter course at Lochearnhead for those who seek a challenge in the mountains of Scotland Well done to everyone for organising the events and camps. The development of the Scout section with in the District has continued to flourish with even the newest troop in the District,1st St Michael’s Mead, expanding rapidly, and an additional troop starting at 1st Bishop’s Stortford in January.

Most of the others have shown growth and some have had leadership changes that are already seeing a strengthening in their numbers.

The forthcoming year, the District Summer Camp at Lochearnhead is being seen as the main focus for a large number of Scouts plus centenary year celebrations being planned at Sawbridgeworth and 1st Bishop’s Stortford Groups. The new programme has been launched with the additional staged badges and programme ideas

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Much Hadham. The Voyager Unit in Bishop’s Stortford has had a successful move from its original base at 1st Thorley to Silver Leys. Voyager has also increased its numbers from last year taking young people from all the local groups. There is also a small band of Young Leaders that give

being published. This will help support your evening’s activities that will continue to provide good balanced programmes with exciting and adventurous activities. My personal thanks goes to all of the team of Leaders, Assistants and Helpers who continue to give up their time to ensure that Scouting is alive and kicking in Bishop’s Stortford & District. It is very encouraging to see the number of people who are undertaking their training for their wood badges. Keep at it! It is very satisfying when you get there to think of what you have achieved and what you have contributed to the scouts in particular.

Nigel Reed valuable assistance to the sections they are attached to.

…Our numbers have dramatically increased…

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Six of our Explorers had the time of their lives by attending the World Jamboree at Hylands Park in August. They are still telling stories of the people they met and the experiences they had.

Explorers attended a number of County events including Hertfordshire Explorers Around Town at Wymondley Wood, Hertfordshire Peak Assault on Caldbeck Fell Cumbria, the County Christmas Meal at the Aroma Stevenage, the Fire and Ice Camp at Tolmers and the Chiltern Challenge competition at Phasels Wood. Conquest and Voyager also joined forces to attend Gilwell 24 in July, 24 hours of activities that they all stayed up for. Voyager had a week’s expedition to Barnswood Scout Campsite in the Peak District, Conquest had a long weekend camp at Thiftwood Scout Camp and Endeavour joined 1st Much Hadham for a joint camp in July and then had their own camp in October at St Elizabeth’s. Join the adventure

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Other activities of our Explorers have been involved in over the last year include mountaineering, hiking, rocking climbing, bouldering, sailing, kayaking, canoeing, horse riding, Go-Ape, ice skating, water polo, ten pin bowling, pantomime outing and a tour of the House of Commons led by Mark Prisk MP. As you can see many of these activities had to be organised at weekends so this you shows how busy the Units have been apart from their regular meeting nights.

… chatted with our Chief Scout Peter Duncan and the Prime Minister then, Tony Blair MP… Another six of our Explorer Scouts were invited to Downing Street in the summer to promote Scouting in its Centenary. They chatted with our Chief Scout Peter Duncan and the Prime Minister then, Tony Blair MP. We also had a group of Explorers spend a day a Gilwell Park on a photo shoot for the new publications of the Explorer Scout program.

It’s still quite a shock to see faces I recognise on these books every time I get them out. One of our Explorers, Chris Ashworth, was honoured with one of the highest awards for bravery in Scouting by receiving the Silver Cross at the St Georges Paraded at Windsor last month.

He saved an old gentleman that had slipped into the River Stort whilst fishing last autumn. He is a credit to his family, his Unit and Scouting in our District. Well done Chris. Finally I would like to thank all the Explorers Leaders who give up their time every week and the many weekends throughout the year to bring our young people such an exciting and adventurous program.

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The Scout Network The Cougar Scout Network is still in the process of forming and developing. Scout Network is a very different way of providing Scouting to young adults and the concept is only beginning to get off the group around the UK. Our network is the only one this side of Hertfordshire and we have discovered that very close to us in Essex, there is a thriving County Network set up. We have met with their Network organisers and hope to link into to activities in Essex and use their knowledge and experience. We have twelve members, some in the

District, but the majority as at University. The only chance we get to meet is at term breaks and the summer. During the year, three of our members went to the World Jamboree on the International Support Team – Emma, Lucy and Simon. We had a BBQ last year when we invested our first members and agreed our constitution and name of the Unit. We have had an event at Priory wood and there are plans for three members to complete their Silver Duke of Edinburgh’s Award this year. We have agreed our special logo which we shall use on polo shirts and our administration.

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Emma Moverley - Member We have improved our links with the Explorer Scouts and a number of new members will be joining soon.

Not a great deal to report but we are appreciative of the District for being patient and are most grateful of the support being provided to us from the District team.

Veronica Dewey and Geoff Crabb

their validation. We are planning on having three/four evenings during the year. It was gratifying to hear that at a recent award ceremony Bishop’s Stortford District, had many Leaders gaining their Wood Badge, this shows the dedication of the leaders and their Training Advisors.

Congratulations to;  Hazel Mead - ADC BS  Max Streets - ADC S  Andy Everitt -ACSL 1st Sawbridgeworth  Michael King – CSL 1st B/S  Garth Lane Silver Leys  Dave Rouse –SL 1st Much Hadham

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Who have gained their Wood Badge during the past year and may they enjoy the fun of Scouting. Sincere and grateful thanks go to all the Training Advisors for the time and effort that they all give to this hard working role. All T.A.s have another role in Scouting many organizing Groups and Sections and I appreciate their hard work. Grateful thanks go to Geoff Crabb who has revolutionised the first aid training and is bring us all up to date. Jackie Williamson keeps me organised with her spreadsheets, always answer my queries and keeps me sane, thanks for that and the laughs. Veronica Dewey After a period of some time when local delivery of this training was not

available, I can report that since September 2007, 40 Leaders have successfully attended FR training within the District. Other Leaders have attended County courses.

County level may improve the situation.

As of the date of this report, the state of training in the District is as follows:

In conclusion, my thanks go to:

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Of a total 102 Warranted Leaders 

67 have validated current FR training,

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35 require FR training.

Due to the healthy recruitment of new Warranted Leaders in some Groups and the overall expiry of previous training, the untrained numbers seems to remain steady but, hopefully, as Leaders are made aware of the requirement, application for training at District or

Our local Scout Shop The Scout shop had a good year in 2007 the sales were 50% higher than 2006. This was mainly due to the Centenary goods although the profit margin was very low on these items, but also the increasing membership.

…healthy recruitment of new Warranted Leaders…

Without John Irelands’ help I would have been unable to carry on and my thanks go to him. 2008 has bought an increase in the training programme items due to the changes and should

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those within the District and County, who have supported me in what was at the outset an onerous task in arranging this training. the course attendees for giving of their time in support of the young people in their care. Ruth & Ian Bodsworth for delivering the training

Geoffrey Crabb.

District First Aid Co-ordinator.

Reg Jacobs be a good help to all our Members. This year the Shop’s contribution Disrict funds will be £3000 – the best ever.

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UK National Scout Association

Bravery and good service awards presented to our Members 2007/2008

The Silver Cross is awarded for gallantry in circumstances of considerable risk Christopher Ashworth

Explorer Scout

The Silver Acorn for specially distinguished and appreciably better than outstanding. Dave Mead

1st Sawbridgeworth - Group Scout Leader

Aidan Jones*

1st Sawbridgeworth - Group Treasurer * national HQ award for services to the Scout HQ London

The Bar to the Award of Merit for further outstanding service. Dave Winfield

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The winners of the District Awards 2008 Sponsored by:

Photosound

Overall Scout Group Growth:

1st Much Hadham

Sectional Growth:

1st St Michaels Mead Scout Troop

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New Sections opened:

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 1st Bishop’s Stortford Friday Scout Troop  10th Bishop’s Stortford Beaver Colony  Endeavour Explorer Scout Unit

Most Nights Away:

Liam Coleing, 1st Sawbridgeworth

Beaver Scout of the year:

Jack Stone - 1st Bishop’s Stortford

Cub Scout of the year:

Elliot Copping-Jones 1st Thorley (Viking)

Scout of the year:

Kieran George – 1st Thorley Adventurer

Explorer Scout of the year:

Nicholas Mason - Endeavour Unit

Special Event:

1st BS Beaver Scouts Galaxy

Interesting Programme item:

1st Sawbridgeworth Challenger Troop

Leader of the Year:

George Markwell – Silver Leys

Young Leader of the Year:

Thomas Thorpe – 1st BS Beaver Scouts

Special Commendation

John Ireland – 1st Sawbridgeworth

DC’s Special Commendation:

Christopher Ashworth - Explorer Scout

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Our Sections are: The following meet in Scout Groups: Beaver Scouts Cub Scouts Scouts

6 – 8 year olds 8 - 10½ year olds 10½ - 14 year olds

The following are provided by the District and meet in Scout Group HQ’s Explorer Scouts Scout Network

14 - 18 year olds 18 - 25 year olds

We have Scout Groups at: 1st Bishop’s Stortford and Hockerill , Heathrow, Bishop’s Stortford. 10th Bishop’s Stortford, St Jospeh’s Hall, Apton Road, Bishop’s Stortford. 1st Much Hadham, near Congregational Church, Much Hadham. 2nd Much Hadham, St Elizabeth’s School, South End, Much Hadham. 1st Sawbridgeworth, Springhall Road, Sawbridgeworth. Silver Leys, Silver Leys Trust, Hadham Road, Bishop’s Stortford. 1st St. Michaels Mead, Community Centre, St Michaels Mead, Bishop’s Stortford. 1st Thorley, Old school, Thorley lane, Thorley, Bishop’s Stortford.

Our 14 – 25 year old members currently meet at: Conquest Explorer Scout Unit – 1st Sawbridgeworth

Endeavour Explorer Scout Unit – St Elizabeth’s School, Hadham Cross Voyager Explorer Scout Unit – Silver Leys Scout Network – various locations

Equal Opportunities in Scouting: No young person should receive less favourable treatment on the basis reason of: Class Ethnic origin, nationality (or statelessness) or race Gender

of, nor suffer disadvantage by Marital status or sexual status Mental or physical ability Political or religious belief

Useful Contacts:

Bishop’s Stortford and District telephone: 01279 816883 or 01279 655366 www.scouts.org.uk (the official scout website) www.scoutbase.org.uk (useful programme info) www.hertfordshirescouts.org.uk (the county site)

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