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A multi-faith service with the Pope, an action-packed day in Hampshire, the first of the national DC conferences, a wedding reception, three renditions of Happy Birthday and far too much cake!
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… Blog that is, rather than my age before anybody asks!
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Wayne’s holidays were quickly forgotten as he got home at the end of August and began to get into the swing of all things Scouting.
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2,000 adults in Scouting gathered under the famous oak tree for the 84th Gilwell Reunion, which took place at the weekend. A mix of volunteers, young and old, filled the campsite and got to take part in a range of activities, workshops and entertainments.
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This week Wayne considers how we can provide active Scouting and skills to our young people.
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Wayne starts thinking about how we recognise good leadership.
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At Gilwell Park on Friday, a group of 40 Scouts and invited guests witnessed the unveiling of the Faith Walk – a tour of the faith buildings and areas at the UK Headquarters of Scouting.
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Eight Scouts enjoyed the adventure of a lifetime last weekend as they joined Chief Scout Bear Grylls for a 24-hour survival camp on his own island.
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In this blog: Another busy week, with visits to another four international camps and the Guide Centenary Fusion. Plus Wayne extols the virtues of Scout Active Support.
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Wayne blogs about his trip to Scotland to discuss youth involvement and the National Activity Centre strategy.
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The contribution of inspirational public figures has again been recognised in the annual Scout Birthday Honours List.
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Wayne blogs about his fifth and final day in Brussels.
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In day 4 of Wayne’s Brussels blog, he considers the future work plan for the next three years.
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A visit from members of the 1st Brussels, a reception for Friends of Scouting Europe, solidarity for Scouts in Africa and celebrating the re-election of Craig to the European Scout Committee.
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Wayne gets a chance to experience the culture of each of the countries participating, with a very international evening.
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No, not another holiday or business trip, but the 13th European Scout and Guide Conference where 400 Scouts and Guides from across Europe, and a few guests, have gathered for 5 days to review work over the past three years and discuss future work and t…
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Thousands of Explorer Scouts enjoy the annual activity extravaganza that is Gilwell 24.
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Wayne’s challenge of the week: Thinking of something interesting and relevant to say to 3,000 Explorer Scouts at the opening of Gilwell 24 when they’re itching to get on and enjoy activities.
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Wayne blogs about his visit to Guernsey’s annual Island Camp.
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Wayne attends a Celebrating Success evening in Windsor.