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to the September edition of HSN. Have you got any photos, articles and adverts you would like to be included in HSN? Then please send them to: county.office@Scouts-hants.org.uk

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Hampshire Scouts provides adventurous activities and personal development opportunities for over 17,500 young people aged 6-25, promoting the physical, intellectual, social and spiritual well-being of the individual, helping them achieve their full potential.

In Scouting, we believe that young people develop most when they are ‘learning by doing,’ when they are given responsibility, work in teams, take acceptable risks and think for themselves.

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Promises to Keep It’s been five years since I took on the role of County Commissioner for Hampshire Scouting, and it’s a good time to look back at our successes and forward to our challenges.

We’ve achieved a great deal over the last five years, standing on the shoulders of the hard work of my predecessors and their teams.

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We’ve grown Scouting in Hampshire 13% over the past five years, recruiting thousands of new youth members and hundreds of adult volunteers.

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We’ve increased the adventure we offer, from our Ferny Crofts Activity Centre, to our recent H0014 Jamboree, to expeditions around the world.

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We’ve given young people a voice in Hampshire, and improved the training and support for our key managers.

But there is still much to do. I’ve been asked to continue as CC for another three years – apparently there is no time off for good behaviour !!

So looking forward, what are my personal hopes and dreams for the next phase of Hampshire Scouting?

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We need to continue to put young people first. Often we’re very good at this – great Leaders after all one of the main reasons young people stay in Scouting – but sometimes we’re not. In these cases we need to change our culture, in general we need to help our Leaders learn how to manage challenging behaviour with a calm and restorative approach, and in difficult situations we need to ensure we put the child’s needs first.

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We need to ramp up the adventure we offer to young people. Every Beaver should be able to camp, every Cub should be able to cook over an open fire, every Scout should be able to climb a mountain, every Explorer should be able to experience international Scouting, and every Network member should be able to achieve their Queen’s Scout Award.

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We need to support our volunteer leaders better. Hampshire Scouting only works because over four thousand adults give their time and energy freely to help young people have everyday adventures, make new friends, and develop as individuals. We need to be there alongside our volunteers, thanking them when things go right, supporting them when things go wrong, and helping them to become better youth workers and managers

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We need to get serious about inclusion and diversity, youth participation, and community impact. Scouting has so much to offer to young people, and we need to start pushing the boundaries to establish Scouting in tower blocks, in children’s hospices, and in immigration removal centres. We need every Colony, Pack, Troop and Unit to have a Youth Council, not just County and some Districts. And we need to make a real difference to people’s lives and communities in Hampshire, just as we do so well during expeditions to The Gambia, Tanzania or Uganda.

There’s some lines from Robert Frost’s poem, “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening”, which I think captures something of what being a volunteer in Scouting is all about:

The woods are lovely, dark and deep, But I have promises to keep, And miles to go before I sleep, And miles to go before I sleep

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World War 1 As the war developed into primarily a static one based around in the trench systems dug in Northern France and Belgium and the number of casualties grew the welfare of the Troops became a major concern for people in UK. Mothers were knitting woollen balaclavas, socks and gloves and collections were organised to raise funds for such things as ambulances.

Scouts were encouraged to take a full role in this fundraising, but on the instructions of Baden-Powell, not to beg – funds were to be raised through fair work.

They collected many things which could be sold to raise funds - for example Belfast Scouts collected and sold old bottles.

These funds were used to purchase ambulances such as shown below.

Ilkely, Yorkshire, who raised enough funds to buy their own ambulance which they gifted to the Red Cross.

Troops did not spend all of their time in the trenches.

After a period on duty they would be relieved and return to some distance from the trenches to areas where they could relax and recover. Welfare huts and marquis were provided through a variety of sources including the Scouts. The first Scout hut was opened in France in 1915 and eventually 6 were in operation all run by adult Scout volunteer workers who wore uniform whilst on duty. Baden-Powell designed the uniform worn by the volunteer ladies as at that time there was no Scout uniform for women. The purpose of the huts was to provide somewhere warm and dry where the men could relax, write home, listen to gramophone records, read books and papers, enjoy a cup of tea or chocolate and entertain themselves. Ex Scouts of all nationalities visiting the huts could continue their training and many helped with the running and maintenance of the huts.

Life at the huts was not without its dangers. One hut suffered from a gas explosion, fortunately with no one hurt, and they were the object of air raids by zeppelins.

The hut at Bethune was situated just 6 miles from the front lines and was destroyed in the German offensive of 1918.

The first Scout car ambulance was converted from a car gifted to the Association. It could hold 4 stretchers and was manned by a driver and stretcher party of scouts who had been specially trained by the St Johns Ambulance Brigade. The ambulance was then placed under the control of the St John’s Ambulance and from February 1915 until the autumn of that year it provided good service, particularly in the battle at Ypres in April and May 1915.

In October 1915 the Chief Scout appealed to Scouts throughout the Empire to donate the proceeds of a day’s work to raise funds to replace the, by now worn out, one. So successful was this campaign that the one in France was replaced and a further 5 were provided to work in the UK. Other ambulances were provided

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The huts were very popular and the largest one had a capacity of 1000 men. This also applied to the 1000 man cinema at Rouen provided and run by the Scouts where soldiers could see the latest films and news reels.

The huts continued to provide much needed support to soldiers until November 1919 when the last British soldiers left France and they were then donated to the French Scouts.

The WW1 group hope you are continuing with your WW1 projects and look forward to hearing about them. Our congratulations go to the 1st Bishopstoke Cubs for their project. On the 1st of May 2014 they had a slide show on WW1 and the effect it had on Bishopstoke. The talk was given by Mr Chris Humby of the Bishopstoke History Society and they followed this up with cubs bringing in family items and discussing what they had had learnt. Well Done.

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War Memorials As we approach the annual Remembrance Sunday, when we hope many of you will attend services at your local war memorials, we thought it appropriate to write a little on the origin and meaning of these memorials.

It was traditional from Greek and Roman times to erect monuments to celebrate victories for example the Arc de Triomphe in Paris and various ones in London. However by the end of the nineteenth century Regiments and Ships were erecting , memorials to their comrades who had lost their lives in the minor campaigns that were happening throughout the Empire. You can see some of these along the seafront in Portsmouth.

The sheer scale of the losses in the First World War, the immediate impact across the whole country, (only 52 villages, the ‘Thankful Villages’ did not have anyone killed during the war) and the life changing impact of the war on all people meant that there was a national need to grieve and remember the sacrifice of those who lost their lives. This was met with the construction of the numerous and varied memorials that we find today.

Memorials to the fallen were erected throughout the country in the years following the war.

They can take many forms from major architectural structures, for example in Southampton and Portsmouth, to the simpler crosses seen in many villages; from village halls and other public buildings to the rolls of honour found in churches, schools, workplaces and factories. The common factor is that they are there to honour and preserve the memory of those who lost their lives during the war. This is not just to those who died fighting but also to those who supported the war efforts on the home front and elsewhere through the Empire.

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services during the war. Timber was in great demand during the war particularly in the building and maintenance of the trenches overseas. The regular foresters who worked in the New Forest had been called up and were now users of the New Forest timber in France but this meant that there was no-one left to fell the trees at home. Thus experts (the Canadian Timber Corps) were brought over from Canada and it was these that the Portuguese joined. This memorial makes you think not only about the dead but also the living who supported the war and brings to mind both the local and international impact of the war. It makes for a good stopping point and talking point on a walk through the Forest.

Perhaps you can plan your next hike to include this memorial near Emery Down.

Earlier it was mentioned that the public left flowers at the Cenotaph on completion of the Peace Parade which effectively started the tradition of laying wreaths in memory of the fallen. So how did the Poppy come to be the symbol and the flower we use today? This dates back to a poem written by the Canadian Doctor John McCrae, after witnessing the death of one of his soldiers in 1916.

That Poem, ‘In Flanders Fields’ refers to the poppy which seemed to be the only colourful thing able to grow in the mud and desolation of the battlefields and ends with: ‘We shall not sleep though poppies grow in Flanders Fields’

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The National Cenotaph on Whitehall, London, has its origins in this need. The Cenotaph, meaning empty tomb, was originally built of plaster and wood for the National Peace Day celebrations and Peace Parade of 19 July 1919. At this parade many servicemen from all Services formed up in Whitehall and marched past this memorial paying their respects to all those that had fallen. Afterwards the crowds who had watched the parade placed flowers around the Cenotaph in memory of their loved ones. This was the origin of the National Remembrance Day Service and Parade which is held annually in November. A representative Troop of

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Scouts proudly marched at the rear of the Naval units in recognition of the valuable support they had given the Admiralty throughout the war, notably for their Coastwatching duties but also marking the other roles they performed as signallers, cooks, orderlies and buglers amongst many others. They were the only boys’ organisation in this parade, a high honour indeed. The temporary Cenotaph was rebuilt in stone and ready for the Remembrance service in November 1921.

It is this image of the red flower growing over the graves and unknown burial places of fallen soldiers, which has led to it becoming the symbol for Remembrance.

In the New Forest there is a different and very interesting memorial which is officially known as the Portuguese Fireplace or locally as the Canadian Fireplace. This marks the site of the camp where a group of Portuguese Soldiers joined with a unit of Canadian Timber Corps workers to provide forestry

Thank you very much for the various projects you have completed on the theme of WW1 – the team have enjoyed seeing or hearing about them. If anyone else has a project underway we would be delighted to hear about it. It is intended to let the County know about the projects which have been completed and received the commemoration badge.

David Griffiths, County WW1 Group dtgriff45@hotmail.com

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As part of our on-going commitment to the local community and associated Challange Award, Portland Troop of 1st Warsash Sea Scout Group, undertook a litter-pick on the Strawberry Fields Recreation Ground whilst also using the evening to play Wide Games and enjoying the summer weather.

Andy (aka Grizzly) Assistant Scout Leader, 1st Warsash Sea Scout Group

The annual Service of Remembrance for those Scouters in Hampshire who have “Gone Home” during the last year will be hosted by Scout Active Support at St. John The Evangelist Church, Underhill Centre, St Johns Rd, Hedge End, SO30 0BW on Sunday October 19th beginning at 2.00pm.

Scouters from the County and Family members of those departed are welcome to attend. The service is followed by refreshments at 3pm.

If you know of someone from your district who has “Gone Home” and feel we may not know about it then please get in contact with the ACC, Richard Spearing, by ringing him on 023 9238 2682 or emailing him at richardspearing452@btinternet.com Any further information needed, please contact Richard.

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There was a buzz of excitement at the Heritage Exhibition Tent at the County Camp H0014 held at Buddens Campsite in Dorset.

The Hampshire Scout Heritage team had done themselves proud, the marque was full of noisy activity as the young people with their Leaders explored the well documented Scouting artefacts, history boards, past uniforms and badges that are part of the collection that has been accumulated over the past few years, they also participated in a quiz about some of the exhibits and on completing it, each of them received a badge for their Camp Fire Blanket.

Hampshire Scout Heritage has gathered together some 3000 plus items that relate to over 100 years of Scouting history in Hampshire, unfortunately these are having to be stored at various locations and this makes life difficult in bringing exhibits together for an event such as this.

The team’s ultimate aim is to place this collection under one roof, a Scout Heritage Centre somewhere in the County that would be open and reachable by all our members and the community in general, where we will exhibit this full collection, a ‘Hampshire Scouting Experience’ and a place where we can carry out our restoration and preservation work.

In the meantime we are keen to focus our efforts on promoting our heritage and encouraging our young members and leaders to connect with our Movement’s fascinating story of serving the Community for over 100 years.

To discover anything more about Hampshire Scout Heritage or any history we might hold about the past in your District or Group leave your details and we will get back to you.

Contact us e-mail: heritage@scouts-hants.org.uk tel: 0845 634604 6451

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Our New Beaver section 3rd Romsey Scouts

Prospective parents and Beavers gathered with the 3rd Romsey Scout Group leadership team in the Jubilee Hall, Timsbury for the official launch of the new Beaver section. They were welcomed as they arrived by Bertie the Beaver, the mascot for Romsey’s Beaver section.

Vanessa Slawson (County Development Officer for Hampshire) then set the scene with an introduction to Scouting, emphasising the fun and activities that Scouting offers young people would not be possible without the volunteers. Tony Moles (Assistant District Commissioner for Beavers, Romsey) then introduced Mat as the new Beaver Scout Leader, along with Kathryn who will be assisting as anExplorer Young Leader. There was also a slideshow of the Group’s activities over the past year to give a taster of activities the Beavers can look forward to in the future.

After the presentation Mat took the restless youngsters to the back of the hall for a taste of things

to come... ‘mini pioneers’ using spaghetti and loom bands: the idea being to assemble a small structure using the bands to hold them together. Not as easy as it sounded – so time for the backup plan: some helicopters kits for each Beaver (and Scout helpers) to make which kept the prospective Beavers and their helpers busy whilst parents asked questions.

The Beaver Colony will be opening in September with 12 Beavers and unsurprisingly, given the popularity of Scouting in Romsey and across Hampshire, the Beaver waiting list already has names on it.

Mat said “We’re looking forward to starting in earnest next term; planning for the programme has already begun and will probably include: more mini pioneers (using something stronger than spaghetti), navigation, knots, plant pressing, fencing; and away from the hall we will be climbing, learning about astronomy, visiting Domino’s Pizza... and lots of fun games!”. So watch out Romsey – 3rd Romsey Obuasi Beavers are on their way!

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3rd Romsey Scout Group put their go-karts from last year’s carnival to good use on Tuesday evening at the inaugural Romsey Carnival Go-Kart Race.

Three Scout teams applied to enter, and then it was time for the thinking caps as a theme and costumes needed planning. With hammers, nails, glue and cable ties the three carts were transformed into World Cup Wonder, Castle Chaos and Hogwarts Hotshots!

Tuesday evening was sunny with blue skies as we assembled in Alma Road car park ready to be judged on the best decorated go-kart prior to the off.

The Mayor and the Carnival Chairman, John Ray, inspected the seven entries closely prior to making their decision – and the winner of the best decorated kart was Hogwarts Hotshots (Kathleen & Lucy) – a good start for 3rd Romsey!

The karts then lined up for the off, as the chequered flag dropped they were off like a shot! Hogwarts Hotshots had a flying start round the car park closely followed by the other two entries from 3rd Scouts. Then it was down Love Lane and up the Hundred, through the Cornmarket where World Cup Wonder took the lead. The karts then raced down Bell Street into Newton Lane and up Narrow Lane before heading back through The Square and back down the Hundred. The final leg of the race went back into Love Lane to Alma Road car park.

World Cup Wonder (Marcus & Adam) won the race closely followed by Castle Chaos (James & Polly) and then Hogwarts Hotshots – so 1st, 2nd and 3rd and best decorated – not a bad evening’s work!

Thank you to the carnival committee for putting on the go-kart race – it was great fun and all 7 teams enjoyed taking part! It was a well organised event and nice to have an event for the under-16’s to take part in during the Bed Race evening - we can’t wait to take part next year!

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Space & Alien Cub Camp

1st Romsey & 1st Bishop Waltham (Diamond)

After all the beautiful sunshine we decided to go to camp at the same time as Wimbledon so the weather was always going to be interesting. We stayed at Deorfrith Lodge in Lyndhurst which we would recommend as a venue. Saturday morning began with UFO flying (frisbees) just as the rain fell, so back inside to complete a space construction kit (lego) and making our own version of a flying saucer. The sunshine did break through in the afternoon allowing us to launch balloon rockets outside and we confess that a couple flew off the straws onto the roof. For the astronomers badge we made models of the solar system and strung them across the hall. The evening wide game became indoor moon walking and searching for alien supplies before settling to watch a space related film. The Ninja Nanna was a source of hilarity for all. Anita was a great story teller about stinky Colin and his travelling space dustbin.

Sunday started with inspection and a Scouts Own where the moral of the story was be prepared. The prayer was written by an astronaut who recited it from space to Congress. Out came the messy junk to create a lunar landscape for all the bits we had made. There was wide game hunting for aliens before a pizza lunch. The final activity was the water rockets which were launched with foot pumps. We all had a certificate and NASA badge to take home. Great fun was had by all and thanks to everyone for making it a splendid weekend.

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HIMALAYAN BALSAM PULLING AT THE CADNAM RIVER, OWER

On Thursday 10th July the Cubs & Scouts of 3rd Romsey Scout Group teamed up with Catherine Chatters the New Forest Non-Native Plants Officer of the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Wildlife Trust to help her remove Himalayan Balsam along the Cadnam River at Ower.

how dense the Balsam was and how high it grew, some was even taller than our Leader Simon!

We were all very grateful that we were working in the shade as it was a very hot evening and regular water breaks were needed. However, after a couple of hours of pulling we were able to look This is the second year that the Cubs & Scouts have at the results with pride - we had made a massive joined with Catherine to help local landowners by difference and cleared well over half of the area. pulling the invasive non-native Himalayan balsam The pulled up plants can be left in heaps to rot down or, on a hot sunny day, they dry out quickly from local watercourses. and are soon killed. Some of the piles of Balsam The Cubs started in the fields along the river and pulled by the Troop were as tall as our Scouts. were not deterred by the stinging nettles in the meadow they were clearing, their enthusiasm was After being rewarded with snacks at the end of the amazing as they cleared the field – and all their evening the Scouts headed off home for a wellhard work made a big difference ready for the deserved sleep.

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Thanks to Catherine for orgainising the evening, if The Scouts moved to another field and the island you would like to volunteer or you would like some in the stream. The Scouts were faced by the help with controlling Himalayan Balsam on your Balsam before even climbing over the gate and land please get in touch with her at Catherine. were quickly pulling and stomping to make room Chatters@hiwwt.org.uk for the whole Troop to get through. It was amazing

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New County Website Launched Your new County Website is now open! with a spectacular launch during H0014.

New features include – Promotion of Scouting splash page, fixed information areas, Search bar, social media and hardcopy sharing with one click plus much, much more of the information you asked for.

Thank you to Southampton University student, Robert Liverpool, (now a volunteer) for building the site. Kevin Gilkerson and David Patrick who remain as Web support and new web team supporters Gene Burgoyne, who also added all of your Posts from the old site, Max Pinfield - Explorer in New Forest South, Oli Bills - SSAGO Southampton.

Thank you to all who contributed ideas and suggestions and thank you to all of the positive comments received so far. We will continue to develop the website so please keep those comments coming. If you or anyone you know be interested in supporting Communications, Media and PR in Hampshire, we would be pleased to hear from them.

Ray Noice – ACC Communications: acc.comms@scouts-hants.org.uk

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Hampshire Scout Caving Club

Caving Days 18th or 19th October 2014

Try Caving on Saturday or Sunday the 18th or 19th of October 2014 at Hampshire Scout Caving Club’s Caving Days. The activities are targeted at the novice caver who has little or no experience. If you have been before let us know and we can arrange slightly harder trips in the same area.

A Caving Day consists of about 3 hours caving in the morning and 3 hours of caving in the afternoon(normally at Burrington Coombe and Priddy or in the local area).

Based around Priddy in the Mendip Hills of Somerset the cost is ÂŁ90 per group of 6 or part thereof (this does not include food or transport to Mendip).

If you are interested get your section leader to obtain more information and booking forms.

HSCC Booking Secretary Gavin Bancroft can be contacted on gavinbancroft@fsmail.net 07717 177744

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1st Aldershot Scouts take a trip to Abergavenny

1st Aldershot Scout troop enjoyed a fun week in Wales from Sat 9 - Sunday 16 August 2014. Every three years cubs, Scouts and leaders from the group travel to a small village just outside Abergavenny for an exciting week of camping and outdoor activities. Outdoor pursuits such as hiking, climbing, rafting, kayaking, archery, and rifle-shooting were offered to members of the group (via troop instructors), ensuring all the Scouters had an adventurous trip away enjoying lots of new activities. The coach left early on the Saturday morning to depart for Wales. Lots of smiling faces waved goodbye to Mum’s and Dad’s as the coach headed out to their campsite in llanfair kilgeddin.

Throughout the week the Scouts saw some heavy rain but also encountered many bursts of sunshine (and towards the end of the week there were even some full days of glorious weather). The troop managed to partake in all the activities on the programme throughout the week (a few shifts had to be made due to weather conditions). The Scouts went rafting and spent a day hiking, cubs partook in kayaking and climbing and the everyone enjoyed various group activities.

The Wednesday of the camp had a medieval theme. All cubs and Scouts (and a few of the leaders) donned medieval outfits and made a visit to the nearby historical castle (Raglan Castle, Raglan). In the afternoon various days of yore activities were arranged for the youngsters to compete in. Flu-flu, jousting (on space hoppers!), coits and hoops plus tapestry-making all proved very popular. The Scouts were even treated to a medieval banquet in the evening.

It was a very popular week for both the youngsters and the adults who can’t wait until the next visit to Abergavenny in 2017. If you would like to learn more about 1st Aldershot Scouts please contact us at firstaldershotscouts@ gmail.com or twitter.com/1staldershot, alternatively visit our website at www.1staldershot.co.uk.

Nathan Barham, 1st Aldershot Scouts Assistant Leader www.hampshirescouts.org.uk

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Waterlooville and 2nd Waterlooville Scout Groups and no doubt these men knew each other.

We were just not able to find the names and dates of these scouters from Waterlooville but also burial sites, details of their command and where they were born. Even more so Kelly, found pictures and documents from Private Robert M. Manns.

Assistant Scoutmaster at 1st Waterlooville of his pay, Christmas card and sadly graves registration document.

What have WaterloovilleBlack Sheep Network Group been up to recently?

Well, on one sun filled evening back in May, Waterlooville Black Sheep Network Group took part in the achieving Hampshire WWI Badge.

The team of network members using Richard’s work place (thank you!) took to the internet and researched about local scout members from Waterlooville who took part in the First World War. After initially struggling at first, the team was able to find information about members from 1st

All this information that Waterlooville Black Sheep has been pasted to the County Archivist so that we never forget their commitment and honour.

Moreover, on 20th July at Horndean’s War Memorial Rededication, one of our up and coming members to Network; Rebecca Rowney.

Rebecca was smartly dressed andparaded the Union Flag for the rededication in front hundreds of people, servicemen and women, ventures and fellow scouters.

Communicating with members https://members.scouts.org.uk/comms_centre/ There are lots of tools available to help you communicate Scouting, whether it’s to parents, other members, other parts of the community, or the wider media. The online print centre makes it easy for you to create your own personalised publicity materials and print them yourself or place an order. A Scouting photo library is also available for up-to-date images.

Use the communication tips and create effective newsletters, social media, websites, video, face-to-face, writing news and using webinars.

Develop your communications with communication planning, communicating key messages, communication cascade, managing content, and building a communications team.

Before producing any Scouting publicity material, it’s also worth checking the Scout brand guidelines to help you make sure that what you’re producing is consistent with the message that everyone else is putting out. for further support: communications@scouts-hants.org.uk or pr@scouts-hants.org.uk the team also includes support with Media via: media@scouts-hants.org.uk Ray Noice: acc.comms@scouts-hants.org.uk eNews good practice eNews goes out to DCs and Chairs every Monday afternoon. Some Districts add District information and email onwards to all Adults.

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Carfest is a fundraiser for BBC Children In Need lead by Radio 2 presenter and Scout Ambassador, Chris Evans on farm land owned by Jody Scheckter, former Formula 1 driver and now Hampshire Farmer.

Cars - music - cakes - pies and much much more. Chris Evans - Paul Hollywood - Red Arrows - Pudsey - Kaiser Chiefs - Seasick Steve - Andy Bell (Erasure) - Tiger parachute display team - and many more met the Scout team this year.

A MASSIVE Thank you to The Hampshire Scouts gate entry team, who wrist banded the 24,000 visitors each day!

68 young people and 20 adults who want to join scouts 200. Scouts from as far afield at The Isle of Man. Pudsey Bear for visiting the stand and trying to kayak – nothing is impossible!

Kent Scout team for the virtual kayaking – superb use of technology Romsey Scout District Breakfast Cafe and Red Radish for the food – yum!

Scout Headquarters for the MDU (Mobile Display Unit) & Eddie Stobart for delivery and collection. The Paracord Team – great bracelets.

The bouldering wall guys who supervised ‘hundreds’ of kids, big and little over the weekend.

And finally, the very wet team who helped people pack their tents away in the rain.

The event is growing each year – if you think you would like to be part of the team next year then put the 27th – 31st August in your diary and contact cdo@scouts-hants.org.uk for more information.

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Activity Leadership Courses 2014 7 September 2014

BCU Foundation Safety & Rescue Training Course

19-21 September 2014 (arrive Thur eve) 19-21 September 2014 (arrive Thur eve) 19-21 September 2014 (arrive Thur eve) 19-21 September 2014 (arrive Thur eve)

Mountain Leader Award Training or Assessment (part 1 of 2) Walking Group Leader Award Training or Assessment

19-21 September 2014 (arrive Fri eve) 26-28 September 2014 4-5 October 2014 10-12 October 2014 (arrive Thur eve) 10-12 October 2014 (arrive Thur eve) 10-12 October 2014 (arrive Thur eve)

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Single Pitch Award (Climbing) Training or Assessment Adventurous Activity Permit Training or Assessment – Climbing or Hillwalking Terrain 1 or 2 Hillwalking/Climbing Refresher & Experience weekend � NSRA Youth Proficiency Scheme – Shooting Archery GB Community Sports Leader Award course (part 1 of 2) Mountain Leader Award Training or Assessment (part 2 of 2) Walking Group Leader Award Training or Assessment Single Pitch Award (Climbing) Training or Assessment

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£30 per person + BCU registration £275 per person (Hampshire price) £135 per person (Hampshire price) £115 per person (Hampshire price) £95 per person (Hampshire price)

Lakeside, Eastleigh Lakes

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£135 per person

Ferny Crofts

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Ferny Crofts

South Wales

South Wales

South Wales

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