Nene Valley District Scouts

Happy St Georges Day 2024

Thank you to the 300 people who attended on Sunday to help the district celebrate St Georges Day and to renew our promises. The weather was kind to us, although a tad cold, but we were completing part of the Outdoor 24 challenge. Congratulations to Astrid who was presented with the first Chief Scout Acorn award in the district. We acknowledged all the Chief Scout Award holders from across the district who should be very proud of their achievements.

Sheila also enjoyed her day at Windsor Castle for achieving The Silver Wolf award and Irthlingborough celebrated by attending a service at their local church.

Happy Founder's Day, Scouts! ⚜

Lord Baden Powell said and believed that once a scout is always a scout, and as told by him, we should leave the world as a much better place than we found it. Scouting inspires you to give your best to society.

Some facts regarding Scouts Founder's Day:

1. Scouts Founder's Day is celebrated on February 22nd every year to mark the birthday of Lord Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of the Scouting movement.

2. The first Scouts Founder's Day was celebrated in 1932, on the 75th anniversary of Baden-Powell's birth.

3. On Scouts Founder's Day, Scouts around the world are encouraged to take part in activities and events that celebrate the values of Scouting and honor Baden-Powell's legacy.

4. In some countries, Scouts Founder's Day is observed as a public holiday.

5. The theme of Scouts Founder's Day often changes from year to year, with a focus on different aspects of Scouting, such as service, leadership, or outdoor activities.

6. Many Scout groups use Scouts Founder's Day as an opportunity to recruit new members and raise awareness about the benefits of Scouting.

7. Scouts Founder's Day is celebrated in over 200 countries and territories around the world, demonstrating the global reach and impact of the Scouting movement.

From inspiring creativity to building resilience, we’ve put together 11 reasons the great outdoors can benefit you. So, grab your coat, lace up your shoes and discover why being outside is good for us all! https://bit.ly/3SSq4it

It’s Squirrel Appreciation Day! Not only can we celebrate our own Squirrel Scouts, but it's a good time to help protect Red Squirrels too. Why not have fun and learn more about our furry friends in our Squirrel-themed game of Captain’s Coming? https://bit.ly/3O3zOna 🌰 🌳

Irchester Players - Est 1977 are having a family pantomime in February at Parsons Hall, Irchester.

We are currently assembling a planning team for our upcoming St. George's Day District Event. This event is a celebration of scouting values, community spirit, and the achievements of our Scouts. If you are an enthusiastic individual with a passion for event planning and scouting, we invite you to join us in creating an unforgettable St. George's Day celebration.

We are seeking volunteers to complete various tasks within the planning team, including but not limited to:
• Oversee the overall planning and ex*****on of the St. George's Day event.
• Coordinate logistics such as venue setup, equipment, and transportation.
• Develop and organize engaging activities aligned with scouting values.
• Manage communication, promotion, and media relations for the event.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of participants during the event.

Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with team members to brainstorm, plan, and implement various aspects of the event.
• Attend planning meetings to discuss progress, address challenges, and make necessary adjustments.
• Communicate effectively with District leaders, volunteers, and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate creativity and innovation in contributing ideas to enhance the event experience.
• Commit to attending approx. four planning sessions leading up to the event and being present on St. George's Day.

If you would like to get involved, please get in touch with us.

Tickets still available through our shops or online at www.nenevalleyscouts.org/fireworks
You can also pay on the night, card payments accepted.
Glow sticks available inside the park, we do not receive anything from sellers outside the gate.
Our High Street South Gate is always very busy please consider using one of the other quieter gates.

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