We are welcoming back our weekend of volunteering training courses following the pandemic. Our new course layout allows more flexible training for our volunteers. Please find below a course list and the content covered. Course enrolment is first come, first served by completing the booking form at the bottom of the page. Very limited indoor...
We have a number of Volunteer Learning Opportunities taking place across the weekend of 24th to 26th June 2022. Getting Started - 16 places Friday 24th June 2022 form 7.30pm to 9.30pm This is a course is for new leaders or those looking to refresh their initial training. We will cover the first of the...
After two years of hosting Reunion virtually, we can’t wait to welcome volunteers back to Gilwell Park for a weekend of fun, inspiration, and long overdue catch ups. Here are just some of the exciting things you'll have to look forward to: Inspiring workshops Fun activities and a chance to connect with your inner child...
On our volunteer learning weekend from Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd October 2022, we have a number of learning opportunities for our volunteers to sign up. Friday Safety and Safeguarding (19:00-21:00) Saturday Learning to Lead (09:30-17:00) Learning to Away (09:30-17:00) Getting Started, Safety and Safeguarding (09:30-12:30) Getting Started, Safety and Safeguarding (13:30-16:30) Sunday Learning to...
On our volunteer learning weekend from Friday 17th to Sunday 19th March 2023, we have a number of learning opportunities for our volunteers to sign up. Friday Getting Started, Safety and Safeguarding (19:00-21:30) Saturday Learning to Away - Day One* (09:30-17:00) Nights Away Adviser (NAA) Training** (09:30-17:00) Sunday Learning to Away - Day Two* (09:30-17:00)...
The Hollinwood Team would like to invite you to a FREE leaders' camp at the campsite on Friday 14th to Sunday 16th April (the weekend after Easter). This camp is for you to get to see our space, relax and meet other leaders. We would also like to encourage you to bring/swap/exchange/barter your scouting supplies,...
Over the next 12 months, The Scouts will be making fundamental changes to the volunteer journey, to make volunteering easier and more rewarding. The key themes of 'what is changing' are: Creating a warmer welcome for new volunteers, with flexible, personalised ways to get involved Simplifying volunteering, by changing roles and team structures Making learning...
On our volunteer learning weekend from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th June 2023, we have a number of learning opportunities for our volunteers to sign up. Friday Safety and Safeguarding (19:00-21:00) This session will be face-to-face and follow the structure of The Scouts online courses. Please bring with you a laptop, tablet or smartphone to...
Two of the Manager and Supporter Skills Courses (MAST), Achieving Growth and Meeting the Challenges will be available for completion on two, one day learning opportunities on Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th September 2023. The course will run from 09.30 to 16.30 at Lilford District HQ, Shuttle Street, Tyldesley, M29 8BS. Tea, coffee and biscuits...
Jump in feet first at Gilwell Reunion 2023, the original weekend camp that inspires, energises and celebrates adults at Scouts. From 1 - 3 September 2023, Gilwell Park will come alive with an incredible programme of activities, workshops and entertainment. Learn new skills that will stay with you for life, find inspiring programme ideas and...
The County Chair cordially invites you to attend the Annual General Meeting of Greater Manchester West County Scout Council On Wednesday 27th September 2023 Arrival from 7.00pm for prompt 7.30pm start Cansfield High School, Cansfield Grove, Ashton-in-Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 9SF (access to school via the car park on Cansfield Grove only) RSVP by...
On our volunteer learning weekend from Friday 20th to Sunday 22nd October 2023, we have a number of learning opportunities for our volunteers to sign up. Friday Safety and Safeguarding (19:00-21:00) This session will be face-to-face and follow the structure of The Scouts online courses. Please bring with you a laptop, tablet or smartphone to...
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