Laser Explorer Sea Scout Unit

Less talk about the reunion and more talk about how were Scouts 🎶
prepares you for stardom 📸✨

Wonder if these Cub Scouts earned their Musician Badge?

Young Leaders (14-18) can volunteer alongside adult leaders in a Squirrel Drey, Beaver Colony, Cub Pack or Scout Troop ⚜

They're a valuable asset to any leadership team and play an active role in the section, bringing a range of fresh ideas to the table and acting as positive role models for the young people they work alongside.

Find out more about the benefits of our Young Leader Scheme here 👉 bit.ly/3VrQDfV

We may be in the holiday break but our volunteers are still giving up their time to keep the grounds tidy.
Come and help us! Drop us a message, even if it’s an hour or two per term.

Follow us on Instagram as our young people our account on Sunday and share the fun and antics we’re getting up to!

https://www.instagram.com/laserexplorers?igsh=MTI2b2M5d3hwOWZnbA==

Last night we wished one of our Leaders farewell as he goes onto pastures new.
Thank you Michael! 🙏
Good luck with your new adventures from all your friends at Laser. 👏

Explorers from around have been out representing at Trooping the Colour 🇬🇧🫡 A great morning spent at Horse Guards followed by a stroll around Camden Market 👌

A great night at watching some fantastic neck and neck racing, having a pit tour and track centre view! Thank you!

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Eid Mubarak! 🌙

Tonight we learnt about Eid and made Ma’amoul. They smelt delicious 🤤 We discussed the five pillars of Islam, why they are important, and how these may tie in with our own beliefs.

Whilst discussing Zakat, we developed “the £5 challenge” where we started off the young people’s charitable ventures by giving them a £5 note. We’ll be checking in each week this term to see who has used it to raise the most money and who has done it in the most impactful way.

Last weekend, some of our Explorers headed to the Lickey Hills for our Eggstraordinary Camp! This laid back camp included cricket, wide games, a film night, ice cream, a night walk, and an egg hunt! Oh, and LOTS of wind! 💨

We’ve been busy the last two weeks of term!
- One of the Explorers celebrated their Birthday 🎂
- We invested a new member ⚜️
- The Explorers got involved in a programme review ✅❌
- And the best, food tasting! Starting with blind folded branded vs unbranded. It was an even split between the two. It’s fair to say, Marmite is definitely 'love it or hate it'. We then tried foods from South Korea 🇰🇷, China 🇨🇳, and Taiwan 🇹🇼, including roasted fish crisps, , banana milk, and white rabbit.

Thank you to our Leaders and Helpers who volunteered last weekend with our spring clean. Your help is greatly appreciated and means we can continue to provide amazing experiences in a safe environment. 🤩

Thank you also to and Gardner In Birmingham for supporting us!

Make a difference this Easter🤝. Nominate a community group for a £1000 grant!💛

Is there a local charity or community group in your area that would benefit from £1,000 funding?

For more information and to enter, visit👉https://bit.ly/3x7ZGbC

Birmingham Pride Parade is back for 2024! On Saturday 25th May, join FLAGS and Scouts from across the West Midlands as we parade to celebrate our pride in the inclusivity and diversity of Scouts! 🏳️‍🌈⚜️🏳️‍⚧️

Dust off your face paint, whistles, colourful clothing, and dance moves for a day of fun, laughter and friendship! 🎉

We only have 40 places available, so make sure you register now! All adult and youth members are welcome. All 16-17 year olds must have parent/carer consent to attend. All under 16s must have a registered parent/carer attending the Parade with them.

Register for a place in the parade here 👉 bit.ly/Scouts_BhamPride2024

Questions? Contact: [email protected]

Birmingham Scout Pride Parade
Birmingham County Scouts
FLAGS Scout Active Support Unit
The Scouts
Birmingham Pride

A long time ago, on a campsite far, far away, we met Ballinora Scout Group from Ireland 🇮🇪 and we’ve kept in touch.

We were really excited a while ago when we received we received some goodies 😁 collected from around Ireland, local camps and national jamborees.
We sent some UK, District and Group neckers and badges to our friends over in Cork - we hope you liked them as much as we did yours!

Thank You!!!!

The Scouts Scouting Ireland

Ramadan Mubarak! 🌙✨ Take a look at ways you can make sure everyone’s included in Scouts, even while fasting. https://bit.ly/3V960tE

Leaders on tour… two leaders gave their time this weekend at The Scouts HQ to to be able to train our volunteers around the Midlands in first response ⛑️ ensuring scouting remains safe and supportive for all! 🌍
Whilst they were there, they were scoping out 🔭👀 Gilwell ready for



Birmingham County Scouts Solihull Scouts

On we’d like to thank all the women that have made our Unit and in general the amazing organisation it is! 👊

To the past, present and future Leaders, Supporters and Parent Helpers, THANK YOU 🫡

The Explorers took part in a mix of activities last night:

✅ We started with line throwing, CPR, and recovery position practice to refresh their first aid basics.
✅ Then we had a group chat about International Women's Day on Friday, followed by a game of headbands - all featuring inspirational women from past and present!
✅ Then we finished by announcing exciting plans for camps, activities and events over the next 6 months!

Have you booked on to Forward 2024 yet? Bookings are open for all Scouts so see your Troop Leader for all the details.

Using knowledge of map reading and bearings from last week, this week the Explorers' skills were put to the test on a short hike... a pizza hike! 🧭🗺️🍕

Where’s the Cocky Olly off to? 🤔 He’ll be meeting you there soon. 🤪
Watch this space for our next Group all sections trip! 😁

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Some new items are joining our range of casual clothing 😎
Take a look at our updated merch 👌⬇️clothing

Reaching new highs and putting those climbing skills to the test 🧗‍♀️💪