Northumberland Scouts

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Northern Lights 2011
Sadly this event had to be cancelled due to poor ticket sales and very little response to sponsorship requests - it seems to have been a victim of the current financial times.

Join In Jamboree
Join In Jamboree is a suite of programme resources focusing on the Global Programme Zone and International Self Development Area.  You will have received some material with your Scouting Magazine and it is also available online.  Check it out and join in by clicking here

The Jamboree Unit are holding a Snail Race at Seaton Delaval Social Club on Saturday 19th February starting at 7.30 pm.  Tickets are 5 pounds and it will be a great fun night for all the family!  For more information click here

Bear Island
Have you seen the video on You Tube following a group of Scouts who visited Bear Island?  If not take a look by clicking here.

CamJam 2011
CamJam 2011 international camp is being held July 2011.  For more information click here

Beaver Scouts - 25 Year Celebrations (Lynn Naisbitt)
Many Colonies have taken up the 25th Birthday Challenge - if you have the badges but no challenges please contact County Office by clicking here

I have now been in post a year but I am still yet to visit every District in the County.  I am looking for invitations to meetings or events 
from all Districts and will do my best to attend as many as possible. If you could please e-mail me a copy of the dates of all District Meetings
and events as soon as possible I would be most grateful.
I am looking to form a small team to help me organise Events and offer help and support to Leaders and groups around the County.  If you 
are interested or would like more information please get in touch. Ideally I would like leaders from across the county. Click here to contact me.

Cub Scouts (Michael Munro)
A big Bravo and well done  to all the Cubs and Cub Leaders who took part in the Tynemouth Gang Show in November last year.  If you enjoyed, were inspired or would like to test your theatrical skills on stage, then the Newcastle Show has just started rehearsals for its show in April and would welcome you to join their rehearsals.
I had the pleasure and fortune to attend three District Carol Services before Christmas. Well done to all the cubs who took part in leading these Services.
There will be an ADC leaders meeting at the 5th Whitley Bay HQ on Tuesday 2nd March starting at 7.30pm . An agenda and directions will be provided during February
Finally as you read this, a new pack will have recently opened in Seahouses and we welcome the new Cubs to the Fun and Adventurous world that is Scouting.

Explorer Scouts (Chris Eldridge)
County Explorer Scout Forum 15th February 2011 19:00 hrs until 21:00 hrs.
Please note that the format for these meetings are that Uniform to be worn by all. This meeting is open to all Explorer Units and it would be great to get 2/3 Explorer Scouts from each unit attending. It is also open to all Leaders who are working with the Explorer Scout section. Usually half way through the meeting the meeting divides into 2 groups Explorer Scouts & Leaders. Let Chris Eldridge know if you are able to attend so an agenda can be provided. Click here  
The venue is Eversheds Board Room Central Square South Orchard Street Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 3XX
For a map click here

Chill Out Camp 8th to 10th April 2011

A Camp planned by Explorer Scouts for Explorer Scouts. The weekend is designed to be a fun weekend with a mixture of activities and a chance to just relax and chill out. There will be a Chill out village with a Mongolian Yurt, Camp fire & BBQ area, Dance Tent & Non Alcoholic Cocktail Bar. Activities will include Water Sports, Climbing, Zorbing as well as a Wide game and Has Scouting got talent competition. Plus many more activities.
Cost 20 pounds per person. For more details contact Chris by clicking here

Northumberland County Challenge Event 123 July 2011

Competing for the Neville Trotter Trophy A true challenge event taking you across Northumberland Scout County via a magnificent and challenging Route. Open to teams of Explorer Scouts, Network Scouts & Adults involved in Scouting This event builds Team Work as the team face activities such as -
Abseiling, Archery, Climbing, Camp Master Chief, Canoeing, Camp Master Chief, MT Biking, Problem Solving, Rifle Shooting, Walking
Cost 30 punds per person. Teams are minimum 4 persons up to 7 persons. For more details contact Chris by clicking here


Network
There is a network bowling night being organised for the Wednesday the 23rd of February at Star bowl at the North Shields Royal Quays. This is during half term. It is open to anyone of Network age whether Leader, Interesting in getting involved in Network or already part of a Network.  For more information contact County Administration by clicking here


Under 30's MOOT (Move Over Our Turn)
This event will take place on Saturday 2nd April in North Tyneside.  It will be based around 'if the Under 30s were in charge of Scouting in Northumberland - how would it work - what would you do?'  It will begin at 10 am until 4 pm and lunch will be included. Invitaitons will follow. 

Award Congratulations
You can find the names of the latest Award holders which have been submitted to County Office by clicking here

Submission of Award Details
Don't forget to advise County Office of the Awards presented within your Groups.  This results in the young people being mentioned on the County Website Awards page and receiving an invitation to the Chief Scout Award Ceremony in March 2011. Full names, address, and award presented should be forwarded to info@northumberlandscouts.org.uk