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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 programme@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.
Cadets and Youth Groups Challenge
What: The challenge is a competition involving cadets and youth groups from 12-18. You have to cover a distance of 13.1 mile, but in an imaginative, innovative way.
Who: St. John Ambulance cadets, Army, Sea and Air Cadets, Young Firefighters and Police Cadets, Girl Guides and Explorer Scout.
When: the competition runs from March to Mid December 2009
Where: it's up to you where you do your challenge, preferably in your own area to maximise publicity
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St Dunstan's is a registered charity who provide support for blind and visually impaired ex-Service men and women
YHA Do It 4 Real
What: This year our camps are bigger and better than ever before. From Action Adventure to Urban Vibe there's sure to be something for you...
Who: For young people aged 10 - 16 and new for 2009 - Future Leader camp for 17 - 19 year olds
When: Book a place on a DI4R summer camp before 15th June 2009 and we'll give you a 50pounds YHA accommodation voucher, to use when you stay at any YHA hostel between 1st September 2009 and 28th February 2010.
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Adventure Offshore
What: A number of berths are still available on board the Scout yachts Ocean Scout and Offshore Scout this summer. This is a fantastic opportunity to experience offshore sailing and visit some of the interesting port towns in Northern Europe and the Baltic Sea whilst delivering the boats to the start port for the famous Tall Ships Race series, or returning the boats to the UK following a summer participating in the races in the Baltic.
There are also some places left on the official Tall Ships Cruise In Company; during which you would sail from Russia to Finland in company with other sail training vessels from around the world.
Who: These are suitable for anyone from Explorer age upwards - including Network and Leaders, it's not restricted to people within Scouting and you don't need any experience
When:
Outbound delivery legs in advance of the Tall Ships races:
Tall Ships cruise in company:
Return delivery legs following the Tall Ships races:
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Humberside Explorer Scouts Monopoly Run 2009
Who: Teams of Scouts/Explorers within the North East Region. Please note that Scouts must be aged 12 and over on the day of the event
What: After leaving 'GO' teams will use their score sheet to navigate around the venues within the Hull City Centre area and at each location the teams will answer questions, complete tasks or take part in challenges to earn prizes. Teams can also use the day for shopping and/or visiting the local free museums such as the Ferens Art Gallery, Maritime Museum, Streetlife Museum and Wilberforce House. The day will end with an evening of fun, challenge and adventure on the campsite.
When: 26 - 28th June 2009
Where: Raywell Park Activity Centre, Humberside Scout HQ, with the Monopoly Run itself taking part within Hull City Centre
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British Pedal Car Championship
Who: Scouts and Explorers
What: A 24 hour pedal car race at the superb Shenington Go-Kart track.
When: 27th to 28th June 2009
Where: Shenington Kart Club circuit near Banbury
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Open University Event - 2009
What: To celebrate the Open University's 40th birthday the Milton Keynes campus is opening its doors for a unique opportunity to see how concepts become reality and would like to invite you to attend!
What's on offer:
Who: The event is suitable for all; we have good disabled access, are easily reached by car/coach but will also run a shuttle from MK Central station.
The event is free of charge and no need to book unless you are coming as a coach load!
When: Saturday June 27 2009 10 am until 18.00
Where: Open University, Milton Keynes
Contact: anniversary@open.ac.uk
DRAGNET
What: What: The Dragnet Challenge is to make your way through a narrow corridor of land in the Cumbrian Lake district covering a distance of around 35 miles. Teams of four have to navigate from Friday night until Sunday morning back to the defined base camp from the secret drop off point. On the way you must avoid capture from teams of experienced catchers who can take one of of three life cards which will reduce your chance of winning the competition. The winning teams must have the maximum number of lives and run into the base camp closest to 11am on the Sunday.
The Event is organised by Cumbria Explorer Scouts
Who: Explorers and Network Members
When: 3-5 July 2009 (First full weekend in July every year).
Where: Cumbria
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Pathfinder
What: A choice of over 25 activities with expert instructors available to teach you. Daytime activities are based on and offsite, all your transportation is provided to and from these venues as part of your fee. The evening entertainment consisting of the Challenge Cup based onsite and the famous "disco" by DJ Fitz held in large offsite dance club
Who: Explorer Scouts/Guides aged 14 to 18 years.
When: 3-5th July 2009
Where: Kinver Scout Camp, Kinver, Staffs
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Gilwell 24
What: 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: Saturday 11th July (9am) until Sunday 12th July 2009 9am
Where: Gilwell Park
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Monopoly Live
What: Each team has 8 hours to visit and photograph themselves at various locations around the City and Conurbation of Nottingham, travelling using the superb tram and bus network, just like a live game of Monopoly. Points are awarded for each place visited, some places worth more than others. The team with the most points wins the prize package!
Who: Each team will consist of 5 Explorer Scouts.
When: Friday 10th - Sunday 12th July 2009
Where: Robin Hood Campsite, Mansfield, Nottingham
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London Bikeathon Volunteers 2009 for Leukaemia Research
Who: Explorers and Network
What: The London Bikeathon event need volunteers to work from 8:30am for as long as possible, and the event closes at 5pm (with lunch and refreshments included). For the marshal roles, we ensure that volunteers are placed in pairs and are conducted on a limited-shift basis..
When: 19th July 2009
Where: London
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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: July 19th - 28th, Registration is open so follow the link to www.scouts.org.uk/roverway/. Let us know that you are interested NOW and start fund raising!!
Where: Iceland
Contact: roverway@scout.org.uk
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Derbyshire Tall Ships Race
What: The Tall Ships Races are an annual event organised by Sail Training International for sail training boats from across the globe. Around 80 sailing vessels of all sizes and varieties enter each year; each crewed by a young crew aged 15-25
When: Various Dates through July and August 2009
Where: All over the place..... No prior sailing experience is necessary!
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Open Gold DofE Expedition
What: ScoutsWales will be running an "open" gold expedition from its centre at Hafod in Snowdonia this summer. This will be open to any members of Scouting who wish to complete either a final assessed expedition or undertake complete expedition training including a final practice expedition.
Who: The event is intended as an opportunity for individuals or small numbers who are unable to form their own team to undertake an expedition.
When: 21 to 29 August 2009
Where: Welsh Scout Mountain Centre "Yr Hafod" in the Ogwen valley, Snowdonia
Contact: wyn.owen@jobcentreplus.gsi.gov.uk
More information:
www.scoutswales.org.uk/programme/dofe/opengold
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Project 820
What: Conservation week, tackling many diverse conservation projects from brush and pond clearance to path building, in the Great Epping Forrest
Who: Open to ALL Explorers from across the globe
When: 23 - 29th August 2009
Where: Epping Forrest, London
Contact: stuscouts@hotmail.com
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Added Bonus: Taking part in this project can sometimes be used as the residential section of the DofE Gold and QSA
Theme Park Camp
Who: 400 Explorers and Network
What: Spend all Saturday at Thorpe Park, they've got some truly awesome rides these days, like Stealth, 0-80mph in TWO seconds! On both evenings there's discos, fancy dress, karaoke, giant party games, and all sorts of stuff!
When: 4-6th September 2009
Where: Near the A3/M25 junction in Surrey.
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AWESOME
Who: The weekend is open to all Explorer Scouts from across Wales and the rest of the UK.
What: Utilising the fantastic location of Glanusk Park set in rolling Welsh countryside on the banks of the River Usk, AWESOME will offer true down and dirty outdoor activities. The type of activities that will be on offer are survival skills, rock climbing, zip wire, open fires - and as we're camped next to the Usk it'd be rude not to include canoeing and rafting!
When: 11th-13th September 2009
Where: Glanusk Park, Wales
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Apex Extreme
Who: Explorer Scouts and Scout Network.
What: The UK's most extreme Adventure Competition returns to the world-famous Ilkley Moor, for a weekend packed with challenges. At every event you can expect to find yourself rock climbing, canoeing, mountain biking and completing other tough challenges while racing against the clock to beat the other teams. Join the Adventure!
When: 2nd-4th October 2009
Where: Ilkley Moor, West Yorkshire
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Challenge Events. Action Medical Research charity sailing fundraising event
Who: This event is open to anyone over the age of 16. Yachts accommodate 6 people, you can enter as an individual or as a team.
What: A weekend sailing challenge aboard a 40 foot yacht to raise money for national children's charity Action Medical Research. Saturday is spent learning the ropes with the help of an RYA instructor. On Sunday you take charge of the yacht (under your instructors supervision) and race around the Isle of Wight. If you complete the weekend challenge you will be eligible for the RYA Start Sailing certificate.
When: 9-12th October 2009
Where: We set off from Gosport Marina and spend the nights aboard in Cows marina
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Operation Camp Cockerel
Who: Explorer Scouts
What: Day activities which will include: climbing and abseiling, rifle shooting, archery, all terrain boards and many more bases Evening activities include an incident hike around Bewdley and Kidderminster.
When: Friday 13th November-Sunday 15th November 2009
Where: Rhydd Covert Scout Campsite
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