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Below you will find a listing of events opened up to Explorer Scouts around the UK.
Please note: Events that are advertised here are not formally endorsed by The Scout Association (unless stated). This is simply a place for them to be advertised. The UK Scout Headquarters therefore takes no organisational responsibility for these events. The Scout Association is not responsible for the content of external internet sites.
Do you have an event coming up in your patch thats open to Explorer Scouts across the UK? If you do, please let us know about it and we'll advertise it for free!.
It's quick and easy - here's what information you need to let us have.
Then email the Explorer Scout Office at explorer.scout@scout.org.uk letting us have all of the above, details of who you are and some contact details. We'll do the rest.
See below for events already being advertised
Oganising a trip abroad can be a daunting prospect. Rest assured that there is lots of support out there to make it an enjoyable experience for you and the young people. Follow this link to the International pages on Scoutbase which are packed to bursting with information and advice on traveling abroad as well as opportunities to join already organised trips
You will also find the International Opportunities newsletter which is produced monthly and contains up and coming International events held in the UK and around the world.
KidsOutdoors - What's your adventure?
What: The KidsOutdoors campaign helps more young people across the UK experience the freedom of the outdoors. We want to encourage a million new outdoor adventures.
Who: KidsOutdoors is run by The Scout Association
The KidsOutdoors Campaign aims to inspire a million new outdoor adventures. We want to encourage young people to embrace outdoor activities - it makes doing things outdoors a more attractive alternative to TV and computer games.
KidsOutdoors hopes to change perceptions of today's young people and challenge them to spend more time outdoors.
When: Launched on the 7th of February 2008 at London Docklands
Where: Where ever you are - this is aimed at everyone!
More information www.kidsoutdoors.com
Join the largest and oldest youth sailing training organisation in the UK on their two voyages on the Stavros S Niarchos
Who: The voyage is open to 16 - 75 year olds so leaders can come too!
When: Both vouages are for 7 nights with the first starting on the 14 May and the second on the 21 May.
Where: With the Azorean Sea Scouts, Azores.
Extra: As well as these specific voyages we run a full programme throughout the year on our Brig and now our new Challenger Yachts
You will find our new 2008 programme on our website under voyages
If you are looking for an adventure weekend to help your Summer start with a bang then look no further than Pathfinder
Who: Open to ALL Explorers across the UK
When: July 4-6th 2008,
Where: Hereford and Worcester County Campsite and Activity Centre, Kinver.
So how do you get involved? Simple. Just go online to our special website site at www.kinvercamp.org.uk and register to receive information and forms.
The event consists of 24 long hard hours of fun and activities where half of the challenge is just keeping going until the bitter end.
Who: Open to all Explorer Scouts and Senior Section Guides aged 14-18 and those linking to these sections.
When: July 12th (9am)- 13th (9am) 2008
Where: Gilwell Park Activity Centre, Gilwell Park, Chingford, London E4 7QW.
So what do you do now? Go online for more information and booking
Smuggler 2008
What: 4 days of programmed activites, 6 nights of evening entertainment, a day of choice activites or a day out to explore Cornwall.
Who: 14 - 18 year olds
When: Sun 3rd August - Sat 9th August 2008
Where: Stithians Showground, Nr Redruth, Cornwall
Contact: admin@smuggler.org.uk
Project 819
What: An Explorer Scout and Guide Conservation Camp run by the Epping Forest Conservation Project Scout Fellowship in conjunction with the Epping Forest Centenary Trust.
Participants will take part in a wide selection of projects during the week from pond clearance to path building, as well as lots of fun activities.
Who: Open to all members of Explorers and Senior Section Guides aged 14-18. Networkers and fellowship are more than welcome to join the organisation teams.
When: Sun 17th August - Sat 23rd August 2008
Where: The camp is based at Fairmead campsite, Epping. Explorers attend from all over the UK
Hot off the press here is the website for Project 819:
Contact: stuscouts@hotmail.com
Theme Park Camp
What: The weekend involves spending all day Saturday at Thorpe Park, home to Nemesis:Inferno, Colossus, a 10-loop rollercoaster, Stealth, which gets to 80mph in 2 seconds, and loads of other spinning/soggy rides, or a nice quiet visit to Thorpe Farm on the train. In the evenings, we run discos, have a fancy dress night, bingo, karaoke, giant games, camp fires, and usually an inflatable something too.
Who: Open to Explorers, Network, and SSAGO
When: 5th-7th September 2008
Where: Within a few miles of the A3/M25 junction.
Minotaur Madness 2008
What: An open air concert to show off Young people's Talent in Bands, Singing and Event Management
Who: The event is aimed at older Scouts, Explorers, Network, Guides and Rangers
When: 27th September 2008
Where: Botley Park, Botley Road, Oxford.
Cost: £5.50 in advance, £10 on the gate
Contact: info@minotaurmadness.com
M*E*S*H 2008 (Mixin*Explorer*Scout*Holiday)
Wild West Theme
What: Camp run by Chislehurst Network (& friends) to give your hard working leaders a well earned break after the long summer months. Full programme of onsite activities including ariel adventure, shooting, line dancing, crafts, disco, campfires, wide games, cooking, archery, rodeos, lassoing, hoe downs and much more.
Who: Open to all members of Explorers and Senior Section Guides aged 14-18. Networkers and fellowship are more than welcome to join the organisation teams.
When: 26-28 September 2008
Where: Downe Scout Activity Centre www.downeactivitycentre.org.uk
Contact: chislehurst.explorers@btinternet.com
Cost: Explorers and Senior Section Guides - £20 , Leaders - £12
It's all about the adventure - and now's the time to take part in one of the country's biggest challenge events over a full weekend!
Who: The Apex Challenge is widely regarded as the UK's leading activity
competition for Explorer Scouts and members of the Scout Network
When:10-12 October 2008.
Where:A thrilling adventure challenge through an entire weekend in the
North York Moors National Park.
At every event you can expect to find yourself rock climbing, canoeing, mountain biking and completing tough challenges while racing against the clock to beat the other teams
Snowdon Dragon
What: Fully supported walking expedition taking in the major peaks from Cadair Idris (Machynlleth) to Snowdon. There will be experienced hike leaders and support team.
Who: The Dragon is run by the Welsh Scout Council mountaineering team based in Snowdonia. The expedition is open to Explorer Scouts, members of the Scout Network and young leaders between the ages of 16 and 25.
When: 27th Dec 2008 to 4th Jan 2009
Where: North Wales
Cost: £125 for whole trip or £15 per day
Contact: dragon@yr-hafod.org.uk
More information: www.yr-hafod.org.uk/
Roverway '09 - ICELAND
What: Roverway is an event offered by WOSM and WAGGGS Europe. The event is held every 3rd year, each time at a new location. This is your opportunity to head north in 2009 to experience something new, something different within our great movement and make friends from all over the world.
Who: For Members of The Scout Association and Girl Guide UK from the age of 16 to 22 (born 1987-1993). Opportunities are available for members over the age of 22 as the International Service Team (IS team)
When: 27th Dec 2008 to 4th Jan 2009. Registration is not open until Sept/Oct '08 but let us know that you are interested NOW and start fund raising!!
Where: Iceland
Contact: explorer.scout@scout.org.uk
More information: www.roverway.is/
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