10 Explorers and 5 Leaders have just returned from the New Forest on a D of E practise expedition. Both teams successfully completed the three day expedition during which we had beautiful (if slightly cold) weather. We stayed at Ferny Crofts Campsite and Long Meadow Campsite which gave a varied experience. Well done to both teams and heres to the assessed expedition in August.
Happy New Year! A new term means a new programme which we are pleased to share below. All meetings are subject to change based on COVID restrictions but these will be emailed out as needed. If your interested in joining us, please get in touch! Date Activity Location Other Details 03/01/2022 No Meeting N/A N/A 10/01/2022 Trading Post 4th Worth Uniform 17/01/2022 Crossbows / D of E Routes 4th Worth Uniform & Warm Clothing 23/01/2022 Crossbows / D of E Routes 4th Worth Uniform & Warm Clothing 31/01/2022 Mental Health Awareness 4th Worth Guest Facilitator – Uniform 07/02/2022 Hunted TBC …
3 members of Shackleton joined Drake on their mountain activity weekend in the Peak District this weekend for a fantastic trip. Arriving late on Friday to Gradbach campsite in thick fog, the weather didn’t stop us from enjoying ourselves. On Saturday we split into 2 groups, one climbing at the Roaches in the morning whilst the other group went on a hike, and swapping activities for the afternoon. On the Sunday we again split into 2 groups, one tackling an arduous route from Edale, following the Pennine Way up Jacobs Ladder and on to Kinder Low before visiting Kinder downfall …
Full write up to follow!
This weekend Stanford Campsite hosted Shackleton Explorers and our summer ’18 activity camp. Not only did we have fantastic weather, but a great programme which included clay pigeon shooting, a hike, rock climbing, and a campfire! Also a great chance for new members to get to know the unit and learn more about the Explorer section.
St George, the patron saint of scouting, was celebrated in style by hundreds of members of Crawley District on Sunday 22nd April in Queen’s Square, Crawley. Many thanks to those that were able to attend this special celebration!
Shackleton Explorers will be joining 4th Worth Scouts at Worth Church on Sunday 12th November for Remembrance Sunday parade. Please meet at the Church at 9:30am in uniform. The service should finish at 11:15am, parents are welcome to join us for the service.